Valentine Public Library

Craft Hour: Q-Tip Flower Bouquets! Grades k-5
2025-05-15 15:45 - 16:45 (America/Chicago)
Get ready to paint a beautiful bouquet—with a twist! Kids in grades K–5 are invited to join us at the library for a fun and creative Craft Hour, where we’ll use Q-tips as paintbrushes to create colorful flower bouquet masterpieces.
This simple and unique technique makes it easy for young artists to explore color and pattern while making something they’ll be proud to take home. All supplies will be provided—just bring your creativity!
No registration required—drop in and let’s paint some petals!

Jr Robotics
2025-05-13 16:00 - 17:00, 2025-05-06 16:00 - 17:00
🤖✨ Kids in K-4th grade are invited to join us for Jr. Robotics Hour at Valentine Public Library! 🛠️🚀 This hands-on program is perfect for youth from Grace Lutheran, rural schools, homeschoolers, and others not in VES After School.
📅 Dates: May 1, May 6, May 13
🕓 Time: 4:00–5:00 PM
📍 Location: Valentine Public Library
👩‍🏫 Led by: Michelle Garwood
🤝 In partnership with UNL Extension Cherry County
No pre-registration is required—just drop in and explore the exciting world of robotics! See you there! 🚦🔧

Story-Time: Pre-K
2025-05-09 09:30 - 10:00
This Week’s Theme: Chickens!

Join us for some fun this May at the library! Our story time is designed for Pre-K kids and takes place every Friday morning from 9:30 am to 10:00 am. Each week features a unique theme, including a story and a craft activity that matches the theme.
What to Expect:

Themed Story Time: Listen to an engaging story each week.
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!

Craft Hour: Suncatcher Wind Chimes! Grades K-5
2025-05-08 15:45 - 16:45
Join us at the library for a colorful Craft Hour filled with creativity and fun! Kids in grades K–5 are invited to make their very own suncatcher wind chimes—a perfect blend of art and sound that will sparkle and jingle in the spring breeze.
We’ll provide all the supplies you need to design a unique creation that reflects your style and shines in the sunlight. Bring your imagination and get ready to craft something magical!
No registration required—just drop in and join the fun!

Story-Time: Pre-K
2025-05-02 09:30 - 10:00
This Week’s Theme: Giraffes!

Join us for some fun this May at the library! Our story time is designed for Pre-K kids and takes place every Friday morning from 9:30 am to 10:00 am. Each week features a unique theme, including a story and a craft activity that matches the theme.
What to Expect:

Themed Story Time: Listen to an engaging story each week.
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!

Jr. Robotics
2025-05-01 16:00 - 17:00

Crafting Hour: DIY Spinners!
2025-04-29 15:45 - 16:45
Kids in grades 3 and up, join us for a fun and creative craft session at the library! This time, we’re making spinners using paper and toothpicks—then decorating them with your own colorful designs.
We’ll provide all the supplies—just bring your creativity and get ready to make a one-of-a-kind spinning masterpiece to take home!
🎟 Free & all materials provided!
Bring a friend and join us for some hands-on fun! 🎨✨

SHHH! We're Reading Book Club
2025-04-28 16:00 - 17:00
Next Book Club: Let’s Discuss Restart by Gordon Korman!
Join us for the next SHHH! We’re Reading Book Club meeting, where we’ll dive into the engaging and thought-provoking novel Restart by Gordon Korman! This book follows the story of Chase Ambrose, a popular middle schooler who has lost his memory after an accident. As he tries to rebuild his life, he must navigate the consequences of his past actions and decide who he wants to be moving forward.
Come ready to discuss Chase’s journey of self-discovery, redemption, and second chances. Whether you’ve read it before or it’s your first time, it’s sure to be a lively conversation!
Grab your copy of Restart and join us for a fun discussion with fellow book lovers! 📚✨

No Pre-K Story-Time this Week!
2025-04-25
Attention, Pre-K storytime families! We wanted to let you know there will be no Pre-K storytime on Friday, April 25, 2025. But don’t worry—the library is still open and we invite you to come in, browse for books, play on the computers, enjoy the puzzles, or relax in the reading hut!
We look forward to seeing you and your little ones for our next Pre-K storytime on Friday, May 2, 2025, at 9:30 AM.
Thank you for being so understanding, and we can’t wait to see you then!

Crafting Hour: Paper Plate Dream Catchers!
2025-04-24 15:45 - 16:45
Kids in grades K-5, join us for a fun and creative craft session at the library! This time, we’re making paper plate dream catchers—a colorful and imaginative craft that’s perfect for decorating your room.
We’ll provide all the supplies, including yarn, beads, and feathers—you bring the creativity!
🎟 Free & all materials provided!
Come craft with us and design your own unique dream catcher! 🌙✨

Fidget Cube Crafting – Take Two!
2025-04-22 15:45 - 16:45
Last time, the weather didn’t cooperate, but we’re ready to try again! Kids in grades 3 and up, get ready for a fun and creative craft session at the library! Join us as we make our own fidget cubes—a perfect way to keep your hands busy and your mind focused.
We’ll provide all the supplies, so just bring your creativity and get ready to design a unique fidget cube to take home. Don’t miss out on this hands-on, stress-busting craft!
🎟 Free & all materials provided!
Bring a friend and join us for some crafting fun! 🖍✨

Board Meeting
2025-04-21 16:30 - 17:30
The regular meeting of the Valentine Public Library Board will be held on Monday, April 21, 2025, at 4:30 p.m. in the Library Meeting room to conduct any business that may properly come before them. A current agenda will be on file at the public library.

Story Time: Pre-K
2025-04-18 09:30 - 10:00
This Week’s Theme: Sheep!

Join us for some fun this April at the library! Our story time is designed for Pre-K kids and takes place every Friday morning from 9:30 am to 10:00 am. Each week features a unique theme, including a story and a craft activity that matches the theme.
What to Expect:

Themed Story Time: Listen to an engaging story each week.
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!

STEM Exploration at the Library!
2025-04-17 15:45 - 16:45, 2025-04-01 15:45 - 16:45
Valentine Public Library is excited to partner with UNL Extension Cherry County to bring you an engaging hour of STEM Exploration! Join us for hands-on activities led by Michelle Garwood, where you can dive into the world of science, technology, engineering, and math in a fun and interactive way.
This program is perfect for curious minds in grades K-5th. No RSVP is necessary—just come ready to explore, learn, and have fun!
Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to spark your imagination!

Stacey Cahill & Lisa Molina of Traffic Stop: Voices Against Human Trafficking
2025-04-15 19:00 - 20:30
Introducing Beyond the Book: A New Event Series at VPL
Join us for Beyond the Book, a new event series at the Valentine Public Library that takes the conversation beyond the pages! Each event will start with a featured book and expand on its themes through engaging presentations, hands-on activities, author visits, and more.
Our first event features Traffic Stop: Human Division by Stacy Cahill, with a powerful presentation by Stacey Cahill and Lisa Molina, co-founders of Traffic Stop: Voices Against Human Trafficking. They will shed light on the realities of human trafficking and its connection to Missing and Murdered Indigenous People (MMIP), offering vital insights into an issue that affects communities everywhere.
Stay tuned for future Beyond the Book events, where we’ll explore a variety of topics through books, discussions, and interactive experiences. Whether it’s a deep dive with an expert, a creative workshop, or an immersive tour, this series is designed to bring stories to life in new and meaningful ways.
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and explore Beyond the Book!

Crafting Hour: Easter Egg Rockets!
2025-04-15 15:45 - 16:45
Kids in grades K-5 are invited to join us for a fun and exciting crafting hour at the library! This time, we’ll be making Easter Egg Rockets—a hands-on activity that combines creativity and a little science. Using plastic eggs and a surprise ingredient, we’ll launch our rockets and watch them soar!
All supplies will be provided—just bring your curiosity and get ready for some fizzy, flying fun! 🐣🚀✨

Story Time: Pre-K
2025-04-11 09:30 - 10:00
This Week’s Theme: Kites!

Join us for some fun this April at the library! Our story time is designed for Pre-K kids and takes place every Friday morning from 9:30 am to 10:00 am. Each week features a unique theme, including a story and a craft activity that matches the theme.
What to Expect:

Themed Story Time: Listen to an engaging story each week.
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!

Celebrate National Library Week with Chalk Art!
2025-04-10 15:45 - 16:45
Join us as we celebrate National Library Week with a splash of creativity! We’re inviting patrons of all ages to help us decorate the library sidewalks with colorful chalk art. Let’s fill the pavement with book-inspired designs, fun doodles, and messages about why you love the library!
We’ll provide the chalk—you bring the creativity! Stop by, have fun, and help us brighten up the library. 🌈✨ #NationalLibraryWeek #ChalkTheLibrary

Let's Play Bingo!
2025-04-08 15:45 - 16:45
Get ready for an exciting afternoon of Bingo at the library! We’re inviting all ages to join us for a classic game full of fun, friendly competition, and prizes. Whether you’re a Bingo pro or trying it for the first time, this event is sure to be a blast for everyone!
We’ll provide everything you need—just bring your enthusiasm and get ready to mark those Bingo cards. As the numbers are called, you’ll have the chance to win some awesome prizes!
Gather your friends, enjoy a few rounds of Bingo, and see who will shout “Bingo!” first. It’s a great way to spend an afternoon, and we can’t wait to see you there!

Celebrate National Library Week with Us!
2025-04-06 - 2025-04-12
We’re celebrating National Library Week from April 6-12, and this year’s theme is “Drawn to the Library”—and we want to know, what draws you in? Whether it’s books, events, or the cozy atmosphere, we’re excited to celebrate all the things that make the library special!
We’ve got plenty of fun activities and giveaways planned throughout the week, so be sure to stay tuned and watch our social media for all the exciting details!
Come celebrate with us and discover why the library is a place for everyone! 🌟 #NationalLibraryWeek #DrawnToTheLibrary

Story Time: Pre-K
2025-04-04 09:30 - 10:00
This Week’s Theme: Rain!

Join us for some fun this April at the library! Our story time is designed for Pre-K kids and takes place every Friday morning from 9:30 am to 10:00 am. Each week features a unique theme, including a story and a craft activity that matches the theme.
What to Expect:

Themed Story Time: Listen to an engaging story each week.
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!

Crafting Hour: Make Your Own Rain Stick!
2025-04-03 15:45 - 16:45
Kids in grades K-5 are invited to join us for a fun and creative crafting hour at the library! We’ll be making rain sticks using cardboard tubes, rice, and colorful decorations. Shake them to create the soothing sound of falling rain!
All supplies will be provided—just bring your creativity! We can’t wait to craft with you! 🌧🎨✨

Story Time: Pre-K
2025-03-28 09:30 - 10:00
This Week’s Theme: Wind!

Join us for some fun this March at the library! Our story time is designed for Pre-K kids and takes place every Friday morning from 9:30 am to 10:00 am. Each week features a unique theme, including a story and a craft activity that matches the theme.
What to Expect:

Themed Story Time: Listen to an engaging story each week.
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!

Color Your Own Notepad! (Grades K & Up)
2025-03-27 15:45 - 16:45
Kids in Kindergarten and up, come join us at the library for a fun and creative craft session where you’ll color your own notepad! Get creative and make something totally unique. Perfect for doodling, jotting notes, or gifting to a friend!
We’ll provide all the materials—you just bring your imagination!
Bring a friend and come make your own custom notepad with us!

Toothpick Painting: Create Marbled Masterpieces! (3rd & Up)
2025-03-25 15:45 - 16:45
Kids in grades 3 and up, join us for a fun and creative painting session at the library! We’ll be using toothpicks to swirl and drag paint, creating unique marbled patterns on wooden shapes. No two designs are ever the same!
We’ll provide all the supplies—you just bring your imagination and get ready to experiment with color and texture in a whole new way.
🎟 Free & all materials provided!
Bring a friend and come make some colorful, one-of-a-kind art with us! 🎨💕

Board Meeting
2025-03-24 16:30 - 17:30
The regular meeting of the Valentine Public Library Board will be held on Monday, March 24, 2025, at 4:30 p.m. in the Library Meeting room to conduct any business that may properly come before them. A current agenda will be on file at the public library.

Story Time: Pre-K
2025-03-21 09:30 - 10:00
This Week’s Theme: Rainbows!

Join us for some fun this March at the library! Our story time is designed for Pre-K kids and takes place every Friday morning from 9:30 am to 10:00 am. Each week features a unique theme, including a story and a craft activity that matches the theme.
What to Expect:

Themed Story Time: Listen to an engaging story each week.
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!

Tangram Puzzle Challenge! (Grades K & Up)
2025-03-20 15:45 - 16:45
Kids in Kindergarten and up, get ready for a fun and challenging activity at the library! Join us for a Tangram Puzzle Challenge, where you’ll create your very own tangram puzzles using colorful shapes and patterns.
What’s a tangram? It’s a type of puzzle that uses seven shapes to create a variety of images and designs! We’ll provide everything you need to get started, and you’ll get to take home your very own puzzle to keep playing with.
Free & all materials provided!
Bring a friend and come discover the fun of making shapes and solving puzzles with us!
