HOURS & LOCATION – Batavia Public Library

HOURS

Mon.–Thurs: 9am–9pm
Fri.–Sat.: 9 am–5 pm
Sun.: 1–5pm (June–August)

Come inside! We’re open

Fully vaccinated patrons – face-coverings optional
Not fully vaccinated patrons – face-coverings expected

Stay outside! Curbside Pickup
Stay home! eMedia and online events

Library closings 2021

Memorial Day
Sunday, May 30 / Monday, May 31

Summer Sunday Hours Begin (June–August)
Sunday, June 1, 1–5 pm, OPEN

Independence Day
Sunday, July 4 / Monday, July 5

Staff Development Day
Friday, August 27, 9 am – 1 pm, CLOSED
1–5 pm, OPEN

Labor Day
Sunday, September 5 / Monday, September 6

Regular Sunday Hours Begin (Sept–May)
Sunday, September 12, 12 noon – 5 pm, OPEN

Thanksgiving
Wednesday, November 24 — closed at 5 pm
Closed all day: Thursday, November 25

Christmas
Friday, December 24
Saturday, December 25
Sunday, December 26

New Year’s Eve
Friday, December 31

New Year’s Day
Saturday, January 1, 2022

Location

Batavia Public Library
10 South Batavia Avenue
Batavia, IL
60510-2449
(630) 879-1393

The Library is located at the southeast corner of the intersection of Batavia Avenue (IL-31) and Wilson Street (the main east-west street through town).

For emergency closings, check the Emergency Closing Center

Teen Programs

Teen Programs

ONLINE--Among Us
on July 31, 2021 at 11:02 am
When: Sunday, August 01, 2021 - 7:00 PM - 8:00 PMAre you addicted to Among Us? Meet up with other players for some private games. Well use Zoom for chatting between games and during the emergency meetings. Please email cedison@bataviapubliclibrary.org if you need help with Zoom. Limit: 9.
IN PERSON--Teen Book Discussion
on July 31, 2021 at 11:02 am
When: Wednesday, August 04, 2021 - 1:30 PM - 2:30 PMWhat are you reading these days? Share your favorite recent reads, play a book-themed game, and maybe discover other books to try.
CANCELLED--Inclusion Game Night
on July 31, 2021 at 11:02 am
When: Wednesday, August 11, 2021 - 6:00 PM - 8:00 PMTeens and young adults of all abilitiesand their families and friendsare invited to play Scattergories, Bingo, and other games online. High school volunteers are welcome. We have prizes for bingo, as well as UNO decks and other games available […]
IN PERSON--Inclusion Game Night
on July 31, 2021 at 11:02 am
When: Wednesday, September 08, 2021 - 6:30 PM - 8:30 PMWe're back in person again! Teens and young adults of all abilities - and their families and friends - are invited to meet new people and play board games and card games in a relaxed setting. Registration required.

Adult Programs

Adult Programs

ONLINE--Community Check-in
on July 31, 2021 at 11:02 am
When: Tuesday, August 03, 2021 - 6:30 PM - 7:00 PMJoin Misty & Aimee from adult services for 30 minutes of local exploration and a chance to reconnect with your neighbors. You will laugh with and learn from the people who make this community great. No registration required, but you will need a […]
ONLINE--Community Check-in
on July 31, 2021 at 11:02 am
When: Tuesday, August 10, 2021 - 6:30 PM - 7:00 PMJoin Misty & Aimee from adult services for 30 minutes of local exploration and a chance to reconnect with your neighbors. You will laugh with and learn from the people who make this community great. No registration required, but you will need a […]
IN PERSON Book Discussion: The Lost City of the...
on July 31, 2021 at 11:02 am
When: Tuesday, August 10, 2021 - 7:30 PM - 7:30 PMThe Lost City of the Monkey God by Douglas Preston.Bestselling thriller writer Preston joins an archaeological expedition looking for evidence of a fabled city of immense wealth called the White City or the Lost City of the Monkey God. Named a best […]
Job Interviewing 101
on July 31, 2021 at 11:02 am
When: Thursday, August 12, 2021 - 10:00 AM - 11:00 AMYou got the call. A company wants to interview you! Now what?! It's not easy putting yourself on the line, especially when you really want the job. This workshop will help you understand today's changing interview scene, and give you some […]

Youth Programs

Kids Programs

Chess Knight
on July 31, 2021 at 11:02 am
When: Tuesday, August 03, 2021 - 7:00 PM - 8:00 PMAge 6 through adultParticipants should have a basic knowledge of the game of chess. Outdoor seating available, weather permitting. Registration required.
Truck Tales
on July 31, 2021 at 11:02 am
When: Wednesday, August 11, 2021 - 10:00 AM - 10:00 AMAges 2-6Love trucks? Enjoy truck stories with Library staff and Gary Holm, Batavia's Public Works director, after which children can climb aboard one of Batavia's big trucks. Registration required.
Make It Take It on Water Street
on July 31, 2021 at 11:02 am
When: Friday, August 20, 2021 - 10:00 AM - 11:00 AMAll agesJoin Library Youth Services staff on Water Street for an easy drop-in craft, weather permitting. No registration required.
Take Home Craft Kit
on July 31, 2021 at 11:02 am
When: Monday, August 16, 2021 - All DayAll agesPick up a take home craft activity in the Youth Services Department. No registration required.

FULLY VACCINATED patrons – face-coverings optional - NOT FULLY VACCINATED patrons – face-coverings expected

Batavia Public Library
10 S. Batavia Ave. Batavia, IL 60510
(630) 879-1393

HOURS

Come inside! We’re open

Library closings 2021

Location

For emergency closings, check the Emergency Closing Center

FULLY VACCINATED patrons – face-coverings optional - NOT FULLY VACCINATED patrons – face-coverings expected

Batavia Public Library10 S. Batavia Ave. Batavia, IL 60510(630) 879-1393

HOURS

Come inside! We’re open

Library closings 2021

Location

For emergency closings, check the Emergency Closing Center

Batavia Public Library
10 S. Batavia Ave. Batavia, IL 60510
(630) 879-1393