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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
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. 

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
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. 

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Baby Storytime Walkers

10:30am–11:00am
Ages 0-5
Closed
Registration Required
Registration is no longer available for this event.
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.

Stuffies & Stories

6:30pm–7:15pm
Ages 0-5
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: YS Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

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.

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.

Toddler Time

10:00am–10:30am
Ages 0-5
Full
Registration Required
Registration is closed because the event is full.
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.

Preschool Storytime: Ages 4-6

10:00am–10:45am
Ages 0-5
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 19, 2026 @ 10:00am.
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.

Baby/Caregiver Yoga: 9:30 AM Session

9:30am–10:00am
Ages 0-5
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 20, 2026 @ 9:15am.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: YS Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create a space for you to connect to yourself and your baby through gentle movement and breath work in a relaxed, playful environment. Yoga mats provided. Please register for only one time slot.

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.

Baby/Caregiver Yoga: 10:15 AM Session

10:15am–10:45am
Ages 0-5
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 20, 2026 @ 9:15am.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: YS Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create a space for you to connect to yourself and your baby through gentle movement and breath work in a relaxed, playful environment. Yoga mats provided. Please register for only one time slot.

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.

LEGO Club

2:00pm–3:30pm
Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens
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.

Toy Swap: Toy Drop-Off

03/25/2026 @ 9:00am–04/04/2026 @ 5:00pm
Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, Adults
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: YS Space
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

If you have toys that your children no longer play with, consider swapping them for something new-to-you! 

Toys can be brought to the Youth Services Desk from March 25-April 8, during library hours. 

Spanish Bilingual Storytime

6:30pm–7:00pm
Ages 0-5
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 25, 2026 @ 6:30pm.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: YS Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Presenters from The Language Labs will create a fun, interactive experience through songs, games, rhymes, and a craft, allowing children to explore a new language in a playful and memorable way.

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.

Drop-In Craft: Mish Mash

All Day 3/28–3/29
Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Adults
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 crafts for all ages.

Puzzle Exchange

10:00am–1:00pm
Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: Van Nortwick Room
Age Group: Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, Fun & Games
Event Details:

Looking for a way to acquire some new puzzles? Bring in your gently used puzzles and take something different! Bring your puzzles in their original boxes with no missing pieces. You do not need to bring puzzles to take puzzles.

Pet Supply Collection

All Day 3/29–4/11
Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: Library-wide
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Help take care of the animals at Starfish Animal Rescue by bringing supplies to the lobby of the Library between March 29 at April 11, the date of Starfish's Adoptable Dog Meet & Greet.

Drop-In Game Day

All Day
Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: YS Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Fun & Games
Event Details:

On Spring Break with nothing to do? Drop by and enjoy playing with some of our board games and oversized toys.

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.

Interactive Movie Morning: How to Train Your Dragon

10:30am–12:00pm
Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: Founders Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Fun & Games
Event Details:

Experience a movie like never before. You'll be watching "How to Train Your Dragon," while staff interact with you in many exciting ways. No registration required, but the first 20 families will receive a bag of props to use during the movie.

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 Club

7:00pm–8:30pm
Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Teens
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.

Drop-In Craft: Collagapalooza

9:30am–8:30pm
Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: YS Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Drop-in craft activities available 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.

Graphic Novel Workshop

6:30pm–7:30pm
Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on March 18, 2026 @ 12:00am.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: Newton Room
Age Group: Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Dive into the world of comics with Do Art Productions' interactive Comic Book Workshop!

Drop-In Family Storytime

10:00am–10:30am
Ages 0-5
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: YS Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Drop in for stories, songs, and more for the whole family.

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.

Toy Swap: Toy Drop-Off

04/06/2026 @ 9:00am–04/08/2026 @ 9:00pm
Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, Adults
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: YS Space
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

If you have toys that your children no longer play with, consider swapping them for something new-to-you! 

Toys can be brought to the Youth Services Desk from March 25-April 8, during library hours. 

Drop-in Family Storytime

10:00am–10:30am
Ages 0-5
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: YS Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Stories, rhymes, songs 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.

Baby Storytime Pre-Walkers

9:30am–10:00am
Ages 0-5
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.

Baby Storytime Walkers

10:30am–11:00am
Ages 0-5
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.

Chess Club

7:00pm–8:00pm
Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on March 18, 2026 @ 12:00am.
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.

Toddler Time

10:00am–10:30am
Ages 0-5
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.

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