Youth & Family Programs

Programs followed by ** require registration. Story times no longer require registration. However, you can still register in order to receive reminder emails. Visit our online calendar to register or sign up for emails.

We strive to make programs accessible for everyone. If your child needs extra support to attend a program, please let us know by emailing youthservices@ivpl.org.

Caregivers of children ages 9 and under must remain in the room during the program and caregivers of children ages 10-12 must remain in the library during the program.

Preschool Programs

Please note: There are no storytimes on Wednesday, November 19.

Babies Boogie Storytime (Ages birth - 24 months)

Mondays at 9:15 AM

January 5-February 9

March 9-May 11

Wednesdays at 10:15 AM

January 7-February 18

March 11-May 13

Community Room

Stories, songs, and bounces for children ages birth to 24 months, followed by time to play and socialize. Siblings welcome.

Pajama Storytime (Youth of all ages)

Tuesdays at 6:30 PM - New Time!

January 13 & 27, February 10 & 24, March 10 & 24, April 7 & 21

Storyhour Room

Stories, songs, and movement activities before bedtime for children of all ages! Pajamas welcome (not required).

Hop, Skip, Jump (Ages 3-5)

Tuesdays at 11 AM

January 6 & 20, February 3 & 17, March 3, 17 & 31, April 14 & 28

Community Room

Dance, jump, stretch, balance! There are so many fun ways we can stay active and have fun. Every other week we'll explore a different game or activity, such as yoga, dance, or parachute play.

Teddy Bear Storytime (Age 2)

Wednesdays at 9:30 AM

January 7-February 18

March 11-May 13

Community Room

Stories, songs, and movement activities for 2-year-old children. Bring a stuffed toy from home, or use one of ours. Siblings welcome.

Preschool Capers (Ages 3-5)

Wednesdays at 11 AM

January 7-February 18

March 11-May 13

Community Room

Stories, songs, mysteries, and adventures for youth ages 3-5. Siblings are welcome.

ABC Learn with Me (Birth-3)

Fridays at 10:30 AM

January 9, 16, 23 & 30 and February 6

During this 5 week course, parents and their young children are invited to come to the library for 45 minutes of play followed by some songs. During play time, experts from local organizations will be on hand to answer questions about a different area of early childhood development each week. Areas of learning include early literacy, speech and language, nutrition, early childhood development, and movement. Registration is required for the series and participants are encouraged to attend all five weeks. Registration starts December 26.

Registration link

Making Spring Flowers (Ages 1-5)

Wednesday, February 25 at 10AM

Community Room

Get ready for spring by designing flowers, trees, and more. This program is intended for ages 1-5 and will have crafts designed for that age group, but siblings and adults are welcome to join in on the fun. No registration required.

Wee Build (Ages 0-5)

Wednesday, March 4 at 10AM

Storyhour Room

Stop into the Children’s Room for some free play with preschool-friendly building toys. No registration required.

Family & All Ages Programs

Beginner’s Chess

Wednesday at 6:30 PM

Lewis McLean Reading Room

Learn how to play chess and hone your skills! All ages are welcome; however, adult supervision is required for players under 13.

Beginners’ Chess Tournament

Saturday, January 10 at 11 AM

Community Room & Lewis McLean Reading Room

Beginning players of all ages are invited to join us for Indian Valley Public Library's Beginner's Chess Tournament. The event will begin at 11 AM. Registration is required for all competitors.

Registration link

Crafternoons (Youth of all ages)

Tuesdays at 5 PM

January 15, February 10, March 10, April 14

Community Room

We provide the supplies; you provide the imagination. Art, inventions, building, and more. Stop by the library to see what you can make from the supplies provided. If you need inspiration, we will also provide you with an optional individual or team challenge. Creative fun for makers of all ages and abilities (adults too!). No registration required.

Mini-Golf at the Library

Saturday, January 17

10 AM to 2 PM*

Bring your family and friends for a fun round of mini-golf inside the library! No registration required. A great way to celebrate the new year at the library!

This popular event can get busy, so other activities will be available if you need to wait.

*NOTE: Last round begins at 1:30 PM.

Crafternoons: Winter Crafts (All ages)

Wednesday, January 28 at 2 PM

Community Room

Stop by the library to make winter themed crafts with a variety of materials. Crafters of all ages are welcome. No registration required.

Take Your Child to the Library: Building Big and Small

Saturday, February 7 at 10 AM

Community Room

It’s Take Your Child to the Library Day! The library is a great place to play all year long. Stop by the library to build with a variety of materials both big and small. This is a great program for Autistic children and anyone whose body craves extra sensory input. This program is open to youth of all ages and abilities. No registration required.

Spring Family Book Bingo (All ages)

Friday, March 6 at 2 PM

Community Room

Stop by the library to play bingo for book vending machine tokens or book sale bucks. All ages and abilities are welcome. Space is limited and registration opens on February 20. Registration link

School Aged Programs

Pokémon Club (Youth ages 5+)

Mondays at 4 PM

January 5, February 2, March 27, April 6

Tuesdays at 5 PM

January 20, February 17, March 17, April 21

Community Room

Stop by the library to meet up with other Pokémon fans to trade cards, talk about the game and the show, play the card game, and complete a craft or other activity. The library has a small number of cards available to trade but participants are encouraged to bring their own decks. (The Library is not responsible for lost or damaged cards). No registration required.

Lego Club (Youth ages 5+)

Tuesdays at 5 PM

January 6, February 2, March 2, April 7

Mondays at 4 PM

January 26

Community Room

Stop by the library to complete our monthly challenge or just have some free building time. No registration required. For safety reasons, preschoolers MUST be accompanied by an adult.

Ruff, Ruff and Read (Youth ages 5+)

Saturdays, January 24, February 28, March 28, April 25

10 minute time slots between 10:30 and 11:30 AM

Community Room

Independent readers are invited to come and read to a therapy dog. Register in advance to get a guaranteed 10 minute time slot. Depending on volunteer and dog availability, a small number of walk-in spaces may also be available. Registration is required and starts 2 weeks before the date of the program. Visit our online calendar to register.

Program Calendar Page Link

Introduction to Magic (Youth ages 5+)

Thursday, January 8 at 4:30 PM

Community Room

Calling all magicians in training: join us at the library to learn new tricks and practice ones you already know. Talk magic and learn something new with a local teen magician. Please bring a deck of cards and/or any magic supplies/kits you have at home. Registration is required and starts on December 26.

Registration link

World Explorers Club (Youth Ages 10+)

Sunday, January 11 at 2 PM

Community Room

Explore cultures and geography from around the world through trivia, games, crafts and other hands-on activities. This month, we will explore the country of Peru. Registration is required and opens December 29.

Registration link

Interested in sharing about your own culture? We would love help from individuals with lived experience. Email youthservices@ivpl.org if you would like to participate.

STEAM Explorers: Cardboard Creators (Ages 8-12)

Tuesday, February 24 at 5 PM

Community Room

What can you create with cardboard, tape and other craft supplies? Grab an idea card for extra inspiration or just build whatever you want. Cardboard safe cutting tools will be provided. Registration opens February 10.

Registration link

STEAM Explorers: Snap Circuits (Ages 8-12)

Tuesday, March 24 at 5 PM

Community Room

Explore the world of electricity with hands-on activities featuring snap circuits. Work in a small group to complete projects using circuits and electricity. Space is limited and registration is required. Registration opens March 10.

Registration link

STEAM Explorers: Marble Runs (Ages 8-12)

Tuesday, April 28 at 5 PM

Community Room

Explore the world of offline computing with Turing Tumbler Kits. During this hands-on program, we will work in pairs to solve logic programs and get marbles to complete a maze. Space is limited and registration is required. Registration opens April 14.

Registration link