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Second Screen Recs

Sometimes you want something playing while your hands are busy. Whether you’re painting, cleaning, cooking, crafting, or gaming — not every watch needs your full attention. Maybe it’s a rewatch, something you already love and know by heart, that keeps you company while you work or unwind. Some movies and TV shows make perfect background […]

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Book Lists

Welcome, fellow book lovers! Around here, we believe a TBR (To Be Read) pile isn’t a problem—it’s a lifestyle. Gal’s Guide librarians, volunteers, and readers are forever chasing down hidden gems, spotlighting women’s voices, and curating lists that will inspire, challenge, and delight. This page is where we gather our favorite recommendations and themed catalogs […]

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Medieval Lit. Rec

When the concept of the “medieval woman” is brought up in conversation, it is not an uncommon occurrence to hear them equated to the weak damsels-in-distress types that are depicted in our modern depiction of medieval stories. Princesses swoon over the arms of dashingly muscular men in armor, unable to stand on their own two […]

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Tribute to Madge Oberholtzer

March 15, 2025, will mark 100 years since the kidnapping, rape, and murder of Madge Oberholtzer. Madge’s trial was directly responsible for dismantling the Ku Klux Klan in Indiana. The trial of D.C. Stephenson (Grand Dragon of the realm of Indiana) for the kidnapping and murder of Madge took place in 1925, one block away […]

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Middle Eastern Gals Month

Gal’s Guide is dedicating 2024 to learning about women around the world. March continues to the Middle East to the cradle of civilization. We have a fantastic passport program where you can earn free stuff as you learn about women’s history. Earn stamps for listening to the Gal’s Guide Podcast, attending a Gal’s Guide club, […]

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Irish Gals Month

Gal’s Guide is dedicating 2024 to learning about women around the world. March continues to Ireland where the land is green and lore is a legacy. We have a fantastic passport program where you can earn free stuff as you learn about women’s history. Earn stamps for listening to the Gal’s Guide Podcast, attending a […]

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African Gals Month

Our adventure continues! Gal’s Guide is dedicating 2024 to learning about women around the world. February continues to the continent of Africa and its 54 amazing countries! We have a fantastic passport program where you can earn free stuff as you learn about women’s history. Earn stamps for listening to the Gal’s Guide Podcast, attending […]

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Australian Gals Month

It’s the start of our adventure! Gal’s Guide is dedicating 2024 to learning about women around the world. January starts our journey in the land down under, Australia. We have a fantastic passport program where you can earn free stuff as you learn about women’s history. Earn stamps for listening to the Gal’s Guide Podcast, […]

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Religious Leaders Month

There are many religious holidays in December. Hanukka, Feast of the Immaculate Conception, Yule, Guru Gobind Singh’s Birthday, Christmas, St. Stephen Feast Day, Kwanzaa, Festivus, Krampusnacht, Advent, Our Lady of Guadalupe, Las Posadas, Winter Solstice, St. Lucia’s Day, Glorious Gaden Nga-choe, Boxing Day, as well as cultural festivals. It’s a wonderful time of year to […]

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Medicine Women Month

Medicine Women exist in tribes, villages, and cities. Sometimes we use the name healer, herbalist, shaman, or wise elder. A medicine woman supplies to her people whatever her people need, when they need it. Medicine Women are part of our past and our present. Special Events This Month Monthly & Weekly Clubs Get in Touch. […]