Event List

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

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.

Scheming Wives and High-Stakes Hilarity with Author Sue Hincenbergs

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.

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

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!

Board of Library Trustees Committee of the Whole

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.

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

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!

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

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

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

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.

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.

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. 

Adults with dementia and their caregivers are invited to a free screening of "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation," presented with softer sound and ambient lighting.

Join us at Emagine Theater for a free movie!

Festival of Carols is a performance by musicians from the Chamber Orchestra of Batavia High School that will surely get you into the spirit of the holidays! 

Bring your little one (ages 2-6) for some developmentally friendly - and fun - sensory play stations. Dress to get messy. Please register each child separately.

Vintage and regular book sales.

Do you need a holiday gift for a friend or relative? Come to the library and make a simple craft that you can give as a gift. One craft per person, please. While supplies last. 

The Essential Christmas Carol

Using a script derived from Charles Dickens' 1867 abridged reading copy, storyteller William Pack will perform a reading of A Christmas Carol.

Come to the Library to study alone or with friends. Food is allowed and welcome! Send deliveries to the Van Nortwick Room.