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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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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.

Meet Jana Tropper, Animal Rescue Friends Author

6:00pm–8:00pm
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. 

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

6:30pm–7:30pm
Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
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. 

Making Comics with Jana Tropper (Gr. 3-5)

2:00pm–2:45pm
Grades K-5
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 26, 2026 @ 2:00pm.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: YS Program Room
Age Group: Grades K-5
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.

Chess Club

7:00pm–8:00pm
Grades K-5, Grades 6-8
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

9:30am–4:30pm
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
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

9:30am–4:30pm
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
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.

Firefly Family Theatre: The Story Garden

10:30am–11:30am
Ages 0-5, Grades K-5
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: Founders Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Grades K-5
Program Type: Performance
Event Details:

Join Spark the Firefly and all her friends for stories and songs all about Spring and the power of kindness.

Summer Movie Series: "Gabby's Dollhouse: The Movie" (G)

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

Work on some crafts, do some coloring, and enjoy a snack while we watch movies at the Library!

We'll be watching Gabby's Dollhouse: The Movie, rated G. 

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

9:30am–4:30pm
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 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

12:00pm–4:30pm
Ages 0-5, Grades K-5, Grades 6-8, Adults
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 Club

2:00pm–3:30pm
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: 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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