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Junior Book Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children
Book Club
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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Tech Lab Open Hours

4:00pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults
STEM, Technology
Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: Tech Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: STEM, Technology
Event Details:

Visit the Tech Lab with or without an appointment!

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

Taming the Two-Step

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Music
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Music
Registration Required
Event Details:

FREE beginner two-step dance lesson from YoungDanceInc! 

Please register in advance. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

AARP Tax Assistance Appointments

12:00pm–5:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: Group Study Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Please visit the Group Study Room at your previously arranged appointment time to work with an AARP Volunteer for taxes.

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

Skills Lab Open Hours

4:00pm–6:00pm
Teens, Adults
Arts & Crafts, STEM
Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM
Event Details:

Galesburg Public Library’s Skills Lab is an interactive classroom for adults and teens to develop skills, gain independence, and engage in hands-on, life-long learning. Visit the Skills Lab with or without an appointment!

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

Tech Lab Open Hours

4:00pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults
STEM, Technology
Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: Tech Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: STEM, Technology
Event Details:

Visit the Tech Lab with or without an appointment!

This event is in the "Children" group

Reading Buddies

5:00pm–6:00pm
Children
Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: Children's Programming Room
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

Drop in to practice reading with a trained volunteer. New and developing readers will read aloud to their buddy, build fluency & confidence, and have fun! Readers attending at least two sessions may choose a free book to keep.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Scriptwriters' Room

5:00pm–7:30pm
Teens
Arts & Crafts, General, Movie, Performance, STEM, Technology
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! New faces are welcome, even if you haven't worked on this project or any kind of movie scripting before.

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

Book Edge Painting

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: Skills Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Add some color into your bookshelf! Join us in decorating the edge of your favorite books! Supplies are provided. If you have a book you have been wanting to turn into a deluxe edition, bring it to decorate!

Staff Development

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

U of I Wits Fitness

10:00am–11:00am
Everyone
Cancelled
Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Event Details:

Discover the power of brain training with University of Illinois Educator Tessa Hobbs-Curley!

Genealogy Assistance

1:00pm–4:00pm
Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Skills Lab Open Hours

3:00pm–7:00pm
Teens, Adults
Arts & Crafts, STEM
Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: Skills Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM
Event Details:

Galesburg Public Library’s Skills Lab is an interactive classroom for adults and teens to develop skills, gain independence, and engage in hands-on, life-long learning. Visit the Skills Lab with or without an appointment!

This event is in the "Children" group

LEGO Mania

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children
STEM
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.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Advisory Board

6:00pm–6:45pm
Teens
Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

Join the Library’s Teen Advisory Board, where you can make YOUR voice heard about the library!

This event is in the "Children" group

Tween Time

6:00pm–7:00pm
Children
Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: Children's Programming Room
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

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.

 

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 "Adults" group

Food Insecurity & Resources: A Community Conversation

3:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Discussion, Health & Wellness
Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

If you've been reading along for this year's Community Read of Bite by Bite by Aimee Nezhukumatathil (sponsored by the Galesburg Public Library Foundation), you'll know that we're celebrating food in all its nourishments and jamborees.

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

Tech Lab Open

9:00am–12:00pm
Teens, Adults
STEM
Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: Tech Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

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

Reading Buddies

11:00am–12:00pm
Children
Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: Children's Programming Room
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

Drop in to practice reading with a trained volunteer. New and developing readers will read aloud to their buddy, build fluency & confidence, and have fun! Readers attending at least two sessions may choose a free book to keep.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Friends of the Library Accepting Book Donations

12:00pm–4:00pm
Everyone
Friends of the Library, Volunteer
Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Friends of the Library, Volunteer
Event Details:

The Friends of the Galesburg Public Library will be accepting book sale donations Saturdays from March 7 through April 25.

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

Teen & Adult Job Fair

1:00pm–4:00pm
Teens, Adults
General
Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: General
Event Details:

Are you a teen or adult looking for a job? Come to the library’s Job Fair! A number of employers from around the Galesburg area will be in attendance to take applications and resumes.

This event is in the "Children" group

Toddler Storytime

10:00am–10:30am
Children
Storytime
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

Game Day for Adults

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
General
Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: General
Event Details:

Make new friends and play games! Board games, card games, and dice games will be provided- or bring your own.

 

This event is held in partnership with Galesburg Public Library and Royal Neighbors Chapter 20347.

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.