Grand Island Public Library

Grand Island Public Library Mission: "To Inspire and Strengthen Our Community by Connecting People with Information, Ideas, and Experiences." https://www.facebook.com/giplfoundation/

Sign up for our tween program Thursday, June 11th at 2 PM! Each session is full of hands-on activities, creative challen...
06/07/2026

Sign up for our tween program Thursday, June 11th at 2 PM! Each session is full of hands-on activities, creative challenges, and fun experiments for kids aged 10-13.

This week, paint a tiny canvas to take home! All supplies are provided. Registration is required: https://gilibrary.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=310757

It’s not too late to sign up for Summer Reading Camp! Online registration is closed, but you can sign up in person at th...
06/06/2026

It’s not too late to sign up for Summer Reading Camp! Online registration is closed, but you can sign up in person at the next session on Monday, June 8 at 2:00 PM. This program is for kids who will be entering 1st through 5th grade in the fall.

*Please note that this program spans several weekly sessions. We highly encourage participation even if you might miss one or two sessions, as the program is most effective with consistent attendance.

Do you need help applying for a job, housing, or DHHS benefits? Tomorrow, Friday, June 5th, CHW will be in from 9 AM to ...
06/04/2026

Do you need help applying for a job, housing, or DHHS benefits? Tomorrow, Friday, June 5th, CHW will be in from 9 AM to 4 PM for free, friendly, and confidential support in English, Spanish, Somali and more. No appointment needed!

https://gilibrary.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=336697

¿Necesita ayuda con aplicaciones de trabajo, solicitudes de vivienda, o beneficios del DHHS? El Departamento de Salud del Distrito Central estáran disponibles este viernes, el 5 de junio de las 9 AM-4 PM con apoyo gratuito, amistoso y confidencial. ¡No se necesita cita!

🧋🎨 Happening next week at the Library! Programs in orange get together weekly— click here to register or view all our up...
06/04/2026

🧋🎨 Happening next week at the Library! Programs in orange get together weekly— click here to register or view all our upcoming events: https://gilibrary.events.mylibrary.digital/

We ask daycares and other large groups to please notify us at least 1 week in advance before attending. Thank you!

Learn how to make your own t-shirt yarn and use it to create a crochet basket or woven potholder! All supplies are provi...
06/02/2026

Learn how to make your own t-shirt yarn and use it to create a crochet basket or woven potholder! All supplies are provided.

Join us each month for a new crafty activity! Registration is required: https://gilibrary.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=267861

*Please note that for safety reasons, children under the age of 11 are not permitted in the Makerspace. This program is intended for adults 18+.

🌊🦕 We have a very exciting week ahead at the Library! These programs are free to attend, no registration required.Progra...
06/02/2026

🌊🦕 We have a very exciting week ahead at the Library! These programs are free to attend, no registration required.

Programs in red get together weekly! We ask daycares and other large groups to please notify us at least 1 week in advance before attending.

View the rest of our summer programming: https://bit.ly/GIPL26SRP

Teens 12-18 come join in the fun at the Summer Reading Kick-off at 2pm at the library. There will be water toys, food an...
06/01/2026

Teens 12-18 come join in the fun at the Summer Reading Kick-off at 2pm at the library. There will be water toys, food and good times!

Remember to sign kiddos up for our *Summer Reading Challenge* on Beanstack before midnight tonight (Sunday, May 31) for ...
05/31/2026

Remember to sign kiddos up for our *Summer Reading Challenge* on Beanstack before midnight tonight (Sunday, May 31) for a chance to win an adorable triceratops plush! Each triceratops is handmade by one of our library assistants with care. Log in or sign up here: https://gilibrary.beanstack.com/reader365

Every child who signs up for the kids’ Summer Reading challenge by tonight is automatically entered into the drawing— make sure you're signed up by checking your "Current Challenges."

On June 1, we’ll contact 12 lucky winners by phone! Winners must pick up their colorful triceratops from the library by June 28. (Colors vary and will be randomly chosen).

🌊🦕 We have a very exciting week ahead at the Library! These programs are free to attend, no registration required.Progra...
05/30/2026

🌊🦕 We have a very exciting week ahead at the Library! These programs are free to attend, no registration required.

Programs in red get together weekly— view the rest of our summer programming: https://bit.ly/GIPL26SRP

📚 Free Storytime is coming to the Literacy Council of Grand Island this summer!Join us on Wednesdays at 2 p.m. as part o...
05/29/2026

📚 Free Storytime is coming to the Literacy Council of Grand Island this summer!

Join us on Wednesdays at 2 p.m. as part of the 2026 Unearth a Story Summer Reading Program.

🗓 June 3, 10, 17, 24
🗓 July 8, 15, 22, 29
(No program July 1)

Children of all ages are welcome for stories, activities, library card signups and summer reading fun.

More information: https://www.gilibrary.org/o/gipl/article/2949028 📖☀️

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1124 W 2nd Street
Grand Island, NE
68801

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 8pm
Tuesday 9am - 8pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 1pm - 5pm

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+13083855333

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