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Tech Lab Open

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 4:00pm - 7:30pm
Tech Lab at Galesburg Public Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Visit the Tech Lab with or without an appointment!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Tome Raiders Book Discussion

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Group Study Room at Galesburg Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

Join us to discuss Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir.

Tome Raiders is our science fiction and fantasy book discussion group. Newcomers are always welcome! 

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Skills Lab Hours

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 11:00am - 3:00pm
Skills Lab at Galesburg Public Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Masterpiece Makerspace: Elementary Art

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Programming Room at Galesburg Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Music

Join us each month to recreate an art masterpiece! Open to kids in grades K-4. Children age 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Advance registration required. Please register at the Children's Desk or by calling 309-343-6118.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Tech Lab Open

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 4:00pm - 7:30pm
Tech Lab at Galesburg Public Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Visit the Tech Lab with or without an appointment!

This event is in the "Children" group

Cuenta Cuentos: Bilingual Storytime

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Children's Programming Room at Galesburg Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

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

This event is in the "Children" group

Baby Bounce

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 9:15am - 10:00am
Children's Programming Room at Galesburg Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

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

This event is in the "Adults" group

Newsletter Folding

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Group Study Room at Galesburg Public Library
Program Type:
Friends of the Library, Volunteer
Age Group:
Adults

Volunteers help fold and label library newsletters to be mailed out. 

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Skills Lab Hours

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 11:00am - 5:00pm
Skills Lab at Galesburg Public Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Skills Lab Hours

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 11:00am - 7:00pm
Skills Lab at Galesburg Public Library
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
This event is in the "Children" group

Tween Time

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Programming Room at Galesburg Public Library
Age Group:
Children

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

 

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Tech Lab Open

Friday, February 27, 2026 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Tech Lab at Galesburg Public Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Visit the Tech Lab with or without an appointment!

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Tech Lab Open

Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Tech Lab at Galesburg Public Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Drop in to use the equipment in the Tech Lab, or call 309-343-6118 or email reference@galesburglibrary.org to schedule an appointment!

This event is in the "Children" group

Toddler Storytime

Monday, March 2, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Programming Room at Galesburg Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

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

This event is in the "Children" group

Young Adventurers: Dungeons & Dragons for Beginners

Monday, March 2, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Children's Programming Room at Galesburg Public Library
Age Group:
Children

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!

This event is in the "Children" group

Baby Bounce

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 9:15am - 10:00am
Children's Programming Room at Galesburg Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

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

This event is in the "Children" group

Pint Size Paint Party

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Children's Programming Room at Galesburg Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Register for a 30 minute painting slot. Multiple paint projects will be available. Do them all or pick and choose! Open to kids ages 6 months to 5 years. Registration available at the Children’s Desk or over the phone at 309-343-6118.

This event is in the "Children" group

Animal Explorers

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Programming Room at Galesburg Public Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Children

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Craft & Chat

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Group Study Room at Galesburg Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Bring your current craft project to work on and make new friends. All skill levels are encouraged to come!

This event is in the "Children" group

Toddler Storytime

Monday, March 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Programming Room at Galesburg Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

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

This event is in the "Children" group

Junior Book Club

Monday, March 9, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Programming Room at Galesburg Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Children

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Tuesday Book Club

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
CBI Bank & Trust Meeting Room at Galesburg Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

Please note the change in location for this discussion!

Meet us in the CBI Bank & Trust Room at 1:00 PM to discuss The Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife by Anna Johnston.