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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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Teen Book Bedazzling

11:00am–1:00pm
Teens
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 7, 2026 @ 11:00am.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: MakerZone
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grades 8-12

Sparkle up your bookshelf with Book Bedazzling. Bring in your favorite book (or any book) and give it a makeover. 

Limit: 20

Meet the MakerZone

5:30pm–6:30pm
Teens, Adults
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on March 9, 2026 @ 5:30pm.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: MakerZone
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Want to design your own tote bag using sublimation? Or make a vinyl sticker decal with the Cricut? Learn about the various equipment and creative designs you can make in our MakerZone! Examples of past creations will be displayed.  

Volunteens

2:00pm–4:00pm
Teens
Open
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 12, 2026 @ 2:00pm.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: MakerZone
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get Volunteer Hours!

Grades 9-12 

In Person  

Help out behind the scenes with a variety of tasks to receive volunteer hours or work experience. 

Spring Coasters with Sublimation Paint

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on March 9, 2026 @ 12:00am.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: MakerZone
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Paint your own custom or floral artwork using sublimation paints, then watch it transform into a vibrant design as we heat-press it onto a ceramic coaster. All materials are provided, just bring your creativity!

Spring Coasters with Sublimation Paint

11:00am–12:30pm
Teens, Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Registration will open on March 9, 2026 @ 8:00am.
Library Branch: Batavia Public Library
Room: MakerZone
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Paint your own custom or floral artwork using sublimation paints, then watch it transform into a vibrant design as we heat-press it onto a ceramic coaster. All materials are provided, just bring your creativity!

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