YOUTH AND 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

November 3-December 15

January 5-February 9

Wednesdays at 10:15 AM

November 5-December 17 (Except November 19)

January 7-February 18

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 7 PM

November 4 & 18, December 2, 16 & 30, January 13 & 27, February 10 & 24

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

November 11 & 25, December 9 & 23, January 6 & 20, February 3 & 17

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

November 5-December 17 (Except November 19)

January 7-February 18

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

November 5-December 17 (Except November 19)

January 7-February 18

Community Room

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

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.

Fun with Cows (Youth of all ages)

Tuesday, November 4 at 2 PM

Community Room

This fall, the Indian Valley Public Library is partnering with the Center for Dairy Excellence to Adopt a Calf from a local dairy farm. We also adopted a cute stuffed cow that will live at the library. Stop by the library to meet our stuffed cow and vote to give her a name. We will also do some other fun cow related activities. Youth of all ages and abilities are welcome. No registration required.

Create Space (Youth of all ages)

Tuesdays, November 18 & December 16 at 5 PM

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.

Fall Family Book Bingo (Youth of All ages)

Wednesday, November 26 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. Walk-ins are welcome but registration is recommended in order to guarantee we have enough bingo cards. Space is limited and registration opens on Wednesday, November 12. Registration link.

School’s Out Movie Matinee: Live Action Lilo & Stitch (All ages)

Friday, December 26 at 2 PM

Community Room

Stop by the library for a movie in a relaxed atmosphere. No registration required.

Winter Family Book Bingo (Youth of All ages)

Monday, December 29 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. Walk-ins are welcome but registration is recommended in order to guarantee we have enough bingo cards. Space is limited and registration opens on December 15.

Crafternoons (Youth of all ages)

Tuesdays at 5 PM

January 15 & February 10

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.

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.

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.

School Aged Programs

Lego Club (Youth ages 5+)

Tuesdays, November 4, December 2 & January 6 at 5 PM

Mondays, November 24, December 22 & January 26 at 4 PM

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.

Pokémon Club (Youth ages 5+)

Mondays, November 3, December 1, January 5 & February 2 at 4 PM

Tuesdays, November 25, December 23, January 20 & February 17 at 5 PM

Community Room

Stop by the library to meet up with other Pokemon 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. Have Pokemon cards you no longer need? Consider donating them to the library.

Ruff, Ruff and Read (Youth ages 5+)

Saturdays, November 22, December 27, January 24 & February 28

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

School-Age Dungeons & Dragons (Youth 8-12)

Tuesday, December 30 at 2 PM

Community Room

Adventure and mystery awaits in this program as we explore the tabletop game Dungeons & Dragons. Together, we will venture through mystical forests and perform daring escapes.

For this program, the game is adjusted to suit younger adventurers with simplified rules and preprepared characters. All necessary materials will be provided by the library. This program will run from 2-4PM with the story coming to a close within that time. Youth 9 and under must have a guardian remain in the room. Registration is required and opens December 9.

Registration link

World Explorers Club (Youth Ages 10+)

Sundays, November 9, December 14, January 11 & February 8 at 2 PM

Community Room

Explore cultures and geography from around the world through trivia, games, crafts, food and other hands-on activities. No registration required. Please note: if you have food allergies, please email youthservices@ivpl.org before attending.

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.

November: Explore Australia and New Zealand

December, January, February: Topics TBD

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