Youth

Upcoming Programs

March Madness: Reading

March 1  through March 28

Join Roseville Public Library in our first ever NCAA style bracket reading challenge! Vote for your favorite books as they go head-to-head for the chance to become this year’s champion!

Baby Signs: Sign, Say, and Play

Monday, March 18 at 10:00 A.M.

Sign, Say & Play® Classes are a fun way for caregivers to engage their young children in early communication! This 6-week play series uses songs, games, books, and other interactive activities to engage families in learning sign language concepts that complement the development of young children!

Registration is highly recommended and begins January 15, 2024.

Solar Eclipse Glasses

Starting Monday, March 18th

A total solar eclipse will pass over North America, Monday, April 8th. While Detroit is not in the path of the total eclipse, it will see a deep partial eclipse. The only way to safely view the eclipse is with certified solar-viewing or eclipse glasses. The library has solar eclipse glasses and will be giving them out while supplies last.

To receive a pair of glasses you must have a Roseville library card in good standing. One pair of glasses per card.  Don’t have a library card? Not a problem. Come to the library to apply for a library card. There is no charge and the process just takes a few minutes.

We will start handing out solar eclipse glasses on Monday, March 18th.  Please come early to get your glasses as we have a limited supply.

Homeschool Hangout

Wednesday, March 20 at 1:30 P.M.

Come connect with other homeschool families in the community. Share resources, network, make new friends, and join us for a variety of activities in this new once a month program.

Mini and Me

Friday, March 22 at 10:00 A.M.

Come have a playdate at the library! Join us for a drop-in social and play program for children 5 and under and their grown-ups. Children will get a chance to play and socialize with others their age, while the adults get to network and trade stories and tips. Moms, dads, grandparents, aunts, uncles, babysitters, caregivers – all are welcome! No registration is required.

Brush and Beyond with the Anton Art Center

Saturday, March 23 Starting at 10:00 A.M.

The library will host a variety of free and interactive projects for all ages, all inspired by the art of Vincent Van Gogh. These will include “The Starry Night Workshop” (in which a collaborative piece will be created), Self Portraits in the style of Van Gogh, and the lesson in how to paint Van Gogh’s famous flowers. The Anton Art Center, based in Mount Clemens, has been developing exciting and innovative art programs for people of all ages and backgrounds for over fifty years.

LEGO Day

Monday, March 25 at 2:00 P.M.

Let your imagination run wild and see what you can create! Stop by the library and have some fun with our LEGOs. This all is an all-ages event so bring your friends and family!

Animal Magic

Tuesday, March 26 at 2:00 P.M.

Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime chance to meet amazing and rare animals from all over the world. Mark Rosenthal, voted Nickelodeon’s Entertainer of the Year, will explore the animal world with you, sharing his animal ambassadors, as well as hilarious and mind-blowing stories and facts.

Family Fun Movie

Thursday, March 28 at 2:00 P.M.

Relax and enjoy a family movie before the holiday weekend.

TALK, Text and Learn Before Kindergarten

We know little ones learn best through daily interactions with parents and caregivers. But busy schedules can make it hard to find time to create quality learning experiences. Michigan libraries are here to help! TALK sends easy activity ideas that build pre-literacy skills starting from birth up to age five. Activities also build STEM and social emotional skills, to help parents make sure their children are fully prepared for a successful school experience. You can easily register by texting TALK to 75547 to start receiving texts.

1,000 Books Before Kindergarten

Parents and caregivers! On behalf of the 1,000 Books Foundation and the Roseville Public Library, we challenge you to participate in this FREE program which encourages you to read 1,000 books with your child before he or she starts kindergarten.

Why is reading so important?  Books help children develop language abilities, enhance social skills and enrich lives, plus reading is fun! The concept is simple, the rewards are priceless.  Read a book (any book) to your newborn, infant, and/or toddler.  The goal is to have read 1,000 books before your child starts kindergarten.  Does it sound hard?  Not really if you think about it.  If you read just 1 book a night, you will have read about 365 books in a year.  That is 730 books in two years and 1,095 books in three years.  If you consider that most children start kindergarten at around 5 years of age, you have more time than you think, so get started!

Pick up Program Instructions and Reading Tips, a suggested reading list and a booklet to record your books from the Youth Services Department.

Book Bundles

We’ve created a way to get some “surprise” books to you based on your child’s interest.  Simply fill in the form provided here. Then, the children’s librarians will select five books and place them on hold for you to pick up.  Choose up to three topics or themes but know that due to demand not all choices may be available.  We hope that you and your children will discover some new favorites as you enjoy reading these books!