Batavia Public Library

International Snack Challenge for Teens at Batavia Public Library

Tue, Nov 17, 4:00 PM

Batavia library renovation starts in November, and the building stays open

A 12-month renovation begins in early November. The Lower Level is closed, Youth Services is upstairs, and some programs are meeting around town.

Senior discounts and free days for older adults in the Tri-Cities

Park district memberships starting at $15 a year, a 20% program discount in Geneva, free library home delivery and more for older adults in St. Charles, Geneva and Batavia.

Indoor play spots for kids in the Tri-Cities this winter

Toddler open gyms, a trampoline park, drop-in turf, bowling and library play spaces in St. Charles, Geneva and Batavia, with published hours and prices.

Winter break 2026 camps for kids in St. Charles, Geneva and Batavia

Nature camp, farm camp, day-off field trips and more over winter break, with the dates, ages, prices and registration deadlines the park districts have posted.

Free stuff your Tri-Cities library card gets you

Museum passes, streaming apps, ukuleles, cake pans and VHS converters. Here is what the St. Charles, Geneva and Batavia libraries lend for free.

Free winter fun in the Tri-Cities: skating, sledding and more

Outdoor rinks, sled hills, a free nature center and library museum passes give St. Charles, Geneva and Batavia families plenty to do this winter for little or no money.

Batavia holiday season 2026: lights, Santa and shopping dates

From the Holiday Lantern Walk downtown to the Celebration of Lights on the Riverwalk, here are the Batavia holiday dates confirmed for November and December 2026.