Batavia Public Library

Programs And Activities For Youth

Program Registration: For programs requiring telephone registration, including April storytimes, please call the Youth Services Desk, 630-8791393, ext. 500. For all other programs, please register using the online events calendar at BataviaPublicLibrary.org. Priority is given to Batavia Public Library cardholders for all programs requiring registration. Unless otherwise noted, registration for other programs begins on the first of the month in which the program occurs. Patrons of all abilities are welcome at our programs. Please contact the Library regarding accommodations.

Advanced registration is required for programs designated R. Pick up supplies at the Library during Library hours for programs designated P.

FOR BABIES, TOTS, AND PRESCHOOLERS

Registration for April storytimes begins March 20.

Saturday Storytime R

Saturday, March 25, 10:30 a.m.

Saturday, April 22, 10:30 a.m.

Ages 2-6 with a caregiver Please register for each date you will attend.

Baby Storytime R

Friday, April 7-April 28, 9:30 a.m. or 10:30 a.m.

Babies through 23 months with a caregiver

Toddler Time R

Monday, April 3-April 24, 10:30 a.m. OR Tuesday, April 4-April 25, 10:30 a.m.

Ages 2-3 with a caregiver

Preschool Storytime R

Wednesday, April 5-April 26, 10:30 a.m. OR Thursday, April 6-April 27, 1 p.m.

Ages 3-6 with a caregiver

For Students

Book Gems R

Tuesday, March 14, 6 p.m.

“Night of the Living Worms” by Dave Coverly”

Tuesday, April 11, 6 p.m.

“Great Pet Escape” (graphic novel) by Victoria Jamieson

Grades 2-3

Book discussion club for young readers. Reserve a copy of the book when registering. Registration begins four weeks before the discussion.

Middle School Mystery Night R

Friday, March 10, 6:30-9 p.m.

Grades 6-8

Middle School Mystery Night is back! Students in grades 6-8 are invited to this after-hours event. Play a lifesized game of Clue with a variety of characters and locations based on popular books. You’ll decipher puzzles, unravel clues, solve the mystery, and eat pizza. Registration begins Feb. 27. Space is limited. A signed parental permission form and $3 per participant are due at registration.

Get Certified: Button Maker

Monday, March 13, 6:30-8 p.m.

Grades 5-8

Don’t have button envy! Create your own buttons using the Library’s miniature button maker. Drop in and learn the ins and outs of using the button maker and become certified so you may use this device any time the Library is open. Please note: Supplies for this program are free, however there will be a small supply fee for future, personal, button-making sessions.

Explore More — Balancing Act R

Monday, March 20, 6:30 p.m.

Grades 2-5

Learn about the art of balancing, make predictions and test your

Find Your Voice!

skills at balancing objects as well as yourself. We will also make a paper robot that “magically” balances.

Homeschool Hangout R

Tuesday, March 21, 1 p.m.

Tuesday, April 18, 1 p.m.

Families with children in grades K-5

Whether you are new to homeschooling or have a lot of homeschool experience, bring your homeschool learners to the Library for connection and fun during our monthly get-together.

Read with Rover R

Monday, March 27, 10:30 a.m.-noon

Grades 1-4

Children are invited to practice their reading skills by reading aloud to a specially trained therapy dog. The goal of Read with Rover is to create a positive, nonthreatening, and fun environment in which reading aloud is enjoyed. Register for a 15-minute time slot. Presented by Anderson Humane, South Elgin. Please call the Youth Services Desk to register.

Chess Night R

Tuesday, March 28 & April 25, 7 p.m.

Ages 6-14

Capture an evening of fun, not just your opponent’s chess pieces, when you join us for an hour of chess. Participants must have a basic knowledge of the game of chess.

STEAM Lab: Building Bonanza

Wednesday, March 29, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.

Ages 5-12

Drop in to construct and assemble with our various building toys. Will you build the tallest tower or design a completely original structure? The possibilities are endless.

Tiny Art Show R P

Monday, April 3 - supply pick-up

Friday, April 14 - art drop-off

Grades K-8

Channel your inner van Gogh! Register to receive a tiny canvas and directions. Then use supplies you have at home to create an Impressionistic masterpiece. Art pieces will be on display at the Library through the end of April. Registration begins March 20.

Get Certified: Sticker Maker

Monday, April 10, 6:30-8 p.m.

Grades 5-8

All you need is love… and stickers! Create your own stickers using the Library’s Xyron Creative Station. Drop in and learn the ins and outs of using the Creative Station and become certified so you may use this device any time the Library is open. Please note: Supplies for this program are free, however there will be a small supply fee for future, personal, sticker-making sessions.

STUDENT VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

The Youth Services Department is looking for summer volunteers. Batavia students entering grades 6-9 are invited to apply. Pick up an application at the Youth Services Desk or print a copy from the Library’s website. Application deadline is May 18. Scheduling will be based on the date the application is returned to the Youth Services Department.

FRIENDS’ BOOK SALES

The Friends of the Batavia Public Library will host its monthly Book Sale in the FriendSpace located on the Library’s lower level.

Pop-Up Stuffed Pet Adoption R

Thursday, April 13, 4 p.m.

Grades K-2

Celebrate National Pet Day! Join us for a special pet care program where you will learn how to take care of several common pets! Then, put your new knowledge to the test by choosing your very own stuffed pet from our pop-up pet shop!

Birdseed Ornaments R

Wednesday, April 19, 4:30 p.m.

Grades K-3

Create birdseed ornaments for your backyard birds. Then play games and learn fun facts about our feathered friends.

For Families

Discover and Uncover

March: Numbers, Numbers Everywhere

April: Community Poet-Tree Drop by the Youth Services Department during March and April and participate in children’s activities based on these themes.

Story Stroll

Saturday, March 18 & April 15, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

All Ages

Enjoy a Story Stroll in the Library’s Reading Garden. Bring the family for this fun activity!

Board Games

March 27-April 2

Visiting the Library during spring break? Stop by the Youth Services Desk and borrow one of our board games to play in the Library.

LEGO Building Challenge

Tuesday, March 28, 11 a.m.

Families

Does your family love building with LEGO building toys and bricks? Families will receive a bag of Library LEGO pieces to use, challenge cards to inspire you, and time to create. LEGO creations will remain on display in the Library for two weeks.

Drop-In Craft

Thursday, March 30

Wednesday, April 26

All ages

Drop-in craft activities available beginning at 10 a.m., while supplies last. Children ages 6 and younger must be accompanied by an adult. No registration required.

Bingo

Friday, March 31, 11 a.m.

Ages 3-14

Join Youth Services staff members for Bingo! Children 6 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.