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LEGO Mania

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Programming Room at Galesburg Public Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Come build with LEGO blocks to your heart's content. For kids of all ages with an adult. 

Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: Children's Programming Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Come build with LEGO blocks to your heart's content. For kids of all ages with an adult.


 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

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

Photo permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If you do not want your photo used, please tell a library staff member and the library will honor that request.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Advisory Board Celebration at Wordsmith Bookshoppe

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Off Site
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Celebrate the end of the school year with a party at Wordsmith Bookshoppe! In addition to having snacks and games, TAB members will get to choose a book from the store to be added ...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

Celebrate the end of the school year with a party at Wordsmith Bookshoppe! In addition to having snacks and games, TAB members will get to choose a book from the store to be added to the library collection! 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult System of Care Coordinator Available

Friday, May 10, 2024 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Study Room A (Red Room) at Galesburg Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Jamie Stark, the Adult System of Care Coordinator from Bridgeway, is available to meet one on one with community members and direct them to the appropriate services to meet their n...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: Study Room A (Red Room)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Jamie Stark, the Adult System of Care Coordinator from Bridgeway, is available to meet one on one with community members and direct them to the appropriate services to meet their needs.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Library Grand Opening

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Community Room at Galesburg Public Library
Program Type:
General
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Join us Saturday, May 11 to celebrate the grand opening of the new Galesburg Public Library! The Galesburg Chamber of Commerce will help us mark the occasion with a ribbon cutting,...

Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: General
Event Details:

Join us Saturday, May 11 to celebrate the grand opening of the new Galesburg Public Library! The Galesburg Chamber of Commerce will help us mark the occasion with a ribbon cutting, and lunch from Hy-Vee will be served.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Toddler Storytime

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Programming Room at Galesburg Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Stories, rhymes, songs, and movement for toddlers ages 18-36 months and their caregivers. No registration required. 

Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: Children's Programming Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Stories, rhymes, songs, and movement for toddlers ages 18-36 months and their caregivers. No registration required. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

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

Photo permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If you do not want your photo used, please tell a library staff member and the library will honor that request.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Tuesday Book Club

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
F&M Bank Meeting Room at Galesburg Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

In Vera Wong’s Unsolicited Advice for Murderers by Jesse Q. Sutanto, a lonely shopkeeper takes it upon herself to solve a murder after she finds a dead man in her San Francisco tea...

Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: F&M Bank Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

In Vera Wong’s Unsolicited Advice for Murderers by Jesse Q. Sutanto, a lonely shopkeeper takes it upon herself to solve a murder after she finds a dead man in her San Francisco tea shop.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Microfilm Tutor Hours

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Galesburg Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Learn how to use our new microfilm machines! Make an appointment at the Reference Desk or call 309-343-6118.

Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

Learn how to use our new microfilm machines! Make an appointment at the Reference Desk or call 309-343-6118.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Baby Bounce

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 9:15am - 10:00am
Children's Programming Room at Galesburg Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Stories, songs, sign language, and bounces for kids ages 0-18 months old and their caregivers. No registration required.

Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: Children's Programming Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Stories, songs, sign language, and bounces for kids ages 0-18 months old and their caregivers. No registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

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

Photo permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If you do not want your photo used, please tell a library staff member and the library will honor that request.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Thursday Book Club

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

In Vera Wong’s Unsolicited Advice for Murderers by Jesse Q. Sutanto, a lonely shopkeeper takes it upon herself to solve a murder after she finds a dead man in her San Francisco tea...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

In Vera Wong’s Unsolicited Advice for Murderers by Jesse Q. Sutanto, a lonely shopkeeper takes it upon herself to solve a murder after she finds a dead man in her San Francisco tea shop.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult System of Care Coordinator Available

Friday, May 17, 2024 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Study Room A (Red Room) at Galesburg Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Jamie Stark, the Adult System of Care Coordinator from Bridgeway, is available to meet one on one with community members and direct them to the appropriate services to meet their n...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: Study Room A (Red Room)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Jamie Stark, the Adult System of Care Coordinator from Bridgeway, is available to meet one on one with community members and direct them to the appropriate services to meet their needs.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Rootabaga Kids

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room at Galesburg Public Library
Program Type:
Music, Performance
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

Join incredible trumpeter Victor Garcia and his Latin Sextet as they turn the library into a jazz club for this interactive family friendly event as part of the 44th annual Rootaba...

Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Music, Performance
Event Details:

Join incredible trumpeter Victor Garcia and his Latin Sextet as they turn the library into a jazz club for this interactive family friendly event as part of the 44th annual Rootabaga Jazz Festival. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Toddler Storytime

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Programming Room at Galesburg Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Stories, rhymes, songs, and movement for toddlers ages 18-36 months and their caregivers. No registration required. 

Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: Children's Programming Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Stories, rhymes, songs, and movement for toddlers ages 18-36 months and their caregivers. No registration required. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

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

Photo permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If you do not want your photo used, please tell a library staff member and the library will honor that request.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult Coloring

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Group Study Room at Galesburg Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Come share your love of coloring and join us in adult coloring for relaxation! We'll provide drinks, coloring pages, and colored pencils. Free to attend. 

Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: Group Study Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come share your love of coloring and join us in adult coloring for relaxation! We'll provide drinks, coloring pages, and colored pencils. Free to attend. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Dungeons & Dragons Club

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
F&M Bank Meeting Room at Galesburg Public Library
Age Group:
Teens
Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: F&M Bank Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Microfilm Tutor Hours

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Galesburg Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Learn how to use our new microfilm machines! Make an appointment at the Reference Desk or call 309-343-6118.

Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

Learn how to use our new microfilm machines! Make an appointment at the Reference Desk or call 309-343-6118.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Movie Club

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:45pm
Off Site - AMC Theater
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Outing to the AMC Galesburg to see a new movie. Exact showtime and title will be announced about a week in advance. We'll head to a restaurant afterwards for discussion. You will p...

Library Branch: Off Site - AMC Theater
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Outing to the AMC Galesburg to see a new movie. Exact showtime and title will be announced about a week in advance. We'll head to a restaurant afterwards for discussion. You will pay for your own ticket and food/drink. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Baby Bounce

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 9:15am - 10:00am
Children's Programming Room at Galesburg Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Stories, songs, sign language, and bounces for kids ages 0-18 months old and their caregivers. No registration required.

Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: Children's Programming Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Stories, songs, sign language, and bounces for kids ages 0-18 months old and their caregivers. No registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

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

Photo permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If you do not want your photo used, please tell a library staff member and the library will honor that request.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult System of Care Coordinator Available

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Study Room A (Red Room) at Galesburg Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Jamie Stark, the Adult System of Care Coordinator from Bridgeway, is available to meet one on one with community members and direct them to the appropriate services to meet their n...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: Study Room A (Red Room)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Jamie Stark, the Adult System of Care Coordinator from Bridgeway, is available to meet one on one with community members and direct them to the appropriate services to meet their needs.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Food for Thought Book Discussion

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Off Site: Cornucopia Natural Market and Deli
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

A Honeybee Heart Has Five Openings by Helen Jukes is an inspiring portrait of tending to a honeybee hive, capturing the wondrous, complex universe of honeybees and learning a new w...

Library Branch: Off Site: Cornucopia Natural Market and Deli
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

A Honeybee Heart Has Five Openings by Helen Jukes is an inspiring portrait of tending to a honeybee hive, capturing the wondrous, complex universe of honeybees and learning a new way of being in the world.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Virtual Book Discussion

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join a virtual discussion of Wild New World by Dan Flores. The title will be available to download for anyone using the Libby app from May 9-23. Questions will be posted in the GPL...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join a virtual discussion of Wild New World by Dan Flores. The title will be available to download for anyone using the Libby app from May 9-23.

Closed

All Day
Galesburg Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Galesburg Public Library
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Microfilm Tutor Hours

Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Galesburg Public Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Learn how to use our new microfilm machines! Make an appointment at the Reference Desk or call 309-343-6118.

Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

Learn how to use our new microfilm machines! Make an appointment at the Reference Desk or call 309-343-6118.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Baby Bounce

Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 9:15am - 10:00am
Children's Programming Room at Galesburg Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Stories, songs, sign language, and bounces for kids ages 0-18 months old and their caregivers. No registration required.

Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: Children's Programming Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Stories, songs, sign language, and bounces for kids ages 0-18 months old and their caregivers. No registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

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

Photo permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, in social media, and on its website. If you do not want your photo used, please tell a library staff member and the library will honor that request.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult System of Care Coordinator Available

Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Study Room A (Red Room) at Galesburg Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Jamie Stark, the Adult System of Care Coordinator from Bridgeway, is available to meet one on one with community members and direct them to the appropriate services to meet their n...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: Study Room A (Red Room)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Jamie Stark, the Adult System of Care Coordinator from Bridgeway, is available to meet one on one with community members and direct them to the appropriate services to meet their needs.