• Create & Play Hour: Grades K–5

    Beat the boredom blues at the library during our Create & Play Hour! We’re cleaning out the craft closet and putting all our odds and ends, leftover supplies, and mystery materials out for kids to get crafty and creative. Build, glue, design—anything goes! We’ll also ...more

  • Story Time (Pre-K): Reindeer

    Join us for Story Time—designed especially for Pre-K kids and their grown-ups!Each Friday from 9:30 to 10:00 a.m., we explore a fun new theme through stories and hands-on crafts that spark creativity and learning. What to Expect: Themed Story Time: Listen to an engaging story ...more

  • Holiday Movie Afternoon (ages 6 & up): The Polar Express

    All aboard! Kids ages 6 & up are invited to join us for a cozy holiday movie afternoon at the library as we watch The Polar Express. We’ll have hot chocolate and popcorn ready, and everyone can pile onto the floor together for a fun, ...more

  • Polar Express Movie Matinee

    All aboard! Join us at the Valentine Public Library for a cozy showing of The Polar Express. We’ll be serving hot chocolate and popcorn, so come ready to sip, snack, and settle in for this holiday favorite. You are welcome to bring a warm throw ...more

  • Story Time (Pre-K): Whales

    Join us for Story Time—designed especially for Pre-K kids and their grown-ups!Each Friday from 9:30 to 10:00 a.m., we explore a fun new theme through stories and hands-on crafts that spark creativity and learning. What to Expect: Themed Story Time: Listen to an engaging story ...more

  • STEAM Activity: Doodling Shake Bots (Grades 3 & Up)

    Get ready for a hands-on STEAM adventure! Kids in grades 3 and up are invited to build their very own doodling shake bots—simple little robots that wiggle, shake, and create awesome designs all on their own. We’ll explore creativity, problem-solving, and a bit of science ...more

  • Bingo at the Library!

    Ready to shout BINGO!? Join us at the Valentine Public Library for an all-ages Bingo hour filled with laughter, a little friendly competition, and fun prizes! This time slot is usually our craft hour for kids in grades K and up, but today we’re mixing ...more

  • Story Time (Pre-K): Snowman

    Join us for Story Time—designed especially for Pre-K kids and their grown-ups!Each Friday from 9:30 to 10:00 a.m., we explore a fun new theme through stories and hands-on crafts that spark creativity and learning. What to Expect: Themed Story Time: Listen to an engaging story ...more

  • STEAM with 4-H: Potato & Lemon Power! (Grades 3 & Up)

    Join us and Blair Speck, 4-H Educator, for an exciting hands-on STEAM adventure! We’ll discover how everyday items like potatoes and lemons can make electricity. Kids will learn a little science, do a little experimenting, and have a whole lot of fun as we explore ...more

  • Craft Hour (Grades K-5): Chalk Pastel Snowglobes

    Kids in grades K–5 are invited to join us for a magical winter-themed craft hour! This week, we’re creating chalk pastel snowglobe pictures—bright, colorful, and full of snowy fun. We’ll provide all the supplies and guidance, so kids can let their creativity shine and take ...more