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ABC Storytime

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Storytime Room (Lower Level) at Sparta Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Storytime Room (Lower Level)
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

ABC Storytime is all about the Alphabet, Books and Crafts! We will share stories focusing on one letter of the alphabet. We’ll start with A and work our way through!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.

Photography

The Sparta Public Library (SPL) reserves the right to use any photograph/video taken at any event sponsored by the SPL, without the expressed written permission of those included within the photograph/video. The SPL may use the photograph/video in publications or other media material produced, used or contracted by the SPL including but not limited to: brochures, invitations, newspapers, magazines, television, websites, etc. Registering for this event implies consent to this policy.  Please make note otherwise. 

Creature Comfort

Storytime with Creature Comfort Pet Therapy

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Services Room at Sparta Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age Children
Creature Comfort:

Join us for storytime with a therapy dog from Creature Comfort. Listen to a few stories and hang out with the dogs!  Participants will have a chance to sit independe...

Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Youth Services Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age Children
Program Type: Storytime

Join us for storytime with a therapy dog from Creature Comfort. Listen to a few stories and hang out with the dogs!  Participants will have a chance to sit independently and read to one of the dogs.

Parents/guardians must remain with their child during this program.

No registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.

journal

The Journaling Club - A Journey of Self Discovery

Sunday, February 22, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Mahjong Room (Lower Level) at Sparta Library
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Mahjong Room (Lower Level)
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

Meets monthly.  All are welcome. New topics each month will encourage self-reflection, self-awareness and growth mindset. 

Penguin image text Happy Feet

Family Movie Matinee "Happy Feet"

Sunday, February 22, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Storytime Room (Lower Level) at Sparta Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Preschool, School-Age Children, Tweens
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Storytime Room (Lower Level)
Age Group: Preschool, School-Age Children, Tweens
Program Type: Movie
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us in the Storytime room for a showing of "Happy Feet"! We will serve popcorn!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Food and Drink

Please be aware that we use food in some of our programs, both as snacks and as craft supplies. Actual ingredients will be provided, but we are not able to guarantee that any food item will be completely free of food allergens. By registering for this program, you hereby acknowledge that you are aware that Sparta Public Library cannot guarantee a completely allergen free atmosphere in this program and have chosen to allow your child(ren) to participate fully or partially despite this.

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.

No Show

If you are unable to attend a program, you must cancel your registration. If you do not attend, you are a considered to be a "no show." After your 3rd no show, you will not be able to register for programs for 4 (four) weeks.

3D Printer Training

3D Printer Training

Sunday, February 22, 2026 at 2:30pm - 2:45pm
3D Printer Area at Sparta Library
Program Type:
3D Printer
Age Group:
School-Age Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
3D Printer Training:

Sign up to be trained on how our 3D printer works. You must be 10 years of age and go through a training session before you will be allowed to sign up for printing time.C...

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: 3D Printer Area
Age Group: School-Age Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: 3D Printer
Registration Required

Sign up to be trained on how our 3D printer works. You must be 10 years of age and go through a training session before you will be allowed to sign up for printing time.

Click here to read more about the 3D Printer: https://spartalibrary.com/using-the-library/#tab-3d-printer

Disclaimer(s)

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.

Teddy bear, toy car, and blocks

My Grownup and Me Playtime

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Storytime Room (Lower Level) at Sparta Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Storytime Room (Lower Level)
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

****This is a self-guided program. No instructions will be given.**

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.

French flag

Intermediate French Class with Isabelle

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Mahjong Room (Lower Level) at Sparta Library
Program Type:
Hybrid, Zoom Program
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Mahjong Room (Lower Level)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Hybrid, Zoom Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Local resident and native French speaker Isabelle Pineau will be at Sparta Library every Monday at 12:00 pm to have a chat with you!  

This class is for people who want to improve their ability to interact in French. 

yoga for kids

Yoga for Kids

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Storytime Room (Lower Level) at Sparta Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Preschool, School-Age Children
Yoga for Kids:

Join Miss Jamie for some stretching, strengthening, and fun with Yoga!Children ages 3-8 years are welcome (with caregiver as necessary) to focus on their breathing, their bodies, a...

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Storytime Room (Lower Level)
Age Group: Preschool, School-Age Children
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required

Join Miss Jamie for some stretching, strengthening, and fun with Yoga!

Children ages 3-8 years are welcome (with caregiver as necessary) to focus on their breathing, their bodies, and their connection to self, through a variety of yoga poses. Meeting monthly, Miss Jamie incorporates music, a focus on balance, routine poses building confidence, and fun (optional) challenges, meeting students where they are that day and encouraging them to try their best! Please bring a yoga mat or towel. Namaste!

Caregivers of children who are not able to use the bathroom on their own must remain in the room.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.

No Show

If you are unable to attend a program, you must cancel your registration. If you do not attend, you are a considered to be a "no show." After your 3rd no show, you will not be able to register for programs for 4 (four) weeks.

Photography

The Sparta Public Library (SPL) reserves the right to use any photograph/video taken at any event sponsored by the SPL, without the expressed written permission of those included within the photograph/video. The SPL may use the photograph/video in publications or other media material produced, used or contracted by the SPL including but not limited to: brochures, invitations, newspapers, magazines, television, websites, etc. Registering for this event implies consent to this policy.  Please make note otherwise. 

French flag

Beginner French Class with Isabelle

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:15pm
Mahjong Room (Lower Level) at Sparta Library
Program Type:
Hybrid, Zoom Program
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Mahjong Room (Lower Level)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Hybrid, Zoom Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Local resident and native French speaker Isabelle Pineau will be at Sparta Library every Monday at 1:30pm to have a chat with you!  

3D Printer Usage

3D Printer Usage

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
3D Printer Area at Sparta Library
Program Type:
3D Printer
Age Group:
School-Age Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
3D Printer Usage:

After having gone through a 3D Printer training session, you can book time with the 3D Printer.Printing costs: Sparta cardholders - $2 per hour; non-cardholders - $4 per hourClick ...

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: 3D Printer Area
Age Group: School-Age Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: 3D Printer
Registration Required

After having gone through a 3D Printer training session, you can book time with the 3D Printer.

Printing costs: Sparta cardholders - $2 per hour; non-cardholders - $4 per hour

Click here to read more about the 3D Printer: https://spartalibrary.com/using-the-library/#tab-3d-printer

Disclaimer(s)

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.

paint & sip

ZOOM Paint & Sip

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Zoom Program at Sparta Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Zoom Program
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Paint & Sip on ZOOM with Marsha Turner

French flag

Advanced Intermediate French Class with Isabelle

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Mahjong Room (Lower Level) at Sparta Library
Program Type:
Hybrid, Zoom Program
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Mahjong Room (Lower Level)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Hybrid, Zoom Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Local resident and native French speaker Isabelle Pineau will be at Sparta Library every Tuesday at 9:30 am to have a chat with you!  

grab n go

Grab-n-Go Kits

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 7:30pm
Sparta Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Preschool, School-Age Children
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Age Group: Preschool, School-Age Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Starting at 10 am on Tuesdays through 1pm on Saturdays, stop by the library to pick up a Grab-n-Go Kit! 

No registration required. Kits will be available on a first come, first served basis.

zoom yoga

Midday Unwind Yoga on ZOOM

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Zoom Program at Sparta Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Zoom Program
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Midday Unwind Yoga on ZOOM with Laura Mazzella "The Traveling Yogi" Every Tuesday!

american sign language

Intro to American Sign Language

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Mahjong Room (Lower Level) at Sparta Library
Program Type:
Education
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Mahjong Room (Lower Level)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Education
Event Details:

This is a 6 week course designed to develop basic communicative skills in American Sign Language.

small things like these

Book Talk

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Reading Room at Sparta Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for Sparta Library's Book Talk.  This month's selection is:  

Small Things Like These

by Claire Keegan

Art in the AM

Art in the A.M.

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 11:45am - 12:15pm
Mahjong Room (Lower Level) at Sparta Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Art in the A.M.:

Grab your little ones and get creative with Mrs. C. Parents must assist their child during the program. Program is for children age 2-5.  Registration is required. Please regi...

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Mahjong Room (Lower Level)
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grab your little ones and get creative with Mrs. C. Parents must assist their child during the program. Program is for children age 2-5.  Registration is required. Please register each child individually so we can assure we have enough supplies.

This month we will be making a heart doily craft. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.

No Show

If you are unable to attend a program, you must cancel your registration. If you do not attend, you are a considered to be a "no show." After your 3rd no show, you will not be able to register for programs for 4 (four) weeks.

Mahjong

Play Mahjong

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Mahjong Room (Lower Level) at Sparta Library
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Mahjong Room (Lower Level)
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Whether you're a beginner or a maven, join us for fun and refreshments! (Drop-in program)

3D Printer Training

3D Printer Training

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm
3D Printer Area at Sparta Library
Program Type:
3D Printer
Age Group:
School-Age Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
3D Printer Training:

Sign up to be trained on how our 3D printer works. You must be 10 years of age and go through a training session before you will be allowed to sign up for printing time.C...

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: 3D Printer Area
Age Group: School-Age Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: 3D Printer
Registration Required

Sign up to be trained on how our 3D printer works. You must be 10 years of age and go through a training session before you will be allowed to sign up for printing time.

Click here to read more about the 3D Printer: https://spartalibrary.com/using-the-library/#tab-3d-printer

Disclaimer(s)

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.

Stitch witches

Stitch Witches

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 5:45pm - 7:45pm
Reading Room at Sparta Library
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Stitch Witches is a group for all needle crafters.  Bring your works-in-progress and join others for ideas, questions, help with your project or just the joy of needling together!

All levels are welcome. 

3D Printer Usage

3D Printer Usage

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
3D Printer Area at Sparta Library
Program Type:
3D Printer
Age Group:
School-Age Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
3D Printer Usage:

After having gone through a 3D Printer training session, you can book time with the 3D Printer.Printing costs: Sparta cardholders - $2 per hour; non-cardholders - $4 per hourClick ...

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: 3D Printer Area
Age Group: School-Age Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: 3D Printer
Registration Required

After having gone through a 3D Printer training session, you can book time with the 3D Printer.

Printing costs: Sparta cardholders - $2 per hour; non-cardholders - $4 per hour

Click here to read more about the 3D Printer: https://spartalibrary.com/using-the-library/#tab-3d-printer

Disclaimer(s)

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.

Lap Sit Storytime

Lap Sit Storytime for Babies

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Storytime Room (Lower Level) at Sparta Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Storytime Room (Lower Level)
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us in the lower level of the library for a Storytime dedicated to our youngest patrons and their caregivers. Meet other new parents/caregivers just like you! 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.

Scrabble board

Scrabble

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Reading Room at Sparta Library
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Novice or master, you're invited to join us for fun and refreshments! We have a board waiting for you! (Drop-in program)

Storytime

Family Storytime

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Youth Services Room at Sparta Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Youth Services Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for stories each week.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.