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Image text reads "Teen Scriptwriters' Room, Thursday, February 5, 5:00 to 7:30 PM, CBI Bank and Trust Meeting Room." It's written in a handwriting-style font on a piece of notebook paper, and there are drawings of a hand holding a pen over a sheet of paper to either side of the text.

Teen Scriptwriters' Room

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm
CBI Bank & Trust Meeting Room at Galesburg Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, General, Movie, Performance, STEM, Technology
Age Group:
Teens

We are making a movie! But first, we've got to write the script. Help us structure the narrative, plot scenes, and write dialogue!

Open to teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12. No registration necessary.

 

Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: CBI Bank & Trust Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General, Movie, Performance, STEM, Technology
Event Details:

We are making a movie! But first, we've got to write the script. Help us structure the narrative, plot scenes, and write dialogue!

Open to teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12. No registration necessary.

 

Craft & Chat; Thursday; 6:00 PM; Group Study Room

Craft & Chat

Thursday, February 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!

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

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

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.

Image text reads "Sweet and Sour Valentine's Day Party, Thursday, February 12, 6:45 to 7:30 PM, Galesburg Public Library, Community Room." There are shiny red and black hearts among the text, and shiny red, pink, and green hearts are scattered around the sides of the image, along with some lights and red ribbons against a black background.

Sweet & Sour Valentine's Day Party

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 6:45pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at Galesburg Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, General
Age Group:
Teens

Whether you love or hate Valentine’s Day, take part in a variety of activities and games both celebrating and ridiculing it! Make Valentine and anti-Valentine cards, eat sweet or sour candy, make buttons, and more!

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

Whether you love or hate Valentine’s Day, take part in a variety of activities and games both celebrating and ridiculing it! Make Valentine and anti-Valentine cards, eat sweet or sour candy, make buttons, and more!

Adult Coloring, Monday, 1:30-3:30 PM, Group Study Room

Adult Coloring

Monday, February 16, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Group Study Room at Galesburg Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

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: Teens, 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. 

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.

Image text reads "Teen Scriptwriters' Room, Thursday, February 19, 5:00 to 7:30 PM, Community Room." It's written in a handwriting-style font on a piece of notebook paper, and there are drawings of a hand holding a pen over a sheet of paper to either side of the text.

Teen Scriptwriters' Room

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at Galesburg Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, General, Movie, Performance, STEM, Technology
Age Group:
Teens

We are making a movie! But first, we've got to write the script. Help us structure the narrative, plot scenes, and write dialogue!

Open to teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12. No registration necessary.

Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, General, Movie, Performance, STEM, Technology
Event Details:

We are making a movie! But first, we've got to write the script. Help us structure the narrative, plot scenes, and write dialogue!

Open to teens ages 12-18 or in grades 7-12. No registration necessary.

Craft & Chat; Thursday; 6:00 PM; Group Study Room

Craft & Chat

Thursday, February 19, 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!

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

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

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.

Masterpiece Makerspace. Spring 2026. February 24. March 24. April 28.

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.

Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: Children's Programming Room
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Music
Event Details:

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.

Pint Size Paint Party. Wednesday from 1:00 to 3:00 PM.

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.

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

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.

Craft & Chat; Thursday; 6:00 PM; Group Study Room

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!

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

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

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.

Adult Coloring, Monday, 1:30-3:30 PM, Group Study Room

Adult Coloring

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Group Study Room at Galesburg Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

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: Teens, 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. 

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.

Craft & Chat; Thursday; 6:00 PM; Group Study Room

Craft & Chat

Thursday, March 19, 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!

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

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

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.

Masterpiece Makerspace. Spring 2026. February 24. March 24. April 28.

Masterpiece Makerspace: Elementary Art

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

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.

Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: Children's Programming Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Music
Event Details:

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.

Craft & Chat; Thursday; 6:00 PM; Group Study Room

Craft & Chat

Thursday, April 2, 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!

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

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

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.

Staff Development

All Day
Galesburg Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Galesburg Public Library
Craft & Chat; Thursday; 6:00 PM; Group Study Room

Craft & Chat

Thursday, April 16, 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!

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

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

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.

Adult Coloring, Monday, 1:30-3:30 PM, Group Study Room

Adult Coloring

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Group Study Room at Galesburg Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

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: Teens, 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. 

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.

Masterpiece Makerspace. Spring 2026. February 24. March 24. April 28.

Masterpiece Makerspace: Elementary Art

Tuesday, April 28, 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.

Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: Children's Programming Room
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Music
Event Details:

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.

Craft & Chat; Thursday; 6:00 PM; Group Study Room

Craft & Chat

Thursday, May 7, 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!

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

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

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.

Adult Coloring, Monday, 1:30-3:30 PM, Group Study Room

Adult Coloring

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Group Study Room at Galesburg Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

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: Teens, 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. 

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.

Craft & Chat; Thursday; 6:00 PM; Group Study Room

Craft & Chat

Thursday, May 21, 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!

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

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

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.

Holiday

All Day
Galesburg Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Galesburg Public Library
Craft & Chat; Thursday; 6:00 PM; Group Study Room

Craft & Chat

Thursday, June 4, 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!

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

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

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.

Adult Coloring, Monday, 1:30-3:30 PM, Group Study Room

Adult Coloring

Monday, June 15, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Group Study Room at Galesburg Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

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: Teens, 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. 

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.

Craft & Chat; Thursday; 6:00 PM; Group Study Room

Craft & Chat

Thursday, June 18, 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!

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

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

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.