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Library Programs
The library budget does not include funds for programming. That's where The Friends come in! Your membership dues and donations go to funding this essential service.
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Here are just a few of the ongoing programs paid for by The Friends.​
Bilingual Books and Babies
Pajama Story Time/ Hora Del Cuento En Pijama
Story Time & Craft
Teen Lounge
Paws and Pages
Summer Reading
The power of music and song are used as an introduction to language in this program for babies and toddlers. Exposure to new and different language sounds in early childhood can help children with language acquisition skills as they grow. This program is for babies and toddlers.
A cozy, evening story time that includes a snack and a craft, for parents and preschool children. This program is in partnership with the Santa Fe Children's Museum and Growing Up New Mexico.
A lively story time followed by a hands-on craft for kids. This story time is geared especially towards preschoolers and kindergarteners, though kids of all ages are welcome!
Hang out space for teens to relax with games, crafts, snacks, study rooms, and wi-fi. This program allows teens a safe space to engage with each other, do homework, and explore their interests.
Early school age children may practice reading aloud to a friendly therapy dog from the Santa Fe Animal Shelter Pet Outreach Program! Our dogs are patient, cuddly, and love to hear stories! Reluctant readers will gain confidence and seasoned readers will enjoy practicing their read-aloud skills in a relaxed environment.
Every summer the Santa Fe Public Library presents a Summer Reading Program. Each week in June and July will feature a fun craft, family program, or both! Free programs include: magic, music, wildlife and more! A circus act, cool crafts, and strange musical instruments are all a part of this summer’s magical, scientific, and crazy summer reading program extravaganza! Toddlers and children ages 0 through 12 are eligible to participate in the Summer Reading Program. Children may read on their own or parents (grandparents, etc.) may read to their children. They can read their own books or library books. All children who participate in the summer reading program will receive a certificate showing their reading accomplishment. At the end of the 8 weeks, an end-of-summer party will be held at each branch with a drawing for special prizes.
