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Trader Joe's version of snacks and the name brand.

Brand Name vs Knock-Off Taste Challenge: Grades 3-5

Friday, February 27, 2026 at 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Grades K-5

Brand Name vs Knock-Off Taste Challenge: Trader Joe's edition! Make sure to exercise those taste buds beforehand - some of these are sure to be tricky, but still delicious! 

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 24, 2026 @ 1:00pm.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: YS Program Room
Age Group: Grades K-5
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Brand Name vs Knock-Off Taste Challenge: Trader Joe's edition! Make sure to exercise those taste buds beforehand - some of these are sure to be tricky, but still delicious! 

Drop-In Family Storytime

Friday, March 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8

Drop in for some stories and a craft.

Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: YS Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Drop in for some stories and a craft.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Two colorful friendship bracelets next to balls of embroidery thread.

DIY Friendship Bracelets

Sunday, March 8, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Grades K-5

Design and create your own friendship bracelet using embroidery thread. Materials provided.

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 8, 2026 @ 2:00pm.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: YS Program Room
Age Group: Grades K-5
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Design and create your own friendship bracelet using embroidery thread. Materials provided.

A multitude of colorful cats with crazy patterns and humanoid eyes.

Artist Adventures: Grades 1-5

Monday, March 9, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Grades K-5
Artist Adventures:

Explore the wide world of art by studying a different famous artist every month. We’ll begin the class with a look at the artist’s life and their artwork and then create our own pr...

This month's featured artist is: Laurel Burch! 

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 9, 2026 @ 4:30pm.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: YS Program Room
Age Group: Grades K-5
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Explore the wide world of art by studying a different famous artist every month. We’ll begin the class with a look at the artist’s life and their artwork and then create our own projects in that artist’s signature style. Please register each child separately.

This month's featured artist is: Laurel Burch! 

Chess pieces on a chess board and text reading 'Capture an hour of fun, not just your opponent's chess pieces. Participants must have a basic knowledge of the game. Registration required: for ages 6-14.'

Chess Club

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 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.

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 10, 2026 @ 6:00pm.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: YS Program Room
Age Group: Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required

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.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Red monster playing games.

Homeschool Hangout

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8

Bring yourself and your homeschool learners to the library for a relaxing hangout. Meet other homeschooling families and unwind while doing crafts, playing games, and other low-key activities. 

No registration required!

Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: YS Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Bring yourself and your homeschool learners to the library for a relaxing hangout. Meet other homeschooling families and unwind while doing crafts, playing games, and other low-key activities. 

No registration required!

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Drop-In Craft: Spring is Here!

All Day 3/14 - 3/15
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Adults
Drop In Craft:

Drop-in craft activities available while supplies last. Children ages 8 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: YS Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Drop-in craft activities available while supplies last. Children ages 8 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

Lego Building Challenge

LEGO Club

Sunday, March 22, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
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...

Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: YS Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens
Program Type: Fun & Games, STEM

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. Supplies are limited.

Drop-In Craft: Mish Mash

All Day 3/28 - 3/29
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Adults

Drop-in crafts for all ages.

Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: YS Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Drop-in crafts for all ages.

Drop-In Game Day

All Day
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8

On Spring Break with nothing to do? Drop by and enjoy playing with some of our board games and oversized toys.

Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: YS Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Fun & Games
Event Details:

On Spring Break with nothing to do? Drop by and enjoy playing with some of our board games and oversized toys.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

How to Train Your Dragon movie poster.

Interactive Movie Morning: How to Train Your Dragon

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8

Experience a movie like never before. You'll be watching "How to Train Your Dragon," while staff interact with you in many exciting ways. No registration required, but the first 20 families will receive a bag of props to use during the movie.

Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: Founders Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Fun & Games
Event Details:

Experience a movie like never before. You'll be watching "How to Train Your Dragon," while staff interact with you in many exciting ways. No registration required, but the first 20 families will receive a bag of props to use during the movie.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Lego Building Challenge

LEGO Club

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
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...

Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: YS Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens
Program Type: Fun & Games, STEM

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. Supplies are limited.

Drop-In Craft: Collagapalooza

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 9:30am - 8:30pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Drop In Craft:

Drop-in craft activities available while supplies last. Children ages 8 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: YS Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Drop-in craft activities available while supplies last. Children ages 8 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Graphic Novel Workshop

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Grades K-5, Grades 6-8

Dive into the world of comics with Do Art Productions' interactive Comic Book Workshop!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on March 18, 2026 @ 12:00am.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: Newton Room
Age Group: Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Dive into the world of comics with Do Art Productions' interactive Comic Book Workshop!

Chess pieces on a chess board and text reading 'Capture an hour of fun, not just your opponent's chess pieces. Participants must have a basic knowledge of the game. Registration required: for ages 6-14.'

Chess Club

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 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.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on March 18, 2026 @ 12:00am.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: YS Program Room
Age Group: Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required

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.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Red monster playing games.

Homeschool Hangout

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8

Bring yourself and your homeschool learners to the library for a relaxing hangout. Meet other homeschooling families and unwind while doing crafts, playing games, and other low-key activities. 

No registration required!

Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: YS Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Bring yourself and your homeschool learners to the library for a relaxing hangout. Meet other homeschooling families and unwind while doing crafts, playing games, and other low-key activities. 

No registration required!

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

A box of toys.

Toy Swap "Shopping" Extravaganza

Friday, April 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Adults

Here’s your incentive to get the kids pumped for spring cleaning! Families can bring in up to five toys to trade in for Toy Tickets from March 25-April 8. No large items, stuffed animals or Happy Meal-type toys will be accepted.

Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: YS Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Here’s your incentive to get the kids pumped for spring cleaning! Families can bring in up to five toys to trade in for Toy Tickets from March 25-April 8. No large items, stuffed animals or Happy Meal-type toys will be accepted.

Nerf Night at the Library

Friday, April 10, 2026 at 6:15pm - 8:15pm
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Grades K-5

Strategize and showcase your Nerf skills in some after-hours Nerf battles in the Library.  To ensure an even playing field, we'll provide all Nerf guns, darts, and mandatory safety glasses.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on March 18, 2026 @ 12:00am.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: YS Program Room
Age Group: Grades K-5
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Strategize and showcase your Nerf skills in some after-hours Nerf battles in the Library.  To ensure an even playing field, we'll provide all Nerf guns, darts, and mandatory safety glasses.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Critter Crafting

04/11/2026 @ 9:30am to 04/12/2026 @ 4:30pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8

Stop by the Youth Services Department and craft a critter. While supplies last. 

This is a One Book, One Batavia program. 

Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: YS Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Stop by the Youth Services Department and craft a critter. While supplies last. 

This is a One Book, One Batavia program. 

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Jackson Pollock's Sleeping Effort, 1953

Artist Adventures: Jackson Pollock

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Grades K-5
Artist Adventures:

Explore the wide world of art by studying a different famous artist every month. We’ll begin the class with a look at the artist’s life and their artwork and then create our own pr...

This month's featured artist is: Jackson Pollock! 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on March 18, 2026 @ 12:00am.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: YS Program Room
Age Group: Grades K-5
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Explore the wide world of art by studying a different famous artist every month. We’ll begin the class with a look at the artist’s life and their artwork and then create our own projects in that artist’s signature style. Please register each child separately.

This month's featured artist is: Jackson Pollock! 

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Lego Building Challenge

LEGO Club

Sunday, April 19, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
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...

Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: YS Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens
Program Type: Fun & Games, STEM

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. Supplies are limited.

Cover of "Animal Rescue Friends: Finding Home" and headshot of Jana Tropper, author.

Meet Jana Tropper, Animal Rescue Friends Author

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Grades K-5, Grades 6-8

Jana Tropper, one of the authors of the Animal Rescue Friends series will be sharing her author story with us, doing dramatic readings from her graphic novels, signing books, and giving high fives. 

Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: Founders Room
Age Group: Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

Jana Tropper, one of the authors of the Animal Rescue Friends series will be sharing her author story with us, doing dramatic readings from her graphic novels, signing books, and giving high fives. 

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Taste Testers: Oreos

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Grades K-5, Grades 6-8

Kids will taste different kinds of Oreo cookies and rate and rank them. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on March 18, 2026 @ 12:00am.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: YS Program Room
Age Group: Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Kids will taste different kinds of Oreo cookies and rate and rank them. 

Making Comics with Jana Tropper (Gr. 3-5)

Sunday, April 26, 2026 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Authors
Age Group:
Grades K-5

Learn what it takes to make a comic with our One Book, One Batavia author, Jana Tropper, with step-by-step instructions and guidance.

This is a One Book, One Batavia program. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on March 18, 2026 @ 12:00am.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: YS Program Room
Age Group: Grades K-5
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Authors
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn what it takes to make a comic with our One Book, One Batavia author, Jana Tropper, with step-by-step instructions and guidance.

This is a One Book, One Batavia program. 

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

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