Event List

Age Group
Age Group
Program Type

Primary tabs

This event is in the "Adults" group

Sweet Life After 50

Monday, November 24, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community Engagement, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Adults
Sweet Life After 50:

Visit the library for social time and a relaxed craft or activity designed for individuals 50 and older who enjoy fun and easy crafts, games, and puzzles while socializing with oth...

Nov. 10: Fall Acorn Banner; Nov. 24: Corn Husk Chalkboard Sign; Dec. 8: No-sew holiday coffee sleeves; Dec. 22: Holiday Diamond Art

Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group

Story Sprouts

Monday, November 24, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Grades K-5

Stories, songs and shenanigans on a Monday evening; what could be better? Recommended for ages 2 and up. Tickets available at the Youth Services Desk 15 minutes before program start time. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Over What Hill?

Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community Engagement, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Adults
Over What Hill?:

For those 50 and older who enjoy learning something new that keeps them moving and active. 

For those 50 and older who enjoy learning something new that keeps them moving and active. Nov. 11: Autumn Acorn Decor; Nov. 24 & Dec 23: Seated Beach Volleyball; Dec 9: Twig Tree Ornament

Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group
This event is in the "Grades 6-8" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

LEGO Club

Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Type:
Fun & Games, STEM
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens
Lego Challenge:

Drop in for a family Lego challenge featuring a variety of challenge cards to test your building skills. Your family's creation will be displayed in the Library for all to see. Sup...

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Chess Club

Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Teens

Put your chess skills to the test by playing with your peers. This is for those who already know how to play but beginners are welcome. 8 players can play at one time.  

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group
This event is in the "Grades 6-8" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Bingo

Wednesday, November 26, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults

Bring the whole family for Bingo at the Library. Children 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult. 

Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

Heartfulness Wellness

Sunday, November 30, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Adults

At this weekly drop-in program, learn powerful meditation techniques, create a personal wellness blueprint and connect with like-minded people.

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group

Holiday Stories at Celebration of Lights

Sunday, November 30, 2025 at 5:45pm - 6:30pm
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Grades K-5

While enjoying the Park District's Celebration of Lights, visit the Batavia Depot Museum to hear a holiday story or two read by celebrity readers from the Batavia Community.

Offsite Event
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Inclusion Game Night

Tuesday, December 2, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Teens and young adults of all abilities, their families and friends are welcome to play board games and card games. Those not needing assistance are welcome to attend without a caregiver.

Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

"Adapting to Dive" Documentary Screening

Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Adults

In celebration of International Day of Persons with Disabilities, drop in and watch an inspiring documentary about Diveheart, a program that takes people with disabilities scuba diving. One of the divers, Batavia's own Barb Mabbs, will take q

This event is in the "Adults" group

20s & 30s Video Game Night

Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for 20s & 30s game night, a friendly, social gathering. Whether you're lookng for something competitive or laid-back, come connect with others your age. All are welcome!

Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Grades 6-8" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Puzzle Exchange

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults

Looking for a way to acquire some new puzzles? Bring in your gently used puzzles and take something different! Bring your puzzles in their original boxes with no missing pieces. You do not need to bring puzzles to take puzzles.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Heartfulness Wellness

Sunday, December 7, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Adults

At this weekly drop-in program, learn powerful meditation techniques, create a personal wellness blueprint and connect with like-minded people.

This event is in the "Grades K-5" group

Polar Bear Art Workshop

Sunday, December 7, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Grades K-5

Kids imagine what life is like in the Arctic and walk in the footsteps of Margaret "Mardy" Murie, the grandmother of the conservation movement. Then get a chance to sculpt and decorate your own polar bear!

Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

Sweet Life After 50

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community Engagement, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Adults
Sweet Life After 50:

Visit the library for social time and a relaxed craft or activity designed for individuals 50 and older who enjoy fun and easy crafts, games, and puzzles while socializing with oth...

Nov. 10: Fall Acorn Banner; Nov. 24: Corn Husk Chalkboard Sign; Dec. 8: No-sew holiday coffee sleeves; Dec. 22: Holiday Diamond Art

Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

Virtual Author Talk (Online)

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Presentation
Age Group:
Adults

The Legacy of Julia Child's Kitchen with Author and Smithsonian Curator Paula J. Johnson

Virtual Event
This event is in the "Adults" group

Over What Hill?

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community Engagement, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Adults
Over What Hill?:

For those 50 and older who enjoy learning something new that keeps them moving and active. 

For those 50 and older who enjoy learning something new that keeps them moving and active. Nov. 11: Autumn Acorn Decor; Nov. 24 & Dec 23: Seated Beach Volleyball; Dec 9: Twig Tree Ornament

Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Grades K-5" group
This event is in the "Grades 6-8" group

Chess Club

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Chess Club:

Capture an evening of fun, not just your opponent's chess pieces! Participants should have a basic knowledge of the game of chess. Register each child separately.

Capture an evening of fun, not just your opponent's chess pieces! Participants should have a basic knowledge of the game of chess. Register each child separately.

Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

Adult Book Discussion

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults

This month is our annual non-discussion book discussion where we talk about the two favorite books we each read in 2025. It can be any book, not just book discussion titles.

Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

Chat & Stitch

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Do you enjoy knitting, crochet, cross-stitching, or hand sewing? Then join us once a month to socialize while you stitch! Bring your own materials.