The Galion Public Library Association will meet in the Community Room. Mon, Apr 17^th.

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

• Tue, Mar 7^th at 5:30pm
• Tue, Apr 4^th at 5:30pm
• 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

Come be a wildlife explorer and rescue a baby dino to take home. We also have Dinosaur Learning Boxes on a first come first served basis. Watch this space for more related activities as they are scheduled.

Join us for a holiday movie! Popcorn, candy canes and drinks provided. 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.

• Thu, Dec 22^nd at 6pm, 1990 movie release

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.

Join us for reindeer activities, including races and an obstacle course. Fri, Dec 9^th, 12:30-3pm.

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.

Children ages 5-12 are invited to drop in and create some themed crafts. Registration is required.

The photos from our big annual Christmas Open House are in. Check them out in our photo gallery.

Join us at the Three Bean Coffee House. Coloring supplies will be provided.

• Wed, Nov 9^th, 3-4pm

We will all paint tiny, 3x3in canvases with whatever we'd like. Prompts will be provided for inspiration, but don't have to be followed by any means! Artists will get to take their canvases home once they're done. Thu, Jan 5^th, 6-8pm.

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

Play for the chance to win free books.

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

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.

Reading program where we get fun trading cards by reading for 30 minutes. The cards can be used to play games like rock paper scissors, and war. Sign-Up is required

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!

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.

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.

Please join us from 2PM-3PM for a coffee tasting! We will go over how to make a pour-over and how to identify the flavor palette of a coffee. We will also explore the differences between roast types, as well as cover the four fundamentals of crafting a good cup of coffee at home! Wed, Jan 18^th, 2-3pm.

We will go through a guided Valentine's Day themed painting together to create our own heart-shaped lollipop painting! Canvases will be 3x3! This event is open to teens and adults. Thu, Feb 2^nd, 6-7:30pm.

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.

Do you have good taste in music? Or are you looking for new music to listen to? Look no further; Music Share lets you share and discover new music, recommended by people like you who have a shared passion for it. Open to adults and teens ages 15+! Bring a selection of songs or an album that you'd like to share that you think other people should be listening to! We'll all sit and listen to it together and discuss it as we like. Mon, Feb 13^th, 5-6pm.

The Galion Public Library is seeking a dynamic and innovative team- and patron-oriented librarian to coordinate and direct the operation of its Children's and Young Adult Department.

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Please join us for adult game night on the final Monday of every month! We'll choose what game(s) we will be playing for the night as a group. The start time for this event is flexible beginning at 5:30PM, late attendees will be added to the game we're playing as able! We will be wrapping up at 8:00PM. We hope to see you there! Mon, Jan 30^th, 5:30-8pm.

Children and teens ages 10-18 are invited to test out our hot cocoa bar, and decorate cookies! Registration is required. Please call 419-468-3203 or visit the library to reserve your spot, as space is limited. Sat, Feb 18^th, 2-3pm.

Do you have what it takes to survive the winter? Ages birth to 8 yrs old. Mon, Jan 16^th, 2-6pm.

Bring your stuffed animal to the library for a sleepover and see what kind of mischief they can get into! For ages birth to 8 yrs old. Crafts will be available but limited, on a first come first served basis. If you do not receive a craft, you can still have your stuffed animal sleep over.

• Fri, Mar 17^th, 10-2pm, Drop-Off
• Sat, Mar 18^th, Noon-4pm, Pickup

All ages are invited to join us for a newly released movie. No registration is required, but space may be limited. The movie starts at 5! Bring a pillow and blanket and get comfy! Popcorn and drinks will be served. Children under 8 must be accompanied.

• Mon, Feb 20^th, 3-4:40pm, 2022 movie release
• Mon, Apr 10^th, 5-6:40pm, 2022 movie release

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 to watch these anime movie hits on our big screen. Popcorn is provided. All ages are welcome, but children under 8 must be accompanied.

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!

Join us for a Ladies' Night In! This event is open to ages 18+ only. No sign-up is required, and remember; Our events are always free! Together, we'll play games, chat, watch a movie and more! Refreshments and snacks will be provided; But feel free to bring anything you like! Mon, Mar 13^th, 5:30-8pm.

In celebration of April being national poetry month, please join us for a poetry reading! All ages welcome, no sign-up. Together, We'll be reading a collection of our favorite poems; If you'd like, Bring your favorite sonnet to share or simply sit in and listen! We would love local poets to share their work! If you would like to share your poetry at this event, please email nico@galionlibrary.org. Mon, Apr 10^th, 2-4pm.

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.

On Friday, July 21st from 4 to 5, we are painting on tiny canvas! For children and teens ages 12 to 18. All materials provided, no sign-up required, and you get to take home your canvases!

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.

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.

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, Nov 21^st at 4pm
• Mon, Dec 19^th at 4pm
• Mon, Jan 16^th at 4pm
• Mon, Feb 20^th at 4pm
• Mon, Mar 20^th at 4pm
• Mon, Apr 17^th at 4pm
• 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