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Galena Public Library

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601 S. Bench St.
Galena, IL 61036 United States
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Phone 815-777-0200
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  • April 2026

  • Thu 23
    Time to Ship Another Steer

    Time to Ship Another Steer: Meet the Author Bill Mueller

    April 23 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
    Galena Public Library 601 S. Bench St., Galena, IL, United States
    Adults

    It is a fun look at growing up on the farm with 10 brothers and sisters, and the importance of saving your family story for your grandchildren. Bill Mueller grew up on a small farm in Kenosha, Wisconsin one of eleven children. He taught eighth grade government and history for thirty-four years and retired sixteen… Continue reading Time to Ship Another Steer: Meet the Author Bill Mueller

  • Fri 24

    Family Storytime

    April 24 @ 10:15 am - 10:45 am Family Storytime
    Galena Public Library 601 S. Bench St., Galena, IL, United States
    Kids
  • May 2026

  • Fri 1

    Family Storytime

    May 1 @ 10:15 am - 10:45 am Family Storytime
    Galena Public Library 601 S. Bench St., Galena, IL, United States
    Kids
  • Tue 5
    Shelf Induglence

    Shelf Indulgence Book Club (hybrid)

    May 5 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Morning Book Club (in-person)
    Galena Public Library 601 S. Bench St., Galena, IL, United States
    Adults

    Click here to see the monthly selections. This book club meets on the first Tuesday evening of each month at 6 pm. To attend virtually, email distlerl@galenalibrary.org

  • Fri 8

    Family Storytime

    May 8 @ 10:15 am - 10:45 am Family Storytime
    Galena Public Library 601 S. Bench St., Galena, IL, United States
    Kids
  • Mon 11
    Mejorando tu alfabetización en salud en línea

    Mejorando tu alfabetización en salud en línea (en espanol)

    May 11 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
    Galena Public Library 601 S. Bench St., Galena, IL, United States
    Adults

    En la capacitación “Mejorando tu alfabetización en salud en línea” aprenderemos: Una introducción a la alfabetización en salud en líneaCómo navegar recursos de salud en internetCómo completar los Registros Personales de Salud (PHR)Cómo fortalecer la toma de decisiones y la comunicación en salud entre proveedores de atención médica y pacientesEsta formación fue desarrollada por maestros… Continue reading Mejorando tu alfabetización en salud en línea (en espanol)

  • Mon 11

    Regular Board Meeting

    May 11 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Regular Board Meeting
    Galena Public Library 601 S. Bench St., Galena, IL, United States
    Library

    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/

  • Tue 12
    Improving Online Health Literaracy

    Improving Online Health Literacy

    May 12 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
    Galena Public Library 601 S. Bench St., Galena, IL, United States
    Adults

    A one hour training session to help you understand and use the technology that is available to improve healthcare outcomes. In this introduction to online health literacy, you'll learn about trusted websites, databases, and online support groups. Fill in your own Personal Health Record and empower yourself to advocate for your healthcare with providers. Every… Continue reading Improving Online Health Literacy

  • Thu 14
    Barbara Stark Nemon and her novel, Isabela's Way

    Stitching Together a Story: Threading Fiber Arts Through Fiction

    May 14 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
    Galena Public Library 601 S. Bench St., Galena, IL, United States
    Adults

    Award-winning author Barbara Stark-Nemon uses knitting and embroidery and her background in Art History in her novels. Learn how her own fiber art and her research informed her stories and how other artists and novels inspired her. Hear how embroidery is a main feature of her new novel, Isabela's Way. Barbara Stark-Nemon, author of award-winning… Continue reading Stitching Together a Story: Threading Fiber Arts Through Fiction

  • Fri 15

    Family Storytime

    May 15 @ 10:15 am - 10:45 am Family Storytime
    Galena Public Library 601 S. Bench St., Galena, IL, United States
    Kids
  • Fri 22

    Summer Reading Kick-Off

    May 22 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Galena Public Library 601 S. Bench St., Galena, IL, United States
    Kids

    Stop in the library all day to pick up your reading log & pick up a free houseplant! For kids in preschool through 6th grade.

  • Fri 22

    Family Storytime

    May 22 @ 10:15 am - 10:45 am Family Storytime
    Galena Public Library 601 S. Bench St., Galena, IL, United States
    Kids
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Galena Public Library District

info@galenalibrary.org

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​
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