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Santa Barbara Public Library invites the community to celebrate the freedom to read this October with special events and book giveaways as part of Banned Books Week.

The Library received additional funding for staffing from City Council during the FY24 budget process in order to restore open hours on evenings and weekends. After recruitment, hiring, and training, SBPL will we implementing expanded…

Do you have a passion for making a difference? By joining one of our City Advisory Groups, you'll be at the forefront of shaping our community. Currently, we have 66 vacancies across our City Advisory Groups, and we're eager to fill them…

The Sustainability & Resilience Department’s Trash & Recycling Division is pleased to announce changes to the Free Bulky Item Pickup Program. As of October 1, residents will be able to schedule four pickups a year and the program…

When we notice an unusual increase in your water use, we will attempt to contact you to alert you of a possible leak on your property. To ensure we can reach you in a timely manner, please update the phone number and email address on your…

The City Downtown Team is thrilled to announce the launch of its spooktacular new community initiative, the Halloween Adopt-a-Block Program. The Adopt-a-Block Program invites residents, businesses, and community groups to…

This giveaway is now closed. The winner has been selected and received the prize. Thank you to everyone who entered!   We all know Las Vegas is famous for the bustling casinos, exciting night life, and nonstop entertainment – but…

In preparation for the Solar Eclipse on the morning of October 14th, Santa Barbara Public Library will be giving out 4000 eclipse glasses and hosting educational events to help the community of Santa Barbara observe this celestial…

The City of Santa Barbara’s Downtown Team is thrilled to announce the launch of its spooktacular new community initiative, the Halloween Adopt-a-Block Program!   The Adopt-a-Block Program invites residents,…