Children Activities by Samuels Public Library for the Month of February

These are the events being presented by the Youth Services Department at Samuels Public Library during the month of February 2026.  More information about Samuels Library and the programs and services available can be found at www.samuelslibrary.net or by calling (540) 635-3153.

Monday, February 2

• 10:15 AM – Music & Movement for Babies (ages 0-23 months).
• 11:15 AM – Music & Movement for Toddlers (ages 2-5).  Join our fun and joyful time with your little ones as we listen to music while learning some basic movements and multisensory activities designed to delight your baby or toddler.

Tuesday, February 3

• 4:00 PM – Silhouettes: 250^th American Celebration.  For ages 6-11.  George Washington and Abraham Lincoln have very distinct silhouettes.  As we celebrate our 250th Anniversary, we will learn about shadows and silhouettes and then make our own.  Sponsored by FRUMC. Registration is required.

Wednesday, February 4

• 10:15AM – Toddler Story Time. 
• 11:00AM – Preschool Story Time.

Come in for an enjoyable hour filled with Groundhog Shadow stories, exciting sing-alongs, finger plays, and a craft.

Thursday, February 5

• 10:30 AM – Grand Story Time.  For ages 0-6.  Come hear a grandparent read a few stories, say some nursery rhymes, and do a craft.

Saturday, February 7

• 11:00 AM – Groundhog: Tales & Trails.  For ages 6-11. Come to the library to do some crafts and hear stories about groundhogs with the Shenandoah River State Park rangers.  Did he see his shadow? Registration is required.
• 2:30 PM – Colonial Cooking: Teens Connect. For ages 12-18. Come learn what types of food people ate 250 years ago and why.  Then learn some recipes they used and taste your creation.  Sponsored by FRUMC. Registration is required.

Monday, February 9

• 10:15 AM – Music & Movement for Babies (ages 0-23 months).
• 11:15 AM – Music & Movement for Toddlers (ages 2-5).  Join our fun and joyful time with your little ones as we listen to music while learning some basic movements and multisensory activities designed to delight your baby or toddler.

Tuesday, February 10

• 10:30 AM – Cupid’s Arrow: Homeschool Hub.  For ages 6-11.  We will design and test a bow and arrow(Q-tips), as we talk about variables that could “challenge” the shot.  Registration is required.

Wednesday February 11

• 10:15AM – Toddler Story Time. 
• 11:00AM – Preschool Story Time.

Come in for an enjoyable hour filled with Friendship stories, exciting sing-alongs, finger plays, and a craft.

Thursday, February 12

• 10:30 AM – Grand Story Time.  For ages 0-6.  Come hear a grandparent read a few stories, say some nursery rhymes, and do a craft.

Saturday, February 14

• 10:00 AM, 10:20 AM, 10:50 AM, 11:10 AM  Paws for Reading.  For ages 6-18+.  Paw for Reading is a program where people read aloud to trained therapy dogs, which helps improve their reading skills, confidence, and attitudes toward reading. This program provides a non-judgmental and stress-free environment, as the dogs are calm, attentive listeners who don’t correct mistakes, making it less intimidating for children. Bring your own book or use one of ours! Teens and adults can come for the calming influence and doggie kisses. Registration is required.
• 2:30 PM – Chocolate Fever.  For ages 8-14.  Learn where chocolate comes from and how to make lollipops and clusters.  Registration is required.

Monday, February 16

• Library is closed for the holiday

Tuesday, February 17

• 4:00 PM – Chinese New Year. For ages 6-11. Hear stories about the New Year Dragon, the zodiac signs and find out your sign!  Registration is required.

Wednesday, February 18

• 10:15AM – Toddler Story Time. 
• 11:00AM –Preschool Story Time

Come in for an enjoyable hour filled with 5 Senses stories, exciting sing-alongs, finger plays, and a craft.

Thursday, February 19

• 10:30 AM – Grand Story Time.  For ages 0-6.  Come hear a grandparent read a few stories, say some nursery rhymes, and do a craft.

Saturday, February 21

• 2:30 PM – Teen Scents. For ages 12-18. We are thrilled to invite teens to come experiment and make their own perfume or cologne! Registration is required.

Monday, February 23

• 10:15 AM – Music & Movement for Babies (ages 0-23 months).
• 11:15 AM – Music & Movement for Toddlers & Preschoolers (ages 2-5).

Join our fun and joyful time with your little ones as we listen to music while learning some basic movements and multisensory activities designed to delight your baby or toddler.

Tuesday, February 24

• 10:30 AM – Frozen Yogurt: Homeschool Hub. For ages 6-11.  Come learn about freezing points and acidity in yogurt.   Registration is required.

Wednesday, February 25

• 10:15AM – Toddler Story Time. 
• 11:00AM – Read with the Sheriff: Preschool Story Time

Come in for an enjoyable hour filled with Arctic Animal stories, exciting sing-alongs, finger plays, and a craft.

Thursday, February 26

• 10:30 AM – Grand Story Time.  For ages 0-6.  Come hear a grandparent read a few stories, nursery rhymes, and do a craft.

Saturday, February 28

• 2:00 PM – Hard Act to Follow.  Come see 5 skits on individuals and friendship.  Bring the family!