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Sublimation & Heat Press Demo

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Watch a live demonstration of how to print a design with the sublimation printer and press it onto fabric with our Swing-Away Heat Press. Patrons will then be able to test the heat press by pressing a pre-made design. All materials provided.

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 14, 2026 @ 11:00am.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: MakerZone
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Watch a live demonstration of how to print a design with the sublimation printer and press it onto fabric with our Swing-Away Heat Press. Patrons will then be able to test the heat press by pressing a pre-made design. All materials provided.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Heartfulness Wellness

Sunday, February 15, 2026 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.

Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentation
Event Details:

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

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 event is in the "Adults" group

Sundays on Stage

Sunday, February 15, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Adults
The Saddle Shoe Sisters

The Saddle Shoe Sisters celebrate the best vocal groups of all-time from the Andrews Sisters to the Supremes and everything in between the 1940s-60s.

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 22, 2026 @ 2:00pm.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: Founders Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Performance
Registration Required
Event Details:
The Saddle Shoe Sisters

The Saddle Shoe Sisters celebrate the best vocal groups of all-time from the Andrews Sisters to the Supremes and everything in between the 1940s-60s.

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 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

Animal Showcase

Monday, February 16, 2026 at 9:45am - 10:30am
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults

Look at and learn about a variety of different animals in this interactive presentation from Animal Quest.

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

Look at and learn about a variety of different animals in this interactive presentation from Animal Quest.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

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

Animal Showcase

Monday, February 16, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults

Look at and learn about a variety of different animals in this interactive presentation from Animal Quest.

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

Look at and learn about a variety of different animals in this interactive presentation from Animal Quest.

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.

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

Artist Adventures: Grades 1-5

Monday, February 16, 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: Alma Thomas. 

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 16, 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: Alma Thomas. 

This event is in the "Teens" group

International Snack Challenge

Tuesday, February 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 February 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. 

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

Stuffies & Stories

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Grades K-5
Stuffies and Stories:

Bring a favorite stuffed animal for some stories and songs children and their stuffies can enjoy together. Feel free to wear your pajamas! Space is limited. Tickets are required an...

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

Bring a favorite stuffed animal for some stories and songs children and their stuffies can enjoy together. Feel free to wear your pajamas! Space is limited. Tickets are required and will be available at the Youth Services Desk 15 minutes before the program begins.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Board of Library Trustees Meeting

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Program Type:
Board Meeting
Age Group:
Adults

Board of Library Trustees Meeting

Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Board Meeting
Event Details:

Board of Library Trustees Meeting

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

Craft Night: Yarn Snowflakes

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

Design your own snowflake with yarn—no two will be alike! All materials provided.

 

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

March - No-sew Sock Bunny

April - Soda Tab Beaded Butterfly

 

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

Design your own snowflake with yarn—no two will be alike! All materials provided.

 

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

March - No-sew Sock Bunny

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Financial Education: Debt Management

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Adults

Want to get a better handle on your money? Denis Kelly of the Association of Financial Educators will present three programs in February.  Register for one, two or all three! 

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 18, 2026 @ 7:00pm.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: Newton Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Want to get a better handle on your money? Denis Kelly of the Association of Financial Educators will present three programs in February.  Register for one, two or all three! 

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 event is in the "Adults" group

Books Between Bites

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Presentation
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for a free one-hour presentation on a book, author or local topic of interest.  Bring a lunch to enjoy during the program.

Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: Founders Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors, Presentation
Event Details:

Join us for a free one-hour presentation on a book, author or local topic of interest.  Bring a lunch to enjoy during the program.

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

Sunday, February 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.

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Drop-In Family Storytime

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Adults

Drop in for some stories and a craft. 

Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: YS Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Adults
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Drop in for some stories and a craft. 

Disclaimer(s)

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Sweet Life After 50

Monday, February 23, 2026 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...

Jan. 12: 3D Line Art; Jan. 26: Dot Painting; Feb. 9: Felt Roses; Feb. 23: Watercolor Dots

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 23, 2026 @ 1:30pm.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: Newton Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Engagement, Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

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 other active adults.  

Jan. 12: 3D Line Art; Jan. 26: Dot Painting; Feb. 9: Felt Roses; Feb. 23: Watercolor Dots

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 event is in the "Ages 0-5" group

Baby Storytime Prewalkers

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5
Baby Storytime:

Stories, songs and early literacy skills for babies. Please register each child separately.

For babies to 23 months who are not yet walking.

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 17, 2026 @ 9:30am.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: YS Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Stories, songs and early literacy skills for babies. Please register each child separately.

For babies to 23 months who are not yet walking.

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.

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

Baby Storytime Walkers

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5
Baby Storytime:

Stories, songs and early literacy skills for babies. Please register each child separately.

Babies through 23 months who are walking.

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 17, 2026 @ 10:30am.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: YS Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Stories, songs and early literacy skills for babies. Please register each child separately.

Babies through 23 months who are walking.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Virtual Author Talk: Smithson's Gamble by Tom Crouch

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Presentation
Age Group:
Adults

Smithson’s Gamble: The Incredible History Behind the World’s Largest Museum with Smithsonian Curator Emeritus Tom Crouch
A Library Speakers Consortium and Smithsonian Institution Collaboration

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: Virtual Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors, Presentation
Event Details:

Smithson’s Gamble: The Incredible History Behind the World’s Largest Museum with Smithsonian Curator Emeritus Tom Crouch
A Library Speakers Consortium and Smithsonian Institution Collaboration

This event is in the "Adults" group

Sublimation & Heat Press Demo

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Watch a live demonstration of how to print a design with the sublimation printer and press it onto fabric with our Swing-Away Heat Press. Patrons will then be able to test the heat press by pressing a pre-made design. All materials provided.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on January 24, 2026 @ 12:00am.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: MakerZone
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Watch a live demonstration of how to print a design with the sublimation printer and press it onto fabric with our Swing-Away Heat Press. Patrons will then be able to test the heat press by pressing a pre-made design. All materials provided.

This event is in the "Teens" group

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.  

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

Toddler Time

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5
Toddler Time:

Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and a craft. Please register each child separately.

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 18, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: YS Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and a craft. Please 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.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Adult Chess Night

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Adults

Adult chess players of all levels are invited to a chess meet-up! A chess coach from Elite Chess will set up the matches and offer tips and guidance. 

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 25, 2026 @ 7:00pm.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: Van Nortwick Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Adult chess players of all levels are invited to a chess meet-up! A chess coach from Elite Chess will set up the matches and offer tips and guidance. 

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 event is in the "Adults" group

Financial Education: Financial Goal Setting

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Adults

Want to get a better handle on your money? Denis Kelly of the Association of Financial Educators will present three programs in February.  Register for one, two or all three! 

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on February 25, 2026 @ 7:00pm.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: Newton Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Want to get a better handle on your money? Denis Kelly of the Association of Financial Educators will present three programs in February.  Register for one, two or all three! 

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.