Galesburg Library Kids

Friday, March 16, 2007

Strawberry Shortcake







Lots of pink and red strawberries were seen at the library on March 15. Over 50 little girls (and yes, some boys) made hats, sticker books, participated in a Strawberry Shortcake Cake Walk, and, of course, munched on strawberry shortcake. Strawberry Shortcake herself made an appearance to the delight of everyone.

Harriet Tubman Visits Galesburg


On Mon. Feb. 19, Harriet Tubman told her audience how she become a conductor on the underground railroad and led 300 slaves to freedom. Harriet was portrayed by Kathryn Harris who is the director of the Abraham Lincoln Historical Library in Springfield.

Chocolate Activity Night




Children and adults had a lot of fun with chocolate on Thurs. Feb. 15 at the library.


Patty Christianson helped adults learn how to make chocolate "leaves." The children were able to make candy molds to take home.