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Sierra Club - Winding Waters Group

Welcome to the Deskside: Gardening for Moths
2026-03-04 18:00:00 2026-03-04 19:30:00 America/Indiana/Indianapolis Sierra Club - Winding Waters Group Join Indiana moth-er, Jeanette Jaskula, as she reveals the stunning diversity of moths and their importance in terrestrial ecosystems. Columbus - Red Room

Wednesday, March 04
6:00pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-03-04 18:00:00 2026-03-04 19:30:00 America/Indiana/Indianapolis Sierra Club - Winding Waters Group Join Indiana moth-er, Jeanette Jaskula, as she reveals the stunning diversity of moths and their importance in terrestrial ecosystems. Columbus - Red Room

Columbus

Red Room

Join Indiana moth-er, Jeanette Jaskula, as she reveals the stunning diversity of moths and their importance in terrestrial ecosystems.


Gardeners have an important role to play in conservation of moth biodiversity in their backyards and Jeanette will highlight ways to invite more caterpillars and moths to our gardens.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Library Event | Community Partnerships |

Columbus
Phone: 812-379-1255
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Mon, Feb 16 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Feb 17 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Feb 18 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Feb 19 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Feb 20 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Feb 21 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Feb 22 Closed
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About the branch

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

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Music with Valerie
Fri, Feb 20, 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
Registration is now closed
Teen Art Day
Fri, Feb 20, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
Make art using the Teen Room's stash of art supplies!
Registration is now closed
Hooks and Needles
Sat, Feb 21, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
The Hooks and Needles program is for all types of needle crafters to gather, create, and socialize.
Dungeons and Dragons
Sat, Feb 21, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
Join our campaign for adults! Bring a 5th edition level 5 character, or use a premade one. This campaign is geared towards beginners, but veteran players are also welcome. Registration required.
This event is full
Flow Yoga
Mon, Feb 23, 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.
Drive-in Movie- The Princess and the Frog - for kids of all ages
Mon, Feb 23, 5:30pm - 7:15pm
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the BCPL "Drive-In" for a showing of The Princess and the Frog! Registration is requested to ensure enough materials.
This event is full
Adults Reading YA Book Club: Black History Month
Mon, Feb 23, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Upland Pump House
Celebrate Black History Month by reading any TEEN (not adult) historical fiction or nonfiction book by a Black author that covers Black History. Meet us at Upland, located at 143 Lindsey Street.
Toddler Time - Ages 1-3
Tue, Feb 24, 9:15am - 9:45am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Toddler Time!
Toddler Time - Ages 1-3
Tue, Feb 24, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Toddler Time!
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5
Tue, Feb 24, 11:00am - 11:30am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Storytime!
Chair Yoga
Tue, Feb 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Columbus
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.
Smithson?s Gamble: The History of the World?s Largest Museum - with Smithsonian Curator Emeritus Tom Crouch
Tue, Feb 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Online - online
Tom D. Crouch, a Smithsonian veteran of almost 45 years, paints a robust picture of a unique American establishment and its lasting legacies in his book Smithson?s Gamble.Register
Legal Aid Clinic
Tue, Feb 24, 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
Teen Crochet Camp: Intermediate-Drawstring Pouch
Tue, Feb 24, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
Follow along using a pattern to make a small, drawstring pouch. This program is for teens who already know the basics of crochet and can follow a pattern. All supplies provided.
All Book'd Book Club - The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store Novel by James McBride
Tue, Feb 24, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Columbus - Red Room
All Book'd is a lively book club that explores all genres. Read widely, chat freely, and enjoy great conversations with fellow readers. This month, we will be reading Heaven and Earth Grocery Store.
Girls Who Code
Tue, Feb 24, 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, Feb 25, 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: Black History Month
Wed, Feb 25, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
4 - Captain America: Brave New World 11 - Wicked 18 - The Fire Inside 25 - Queen of Katwe
Inner Shelf Book Club - Your Heart, Your Scars by Adina Talve-Goodman
Wed, Feb 25, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Discover heartfelt stories at The Inner Shelf! Monthly themes on wellness & growth. Adults & young adults welcome?join us for authentic conversations! Your Heart, Your Scars by Adina Talve-Goodman
Library Babies - For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Feb 26, 10:00am - 10:30am
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, Feb 26, 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, Feb 26, 11:05am - 11:30am
Columbus - Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
Tween Game Time
Thu, Feb 26, 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, Feb 26, 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.
NAMI Peer Support
Thu, Feb 26, 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, Feb 26, 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! .
This event is full
Music is Magic! - Ages 2-5
Fri, Feb 27, 9:15am - 10:00am
Columbus - Children's Programming Room
Explore concepts of music while building social and emotional development in this music program designed to use story, music, and imagination for the developing child.
Lights Up, Sound Down Movie - Bad Guys 2
Fri, Feb 27, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Columbus - Red Room
Watch a movie with us in a sensory-friendly environment. This month's movie will be Bad Guys 2 (PG).
Teen Art Day
Fri, Feb 27, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
Make art using the Teen Room's stash of art supplies!
Pokemon Party!
Fri, Feb 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Lower Level Reception Area,Meeting Room 3,Meeting Room 4,Meeting Room 5
Join us as we celebrate World Pokemon Day!
Revolution Roots: Discovering Our Area?s Patriot Soldiers - With the Bartholomew County Genealogical Society
Sat, Feb 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Columbus - Red Room
Explore the lives of Revolutionary War soldiers from our area as Rebecca Speaker brings their stories and family connections to life.
Pop-Up Indiana Chitlin Circuit Poetry Reading - Featuring Indiana Poet Laureate Curtis Crisler
Sat, Feb 28, 12:30pm - 5:30pm
Columbus - Red Room
A poetry reading with Indiana Poet Laureate Curtis Crisler and Indiana Beat Poet Laureate Chris Dean
Singing our Story - Community Sing - with Musician and Historian Bruce Henry
Sat, Feb 28, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Calvary Community Church - 1031 Chestnut St, Columbus, IN 47201
Feel the rhythm of history! Dive into 400 years of African American music with singing, dancing, and storytelling that will move your soul and spark connection.
Flow Yoga
Mon, Mar 02, 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 Women's History Month Listening Party
Mon, Mar 02, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
Enjoy the music of pop divas, Broadway stars, rap icons, and more.
Pokemon Club: Casual Battles and Learn to Play - All Ages
Mon, Mar 02, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Columbus - Lower Level Reception Area,Meeting Room 4
Join us for a session of Pokemon Club focused on casual battling and learning to play the trading card game.
Adult Game Night
Mon, Mar 02, 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.
Family Storytime - Ages 1-5
Mon, Mar 02, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Columbus - Children's Programming Room
Join us at the library for Family Storytime!
Toddler Time - Ages 1-3
Tue, Mar 03, 9:15am - 9:45am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Toddler Time!
Toddler Time - Ages 1-3
Tue, Mar 03, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Toddler Time!
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5
Tue, Mar 03, 11:00am - 11:30am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Storytime!
Chair Yoga
Tue, Mar 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Columbus
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.
Preschool Art Studio- Play Dough! - Ages 1-5
Wed, Mar 04, 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 with Play-dough. We'll have lots of colors and play dough accessories to choose from!
Skill Builders
Wed, Mar 04, 1:30pm - 2:15pm
Columbus - Lower Level Reception Area,Meeting Room 3,Meeting Room 4,Meeting Room 5
Enjoy creativity and connection at Skill Builders! Make something fun while spending time together in a friendly, social setting. Email Sandy Allman at sallman@mybcpl.org to register.
Humor, Heart, and Reflective Rural Stories - with Michael Perry
Wed, Mar 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Online - online
Join us online in conversation with bestselling author and humorist Michael Perry, whose collection of genre-spanning works encapsulates the experiences?and the magic?of rural town communities.Register
Skill Builders
Wed, Mar 04, 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! Make something fun while spending time together in a friendly, social setting. Email Sandy Allman at sallman@mybcpl.org to register.
Teen Film Series: Academy Award for Best Animated Feature
Wed, Mar 04, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
4 - Flow 11 - Soul 25 - Frozen
Kids' Art Studio
Wed, Mar 04, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Columbus - Children's Programming Room
Join library staff and unleash your creativity- we?ll provide all the supplies you need.
Sierra Club - Winding Waters Group - Welcome to the Deskside: Gardening for Moths
Wed, Mar 04, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Columbus - Red Room
Join Indiana moth-er, Jeanette Jaskula, as she reveals the stunning diversity of moths and their importance in terrestrial ecosystems. Register
Bartholomew County Writer's Group
Wed, Mar 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Make connections, learn, and share with other area authors.
Library Babies - For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Mar 05, 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, Mar 05, 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.
This event is full
Library Babies - For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Mar 05, 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, Mar 05, 11:05am - 11:30am
Columbus - Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
Teen Dungeons and Dragons
Thu, Mar 05, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Meeting Room 4
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
Teen Game Day
Thu, Mar 05, 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.
Tween Game Time
Thu, Mar 05, 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.
First Thursday Film Club
Thu, Mar 05, 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 Women's History Month Trivia
Fri, Mar 06, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
Answer questions on a team or alone about Women's History to win a fabulous prize.
The Disassemblers
Sat, Mar 07, 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, Mar 09, 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, Mar 09, 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!
Hack Pack - For Tweens
Mon, Mar 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Columbus - Red Room
Join other creative builders to make and code robots using Crunchlab's Hack Pack. This month we will code our first robot!
Teen STEAM: Seed Starting
Mon, Mar 09, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
Utilize Cleo?s Seed Share to learn how to start your own vegetable seeds indoors using recycle materials.
Family Storytime - Ages 1-5
Mon, Mar 09, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Columbus - Children's Programming Room
Join us at the library for Family Storytime!
Toddler Time - Ages 1-3
Tue, Mar 10, 9:15am - 9:45am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Toddler Time!
Toddler Time - Ages 1-3
Tue, Mar 10, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Toddler Time!
Cuentos y Cantos - Bilingual Storytime in Spanish and English
Tue, Mar 10, 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, Mar 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Columbus
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, Mar 10, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
Learn the basics of crochet during this beginner-friendly program. If you already know how to crochet you can bring your current work in progress and hangout with us. All supplies provided.
Hope Family Crafternoon - Beaded Butterflies
Wed, Mar 11, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Hope - Hope Library (Annex)
Enjoy a relaxing afternoon of creativity and connection for all ages. Drop in to make a fun, hands-on craft and spend time together as a family.
Teen Film Series: Academy Award for Best Animated Feature
Wed, Mar 11, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
4 - Flow 11 - Soul 25 - Frozen
Builders' Guild - Colors
Wed, Mar 11, 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, Mar 12, 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, Mar 12, 10:35am - 11:00am
Columbus - Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
Homeschool Hangout - Remarkable Women
Thu, Mar 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Hey homeschoolers! Come hang out at the library, make some friends and learn something new! This month learn about remarkable women and play a game!
Library Babies - For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Mar 12, 11:05am - 11:30am
Columbus - Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
Teen Game Day
Thu, Mar 12, 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.
Tween Game Time
Thu, Mar 12, 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.
Book Portals and Journeys of Literary Magic - with Kate Quinn
Thu, Mar 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online - Register for viewing link
You?re invited to join us for a virtual conversation with acclaimed author Kate Quinn about her latest fantastical work, The Astral Library.Register
Music is Magic! - Ages 2-5
Fri, Mar 13, 9:15am - 10:00am
Columbus - Children's Programming Room
Explore concepts of music while building social and emotional development in this music program designed to use story, music, and imagination for the developing child.
Juntos con Family School Partners - Spanish Language Storytime
Fri, Mar 13, 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 Art Day
Fri, Mar 13, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
Make art using the Teen Room's stash of art supplies!
Flow Yoga
Mon, Mar 16, 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.
Columbus Viewfinders
Mon, Mar 16, 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.
Chair Yoga
Tue, Mar 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Columbus
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.
Adult Craft Night: Shamrock String Art
Tue, Mar 17, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Get lucky with crafts! Create your own shamrock string art. This meditative craft is perfect for all skill levels. All supplies included. Happy crafting! Registration required.
Teen Academy Award Winners Marathon
Wed, Mar 18, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
Marathon eclectic Academy Award winners through the years! Approximate schedule below: 10:00 - Swing Time (1936) 11:45 - The True Glory (1945) 1:15 - Gravity (2013) 2:45 - Fences (2016)
Hope Hooks and Needles
Wed, Mar 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hope - Hope Branch Library
The Hooks and Needles program is for all types of needle crafters to gather, create, and socialize.
Wonderlab: Hair Raising Science! - Grades PreK-6
Wed, Mar 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Columbus - Red Room
Join Wonderlab Science Museum for some hair raising science!
Adult Story Time
Wed, Mar 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hope - Hope Branch Library
Take a break with adult story time?short readings paired with calming activities for a peaceful end-of-day reset.
Civil War Book Club
Wed, Mar 18, 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.
Inner Shelf Book Club -  Good Grief by Lolly Winston
Wed, Mar 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Columbus
Discover heartfelt stories at The Inner Shelf! Monthly themes on wellness & growth. Adults & young adults welcome?join us for authentic conversations!
Teen Game Day
Thu, Mar 19, 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.
Music with Valerie
Fri, Mar 20, 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
Black History Hall of Fame by Bright Star Theatre
Fri, Mar 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Columbus - Red Room
Follow us on this amazing journey through Black History as we meet Maya Angelou, Aretha Franklin, Mae Jemison, the Buffalo Soldiers and more.
Hooks and Needles
Sat, Mar 21, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
The Hooks and Needles program is for all types of needle crafters to gather, create, and socialize.
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