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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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10 am						This event is in the "Everyone" group Local Author Fair 10:00am–1:00pm Everyone General 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: General Event Details: Meet local authors, browse books for all ages, buy signed copies. Free gift wrapping! (Some authors may not take credit cards, so we recommend bringing cash or checks.) 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 Skills Lab Hours 11:00am–3:00pm 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	This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Tech Lab Hours 11:00am–3:00pm 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	This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Skills Lab Hours 11:00am–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	This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Skills Lab Hours 11:00am–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	This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Tech Lab Hours 11:00am–3:00pm 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
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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 Great Divide by Cristina Henriquez.	Genealogy Assistance 1:00pm–4:00pm Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library
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3 pm		This event is in the "Children" group Holiday Gift Workshop 3:00pm–7:00pm 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: Sign up for a one-hour time slot to craft a variety of handmade gifts to give away at the holidays. For kids in grades K-6. 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.
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 Skills Lab Hours 4:00pm–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: Skills Lab Age Group: Teens, Adults		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 Study Sessions 5:00pm–7:45pm Teens, Adults General 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: CBI Bank & Trust Meeting Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: General Event Details: Have finals coming up or just need a quiet place to study? Join us for a quiet study hall and enjoy snacks and coffee or tea. Open to teens and college students of all ages. 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	This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Study Sessions 5:00pm–7:45pm Teens, Adults General 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: Community Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: General Event Details: Have finals coming up or just need a quiet place to study? Join us for a quiet study hall and enjoy snacks and coffee or tea. Open to teens and college age students of all ages. 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	This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Study Sessions 5:00pm–7:45pm Teens, Adults General 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: Community Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: General Event Details: Have finals coming up or just need a quiet place to study? Join us for a quiet study hall and enjoy snacks and coffee or tea. Open to teens and college age students of all ages.	This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Study Sessions 5:00pm–7:45pm Teens, Adults General 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: CBI Bank & Trust Meeting Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: General Event Details: Have finals coming up or just need a quiet place to study? Join us for a quiet study hall and enjoy snacks and coffee or tea. Open to teens and college students of all ages.
6 pm	West Coast Swing Dance Lessons 6:30pm–7:30pm Closed Registration Required Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Galesburg Public Library Room: Community Room Registration Required Event Details: Come and learn to social dance style of West Coast Swing! No partner necessary and all experience levels welcome. Taught by Young Dance Inc.			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 Cancelled Thursday Book Club 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults Book Club Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group Cancelled 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 Great Divide by Cristina Henriquez. This event is in the "Teens" group Teen Advisory Board Holiday Party 6:45pm–7:30pm Teens Arts & Crafts, General 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: Arts & Crafts, General Event Details: Celebrate the holiday season with food, crafts, and games! Open to any teen who has attended a TAB meeting this year.

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