Columbia Public Library

9:00am-8:00pm

106 North Metter Ave.
Columbia, IL 62236
United States

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Sun: Closed

Mon-Wed: 9:00am-8:00pm

Thu-Fri: Closed

Sat: 9:00am-4:00pm

Week Calendar

On narrow displays, the weekly calendar is wider than the screen. You can side-scroll within this table to view events and reservations for the whole week.

Time	Sun (11/30)	Mon (12/01)	Tue (12/02)	Wed (12/03)	Thu (12/04)	Fri (12/05)	Sat (12/06)
9 am			This event is in the "Babies (0-18 mos.)" group Babygarten (6-18 mos.) 9:15am–10:00am Babies (0-18 mos.) Open Registration Required This event is in the "Babies (0-18 mos.)" group Open 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.
10 am			This event is in the "Pre-K Children (3-5 yrs.)" group Story Hour (3-5 yrs.) 10:00am–11:00am Pre-K Children (3-5 yrs.) Open Registration Required This event is in the "Pre-K Children (3-5 yrs.)" group Open 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 "Children (0-5 yrs.)" group This event is in the "Babies (0-18 mos.)" group This event is in the "Toddlers (19 mos.-3 yrs.)" group This event is in the "Pre-K Children (3-5 yrs.)" group Wiggle Time (1-5 yrs.) 10:30am–11:30am Children (0-5 yrs.), Babies (0-18 mos.), Toddlers (19 mos.-3 yrs.), Pre-K Children (3-5 yrs.) Open Registration Required This event is in the "Children (0-5 yrs.)" group This event is in the "Babies (0-18 mos.)" group This event is in the "Toddlers (19 mos.-3 yrs.)" group This event is in the "Pre-K Children (3-5 yrs.)" group Open 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.	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+) Waitlist Registration Required 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 Waitlist 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.
11 am			This event is in the "Toddlers (19 mos.-3 yrs.)" group Tot-Time (18 mos.-3 yrs.) 11:00am–12:00pm Toddlers (19 mos.-3 yrs.) Open Registration Required This event is in the "Toddlers (19 mos.-3 yrs.)" group Open 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 "Seniors (55+)" group Seniors' Club 11:00am–1:00pm Seniors (55+) Offsite Event This event is in the "Seniors (55+)" group 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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3 pm			This event is in the "Teens (11-17 yrs.)" group Dungeons and Dragons 3:30pm–5:30pm Teens (11-17 yrs.) Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens (11-17 yrs.)" group Open 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.
4 pm		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 Last Minute Christmas Gifts (5-7 yrs.) 4:00pm–5:00pm Children (0-5 yrs.), Pre-K Children (3-5 yrs.), Kids (6-10 yrs.) Open Registration Required 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 Open Library Branch: Columbia Public Library Room: Library Basement Age Group: Children (0-5 yrs.), Pre-K Children (3-5 yrs.), Kids (6-10 yrs.) Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Need some gifts for family and friends? Come make 3-4 DIY Christmas gifts. The library provides the materials. Puzzle Wreath Ornament Snowman Cozie Whipped flavored butter 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.
5 pm		This event is in the "Tween (8-12 yrs.)" group Last Minute Christmas Gifts (8-12 yrs.) 5:30pm–6:30pm Tween (8-12 yrs.) Full Registration Required This event is in the "Tween (8-12 yrs.)" group Full Library Branch: Columbia Public Library Room: Library Basement Age Group: Tween (8-12 yrs.) Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Need some gifts for family and friends? Come make 3-4 DIY Christmas gifts. The library provides the materials. * Scrabble Ornament * Cookie in a Jar * Tote Bag with Iron on Design 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.
6 pm					This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Christmas Arrangement (Adults) 6:30pm–8:00pm Adults (18+) Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Waitlist Library Branch: Columbia Public Library Room: Library Basement Age Group: Adults (18+) Program Type: Plants Registration Required Event Details: Make a fresh holiday arrangement at the library to give your table a festive centerpiece for the season. The library provides the materials. 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.
7 pm		This event is in the "Teens (11-17 yrs.)" group 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 Last Minute Christmas Gifts (Teen/Adults) 7:00pm–8:00pm Teens (11-17 yrs.), Adults (18+), New Adults (18-22 yrs.), Seniors (55+) Waitlist Registration Required This event is in the "Teens (11-17 yrs.)" group 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 Waitlist Library Branch: Columbia Public Library Room: Library Basement Age Group: Teens (11-17 yrs.), Adults (18+), New Adults (18-22 yrs.), Seniors (55+) Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Need some gifts for family and friends? Come make 3-4 DIY Christmas gifts. The library provides the materials. Christmas themed crayons Pork Rub Pillow case with personalized picture 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 Novels at Night 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults (18+) Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Open 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 "And Every Morning the Way Home Gets Longer and Longer" by Fredrik Backman. Request a copy from the catalog. Library will have appetizers from Thai House and some 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.