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Innovation Lab Jr Launch!
Apr
1
to Apr 30
Babies & Preschool, Elementary, Families, Middle & High School

Innovation Lab Jr Launch!

Get ready for blast-off this April at Bateman Library! We're celebrating Month of the Military Child with the launch of our very own Innovation Lab Jr!

This engaging and tactile space is like a mini-museum where kids can dive into STEAM through hands-on fun!  Get ready to explore the wonders of gravity on our magnetic wall with gears & ramps, light up your creativity with pixel peg light tables, and so much more!

Teens, gear up! We've got epic new game zones featuring a touch-screen table, VR headsets, and PS5 open play.

Mark your calendars! This April, Bateman Library is the place to be for unforgettable fun and learning! Questions? Call 757-764-2906 or e-mail langleyafblibrary@gmail.com.

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Design a READ Poster Contest (Apr 1-30)
Apr
1
to Apr 30
Middle & High School, Babies & Preschool, Elementary, Active Duty, Adults

Design a READ Poster Contest (Apr 1-30)

Design your own READ poster and enter for a chance for your design to be printed and displayed in the Bateman Library!

We will choose one winner from each of the four age groups: K-2nd, 3rd-5th, 6th-12th, Adults / Squadrons. To submit your poster, include with the artist’s name, grade, and contact phone number and either drop off at the front desk during opening hours or email you submission to langleyafblibrary@gmail.com.

Posters must 22”x28” (the size of an average poster board) and portrait layout. Participants will photograph their work and e-mail to langleyafblibrary@gmail.com.

Get creative! Create your photos with digital art, mixed media, drawings, you name it! Need help with your design? Visit the American Library Association’s Design Studio: https://alastore.ala.org/read-design-studio.

Submissions must not contain obscenity, explicit sexual material, nudity, profanity, graphic violence, calls or incitement to violence, commercial solicitation or commercial promotion. Submissions must conform to local law and must not contain content or images that could be considered abusive, inflammatory, denigrating, or disrespectful to any groups, individuals or institutions.

Questions? Call 757-764-2906 or e-mail langleyafblibrary@gmail.com.

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Homeschool Hangout
Dec
14
1:00 PM13:00
Babies & Preschool, Middle & High School

Homeschool Hangout

Do you homeschool your kids? Join us at the Bateman Library on the 2nd Thursday of each month from 1-3 PM for an afternoon of socializing, fun, and games! Meet other homeschooling military families in a laid back, friendly environment. Note: Separate activities for Elem/Middle & High School students.

Questions? Call 757-764-2906 or e-mail langleyafblibrary@gmail.com.

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Mean Green Who-bilee
Dec
13
6:00 PM18:00
All Ages, Families, Middle & High School, Elementary, Babies & Preschool, Adults, Active Duty

Mean Green Who-bilee

Santa Claus is coming to Bateman Library! Join us for a very special after hours event on Wednesday, Dec. 13, from 6-8 PM. Enjoy:

*Pictures with Santa from a professional photographer

*Hot cocoa bar 

*Winter Carnival Games & Prizes

*Ornament Creation Station

*Holiday Bingo & Much More!

Questions? Contact the library at 757-764-2906 or e-mail langleyafblibrary@gmail.com.

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Homeschool Hangout
Nov
9
1:00 PM13:00
Babies & Preschool, Middle & High School

Homeschool Hangout

Do you homeschool your kids? Join us at the Bateman Library on the 2nd Thursday of each month from 1-3 PM for an afternoon of socializing, fun, and games! Meet other homeschooling military families in a laid back, friendly environment. Note: Separate activities for Elem/Middle & High School students.

Questions? Call 757-764-2906 or e-mail langleyafblibrary@gmail.com.

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Homeschool Hangout
Sep
14
1:00 PM13:00
Babies & Preschool, Middle & High School

Homeschool Hangout

Do you homeschool your kids? Join us at the Bateman Library on the 2nd Thursday of each month from 1-3 PM for an afternoon of socializing, fun, and games! Meet other homeschooling military families in a laid back, friendly environment. Note: Separate activities for Elem/Middle & High School students.

Questions? Call 757-764-2906 or e-mail langleyafblibrary@gmail.com.

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Homeschooling Hangout
May
12
1:00 PM13:00
Babies & Preschool, Middle & High School

Homeschooling Hangout

Do you homeschool your kids? Join us at the Bateman Library on the 2nd Friday of each month for an afternoon of socializing, fun, and games! Meet other homeschooling military families in a laid back, friendly environment. Have a favorite game or activity? Feel free to bring it to share with the group!

Questions? Contact Bateman Library at 757-764-2906 or e-mail langleyafblibrary@gmail.com.

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Month of the Military Child Extravaganza
Apr
15
10:00 AM10:00
Middle & High School, Babies & Preschool, Families

Month of the Military Child Extravaganza

Join us at the Bateman Library on Saturday, April 15, from 10 AM - 1 PM, as we celebrate Month of the Military Child! We will have lots of fun and FREE activities for the whole family.

*Teeny Tiny Farm petting zoo (10 AM - 12 PM)
*K-9 Demo (10:30 AM & 11:30 AM)
*Around the World PCS Party *Paper Airplanes with Pilots
*Cultural Games & Activities
*Face Painting
*Cotton Candy

Questions? Contact the library at 757-764-2906 or e-mail langleyafblibrary@gmail.com.
Event Location: Bateman Library | 42 Ash Ave., LAFB, VA 23665

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Homeschooling Hangout
Apr
14
1:00 PM13:00
Babies & Preschool, Middle & High School

Homeschooling Hangout

Do you homeschool your kids? Join us at the Bateman Library on the 2nd Friday of each month for an afternoon of socializing, fun, and games! Meet other homeschooling military families in a laid back, friendly environment. Have a favorite game or activity? Feel free to bring it to share with the group!

Questions? Contact Bateman Library at 757-764-2906 or e-mail langleyafblibrary@gmail.com.

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Design a Bookmark Contest (Apr 1-30)
Apr
1
to Apr 30
Middle & High School, Babies & Preschool, Elementary

Design a Bookmark Contest (Apr 1-30)

We want to see your talent! We will choose one winner from each of four age groups: Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, and High School, to be printed and distributed throughout our Summer Reading Program. To submit your bookmark, include with the artist’s name, grade, and contact phone number and either drop off at the front desk during opening hours or email you submission to langleyafblibrary@gmail.com. Bookmarks will be 2”x6” and a template is available either at front desk or online.

Questions? Call 757-764-2906 or e-mail langleyafblibrary@gmail.com.

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Homeschooling Hangout
Mar
10
1:00 PM13:00
Babies & Preschool, Middle & High School

Homeschooling Hangout

Do you homeschool your kids? Join us at the Bateman Library on the 2nd Friday of each month for an afternoon of socializing, fun, and games! Meet other homeschooling military families in a laid back, friendly environment. Have a favorite game or activity? Feel free to bring it to share with the group!

Questions? Contact Bateman Library at 757-764-2906 or e-mail langleyafblibrary@gmail.com.

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Homeschooling Hangout
Feb
10
1:00 PM13:00
Babies & Preschool, Middle & High School

Homeschooling Hangout

Do you homeschool your kids? Join us at the Bateman Library on the 2nd Friday of each month for an afternoon of socializing, fun, and games! Meet other homeschooling military families in a laid back, friendly environment. Have a favorite game or activity? Feel free to bring it to share with the group!

Questions? Contact Bateman Library at 757-764-2906 or e-mail langleyafblibrary@gmail.com.

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Homeschooling Hangout
Jan
13
1:00 PM13:00
Babies & Preschool, Middle & High School

Homeschooling Hangout

Do you homeschool your kids? Join us at the Bateman Library on the 2nd Friday of each month for an afternoon of socializing, fun, and games! Meet other homeschooling military families in a laid back, friendly environment. Have a favorite game or activity? Feel free to bring it to share with the group!

Questions? Contact Bateman Library at 757-764-2906 or e-mail langleyafblibrary@gmail.com.

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Winter Reading Challenge
Jan
9
to Feb 28
Adults, Babies & Preschool, Families, Middle & High School

Winter Reading Challenge

Read and earn prizes with the Bateman Library’s Winter Reading Challenge! All ages are invited to register at https://batemanlibrary.beanstack.org anytime between Jan 9 - Feb 28. Stop by the Library during business hours to pick up your bingo card and earn prizes!

Questions? Contact 757-764-2906 or e-mail langleyafblibrary@gmail.com.

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Frosty's Winter Wonderland
Dec
14
6:00 PM18:00
Middle & High School, Babies & Preschool, Families

Frosty's Winter Wonderland

Santa Claus is coming to Bateman Library!

Join us for a very special after hours event on Wednesday, Dec. 14, from 6-8 PM.

*Pictures with Santa from a professional photographer
*Hot cocoa bar & cookies *Langley Winds Concert
*Story Time at 6 PM
*Winter Carnival Games & Prizes
*Ornament Creation Station
*Holiday Bingo

Questions? Contact the library at 757-764-2906 or e-mail langleyafblibrary@gmail.com.
Event Location: Bateman Library | 42 Ash Ave., LAFB, VA 23665

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Homeschooling Hangout
Dec
9
1:00 PM13:00
Babies & Preschool, Middle & High School

Homeschooling Hangout

Do you homeschool your kids? Join us at the Bateman Library on the 2nd Friday of each month for an afternoon of socializing, fun, and games! Meet other homeschooling military families in a laid back, friendly environment. Have a favorite game or activity? Feel free to bring it to share with the group!

Questions? Contact Bateman Library at 757-764-2906 or e-mail langleyafblibrary@gmail.com.

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Homeschooling Hangout
Nov
4
1:00 PM13:00
Babies & Preschool, Middle & High School

Homeschooling Hangout

Do you homeschool your kids? Join us at the Bateman Library on the 2nd Friday of each month for an afternoon of socializing, fun, and games! Meet other homeschooling military families in a laid back, friendly environment. Have a favorite game or activity? Feel free to bring it to share with the group!

Questions? Contact Bateman Library at 757-764-2906 or e-mail langleyafblibrary@gmail.com.

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Homeschooling Hangout
Oct
14
1:00 PM13:00
Babies & Preschool, Middle & High School

Homeschooling Hangout

Do you homeschool your kids? Join us at the Bateman Library on the 2nd Friday of each month for an afternoon of socializing, fun, and games! Meet other homeschooling military families in a laid back, friendly environment. Have a favorite game or activity? Feel free to bring it to share with the group!

Questions? Contact Bateman Library at 757-764-2906 or e-mail langleyafblibrary@gmail.com.

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