Upcoming Programs
Mini and Me
Friday, September 11 at 10:00 A.M.
Friday, September 25 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!
Storytime 
Monday September 14 at 10:30AM
Monday September 21 at 10:30AM
Monday September 28 at 10:30AM
Join Miss Amanda for stories, songs, movement and crafts that encourage the development of early learning skills. Recommended for toddlers and preschoolers with their caregivers. This is a drop-in program, no registration is required.
Buff Baby Bootcamp
Wednesday, September 16 at 10:30 A.M.
Wednesday, September 23 at 10:30 A.M.
Wednesday, September 30 at 10:30 A.M.
Buff Baby Bootcamp is a high-energy program for toddlers and their caregivers full of movement, music, and fun challenges. Little ones can run and play in a safe environment while caregivers cheer them on and even get a chance to join in! This program encourages coordination, balance, and confidence, giving toddlers a chance to move their bodies in fun and creative ways.
Space is limited, so be sure to register in advance on our website or by speaking to a librarian at the reference desk. This event is for ages 2 to 6 Registration opens September 2nd and is for the full three-week session.
Little Literacy Explorers
Saturday, September 19 at 2:00 P.M.
Join us for Little Literacy Explorers, a fun, hands-on literacy series designed for children in PreK–3rd grade! Each event invites young learners to explore a new theme through engaging stories, games, crafts, sensory activities, and literacy adventures.
Children will build early reading and language skills while playing, creating, discovering, and having fun! Every event will offer new opportunities to spark curiosity, build confidence, and grow a love of reading.
This month’s theme will be Apple ABC Adventure.
Youth Craft: Firefly Lanterns
Tuesday, September 29 at 6:00 P.M.
Let your creativity shine bright while making your very own firefly lantern! Kids will be able to decorate and assemble a paper lantern filled with colorful, glowing fireflies that are perfect for bringing summer nights indoors
Craft supplies and available seating in the Makerspace is reserved for registered participants only.
Registration for this youth craft opens on September 8th.
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 Information Desk.
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!