All Ages Archives - Gates Public Library

A person stands in an art gallery looking at paintings and reading a pamphlet. Text reads: Borrow a VIP Pass Today! 13 museums available!

VIP & Empire Passes 2026-27

Posted on July 6, 2026

You can borrow a VIP Pass for 1 week to gain access to 13 different museums and cultural arts centers at a substantial discount!

Copy of Editable 2026 Social Media Toolkit

Summer Reading Has Begun!

Posted on June 29, 2026

Our 2026 Summer Reading Programs are now available! Register in-person at the circulation desk to sign up.

Immigration in America exhibits

Posted on June 29, 2026

On the nation’s 250th anniversary, the Gates Public Library celebrates immigration with two exhibits running through July.

A graphic reminder that the library will be closed on Thursday, July 4th, in observance of Independence Day, featuring people holding American flags and fireworks in the background.

Closed July 3 and July 4 for Independence Day

Posted on June 26, 2026

Just a reminder: We will be CLOSED on Friday, July 3 and Saturday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day! Our 24-hour book drop is located at the back of the building.

Town of Gates Celebrating America

Posted on June 24, 2026

Help us celebrate 250 years of American history! Gates Public Library will be marching in the Town of Gates 250th Birthday America Celebration on June 27th at…

Kitten Adoption – June 6, 2026

Posted on June 3, 2026

Join us, and the volunteers of Greece Residents Assisting Stray Pets (GRASP), for another adorable kitten adoption event on Saturday, June 6th from 11AM-1:00PM! We will be trying to get forever homes for new kittens and accepting donations to further help GRASP better care for the furballs in their care…

Town of Gates Farmer’s Market

Posted on May 27, 2026

Join us every 1st and 3rd Sunday at the Gates Public Library between May – October for the Town of Gates Farmer’s Market! Each day includes a different theme and features a variety of vendors, food trucks and crafts…

Congratulations on Your Retirement, Heidi!

Posted on May 22, 2026

After 38+ years at GPL, our teen librarian, Heidi Jung, is retiring. She leaves behind a lasting impact on generations of patrons and colleagues. Heidi is known for her compassion and dedication to patron service…

Closing Early 5/23 & Closed 5/25

Posted on May 21, 2026

We wish you a meaningful and celebratory Memorial Day Weekend. We will be closing early at 1:00PM on Saturday, May 23rd, and we will be closed all day on Monday, May 25th…

Community Donation Drive to Benefit Willow Domestic Violence Center

Posted on May 7, 2026

The Gates Public Library will be collecting FULL SIZE personal care items from May 11 through June 22, 2026. The personal care items will be given to Willow Domestic Violence Center to help survivors. A collection box will be in the library’s atrium where you can deposit items…