This is a great project for beginner to intermediate crocheters who know the basics. The pattern primarily uses double crochet and chain stitches to create two hexagons which create the foundation of the sweater. Advanced crocheters are also welcome to join in and enjoy crocheting with a group. Register here: https://crochetstitchalong.eventbrite.com We will meet on… Continue reading Crochet Stitchalong: Hexagon Cardigan (in-person)
A drop in stitchery group for all fiber artists of all skills. This group meets in a hybrid format. Either attend in person at the library or email distlerl@galenalibrary.org to receive the Zoom invitation.
Join us to welcome Mackenzie Jane Witman to celebrate her art! Mackenzie Jane Witman is an artist living in East Dubuque with her spouse and two children. Art has been her passion since she was five years old. She's been a studio artist at the Galena center of the Arts for the past four years… Continue reading Whims and Wonders: Art by Mackenzie Jane
The Building & Grounds Committee will meet in the Historical Room at the Galena Public Library. All committee meetings are open to the public. Agendas are available here.
Join Maya Camille Broussard, star of Netflix’s Bake Squad, owner of Chicago based Justice of the Pies, and cookbook author, for a demo from her kitchen. Just in time for Thanksgiving, Chef Maya-Camille will share her love of pie, stories of those that inspired her, and tips and tricks to help you make the perfect… Continue reading Illinois Libraries Present: A Taste of Love with Maya-Camille Broussard: A Baking Demo! (virtual)
Break out your slap bracelets and tamagotchis! The nostalgia will be strong at our Back to the 90's Trivia Night! Jeff D. will ask five rounds of themed questions while spinning a specially curated playlist of 90's hits on vinyl. Costumes and creative team names are encouraged! Prizes will be awarded to the winning team!… Continue reading Back to the 90’s Trivia Night! (In-person)
Patricia will discuss what inspired her to write, her life as a genealogist and historian, and her publishing process. This is a virtual event, please register here: https://bit.ly/enteringchristmasville Entering Christmasville is the story of Miki Lewis, a project manager of Main Street Alive!, a company dedicated to revitalizing dying towns. She is given her dream… Continue reading Entering Christmasville: The Story Behind the Story (Virtual)
From her many letters, learn about Mary Jane Leekley, a fifteen year old girl who was sent away from the Galena area to boarding school during the Civil War. These letters offer an intimate peek into her life, family, and 1860's Galena. Presented by her great granddaughter, senior lecturer emerita (UW Platteville), and long time… Continue reading Mary Jane Goes to Boarding School: The Letters, 1863-1865 (Hybrid)
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