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Details about the Friends of the Library accepting book donations event

Friends of the Library Accepting Book Donations

Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
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.

Sound Bath Meditation

Sound Bath Meditation

Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Join Hannah LaHood in a journey to relaxation via Sound Bath Meditation. 

Toddler Storytime, Mondays at 10:00 AM

Toddler Storytime

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
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. 

Pageturners Book Club for Kids

Pageturners Book Club for Kids

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: Children's Programming Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Independent readers in grades 4-6 are invited to join our Children’s Librarians for this monthly club. Enjoy talking about fun novels with other readers your age.

Sign up in the Children’s Room, or by calling 309-343-6118.

Pokemon Club for Kids

Pokémon Club for Kids

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: Children's Programming Room
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

Hey Pokémon trainers! Come journey on over to the Children’s Library for Pokémon Club. Join us to play the card game, trade cards, or both! For kids in grades K-6. All children under 8 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. 

Zack Percell magic show March 19 at 4:00 PM

Zack Percell of TNZ Magic: Reading is Magic!

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Performance
Event Details:

Join acclaimed children's entertainer and magician Zack Percell for 50 minutes of fast-paced, interactive magic and comedy. Free and open to kids of all ages, together with their grownups.

Details about the Friends of the Library accepting book donations event

Friends of the Library Accepting Book Donations

Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
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.

Toddler Storytime, Mondays at 10:00 AM

Toddler Storytime

Monday, March 23, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
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. 

Tome Raiders book discussion

Tome Raiders Book Discussion

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

Join us to discuss The Magician of Tiger Castle by Louis Sachar.

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

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

Masterpiece Makerspace: Elementary Art

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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.

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Ozobot Academy

6:45pm–7:30pm
Teens
General, STEM, Technology
Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: General, STEM, Technology
Event Details:

Program and control one of the library’s Ozobot Evo robots to complete various tasks!

Advance registration is required.

Safe Sitter Training for Teens

10:00am–3:00pm
Teens
General, Health & Wellness, STEM, Summer Reading
Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: Group Study Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: General, Health & Wellness, STEM, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Learn everything you need to know to start babysitting in this comprehensive course, including safety, behavior, first aid, & business skills. A break at lunchtime will be provided, but participants will need to bring their own lunch.

Hands Only CPR Training for Teens

3:15pm–4:00pm
Teens
General, Health & Wellness, STEM, Summer Reading
Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
Room: Group Study Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: General, Health & Wellness, STEM, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Come and learn a form of CPR! Hands only CPR is a skill that can be used in case of emergencies on children and adults. Registration is required, and a waiting list will be used if the event fills up.

Teen Scriptwriters' Room

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

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.

Staff Development

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Galesburg Public Library

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.

Teen Scriptwriters' Room

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

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.

Teen Advisory Board Celebration at Wordsmith Bookshoppe

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teens
General
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: General
Event Details:

Celebrate the end of the school year with a party at Wordsmith Bookshoppe! In addition to having snacks and games, TAB members will get to choose a book from the store to be added to the library collection! 

Holiday

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Galesburg Public Library

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.

Holiday

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Galesburg Public Library

Holiday

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Galesburg Public Library

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.

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.

Holiday

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Galesburg Public Library

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.

Staff Development

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Galesburg Public Library

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.

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.

Holiday

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Galesburg Public Library

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.

Holiday

All Day 12/24–12/26
Closing
Branches:
Galesburg Public Library