Drop into the library any time to sign up for the 2025 Summer Reading Program: Color Our World, for preschool through 6th grade, with Bluey & friends. Pick up a reading log, snap a "granny" photo, do a Bluey craft and grab free Bluey merch. Sponsored by Friends of Galena Public Library, Inc; Candy Carnival;… Continue reading Color Our World: Summer Reading Kick-Off: Bluey Edition
Summer reading at the library kicks off May 27! Stop by the library any time that day to sign up, grab a reading log and celebrate color with Bluey activities. Children in preschool through sixth grade will color in a paint splotch on their log for every 30 minutes they read. For every three hours… Continue reading Summer Reading Program
Summer reading at the library kicks off May 27! Stop by the library any time that day to sign up, grab a reading log and celebrate color with Bluey activities. Children in preschool through sixth grade will color in a paint splotch on their log for every 30 minutes they read. For every three hours… Continue reading Summer Reading Program
Fifth through twelfth graders are invited to drop in and play board games, card games, video games, and more with friends! Free pizza. Note that Game Night will be held in Depot Park on June 25.
Summer reading at the library kicks off May 27! Stop by the library any time that day to sign up, grab a reading log and celebrate color with Bluey activities. Children in preschool through sixth grade will color in a paint splotch on their log for every 30 minutes they read. For every three hours… Continue reading Summer Reading Program
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 new activity each week. Activities will include science experiments, arts and craft projects, gaming and more. Light snacks will be served. Transportation is available from… Continue reading Tween Time
Summer reading at the library kicks off May 27! Stop by the library any time that day to sign up, grab a reading log and celebrate color with Bluey activities. Children in preschool through sixth grade will color in a paint splotch on their log for every 30 minutes they read. For every three hours… Continue reading Summer Reading Program
Wear your bathing suit and enjoy water play after a brief storytime. For birth through second grade.
Summer reading at the library kicks off May 27! Stop by the library any time that day to sign up, grab a reading log and celebrate color with Bluey activities. Children in preschool through sixth grade will color in a paint splotch on their log for every 30 minutes they read. For every three hours… Continue reading Summer Reading Program
Summer reading at the library kicks off May 27! Stop by the library any time that day to sign up, grab a reading log and celebrate color with Bluey activities. Children in preschool through sixth grade will color in a paint splotch on their log for every 30 minutes they read. For every three hours… Continue reading Summer Reading Program
Summer reading at the library kicks off May 27! Stop by the library any time that day to sign up, grab a reading log and celebrate color with Bluey activities. Children in preschool through sixth grade will color in a paint splotch on their log for every 30 minutes they read. For every three hours… Continue reading Summer Reading Program
Enjoy a dog trick show from Angelic Paws and learn about dog behavior and how to approach new dogs. Sign up at tinyurl.com/GPLdogdays
Summer reading at the library kicks off May 27! Stop by the library any time that day to sign up, grab a reading log and celebrate color with Bluey activities. Children in preschool through sixth grade will color in a paint splotch on their log for every 30 minutes they read. For every three hours… Continue reading Summer Reading Program
Summer reading at the library kicks off May 27! Stop by the library any time that day to sign up, grab a reading log and celebrate color with Bluey activities. Children in preschool through sixth grade will color in a paint splotch on their log for every 30 minutes they read. For every three hours… Continue reading Summer Reading Program
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, library materials (books, video games, movies, etc.), and more! This a hybrid program; snacks will be provided for those who attend in person. If you… Continue reading Teen Advisory Group
Summer reading at the library kicks off May 27! Stop by the library any time that day to sign up, grab a reading log and celebrate color with Bluey activities. Children in preschool through sixth grade will color in a paint splotch on their log for every 30 minutes they read. For every three hours… Continue reading Summer Reading Program
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 new activity each week. Activities will include science experiments, arts and craft projects, gaming and more. Light snacks will be served. Transportation is available from… Continue reading Tween Time
Summer reading at the library kicks off May 27! Stop by the library any time that day to sign up, grab a reading log and celebrate color with Bluey activities. Children in preschool through sixth grade will color in a paint splotch on their log for every 30 minutes they read. For every three hours… Continue reading Summer Reading Program
Summer reading at the library kicks off May 27! Stop by the library any time that day to sign up, grab a reading log and celebrate color with Bluey activities. Children in preschool through sixth grade will color in a paint splotch on their log for every 30 minutes they read. For every three hours… Continue reading Summer Reading Program
Summer reading at the library kicks off May 27! Stop by the library any time that day to sign up, grab a reading log and celebrate color with Bluey activities. Children in preschool through sixth grade will color in a paint splotch on their log for every 30 minutes they read. For every three hours… Continue reading Summer Reading Program
Summer reading at the library kicks off May 27! Stop by the library any time that day to sign up, grab a reading log and celebrate color with Bluey activities. Children in preschool through sixth grade will color in a paint splotch on their log for every 30 minutes they read. For every three hours… Continue reading Summer Reading Program
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. Agenda packets may be found here: https://galenalibrary.org/our-meeting-agendas/
Summer reading at the library kicks off May 27! Stop by the library any time that day to sign up, grab a reading log and celebrate color with Bluey activities. Children in preschool through sixth grade will color in a paint splotch on their log for every 30 minutes they read. For every three hours… Continue reading Summer Reading Program
Summer reading at the library kicks off May 27! Stop by the library any time that day to sign up, grab a reading log and celebrate color with Bluey activities. Children in preschool through sixth grade will color in a paint splotch on their log for every 30 minutes they read. For every three hours… Continue reading Summer Reading Program
Summer reading at the library kicks off May 27! Stop by the library any time that day to sign up, grab a reading log and celebrate color with Bluey activities. Children in preschool through sixth grade will color in a paint splotch on their log for every 30 minutes they read. For every three hours… Continue reading Summer Reading Program
Using discarded books and upcycled materials create your own inspirational journal! We'll have materials to use, but feel free to bring your own stash of ephemera, memories, magazines, photos, craft supplies, or whatever you think you might want to include in your own personalized journal. Led by Jennifer Lancour, library clerk. Register for all three… Continue reading Create Your Own Junk Journal (in-person)
Summer reading at the library kicks off May 27! Stop by the library any time that day to sign up, grab a reading log and celebrate color with Bluey activities. Children in preschool through sixth grade will color in a paint splotch on their log for every 30 minutes they read. For every three hours… Continue reading Summer Reading Program
Summer reading at the library kicks off May 27! Stop by the library any time that day to sign up, grab a reading log and celebrate color with Bluey activities. Children in preschool through sixth grade will color in a paint splotch on their log for every 30 minutes they read. For every three hours… Continue reading Summer Reading Program
Join us for our first ever spoken word open mic at the Pride Picnic hosted by the Galena Public Library and Galena's Poet Laureate! The Galena Pride Picnic is a welcoming and affirming space to come together and express self through poetry and spoken word. This is not a competition, just a space to speak… Continue reading Galena Pride Picnic: Spoken Word LGBTQIA Open Mic
Summer reading at the library kicks off May 27! Stop by the library any time that day to sign up, grab a reading log and celebrate color with Bluey activities. Children in preschool through sixth grade will color in a paint splotch on their log for every 30 minutes they read. For every three hours… Continue reading Summer Reading Program
Summer reading at the library kicks off May 27! Stop by the library any time that day to sign up, grab a reading log and celebrate color with Bluey activities. Children in preschool through sixth grade will color in a paint splotch on their log for every 30 minutes they read. For every three hours… Continue reading Summer Reading Program
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
Summer reading at the library kicks off May 27! Stop by the library any time that day to sign up, grab a reading log and celebrate color with Bluey activities. Children in preschool through sixth grade will color in a paint splotch on their log for every 30 minutes they read. For every three hours… Continue reading Summer Reading Program
Dress for mess as we explore rainbow science with outdoor experiments. We will make color-changing slime, color-changing lemonade and water bead jars. For kids going into kindergarten through sixth grade.
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.
Summer reading at the library kicks off May 27! Stop by the library any time that day to sign up, grab a reading log and celebrate color with Bluey activities. Children in preschool through sixth grade will color in a paint splotch on their log for every 30 minutes they read. For every three hours… Continue reading Summer Reading Program
Summer reading at the library kicks off May 27! Stop by the library any time that day to sign up, grab a reading log and celebrate color with Bluey activities. Children in preschool through sixth grade will color in a paint splotch on their log for every 30 minutes they read. For every three hours… Continue reading Summer Reading Program
Summer reading at the library kicks off May 27! Stop by the library any time that day to sign up, grab a reading log and celebrate color with Bluey activities. Children in preschool through sixth grade will color in a paint splotch on their log for every 30 minutes they read. For every three hours… Continue reading Summer Reading Program
Summer reading at the library kicks off May 27! Stop by the library any time that day to sign up, grab a reading log and celebrate color with Bluey activities. Children in preschool through sixth grade will color in a paint splotch on their log for every 30 minutes they read. For every three hours… Continue reading Summer Reading Program
Summer reading at the library kicks off May 27! Stop by the library any time that day to sign up, grab a reading log and celebrate color with Bluey activities. Children in preschool through sixth grade will color in a paint splotch on their log for every 30 minutes they read. For every three hours… Continue reading Summer Reading Program
Summer reading at the library kicks off May 27! Stop by the library any time that day to sign up, grab a reading log and celebrate color with Bluey activities. Children in preschool through sixth grade will color in a paint splotch on their log for every 30 minutes they read. For every three hours… Continue reading Summer Reading Program
Summer reading at the library kicks off May 27! Stop by the library any time that day to sign up, grab a reading log and celebrate color with Bluey activities. Children in preschool through sixth grade will color in a paint splotch on their log for every 30 minutes they read. For every three hours… Continue reading Summer Reading Program
Summer reading at the library kicks off May 27! Stop by the library any time that day to sign up, grab a reading log and celebrate color with Bluey activities. Children in preschool through sixth grade will color in a paint splotch on their log for every 30 minutes they read. For every three hours… Continue reading Summer Reading Program
Join 4-H Educator Kelly Lafferty for a 90-minute gaming program that will encourage creativity, decision-making, and social interaction. For youth in kindergarten through sixth grade.
Enjoy the music of the Tall Grass Chamber Music Festival while they rehearse in the library! You'll be able to interact with the musicians and learn more about the festival. This is an open rehearsal so you can drop in at any time and stay as long as you'd like. The Tall Grass Chamber Music… Continue reading Tall Grass Chamber Music Festival Open Rehearsal (in-person)
Fifth through twelfth graders are invited to drop in and play board games, card games, video games, and more with friends! Free pizza. Note that Game Night will be held in Depot Park on June 25.
Summer reading at the library kicks off May 27! Stop by the library any time that day to sign up, grab a reading log and celebrate color with Bluey activities. Children in preschool through sixth grade will color in a paint splotch on their log for every 30 minutes they read. For every three hours… Continue reading Summer Reading Program
Summer reading at the library kicks off May 27! Stop by the library any time that day to sign up, grab a reading log and celebrate color with Bluey activities. Children in preschool through sixth grade will color in a paint splotch on their log for every 30 minutes they read. For every three hours… Continue reading Summer Reading Program
Wear your bathing suit and enjoy water play after a brief storytime. For birth through second grade.
Five rounds of trivia questions focused on the LGBTQIA+ community. How much do you really know about Pride? From the history of the movement, pop culture, and more these trivia questions may just leave you stumped! Teams of up to six must register in advance. One person should register a team and let us know… Continue reading Pride Trivia Night with Anna Mae! (in-person)
Summer reading at the library kicks off May 27! Stop by the library any time that day to sign up, grab a reading log and celebrate color with Bluey activities. Children in preschool through sixth grade will color in a paint splotch on their log for every 30 minutes they read. For every three hours… Continue reading Summer Reading Program
Summer reading at the library kicks off May 27! Stop by the library any time that day to sign up, grab a reading log and celebrate color with Bluey activities. Children in preschool through sixth grade will color in a paint splotch on their log for every 30 minutes they read. For every three hours… Continue reading Summer Reading Program
Summer reading at the library kicks off May 27! Stop by the library any time that day to sign up, grab a reading log and celebrate color with Bluey activities. Children in preschool through sixth grade will color in a paint splotch on their log for every 30 minutes they read. For every three hours… Continue reading Summer Reading Program
Summer reading at the library kicks off May 27! Stop by the library any time that day to sign up, grab a reading log and celebrate color with Bluey activities. Children in preschool through sixth grade will color in a paint splotch on their log for every 30 minutes they read. For every three hours… Continue reading Summer Reading Program
Esta presentación fue compuesta para explicar lo que hacen los bancos, productos que ofrecen y los usos de cada servicio. También, vamos a tener consejos como utilizar estos servicios a la máxima capacidad para mejorar nuestro estado financiero. Últimamente, incluidos están consejos como manejar su dinero adecuadamente utilizando estos servicios. Presentado por: Josue Fernandez, Financial… Continue reading Básicas de Banco (in-person)
Summer reading at the library kicks off May 27! Stop by the library any time that day to sign up, grab a reading log and celebrate color with Bluey activities. Children in preschool through sixth grade will color in a paint splotch on their log for every 30 minutes they read. For every three hours… Continue reading Summer Reading Program
Read The Day the Crayons Quit with Angela Miller, 4-H Coordinator and then create artwork using one color family. This program will discuss "monochromatic vs. polychromatic," tones and shades, thinking outside the box and how colors make us feel. Designed for children in kindergarten through third grade.
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, library materials (books, video games, movies, etc.), and more! This a hybrid program; snacks will be provided for those who attend in person. If you… Continue reading Teen Advisory Group
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
