Junior D&D
Individuals ages 9 - 12 are invited to join us for Dungeons and Dragons on the 2
nd Wednesday of the month! Sign is required in person and parents
have to sign a permission slip.
Game starts at 4:30pm and ends at 6:30pm.
(Read More.)Dice and character will be provided if needed. Snacks and drinks will be available.
Ohio Bird Sanctuary
Join the Galion Public Library Children's Department as we listen to a program presented by the Ohio Bird Sanctuary as part of our Summer Reading Program
Thu, Jun 15th at 1pm.
Studio Ghibli Movie Night
Join us as we watch movies from one of our favorite animation studios on the 3
rd Thursday of every month. All ages are welcome.
(Read More.)Curious about the animation studio, movie titles, or ratings? Call the library at 419-468-3203. Movies start promptly at 6:00 pm. Space may be limited, so please plan to arrive on time.
Wet Paint
Let us supervise your children while they paint. We will do the clean up so you don't have to. Children up to age 12 are invited to join us.
(Read More.)They will be painting decorations for the Children's room.
Fri, Jun 16th, 11-1pm.
Bingo for Books
Come in and play bingo, winners leave with a new book of their choice! There will be plenty of opportunities to win too; Cards will be played through until we get three bingo winners each round! We'll be playing from 6PM-7:30PM. Always free to play!
(Read More.)This is a bi-monthly event! We will play bingo for books on the 2nd to last Monday of the month.
Storytime
Join us for Storytime each week, on Tuesday or Wednesday morning.
(Read More.)The Community Room will open for admittance at 10:15 am.
Teen Advisory Board
Individuals in grades 6-12 are invited to help us make decisions for future teen programs and teen book purchases.
(Read More.)For the next three Months, TAB will occur different than normal. In May on Tuesday the 23rd, in June on Wednesday the 21st, and in July on Wednesday, the 19th.
Teen Game Night
Individuals in grades 6-12 are invited to join us for board games, card games and video games. No registration is required.
(Read More.)You are welcome to bring one of your own or come play one of the many games we own.
For the next three Months, Teen Game Night will occur different than normal. In May on Tuesday the 23rd, in June on Wednesday the 21st, and in July on Wednesday, the 19th.
Tiger's Den
Stop in at the
Tiger's Den to have some fun! We may even play some games while we skate around. Free to skate but parents are responsible if their child wants concessions.
(Read More.)Participants will have to sign a waiver on arrival.
Thu, Jun 22nd, 1-3:30pm.
Teen D&D Club
Individuals in grades 6 - 12 are invited to join us for Dungeons and Dragons on the 4
th Thursday of the month! Sign is required; you can sign up at the library or call us at 419-468-3203. Spots are limited.
Game starts at 6pm and runs as late as 8pm.
(Read More.)Dice and character will be provided if needed. Snacks and drinks will be available.
Kids Video Game Afternoon
Individuals ages 9 to 12 are invited to ring their Nintendo Switch in to play with others, or play games on our own GPL switch!
Or you can play with some card and board games!
Fri, Jun 23rd, 3-5pm.
Job Opening: Student Shelver
Candy Kingdom Reading Program
Join us on this sweet reading adventure. We have opportunities for claw machines, stickers, and fun, for ages birth through kindergarten.
(Read More.)This is a revamped version of our 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program.
Adult Spelling Bee
Partnering with the Bucyrus Public Library, join us for our very first Adult Spelling Bee hosted at The 1803 Taproom! Ages 18+ only, sign-up is REQUIRED for participants. Audience members are welcome and encouraged! Prizes: 3rd place, $15 Barnes and Noble gift card; 2nd place, $25 Barnes and Noble gift card; 1st place, $50 Barnes and Noble gift card. Additional prizes will be given for participation.
(Read More.)This event is only for adults ages 18+. Sign-up is REQUIRED and may be done through the Galion or Bucyrus Public Libraries in person or via phone call or email to Nico (Galion) or Kate (Bucyrus). Sign-ups close with the library on June 1st, 2023. Email addresses and phone numbers are available on the libraries' respective websites.
Fri, Jun 23rd at 5:30pm.
Adult Game Night
A game night for adults ages 18+ Reoccurring every final Monday of the month from 5:30PM-8:00PM.
(Read More.)Snacks and refreshments will be provided, but feel free to bring your own as well! We'll decide what to play as a group or split off into smaller groups if it's a split decision. Anything from cards to board games is on the table!
Adult Dungeons and Dragons
A Dungeons and Dragons campaign for players ages 17+! Any amount of experience is welcome, from new adventurers to those who have been on the path since 1E! Sign-up IS required. Adult DnD will be held on the final Tuesday of every month from 6:00PM-8:00PM.
(Read More.)Seats are limited to a total of SIX players. Send an email to nico@galionlibrary.org for inquiry! Please include your first and last name, your age, and your phone number (this is for us to reach out to you in the event of any session cancellations or session specific information). You will receive an email back either confirming your seat at the table, or letting you know that all seats have already been filled. Those who reach out after we've closed sign-ups will be added to a contact list of on-call players. These people will be contacted if a seat opens up for a new player to join!
Youth Bingo for Books
Come in and play bingo but just for youth! Winners leave with a new book of their choice. Ages include 9 - 18.
(Read More.)There will be plenty of opportunities to win too; Cards will be played through until we get three bingo winners each round. Always free to play!
Wed, Jun 28th, 4:30-5:30pm.
Tom Sparough, Space Juggler
Join the Children's Department as we watch Tom Sparough juggle and paint!
Thu, Jun 29th at 1pm.
Children's Sip & Paint
Children up to age 12 are invited to join us paint and drink a juice box! All materials provided while supplies last.
Fri, Jun 30th, 11-1pm.
Teen Hangout
Come hang out with us and other teens! Teens in grades
6 - 12 are welcome to join us as we hang out by playing games, doing activities, watching movies, and more! Drinks and snacks will be provided.
Friends of the Library
The Friends of the Library will meet in the Community Room.
Wed, Jul 5th at 5:30pm, Tue, Aug 1st at 5:30pm, Tue, Sep 5th at 5:30pm, Wed, Oct 11th at 5:30pm, Tue, Nov 7th at 5:30pm, and Tue, Dec 5th at 5:30pm.
Scientific Mayhem
Can't get enough of fun science and curious about how things work? Then come see Scientific Mayhem for fun hands-on exciting activities and experiments!
Thu, Jul 6th.
Craft Night
Come together to create on the first Thursday of every month, starting at 6pm! Ages 13+ are welcome and our programs are always free.
(Read More.)Information on what we'll be crafting is available on our Facebook page!
Tinkering Time
Come express your creativity and show off your problem-solving skills through out fun little activities! For ages birth to 18.
Sat, Jul 8th and Sat, Aug 12th.
Teen Anime Club
Individuals in grades 6-12 are invited to join us as we watch and discuss new anime and manga. No registration is required.
Coffee & Coloring
From 3PM-4PM please join us at 3 Bean Coffee House for an hour of cozy coloring and drinks! All ages are welcome! We have both simple and complex coloring pages available. The only cost to you is your drink of choice! We hope to see you there!
(Read More.)This event happens monthly on every 2nd Wednesday.
Bubble Bonanza
Have fun on the library lawn with foam and bubbles! You can try to be trapped in a giant bubble, paint with bubbles, and even play bubble tag!
Thu, Jul 13th at 1pm.
Lego Club
Children and teens of all ages (and their families) are invited to drop in and build. No registration is required.
Trivia Night
Come show off your knowledge at trivia night! Winners receive free books! Adults and teens ages 16+ are welcome.
(Read More.)Questions may span a wide range of topics, anywhere from literature to music to history! Answers will be multiple choice. You may play as a team or solo competitor!
Summer Reading for All Ages
Our summer reading theme this year is
All Together Now
. We have programs for
Adults, for
Teens, and for
Children.
(Read More.)Summer reading begins on June 1st and lasts through July 31st.
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