Luck o’ the Draw
Check out a wrapped up book, read it, review it. Repeat. Each review is a chance to win a $25 gift card to Kandy Kitchen! Preschool through sixth grade.
LIBRARY HOURS
MON – THU: 10:00am – 7:00pm
FRI & SAT: 10:00am – 5:00pm
Closed Sundays
HISTORICAL ROOM HOURS
TUE-SAT: 12:00pm – 5:00pm
SUN & MON: Closed
Check out a wrapped up book, read it, review it. Repeat. Each review is a chance to win a $25 gift card to Kandy Kitchen! Preschool through sixth grade.
Explore the intersecting worlds of science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics in this hands-on program for kids in kindergarten through fourth grade. STEAM Club meets from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30… Continue reading STEAM Club
For youth in 4th-6th grade. Meets from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. every Thursday school is in session, beginning September 5. Tweens will get a chance to socialize with a… Continue reading Tween Time
Learn about the recycle and reuse options in Jo-Daviess county and the tri-state area. Led by Jennifer Lancour, library clerk. Register here: https://gplrecycle.eventbrite.com
Explore the intersecting worlds of science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics in this hands-on program for kids in kindergarten through fourth grade. STEAM Club meets from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30… Continue reading STEAM Club
Tell us what the library can do to better serve you at Teen Advisory Group! 7th-12th graders will be given the opportunity to earn volunteer hours for suggesting programs, prizes,… Continue reading Teen Advisory Group
For youth in 4th-6th grade. Meets from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. every Thursday school is in session, beginning September 5. Tweens will get a chance to socialize with a… Continue reading Tween Time
Celebrate Earth Month with BlackForager, Alexis Nikole Nelson. A forager, outdoor educator, chef, and influencer based in Ohio, Nelson uses her platforms to yell, sing and celebrate all the edible… Continue reading Illinois Libraries Present: The Art of Foraging with Alexis Nikole Nelson (virtual)
Explore the intersecting worlds of science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics in this hands-on program for kids in kindergarten through fourth grade. STEAM Club meets from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30… Continue reading STEAM Club
The regular meeting of the Board of Trustees is held in the Historical Room of the Galena Public Library. The public is welcome to attend all meetings of the Trustees.… Continue reading Regular Board Meeting
To see the monthly book selections, click here. This book club meets in a hybrid format on the third Tuesday evening at 6 pm. To attend virtually, please contact distlerl@galenalibrary.org
Find out what 4-H is all about: pursuing your interests, having fun with friends and helping your community! Open to all kids who are 5-18 year of age.
Fifth through twelfth graders are invited to drop in and play board games, card games, video games, and more with friends! Snacks will be provided.
Come join host Ted Williams, Galena's Poet Laureate, at Miss Kitty's Grape Escape for an evening filled with powerful words, emotions, and imagination. Any and all poets 18+ are welcome… Continue reading Poetry Slam! (in-person)
For youth in 4th-6th grade. Meets from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. every Thursday school is in session, beginning September 5. Tweens will get a chance to socialize with a… Continue reading Tween Time
Join us for Silent Book Club where readers gather for low key socializing and quiet reading in a comfy location with cozy vibes. This month's location is Galena Roasters Coffee… Continue reading Silent Book Club April Gathering After Hours at Galena Roasters! (in-person)
Click here to see the monthly selections. This book club meets on the third Monday morning of each month at 9:30 am. To attend virtually email diedrichj@galenalibrary.org
For youth in 4th-6th grade. Meets from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. every Thursday school is in session, beginning September 5. Tweens will get a chance to socialize with a… Continue reading Tween Time
Using discarded books and upcycled materials create your own journal! Led by Jennifer Lancour, library clerk. Register here: https://gpljunkjournal.eventbrite.com
Explore the intersecting worlds of science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics in this hands-on program for kids in kindergarten through fourth grade. STEAM Club meets from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30… Continue reading STEAM Club
For youth in 4th-6th grade. Meets from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. every Thursday school is in session, beginning September 5. Tweens will get a chance to socialize with a… Continue reading Tween Time
Join bestselling author and illustrator Dan Santat for an afternoon event all about books and art with friend and collaborator, author Minh Lê. Dan Santat is the author and illustrator… Continue reading Illinois Libraries Present: Art & Adventure with Author/Illustrator Dan Santat (virtual + watch party)
601 S Bench St
Galena, IL 61036
815.777.0200
LIBRARY HOURS
MON – THU: 10:00am – 7:00pm
FRI & SAT: 10:00am – 5:00pm
HISTORICAL ROOM HOURS
SUN & MON: Closed
TUE – SAT: 12:00pm – 5:00pm
601 S Bench St
Galena, IL 61036
815.777.0200
LIBRARY HOURS
MON – THU: 11:00am – 8:00pm
FRI & SAT: 11:00am – 5:00pm
HISTORICAL ROOM HOURS
MON WED FRI: 1:00pm – 5:00pm
SAT: 1:00pm – 3:00pm