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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 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 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Tech Lab Open 9:00am–12:00pm 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: Tech Lab Age Group: Teens, Adults Event Details: Explore all the Tech Lab has to offer! Schedule an appointment at the Reference desk or by calling 309-343-6118, or email reference@galesburglibrary.org. Walk-ins are welcome as time allows.
10 am	This event is in the "Children" group Toddler Storytime 10:00am–10:30am Children Storytime 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 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.
11 am					This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Adults" group Grandma, Grandpa, and Me Tea Party 11:00am–12:00pm Children, Adults This event is in the "Children" 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: Children's Programming Room Age Group: Children, Adults Event Details: Bring Grandma and Grandpa to the library for a special Grandparents’ Month tea party! We’ll enjoy drinks, snacks, and crafts together. Open to kids ages 12 and under, together with a grandparent. Advance 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. CPR Certification Class 11:00am–2:00pm Closed Registration Required Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library Room: Skills Lab Registration Required Event Details: Come and get certified in CPR! This three hour class will teach you all you need to know about this emergency technique!
12 pm					This event is in the "Everyone" group Friends of the Library Accepting Book Donations 12:00pm–4:00pm Everyone Friends of the Library 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: Lobby Age Group: Everyone Program Type: Friends of the Library Event Details: The Friends of the Galesburg Public Library will be accepting book sale donations Saturdays, August 16 through October 11. Drop by 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM. Donate gently used books, DVDs, and CDs at their table just inside the Simmons St.
1 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group Tuesday Book Club 1:00pm–2:00pm 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: Meet us in the Group Study Room at 1:00 PM to discuss The Collected Regrets of Clover by Mikki Brammer.	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			This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Tech Lab Open 2:00pm–4:45pm 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: Tech Lab Age Group: Teens, Adults Event Details: Explore all the Tech Lab has to offer! See the Reference Desk, email reference@galesburglibrary.org, or call 309-343-6118 to schedule an appointment.	This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Skills Lab Open 2:00pm–5:00pm 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: Skills Lab Age Group: Teens, Adults Event Details: Explore all the Skills Lab has to offer! Make an appointment by visiting the Reference Desk, calling 309-343-6118, or emailing reference@galesburglibrary.org.	This event is in the "Teens" group Teen Movie Club: Jurassic Park 2:00pm–4:30pm Teens General, Movie 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: Group Study Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: General, Movie Event Details: Join us for a teens-only screening of Jurassic Park (Universal Pictures, 127 minutes, PG-13). Pillows, blankets, and sitting on the floor are encouraged!
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4 pm	This event is in the "Children" group Junior Book Club 4:00pm–5:00pm Children Book Club 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: 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 4:30pm–7:30pm 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: Tech Lab Age Group: Teens, Adults Event Details: Explore all the Tech Lab has to offer! See the Reference Desk, email reference@galesburglibrary.org, or call 309-343-6118 to schedule an appointment. Walk-ins are welcome as time allows.	This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Tech Lab Open 4:30pm–7:30pm 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: Tech Lab Age Group: Teens, Adults Event Details: Explore all the Tech Lab has to offer! See the Reference Desk, email reference@galesburglibrary.org, or call 309-343-6118 to schedule an appointment. Walk-ins are welcome as time allows.		This event is in the "Children" group LEGO Mania 4:00pm–5:00pm Children STEM 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: 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.
5 pm		This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Skills Lab Open 5:00pm–7:00pm 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: Skills Lab Age Group: Teens, Adults Event Details: Explore all the Skills Lab has to offer! Schedule an appointment at the Reference Desk, or email reference@galesburglibrary.org or call 309-343-6118. Walk-ins are welcome as time allows.	This event is in the "Everyone" group Roaming Readers 5:30pm–6:30pm Everyone Book Club, Environment, Health & Wellness Offsite Event This event is in the "Everyone" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Everyone Program Type: Book Club, Environment, Health & Wellness Event Details: Audiobook & nature lovers, this one's for you!
6 pm		This event is in the "Children" group Cuenta Cuentos: Bilingual Storytime 6:30pm–7:00pm Children Storytime 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 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 "Teens" group Teen Advisory Board 6:00pm–6:45pm 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: 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 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 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. September 11: Pizza Party 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 Thursday Book Club 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults Book Club Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Club Event Details: Meet us at Jimmy's Pizza to discuss The Collected Regrets of Clover by Mikki Brammer. This event is in the "Teens" group Mario Kart 8 Free-For-All 6:45pm–7:30pm Teens General, Technology 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: General, Technology Event Details: Play Mario Kart 8 against other teens up on the big Community Room screens! The best kart racer gets bragging rights and maybe a prize!

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