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This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Sign Up for the Summer Reading Program

All Day 5/19 - 7/12
Everyone
Library Branch: Columbia Public Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group.

Novels at Night

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults (18+)
Closed
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 Chase" by Candice Fox. 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.


 

This event is in the "Children (0-5 yrs.)" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers (19 mos.-3 yrs.)" group.
This event is in the "Pre-K Children (3-5 yrs.)" group.
This event is in the "Kids (6-10 yrs.)" group.
This event is in the "Tween (8-12 yrs.)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (11-17 yrs.)" group.

Tales to Tails (2-12 yrs.)

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Children (0-5 yrs.), Toddlers (19 mos.-3 yrs.), Pre-K Children (3-5 yrs.), Kids (6-10 yrs.), Tween (8-12 yrs.), Teens (11-17 yrs.)
Library Branch: Columbia Public Library
Room: Library Basement
Age Group: Children (0-5 yrs.), Toddlers (19 mos.-3 yrs.), Pre-K Children (3-5 yrs.), Kids (6-10 yrs.), Tween (8-12 yrs.), Teens (11-17 yrs.)
Program Type: Other

Come for a 10-minute visit and read to one of our therapy dogs. Bring a book or choose from one of ours. Must be comfortable around dogs. Each reservation of 10-minutes with a dog can count for one family or one child. **Children under the age of 8 years must be supervised by an adult. 

Due to the limitations of our online calendar we are unable to set up online registration.

To register for this event, please register at the front desk or call 618-281-4237 to schedule your visit with a dog. A waitlist will also be maintained for this event. 

Staff will call and/or text a reminder to registrants and contact those on the waitlist when a time opens up. 

If you need to cancel please call Columbia Library at 618-281-4237 as soon as you know you can not attend. Space is limited and we like to give others on the waitlist an opportunity to attend. 

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.
 


 

This event is in the "Seniors (55+)" group.

Seniors' Club

11:00am - 1:00pm
Seniors (55+)
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.


 

This event is in the "Children (0-5 yrs.)" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers (19 mos.-3 yrs.)" group.
This event is in the "Pre-K Children (3-5 yrs.)" group.

Preschool Yoga (2-5 yrs.)

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Children (0-5 yrs.), Toddlers (19 mos.-3 yrs.), Pre-K Children (3-5 yrs.)
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Columbia Public Library
Room: Library Basement
Age Group: Children (0-5 yrs.), Toddlers (19 mos.-3 yrs.), Pre-K Children (3-5 yrs.)
Program Type: Yoga
Registration Required

Learn yoga poses and breath-work with a fun story and game activity. 

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.


 

This event is in the "Kids (6-10 yrs.)" group.
This event is in the "Tween (8-12 yrs.)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (11-17 yrs.)" group.

Elementary Yoga (6-11 yrs.)

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Kids (6-10 yrs.), Tween (8-12 yrs.), Teens (11-17 yrs.)
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Columbia Public Library
Room: Library Basement
Age Group: Kids (6-10 yrs.), Tween (8-12 yrs.), Teens (11-17 yrs.)
Program Type: Yoga
Registration Required

Learn yoga poses and breath-work with a fun story and game activity. 
 

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.


 

This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group.
This event is in the "New Adults (18-22 yrs.)" group.
This event is in the "Seniors (55+)" group.

Chair Yoga

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults (18+), New Adults (18-22 yrs.), Seniors (55+)
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
Event Details:

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

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.


 

This event is in the "Children (0-5 yrs.)" group.
This event is in the "Pre-K Children (3-5 yrs.)" group.
This event is in the "Kids (6-10 yrs.)" group.
This event is in the "Tween (8-12 yrs.)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (11-17 yrs.)" group.

D.I.Y. Father's Day Gifts (4-12 yrs.)

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Children (0-5 yrs.), Pre-K Children (3-5 yrs.), Kids (6-10 yrs.), Tween (8-12 yrs.), Teens (11-17 yrs.)
Full
Registration Required
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.), Teens (11-17 yrs.)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Make a wooden photo magnet, a fun Shrinky dink key chain or bookmark, and BBQ rub to gift dad for Father's Day this year! 

This event is sponsored by Makers on Main Street. 

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.


 

This event is in the "Children (0-5 yrs.)" group.
This event is in the "Pre-K Children (3-5 yrs.)" group.
This event is in the "Kids (6-10 yrs.)" group.
This event is in the "Tween (8-12 yrs.)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (11-17 yrs.)" group.

D.I.Y. Father's Day Gifts (4-12 yrs.)

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Children (0-5 yrs.), Pre-K Children (3-5 yrs.), Kids (6-10 yrs.), Tween (8-12 yrs.), Teens (11-17 yrs.)
Waitlist
Registration Required
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.), Teens (11-17 yrs.)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Make a wooden photo magnet, a fun Shrinky dink key chain or bookmark, and BBQ rub to gift dad for Father's Day this year! 

This event is sponsored by Makers on Main Street. 

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.


 

This event is in the "Babies (0-18 mos.)" group.

Babygarten

9:15am - 10:00am
Babies (0-18 mos.)
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.


 

This event is in the "Pre-K Children (3-5 yrs.)" group.

Story Hour

10:00am - 11:00am
Pre-K Children (3-5 yrs.)
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.


 

This event is in the "Toddlers (19 mos.-3 yrs.)" group.

Tot-Time

11:00am - 12:00pm
Toddlers (19 mos.-3 yrs.)
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.


 

Library Board Meetings

7:00pm - 8:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Columbia Public Library
Room: Library Basement
This event is in the "Children (0-5 yrs.)" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers (19 mos.-3 yrs.)" group.
This event is in the "Pre-K Children (3-5 yrs.)" group.
This event is in the "Kids (6-10 yrs.)" group.
This event is in the "Tween (8-12 yrs.)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (11-17 yrs.)" group.

Tales to Tails (2-12 yrs.)

10:30am - 12:00pm
Children (0-5 yrs.), Toddlers (19 mos.-3 yrs.), Pre-K Children (3-5 yrs.), Kids (6-10 yrs.), Tween (8-12 yrs.), Teens (11-17 yrs.)
Library Branch: Columbia Public Library
Room: Library Basement
Age Group: Children (0-5 yrs.), Toddlers (19 mos.-3 yrs.), Pre-K Children (3-5 yrs.), Kids (6-10 yrs.), Tween (8-12 yrs.), Teens (11-17 yrs.)
Program Type: Other

Come for a 10-minute visit and read to one of our therapy dogs. Bring a book or choose from one of ours. Must be comfortable around dogs. Each reservation of 10-minutes with a dog can count for one family or one child. **Children under the age of 8 years must be supervised by an adult. 

Due to the limitations of our online calendar we are unable to set up online registration.

To register for this event, please register at the front desk or call 618-281-4237 to schedule your visit with a dog. A waitlist will also be maintained for this event. 

Staff will call and/or text a reminder to registrants and contact those on the waitlist when a time opens up. 

If you need to cancel please call Columbia Library at 618-281-4237 as soon as you know you can not attend. Space is limited and we like to give others on the waitlist an opportunity to attend. 

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.
 


 

This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group.
This event is in the "New Adults (18-22 yrs.)" group.
This event is in the "Seniors (55+)" group.

Goat Yoga (Adults)

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults (18+), New Adults (18-22 yrs.), Seniors (55+)
Waitlist
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Adults (18+), New Adults (18-22 yrs.), Seniors (55+)
Program Type: Yoga
Registration Required
Event Details:

This beginner-level yoga class is taught by a fully-certified yoga instructor and is "supervised" by goats who roam freely as you practice! You are welcome to bring your own yoga mat but be aware - the goats may nibble or tinkle on it! 

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.


 

This event is in the "Seniors (55+)" group.

Seniors' Club

11:00am - 1:00pm
Seniors (55+)
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.


 

This event is in the "Kids (6-10 yrs.)" group.
This event is in the "Tween (8-12 yrs.)" group.

How to Draw "Pokemon" Characters with Mr. Todd

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Kids (6-10 yrs.), Tween (8-12 yrs.)
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Columbia Public Library
Room: Library Basement
Age Group: Kids (6-10 yrs.), Tween (8-12 yrs.)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

St. Louis art instructor, Todd Tevlin, teaches your children step by step instructions in drawing two characters from the hit card game /cartoon, POKEMON.

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.


 

This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group.
This event is in the "New Adults (18-22 yrs.)" group.
This event is in the "Seniors (55+)" group.

Medicare 101 Seminar (Adults)

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults (18+), New Adults (18-22 yrs.), Seniors (55+)
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Columbia Public Library
Room: Library Basement
Age Group: Adults (18+), New Adults (18-22 yrs.), Seniors (55+)
Program Type: Presentation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Bryant Fifer with Senior Benefit Services for a Medicare 101 seminar at Columbia Library. 

Learn how to:  

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.


 

This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group.
This event is in the "New Adults (18-22 yrs.)" group.
This event is in the "Seniors (55+)" group.

Pickleball Tournament (Adults)

9:30am - 12:00pm
Adults (18+), New Adults (18-22 yrs.), Seniors (55+)
Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Adults (18+), New Adults (18-22 yrs.), Seniors (55+)
Program Type: Health & Fitness
Registration Required

Love to play pickle ball? The library is hosting a round robin tournament in Metter Park! All are welcome to watch the tournament. 

If you are interested in playing, register your team under one persons name as a group of two. Equipment is provided. 

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.


 

This event is in the "Tween (8-12 yrs.)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (11-17 yrs.)" group.
This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group.

Teen Crime Stoppers (14-18 yrs.)

3:30pm - 5:30pm
Tween (8-12 yrs.), Teens (11-17 yrs.), Adults (18+)
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Columbia Public Library
Room: Library Basement
Age Group: Tween (8-12 yrs.), Teens (11-17 yrs.), Adults (18+)
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Become a part of a team of private investigators that will be examining the physical evidence, stringing together clues, and looking into suspects, all connected to the crime scene that happened on a popular TV talent show America's Next Superstar

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.


 

This event is in the "Babies (0-18 mos.)" group.

Babygarten

9:15am - 10:00am
Babies (0-18 mos.)
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.


 

This event is in the "Pre-K Children (3-5 yrs.)" group.

Story Hour

10:00am - 11:00am
Pre-K Children (3-5 yrs.)
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.


 

This event is in the "Toddlers (19 mos.-3 yrs.)" group.

Tot-Time

11:00am - 12:00pm
Toddlers (19 mos.-3 yrs.)
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.


 

This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group.
This event is in the "New Adults (18-22 yrs.)" group.
This event is in the "Seniors (55+)" group.

Adult Craft Night

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults (18+), New Adults (18-22 yrs.), Seniors (55+)
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Columbia Public Library
Room: Library Basement
Age Group: Adults (18+), New Adults (18-22 yrs.), Seniors (55+)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Make a hummingbird feeder from a recycled glass bottle to hang on your porch or to give a friend! 

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.