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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 Pre-Walkers

9:30am–10:00am
Ages 0-5
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on May 5, 2026 @ 9:30am.
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
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on May 5, 2026 @ 10:30am.
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.

Toddler Time

10:00am–10:30am
Ages 0-5
Waitlist
Registration Required
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
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 May 7, 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.

Baby Storytime Pre-Walkers

9:30am–10:00am
Ages 0-5
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on May 5, 2026 @ 9:30am.
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
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on May 5, 2026 @ 10:30am.
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.

Toddler Time

10:00am–10:30am
Ages 0-5
Waitlist
Registration Required
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
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 May 7, 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.

Baby Storytime Pre-Walkers

9:30am–10:00am
Ages 0-5
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on May 5, 2026 @ 9:30am.
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
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on May 5, 2026 @ 10:30am.
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.

Toddler Time

10:00am–10:30am
Ages 0-5
Waitlist
Registration Required
Capacity has been reached. Additional registrants will be placed on the waitlist.
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 May 7, 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.

Stuffies and 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 bring a blanket and wear your pajamas!

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.

Stories for Every Brain

10:00am–11:00am
Ages 0-5
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on May 16, 2026 @ 10:00am.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: YS Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a specialized storytime designed to celebrate the beautiful diversity of how our brains work. This program is tailored for neurodivergent children, including those with autism, ADHD, or sensory processing sensitivities.

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.

Truck Tales

10:00am–11:00am
Ages 0-5
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: YS Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Love trucks? Celebrate Public Works Week with truck stories shared by Library and Batavia Public Works staff, then climb aboard one of Batavia's big trucks.

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