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Sign up for the Winter Sparks Reading Bingo Challenge

Winter Sparks Reading Program

All Day 12/1 - 2/28
Columbia Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Everyone

Stop by the library to pick up a bingo card and see the raffle prizes for the different age ranges.

Library Branch: Columbia Public Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Stop by the library to pick up a bingo card and see the raffle prizes for the different age ranges.

Canned food in tote bag.

February Food for Fines

All Day 2/1 - 2/28
Columbia Public Library
Age Group:
Everyone

Every non-perishable item is $1 off library fines. 

Bring you items to the front desk for them to count towards your fines. 

Library Branch: Columbia Public Library
Age Group: Everyone
Event Details:

Every non-perishable item is $1 off library fines. 

Bring you items to the front desk for them to count towards your fines. 

Parent holding book open for baby.

Babygarten (6-18 mos.)

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 9:15am - 10:00am
Library Basement at Columbia Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies (0-18 mos.)
Babygarten (6-18 mos.):

Bring your baby for rhymes, songs, play, and choral reading to build their language and early literacy skills. We get busy so remember to wear comfy clothes. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Columbia Public Library
Room: Library Basement
Age Group: Babies (0-18 mos.)
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

Bring your baby for rhymes, songs, play, and choral reading to build their language and early literacy skills. We get busy so remember to wear comfy clothes. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adult: In this program, children under the age of 8 years must be supervised by an adult. 

Cancellation Notification: To cancel your registration, you can click on the cancellation link that you will receive in your confirmation email/text or in reminder email/text sent 48 hours before the event date. Also, if email/text is not a good option when canceling, please call the library at 618-281-4237 to let us know you are cancelling.


 

Two little boys reading together in field, one with orange hat the other with blue hat.

Story Hour (3-5 yrs.)

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Library Basement at Columbia Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Pre-K Children (3-5 yrs.)
Story Hour (3-5 yrs.):

Children build early literacy skills in a themed story time with songs, stories, craft, and free play with new friends.  

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Columbia Public Library
Room: Library Basement
Age Group: Pre-K Children (3-5 yrs.)
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

Children build early literacy skills in a themed story time with songs, stories, craft, and free play with new friends. 


 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adult: In this program, children under the age of 8 years must be supervised by an adult. 

Cancellation Notification: To cancel your registration, you can click on the cancellation link that you will receive in your confirmation email/text or in reminder email/text sent 48 hours before the event date. Also, if email/text is not a good option when canceling, please call the library at 618-281-4237 to let us know you are cancelling.


 

Child with glasses in front of book looking at viewer.

Tot-Time (18 mos.-3 yrs.)

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Library Basement at Columbia Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers (19 mos.-3 yrs.)
Tot-Time (19 mos. - 3 yrs.):

Toddlers and their caregivers join in on simple stories, rhymes, songs, and a fun activity or themed craft. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Columbia Public Library
Room: Library Basement
Age Group: Toddlers (19 mos.-3 yrs.)
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

Toddlers and their caregivers join in on simple stories, rhymes, songs, and a fun activity or themed craft. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adult: In this program, children under the age of 8 years must be supervised by an adult. 

Cancellation Notification: To cancel your registration, you can click on the cancellation link that you will receive in your confirmation email/text or in reminder email/text sent 48 hours before the event date. Also, if email/text is not a good option when canceling, please call the library at 618-281-4237 to let us know you are cancelling.


 

Illinois Libraries Present advertisement about R.L. Stine author event.

Still Afraid of the Dark: An Evening with R.L. Stine

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Library Basement at Columbia Public Library
Program Type:
Author Visit
Age Group:
Everyone

Witty, creepy, and compulsively readable, bestselling author R.L.

Library Branch: Columbia Public Library
Room: Library Basement
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Author Visit
Event Details:

Witty, creepy, and compulsively readable, bestselling author R.L.

Desktop computer

Microsoft Word Basics: Intro to Word

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Library Basement at Columbia Public Library
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Seniors (55+)

Learn how to create and edit a document with Microsoft Word. We’ll cover basic formatting options like how to bold text, adjust line spacing and change the page alignment.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Columbia Public Library
Room: Library Basement
Age Group: Seniors (55+)
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to create and edit a document with Microsoft Word. We’ll cover basic formatting options like how to bold text, adjust line spacing and change the page alignment.

Disclaimer(s)

Cancellation Notification: To cancel your registration, you can click on the cancellation link that you will receive in your confirmation email/text or in reminder email/text sent 48 hours before the event date. Also, if email/text is not a good option when canceling, please call the library at 618-281-4237 to let us know you are cancelling.


 

Seniors sitting at round tables for lunch.

Seniors' Club

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Offsite at Off Site
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Seniors (55+)
Seniors' Club (55+):

The American Legion and the Columbia public library are proud to announce that we are joining forces to host our weekly senior club! Join us Thursdays at 11am at the American ...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Seniors (55+)
Program Type: Other

The American Legion and the Columbia public library are proud to announce that we are joining forces to host our weekly senior club! 

Join us Thursdays at 11am at the American Legion hall at 375 E Locust. All are welcome!!

People can choose to socialize or be apart of the weekly activity and it is $5.50 for the lunch.


 

perler bead photo frame

Teen Creations: Perler Bead Photo Frame Magnet (11-17 yrs.)

Friday, February 27, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Basement at Columbia Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tween (8-12 yrs.), Teens (11-17 yrs.)

Use perler beads to design your own photo frame magnet. Materials are provided by the library. 

Recommended for ages 11-17 years.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Columbia Public Library
Room: Library Basement
Age Group: Tween (8-12 yrs.), Teens (11-17 yrs.)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Use perler beads to design your own photo frame magnet. Materials are provided by the library. 

Recommended for ages 11-17 years.

Disclaimer(s)

Cancellation Notification: To cancel your registration, you can click on the cancellation link that you will receive in your confirmation email/text or in reminder email/text sent 48 hours before the event date. Also, if email/text is not a good option when canceling, please call the library at 618-281-4237 to let us know you are cancelling.


 

People in class of chair yoga with hands stretched above their heads while in chair.

Chair Yoga

Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Library Basement at Columbia Public Library
Program Type:
Yoga
Age Group:
Adults (18+), New Adults (18-22 yrs.), Seniors (55+)
Chair Yoga (Adults):

Increase strength, flexibility, coordination and reduce stress as Lisa Fox guides you through yoga poses that utilize a chair for balance. 

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Columbia Public Library
Room: Library Basement
Age Group: Adults (18+), New Adults (18-22 yrs.), Seniors (55+)
Program Type: Yoga
Registration Required

Increase strength, flexibility, coordination and reduce stress as Lisa Fox guides you through yoga poses that utilize a chair for balance. 

Disclaimer(s)

Liability Waiver Form: After registering, participants must sign a Liability Wavier before the event. Liability Forms are signed only once a year. Ask library staff at front desk or print one off . Please turn in at front desk or at beginning of program. Thank you.
 


 

Cancellation Notification: To cancel your registration, you can click on the cancellation link that you will receive in your confirmation email/text or in reminder email/text sent 48 hours before the event date. Also, if email/text is not a good option when canceling, please call the library at 618-281-4237 to let us know you are cancelling.


 

Crafts pictured from pinterest blogs include pop pop shooter, pasta necklace and i-spy sensory bottle.

Spring Crafts (3-6 yrs.)

Monday, March 2, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Library Basement at Columbia Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Pre-K Children (3-5 yrs.), Kids (6-10 yrs.)

Bring you little one to make a pom pom shooter, pasta necklace, and I-Spy Sensory Bottle. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Columbia Public Library
Room: Library Basement
Age Group: Pre-K Children (3-5 yrs.), Kids (6-10 yrs.)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bring you little one to make a pom pom shooter, pasta necklace, and I-Spy Sensory Bottle. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adult: In this program, children under the age of 8 years must be supervised by an adult. 

Cancellation Notification: To cancel your registration, you can click on the cancellation link that you will receive in your confirmation email/text or in reminder email/text sent 48 hours before the event date. Also, if email/text is not a good option when canceling, please call the library at 618-281-4237 to let us know you are cancelling.


 

Crafts pictured from online blogs include no sew sock bunnies, birdseed bells and polymer clay bracklets.

Spring Crafts (7-10 yrs.)

Monday, March 2, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Library Basement at Columbia Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids (6-10 yrs.)

Kids get to make a no sew sock bunny, bird seed bell, and beaded bracelet or keychain.  

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Columbia Public Library
Room: Library Basement
Age Group: Kids (6-10 yrs.)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Kids get to make a no sew sock bunny, bird seed bell, and beaded bracelet or keychain.  

Disclaimer(s)

Cancellation Notification: To cancel your registration, you can click on the cancellation link that you will receive in your confirmation email/text or in reminder email/text sent 48 hours before the event date. Also, if email/text is not a good option when canceling, please call the library at 618-281-4237 to let us know you are cancelling.


 

Crafts pictured from pinterest blogs include whisk dragonfly, charm bracelet, and brown bunny bag craft.

Spring Crafts (11-17 yrs.)

Monday, March 2, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Library Basement at Columbia Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tween (8-12 yrs.), Teens (11-17 yrs.)

Teens get to make a charm bracelet, whisk dragonfly, and a brown bunny treat bag! All supplies are covered by the library. 

Recommended for teens 11-17 years.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Columbia Public Library
Room: Library Basement
Age Group: Tween (8-12 yrs.), Teens (11-17 yrs.)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Teens get to make a charm bracelet, whisk dragonfly, and a brown bunny treat bag! All supplies are covered by the library. 

Recommended for teens 11-17 years.

Disclaimer(s)

Cancellation Notification: To cancel your registration, you can click on the cancellation link that you will receive in your confirmation email/text or in reminder email/text sent 48 hours before the event date. Also, if email/text is not a good option when canceling, please call the library at 618-281-4237 to let us know you are cancelling.


 

Parent holding book open for baby.

Babygarten (6-18 mos.)

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 9:15am - 10:00am
Library Basement at Columbia Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies (0-18 mos.)
Babygarten (6-18 mos.):

Bring your baby for rhymes, songs, play, and choral reading to build their language and early literacy skills. We get busy so remember to wear comfy clothes. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Columbia Public Library
Room: Library Basement
Age Group: Babies (0-18 mos.)
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

Bring your baby for rhymes, songs, play, and choral reading to build their language and early literacy skills. We get busy so remember to wear comfy clothes. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adult: In this program, children under the age of 8 years must be supervised by an adult. 

Cancellation Notification: To cancel your registration, you can click on the cancellation link that you will receive in your confirmation email/text or in reminder email/text sent 48 hours before the event date. Also, if email/text is not a good option when canceling, please call the library at 618-281-4237 to let us know you are cancelling.


 

Two little boys reading together in field, one with orange hat the other with blue hat.

Story Hour (3-5 yrs.)

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Library Basement at Columbia Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Pre-K Children (3-5 yrs.)
Story Hour (3-5 yrs.):

Children build early literacy skills in a themed story time with songs, stories, craft, and free play with new friends.  

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Columbia Public Library
Room: Library Basement
Age Group: Pre-K Children (3-5 yrs.)
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

Children build early literacy skills in a themed story time with songs, stories, craft, and free play with new friends. 


 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adult: In this program, children under the age of 8 years must be supervised by an adult. 

Cancellation Notification: To cancel your registration, you can click on the cancellation link that you will receive in your confirmation email/text or in reminder email/text sent 48 hours before the event date. Also, if email/text is not a good option when canceling, please call the library at 618-281-4237 to let us know you are cancelling.


 

Child with glasses in front of book looking at viewer.

Tot-Time (18 mos.-3 yrs.)

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Library Basement at Columbia Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers (19 mos.-3 yrs.)
Tot-Time (19 mos. - 3 yrs.):

Toddlers and their caregivers join in on simple stories, rhymes, songs, and a fun activity or themed craft. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Columbia Public Library
Room: Library Basement
Age Group: Toddlers (19 mos.-3 yrs.)
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

Toddlers and their caregivers join in on simple stories, rhymes, songs, and a fun activity or themed craft. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adult: In this program, children under the age of 8 years must be supervised by an adult. 

Cancellation Notification: To cancel your registration, you can click on the cancellation link that you will receive in your confirmation email/text or in reminder email/text sent 48 hours before the event date. Also, if email/text is not a good option when canceling, please call the library at 618-281-4237 to let us know you are cancelling.


 

Illustrated teen dungeon master playing game with dragons.

Dungeons and Dragons

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Library Basement at Columbia Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens (11-17 yrs.)
Dungeons and Dragons (11-17 yrs.):

Curious about Dungeons and Dragons? Develop your problem solving and improve skills in this role-playing game with dragons, orcs, and other monstrous creatures! Game materials are ...

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Columbia Public Library
Room: Library Basement
Age Group: Teens (11-17 yrs.)
Program Type: Other
Registration Required

Curious about Dungeons and Dragons? Develop your problem solving and improve skills in this role-playing game with dragons, orcs, and other monstrous creatures! Game materials are provided along with snacks and drinks. 

Participants will be grouped into 4-6 players per game. Games are led by teen Dungeon Masters and supervised by the librarian. 

Groups are divided up by number of available Dungeon Masters. 

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergy Wavier Form: After registering, participants must sign a Food Allergy Wavier before the event. Liability Forms are signed only once a year. Ask library staff at front desk or print one off . Please turn in at front desk or at beginning of program. Thank you.
 


 

Cancellation Notification: To cancel your registration, you can click on the cancellation link that you will receive in your confirmation email/text or in reminder email/text sent 48 hours before the event date. Also, if email/text is not a good option when canceling, please call the library at 618-281-4237 to let us know you are cancelling.


 

The German Wife by Kelly Rimmer book cover.

Novels at Night

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Offsite at Off Site
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults (18+)

Join our book discussion on "The German Wife" by Kelly Rimmer. Request a copy from the catalog. Library will be covering the appetizers and non-alcoholic drinks.

Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join our book discussion on "The German Wife" by Kelly Rimmer. Request a copy from the catalog. Library will be covering the appetizers and non-alcoholic drinks.

Disclaimer(s)

Cancellation Notification: To cancel your registration, you can click on the cancellation link that you will receive in your confirmation email/text or in reminder email/text sent 48 hours before the event date. Also, if email/text is not a good option when canceling, please call the library at 618-281-4237 to let us know you are cancelling.


 

Seniors sitting at round tables for lunch.

Seniors' Club

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Offsite at Off Site
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Seniors (55+)
Seniors' Club (55+):

The American Legion and the Columbia public library are proud to announce that we are joining forces to host our weekly senior club! Join us Thursdays at 11am at the American ...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Seniors (55+)
Program Type: Other

The American Legion and the Columbia public library are proud to announce that we are joining forces to host our weekly senior club! 

Join us Thursdays at 11am at the American Legion hall at 375 E Locust. All are welcome!!

People can choose to socialize or be apart of the weekly activity and it is $5.50 for the lunch.


 

Two girls dancing in a circle together.

Wiggle Time (1-5 yrs.)

Friday, March 6, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Library Basement at Columbia Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children (0-5 yrs.), Babies (0-18 mos.), Toddlers (19 mos.-3 yrs.), Pre-K Children (3-5 yrs.)
Wiggle Time (1-5 years):

Toddler’s and their caregivers sing along while learning movements to music and play! 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Columbia Public Library
Room: Library Basement
Age Group: Children (0-5 yrs.), Babies (0-18 mos.), Toddlers (19 mos.-3 yrs.), Pre-K Children (3-5 yrs.)
Program Type: Other
Registration Required

Toddler’s and their caregivers sing along while learning movements to music and play! 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adult: In this program, children under the age of 8 years must be supervised by an adult. 

Liability Waiver Form: After registering, participants must sign a Liability Wavier before the event. Liability Forms are signed only once a year. Ask library staff at front desk or print one off . Please turn in at front desk or at beginning of program. Thank you.
 


 

Cancellation Notification: To cancel your registration, you can click on the cancellation link that you will receive in your confirmation email/text or in reminder email/text sent 48 hours before the event date. Also, if email/text is not a good option when canceling, please call the library at 618-281-4237 to let us know you are cancelling.


 

Illustrated teen dungeon master playing game with dragons.

Dungeons and Dragons

Monday, March 9, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Library Basement at Columbia Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens (11-17 yrs.)
Dungeons and Dragons (11-17 yrs.):

Curious about Dungeons and Dragons? Develop your problem solving and improve skills in this role-playing game with dragons, orcs, and other monstrous creatures! Game materials are ...

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Columbia Public Library
Room: Library Basement
Age Group: Teens (11-17 yrs.)
Program Type: Other
Registration Required

Curious about Dungeons and Dragons? Develop your problem solving and improve skills in this role-playing game with dragons, orcs, and other monstrous creatures! Game materials are provided along with snacks and drinks. 

Participants will be grouped into 4-6 players per game. Games are led by teen Dungeon Masters and supervised by the librarian. 

Groups are divided up by number of available Dungeon Masters. 

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergy Wavier Form: After registering, participants must sign a Food Allergy Wavier before the event. Liability Forms are signed only once a year. Ask library staff at front desk or print one off . Please turn in at front desk or at beginning of program. Thank you.
 


 

Cancellation Notification: To cancel your registration, you can click on the cancellation link that you will receive in your confirmation email/text or in reminder email/text sent 48 hours before the event date. Also, if email/text is not a good option when canceling, please call the library at 618-281-4237 to let us know you are cancelling.


 

Parent holding book open for baby.

Babygarten (6-18 mos.)

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 9:15am - 10:00am
Library Basement at Columbia Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies (0-18 mos.)
Babygarten (6-18 mos.):

Bring your baby for rhymes, songs, play, and choral reading to build their language and early literacy skills. We get busy so remember to wear comfy clothes. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Columbia Public Library
Room: Library Basement
Age Group: Babies (0-18 mos.)
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

Bring your baby for rhymes, songs, play, and choral reading to build their language and early literacy skills. We get busy so remember to wear comfy clothes. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adult: In this program, children under the age of 8 years must be supervised by an adult. 

Cancellation Notification: To cancel your registration, you can click on the cancellation link that you will receive in your confirmation email/text or in reminder email/text sent 48 hours before the event date. Also, if email/text is not a good option when canceling, please call the library at 618-281-4237 to let us know you are cancelling.


 

Two little boys reading together in field, one with orange hat the other with blue hat.

Story Hour (3-5 yrs.)

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Library Basement at Columbia Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Pre-K Children (3-5 yrs.)
Story Hour (3-5 yrs.):

Children build early literacy skills in a themed story time with songs, stories, craft, and free play with new friends.  

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Columbia Public Library
Room: Library Basement
Age Group: Pre-K Children (3-5 yrs.)
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

Children build early literacy skills in a themed story time with songs, stories, craft, and free play with new friends. 


 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adult: In this program, children under the age of 8 years must be supervised by an adult. 

Cancellation Notification: To cancel your registration, you can click on the cancellation link that you will receive in your confirmation email/text or in reminder email/text sent 48 hours before the event date. Also, if email/text is not a good option when canceling, please call the library at 618-281-4237 to let us know you are cancelling.


 

Child with glasses in front of book looking at viewer.

Tot-Time (18 mos.-3 yrs.)

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Library Basement at Columbia Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Toddlers (19 mos.-3 yrs.)
Tot-Time (19 mos. - 3 yrs.):

Toddlers and their caregivers join in on simple stories, rhymes, songs, and a fun activity or themed craft. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Columbia Public Library
Room: Library Basement
Age Group: Toddlers (19 mos.-3 yrs.)
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

Toddlers and their caregivers join in on simple stories, rhymes, songs, and a fun activity or themed craft. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adult: In this program, children under the age of 8 years must be supervised by an adult. 

Cancellation Notification: To cancel your registration, you can click on the cancellation link that you will receive in your confirmation email/text or in reminder email/text sent 48 hours before the event date. Also, if email/text is not a good option when canceling, please call the library at 618-281-4237 to let us know you are cancelling.