Fast Friends

On Tuesday, June 6th at 6:00 PM, GPL will be launching a brand-new program designed to bring neighbors together! Called “Fast Friends”, we’ll be setting up tables with prompts to get groups of participants talking – think speed dating, but without the dating. We hope this can be the start of a fun, new way … More Fast Friends

Needle Felting 101

On Wednesday the 14th at 6 PM, GPL will be hosting our first needle felting workshop for ages 16 and up. Space is limited, so be sure to register in advance over the phone or at the adult services desk.

Teen Bonfire

The end of the school year is almost here! On Friday, May 26th from 3-5:30 PM, GPL will be hosting a bonfire for ages 13-18 ONLY. We’ve got s’mores and games. Start your teen’s summer off right with GPL!

Memorial Day

GPL will be closed on May 29th in observance of Memorial Day. Please plan your visits accordingly.

Kindness Rocks

This Saturday, June 3rd at 10 AM, get ready to spread kindness with GPL! We’ll be painting rocks with positive messages, then we’ll be spreading them around town for Garrett residents to discover! If you find one of these painted rocks, be sure to tag us!

DIY Painted Flower Pot

Saturday, May 27, 1 PM — A great way to celebrate Memorial Day weekend! Pot, saucer, paint, and supplies provided. Terra cotta pots have a white basecoat, but we have many colors of paint pens. Bring your imagination and your talents! Space is limited. Ages 14 and up. Pre-registration required at the circulation desk.

Murder Mystery Dinner

Tuesday, May 2, 5-8 PM — GPL will be hosting another installment of our murder mystery party with pizza and dessert – real dinner, fake murder. On registration, guests will decide their “role” and play it on the day of the event, and yes, we encourage everyone to dress for the part! Space is limited … More Murder Mystery Dinner

Adult Activity Club

A great way to get out of the house, meet new people, and try some new things! Join us on the second Wednesday of each month for a brand-new special activity!

Tech Tuesdays

Join us Tuesday mornings at 10 AM with your most pressing tech-related questions! Staff will work with you to find a satisfactory answer.

Genealogy Club

Third Thursday of each month, 1-2:30 PM— New members are always welcome to GPL’s long-running Genealogy Club! Share in the group’s study, or bring your own items of interest.

Take n’ Make Crafts

GPL offers take n’ make crafts for all ages every month! Adults aged 18 and up can visit the upstairs circulation desk for the adult craft, while anyone younger can visit the youth circulation desk for the youth craft. Available crafts change monthly, so be sure to drop in and pick up yours while supplies … More Take n’ Make Crafts

GPL Book Clubs

GPL has an afternoon book club on the first Thursday of the month at 1 PM, as well as an evening book club on the third Tuesday of the month at 6 PM. Join us for lively discussion of the latest hits and classics! New members are always welcome.