This November, Goleta Valley Library staff would like to express its massive gratitude for its dear library patrons. City Librarian Elizabeth Saudeco said, “It’s been an unusual year with our closure, move, and re-opening at GVL Express (6500 Hollister Avenue, Suite 105). Patrons of all ages have kept the library magic alive as we have offered programs off-site, maintaining and expanding our community connections.”
For the full calendar of events, please visit goletavalleylibrary.org/calendar.
This month join GVL for the activities listed below, with many being held at the Goleta Community Center (GCC – 5679 Hollister Avenue).
Senior Happy Hour: Make Your Holiday Cards
Thursday, 11/6, 2-3:30pm, GCC
Enjoy a fun and easy craft, learn a new technique, create your own design, or use one of ours. All supplies provided.
Mending Workshop
Saturday, 11/8, 2-3pm, GCC
Bring your clothes in need of a little care. Our knowledgeable library staff will help fix up your garments.
Poetry Club
Sunday, 11/16, 2-3:30pm, GCC
Whether you want to read a favorite poem or simply enjoy the voices of others, come celebrate the art of poetry.
Film Club: Planes, Trains & Automobiles
Thursday, 11/20, 1:30-3:30pm, GCC
Watch the classic holiday comedy starring Steve Martin and John Candy. Stay for a lively discussion, trivia, and fun facts after the movie.
Mystery Book Club
Tuesday, 11/25, 5:30-6:30pm, GCC
We will be discussing this month’s pick: Nightshade by Michael Connelly.
“The Book Was Better” Book Club @ GVL Express
Pick up a free copy of Holes by Louis Sachar to read on your own and join us later for a movie screening in December. Grades 4-8.
Seed Library @ GVL Express
Take seeds to grow at home! Come pick from our rotating selection of edible and ornamental plants. Free and no library card required.
Goodland Yarn Works
Every Wednesday, 2-4pm, GCC
If you know how to knit or crochet, this group is for you! Join us for fun and friendship.
Baby & Me and Wiggly Storytimes
Every Friday, 10-10:30am, Baby & Me & 10:30-11am, Wiggly @ Rotating Locations
- 11/7 – Stow Grove Park
- 11/14 – Evergreen Park
- 11/21 – Tucker’s Grove Park
- 11/28 – Taking a break for Thanksgiving
We can’t wait to share our favorite cozy reads with you as the days get shorter. “Fall back” and enjoy that extra hour with a good book. See you at the library or at one of our programs soon.