The Galesburg Public Library offers a variety of programs for adults, including book and movie discussions, craft and coloring programs, and author events. We also offer programs that are for all ages. If you have a question about or a suggestion for a program, please email us at reference@galesburglibrary.org or call us at (309) 343-6118.
December 2021
Tome Raiders Book Club – Finna
DECEMBER’S SELECTION: Finna by Nino Cipri
When an elderly customer at a Swedish big box furniture store – but not that one – slips through a portal to another dimension, it’s up to two minimum-wage employees to track her across the multiverse and protect their company’s bottom line. Multi-dimensional swashbuckling would be hard enough, but those two unfortunate souls broke up a week ago. To find the missing granny, Ava and Jules will brave carnivorous furniture, swarms of identical furniture spokespeople, and the deep resentment simmering between them. Can friendship blossom from the ashes of their relationship? In infinite dimensions, all things are possible.
Copies of the book are available at the library for checkout.
The event will be held at a private home; please contact the Reference Desk at 309-343-6118 #6 for the address.
14 December
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Tuesday Book Club – Interference
DECEMBER’S SELECTION: Interference by Brad Parks
Physicist Matt Bronik is suffering from seizures that medical science is powerless to explain, to the dismay of his wife, Brigid. Matt doesn’t think these fits are related to his research, but he’s wrong. Matt is prodding the mysteries of the quantum universe, with terrible repercussions for his health (and perhaps even for humanity as a whole). Then, he disappears. When foul play is feared, there is no shortage of suspects. With Matt’s life in danger, Brigid sets out to find him.
Copies of the book are available for checkout at the library.
16 December
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Thursday Book Club – Interference
DECEMBER’S SELECTION: Interference by Brad Parks
Physicist Matt Bronik is suffering from seizures that medical science is powerless to explain, to the dismay of his wife, Brigid. Matt doesn’t think these fits are related to his research, but he’s wrong. Matt is prodding the mysteries of the quantum universe, with terrible repercussions for his health (and perhaps even for humanity as a whole). Then, he disappears. When foul play is feared, there is no shortage of suspects. With Matt’s life in danger, Brigid sets out to find him.
Copies of the book are available for checkout at the library.
21 December
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Drop-in SNAP Assistance
Need help applying for SNAP benefits? Stop by Galesburg Public Library on Tuesday, December 21 from 1-3 p.m. to receive one-on-one assistance from River Bend Food Bank.
Movie of the Book Club – Title to be announced
DECEMBER’S SELECTION: TBA
The movie group meets in the evening once a month on the third Tuesday to watch a new movie at the AMC Showplace. The group sees movies based on books or otherwise connected to literature whenever possible.
A discussion at Culver’s on Henderson Street follows. Movie titles and times are announced about one week in advance, when the theater posts its upcoming schedule.
Send an email to reference@galesburglibrary.org to be added to the Movie Club’s email distribution list. Newcomers are always welcome! If you let library staff know in advance that you are attending for the first time, we’ll keep an eye out for you. Both the movie and the restaurant are pay-your-own-way.
29 December
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Digital Discourse — The Book of Boba Fett
DECEMBER’S SELECTION: The Book of Boba Fett
Boba Fett has intrigued us since he first appeared in the Star Wars universe. This December he gets his own live-action TV series on the Disney+ streaming service.
The Book of Boba Fett premieres on Disney+ on December 29. Watch at home and then join a virtual discussion on Facebook in the GPL Online Discussion group. You will need to join the GPL Online Discussion group to participate in the discussion. Questions will be posted in the group starting at 7:00 pm.
January 2022
17 January
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Keep Calm & Color On — Adult Coloring Program
Adult coloring for relaxation is back! We’ll provide music, drinks, coloring pages, and colored pencils. Free! For adults only.
This month we will meet upstairs in the Sanderson Room.
February 2022
21 February
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Keep Calm & Color On — Adult Coloring Program
Adult coloring for relaxation is back! We’ll provide music, drinks, coloring pages, and colored pencils. Free! For adults only.
This month we will meet upstairs in the Sanderson Room.
March 2022
21 March
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Keep Calm & Color On — Adult Coloring Program
Adult coloring for relaxation is back! We’ll provide music, drinks, coloring pages, and colored pencils. Free! For adults only.
This month we will meet upstairs in the Sanderson Room.
April 2022
18 April
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Keep Calm & Color On — Adult Coloring Program
Adult coloring for relaxation is back! We’ll provide music, drinks, coloring pages, and colored pencils. Free! For adults only.
This month we will meet upstairs in the Sanderson Room.
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