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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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Time	Mon (10/13)	Tue (10/14)	Wed (10/15)	Thu (10/16)	Fri (10/17)	Sat (10/18)
All Day	Closing Staff Day All Day Branches: Galesburg Public Library Description: Closed for Staff Development Day
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 "Everyone" group Friends of the Library Book Sale 9:30am–12:00pm 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: Community Room Age Group: Everyone Program Type: Friends of the Library Event Details: The Friends of the Library Book Sale is open to everyone! 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.
10 am					This event is in the "Everyone" group Friends of the Library Book Sale 10:00am–6:00pm 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: Community Room Age Group: Everyone Program Type: Friends of the Library Event Details: The Friends of the Library Book Sale is open to everyone! 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.
11 am			This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Sewing Machine Lesson 11:00am–12:30pm Teens, Adults Arts & Crafts Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library Room: Skills Lab Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Come and join us in the Skills Lab as the titular Ron from Ron's Sewing Center gives an overview of sewing and embroidery machines!
12 pm
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 to discuss The Message by Ta-Nehisi Coates.	Genealogy Assistance 1:00pm–4:00pm Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library			This event is in the "Everyone" group Friends of the Library Bag Sale 1:00pm–4:30pm 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: Community Room Age Group: Everyone Program Type: Friends of the Library Event Details: Fill a bag for $5. Bags will be provided. 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.
2 pm			This event is in the "Children" group Kids Craft Workshop 2:00pm–4:00pm Children Arts & Crafts 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: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Drop in and create some fall-themed craft projects! Designed for kids in grades K-5. Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by 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 "Adults" group Free movie: Mickey 17 2:00pm–4:30pm Adults Movie 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: Community Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Movie Event Details: Join us for popcorn and a movie! This month, we're watching Mickey 17 (Warner Bros, 139 minutes, R). 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 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.
3 pm				This event is in the "Everyone" group Friends of the Library Book Sale: Preview Sale for Friends Members 3:00pm–6:00pm 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: Community Room Age Group: Everyone Program Type: Friends of the Library Event Details: Preview Sale for members of the Friends of the Library. Friends membership $10.	This event is in the "Children" group The Science of Autumn 3:00pm–4:00pm 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: Drop in to learn about fun fall topics like leaves changing color and animals hibernating, all through crafts and activities. For kids in grades K-6; kids under 8 must be accompanied by 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.
4 pm				This event is in the "Children" group Pageturners Book Club for Kids 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: 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. 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		Skills Lab 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 Tech Lab Hours 5:00pm–7:45pm Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library Room: Tech Lab
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 "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 Message by Ta-Nehisi Coates.

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