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Storytime in pink bubble letters and an open book

Baby Storytime Walkers

Tuesday, April 28, 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.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on March 18, 2026 @ 12:00am.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: YS Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

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

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.

Volunteer Fair

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 2:00pm - 6:00pm
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Looking for a place to volunteer? Discover a wide range of opportunities to help in our community with a volunteer role that aligns with your passion and skills. Brought to you in partnership with the Batavia Chamber of Commerce. 

Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: Founders Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Looking for a place to volunteer? Discover a wide range of opportunities to help in our community with a volunteer role that aligns with your passion and skills. Brought to you in partnership with the Batavia Chamber of Commerce. 

Teen Chess Club

Tuesday, April 28, 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 April 28, 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.  

A little boy in a green shirt holding up a popsicle stick with a piece of paper with an elephant that says Hello

Toddler Time

Wednesday, April 29, 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.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on March 18, 2026 @ 12:00am.
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.

Author Laurie Zaleski with a horse and the cover of her book, Funny Farm

Meet One Book, One Batavia Author Laurie Zaleski

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Author Laurie Zaleski will join us via Zoom to discuss her book Funny Farm with the audience. 

Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 29, 2026 @ 7:00pm.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: Founders Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Registration Required
Event Details:

Author Laurie Zaleski will join us via Zoom to discuss her book Funny Farm with the audience. 

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.

Graphic of an apple and a worm with a hat, glasses, and a bowtie coming out the side of the apple reading 'Preschool Storytime'

Preschool Storytime: Ages 4-6

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5
Preschool Storytime:

Stories, songs, and more! Children may attend on their own or with a caregiver. Please register each child separately.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on March 18, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: YS Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

Stories, songs, and more! Children may attend on their own or with a caregiver. Please register each child separately.

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

Storytime in pink bubble letters and an open book

Baby Storytime Pre-Walkers

Tuesday, May 5, 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.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on March 18, 2026 @ 12:00am.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: YS Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

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

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.

Storytime in pink bubble letters and an open book

Baby Storytime Walkers

Tuesday, May 5, 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.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on March 18, 2026 @ 12:00am.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: YS Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

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

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.

Inclusion Game Night

Tuesday, May 5, 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 May 5, 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.

A little boy in a green shirt holding up a popsicle stick with a piece of paper with an elephant that says Hello

Toddler Time

Wednesday, May 6, 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.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on March 18, 2026 @ 12:00am.
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.

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, May 6, 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.

Graphic of an apple and a worm with a hat, glasses, and a bowtie coming out the side of the apple reading 'Preschool Storytime'

Preschool Storytime: Ages 4-6

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5
Preschool Storytime:

Stories, songs, and more! Children may attend on their own or with a caregiver. Please register each child separately.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on March 18, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: YS Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

Stories, songs, and more! Children may attend on their own or with a caregiver. Please register each child separately.

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

Board of Library Trustees Committee of the Whole Meeting

Thursday, May 7, 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

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

Saturday, May 9, 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.

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.

Chat & Stitch

Wednesday, May 13, 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, May 19, 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

Closed for Memorial Day

All Day 5/24 - 5/25

Library Closed for Memorial Day

Closing
Branches:
Batavia Public Library
Description:

Library Closed for Memorial Day

Inclusion Game Night

Tuesday, June 2, 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 June 2, 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.

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

Board of Library Trustees Committee of the Whole Meeting

Thursday, June 4, 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, June 10, 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, 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.

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

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