Calendar

The Friends of the Galesburg Public Library fall book sale will take place October 18, 19, and 21.

The sale runs from 4:00-7:00 PM on Friday night. The evening sale is free for Friends of the Library members or $5 per person for non-members. The sale runs from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM on Saturday and continues on Monday at 9:00 AM with a $3 bag sale until 1:00 PM. There is no entrance fee Saturday or Monday.

Donations of items for the book sales are accepted at any time except the hectic two weeks before the sale. The last date for donations for the fall sale is Wednesday, September 25. Acceptance of donations resumes Wednesday, November 6. Bringing items in early gives the Friends time to sort and organize them for the sale.

A big thank you to everyone who donates items and to everyone who shops at the sales.

The Friends of the Galesburg Public Library fall book sale will take place October 18, 19, and 21.

The sale runs from 4:00-7:00 PM on Friday night. The evening sale is free for Friends of the Library members or $5 per person for non-members. The sale runs from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM on Saturday and continues on Monday at 9:00 AM with a $3 bag sale until 1:00 PM. There is no entrance fee Saturday or Monday.

Donations of items for the book sales are accepted at any time except the hectic two weeks before the sale. The last date for donations for the fall sale is Wednesday, September 25. Acceptance of donations resumes Wednesday, November 6. Bringing items in early gives the Friends time to sort and organize them for the sale.

A big thank you to everyone who donates items and to everyone who shops at the sales.

Technology Together allows families to share a meal at the library before exploring safe, fun, and educational apps and digital tools together with guidance. Apps explored will be primarily geared toward preschoolers and young children; however, children of all ages are welcome.

Registration is required to participate in Technology Together. For a registration form or to learn more information, call 343-6118 or stop by the Children’s Room.

The Friends of the Galesburg Public Library fall book sale will take place October 18, 19, and 21.

The sale runs from 4:00-7:00 PM on Friday night. The evening sale is free for Friends of the Library members or $5 per person for non-members. The sale runs from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM on Saturday and continues on Monday at 9:00 AM with a $3 bag sale until 1:00 PM. There is no entrance fee Saturday or Monday.

Donations of items for the book sales are accepted at any time except the hectic two weeks before the sale. The last date for donations for the fall sale is Wednesday, September 25. Acceptance of donations resumes Wednesday, November 6. Bringing items in early gives the Friends time to sort and organize them for the sale.

A big thank you to everyone who donates items and to everyone who shops at the sales.

Tai Chi is a Chinese art and exercise form that can help improve balance and joint mobility and maybe even help stave off dementia.  Xiaoqi Wu of Eastern Therapeutic has been teaching Tai Chi in Galesburg for 14 years. She will be leading sessions of the set routine each Tuesday at the Galesburg Public Library in October. If you have taken Tai Chi from Xiaoqi Wu before, please join us.

A donation of $3 is suggested but not required.

We are also taking orders for Tai Chi t-shirts. $10 for sizes up to XL.

Kids ages 5-12 (K-Grade 5) are invited to join us for this fun club, where each month we will explore a topic in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math through hands-on, station-based activities. Signup is required, and children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult. 

Kids ages 5-12 (K-Grade 5) are invited to join us for this fun club, where each month we will explore a topic in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math through hands-on, station-based activities. Signup is required, and children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult. 

Would you be able to survive a zombie apocalypse or some other disaster? Come get survival tips  from members of the Galesburg Police Department and 911 Dispatch to better your chances against the walking dead and other calamities! Open to teens ages 12-18 or in grades 6-12. Sign up at the Reference Desk or by calling 343-6118.

Toddler storytime is intended for children ages 18 – 36 months and their caregivers. Come enjoy interactive stories, songs, and movement, all designed to encourage toddlers’ emerging language skills and point them towards a lifelong love of reading!

Children ages 3-7 are invited to join us for books, crafts, songs, and movement as they build early literacy skills!

For children ages 0-5 years old accompanied by an adult. Children will be singing and dancing! This class will be held on Thursdays when District 205 has school. Located in the Sanderson Room at the library.

Take part on icky, disgusting challenges for the bravest of kids. Open to kids in grades K-5; children under age 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Registration required. Please call 343-6118 or stop by the Children’s Room to sign up.

Tome Raiders discussion at Hardee’s of One Way by S.J. Morden. 

Stranded on Mars with seven other convicts, one man must fight for survival on a planet where everyone’s a killer.

You will purchase your own food. Copies of the book are available on the Hold Shelf at the library for checkout.

Adult coloring for relaxation. We’ll provide music, drinks, coloring pages, and colored pencils. Free! For adults only. 

Create your own hero and join the ongoing epic quest! New players are welcome, even if you’ve never played before. Advance registration is required; come to the Reference Desk or call 343-6118 to sign up.

Technology Together allows families to share a meal at the library before exploring safe, fun, and educational apps and digital tools together with guidance. Apps explored will be primarily geared toward preschoolers and young children; however, children of all ages are welcome.

Registration is required to participate in Technology Together. For a registration form or to learn more information, call 343-6118 or stop by the Children’s Room.

Tai Chi is a Chinese art and exercise form that can help improve balance and joint mobility and maybe even help stave off dementia.  Xiaoqi Wu of Eastern Therapeutic has been teaching Tai Chi in Galesburg for 14 years. She will be leading sessions of the set routine each Tuesday at the Galesburg Public Library in October. If you have taken Tai Chi from Xiaoqi Wu before, please join us.

A donation of $3 is suggested but not required.

We are also taking orders for Tai Chi t-shirts. $10 for sizes up to XL.

Toddler storytime is intended for children ages 18 – 36 months and their caregivers. Come enjoy interactive stories, songs, and movement, all designed to encourage toddlers’ emerging language skills and point them towards a lifelong love of reading!

Children ages 3-7 are invited to join us for books, crafts, songs, and movement as they build early literacy skills!

For children ages 0-5 years old accompanied by an adult. Children will be singing and dancing! This class will be held on Thursdays when District 205 has school. Located in the Sanderson Room at the library.