Valentine Public Library

Craft Hour (Grades K-5): Snow Dough Snowman
2026-01-22 15:45 - 16:45 (America/Chicago)
Let it snow… indoors! Kids in grades K–5 are invited to join us for a super fun craft hour where we’ll be making our very own snow dough snowmen. This squishy, moldable “snow” is perfect for shaping, decorating, and bringing a frosty friend to life—without getting cold!
We’ll roll, stack, and add cute details to make each snowman unique. It’s creative, hands-on, and guaranteed to bring lots of smiles. Come build a snowman with us at the library!

Loom Bracelet Craft (Grades 3 & Up)
2026-01-27 15:45 - 16:45
Get ready to create something colorful and awesome! Kids in grades 3 and up are invited to join us for a hands-on craft hour making loom bracelets. We’ll twist, loop, and design our own wearable creations using bright bands and lots of creativity.
It’s fun, relaxing, and the perfect chance to make something to keep or share with a friend. Come craft with us!

Craft Hour (Grades K-5): Snowflake Bookmark
2026-01-29 15:45 - 16:45
Warm up with a cool craft! Kids in grades K–5 are invited to make their very own snowflake bookmarks using a fun foam craft kit. Each bookmark will be unique, colorful, and perfect for saving a place in their favorite winter reads.
It’s easy, creative, and a great way to add a little winter magic to reading time. Come craft with us and make something you’ll love using again and again!

Story Time (Pre-K): Snowflakes
2026-01-30 09:30 - 10:00
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 each week.
Music & Motion: Join the music fun with rhythm sticks, egg shakers, and more—perfect for wiggling and giggling!
Craft Activity: Create a fun craft related to the story’s theme.

Bring your little ones for an enjoyable and creative start to their day! And don’t rush off after story time—stay for some “Fun with Friends” time in the kid’s corner. The kids can play while their caregivers connect and socialize. It’s a wonderful opportunity to make new friends and build community bonds.
Who: all toddlers and preschool-aged children accompanied by an adult are welcome!
Date and Time: Every Friday, 9:30 am – 10:00 am
We look forward to seeing you and your little ones here!

Try-It Tuesdays (Grades 3-8)
2026-02-03 15:45 - 16:45
‘Try-It Tuesdays’ invites kids in grades 3–8 to stop by the library each Tuesday from 3:45–4:45 pm and dive into something new. Each week brings a different activity, from creative crafts and games to STEM projects and experiments. There’s no cost to attend and all supplies are provided.
Come solo or bring a friend—no registration needed, just curiosity and a willingness to try it!

Story Time (Pre-K): Winter Olympics
2026-02-06 09:30 - 10:00

Try It Tuesdays (Grades 3-8)
2026-02-10 15:45 - 16:45, 2026-02-17 15:45 - 16:45, 2026-02-24 15:45 - 16:45
Try-It Tuesdays invites kids in grades 3–8 to stop by the library each Tuesday from 3:45–4:45 pm and dive into something new. Each week brings a different activity, from creative crafts and games to STEM projects and experiments. There’s no cost to attend and all supplies are provided.
Come solo or bring a friend—no registration needed, just curiosity and a willingness to try it!

Junior Explorers (K-5)
2026-02-12 15:45 - 16:45
Join us at the library every Thursday for an hour of creativity and exploration just for kids in grades K–5. Each week features a different activity, with options ranging from crafts and games to simple science and STEM experiments.
All supplies are provided, there is no cost to attend, and no registration is required—just come ready to have fun and try something new.

Story Time (Pre-K): Valentine's Day Lion
2026-02-13 09:30 - 10:00

Junior Explorers (Grades K-5)
2026-02-19 15:45 - 16:45, 2026-02-26 15:45 - 16:45

Story Time (Pre-K): Polar Bears
2026-02-27 09:30 - 10:00

Try It Tuesdays (Grade 3-8): Perler Beads
2026-03-17 15:45 - 16:45

Junior Explorers (Grades K-5): 3D Rainbow Art
2026-03-19 15:45 - 16:45

Junior Explorers (Grades K-5): Paper Rainbow Tornado
2026-03-26 15:45 - 16:45

Try It Tuesdays (Grades 3-8): Melted Crayon Jewelry
2026-03-31 15:45 - 16:45

Egg-cellent April Fools Hunt
2026-04-01
Something silly is hiding in the library… On April 1st, we’re filling the shelves, corners, and cozy spots with colorful eggs—each one packed with a piece of candy and a joke guaranteed to crack you up! Stop in, search high and low, and see if you can find one before they’re all gone. Who knows where they might be hiding…Ready to hunt? We’ll be waiting! *one per person please

Junior Explorers (Grades K-5): Butterfly Chalk Art
2026-04-02 15:45 - 16:45

Try It Tuesdays (Grades 3-8): Yarn Weaving
2026-04-07 15:45 - 16:45

Junior Explorers (Grades K-5): Paper Squishy
2026-04-09 15:45 - 16:45

Story Time (Pre-K): Unicorns
2026-04-10 09:30 - 10:00

Try It Tuesdays (Grades 3-8): Solar Powered Fans
2026-04-14 15:45 - 16:45

Gear Up for Summer: One-Stop Sign-Up!
2026-04-16 16:00 - 17:30
Get ready for summer! Join us at the library to sign up for Valentine youth summer activities. Meet with local organization representatives and check this off your to-do list in one easy stop!

Story Time (Pre-K): Ducks
2026-04-17 09:30 - 10:00

Try It Tuesday (Grades 3-8): Lab-erscopic with UNL Extension
2026-04-21 15:45 - 16:45

Junior Explorers (Grades K-5): Cherry Blossom Painting
2026-04-23 15:45 - 16:45

Try It Tuesdays (Grades 3-8): Nature Sun Catcher Craft
2026-04-28 15:45 - 16:45

Story Time (Pre-K): "Bee" Kind
2026-05-01 09:30 - 10:00
