LECTURES & PERFORMANCES – Batavia Public Library

Lectures & Performances

New Lyceum Lectures

The New Lyceum Lecture Series 2018-2019 season is sponsored by the Batavia Public Library Foundation.

Upcoming Lectures

New Lyceum Lecture Series: How to Build a Big Little Business–With Purpose!

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Adult Programs

Books Between Bites: They Called Us Enemy…

Google Drive

Introduction to Microsoft Word 2016, Part 1

Genealogy: HeritageQuest & America’s Obituaries

Books Between Bites

Books Between Bites Website

Questions & Ancestors

Upcoming Programs

Genealogy: Ancestry Library Edition

Genealogy: FamilySearch.org

Genealogy: Free Websites

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How-To Community

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Upcoming Programs

How-To Community: Supermarket Survival: Shop Smart

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Sundays on Stage

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Upcoming Programs

Sundays on Stage: Mind Games

Sundays on Stage: Golden Age of Hollywood

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One Book, One Batavia

One Book, One Batavia is an annual community-wide reading program presented by the Batavia Public Library in cooperation with Batavia High School and co-sponsored by the Friends of the Batavia Public Library. See complete One Book, One Batavia information.

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Teen Programs

Teen Programs

Learn to Play Dungeons and Dragons
on January 18, 2020 at 4:13 am
When: Sunday, February 02, 2020 - 12:30 PM - 4:30 PMWant to learn to play D&D? Characters will be provided for you if you haven’t created your own already—or come at 12:30pm and create a character on the spot. Dungeon masters from The Gaming Goat in Geneva will lead you through a […]

Inclusion Game Night
on January 18, 2020 at 4:13 am
When: Wednesday, February 12, 2020 - 6:30 PM - 8:30 PMTeens 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. No registration required.

Free Practice SAT Test
on January 18, 2020 at 4:13 am
When: Sunday, February 16, 2020 - 12:30 PM - 4:00 PMTake a free practice test courtesy of Princeton Review. For the test, bring water, #2 pencils, and an energy snack as well as an approved calculator. Results will be made available online by Princeton Review. Registration required. REGISTER HERE.

Teen Job and Volunteering Fair
on January 18, 2020 at 4:13 am
When: Saturday, March 07, 2020 - 1:00 PM - 4:00 PMAt the BATAVIA Public Library. Teens are invited to learn more about volunteer and paid employment opportunities for the summer and beyond in Batavia, Geneva, North Aurora, and St. Charles. No registration required.

Adult Programs

Adult Programs

Magazine Giveaway
on January 18, 2020 at 4:13 am
When: Saturday, February 08, 2020 - 9:00 AM - 4:00 PMThe Library’s annual magazine giveaway will be held Saturday, February 8, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. (or until the magazines are gone). Magazines from 2016 will be bundled by title and offered free of charge on a first-come, first-served basis.

Book Discussion - The Readers of Broken Wheel...
on January 18, 2020 at 4:13 am
When: Tuesday, February 11, 2020 - 7:30 PM - 9:00 PMA visitor from Sweden arrives in small-town Iowa only to discover her pen pal has died. A heartwarming, quirky novel about the power of books and each person’s potential to impact others’ lives. The One Book, One Batavia 2020 selection. […]

Books Between Bites: They Called Us Enemy...
on January 18, 2020 at 4:13 am
When: Thursday, February 20, 2020 - 12:00 PM - 1:00 PMPresented by Ellen Huxtable. Registration is not required. Bring a lunch or purchase one at Chapters to enjoy during the program.

Silent Book Club
on January 18, 2020 at 4:13 am
When: Monday, February 24, 2020 - 6:30 PM - 8:30 PMDo you need a break? How about a happy hour for introverts? Bring a book, eBook reader, or Playaway to our first Silent Book Club gathering and read quietly with other book lovers. Pick up a Silent Reading Club button at one of the service desks […]

Youth Programs

Kids Programs

Baby & Tot Storytime
on January 18, 2020 at 4:13 am
When: Friday, January 17, 2020 - 10:00 AM - 10:00 AMBabies and tots through 35 months with a caregiverDrop in for songs, rhymes, and stories. We ask that care arrangements be made outside of class for older siblings. No registration required. Entry tickets will be given out 20 minutes before the […]

Baby Storytime - Walkers
on January 18, 2020 at 4:13 am
When: Friday, January 17, 2020 - 11:00 AM - 11:00 AMInfants through 23 months with a caregiverInfants who are already walking will enjoy this interactive program which includes songs, nursery rhymes, finger plays, games, and book sharing. Due to the interactive nature of this program, it is […]

Preschool Drop-In Storytime
on January 18, 2020 at 4:13 am
When: Friday, January 17, 2020 - 1:00 PM - 1:00 PMAges 3-6Younger siblings welcome. An adult must accompany children under the age of 4 years. No registration required.

Chess Saturday
on January 18, 2020 at 4:13 am
When: Saturday, January 18, 2020 - 2:00 PM - 3:00 PMAges 6 and olderStudents, teens, and adults of all skill levels are welcome to join us for an hour of play. No registration required.