Youth Programming
- Winter Reading Program Begins
Saturday, January 3rd, 2026
All Day
In-Person Event
All AgesOur Winter Olympic Reading Program will begin. Register online or at the reference desk, all ages. Children who have someone read to them must listen to 5 books/week, ages 6 - 11 who read themselves must read 1/week, teens must read 30 minutes/week to get a prize. Program runs through January and February. Go for the Gold!
- Light Up the Sky
Saturday, January 3rd, 2026
2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 6 - 11 REGISTRATION REQUIREDCome learn about the Northern Lights and then "light up the sky" creating your own picture of the Aurora Borealis. Register for this event online.
- Music & Movement: Babies
Monday, January 5th, 2026
10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 23 Months & Under REGISTRATION ENCOURAGEDJoin our fun and joyful time with your little ones as we listen to music while learning some basic movements and multisensory activities designed to delight your baby or toddler. Register for this event online.
- Music & Movement: Toddlers & Preschool
Monday, January 5th, 2026
11:15 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 2 - 5 REGISTRATION ENCOURAGEDJoin our fun and joyful time with your little ones as we listen to music while learning some basic movements and multisensory activities designed to delight your baby or toddler. Register for this event online.
- Snowflakes
Tuesday, January 6th, 2026
4:00 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 6 - 11 REGISTRATION REQUIREDHear stories about snow and then make your own special snowflake to take home. Register for this event online.
- Toddler Story Time
Wednesday, January 7th, 2026
10:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 3½ & Under REGISTRATION ENCOURAGEDCome in for an enjoyable hour filled with New Year stories, exciting sing-alongs, finger plays, and a craft. Siblings welcome. Register for this event online.
- Preschool Story Time
Wednesday, January 7th, 2026
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 3½ - 5 REGISTRATION ENCOURAGEDCome in for an enjoyable hour filled with New Year stories, exciting sing-alongs, finger plays, and a craft. Register for this event online.
- Chess
Saturday, January 10th, 2026
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 10 - 18 REGISTRATION REQUIREDCome enjoy an afternoon of learning the game or practicing your skill. Register for this event online.
- Teens Connect: Tye Dye T-Shirts
Saturday, January 10th, 2026
2:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 12 - 18 REGISTRATION REQUIREDBring your own white t-shirt and we will supply the dye and rubber bands. If you forget the shirt, we will have a bandana. Register for this event online.
- Music & Movement: Babies
Monday, January 12th, 2026
10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 23 Months & Under REGISTRATION ENCOURAGEDJoin our fun and joyful time with your little ones as we listen to music while learning some basic movements and multisensory activities designed to delight your baby or toddler. Register for this event online.
- Music & Movement: Toddlers & Preschool
Monday, January 12th, 2026
11:15 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 2 - 5 REGISTRATION ENCOURAGEDJoin our fun and joyful time with your little ones as we listen to music while learning some basic movements and multisensory activities designed to delight your baby or toddler. Register for this event online.
- Homeschool Hub: Sled & Slope
Tuesday, January 13th, 2026
10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 6 - 11 REGISTRATION REQUIREDDesign and build your own little sled to test on our slopes. How far will it go? Register for this event online.
- Toddler Story Time
Wednesday, January 14th, 2026
10:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 3½ & Under REGISTRATION ENCOURAGEDCome in for an enjoyable hour filled with stories about Animal Tracks, exciting sing-alongs, finger plays, and a craft. Siblings welcome. Register for this event online.
- Preschool Story Time
Wednesday, January 14th, 2026
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 3½ - 5 REGISTRATION ENCOURAGEDCome in for an enjoyable hour filled with stories about Animal Tracks, exciting sing-alongs, finger plays, and a craft. Register for this event online.
- Grand Story Time
Thursday, January 15th, 2026
10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 6 & Under REGISTRATION REQUIREDCome hear a grandparent read a few stories, learn nursery rhymes, and do a craft. Register for this event online.
- Paws to Read
Saturday, January 17th, 2026
10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 6 - 18+ REGISTRATION REQUIREDPaws to Read is a program where people read aloud to trained therapy dogs, which helps improve their reading skills, confidence, and attitudes toward reading. This program provides a non-judgmental and stress-free environment, as the dogs are calm, attentive listeners who don't correct mistakes, making it less intimidating for children. Bring your own book or use one of ours! All ages can register and come in for some soothing dog therapy. Register online for your preferred timeslot: 10:00 a.m.; 10:30 a.m.; 11:00 a.m.
- Our Flag's Story: 250th Anniversary
Tuesday, January 20th, 2026
4:00 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 6 - 11 REGISTRATION REQUIREDListen to how an old flag is disposed of properly. Learn the history of the American flag and then make your own. Register for this event online.
- Toddler Story Time
Wednesday, January 21st, 2026
10:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 3½ & Under REGISTRATION ENCOURAGEDCome in for an enjoyable hour filled with Ice stories, exciting sing-alongs, finger plays, and a craft. There will be a special guest for both story times to talk about the Dolly Parton Imagination Library. Siblings welcome. Register for this event online.
- Preschool Story Time
Wednesday, January 21st, 2026
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 3½ - 5 REGISTRATION ENCOURAGEDCome in for an enjoyable hour filled with Ice stories, exciting sing-alongs, finger plays, and a craft. There will be a special guest for both story times to talk about the Dolly Parton Imagination Library. Register for this event online.
- Grand Story Time
Thursday, January 22nd, 2026
10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 6 & Under REGISTRATION REQUIREDCome hear a grandparent read a few stories, learn nursery rhymes, and do a craft. Register for this event online.
- Heroes of the Garden: Wee Ones
Friday, January 23rd, 2026
3:00 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 3 - 5 (With Guardian) REGISTRATION REQUIREDCome hear stories about the heroes of the garden. Are they working in the winter? How do they help? The Master Gardeners will have hands-on activities as they present the "Heroes". Register for this event online.
- Heroes of the Garden: Elementary Green Thumbs
Friday, January 23rd, 2026
4:00 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 6 - 11 REGISTRATION REQUIREDCome hear stories about the heroes of the garden. Are they working in the winter? How do they help? The Master Gardeners will have hands-on activities as they present the "Heroes". Register for this event online.
- Squirrel Appreciation Day: Tales & Tails
Saturday, January 24th, 2026
11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Off-Site Event | Shenandoah River State Park, 350 Daughter of Stars Drive, Bentonville
Ages 5 - 10 REGISTRATION REQUIREDCome listen to a sto-- Squirrel! Sorry. Come hear a story about squirrels, do some crafts, and go on a scavenger hunt at Shenandoah River State Park, the Discovery Center, to find squirrels and their nests. Register for this event online.
- Press Play
Saturday, January 24th, 2026
2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 12 - 18 REGISTRATION REQUIREDCome enjoy an afternoon of playing Nintendo video games! Register for this event online.
- Music & Movement: Babies
Monday, January 26th, 2026
10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 23 Months & Under REGISTRATION ENCOURAGEDJoin our fun and joyful time with your little ones as we listen to music while learning some basic movements and multisensory activities designed to delight your baby or toddler. Register for this event online.
- Music & Movement: Toddlers & Preschool
Monday, January 26th, 2026
11:15 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 2 - 5 REGISTRATION ENCOURAGEDJoin our fun and joyful time with your little ones as we listen to music while learning some basic movements and multisensory activities designed to delight your baby or toddler. Register for this event online.
- Homeschool Hub: Snowball Launcher
Tuesday, January 27th, 2026
10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 6 - 11 REGISTRATION REQUIREDLearn about potential and kinetic energy as we design and test a snowball launcher. Register for this event online.
- Toddler Story Time
Wednesday, January 28th, 2026
10:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 3½ & Under REGISTRATION ENCOURAGEDCome in for an enjoyable hour filled with Hibernation stories, exciting sing-alongs, finger plays, and a craft. Siblings welcome. Register for this event online.
- Read with the Sheriff Preschool Story Time
Wednesday, January 28th, 2026
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 3½ - 5 REGISTRATION ENCOURAGEDThis week we will have a special guest from the Sheriff’s office! Come in for an enjoyable hour filled with Hibernation stories, exciting sing-alongs, finger plays, and a craft. Register for this event online.
- Grand Story Time
Thursday, January 29th, 2026
10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
In-Person Event
Ages 6 & Under REGISTRATION REQUIREDCome hear a grandparent read a few stories, learn nursery rhymes, and do a craft. Register for this event online.