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

Tuesday, March 31, 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.


 

Ceramic pot with mosaic pieces being applied.

Mosaic Pots Workshop

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Library Basement at Columbia Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Plants
Age Group:
Adults (18+)

Get into some comfortable old clothes after work and join us in making colorful mosaic flower pots! 

** Registration is for both days of this two part workshop.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Columbia Public Library
Room: Library Basement
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Plants
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get into some comfortable old clothes after work and join us in making colorful mosaic flower pots! 

** Registration is for both days of this two part workshop.

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.


 

Seniors sitting at round tables for lunch.

Seniors' Club

Thursday, April 2, 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.


 

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Cents-ational Family Storytime

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Library Basement at Columbia Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children (0-5 yrs.), Babies (0-18 mos.), Toddlers (19 mos.-3 yrs.), Pre-K Children (3-5 yrs.), Kids (6-10 yrs.), Tween (8-12 yrs.)

Bring the kids for engaging songs and stories about earning, saving, and spending money. Decorate your own piggy bank. Please register each child you plan to bring that might want a piggy bank.

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.), Kids (6-10 yrs.), Tween (8-12 yrs.)
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bring the kids for engaging songs and stories about earning, saving, and spending money. Decorate your own piggy bank. Please register each child you plan to bring that might want a piggy bank.

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.


 

Parent holding book open for baby.

Babygarten (6-18 mos.)

Tuesday, April 7, 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, April 7, 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, April 7, 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, April 7, 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 Night Watchman by Louisa Endrich book cover.

Novels at Night

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Library Basement at Columbia Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults (18+)

Join our book discussion on "The Night Watchman" by Louise Enrich. Request a copy from the catalog. Library will be covering drinks and treats from a local bakery. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Columbia Public Library
Room: Library Basement
Age Group: Adults (18+)
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join our book discussion on "The Night Watchman" by Louise Enrich. Request a copy from the catalog. Library will be covering drinks and treats from a local bakery. 

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, April 9, 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.


 

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

Chair Yoga

Saturday, April 11, 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. 

Open
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.


 

Illustrated teen dungeon master playing game with dragons.

Dungeons and Dragons

Monday, April 13, 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.


 

three potted plants infront of a window.

Free Plant Swap

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Library Basement at Columbia Public Library
Program Type:
Plants
Age Group:
Everyone
Free Plant Swap:

Bring in a healthy and pest-free plant or cuttings to swap, or just come adopt a new plant. Make sure you bring plants in pots you are willing to part with. Please bring your own b...

Library Branch: Columbia Public Library
Room: Library Basement
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Plants

Bring in a healthy and pest-free plant or cuttings to swap, or just come adopt a new plant. Make sure you bring plants in pots you are willing to part with. Please bring your own bags and/or containers to carry your new green friends’ home. Have information about your plant such as its' name and its' light, soil, and water preferences. Meet new plant friends, both human and vegetation!

Parent holding book open for baby.

Babygarten (6-18 mos.)

Tuesday, April 14, 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, April 14, 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, April 14, 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.


 

Lego people around a round table.

Lego Club (4-12 yrs.)

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Library Basement at Columbia Public Library
Program Type:
Legos
Age Group:
Children (0-5 yrs.), Pre-K Children (3-5 yrs.), Kids (6-10 yrs.), Tween (8-12 yrs.)
Lego Club (4-12 yrs.):

Free build with Legos, try out our LEGO challenge cards, or take on our monthly challenge! Recommended for ages 4-12 yrs.

Library Branch: Columbia Public Library
Room: Library Basement
Age Group: Children (0-5 yrs.), Pre-K Children (3-5 yrs.), Kids (6-10 yrs.), Tween (8-12 yrs.)
Program Type: Legos

Free build with Legos, try out our LEGO challenge cards, or take on our monthly challenge! 

Recommended for ages 4-12 yrs.

Disclaimer(s)

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

Library Board Meetings

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Library Basement at Columbia Public Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Columbia Public Library
Room: Library Basement
Desktop computer

Computer Basics: Email

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Library Basement at Columbia Public Library
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Seniors (55+)
Computer Basics: Email (Adults):

Learn how to use email, including attaching files, deleting and moving emails, and organizing messages. Note: If you have an email account, please bring your email passwo...

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

Learn how to use email, including attaching files, deleting and moving emails, and organizing messages. 

Note: If you have an email account, please bring your email password. Make sure you are able to get into your email before you come to class. 
 

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, April 16, 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.


 

I-Cash Discover with's yours today! Woman on phone.

I-Cash Event

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Columbia Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults (18+), New Adults (18-22 yrs.), Seniors (55+)

Treasurer Michael W. Frerichs is holding more than 5 billion dollars in unclaimed funds to Illinoisans. The state holds lost funds until they are claimed by either the original owner or their heirs. 

Library Branch: Columbia Public Library
Age Group: Adults (18+), New Adults (18-22 yrs.), Seniors (55+)
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Treasurer Michael W. Frerichs is holding more than 5 billion dollars in unclaimed funds to Illinoisans. The state holds lost funds until they are claimed by either the original owner or their heirs. 

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Cristina Henriquez: Voice, Culture, and Human Connection (On Zoom)

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online Program at Columbia Public Library
Program Type:
Author Visit
Age Group:
Adults (18+), New Adults (18-22 yrs.), Seniors (55+)

Join critically acclaimed, bestselling author, Cristina Henríquez, for a compelling conversation about her work.

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Columbia Public Library
Room: Online Program
Age Group: Adults (18+), New Adults (18-22 yrs.), Seniors (55+)
Program Type: Author Visit
Event Details:

Join critically acclaimed, bestselling author, Cristina Henríquez, for a compelling conversation about her work.

Two girls dancing in a circle together.

Wiggle Time (1-5 yrs.)

Friday, April 17, 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.