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Cover of "Animal Rescue Friends: Finding Home" and headshot of Jana Tropper, author.

Meet Jana Tropper, Animal Rescue Friends Author

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Grades K-5, Grades 6-8

Jana Tropper, one of the authors of the Animal Rescue Friends series will be sharing her author story with us, doing dramatic readings from her graphic novels, signing books, and giving high fives. 

Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: Founders Room
Age Group: Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

Jana Tropper, one of the authors of the Animal Rescue Friends series will be sharing her author story with us, doing dramatic readings from her graphic novels, signing books, and giving high fives. 

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.

Taste Testers: Oreos

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Grades K-5, Grades 6-8

Kids will taste different kinds of Oreo cookies and rate and rank them. 

Cancelled
Closed
Registration Required
Registration is no longer available for this event.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: YS Program Room
Age Group: Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Kids will taste different kinds of Oreo cookies and rate and rank them. 

Perler Bead Crafternoon

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Grades 6-8

Need a Mother's Day gift, or just want to update your locker? Come and make a DIY perler bead picture frame? Frames will fit a standard 4 x 6 photograph.

Closed
Registration Required
Registration is no longer available for this event.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: YS Program Room
Age Group: Grades 6-8
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Need a Mother's Day gift, or just want to update your locker? Come and make a DIY perler bead picture frame? Frames will fit a standard 4 x 6 photograph.

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.

Making Comics with Jana Tropper (Gr. 6-8)

Sunday, April 26, 2026 at 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Books & Authors
Age Group:
Grades 6-8

Learn what it takes to make a comic with our One Book, One Batavia author, Jana Tropper, with step-by-step instructions and guidance.

This is a One Book, One Batavia program. 

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 26, 2026 @ 3:00pm.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: YS Program Room
Age Group: Grades 6-8
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Authors
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn what it takes to make a comic with our One Book, One Batavia author, Jana Tropper, with step-by-step instructions and guidance.

This is a One Book, One Batavia program. 

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.

Virtual Author Talk: Jason Reynolds

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Presentation
Age Group:
Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults

On Writing Beloved Characters and Powerful Portrayals of Resilience with Jason Reynolds

Award-Winning and New York Times Bestselling Author

Join us in conversation with bestselling author Jason Reynolds as we discuss his l

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: Virtual Room
Age Group: Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors, Presentation
Event Details:

On Writing Beloved Characters and Powerful Portrayals of Resilience with Jason Reynolds

Award-Winning and New York Times Bestselling Author

Join us in conversation with bestselling author Jason Reynolds as we discuss his l

Chess pieces on a chess board and text reading 'Capture an hour of fun, not just your opponent's chess pieces. Participants must have a basic knowledge of the game. Registration required: for ages 6-14.'

Chess Club

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Type:
Fun & Games
Age Group:
Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Chess Club:

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.

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on May 5, 2026 @ 7:00pm.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: YS Program Room
Age Group: Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Fun & Games
Registration Required

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.

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.

Drop-In Craft: Mother's Day Card

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 9:30am - 4:30pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8

Come and make a Mother's Day card for a mother figure in your life while supplies last. Children ages 8 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: YS Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come and make a Mother's Day card for a mother figure in your life while supplies last. Children ages 8 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

Drop-In Craft: Door Hanger

Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 9:30am - 4:30pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Drop In Craft:

Drop-in craft activities available while supplies last. Children ages 8 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

Come and decorate your own door hanger while supplies last. Children ages 8 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: YS Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Drop-in craft activities available while supplies last. Children ages 8 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

Come and decorate your own door hanger while supplies last. Children ages 8 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

Drop-In Craft: Scratch Art

Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 9:30am - 4:30pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Adults
Drop In Craft:

Drop-in craft activities available while supplies last. Children ages 8 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

Come and make a scratch art creation for yourself or someone else while supplies last. Children ages 8 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: YS Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Drop-in craft activities available while supplies last. Children ages 8 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

Come and make a scratch art creation for yourself or someone else while supplies last. Children ages 8 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

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.

Drop-In Craft: Scratch Art

Sunday, May 31, 2026 at 12:00pm - 4:30pm
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Adults
Drop In Craft:

Drop-in craft activities available while supplies last. Children ages 8 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

Come and make a scratch art creation for yourself or someone else while supplies last. Children ages 8 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: Youth Group Study Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Drop-in craft activities available while supplies last. Children ages 8 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

Come and make a scratch art creation for yourself or someone else while supplies last. Children ages 8 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

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.

LEGO Building Challenge

LEGO Club

Sunday, May 31, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Program Type:
Fun & Games, STEM
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
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
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.

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