Adults

Stay tuned for a registration link! We are joining libraries across the state of Illinois to host award-winning author, Jesmyn Ward. Ward will discuss how her literary vision and personal experiences address urgent questions about racism and social injustice. The event will be held virtually on Wednesday, October 12 at 7 pm. We are joining… Continue reading Illinois Libraries Present: Jesmyn Ward – Virtual

Stay tuned for more details!

A domestic violence awareness event hosted by Northwest Illinois Gender and Sexuality Alliance, encouraging community members to shine a light on domestic violence by decorating purple pumpkins to show support for survivors and victims. This event will be hosted from 5-6:30 PM at the Galena Public Library and all materials are provided with a pumpkin… Continue reading Paint Galena Purple!

Take a closer look at Europe in 1900 and events leading up to World War I. Topics include: actions taken in Jutland and on the Eastern Front, the sinking of the Lusitania, U-boat warfare, and battles including Paris, Verdun, and the Somme. The final German offensive, arrival of American troops, the Armistice, and Treaty of… Continue reading Highland Lifelong Learning: World War I Overview – In-person