Morning Book Club (in-person)
Galena Public Library 601 S. Bench St., Galena, IL, United StatesClick here to see the monthly selections. This book club meets on Monday morning at 9:30 am.
Click here to see the monthly selections. This book club meets on Monday morning at 9:30 am.
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 p.m. every Monday school is in session, beginning September 9, at the Galena Public Library. Light snacks will be served. Sign up at tinyurl.com/gplsteam24
Who was Dr. Mudd and why was he sentenced to life in prison at Fort Jefferson after the Assassination of Lincoln? Follow the assassination, escape, trial, conviction, sentencing, and hanging of John Wilkes Booth and others in July 1865, and the recent efforts to have Dr. Mudd’s good name restored. Taught by Dr. Gordon Dammann.… Continue reading Highland Lifelong Learning: The Assassination of Lincoln and the Saga of Dr. Mudd
Welcome Jason Reynolds, #1 New York Times bestselling author, advocate, mentor, and 2020-2022 National Ambassador for Young People's Literature. The recipient of a Newbery Honor, a Printz Honor, a Carnegie Medal, an NAACP Image Award, and multiple Coretta Scott King honors, Reynolds' beloved and award-winning titles include Stamped (with Ibram X. Kendi), Stuntboy, the Track… Continue reading Raise Your Voice with Jason Reynolds (virtual)
Fifth through twelfth graders are invited to drop in and play board games, card games, and video games with friends! Snacks will be provided.
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
Learn about fair housing laws, tenant rights, and landlord expectations and responsibilities. Presented by Josue Fernandez an educator with Consumer Credit Council Northern Illinois. Register to attend virtually here: https://bit.ly/3WuyUmY
Discover how retailers entice shoppers to make impulse purchases and how to avoid going overboard on your holiday shopping. Presented by Josue Fernandez an educator with Consumer Credit Council Northern Illinois. Register to attend virtually here: https://bit.ly/3LY4Hrs
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 p.m. every Monday school is in session, beginning September 9, at the Galena Public Library. Light snacks will be served. Sign up at tinyurl.com/gplsteam24
Needle felting is the process of using a barbed needle to sculpt wool roving into a work of art. In this two-part (December 3 & 5) workshop, Larissa will guide participants in the process of making an owl. Please register here: https://gplfelting.eventbrite.com All materials will be provided in a kit to take home. Everyone of… Continue reading Needle Felting Workshop (in-person)
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
