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Cuenta Cuentos: Bilingual Storytime

Tuesday, April 22, 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.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Baby Bounce

Wednesday, April 23, 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.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Family Trivia Night

Thursday, April 24, 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.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Kindergarten, Here We Come!

Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room at Galesburg Public Library
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Do you have kids heading off to Kindergarten next year? Bring them to this hands-on, station-based program to practice some of the skills they'll be honing next year. Visit all 5 s...

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

Do you have kids heading off to Kindergarten next year? Bring them to this hands-on, station-based program to practice some of the skills they'll be honing next year. Visit all 5 stations and receive a prize.

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.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Animal Explorers

Thursday, May 1, 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.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Tween Time

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Children's Programming 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: Children's Programming 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.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Young Adventurers: Dungeons & Dragons for Beginners

Monday, May 5, 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.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Junior Book Club

Monday, May 12, 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.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Young Adventurers: Dungeons & Dragons for Beginners

Monday, May 19, 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.

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