Children and their families enjoyed building a gingerbread house, 12/2/23.
Join us on Saturday, December 13, and celebrate the holidays by making your very own holiday house with Chris Buchman.
This program will be offered at the following times for the following age groups.
- 11:00 AM – Children ages 2-5 (no kindergarten) and up to three other family members.
- 1:00 PM – Children in grades K-5, and up to three other family members.
Online registration is required via LibCal at https://gardencitypl.libcal.com/. A separate registration is required for each child you wish to attend the program..
This fun, interactive club is for children in Grades K-2. Join a Librarian and engage in STEAM activities, make new friends, learn and have fun!
The club will meet from 4:00 PM to 4:45 PM in the STEAM on Wednesday, December 17.
Register online with LibCal at https://gardencitypl.libcal.com/. A separate registration is required for each child you wish to attend the program.
It is Library policy that parents of children under 11 attending a program remain at the Library throughout and meet the child upon completion of the program.
Garden City Public Library Recording Policy, Section IV:
The Library may take photos, videos, and audio recordings at the Library and during Library events to use in its publicity materials and on its website and social media sites. The Library reserves the right to document its services and the public’s use of the Library building and grounds. These photographs, videos, and audio recordings may be copied, displayed, televised, and published (including on any Library web site or social media site). Any individual that does not wish the Library to use a photograph or video of them or their child should inform a Library staff member prior to or while such photographs or videos are being taken. [Adopted: June 13, 2022]
The Friends of the Garden City Public Library held their “Fall Book Sale and Silent Auction” on November 1 & 2. With resident support, the Friends were able to raise funds that support Library activities such as Museum passes; “Monday Movie Matinées“; and programs for children, young adults, and adults.
The Friends offer a special thank you to the DeMille family, who generously donated signed, new-release copies of The Tin Men, books from the late Nelson DeMille’s home library, and other items. Many thanks to the residents who donated their books that made this book sale possible and to all of those who bought these wonderful books at our sale as well as the “Silent Auction” baskets. The Friends would also like to thank Library administration and staff who facilitated the sale and set-up, and the following local businesses who generously donated gift cards for our “Silent Auction” baskets:
- BK Sweeney’s Restaurant,
- Cardinali Bakery,
- Eric Comfort Shoes,
- Grimaldi Italian Restaurant,
- Herricks Jewelers,
- Mamma Theresa’s Pizzeria & Restaurant,
- Mesita Mexican Restaurant,
- Noblesse Spa & Nail Salon,
- Nothing Bundt Cakes, and
- Uncle Louie G’s Italian Ices & Ice Cream.
Book donations have been suspended until the Library performs necessary plumbing maintenance in the storage room. The Library will announce when book donations can resume.
The Friends of the Garden City Public Library is a volunteer organization that welcomes volunteers. Please see the Friends tab, Membership, on the Library website.
The “Preschool Holiday Dance Party” is a 30-minute program with music for children ages 2-5 years and their adult caregivers, featuring a variety of instruments, props, and activities. Join us in the Large Meeting Room on December 23, 2025, at 11:00 AM.
Registration begins Tuesday, December 17, at 10:00 AM via LibCal at https://gardencitypl.libcal.com/. A separate registration is required for each child you wish to attend the program.
Garden City Public Library Recording Policy, Section IV:
The Library may take photos, videos, and audio recordings at the Library and during Library events to use in its publicity materials and on its website and social media sites. The Library reserves the right to document its services and the public’s use of the Library building and grounds. These photographs, videos, and audio recordings may be copied, displayed, televised, and published (including on any Library web site or social media site). Any individual that does not wish the Library to use a photograph or video of them or their child should inform a Library staff member prior to or while such photographs or videos are being taken. [Adopted: June 13, 2022]
This fun, 30-minute storytime is for children ages birth – 17 months (non-walkers) and their caregivers. Join a librarian and enjoy stories, music, rhymes, and books.
A separate registration is required for each session and for each child you wish to attend this program. Please do not register additional children in the comment box as they are not counted, and there may not be sufficient room or materials for participants.
- Thursday, December 18, at 11:30 AM.
Register online with LibCal at https://gardencitypl.libcal.com/. A separate registration is required for each session and for each child you wish to attend this program.
It is Library policy that parents of children under 11 must be accompanied by a parent or designated responsible person while in the Library. Also, if the young child is attending a Library program, we require the parent or designated responsible person to remain in the Library throughout the program and meet the child upon completion of the program.
Garden City Public Library Recording Policy, Section IV:
The Library may take photos, videos, and audio recordings at the Library and during Library events to use in its publicity materials and on its website and social media sites. The Library reserves the right to document its services and the public’s use of the Library building and grounds. These photographs, videos, and audio recordings may be copied, displayed, televised, and published (including on any Library web site or social media site). Any individual that does not wish the Library to use a photograph or video of them or their child should inform a Library staff member prior to or while such photographs or videos are being taken. [Adopted: June 13, 2022]
Teens play “Dungeons and Dragons,” 10/16/25
Join us for “Tweens and Teens Dungeons and Dragons” and learn how to play the fantasy role-playing game by participating in one of our monthly “Dungeons and Dragons” meet-ups! Beginners are welcome!
This teen-led program has tweens and teens entering Grades 6-12 run Dungeons and Dragons campaigns for their peers while enjoying snacks and drinks. The next session will be held Thursday, December 18, from 4:00 PM to 5:45 PM. Each meet-up will feature a new, self-contained, one-shot adventure, and players will be assigned premade characters to play.
Registration will begin Tuesday, December 9, at 10:00 AM online with LibCal at https://gardencitypl.libcal.com/.
Know how to play and want to earn community service and volunteer to DM? Make sure to let us know when you register!
Teens who complete an online survey after the program can receive community service for participating in this program.
Garden City Public Library Recording Policy, Section IV:
The Library may take photos, videos, and audio recordings at the Library and during Library events to use in its publicity materials and on its website and social media sites. The Library reserves the right to document its services and the public’s use of the Library building and grounds. These photographs, videos, and audio recordings may be copied, displayed, televised, and published (including on any Library web site or social media site). Any individual that does not wish the Library to use a photograph or video of them or their child should inform a Library staff member prior to or while such photographs or videos are being taken. [Adopted: June 13, 2022]
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