Stitch and Sleuth

Thu, Oct 16, 10:00am - 6:00pm

New date Thursday, October 16, 11:30am - 2:30pm

Columbus

earn to play new games and enjoy older ones in this afterschool games club. Play an assortment of board games and card games, and enjoy games on our new gaming PCs and arcade machine.

Children's Opera- Camilla Paints the Town - presented by the Indianapolis Opera

Thu, Oct 16, 11:30am - 2:30pm

Columbus - Teen Room

earn to play new games and enjoy older ones in this afterschool games club. Play an assortment of board games and card games, and enjoy games on our new gaming PCs and arcade machine.

Thu, Oct 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Columbus - Red Room

Experience the thrill of live opera singing right here at BCPL! Registration is requested as space is limited.

Celebrate Family History Month - Genealogy Symposium

Fri, Oct 17, 9:00am - 4:00pm

Columbus - Meeting Room 4,Zoom

Join us for a special day of free, expert-led genealogy presentations, available exclusively as part of the Genealogy Network of Texas? event.

Music with Valerie

Fri, Oct 17, 10:30am - 11:30am

Columbus - Red Room

Join music therapist, Valerie Jones, as she guides the group through well-known songs with gentle movement and participation

Notary Available at Hope

Fri, Oct 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Hope - Hope Library (Annex)

Come to Hope Annex on Fridays from 2-3PM to get items notarized by staff member notary Jennifer Pardue. Please have photo ID.

Teen STEAM: Exhibit Columbus

Fri, Oct 17, 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.

Secret Lives of Buildings: Sharing Their Stories

Sat, Oct 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Columbus - Conference Room,Red Room

Join Sarah Marsom for a hands-on workshop on caretaking strategies for your cherished objects. Attendees are encouraged to bring their cherished object to the workshop to share its story.

Hooks and Needles

Sat, Oct 18, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Columbus - Teen Room

The Hooks and Needles program is for all types of needle crafters to gather, create, and socialize.

Domenstic Violence Prevetion with Turning Point

Mon, Oct 20, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Columbus

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 Board of Trustees

Mon, Oct 20, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Columbus - Conference Room

Monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees. All are welcome.

Pokemon Club - Ages 5-12

Mon, Oct 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Columbus - Lower Level Reception Area,Meeting Room 3,Meeting Room 4

Card collectors, trainers, gamers, and fans are all welcome to join as we learn and talk about all things Pokemon!

Mon, Oct 20, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Columbus - Red Room

Turning Point presents a program on domestic violence prevention, offering resources, awareness, and strategies to build safe, supportive, and violence-free communities

Columbus Viewfinders

Mon, Oct 20, 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.

Cemetery Tour- Garland Brook

Mon, Oct 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Garland Brook Cemetery - 501 N Gladstone Ave, Columbus, IN

You are invited to the Fourth Annual BCPL Guided Cemetery Tour in honor of National Family History Month!

Adults Reading YA Book Club: Spooky Reads

Mon, Oct 20, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Pho Shiki

In celebration of spooky season, read any teen book you find spooky and come prepared to share with the group what you read. ?Spooky? can be creepy, dark, scary, gives you chills.

Tue, Oct 21, 9:15am - 9:45am

Columbus - Red Room

Join us at the library for Toddler Time!

Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5

Tue, Oct 21, 10:00am - 10:30am

Columbus - Red Room

Join us at the library for Toddler Time!

Tue, Oct 21, 11:00am - 11:30am

Columbus - Red Room

Join us at the library for Storytime!

Teen Crochet Camp: Intermediate?Ghost

Tue, Oct 21, 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.

Tue, Oct 21, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Columbus - Teen Room

We will follow a pattern to make a cute, light-up ghost for spooky season. Intermediate Crochet Camp is for teens who already know how to crochet and can follow a pattern.

Pokemon Club - Ages 5-12

Tue, Oct 21, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Hope - Hope Library (Annex)

Card collectors, trainers, gamers, and fans are all welcome to join as we learn and talk about all things Pokemon!

Darkness to Light's Child Abuse Prevention Training

Tue, Oct 21, 5:15pm - 7:45pm

Columbus - Conference Room

An award-winning, evidence-informed training that teaches adults how to prevent, recognize, and respond responsibly to child sexual abuse. Register

Adult Craft Night - Upcycled Flannel Wreaths

Tue, Oct 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Columbus - Lower Level Reception Area

Relax, create, and connect! Join us for a fun, hands-on evening of crafting designed just for adults. Each month features a new project, and all supplies are provided. Registration required.

This event is full

Reading with Friends

Wed, Oct 22, 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.

Preschool STEAM- Baking soda Experiments - Ages 3-5

Wed, Oct 22, 11:15am - 12:00pm

Columbus - Children's Programming Room

STEAM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. This month, children ages 3-5 and their caregivers will try two classic baking soda and vinegar experiments

Teen Film Series: Spooky Version

Wed, Oct 22, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Columbus - Teen Room

1 - Buffy the Vampire Slayer 8 - Alien Vs. Predator 22 - When a Stranger Calls 29 - Drop

Builders' Guild - Light Up The Night

Wed, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Columbus - Lower Level Reception Area

Join library staff and fellow builders to create, share, and have fun! This month build something glowy!

Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Malala Yousafzai - Finding My Way

Wed, Oct 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

online

You are invited to join us online and be one of the first to hear from Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Malala Yousafzai about her astonishing memoir, Finding My Way.Register

Library Babies - For infants from birth to 18 months

Thu, Oct 23, 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, Oct 23, 10:35am - 11:00am

Columbus - Red Room

This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.

This event is full

Library Babies - For infants from birth to 18 months

Thu, Oct 23, 11:05am - 11:30am

Columbus - Red Room

This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.

Tween Game Time

Thu, Oct 23, 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.

Stitch and Sleuth - A Haunting in Venice

Thu, Oct 23, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Columbus - Teen Room

Learn to play new games and enjoy older ones in this afterschool games club. Play an assortment of board games and card games, and enjoy games on our new gaming PCs and arcade machine.

Thu, Oct 23, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Columbus

Join us this October for the debut of Stitch & Sleuth, a cozy night of crafting and mystery! We'll kick things off with A Haunting in Venice, the eerie Agatha Christie-inspired film perfect for fall.

NAMI Peer Support

Thu, Oct 23, 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, Oct 23, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

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! .

Lights Up, Sound Down Movie

Fri, Oct 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Columbus - Red Room

Watch a movie with us in a sensory-friendly environment.This program is designed for adults with intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and caregivers.

Notary Available at Hope

Fri, Oct 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Hope - Hope Library (Annex)

Come to Hope Annex on Fridays from 2-3PM to get items notarized by staff member notary Jennifer Pardue. Please have photo ID.

Mon, Oct 27, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Columbus

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.

Fall Festival

Mon, Oct 27, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

The LEX - Conference Room (The LEX),Disc Golf Course at The LEX,Main Level,Outside Green Space

Mark your calendars for the 2025 BCPL Fall Festival at The LEX! Enjoy the return of our spooky trail! Celebrate an assortment of autumnal holidays with our community partners!

Tue, Oct 28, 9:15am - 9:45am

Columbus - Red Room

Join us at the library for Toddler Time!

Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5

Tue, Oct 28, 10:00am - 10:30am

Columbus - Red Room

Join us at the library for Toddler Time!

Tue, Oct 28, 11:00am - 11:30am

Columbus - Red Room

Join us at the library for Storytime!

Teen Taste Test: International Drinks

Tue, Oct 28, 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, Oct 28, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Columbus - Lower Level Reception Area,Meeting Room 3,Meeting Room 4,Meeting Room 5

3pm - 4pm General Civil Advice Clinic 4pm - 5pm Eviction Legal Advice

Tue, Oct 28, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Columbus - Teen Room

Try out a variety of drinks from all over the world! You might find a new flavor from a favorite brand or discover a drink that?s totally new to you.

All Book'd Book Club

Tue, Oct 28, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Columbus - Red Room,Zoom 2

Join library staff members Shelly and Maria for a book discussion.

Girls Who Code

Tue, Oct 28, 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.

Courtly Intrigue and Whispers as Weapons with - with Historical Fiction Queen Philippa Gregory

Wed, Oct 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

online

Coined as the ?queen of British historical fiction,? Philippa Gregory returns to the infamous Tudor Court with a tale that is both timely and timeless.Register

Teen Film Series: Spooky Version

Wed, Oct 29, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Columbus - Teen Room

1 - Buffy the Vampire Slayer 8 - Alien Vs. Predator 22 - When a Stranger Calls 29 - Drop

Beyond theHistory Books: A Personal Holocaust Story

Wed, Oct 29, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Columbus - Red Room

Discover one family?s remarkable Holocaust survival story as Sharie Fields shares her family?s journey of resilience, courage, and hope for a more tolerant future.

All Library Locations Closed

Thu, Oct 30, All day

Columbus

All locations are closed on this day.

Halloween Storytime! - Ages 1-5

Fri, Oct 31, 10:30am - 11:00am

Columbus - Red Room

A not-so-spooky Halloween Storytime for children ages 1-5! Children's Halloween costumes are welcome!

Teen Halloween Party!

Fri, Oct 31, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Columbus - Teen Room

Do the Monster Mash, eat candy, and color pumpkins!

Pokemon Club - Decks and Battles

Sat, Nov 01, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Columbus - Conference Room

Join other players to work on your decks and battle!

Teen International Game Month: DIY Trading Cards

Mon, Nov 03, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Columbus

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.

Mon, Nov 03, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Columbus - Teen Room

Make the card of your dreams! All of our art supplies will be accessible for you to collage or draw a trading card on thick cardstock. Make a few to trade with friends or put some in your deck.

Young Writers Group

Mon, Nov 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Columbus - Red Room

Calling all young authors! Join our writers group to feed your creativity, prompt your brain, and trade secrets.

Family Storytime - Ages 1-5

Mon, Nov 03, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Columbus - Children's Programming Room

Join us at the library for Family Storytime!

Adult Game Night

Mon, Nov 03, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Columbus Bar

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.

Tue, Nov 04, 9:15am - 9:45am

Columbus - Red Room

Join us at the library for Toddler Time!

Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5

Tue, Nov 04, 10:00am - 10:30am

Columbus - Red Room

Join us at the library for Toddler Time!

Tue, Nov 04, 11:00am - 11:30am

Columbus - Red Room

Join us at the library for Storytime!

Homeschool Hangout

Tue, Nov 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Columbus - Children's Programming Room

Hey homeschoolers! Come hang out at the library, make some friends and learn something new! This month we will taste test apples and apple accompaniments!

Teen Crochet Camp: Beginners

Tue, Nov 04, 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.

Tue, Nov 04, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Columbus - Teen Room

We will learn various basics of crochet including: how to hold your yarn, slip knots, magic circles, chain, single crochet, double crochet, and slip stitch.

Adult Craft Night: - Embroidered Wall Hanging.

Tue, Nov 04, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Columbus - Conference Room

Unwind with needle and thread as we create cozy fall-themed embroidery hoop art. Perfect for beginners and seasoned stitchers alike. All supplies provided, registration required.

Preschool Art Studio - Ages 1-5

Wed, Nov 05, 11:15am - 12:00pm

Columbus - Children's Programming Room

Children ages 1-5 and their caregiver can drop in anytime between 11:15-12:00 to make art! We will have a wide selection of art supplies available, so please dress for a mess!

Skill Builders

Wed, Nov 05, 1:30pm - 2:15pm

Columbus - Meeting Room 3

Enjoy creativity and connection at Skill Builders! This monthly craft and activity program is designed for adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and their caregivers.

Community, Power, and the Search for Indigenous Identity - with Award-Winning Journalist Joseph Lee

Wed, Nov 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

online

You?re invited to learn from journalist and author Joseph Lee as he chats online with us about his stirring memoir, Nothing More of This Land: Community, Power, and the Search for Indigenous Identity.Register

Skill Builders

Wed, Nov 05, 2:30pm - 3:15pm

Columbus - Lower Level Reception Area,Meeting Room 3,Meeting Room 4,Meeting Room 5

Enjoy creativity and connection at Skill Builders! This monthly craft and activity program is designed for adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and their caregivers.

Hope Family Craft Night

Wed, Nov 05, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Student's Fund of Hope Community Engagement Hub - 321 Washington St. in Hope.

Join this fun and creative program for all ages, offering a new arts and crafts activity every month. It's a great opportunity for families to explore their artistic side and make something special!

Teen Film Series: International Games Month

Wed, Nov 05, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Columbus - Teen Room

5 - Bend It Like Beckham 12 - Space Jam 19 - Rocky 26 - Blue Lock marathon

Kids' Art Studio

Wed, Nov 05, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Columbus - Children's Programming Room

Join library staff and unleash your creativity- we?ll provide all the supplies you need.

Bartholomew County Writer's Group

Wed, Nov 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Columbus - Conference Room

Make connections, learn, and share with other area authors.

Sierra Club - Winding Waters Group

Wed, Nov 05, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Columbus - Red Room

Join the 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.

Library Babies - For infants from birth to 18 months

Thu, Nov 06, 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, Nov 06, 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, Nov 06, 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, Nov 06, 11:05am - 11:30am

Columbus - Red Room

This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.

Tween Game Time

Thu, Nov 06, 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 Dungeons and Dragons

Thu, Nov 06, 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.

This event is full

First Thursday Film Club - Clue

Thu, Nov 06, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Columbus - Teen Area

Learn to play new games and enjoy older ones in this afterschool games club. Play an assortment of board games and card games, and enjoy games on our new gaming PCs and arcade machine.

Thu, Nov 06, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Columbus - Red Room

Join us on the first Thursday of each month for a curated screening of classic, art, and international films. Discover timeless stories and cinematic gems in the company of fellow film lovers.

Teen Life-size Game: Candyland

Fri, Nov 07, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Columbus - Teen Room

We?re moving the furniture around so we can play this giant, life-size version of Candyland where you are the pawn.

The Disassemblers

Sat, Nov 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Columbus - Children's Programming 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!

Tween Stitch Camp - Grades 4-6

Mon, Nov 10, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Columbus

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.

Mon, Nov 10, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Columbus - Tween Area

Tweens can join library staff to learn and practice the basics of both crocheting and knitting. Beginners welcome, no experience needed! Materials will be provided, but feel free to bring your own!

Teen Taste Test: Sour Candy

Mon, Nov 10, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Columbus - Teen Room

Teen Taste Test: Sour Candy edition! Sour candy is while supplies last, so don?t wait too long to stop by and take a taste.

Family Storytime - Ages 1-5

Mon, Nov 10, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Columbus - Children's Programming Room

Join us at the library for Family Storytime!

Tue, Nov 11, 9:15am - 9:45am

Columbus - Red Room

Join us at the library for Toddler Time!

Cuentos y Cantos - Bilingual Storytime in Spanish and English

Tue, Nov 11, 10:00am - 10:30am

Columbus - Red Room

Join us at the library for Toddler Time!

Tue, Nov 11, 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!

Community Music Making: Drum Circle

Tue, Nov 11, 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 STEAM: Leaf Collage

Tue, Nov 11, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Columbus - Teen Room

Collect leaves outside the library and make art with them!

Tue, Nov 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Columbus - Red Room

"Feel the rhythm at our drum circle! Bring your drum, borrow one of ours, or come with just your energy and join the beat. All skill levels welcome for this fun, community-driven experience!

Preschool STEAM- Pumpkin Pie - Ages 3-5

Wed, Nov 12, 11:15am - 12:00pm

Columbus - Children's Programming Room

Children ages 3-5 and their caregivers will use their senses to investigate pumpkin pie! Play with and smell pumpkin spice play-dough, taste pumpkin pie, and investigate the insides of a pumpkin!

Teen Film Series: International Games Month

Wed, Nov 12, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Columbus - Teen Room

5 - Bend It Like Beckham 12 - Space Jam 19 - Rocky 26 - Blue Lock marathon

Builders' Guild - Chow Down

Wed, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Columbus - Lower Level Reception Area

Join library staff and fellow builders to create, share, and have fun!

Library Babies - For infants from birth to 18 months

Thu, Nov 13, 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, Nov 13, 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, Nov 13, 11:05am - 11:30am

Columbus - Red Room

This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.

Tween Game Time

Thu, Nov 13, 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.