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Teen Programs

Teen Programs

  • ONLINE--Among Us
    on July 31, 2021 at 11:51 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. We’ll 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 11:51 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 11:51 am

    When: Wednesday, August 11, 2021 - 6:00 PM - 8:00 PMTeens and young adults of all abilities—and their families and friends—are 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 11:51 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 11:51 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 11:51 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 11:51 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 11:51 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 11:51 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 11:51 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 11:51 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 11:51 am

    When: Monday, August 16, 2021 - All DayAll agesPick up a take home craft activity in the Youth Services Department. No registration required.