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January Reading Challenge, Jan 1-31 2026

New Year, New Books: 2026 January Reading Challenge

All Day 1/1 - 1/31

Library Branch: Virtual

Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, Everyone

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Attention book-lovers of ALL ages! Did you score some new books over the holidays? Looking for a stack of new reads to check out from the library?

Reading Buddies

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm

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Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library

Room: Children's Programming Room

Age Group: Children

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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 three sessions may choose a free book to keep.

Toddler Storytime

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am

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Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library

Room: Children's Programming Room

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Storytime

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

Tome Raiders Book Discussion

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

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Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library

Room: Group Study Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Book Club

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Join us to discuss When the Moon Hits Your Eye by John Scalzi.

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

Bilingual storytime, 2nd and 4th Tuesdays at 6:30 PM

Cuenta Cuentos: Bilingual Storytime

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm

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Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library

Room: Children's Programming Room

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Storytime

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

Reading Buddies

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm

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Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library

Room: Children's Programming Room

Age Group: Children

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Toddler Storytime

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am

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Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library

Room: Children's Programming Room

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Storytime

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

Alice's Ordinary People

Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm

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Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Everyone

Program Type: Discussion, Movie

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Meet the director and experience a fascinating documentary about Alice Tregay!

Reading Buddies

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm

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Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library

Room: Children's Programming Room

Age Group: Children

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Toddler Storytime

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am

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Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library

Room: Children's Programming Room

Age Group: Children

Program Type: Storytime

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

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9 am			This event is in the "Children" group Baby Bounce 9:15am–10:00am Children Storytime, Summer Reading This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library Room: Children's Programming Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytime, Summer Reading 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.			Tech Lab Open 9:00am–1:00pm Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library Room: Tech Lab Event Details: Our Tech Lab is open! You can make an appointment with the Reference Desk (309-343-6118 option 4 or reference@galesburglibrary.org), or drop in as time allows!
10 am	This event is in the "Children" group Summer Storytime 10:00am–10:30am Children Storytime, Summer Reading This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library Room: Children's Programming Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytime, Summer Reading Event Details: Stories, songs, and movement, geared toward kids ages 5 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.
11 am		This event is in the "Children" group Jim Gill: A Sing-Along and Play-Along Concert 11:00am–12:00pm Children Music, Summer Reading This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library Room: Community Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Music, Summer Reading Event Details: Get ready to sing, clap, and dance along during this visit by award-winning musician and author Jim Gill. 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 Employment Specialist in the Green Room 11:30am–12:30pm Teens, Adults This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library Room: Green Study Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Event Details: Please schedule an appointment with the Employment Specialist by visiting the Reference Desk, calling 309-343-6118 option 4, or emailing reference@galesburglibrary.org.
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1 pm	This event is in the "Adults" group Adult Coloring 1:30pm–3:30pm Adults Arts & Crafts This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library Room: Group Study Room Age Group: 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.		Genealogy Assistance 1:00pm–4:00pm Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
2 pm			Tech Lab Appointments 2:00pm–4:45pm Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library Room: Tech Lab	Skills Lab Appointments 2:00pm–5:00pm Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library Room: Skills Lab	Tech Lab Open Hours 2:00pm–4:45pm Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library Room: Tech Lab	This event is in the "Teens" group Teen Movie Club: Happy Gilmore 2:00pm–4:00pm Teens Movie, Summer Reading This event is in the "Teens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library Room: Community Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Movie, Summer Reading Event Details: Join us for a teens-only screening of Happy Gilmore (Universal Pictures, 92 minutes, PG-13). Pillows, blankets, and sitting on the floor are encouraged!
3 pm
4 pm	This event is in the "Teens" group Teen Dungeons & Dragons Club 4:00pm–6:00pm Teens This event is in the "Teens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library Room: CBI Bank & Trust Meeting Room Age Group: Teens Tech Lab Open 4:30pm–7:30pm Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library Room: Tech Lab Event Details: Stop by the Reference desk, call 309-343-6118 option 4, email reference@galesburglibrary.org, or stop by the Reference desk to schedule an appointment in the Tech Lab. Walk-ins are welcome as time allows.
5 pm	This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Employment Specialist in the Green Room 5:00pm–7:45pm Teens, Adults This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library Room: Green Study Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Event Details: Please schedule an appointment with the employment specialist by visiting the reference desk or by calling 309-343-6118 option 4, or by emailing reference@galesburglibrary.org.	This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Employment Specialist in the Green Room 5:00pm–7:45pm Teens, Adults This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library Room: Green Study Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Event Details: Please schedule an appointment with the employment specialist by visiting the reference desk or by calling 309-343-6118 option 4, or by emailing reference@galesburglibrary.org. Skills Lab Open Hours 5:00pm–7:45pm Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library Room: Skills Lab		This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Employment Specialist in the Green Room 5:00pm–7:45pm Teens, Adults This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library Room: Green Study Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Event Details: Please schedule an appointment with the employment specialist by visiting the reference desk or by calling 309-343-6118 option 4, or by emailing reference@galesburglibrary.org.
6 pm	This event is in the "Children" group Young Adventurers: Dungeons & Dragons for Beginners 6:00pm–7:30pm Children Summer Reading This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library Room: Children's Programming Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Summer Reading 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 special summer library-themed 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 Tome Raiders Book Discussion 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults Book Club This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library Room: Group Study Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Club Event Details: Join us to discuss Kindred by Octavia Butler.			This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Kids vs. Adults Battle! 6:00pm–7:00pm Children, Adults, Everyone Summer Reading This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library Room: Community Room Age Group: Children, Adults, Everyone Program Type: Summer Reading Event Details: Who’s better: kids or adults? Find out by competing in a series of silly games, puzzles, and activities. Open to all ages; advance registration is required.

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