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Toddler Storytime, Mondays at 10:00 AM

Toddler Storytime

Monday, February 3, 2025 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.

D&D Young Adventurers Club

Young Adventurers: Dungeons & Dragons for Beginners

Monday, February 3, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Children's Programming Room at Galesburg Public Library
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Meet at the library for a kid-friendly introduction to the world of Dungeons & Dragons. We'll cover the basics of tabletop role playing games and then play through a self-conta...

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

Meet at the library for a kid-friendly introduction to the world of Dungeons & Dragons. We'll cover the basics of tabletop role playing games and then play through a self-contained adventure. No previous experience needed!

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Valentines Day dance party for tots

Valentine's Dance Party for Tots

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at Galesburg Public Library
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Tots and caregivers, put on your party pants and come wiggle, sing, and dance the night away. Open to kids aged 0-5 and their caregivers. Free and registration is required in the C...

Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Music
Event Details:

Tots and caregivers, put on your party pants and come wiggle, sing, and dance the night away. Open to kids aged 0-5 and their caregivers. Free and registration is required in the Children’s Library.

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.

Baby Bounce Weds mornings at 9:15

Baby Bounce

Wednesday, February 5, 2025 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.

Animal Explorers

Animal Explorers

Thursday, February 6, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Programming Room at Galesburg Public Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join us for this monthly club to learn about animals with other animal enthusiasts. Pick up a free take-home explorer kit, then meet to share info on the animal ...

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

Join us for this monthly club to learn about animals with other animal enthusiasts. Pick up a free take-home explorer kit, then meet to share info on the animal of the month. For kids in grades K-3.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Tween Time first Thursday of each month

Tween Time

Thursday, February 6, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at Galesburg Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, General, STEM
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Calling all tweens in grades 4-6! Join us the first Thursday of each month at 6 PM for fun crafts, games, or building challenges. We will focus on a different topic or ac...

Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General, STEM
Event Details:

Calling all tweens in grades 4-6! Join us the first Thursday of each month at 6 PM for fun crafts, games, or building challenges. We will focus on a different topic or activity each month. Advance registration is required.

Toddler Storytime, Mondays at 10:00 AM

Toddler Storytime

Monday, February 10, 2025 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.

Junior Book Club - 2nd Monday of the Month

Junior Book Club

Monday, February 10, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Programming Room at Galesburg Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join us for a fun program designed for readers in grades K-2 making the move from picture books to chapter books! Each read-aloud will be followed by a related STEM activity. Regis...

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

Join us for a fun program designed for readers in grades K-2 making the move from picture books to chapter books! Each read-aloud will be followed by a related STEM activity. Registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Jump to Jupiter Feb 11 at 4:00

Jump to Jupiter

Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room at Galesburg Public Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Come navigate a scale model of our solar system, right here in the library! We'll see how many jumps it takes to travel the vast expanse of the Community Room and reach some of the...

Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Come navigate a scale model of our solar system, right here in the library! We'll see how many jumps it takes to travel the vast expanse of the Community Room and reach some of the farthest planets.
 

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.

Bilingual storytime, 2nd and 4th Tuesdays at 6:30 PM

Cuenta Cuentos: Bilingual Storytime

Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Children's Programming Room at Galesburg Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Let's read, sing, and play together in English and Spanish. For kids ages 6 and under with an adult. 

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

Let's read, sing, and play together in English and Spanish. For kids ages 6 and under 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.

Baby Bounce Weds mornings at 9:15

Baby Bounce

Wednesday, February 12, 2025 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.

Lego Mania

LEGO Mania

Thursday, February 13, 2025 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)

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.

Toddler Storytime, Mondays at 10:00 AM

Toddler Storytime

Monday, February 17, 2025 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.

D&D Young Adventurers Club

Young Adventurers: Dungeons & Dragons for Beginners

Monday, February 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Children's Programming Room at Galesburg Public Library
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Meet at the library for a kid-friendly introduction to the world of Dungeons & Dragons. We'll cover the basics of tabletop role playing games and then play through a self-conta...

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

Meet at the library for a kid-friendly introduction to the world of Dungeons & Dragons. We'll cover the basics of tabletop role playing games and then play through a self-contained adventure. No previous experience needed!

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Baby Bounce Weds mornings at 9:15

Baby Bounce

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 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.

Pageturners Book Club for Kids

Pageturners Book Club for Kids

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Programming Room at Galesburg Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Independent readers in grades 4-6 are invited to join our Children’s Librarians for this monthly club. Enjoy talking about fun novels with other readers your age.Sign up in the Chi...

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

Independent readers in grades 4-6 are invited to join our Children’s Librarians for this monthly club. Enjoy talking about fun novels with other readers your age.

Sign up in the Children’s Room, or by calling 309-343-6118.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Toddler Storytime, Mondays at 10:00 AM

Toddler Storytime

Monday, February 24, 2025 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.

Mini Masters Elementary Art

Mini-Masters Elementary Art

Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Programming Room at Galesburg Public Library
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join us for hands-on art-making activities inspired by famous artists from around the world. Designed for ages 5-10. Advance registration required. Children under 8 must be accompa...

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

Join us for hands-on art-making activities inspired by famous artists from around the world. Designed for ages 5-10. Advance registration required. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.

Bilingual storytime, 2nd and 4th Tuesdays at 6:30 PM

Cuenta Cuentos: Bilingual Storytime

Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Children's Programming Room at Galesburg Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Let's read, sing, and play together in English and Spanish. For kids ages 6 and under with an adult. 

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

Let's read, sing, and play together in English and Spanish. For kids ages 6 and under 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.

Baby Bounce Weds mornings at 9:15

Baby Bounce

Wednesday, February 26, 2025 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.

Family Trivia Night

Family Trivia Night

Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Galesburg Public Library
Program Type:
Discussion, Movie, Music, STEM
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Create your team and join us for a fun evening of competitive trivia. Teams should have between 3-6 members, and each team must contain at least one adult and one child. Snacks pro...

Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Discussion, Movie, Music, STEM
Event Details:

Create your team and join us for a fun evening of competitive trivia. Teams should have between 3-6 members, and each team must contain at least one adult and one child. Snacks provided! Advance registration required in the Children’s Library.

Toddler Storytime, Mondays at 10:00 AM

Toddler Storytime

Monday, March 3, 2025 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.

D&D Young Adventurers Club

Young Adventurers: Dungeons & Dragons for Beginners

Monday, March 3, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Children's Programming Room at Galesburg Public Library
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Meet at the library for a kid-friendly introduction to the world of Dungeons & Dragons. We'll cover the basics of tabletop role playing games and then play through a self-conta...

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

Meet at the library for a kid-friendly introduction to the world of Dungeons & Dragons. We'll cover the basics of tabletop role playing games and then play through a self-contained adventure. No previous experience needed!

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Baby Bounce Weds mornings at 9:15

Baby Bounce

Wednesday, March 5, 2025 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.