SB Events March 2-8

PEP's goal is to help parents come together and form lasting relationships and support systems in our community. There are so many wonderful organizations in town that hold amazing events for parent and babies/kids. We compiled a list of free events and non-profit events that cater to our PEP parent community. We hope you find this helpful! If you know of any other fun family events going on in SB, please add it to the comments!

Enjoy!

Monday, March 2nd

• Exploration Stations - SB Public Library 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM (Free - Weekly)

• Details
• Children 2-5 and their caregivers are invited to play and learn together every Monday morning. Library staff will have 8 stations of activities designed to develop early literacy skills and introduce science, technology, engineering, art, and math concepts in an age appropriate way. Activities will rotate weekly. 

Tuesday, March 3rd

• Wiggly Storytime - Goleta Libray 10:15 (Free - Weekly)

• Details
• Come wiggle with us during our Toddler Storytime. Our storyteller will lead the group in short stories, songs, dancing and flannel fun. Play together with bubbles and get ready to explore! Ages 14 months to 3 years old. Goleta Valley Library events are free and open to the public.

• Bilingual Wiggly Story Time - SB Public Library 10:30-11:00 (Free - Weekly)

• Details
• Wiggly storytime engages children and their caregivers with short stories, action rhymes, and songs. Your toddler will be learning sounds, letter recognition, new words, listening skills, and motor skills that will help them grow into pre-readers, all while having fun. This class is designed for toddlers ages 15 months to 3 years.

• Bilingual Baby and Me - - SB Public Library 11:30-12:00 (Free - Weekly)

• Details
• Baby and Me focuses on developing your baby’s pre-literacy skills. In this thirty minute program, our storyteller will lead the group in English and Spanish songs, rhymes, group reading, and sensory play time to develop language skills, social skills, motor skills, and community building. Everyone is welcome to come early or stay late to play and socialize with other babies and caregivers..

• Preschool Storytime  - Montecito Library 10:30-11  (Free - Weekly)

• Details
• This storytime helps pre-readers improve their literacy skills needed for their upcoming kindergarten year. This storytime features longer books accompanied by a variety of activities, including interactive songs and rhymes. Each thirty minute session ends with a craft or sensory activity. This class is designed for preschoolers ages 3 - 5 years. 

• Toddler Tuesday at the MOXI 10-12 (Weekly)

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• Join us weekly* for Toddler Tuesdays at MOXI from 10 AM – 12 PM for a quieter morning at the museum with no scheduled field trips. Tuesday mornings are now for our tiniest tinkerers and explorers with rotating monthly themes, special activities, and modifications to our exhibits to make them more accessible to little ones. Take this time to play, discover and interact with exhibits alongside your toddlers.

• PEP fundraiser at Kyle's Kitchen 

  • Details
  • Kyle's Kitchen will donate a percentage of the sales for people who present the PEP flyer when they order on March 3rd.  Printed or electronic copies are fine. Need a flier? Check out our Facebook Page or email our Director of Fundraising The flyer also includes a buy 1, get your second burger 50% off coupon! (good through June 2020)

Wednesday, March 4th

• Nursery Rhyme Dance Time - Goleta Valley Library (Free)

• Details
• Wiggle, jump, & sway to music and nursery rhymes with your child. Sean Lynn Crawford from Inspire Dance Arts will offer fun movement ideas for your child to develop coordination while also learning classic nursery rhymes. Ages 1-4 years old. Goleta Valley Library events are free and open to the public.

• Wiggly Storytime - SB Public Library and East Side Library 10:30-11:00 (Free - Weekly)

• Details
• Wiggly storytime engages children and their caregivers with short stories, action rhymes, and songs. Your toddler will be learning sounds, letter recognition, new words, listening skills, and motor skills that will help them grow into pre-readers, all while having fun. This class is designed for toddlers ages 15 months to 3 years.

• Baby and Me - SB Public Library 11:30-12:00 (Free - Weekly)

• Details
• Baby and Me focuses on developing your baby’s pre-literacy skills. In this thirty minute program, our storyteller will lead the group in songs, rhymes, group reading, and sensory play time to develop language skills, social skills, motor skills, all while building community. Everyone is welcome to come early or stay late to play and socialize with other babies and caregivers...

• Family Story TIme - SB Public LIbrary 2:30 PM - 3:00 PM (Free - Weekly)

• Details
• Stories that all ages can enjoy along with songs and activities. Improve your children's literacy skills and make reading fun!

• Bilingual Storytime - Goleta Library 4:15

• Details
• Bring the whole family to enjoy bilingual stories every Tuesday afternoon! Listen to exciting stories in English and Spanish and enjoy fun songs and rhymes. Recommended for children 7 and younger.

Thursday, March 5th

• Free Soccer Clinic - SB Soccer Shots at Evergreen Park 5-5:30 (Free)

• Details
• Come participate in our free and non committal Free Fun Day! This is an opportunity for your child to enhance their understanding of the fundamentals of the game in a fun, positive, and controlled environment. Bring a friend!  Pre registration is required, so we are able to properly staff the event!
• If you register for the classes, use code "PEP" for 10% off.

• First Thursday at SB Museum of Art: 5:30-7:30 (Free)

• Details
• Bring the whole family to enjoy 1st Thursday together in SBMA’s Family Resource Center. Museum Teaching Artists are available to assist families in creating special exhibition-based art projects. Afterwards, enjoy the galleries until 8 pm.

• New Parent Group - PEP 10:00-12 (Free - Weekly)

  • Details
  • PEP’s New Parent Discussion Groups are a great place to meet other families with babies the same age, dealing with the same issues, sorting through some of the same challenges, and experiencing the same joys that come along with new parenthood.

• Mommy and Me at Goleta Presbyterian Church 9:30-10:45 (Free - Weekly)

• Details
• ​Join us for hands-on activities that include free play, crafts, activities, story time, music and more. Children 0-48 months are welcome with a parent, grandparent or caregiver present.

• Preschool Storytime - Goleta Library 10:15

• Details
• We offer an introduction to books and group listening for young children, between the ages of 3 and 5. Join us for children's stories, songs, rhymes, and illustrations. Goleta Valley Library events are free and open to the public.

• Baby and Me - Goleta Library 11:15

• Details
• In this relaxed, 30 minute program, our storyteller will lead the group in songs, lap bounces, a short story, bubbles, parachute play and community building. Ages 0-14 months. 

• Stay and Play - Eastside Library 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM (Free - Weekly)

• Details
• Drop by to learn and play, sing and share stories with your young children. Enjoy company, coffee, and snacks with other caregivers.​ Bilingual Spanish and English speaking staff will be present.  

• Preschool Storytime - Carpinteria Library 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM (Free - Weekly)

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• Wiggly Storytime - SB Public Library and East Side Library 10:30-11:00 (Free - Weekly)

• Details
• Wiggly storytime engages children and their caregivers with short stories, action rhymes, and songs. Your toddler will be learning sounds, letter recognition, new words, listening skills, and motor skills that will help them grow into pre-readers, all while having fun. This class is designed for toddlers ages 15 months to 3 years.

Friday, March 6th

• Film Series: The Addams Family - Goleta Library 3:30 (Free)

• Details
• Join us for a free viewing of the film: The Addams Family Rating: PG

• Baby and Me - Carpinteria Library  10:30 AM - 11:00 AM (Free - Weekly)

• Details
• Baby and Me focuses on developing your baby’s pre-literacy skills. In this thirty minute program, our storyteller will lead the group in songs, rhymes, group reading, and sensory play time to develop language skills, social skills, motor skills, and community building. Everyone is welcome to come early or stay late to play and socialize with other babies and caregivers…

• Baby Music and Movement - SB Public LIbrary 10:30-11:00 (Free - Weekly)

• Details
• Baby and Me focuses on developing your baby’s pre-literacy skills. In this thirty minute program, our storyteller will lead the group in songs, rhymes, group reading, and sensory play time to develop language skills, social skills, motor skills, and community building. Everyone is welcome to come early or stay late to play and socialize with other babies and caregivers…

• Music and Movement - SB Public LIbrary 10:30-11:00 (Free - Weekly)

• Details
• All-singing, all-dancing morning of stories and fun! In this class, children and their caregivers learn how to develop early literacy skills through music, dancing, and creative play. These sessions are designed for children ages 2 - 5, but children of all ages are welcome. 

Saturday March 7th

• Home Depot Binoculars Project Workshop  (Free)

• Details
• All kid get to keep their craft & receive a FREE certificate of achievement, a Workshop Apron, and a commemorative pin while supplies last.

• Baby Basics - PEP

  • Details
  • Our Baby Basics classes teach the highlights of what you can expect after your baby is born. Each class is designed to inform soon-to-be parents about the many choices available for baby care.

• Shake Rattle and Roll with Jason Summers - Art from Scrap 10:00 (Weekly)

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• Sensory-Friendly Mornings at the MOXI (Monthly)

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• Sensory-Friendly Mornings are an early morning monthly* opportunity for children and adults affected by Autism Spectrum Disorder and/or sensory challenges and their families to experience MOXI. During this time, changes will be made to the museum’s exhibit spaces with the intention of making them even more accessible and enjoyable.

• Family Storytime - Goleta Library 11:15 (Free- Weekly)

• Details
• Come listen to fun stories and move your body to rhymes. Our storyteller will engage children and adults alike in this new program offered for families of all ages. Best for ages 3-5, all family members welcome. All Goleta Library events are free and open to the public.

Sunday, March 8th

• Studio Sunday at the SB Museum of Art 1:30 – 4:30 pm (Free - Weekly)

• Details
• Visitors of all ages are welcome to participate in this hands-on workshop with SBMA Teaching Artists. On the second Sunday of each month participants explore a different medium, including clay, metal, ink, wood, photography, and paper. All projects are inspired by works of art in the Museum’s permanent collection or special exhibitions. Participants also receive free passes for entrance to the museum.

• Family Game Time - Goleta Library 2-4 (Free)

• Details
• Drop-in at any time with your family or friends and enjoy playing a wide variety of board games. All ages welcome. Goleta Valley Library events are free and open to the public.

• Basic Bunny & Guinea Pig Classes 2020 1-2:30

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• Bring your Rabbit or Guinea Pig. Learn easy handling and care-taking during the first hour, then for the last half hour play training games that are fun for you and your pet! 

• Her Festival - Girsh Park 12-4:00 (Free)

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