Our summer reading theme this year is All Together Now. We have programs for Adults, for Teens, and for Children. Summer reading begins on June 1^st and lasts through July 31^st.

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 15^th at 1pm.

Join the Children's Department as we watch Tom Sparough juggle and paint! Thu, Jun 29^th at 1pm.

We are sending Reading Dragons and Friends away with a fun dragon themed party! We had a blast on this journey with you all, but we will not continue the program following this month, May of 2023. From 4:30 to 5:30, we will be having 3 different dragon themed crafts! For ages 6 - 18. You do not have to sign up for Reading Dragons and Friends to participate.

• Thu, Jun 1^st, 4:30-5:30pm
• Fri, Jun 2^nd, 3-4pm, If you choose to leave your clay dragon eye over night, we invite you to come back today to paint it!

Start off the Summer by painting some houses for our village of kindness with Miss Lexie! For children up to age 12 and signup is not required! Fri, Jun 2^nd, 11-1pm.

The Ohio Wildlife Center will be visiting the Galion Public Library with several of their animal ambassadors. Come and learn about the local wildlife in your backyard. Thu, Jun 8^th at 1pm.

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. Participants will have to sign a waiver on arrival. Thu, Jun 22^nd, 1-3:30pm.

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 6^th.

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 13^th at 1pm.

Come express your creativity and show off your problem-solving skills through out fun little activities! For ages birth to 18

Come express your creativity and show off your problem-solving skills through out fun little activities! For ages birth to 18. Sat, Jun 10^th, Sat, Jul 8^th, and Sat, Aug 12^th.

Join us while we hand-weave our very own friendship bracelets together! Ages 13+, all materials provided, no sign-up required. Always free to participate! Mon, Jun 5^th, 5-7pm.

Join us for an hour of Adult Storytime! Come together to sit criss-cross-applesauce just like we used to for short stories that align with this year's SRP theme: Together with Kindness! If you'd like, wear your comfy clothes and bring a pillow to sit on! Snacks and refreshments will be provided. Mon, Jun 12^th, 5-6pm.

We are now taking applications for one part-time Student Shelver position. The application deadline is Monday, June 26^th.

Join us on this sweet reading adventure. We have opportunities for claw machines, stickers, and fun, for ages birth through kindergarten. This is a revamped version of our 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program.

Come show off your knowledge at trivia night! Winners receive free books! Adults and teens ages 16+ are welcome. 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!

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! This event happens monthly on every 2nd Wednesday.

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! This is a bi-monthly event! We will play bingo for books on the 2nd to last Monday of the month.

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. 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!

Come together to create on the first Thursday of every month, starting at 6pm! Ages 13+ are welcome and our programs are always free. Information on what we'll be crafting is available on our Facebook page!

A game night for adults ages 18+ Reoccurring every final Monday of the month from 5:30PM-8:00PM. 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!

Join us for Storytime each week, on Tuesday or Wednesday morning. The Community Room will open for admittance at 10:15 am.

The Friends of the Library will be holding their used book sale.

• Thu, May 4^th, 9:30-8pm, Book Sale
• Fri, May 5^th, 9:30-5pm, Book Sale
• Sat, May 6^th, 10:30-1:30pm, Book Sale

Every Wednesday from 12:30PM to 3:30PM! Want to learn how to play bridge? This is your group! Come and spectate. Bridge is a trick-taking card game using a standard 52-card deck.

All types of needleworking and skill levels are welcome! Please bring your own supplies. Monday - 12:00PM to 2:00PM - Community Room Tuesday - 6:00PM to 8:00PM - Board Room

Card and coffee lovers unite! Join us once a month at Three Bean Coffee House from 2PM to 4PM for card games! Ages 18+. Games being played will be decided together as a group, separate groups will be made if there is a split decision!

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. 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 23^rd at 5:30pm, End time dependent on participation!

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.

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. Dice and character will be provided if needed. Snacks and drinks will be available.

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 23^rd, 3-5pm.

Children up to age 12 are invited to join us paint and drink a juice box! All materials provided while supplies last. Fri, Jun 30^th, 11-1pm.

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. They will be painting decorations for the Children's room. Fri, Jun 16^th, 11-1pm.

Come in and play bingo but just for youth! Winners leave with a new book of their choice. Ages include 9 - 18. 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 28^th, 4:30-5:30pm.

The Galion Public Library Association will meet in the Community Room.

The Friends of the Library will meet in the Community Room.

• Wed, May 10^th at 5:30pm
• Tue, Jun 6^th at 5:30pm
• Wed, Jul 5^th at 5:30pm
• Tue, Aug 1^st at 5:30pm
• Tue, Sep 5^th at 5:30pm
• Wed, Oct 11^th at 5:30pm
• Tue, Nov 7^th at 5:30pm
• Tue, Dec 5^th at 5:30pm

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. Dice and character will be provided if needed. Snacks and drinks will be available.

Children and teens of all ages (and their families) are invited to drop in and build. No registration is required.

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. 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.

Individuals in grades 6-12 are invited to join us as we watch and discuss new anime and manga. No registration is required.

Individuals in grades 6-12 are invited to help us make decisions for future teen programs and teen book purchases. 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.

Individuals in grades 6-12 are invited to join us for board games, card games and video games. No registration is required. 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.

The library will be closed in observance of the holiday. See our Holiday Hours for a complete list of all the holidays we observe.

• Mon, May 15^th at 4pm
• Mon, Jun 19^th at 4pm
• Mon, Jul 17^th at 4pm
• Mon, Aug 21^st at 4pm
• Mon, Sep 18^th at 4pm
• Mon, Oct 16^th at 4pm
• Mon, Nov 20^th at 4pm
• Mon, Dec 18^th at 4pm