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March Mammal Madness

All Day 2/23–3/9
Children
STEM
Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Join us again this year for March Mammal Madness, an imaginary competition that lets you vote on which animals will win in a series of simulated encounters. Pick up a bracket in the Children's Library starting Feb.

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

Skills Lab Hours

11:00am–3:00pm
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: Skills Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults
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

Masterpiece Makerspace: Elementary Art

4:00pm–5:00pm
Arts & Crafts, Music
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.

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

Tech Lab Open

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

Visit the Tech Lab with or without an appointment!

This event is in the "Children" group

Cuenta Cuentos: Bilingual Storytime

6:30pm–7:00pm
Children
Storytime
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

9:15am–10:00am
Children
Storytime
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 "Adults" group

Newsletter Folding

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Friends of the Library, Volunteer
Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: Group Study Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Friends of the Library, Volunteer
Event Details:

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

11:00am–5:00pm
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: Skills Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults

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 Hours

11:00am–7:00pm
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: Skills Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults
This event is in the "Adults" group

Mobile Memory Lab

3:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
Local History, Technology
Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: Group Study Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Local History, Technology
Event Details:

Bring your family photos, documents, and memorabilia to 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 "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:

Visit the Tech Lab with or without an appointment!

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

Skills Lab Open

11:00am–3:00pm
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: Skills Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults
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

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

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

Skills Lab Open Hours

11:00am–3:00pm
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: Skills Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults
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
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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Skills Lab Open Hours

11:00am–3:00pm
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: Skills Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults
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 "Adults" group

AARP Tax Assistance Appointments

12:00pm–5:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: Group Study Room
Age Group: Adults
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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Skills Lab Open Hours

4:00pm–8:00pm
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: Skills Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults
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!