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Create a Quilt: 250th Anniversary

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
White Meeting Room A at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Education, Literacy
Age Group:
Elementary Age Children

 Help us create a community quilt to celebrate America’s 250th birthday! Decorate your own paper square, and see your artwork displayed in the library this March.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room A
Age Group: Elementary Age Children
Program Type: Crafts, Education, Literacy
Registration Required
Description:

 Help us create a community quilt to celebrate America’s 250th birthday! Decorate your own paper square, and see your artwork displayed in the library this March.

This event is in the "Preschoolers" group
This event is in the "Elementary Age Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Children's Ceilidh

Friday, March 6, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
White Meeting Room A at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Education, Live Performances
Age Group:
Preschoolers, Elementary Age Children, Teens, Family

Experience the lively spirit of Scotland right here at Samuels Public Library!

Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room A
Age Group: Preschoolers, Elementary Age Children, Teens, Family
Program Type: Education, Live Performances
Description:

Experience the lively spirit of Scotland right here at Samuels Public Library!

This event is in the "Elementary Age Children" group

Global Day: Tales & Trails

Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
White Meeting Room A at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Education, Literacy, Workshops
Age Group:
Elementary Age Children

Adventure awaits in our library garden! Join us for a fun-filled scavenger hunt with Shenandoah River State Park rangers—collect treasures, craft beautiful sun catchers, and discover the importance of "Leave No Trace" and recycling.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room A
Age Group: Elementary Age Children
Program Type: Crafts, Education, Literacy, Workshops
Registration Required
Description:

Adventure awaits in our library garden! Join us for a fun-filled scavenger hunt with Shenandoah River State Park rangers—collect treasures, craft beautiful sun catchers, and discover the importance of "Leave No Trace" and recycling.

This event is in the "Elementary Age Children" group

Homeschool Hub: Pi Fractions

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
White Meeting Room A at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Education, S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)
Age Group:
Elementary Age Children

Children will learn about Pi (3.14) and create a pie to play with fractions.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room A
Age Group: Elementary Age Children
Program Type: Education, S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)
Registration Required
Description:

Children will learn about Pi (3.14) and create a pie to play with fractions.

This event is in the "Elementary Age Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Paws to Read

Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:15am
White Meeting Room A at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Literacy
Age Group:
Elementary Age Children, Teens, Adults

This session will run 10:00 -10:20am. Paw for Reading is a program where children read aloud to trained therapy dogs, which helps improve their reading skills, confidence, and attitudes toward reading.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room A
Age Group: Elementary Age Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Literacy
Registration Required
Description:

This session will run 10:00 -10:20am. Paw for Reading is a program where children read aloud to trained therapy dogs, which helps improve their reading skills, confidence, and attitudes toward reading.

This event is in the "Elementary Age Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Paws to Read

Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:30am
White Meeting Room A at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Literacy
Age Group:
Elementary Age Children, Teens, Adults, Family

This session will run 10:20 - 10:40am. Paw for Reading is a program where children read aloud to trained therapy dogs, which helps improve their reading skills, confidence, and attitudes toward reading.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room A
Age Group: Elementary Age Children, Teens, Adults, Family
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Literacy
Registration Required
Description:

This session will run 10:20 - 10:40am. Paw for Reading is a program where children read aloud to trained therapy dogs, which helps improve their reading skills, confidence, and attitudes toward reading.

This event is in the "Elementary Age Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Paws to Read

Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 10:45am - 11:00am
White Meeting Room A at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Literacy
Age Group:
Elementary Age Children, Teens, Adults

This session will be from 10:50 - 11:10am. Paw for Reading is a program where children read aloud to trained therapy dogs, which helps improve their reading skills, confidence, and attitudes toward reading.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room A
Age Group: Elementary Age Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Literacy
Registration Required
Description:

This session will be from 10:50 - 11:10am. Paw for Reading is a program where children read aloud to trained therapy dogs, which helps improve their reading skills, confidence, and attitudes toward reading.

This event is in the "Elementary Age Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Paws to Read

Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 11:15am - 11:30am
White Meeting Room A at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Literacy
Age Group:
Elementary Age Children, Teens, Adults, Family

This session will run 11:10 - 11:30am. Paw for Reading is a program where children read aloud to trained therapy dogs, which helps improve their reading skills, confidence, and attitudes toward reading.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room A
Age Group: Elementary Age Children, Teens, Adults, Family
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Literacy
Registration Required
Description:

This session will run 11:10 - 11:30am. Paw for Reading is a program where children read aloud to trained therapy dogs, which helps improve their reading skills, confidence, and attitudes toward reading.

This event is in the "Elementary Age Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Wings & Wonders

Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
White Meeting Room A at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Education, Literacy
Age Group:
Elementary Age Children, Teens

Join people from the Smithsonian Conservation Center as read a bird story, make a suet feeder, and get creative painting windows to keep the birds from flying into them.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room A
Age Group: Elementary Age Children, Teens
Program Type: Crafts, Education, Literacy
Registration Required
Description:

Join people from the Smithsonian Conservation Center as read a bird story, make a suet feeder, and get creative painting windows to keep the birds from flying into them.

This event is in the "Elementary Age Children" group

Homeschool Hub: Water Cycle

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
White Meeting Room A at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Education, S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)
Age Group:
Elementary Age Children

Children will work together as they go through the scientific method, experiment, gather data, and form conclusions. Hands on science activities. We will go through the water cycle.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room A
Age Group: Elementary Age Children
Program Type: Education, S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)
Registration Required
Description:

Children will work together as they go through the scientific method, experiment, gather data, and form conclusions. Hands on science activities. We will go through the water cycle.

This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group
This event is in the "Elementary Age Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Easter Egg Hunt

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Crafts, Literacy, Live Performances, Story Times
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary Age Children, Teens, Adults, Family

Hop into spring with us! Join Samuels Public Library and Warren County Parks & Rec for a fun-filled day featuring a storytime, creative crafts, an exciting egg hunt, and a special visit from the Easter Bunny!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary Age Children, Teens, Adults, Family
Program Type: Crafts, Literacy, Live Performances, Story Times
Description:

Hop into spring with us! Join Samuels Public Library and Warren County Parks & Rec for a fun-filled day featuring a storytime, creative crafts, an exciting egg hunt, and a special visit from the Easter Bunny!

This event is in the "Elementary Age Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Forest Lanterns

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
White Meeting Room A at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts
Age Group:
Elementary Age Children, Teens

 Listen to enchanting stories and design your own glowing lantern using alcohol and ink—perfect for ages 8-14. Don’t miss this magical morning of art and imagination! 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room A
Age Group: Elementary Age Children, Teens
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Description:

 Listen to enchanting stories and design your own glowing lantern using alcohol and ink—perfect for ages 8-14. Don’t miss this magical morning of art and imagination! 

This event is in the "Elementary Age Children" group

Life of a Frog

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
White Meeting Room A at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Education, Literacy
Age Group:
Elementary Age Children

Hear some silly frog stories and learn about the different stages they go through in life. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room A
Age Group: Elementary Age Children
Program Type: Crafts, Education, Literacy
Registration Required
Description:

Hear some silly frog stories and learn about the different stages they go through in life. 

This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschoolers" group
This event is in the "Elementary Age Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Story Walk at Eastham Park

Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Off Site
Program Type:
Crafts, Education, Literacy
Age Group:
Babies, Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary Age Children, Teens, Adults, Family

Join the Anti-Litter Council of Warren County at Eastham Park for the unveiling of our newest Story Walk book: Earth Ninja by Mary Nhin!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Babies, Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary Age Children, Teens, Adults, Family
Program Type: Crafts, Education, Literacy
Description:

Join the Anti-Litter Council of Warren County at Eastham Park for the unveiling of our newest Story Walk book: Earth Ninja by Mary Nhin!

This event is in the "Elementary Age Children" group

Homeschool Hub: "Egg" Plants

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
White Meeting Room A at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Education, S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)
Age Group:
Elementary Age Children

Children will work together as they go through the scientific method, experiment, gather data, and form conclusions. Hands on science activities. Discover what plants need to grow and plant your own seeds, in an egg!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room A
Age Group: Elementary Age Children
Program Type: Education, S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)
Registration Required
Description:

Children will work together as they go through the scientific method, experiment, gather data, and form conclusions. Hands on science activities. Discover what plants need to grow and plant your own seeds, in an egg!

This event is in the "Elementary Age Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Paws to Read

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:15am
White Meeting Room A at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Literacy
Age Group:
Elementary Age Children, Teens, Adults

This session will run 10:00 -10:20am. Paw for Reading is a program where children read aloud to trained therapy dogs, which helps improve their reading skills, confidence, and attitudes toward reading.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room A
Age Group: Elementary Age Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Literacy
Registration Required
Description:

This session will run 10:00 -10:20am. Paw for Reading is a program where children read aloud to trained therapy dogs, which helps improve their reading skills, confidence, and attitudes toward reading.

This event is in the "Elementary Age Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Paws to Read

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:30am
White Meeting Room A at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Literacy
Age Group:
Elementary Age Children, Teens, Adults

This session will run 10:20 - 10:40am. Paw for Reading is a program where children read aloud to trained therapy dogs, which helps improve their reading skills, confidence, and attitudes toward reading.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room A
Age Group: Elementary Age Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Literacy
Registration Required
Description:

This session will run 10:20 - 10:40am. Paw for Reading is a program where children read aloud to trained therapy dogs, which helps improve their reading skills, confidence, and attitudes toward reading.

This event is in the "Elementary Age Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Paws to Read

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 10:45am - 11:00am
White Meeting Room A at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Literacy
Age Group:
Elementary Age Children, Teens, Adults

This session will be from 10:50 - 11:10am.  Paw for Reading is a program where children read aloud to trained therapy dogs, which helps improve their reading skills, confidence, and attitudes toward reading.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room A
Age Group: Elementary Age Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Literacy
Registration Required
Description:

This session will be from 10:50 - 11:10am.  Paw for Reading is a program where children read aloud to trained therapy dogs, which helps improve their reading skills, confidence, and attitudes toward reading.

This event is in the "Elementary Age Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Paws to Read

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 11:15am - 11:30am
White Meeting Room A at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Literacy
Age Group:
Elementary Age Children, Teens

This session will run 11:10 - 11:30am. Paw for Reading is a program where children read aloud to trained therapy dogs, which helps improve their reading skills, confidence, and attitudes toward reading.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room A
Age Group: Elementary Age Children, Teens
Program Type: Literacy
Registration Required
Description:

This session will run 11:10 - 11:30am. Paw for Reading is a program where children read aloud to trained therapy dogs, which helps improve their reading skills, confidence, and attitudes toward reading.

This event is in the "Elementary Age Children" group

2.50 Million Acts of Science

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
White Meeting Room A at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Education, Literacy
Age Group:
Elementary Age Children

We will join the nation wide initiative, for our 250th anniversary,  connecting people to real-world research by contributing observations, analyzing data, and more to advance science while celebrating America's history and future innovation.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room A
Age Group: Elementary Age Children
Program Type: Crafts, Education, Literacy
Registration Required
Description:

We will join the nation wide initiative, for our 250th anniversary,  connecting people to real-world research by contributing observations, analyzing data, and more to advance science while celebrating America's history and future innovation.

This event is in the "Elementary Age Children" group

The Batty Bunch: Tales & Trails

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Crafts, Education, Health & Wellness, Story Times
Age Group:
Elementary Age Children

Did you know bats and moths are amazing pollinators? Join us at Shenandoah River State Park for a hands-on adventure!

Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Elementary Age Children
Program Type: Crafts, Education, Health & Wellness, Story Times
Registration Required
Description:

Did you know bats and moths are amazing pollinators? Join us at Shenandoah River State Park for a hands-on adventure!

This event is in the "Elementary Age Children" group

Homeschool Hub

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
White Meeting Room A at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Education, S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)
Age Group:
Elementary Age Children

Children will work together as they go through the scientific method, experiment, gather data, and form conclusions. Hands on science activities. This week we will learn how technology helps with farming and then make a seeding machine.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room A
Age Group: Elementary Age Children
Program Type: Education, S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)
Registration Required
Description:

Children will work together as they go through the scientific method, experiment, gather data, and form conclusions. Hands on science activities. This week we will learn how technology helps with farming and then make a seeding machine.

This event is in the "Elementary Age Children" group

"Growing" Worms

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
White Meeting Room A at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts, Education, Literacy
Age Group:
Elementary Age Children

Get ready for a wiggly, wonderful adventure! 🪱Join us to hear fun stories about worms, craft your own colorful worm friend, and watch it "grow" as we explore the amazing science of capillary action.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room A
Age Group: Elementary Age Children
Program Type: Crafts, Education, Literacy
Registration Required
Description:

Get ready for a wiggly, wonderful adventure! 🪱Join us to hear fun stories about worms, craft your own colorful worm friend, and watch it "grow" as we explore the amazing science of capillary action.

This event is in the "Elementary Age Children" group

Homeschool Hub: Hovercraft

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
White Meeting Room A at Samuels Public Library
Program Type:
Education, S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)
Age Group:
Elementary Age Children

Children will work together as they go through the scientific method, experiment, gather data, and form conclusions. Hands on science activities. This week we will explore energy and hovercrafts.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Samuels Public Library
Room: White Meeting Room A
Age Group: Elementary Age Children
Program Type: Education, S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)
Registration Required
Description:

Children will work together as they go through the scientific method, experiment, gather data, and form conclusions. Hands on science activities. This week we will explore energy and hovercrafts.