Bright Beginners
2024-11-13 14:00 - 15:00, 2024-11-27 14:00 - 15:00, 2025-01-08 14:00 - 15:00, 2025-01-22 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-02-12 01:00 - 14:00, 2025-02-26 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-03-12 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis)
Bright Beginners at Argos Public Library provides an enriching and interactive environment for children aged 3-5, focusing on essential skills such as early literacy, social development, and creativity preparing them for school through stories, music and movement.

Storytime
2024-11-18 16:15 - 17:00
Storytime at Argos Public Library presents an opportunity for children to explore stories and partake in related enrichment activities, such as games and crafts, with the occasional snacks. This program serves children from 0 to 10 years of age.

Toddler Time
2024-11-19 12:30 - 13:30, 2025-01-14 12:30 - 13:30, 2025-01-28 11:30 - 12:30, 2025-02-04 11:30 - 12:30, 2025-02-18 11:30 - 12:30, 2025-03-18 11:30 - 12:30, 2025-04-01 11:30 - 12:30
Argos Public Library invites you to Toddler Time! Toddler Time offers a supportive environment where toddlers and their caregivers can gather for developmental activities and experiences. Toddler Time meets every other Tuesday in the month and is best suited for ages 0-36 months.

Merry Time Pajama Party
2024-12-11 14:00 - 15:30
Join us for a Merry Time Pajama Party! Wear your pajamas and bring your favorite stuffy and blanket if you want! Stories, games, songs and crafts to celebrate the holiday season!

Keepsake Tree Craft
2024-12-12 16:30 - 18:00
Bring your kids to a delightful holiday painting session with our Keepsake Tree craft! On Thursday, December 12th at 3:30pm, children of all ages are invited to paint a beautiful tree decoration to cherish for years. Don’t wait! Register now by calling or visiting the library, as supplies are limited.

The Night Before Storytime
2024-12-23 16:00 - 17:30
You are warmly invited to a special holiday reading at The Night Before Storytime on December 23rd at 3pm, featuring the timeless tale by Clement C. Moore, paired with a relaxing crafting session.

Homeschool Hangout
2025-01-20 13:00 - 14:00
Homeschool families in the area are welcome to join our Homeschool Hangout. This monthly open hour enables local homeschool families to socialize, participate in games, and establish relationships. Please note the program is designed for children of school age, and parents are obligated to remain with children. Our first gathering is scheduled for January 20th at 1:00PM on the third Monday of the month.

Lunar New Year Storytime
2025-01-29 15:30 - 17:00
Join us for a festive Lunar New Year storytime, intended for children aged 0-10 years. The Lunar New Year takes place on Wednesday, January 29th, 2025 and we invite you to join us at 3:30PM. Our storytime will include readings from books that explore the Lunar New Year, followed by an inspired activity. This year, we observe the Year of the Snake, a significant element within the Chinese zodiac’s 12-year cycle, where each year is represented by an animal.

Storytime
2025-02-10 15:30 - 17:00
Join us for a colorful storytime as we read ‘Ablaze with Color: A Story of Painter Alma Thomas’!
Discover the vibrant life and art of Alma Thomas, a groundbreaking African American painter who brought joy and beauty to the world through her colorful works.
Through stories and activities, we will celebrate Alma’s legacy and explore the magic of art and creativity!
All ages welcome!

Homeschool Hangout
2025-02-17 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-03-17 13:00 - 14:00
Homeschool families in the area are welcome to join our Homeschool Hangout. This monthly open hour enables local homeschool families to socialize, participate in games, and establish relationships. Please note the program is designed for children of school age, and parents are obligated to remain with children. Join us on the third Monday of the month.

Storytime
2025-02-28 15:30 - 17:00
Join us for a heartwarming storytime as we read ‘Hair Love’ by Matthew A. Cherry!
Celebrate self-love and self-acceptance with Zuri as she discovers the beauty and magic of her curly hair. Through stories and activities, we’ll explore themes of identity, culture, and family.
All ages welcome!

The Crayons Reading Challenge
2025-03-03 - 2025-03-31
Get Ready for a Colorful March! Join our Children’s Reading Challenge celebrating “The Crayons” by Drew Daywalt!
How to Participate:

Pick up a reading log at the library.
Read books with a color in the title or cover.
Read 3 books, bring back your log, and claim your prize!

Challenge Details: Ages 0-10 – Limit 1 completion per child – Runs March 3rd-31st, 2025
Stay tuned for more colorful activities this month!

The Lorax
2025-03-06 15:30 - 16:30
Join the Marshall County Recycle Depot at the Argos Public Library for an educational program about caring for the environment through the classic Dr. Seuss story. Engage in fun activities that relate to the story and provide opportunities to understand how deforestation affects the environment and the animals that live there.

Storytime
2025-03-10 15:30 - 16:30
Join us for a storytime reading of Drew Daywalt’s ‘The Crayons Book of Colors’
“It’s Duncan’s birthday, and all the crayons want to make him a card! With their fun and quirky illustrations, they can make something truly spectacular to celebrate Duncan’s birthday!”

Storytime
2025-03-17 15:30 - 16:30
Join us for a storytime reading of Drew Daywalt’s “Happy St. Patrick’s Day from The Crayons.”
‘St. Patrick’s Day is almost here, and Green Crayon would like a break! (He JUST had to carry a heavy load during Christmas…) His friends try to take over, but what’s a leprechaun without green clothing?’

Storytime
2025-03-24 12:00 - 13:00
Join us for a storytime reading of Drew Daywalt’s “The Day The Crayons Quit”
“Poor Duncan just wants to color. But when he opens his box of crayons, he finds only letters, all saying the same thing: His crayons have had enough! They quit!”

Storytime
2025-03-25 14:30 - 15:30
Join us for a storytime reading of Drew Daywalt’s “The Day The Crayons Came Home”
‘Having soothed the hurt feelings of one group who threatened to quit, Duncan now faces a whole new group of crayons asking to be rescued.’
