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/

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.

Learn more about the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC), the most popular New Deal program, which led to greater public awareness and appreciation of the outdoors and the nation’s natural resources. Enrollees of the CCC planted nearly 3 billion trees, constructed trails and lodges (including the lodge at White Pines), in more than 800 parks nationwide.Taught… Continue reading Highland Lifelong Learning: Civilian Conservation Corps (In-person)

We'll explore the benefits of transitioning away from lawn-dominant landscapes, how to select native plants then prep and design the space, and finally touch on management and working with HOAs or local weed ordinances. This lecture will be packed with helpful information and resources, plus dozens of inspiring images. Register here: https://converting-lawn.eventbrite.com Benjamin Vogt (he/him)… Continue reading An Introduction to Converting Lawn to Meadow (virtual)

Native butterflies and moths lay their eggs on host plants. Why have they adapted to certain plants, and which native plants host the most variety of caterpillars? In this presentation you will discover why it is critical to plant the appropriate plants for these insects, and how these caterpillars support native birds. You will also… Continue reading Native Plants as Hosts (in-person)