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Teen Chess Club

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 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.  

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 24, 2026 @ 7:00pm.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: ATS Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

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.  

Inclusion Game Night

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 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
Registration will close on March 3, 2026 @ 6:30pm.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: Founders Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

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.

Teen Book Bedazzling

Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Grades 8-12

Sparkle up your bookshelf with Book Bedazzling. Bring in your favorite book (or any book) and give it a makeover. 

Limit: 20

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 7, 2026 @ 11:00am.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: MakerZone
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 8-12

Sparkle up your bookshelf with Book Bedazzling. Bring in your favorite book (or any book) and give it a makeover. 

Limit: 20

Practice SAT or ACT Test

Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 12:00pm - 2:30pm
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens

Do you have the ACT® and SAT® scores to get into your dream college? Sign up for a free Diagnostic SAT or ACT test with C2 Education. Test will be held at the Batavia Public Library. 

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 7, 2026 @ 12:00pm.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: Newton Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you have the ACT® and SAT® scores to get into your dream college? Sign up for a free Diagnostic SAT or ACT test with C2 Education. Test will be held at the Batavia Public Library. 

Green circular logo of BHS String Theory Fiddle Ensemble

String Theory Fiddle Club: Celtic Music & Fiddle Tunes

Sunday, March 8, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Just in time for St Patrick’s Day! 

String Theory is Batavia High School’s Fiddle and Alternative Styles String Ensemble. They play Irish, Scottish, and American fiddle-based, including bluegrass and some jazz styles.

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 8, 2026 @ 2:00pm.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: Founders Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Performance
Registration Required
Event Details:

Just in time for St Patrick’s Day! 

String Theory is Batavia High School’s Fiddle and Alternative Styles String Ensemble. They play Irish, Scottish, and American fiddle-based, including bluegrass and some jazz styles.

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.

Volunteens

Sunday, March 8, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens

Help out behind the scenes with a variety of tasks to receive volunteer hours or work experience. 

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 8, 2026 @ 2:00pm.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: ATS Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Help out behind the scenes with a variety of tasks to receive volunteer hours or work experience. 

Makerzone logo- create, inspire, explore

Meet the MakerZone

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Want to design your own tote bag using sublimation? Or make a vinyl sticker decal with the Cricut? Learn about the various equipment and creative designs you can make in our MakerZone! Examples of past creations will be displayed.  

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 9, 2026 @ 5:30pm.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: MakerZone
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Want to design your own tote bag using sublimation? Or make a vinyl sticker decal with the Cricut? Learn about the various equipment and creative designs you can make in our MakerZone! Examples of past creations will be displayed.  

Prom Dress Giveaway

Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 9:00am - 4:00pm
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
Teens

Prom Dress Giveaway

Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: Founders Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Prom Dress Giveaway

Prom Dress Giveaway

Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 9:00am - 4:00pm
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
Teens

Prom Dress Giveaway

Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Prom Dress Giveaway

Prom Dress Giveaway

Sunday, March 15, 2026 at 12:30pm - 3:00pm
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
Teens

Prom Dress Giveaway

Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: Founders Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Prom Dress Giveaway

Prom Dress Giveaway

Sunday, March 15, 2026 at 12:30pm - 3:00pm
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
Teens

Prom Dress Giveaway

Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Prom Dress Giveaway

International Snack Challenge

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Teens

Grades 8-12 

Ever wanted to try snacks from another country? Take your taste buds on a journey to discover new snacks. Food, games, and trivia included. Registration is requested, but walk-ins are welcome. 

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 17, 2026 @ 4:00pm.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: Van Nortwick Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 8-12 

Ever wanted to try snacks from another country? Take your taste buds on a journey to discover new snacks. Food, games, and trivia included. Registration is requested, but walk-ins are welcome. 

Image of complete no-sew sock bunny

Craft Night: Sock Bunny

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Turn a sock into an adorable bunny with no sewing required! All materials provided.

 

Join us for a fun hour of crafting once a month.

April - Soda Tab Beaded Butterfly

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 18, 2026 @ 6:00pm.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: ATS Space
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Turn a sock into an adorable bunny with no sewing required! All materials provided.

 

Join us for a fun hour of crafting once a month.

April - Soda Tab Beaded Butterfly

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.

Bike Safety & Repair Demonstration

Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Prairie Path Cycles will give bicycle safety tips, quick inspection tips for every ride, and demonstrate how to replace a flat tire.

Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: Newton Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Presentation
Event Details:

Prairie Path Cycles will give bicycle safety tips, quick inspection tips for every ride, and demonstrate how to replace a flat tire.

Teen Job & Volunteer Fair

Sunday, March 22, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens

Teens, bring your resume to the Library to meet businesses and organizations that are looking for seasonal or part-time employees or volunteers.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Teens, bring your resume to the Library to meet businesses and organizations that are looking for seasonal or part-time employees or volunteers.

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.

Teen Chess Club

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 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.  

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 24, 2026 @ 7:00pm.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: ATS Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

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.  

Puzzle Exchange

Saturday, March 28, 2026 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.

Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: Van Nortwick Room
Age Group: Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, Fun & Games
Event Details:

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.

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.

Inclusion Game Night

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 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
Registration will close on April 7, 2026 @ 6:30pm.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: Founders Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

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.

Volunteens

Sunday, April 12, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Get Volunteer Hours!

Grades 9-12 

In Person  

Help out behind the scenes with a variety of tasks to receive volunteer hours or work experience. 

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 12, 2026 @ 2:00pm.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: MakerZone
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get Volunteer Hours!

Grades 9-12 

In Person  

Help out behind the scenes with a variety of tasks to receive volunteer hours or work experience. 

sublimation painted floral coasters

Spring Coasters with Sublimation Paint

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Paint your own custom or floral artwork using sublimation paints, then watch it transform into a vibrant design as we heat-press it onto a ceramic coaster. All materials are provided, just bring your creativity!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on March 9, 2026 @ 12:00am.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: MakerZone
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Paint your own custom or floral artwork using sublimation paints, then watch it transform into a vibrant design as we heat-press it onto a ceramic coaster. All materials are provided, just bring your creativity!

Example image of soda tab beaded butterfly.

Craft Night: Soda Tab Beaded Butterfly

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Transform soda tabs into a beautiful beaded butterfly! All materials provided.

 

Join us for a fun hour of crafting once a month.

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 15, 2026 @ 6:00pm.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: ATS Space
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Transform soda tabs into a beautiful beaded butterfly! All materials provided.

 

Join us for a fun hour of crafting once a month.

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.

Teen Nintendo Switch: Grades 6-12

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Grades 6-8, Teens

Grades 6-12 

Come play Mario Kart or Super Smash Bros at the library.  Four people can play at one time. Registration is required. 

Limit: 12 

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 17, 2026 @ 4:00pm.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: Newton Room
Age Group: Grades 6-8, Teens
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 6-12 

Come play Mario Kart or Super Smash Bros at the library.  Four people can play at one time. Registration is required. 

Limit: 12 

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