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Our Failed Attempts to Make English Eezier to Spell

with Author Gabe Henry
2025-09-17 14:00:00 2025-09-17 15:00:00 America/Indiana/Indianapolis Our Failed Attempts to Make English Eezier to Spell Have you ever wondered why the English spelling of words is sometimes? well? just weird? online -

Wednesday, September 17
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-09-17 14:00:00 2025-09-17 15:00:00 America/Indiana/Indianapolis Our Failed Attempts to Make English Eezier to Spell Have you ever wondered why the English spelling of words is sometimes? well? just weird? online -

Have you ever wondered why the English spelling of words is sometimes? well? just weird?

Come on a surprisingly hilarious journey with us and author Gabe Henry through the history of the English language, while we discuss troublemakers like Mark Twain who broke all the rules.

Anyone who has the misfortune to write in English will, every now and then, struggle with its spelling. In our erratic system, choir and liar rhyme, daughter and laughter don’t, and somehow you and ewe can’t agree on a single letter. So why do we still use it? If our spelling is so inconsistent, why haven’t we tried to fix it? 

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Authors and Book Discussions |

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Hours
Mon, Aug 18 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Aug 19 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Aug 20 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Aug 21 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Aug 22 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Aug 23 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Aug 24 Closed
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The Main Library is located in the Cleo Rogers Memorial Library in downtown Columbus at 536 Fifth Street. Completed in 1969 and designed by architect I.M. Pei, it features library collections for children, teens, and adults. It also houses the Columbus Indiana Architectural Archives, Family and Local History collection, and BCPL Create studio.  

Upcoming events

Hope Library Closed
Wed, Aug 20, All day
Hope - Hope Branch Library
Due to renovations, Hope Library is closed August 18-20th. Starting August 21st, limited services will resume during normal hours at the Hope Annex.
Hope Hooks and Needles
Wed, Aug 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Student's Fund of Hope Community Engagement Hub
The Hooks and Needles program is for all types of needle crafters to gather, create, and socialize.
Teen Film Series: Musicals
Wed, Aug 20, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
Snacks and drinks provided. 13 - The Muppets 20 - Save the Last Dance 27 - Newsies
Registration is now closed
Returning to Romance Through Food and Flirty Fun in Fiction - with Casey McQuiston
Wed, Aug 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Columbus
Bring an appetite for sizzling drama as we discuss New York Times bestselling author Casey McQuiston's latest romantic comedy, The Pairing.
Register
Library Babies - For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Aug 21, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus - Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
BCPL Express @ Edinburgh Food Pantry
Thu, Aug 21, 10:00am - 11:30am
BCPL Express
BCPL Express is a mobile free book program from the Bartholomew County Public Library. 
Library Babies - For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Aug 21, 10:35am - 11:00am
Columbus - Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
Library Babies - For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Aug 21, 11:05am - 11:30am
Columbus - Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
Tween Game Time
Thu, Aug 21, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Tween Area
Stop by after school and join us for some laid-back fun as we play our way through our collection of board, card, and dice games. Game selection may vary.
Teen Game Day
Thu, Aug 21, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Area
Learn to play new games and enjoy older ones in this afterschool games club. Games include Disney Sorcerer?s Arena: Epic Alliance, numerous unicorn-themed games, and play games on our arcade machine.
Teen Dungeons and Dragons
Thu, Aug 21, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
Create a level 5, fifth edition character prior to the game or use a pre-created character to explore the world of D&D. This game is beginner-friendly. All materials provided.
BCPL Express @ Pet Food Pantry - Columbus Airpark
Thu, Aug 21, 3:30pm - 4:45pm
BCPL Express
BCPL Express is a mobile free book program from the Bartholomew County Public Library. 
Taking Care of YOU - with Velshonna Luckey of Self-Healing Communities
Thu, Aug 21, 5:45pm - 7:00pm
Columbus - Conference Room
We all face challenges, or know someone carrying a heavy load. In this workshop, we will clarify what self-care truly means and share practical tools to help you stay healthy, vibrant, and strong.
Lights up, Sound Down Movie
Fri, Aug 22, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Columbus - Red Room
Watch a movie with us in a sensory-friendly environment. This month's movie will be Paddington in Puru (PG).
Notary Available at Hope
Fri, Aug 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hope
Come to Hope Annex on Fridays from 2-3PM to get items notarized by staff member notary Jennifer Pardue. Please have photo ID.
Teen Silent Book Club
Fri, Aug 22, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
The LEX - Outside Green Space
Chat and enjoy snacks and drinks, then spend an hour reading silently in community!
Banister Bluegrass on the Plaza - BCPL Concert Series
Fri, Aug 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Columbus - Library Plaza
Enjoy free summer concerts on the Library Plaza! Local bands, great vibes?bring a chair, your favorite snacks, and drinks. Relax, listen, and enjoy live music under the open sky!
Secret Lives of Buildings: Uncovering Their Secrets
Sat, Aug 23, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Columbus - Red Room
Curious about a building's past? Join BCPL and BCHS staff to learn how to research historic buildings, like your home, built before 1950, using local records, maps, and more.
BCPL Express @ Community Center of Hope
Mon, Aug 25, 10:00am - 10:30am
BCPL Express
BCPL Express is a mobile free book program from the Bartholomew County Public Library. 
Flow Yoga
Mon, Aug 25, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Columbus - Red Room
Join us for a one-hour session with certified yoga instructor Sonia Aponte. This class will focus on a smooth, continuous flow of movements linked to the breath to help achieve a mind/body balance.
BCPL Express @ Gateway Apartments
Mon, Aug 25, 2:45pm - 3:45pm
BCPL Express
BCPL Express is a mobile free book program from the Bartholomew County Public Library. 
Teen Volunteer Day
Mon, Aug 25, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
Earn volunteer hours by helping out in the Teen Services Department.
BCPL Express @ Ashford Apartments
Mon, Aug 25, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
BCPL Express
BCPL Express is a mobile free book program from the Bartholomew County Public Library. 
Family Storytime - Ages 1-5
Mon, Aug 25, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Columbus - Children's Programming Room
Join us at the library for Family Storytime!
Adults Reading YA Book Club: School Settings
Mon, Aug 25, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Columbus - Non-Library Location (See description)
This month read any teen book that takes place in a public school, boarding school, or magical academy and share what you read with the group. Meet at The Columbus Bar, located at 322 4th Street.
Toddler Time - Ages 1-3
Tue, Aug 26, 9:15am - 9:45am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Toddler Time!
Toddler Time - Ages 1-3
Tue, Aug 26, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Toddler Time!
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5
Tue, Aug 26, 11:00am - 11:30am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Storytime!
Chair Yoga
Tue, Aug 26, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Columbus - Red Room
Join us for a one-hour session with certified yoga and chair yoga instructor. These sessions are great for beginners and those who want to focus on gentle practice.
Legal Aid Clinic
Tue, Aug 26, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Lower Level Reception Area,Meeting Room 3,Meeting Room 5
3pm - 4pm General Civil Advice Clinic 4pm - 5pm Eviction Legal Advice
BCPL Express @ Love Chapel Mobile Pantry - Hope Town Square
Tue, Aug 26, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
BCPL Express
BCPL Express is a mobile free book program from the Bartholomew County Public Library. 
Teen Crochet Camp: Intermediate-Frog
Tue, Aug 26, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
We will follow a pattern to make a cute, leggy frog. This program is best suited for teens who already know the basics of crochet.
Adults on the Spectrum
Tue, Aug 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Columbus - Meeting Room 4
Support group for individuals 18 and up on the autism spectrum. Provided by Inclusive Options.
All Book'd Book Club
Tue, Aug 26, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Columbus - Red Room,Zoom 2
All Book'd is a lively book club led by Shelly and Maria. We read all genres and love great conversation. Join us for thoughtful reads and friendly discussion!
Girls Who Code
Tue, Aug 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Girls Who Code Clubs are spaces where girls can join our sisterhood of supportive peers and use Computer Science to change the world.
Reading with Friends
Wed, Aug 27, 9:30am - 10:30am
Columbus - Red Room
This book group is designed for readers and non-readers. Participants can enjoy stories and be guided through discussion and activities related to the reading.
Teen Film Series: Musicals
Wed, Aug 27, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
Snacks and drinks provided. 13 - The Muppets 20 - Save the Last Dance 27 - Newsies
Library Babies - For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Aug 28, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus - Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
Library Babies - For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Aug 28, 10:35am - 11:00am
Columbus - Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
BCPL Express @ Big Red Blowout IUC
Thu, Aug 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
BCPL Express
BCPL Express is a mobile free book program from the Bartholomew County Public Library. 
Library Babies - For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Aug 28, 11:05am - 11:30am
Columbus - Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
BCPL Express @ Heritage Woods
Thu, Aug 28, 2:45pm - 3:45pm
BCPL Express
BCPL Express is a mobile free book program from the Bartholomew County Public Library. 
Tween Game Time
Thu, Aug 28, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Tween Area
Stop by after school and join us for some laid-back fun as we play our way through our collection of board, card, and dice games. Game selection may vary.
Teen Game Day
Thu, Aug 28, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Area
Learn to play new games and enjoy older ones in this afterschool games club. Games include Disney Sorcerer?s Arena: Epic Alliance, numerous unicorn-themed games, and play games on our arcade machine.
Teen Disc Golf
Thu, Aug 28, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
The LEX - Disc Golf Course at The LEX
Learn to play Disc Golf on the new course at the Lex! Discs provided and beginners welcome!
NAMI Peer Support
Thu, Aug 28, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Columbus - Conference Room
NAMI support groups are peer-led and offer participants an opportunity to share their experiences and gain support from other attendees.
3D Design 101
Thu, Aug 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Columbus - Meeting Room 4
Jump into 3D design! Using Tinkercad, you'll learn how to build a simple 3D design, customize your creation, and prep it for 3D printing. No experience, no problem! .
Notary Available at Hope
Fri, Aug 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hope
Come to Hope Annex on Fridays from 2-3PM to get items notarized by staff member notary Jennifer Pardue. Please have photo ID.
Teen Art Studio: Diamond Art Magnets
Fri, Aug 29, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
Make a cute magnet for your locker, fridge, or other magnetic object using diamond painting.
All Library Locations Closed
Mon, Sep 01, All day
Columbus
All locations are closed on this day.
Toddler Time - Ages 1-3
Tue, Sep 02, 9:15am - 9:45am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Toddler Time!
Toddler Time - Ages 1-3
Tue, Sep 02, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Toddler Time!
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5
Tue, Sep 02, 11:00am - 11:30am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Storytime!
Chair Yoga
Tue, Sep 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Columbus - Red Room
Join us for a one-hour session with certified yoga and chair yoga instructor. These sessions are great for beginners and those who want to focus on gentle practice.
Teen Art Studio: Pride Headbands
Tue, Sep 02, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
Using the colors of your preferred pride flag or just colors that you enjoy, make pom-poms and attach them to a headband to make something fun and unique to wear to pride this weekend!
Preschool Art Studio - Ages 1-5
Wed, Sep 03, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Columbus - Children's Programming Room
Children ages 1-5 and their caregivers can drop in anytime from 11:15-12:00 to make art. Please dress for a mess, just in case! This is a drop-in program, so stay as long or as little as you'd like.
Skill Builders
Wed, Sep 03, 1:00pm - 2:15pm
Columbus - Lower Level Reception Area,Meeting Room 3,Meeting Room 4,Meeting Room 5
Have fun crafting while we socialize. Skill Builders is a craft program for Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and their caregivers.
Skill Builders
Wed, Sep 03, 2:30pm - 3:15pm
Columbus - Lower Level Reception Area,Meeting Room 3,Meeting Room 4,Meeting Room 5
Have fun crafting while we socialize. Skill Builders is a craft program for Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and their caregivers.
Teen Film Series: Hispanic Heritage Month
Wed, Sep 03, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
Snacks and drinks provided. 3 - Encanto 10 - Blue Beetle 17 - Book of Life 24 - Spy Kids
Bartholomew County Writer's Group
Wed, Sep 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Columbus - Conference Room
We're a collection of local writers of all ages and all genres, gathered to learn from and inspire each other. Together, we can improve our craft and continue down the road to success.
Sierra Club - Winding Waters Group
Wed, Sep 03, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Columbus - Red Room
Join us for our monthly meeting! Open to the public, each gathering features guest speakers presenting on key environmental topics. Connect, learn, and take action for a greener future.
On Writing Darkly Charming Villainous Love - with Hannah Nicole Maehrer
Wed, Sep 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Embrace your dark side (and your best evil laugh) and join us in conversation with Hannah Nicole Maehrer, creator of the New York Times bestselling Assistant to the Villain series.
Register
Library Babies - For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Sep 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus - Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
Library Babies - For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Sep 04, 10:35am - 11:00am
Columbus - Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
Library Babies - For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Sep 04, 11:05am - 11:30am
Columbus - Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
Tween Game Time
Thu, Sep 04, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Tween Area
Stop by after school and join us for some laid-back fun as we play our way through our collection of board, card, and dice games. Game selection may vary.
Teen Game Day
Thu, Sep 04, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Area
Learn to play new games and enjoy older ones in this afterschool games club. Games include Disney Sorcerer?s Arena: Epic Alliance, numerous unicorn-themed games, and play games on our arcade machine.
Teen Exhibit Columbus Tours
Fri, Sep 05, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
Visit this cycle?s exhibits, guided by Dakota. Meet up in the Teen Room to begin each tour. See description below for full schedule:
DuVenky Code on the Plaza copy - BCPL Concert Series
Fri, Sep 05, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Columbus - Library Plaza
Enjoy free summer concerts on the Library Plaza! Local bands, great vibes?bring a chair, your favorite snacks, and drinks. Relax, listen, and enjoy live music under the open sky!
Columbus Pride Festival
Sat, Sep 06, 12:00pm - 6:00pm
Columbus - Non-Library Location (See description)
Visit the library at the Pride Festival! Get a free book at the BCPL Express! Drew and Dakota will be in the Teen Tent with a temporary tattoo studio!
Flow Yoga
Mon, Sep 08, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Columbus - Red Room
Join us for a one-hour session with certified yoga instructor Sonia Aponte. This class will focus on a smooth, continuous flow of movements linked to the breath to help achieve a mind/body balance.
Tween Stitch Camp - Grades 4-6
Mon, Sep 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Columbus - Tween Area
Join children's library staff to learn the basics and foundations of crochet.
Teen Listening Party: Hispanic Heritage Month
Mon, Sep 08, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
Kick off Hispanic Heritage Month with a listening party, where we will enjoy eminent artists like Selena Gomez, Serena, Bad Bunny, Camila Caballo, Karol G, Santana, and more.
Family Storytime - Ages 1-5
Mon, Sep 08, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Columbus - Children's Programming Room
Join us at the library for Family Storytime!
Adult Game Night
Mon, Sep 08, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Columbus - Non-Library Location (See description)
Great for veteran gamers and new friends, choose from the library?s selection of games, and / or bring your own. Meet in the family side of Columbus Bar, 322 4th Street.
Toddler Time - Ages 1-3
Tue, Sep 09, 9:15am - 9:45am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Toddler Time!
Toddler Time - Ages 1-3
Tue, Sep 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Toddler Time!
Homeschool Hangout - Science Rules
Tue, Sep 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Hey homeschoolers! Come hang out at the library, make some friends and learn something new! This month we are going to do some fun experiments!
Cuentos y Cantos - Bilingual Storytime in Spanish and English
Tue, Sep 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Columbus - Red Room
¡Los niños de 3-5 años están invitados a una hora de cuentos bilingües en Español e Inglés! Children ages 3-5 and their caregivers are invited to a Bilingual storytime in Spanish and English!
Chair Yoga
Tue, Sep 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Columbus - Red Room
Join us for a one-hour session with certified yoga and chair yoga instructor. These sessions are great for beginners and those who want to focus on gentle practice.
Teen Crochet Camp: Beginners
Tue, Sep 09, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
Have you been wanting to try crochet but not sure where to begin? Come and learn the very basics like how to hold your yarn, make a chain, and some basic stitches to get you started.
Adults on the Spectrum
Tue, Sep 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Columbus - Meeting Room 4
Support group for individuals 18 and up on the autism spectrum. Provided by Inclusive Options.
Cancelled
Community Music Making: Jam Session
Tue, Sep 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Columbus
Don?t miss our jam session of popular hits! Play along with fellow musicians or just sit back and enjoy the vibes. Fun for all music lovers!
Playdate at the Library! - Ages 1-5
Wed, Sep 10, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Columbus - Library Plaza
Children ages 1-5 and their caregiver can drop in to play during this unstructured social time. We'll meet on the plaza to enjoy the Exhibit Columbus installations while we play.
Argue Less and Talk More - with Communication Expert Jefferson Fisher
Wed, Sep 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Columbus
Join us (and be ready to take notes) for an afternoon virtual conversation with communication expert Jefferson Fisher, as we chat about his book, The Next Conversation: Argue Less, Talk More.
Register
Teen Film Series: Hispanic Heritage Month
Wed, Sep 10, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
Snacks and drinks provided. 3 - Encanto 10 - Blue Beetle 17 - Book of Life 24 - Spy Kids
Library Babies - For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Sep 11, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus - Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
Preschool Dance Class with Megan - Ages 2-5
Thu, Sep 11, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus - Children's Programming Room
Children ages 2-5 are invited to dance with local dance teacher, Megan! Caregivers will stay in the room with their dancers. Registration is requested.
Library Babies - For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Sep 11, 10:35am - 11:00am
Columbus - Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
Library Babies - For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Sep 11, 11:05am - 11:30am
Columbus - Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
Tween Game Time
Thu, Sep 11, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Tween Area
Stop by after school and join us for some laid-back fun as we play our way through our collection of board, card, and dice games. Game selection may vary.
Teen Game Day
Thu, Sep 11, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Area
Learn to play new games and enjoy older ones in this afterschool games club. Games include Disney Sorcerer?s Arena: Epic Alliance, numerous unicorn-themed games, and play games on our arcade machine.
Open Mic Poetry & Prose hosted by Skye Nicholson - Brought to You by the Columbus Area Arts Council
Thu, Sep 11, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Columbus - Red Room
Hear and be heard at this open mic night. Enjoy original poetry and readings from local artists, or present your own writing in a relaxed and nonjudgmental space.
Juntos con Family School Partners - Spanish Language Storytime
Fri, Sep 12, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Columbus - Children's Programming Room
¡Los niños están invitados a una hora de cuentos y cantos! Children and their caregivers are invited to a storytime in Spanish!
Teen Exhibit Columbus Tours
Fri, Sep 12, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
Visit this cycle?s exhibits, guided by Dakota. Meet up in the Teen Room to begin each tour. See description below for full schedule:
The Disassemblers
Sat, Sep 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Have you ever wondered what the inside of a computer looks like? Have you wondered what makes a clock tick? Satisfy your curiosity and help us take things apart to see what we can discover!
Flow Yoga
Mon, Sep 15, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Columbus - Red Room
Join us for a one-hour session with certified yoga instructor Sonia Aponte. This class will focus on a smooth, continuous flow of movements linked to the breath to help achieve a mind/body balance.
Teen Taste Test: Popcorn
Mon, Sep 15, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
Popcorn comes in many non-buttery flavors and we?re gonna try them all! Teen Taste Test is while supplies last, so pop in quick to try the most flavors!
BCPL Board of Trustees
Mon, Sep 15, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees. All are welcome.
Pokemon Club - Ages 5-12
Mon, Sep 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Lower Level Reception Area,Meeting Room 3,Meeting Room 4,Meeting Room 5
Card collectors, trainers, gamers, and fans are all welcome to join as we learn and talk about all things Pokemon!
Columbus Viewfinders
Mon, Sep 15, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Learn about different photography topics and share what you know. Minimal annual dues involved after one to two meetings.
Family Storytime - Ages 1-5
Mon, Sep 15, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Columbus - Children's Programming Room
Join us at the library for Family Storytime!
Toddler Time - Ages 1-3
Tue, Sep 16, 9:15am - 9:45am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Toddler Time!
Toddler Time - Ages 1-3
Tue, Sep 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Toddler Time!
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5
Tue, Sep 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Storytime!
Chair Yoga
Tue, Sep 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Columbus - Red Room
Join us for a one-hour session with certified yoga and chair yoga instructor. These sessions are great for beginners and those who want to focus on gentle practice.
Teen Silent Book Club
Tue, Sep 16, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
New venue Columbus - Library Plaza
Chat and enjoy snacks and drinks, then spend an hour reading silently in community!
Pokemon Club - Ages 5-12
Tue, Sep 16, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Hope - Hope Town Square
Card collectors, trainers, gamers, and fans are all welcome to join as we learn and talk about all things Pokemon!
Dungeons and Dragons
Tue, Sep 16, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Columbus - Meeting Room 3
Join our new campaign for adults! Bring a 5th edition level 3 character, or use a premade one. This campaign is geared towards beginners, but veteran players are also welcome. Registration required.
Hope Hooks and Needles
Wed, Sep 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Student's Fund of Hope Community Engagement Hub
The Hooks and Needles program is for all types of needle crafters to gather, create, and socialize.
Preschool STEAM- Apples! - Ages 3-5
Wed, Sep 17, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Columbus - Children's Programming Room
Preschoolers and their caregivers will invited to investigate apples! This is a drop in event, please come any time between 11:15-12 and stay as little or as long as you'd like!
Our Failed Attempts to Make English Eezier to Spell - with Author Gabe Henry
Wed, Sep 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
online
Have you ever wondered why the English spelling of words is sometimes? well? just weird?
Register
Teen Film Series: Hispanic Heritage Month
Wed, Sep 17, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
Snacks and drinks provided. 3 - Encanto 10 - Blue Beetle 17 - Book of Life 24 - Spy Kids
Builders' Guild
Wed, Sep 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Lower Level Reception Area
Join library staff and fellow builders to create, share, and have fun!
Civil War Book Club
Wed, Sep 17, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Join this engaging book discussion group where we explore captivating non-fiction about the Civil War, uncovering its history and lasting impact.
Library Babies - For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Sep 18, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus - Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
Library Babies - For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Sep 18, 10:35am - 11:00am
Columbus - Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
Library Babies - For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Sep 18, 11:05am - 11:30am
Columbus - Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
Tween Game Time
Thu, Sep 18, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Tween Area
Stop by after school and join us for some laid-back fun as we play our way through our collection of board, card, and dice games. Game selection may vary.
Teen Game Day
Thu, Sep 18, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Area
Learn to play new games and enjoy older ones in this afterschool games club. Games include Disney Sorcerer?s Arena: Epic Alliance, numerous unicorn-themed games, and play games on our arcade machine.
Music with Valerie
Fri, Sep 19, 10:15am - 11:15am
Columbus - Red Room
Join music therapist, Valerie Jones, as she guides the group through well-known songs with gentle movement and participation
Teen Exhibit Columbus Tours
Fri, Sep 19, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
Visit this cycle?s exhibits, guided by Dakota. Meet up in the Teen Room to begin each tour. See description below for full schedule:
Smoken Jokers on the Plaza - BCPL Concert Series
Fri, Sep 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Columbus - Library Plaza
Join us on the Library Plaza for a concert by Smokn' Jokers. Bring a chair, grab some friends, and soak in the sounds of summer. Enjoy free, family-friendly live music under the open sky.
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