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Friends of Library Book Sale

Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
FOL Book Sale:

Buying books at the Friends' sale is a great way to support the Library. Book sales are held in the lower level FriendSpace every month throughout the year.

Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: Library-wide
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other

Buying books at the Friends' sale is a great way to support the Library. Book sales are held in the lower level FriendSpace every month throughout the year.

Adult Chess Night

Wednesday, June 10, 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 June 10, 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.

Picture of author Matt Ninniman and book covers for "A Parade of Horribles" and "Dungeon Crawler Carl"

Virtual Author Talk: Matt Dinniman

Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Presentation
Age Group:
Adults

Apocalyptic Mayhem, Lava-Spitting Llamas, and One Very Sassy Cat: Surviving the Universe’s Most Twisted RPG with Matt Dinniman

New York Times Best Selling Author of Dungeon Crawler Carl

Hold onto your heart-patte

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

Apocalyptic Mayhem, Lava-Spitting Llamas, and One Very Sassy Cat: Surviving the Universe’s Most Twisted RPG with Matt Dinniman

New York Times Best Selling Author of Dungeon Crawler Carl

Hold onto your heart-patte

Sustainable Landscaping

Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Adults

Creating Beautiful and Environmentally Responsible Outdoor Spaces 

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

Creating Beautiful and Environmentally Responsible Outdoor Spaces 

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.

Meet the 3 eBook & eAudiobook Apps

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults

Your library card gives you access to free eBooks and eAudiobooks through Libby, Hoopla and Palace Project. Demonstrations of each app will be given using both iPhone and Android.

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on June 16, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: Founders Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Your library card gives you access to free eBooks and eAudiobooks through Libby, Hoopla and Palace Project. Demonstrations of each app will be given using both iPhone and Android.

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.

Board of Library Trustees Meeting

Tuesday, June 16, 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

The Power of Connection: Supporting Older Adults in Our Community

Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for an engaging community conversation about social isolation and loneliness among older adults.

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on June 17, 2026 @ 7:00pm.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: Newton Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for an engaging community conversation about social isolation and loneliness among older adults.

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.

Picture of author Ted Page and cover of his book "Good Grandpa"

Virtual Author Talk: Ted Page

Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Presentation
Age Group:
Adults

Nurturing Future Generations: Stories from the Heart of Grandfatherhood with Ted Page

Author, Creative Entrepreneur, and Grandpa

Join us in virtual conversation with storyteller and popular blogger Ted Page as we

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

Nurturing Future Generations: Stories from the Heart of Grandfatherhood with Ted Page

Author, Creative Entrepreneur, and Grandpa

Join us in virtual conversation with storyteller and popular blogger Ted Page as we

Puzzle Race

Saturday, June 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Gather a team of up to 4 to race to put together a 500-piece puzzle! All puzzles are the same and no one may see the puzzle until time starts. Have 1 person register for each team. Ages 13 & up. REGISTER BY JUNE 17.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on June 1, 2026 @ 12:00am.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: Founders Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Gather a team of up to 4 to race to put together a 500-piece puzzle! All puzzles are the same and no one may see the puzzle until time starts. Have 1 person register for each team. Ages 13 & up. REGISTER BY JUNE 17.

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.

Picture of authors Sana Javeri Kadri and Asha Loupy with a picture of the cover of their book "The Diaspora Spice Company Cookbook"

Virtual Author Talk: Sana Jeveri Kadri & Asha Loupy

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Presentation
Age Group:
Adults

Simple, Sustainable, and Powerfully Delicious Meals with Sana Javeri Kadri and Asha Loupy

Kadri, CEO & Founder of Diaspora Spice Co.
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: Virtual Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors, Presentation
Event Details:

Simple, Sustainable, and Powerfully Delicious Meals with Sana Javeri Kadri and Asha Loupy

Kadri, CEO & Founder of Diaspora Spice Co.
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Craft Night: Beaded Vine Desk Plant

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Create a refreshing beaded vine desk plant to brighten your space with handmade greenery. All materials provided.

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

Create a refreshing beaded vine desk plant to brighten your space with handmade greenery. All materials provided.

photo of actor Terry Lynch dressed in 18th century clothing as Benjamin Franklin

Sundays on Stage: Benjamin Franklin

Sunday, June 28, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Designing a Nation

Benjamin Franklin was the sole individual who played a part in drafting the five documents that established our nation.

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on June 28, 2026 @ 2:00pm.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: Founders Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Performance
Registration Required
Event Details:

Designing a Nation

Benjamin Franklin was the sole individual who played a part in drafting the five documents that established our nation.

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.

Inclusion Game Night

Tuesday, July 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 July 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.

Chat & Stitch

Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

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. 

Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: ATS Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

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. 

Large red letters reading 'Book Sale' and smaller text reading 'Friends of the Batavia Public Library' and 'FriendSpace lower level of the Library.' with blue stripes and the green library building logo

Friends of Library Book Sale

Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
FOL Book Sale:

Buying books at the Friends' sale is a great way to support the Library. Book sales are held in the lower level FriendSpace every month throughout the year.

Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: Library-wide
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other

Buying books at the Friends' sale is a great way to support the Library. Book sales are held in the lower level FriendSpace every month throughout the year.

Window over an open book and text reading 'Batavia Public Library'

Board of Library Trustees Committee of the Whole Meeting

Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Program Type:
Board Meeting
Age Group:
Adults

Board of Library Trustees Committee of the Whole

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

Board of Library Trustees Committee of the Whole

Board of Library Trustees Meeting

Tuesday, July 21, 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

Large red letters reading 'Book Sale' and smaller text reading 'Friends of the Batavia Public Library' and 'FriendSpace lower level of the Library.' with blue stripes and the green library building logo

Friends of Library Educators' Sale

Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 9:00am - 1:00pm
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
FOL Book Sale:

Buying books at the Friends' sale is a great way to support the Library. Book sales are held in the lower level FriendSpace every month throughout the year.

Educators' Book Sale

Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: Library-wide
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Buying books at the Friends' sale is a great way to support the Library. Book sales are held in the lower level FriendSpace every month throughout the year.

Educators' Book Sale

Inclusion Game Night

Tuesday, August 4, 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.

Cancelled
Closed
Registration Required
Registration is no longer available for this event.
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.

Full moon and text reading 'Friends of the Batavia Public Library Evening Book Sale'

Friends of Library Book Sale

Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
FOL Book Sale:

Buying books at the Friends' sale is a great way to support the Library. Book sales are held in the lower level FriendSpace every month throughout the year.

Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: Library-wide
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other

Buying books at the Friends' sale is a great way to support the Library. Book sales are held in the lower level FriendSpace every month throughout the year.

Window over an open book and text reading 'Batavia Public Library'

Board of Library Trustees Committee of the Whole Meeting

Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Program Type:
Board Meeting
Age Group:
Adults

Board of Library Trustees Committee of the Whole

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

Board of Library Trustees Committee of the Whole

Chat & Stitch

Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

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. 

Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: ATS Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

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. 

Board of Library Trustees Meeting

Tuesday, August 18, 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

Inclusion Game Night

Tuesday, September 1, 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 September 1, 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.

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