Youth Programs at Coal Valley Public Library

Coal Valley Public Library (Robert R. Jones Public Library District), 900 First Street, Coal Valley, IL 61240

mapCoal Valley Public Library (Robert R. Jones Public Library District), 900 First Street, Coal Valley, IL 61240

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Youth Programs at Coal Valley Public Library includes activities such as Manipulation Stations, Pokémon Club, Tots Together Social Hour, Little Scientists Storytime, Wee-Littles Art Start, Kids Creative Studio, and Little Learners: Stories, Rhymes & Play. The program also offers Music & Movement, STEM Studio, Sensory Saturdays, a Stuffed Animal Staycation where participants bring a favorite stuffed animal, and themed events like Would You Survive? and the Summer Reading Program: Plant a Seed, Read.

• Ages: 0–18 years old
• Schedule: Open Monday–Thursday 10:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m., Friday 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., and Saturday 10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
• Price: Manipulation Stations is a weekly, free program; Wee-Littles Art Start is a free program; Music & Movement is a free music and movement class.

The stated mission of Youth Programs at Coal Valley Public Library is to nurture each child's creative spirit, helping them explore and express themselves in an environment that encourages boundless imagination. The library also offers a Library of Things to borrow more than just books, Attraction Passes to visit area attractions for free, a Community Resource Directory, and Mental Health Support resources that include local and national mental health resources, crisis support services, counseling options, and community programs. Community involvement includes a Community Resource Directory and a Summer Reading Program Sign-Up Night that features a community plant swap. A patron shared the feedback, “Seeing all of the transformations you have made to the library has made my day.”

Last updated May 23, 2026.

Is this your business? There is no cost, but you will be asked to sign up or log in.