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Residents of the Black Gold Cooperative member libraries service area can now get immediate 24/7 access to online services without having to visit a Library.
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The City of Santa Maria Public Library and branches are closed until further notice due to the Local Health Emergency declared by the County. We miss you at our libraries, but will continue serving you virtually until we can open our doors again. Our sincere thanks for your continued patience and understanding during this difficult time. It is greatly appreciated by staff.
Book drops will remain open to return items - which are being sanitized. The public can still get reference help by calling the main Library at (805) 925-0994 ext. 8562 for account services, ext. 8562 for adult services, or ext. 8564 for youth services between 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Item due dates have all been extended to May 15. During the closure, NO overdue fees will be assessed or charged, and patrons will NOT be able to place holds on physical items.
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If you're looking for a fun, FREE art activity from home, this is it! From the comfort of your home, a Disney Parks artist will give you a step-by-step tutorial on how to draw some of your favorite Disney characters. Whether it's Mickey Mouse, Jack Skellington, Anna from Frozen, or many more - there is a tutorial for everyone. Don't miss this special, at home opportunity to "learn to draw" from the Disney Parks blog.