Board Game Saturdays

Grand Island, Neb. — The Grand Island Public Library has a growing collection of highly rated board games, and the public is invited to come play them!

“Board Game Saturdays” is a new series kicking off at the library, with the first installment set for 11 a.m. on Saturday, February 22. Future BGS events are scheduled for April 19 and May 10, and will continue monthly throughout the summer.

“Board Game Saturdays” are for all ages, and no pre-registration is required. Families, friend groups and individuals are all encouraged to attend. Games will appeal to a wide age range, with games like Animal upon Animal and Outfoxed! for players as young as 4, and Splendor and 7 Wonders for tweens, teens and adults. Classic favorites like Scrabble, Bananagrams and Rummikub will also be available.

Participants are welcome to bring tabletop games from their personal collection that they would like to share. Pre-packaged snacks and bottled water will be available, and participants may bring a sack lunch. This program is partially funded by a 2025 Youth Grant for Excellence through the Nebraska Library Commission.

The Grand Island Public Library serves both residents of the City of Grand Island and Hall County. Anyone who lives in or owns property anywhere within Hall County may apply for a library card at no cost. Keep up to date with all library happenings and hours online at https://www.gilibrary.org, Facebook and Instagram. You can also access your library account, search the catalog and discover our digital collections at https://gilibrary.tlcdelivers.com or download the Grand Island Public Library app on your mobile device.