Unless
otherwise noted, September program and storytime registration begins Sept. 1;
October program registration begins October 1. Stop by or call the Youth Services
Desk, 630-879-1393, ext. 500, for more information and to register. Priority is
given to Batavia Public Library cardholders for all programs requiring
registration. Patrons of all abilities are welcome at our programs. Please
contact the Library regarding accommodations.
Thurs., Oct. 4, 4:30pm
Ages 6 - 14
Join
your fellow Minecrafters for an hour of play on the Library’s Minecraft system.
Entry tickets will be handed out beginning 15 minutes
before the program until gone. Space is limited.
Book Gems
Registration required.
Tues., Oct. 9, 6:30pm
What was the Great Chicago Fire? by Janet Pascal
Grades 2–3
Book club and activities for young
readers. Reserve a copy of the book when you register.
Registration required.
Mon., Oct. 15, 4pm
Grades 6–8
Hang out with friends, eat pizza, and do
creative projects. In September, will we help decorate the Youth Services
department for fall and plan our October activity.
Registration required.
Tues., Oct. 16, 4:30pm
Smart as an Animal
Grades 2-4
Join us for a journey into the world of
nonfiction.
Registration required.
Mon., Oct. 29, 4:30pm
Forensic
Science
Grades 3-5
Come and explore your inner
scientist. We’ll have fun with science, technology, engineering, and math
(STEM) through activities, experiments, and games.
Registration required.
Tues., Oct., 23, 4:30pm
Ages 6-14
Learn more about chess or improve your chess skills as we explore strategy and
tactics. Basic knowledge of the game is required; but all skill levels are
welcome. A portion of the hour will be spent on strategy, then playing the game
using what you have learned.
Registration required.
Wed., Oct 24, 4:30pm
Grades K-2
Through books, games, and experiments, children will explore a variety of
science and nature topics each month. Each participant will also receive a
take-home activity
Starting in October
Grades K-8
Looking for a reading challenge this fall? Keep track of the time you read to
earn a voucher for a ticket to a Chicago Steel hockey game at the Fox Valley
Ice Arena. Pick up your tracking sheet and more details at the Youth Services Desk
beginning in October. Batavia Public Library card required. Offered in
partnership with the Chicago Steel Hockey Team.
Registration required.
Wed., Oct. 24, 6:30–8pm
Grades 6-8
Join us for an evening of Harry
Potter trivia with a special “fantastic beasts” round celebrating the new
movie!
Registration required.
Tues., Oct. 30, 6:30pm
Grades 4-8
Are you a mystery fan? Do you figure out
the solution before the book characters? Bring your favorite mystery to share
with the group. We’ll discuss these mysteries, solve a few new mysteries, and
hear about some mystery books you might want to read next. Refreshments
included.
Registration required.
Mon., Nov. 5, 12, 19, 26, 4:30pm
Grades 3-6
Join "Coding for Kids" and exercise your
mind while learning useful computer skills. Retired computer science teacher JoAnn
Smith will facilitate this 4-week coding instruction for students using the
TechRocket web site. Registration begins Oct. 29.
Registration required.
Fri., Nov. 9, 6–9pm
Grades 3–5
After-hours program that includes a
scavenger hunt, games, pizza, and a guest performer. Parental permission form
and $3 per participant are required at registration. Register in person at the
Youth Services Desk, beginning November 1. Space is limited. Priority is given
to Batavia Public Library cardholders and to students attending Batavia
schools.
September - Monarch Butterflies
October - Bones
Drop by Youth Services each month to explore
our Observation Station. Each month’s station will include an in-house or take-home
activity. Stop in often to see what’s new!
Sun., Aug. 12, 2 pm
All ages
Children and adults are invited to design the ultimate paper airplane.
Then test your design and flying skills against your fellow pilots in friendly
competitions of loop-the-loops, speed, and distance.
Mon., Oct. 8, 10am
In this unique program, yoga instructor Gina Slager incorporates her original
music, yoga, breath, storytelling, and imagination. Sing, dance, breathe, and relax with Gina. This family program most
appropriate for children ages 2-8.
Registration required.
Sat.,
Oct. 20, 1-3pm
Come to our first family scarf-a-thon.
Spend the afternoon measuring, cutting, and knotting colorful fleece scarves. Needle
and thread NOT required. Instructions and materials provided, but feel free to
bring along your own sewing scissors and unique piece of fleece. All completed
scarves will find new homes through the Batavia Clothes Closet. Children must
be accompanied by an adult.
Sat., Oct. 27, 11:30am
Enjoying BatFest? Stop by the Reading
Garden (weather permitting) for fall songs and stories. Then join the Batavia
Mothers’ Club costume parade. Children are invited to wear costumes. Parents
must accompany children. No registration necessary.
Mon., Nov. 12, 6:30–8 pm
Trying to decide on a preschool for your
child? Stop by the Library to chat with staff from Batavia and Geneva
preschools. Check out several preschools at one time in one location during
this 6:30–8 pm open house format.
No registration is required for the following activities.
Mon., Oct. 8, 11am-1pm
Sat., Oct. 13, 10am-12pm
Oct.,
1-30
Take a guess at how many pieces of candy corn are in our Halloween guessing jar
for a chance to win one of our Halloween-themed prizes.
Bookmark Contest
Oct., 1-30
Grades 1-5
Entry form available at the Youth
Services Desk.
Sat., Oct. 6, 11am
Sat., Nov. 3, 11am
Ages 3–5
Books are great to listen to, but they really come alive
when we add movement to them, too! We’ll act out stories, learn fun stretches,
and practice lively movements to rhymes and songs. Each class has a different theme.
Registration required.
Mon., Sept. 10–Oct. 29, 10:30am
Tues., Sept. 11–Oct. 30, 10:30am
Ages 2–3 with a caregiver
Enjoy stories, rhymes, movement, and more.
Classes last approximately 25 minutes.
Mon., Sept. 10–Oct. 29, 7pm
Families with children through age 7 are
welcome.
Registration required.
Tues., Sept. 11–Oct. 30, 9:30am
Infants with a caregiver
Infants who are not yet walking will
enjoy this interactive program which includes songs, nursery rhymes,
fingerplays, games and book sharing. Please make outside care arrangements for
older siblings.
Registration required.
Wed., Sept. 12–Oct. 31, 10am
Wed., Sept. 12–Oct. 31, 1pm
Thurs., Sept. 13–Nov. 1, 10am
Ages 3–6
Activities, Books, and Craft program for
children. This interactive storytime is
designed for preschoolers who can listen and participate independently without
a caregiver. Each class runs approximately 40-45 minutes.
Thurs., Sept. 13–Nov. 1, 2pm
Ages 2–3 with a
caregiver
Stories, rhymes, movement and more for
children ages 2-3 and their caregivers. Classes last approximately 25 minutes
with a short group play time after.
Entry tickets will be given out 20 minutes before the program until
gone. Space is limited. A Batavia Library card is required.
Fri., Sept. 14–Nov. 2, 10am
0–35 months with a caregiver
Drop in for songs, rhymes and stories. Please
make outside care arrangements for older siblings. Space is limited for this
popular program. Show your Batavia Public Library card at the Youth Services
Desk to receive your entry ticket. Entry tickets will be handed out beginning
20 minutes before the program until gone.
Registration required.
Fri., Sept. 14–Nov. 2, 11am
0–23 months with a caregiver
Babies who are already walking will enjoy
this interactive program which includes songs, nursery rhymes, fingerplays,
games and book sharing.
Fri., Sept. 14–Nov. 2, 1pm
Ages 3–6
Younger siblings welcome. An adult must
accompany children under the age of 4.
Two special events will take place this
fall during this time, “Stuffed Animal Storytime” on Sept. 28 and “Book
Character Visit” on Oct. 26. See program descriptions below.
Fri.,
Sept. 28, 1pm
Ages 3–6
Bring your favorite stuffed animal to a special storytime.
Follow Miss Amy and Miss Joanne on a fun filled adventure around the Youth
Services Department complete with stories, songs, rhymes, and activities.
Fri., Oct. 26, 1pm
Ages 3–6
Cat in the Hat
Barnes & Noble Booksellers will bring
Cat in the Hat to the Library for stories and activities. Don’t forget your
camera!