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Bartholomew County Genealogical Society
2026-09-12 10:00:00 2026-09-12 12:00:00 America/Indiana/Indianapolis Bartholomew County Genealogical Society BCGS public program Columbus - Red Room

Saturday, September 12
10:00am - 12:00pm

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Columbus

Red Room

BCGS public program

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Genealogy/Local History |

Columbus
Phone: 812-379-1255
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Wed, Aug 12 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Aug 13 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Aug 14 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Aug 15 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Aug 16 Closed
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536 5th Street
Columbus, IN 47201
Tel: 812-379-1255

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.  

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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Library Babies - For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Aug 13, 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, Aug 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, Aug 13, 11:05am - 11:30am
Columbus - Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
Tween Game Time
Thu, Aug 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.
Teen Game Day
Thu, Aug 13, 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.
America's Mixtape: Catedral Nortena - A Reading Roadtrip Summer Concert
Fri, Aug 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Columbus - Library Plaza
Catedral Nortena brings Mexican regional music to the Plaza for a summer evening of live music. Show up, settle in, and have a great evening with neighbors and friends.
Hooks and Needles
Sat, Aug 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
The Hooks and Needles program is for all types of needle crafters to gather, create, and socialize.
Flow Yoga
Mon, Aug 17, 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.
American Red Cross Blood Drive
Mon, Aug 17, 2:00pm - 6:00pm
Columbus - Library Plaza
Give Blood, Save a Life! The bloodmobile will be on the Plaza; please register for an appointment. Register
Library Board of Trustees
Mon, Aug 17, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Columbus - Conference Room
The Library Board of Trustees is the governing body of the Bartholomew County Public Library. They meet once a month to pay bills, set policies, and other governance issues. Everyone is welcome!
Columbus Viewfinders
Mon, Aug 17, 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.
Adult Game Night
Mon, Aug 17, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Columbus
Great for veteran gamers and new friends, choose from the library?s selection of games, and / or bring your own. We might even do trivia? Meet in the family side of Columbus Bar, 322 4th Street.
Family Storytime - Ages 1-5
Mon, Aug 17, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Columbus - Children's Programming Room
Join us at the library for Family Storytime!
Toddler Time - Ages 1-3
Tue, Aug 18, 9:15am - 9:45am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Toddler Time!
Toddler Time - Ages 1-3
Tue, Aug 18, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Toddler Time!
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5
Tue, Aug 18, 11:00am - 11:30am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Storytime!
Chair Yoga
Tue, Aug 18, 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: 3D Pens
Tue, Aug 18, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
Learn to use our 3D pens to make works of art.
Tween STEM Time
Tue, Aug 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Do you love robotics, coding, building, and just science in general? Join your friends for an hour of fun including Hack Pack, Coding, Robot Fights and More!
Adult Craft Night: Ocean Resin Art
Tue, Aug 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Make ocean resin art with layered blues and foamy waves, sand, shells, and glass for a beachy canvas to take home.
This event is full
Hooks and Needles
Wed, Aug 19, 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.
Teen Film Series: Back to School
Wed, Aug 19, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
12 - High School Musical 19 - High School Musical 2 26 - High School Musical 3
Adult Storytime
Wed, Aug 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hope - Hope Branch Library
Adult Story Time: a calm, welcoming hour of reading aloud and shared listening.
Inner Shelf Book Club - The Blue Line Letters by Steven Christiansen
Wed, Aug 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Columbus - Conference Room
On August 19th, the Inner Shelf Book Club will be meeting at 6:30 in the Conference Room to discuss The Blue Line Letters by Steven Christiansen.
Library Babies - For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Aug 20, 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, Aug 20, 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, Aug 20, 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 20, 11:05am - 11:30am
Columbus - Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
Tween Game Time
Thu, Aug 20, 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 20, 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.
Teen Dungeons and Dragons
Thu, Aug 20, 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.
Podcast Production 101
Thu, Aug 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Columbus - Meeting Room 4
So, you have an idea for a podcast but don't know where to start with production? Go over hardware and software options, audio recording and editing basics, and find a website to host your podcast. 
Teen Crochet Camp: Amigurumi
Fri, Aug 21, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
Teens who already know the basics of crochet are invited to come and make a surprise amigurumi. Pattern and supplies provided.
America's Mixtape: Ruben Guthrie & Albert Nolting - A Reading Roadtrip Summer Concert
Fri, Aug 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Columbus - Library Plaza
Ruben Guthrie & Albert Nolting bring a blend of rock, folk, and Americana to the Plaza for a summer evening of live music. Show up, settle in, and have a great evening with neighbors and friends.
Flow Yoga
Mon, Aug 24, 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 Storytime with Dakota
Mon, Aug 24, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
Relax and listen to Dakota read a book.
The Superhero Comic in 'Reel'-Time - Nationally acclaimed MARVEL illustrator, Jerry DeCaire
Mon, Aug 24, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Columbus - Red Room
Watch professional comic book artist Jerry DeCaire bring superheroes to life right before your eyes! See a semi-animated slideshow detailing how a comic book is made followed by a real-time drawing.
Family Storytime - Ages 1-5
Mon, Aug 24, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Columbus - Children's Programming Room
Join us at the library for Family Storytime!
Toddler Time - Ages 1-3
Tue, Aug 25, 9:15am - 9:45am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Toddler Time!
Toddler Time - Ages 1-3
Tue, Aug 25, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Toddler Time!
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5
Tue, Aug 25, 11:00am - 11:30am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Storytime!
Chair Yoga
Tue, Aug 25, 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.
When Trees Testify: An Online Author Talk-Beronda Montgomery - Reclaiming America?s Black Botanical Legacy,
Tue, Aug 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Online - Online
Join us for a riveting conversation with award-winning biologist Beronda Montgomery as we discuss her book, When Trees Testify: Science, Wisdom, History, and America?s Black Botanical Legacy. Register
Legal Aid Clinic
Tue, Aug 25, 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 Drop-in
Tue, Aug 25, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hope - Hope Branch Library
Join us for a Teen Hangout! There will be a possibility of games, crafts, and definitely fun!
All Book'd Book Club
Tue, Aug 25, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Join us for a lively discussion of this month's book.
Reading with Friends
Wed, Aug 26, 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.
American Red Cross Blood Drive
Wed, Aug 26, 2:15pm - 6:00pm
Eastside - Community Room
Give blood, save a life! Please register for an appointment!Register
Cancelled
Teen Drop-in
Wed, Aug 26, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Eastside
Join us for a Teen Hangout! There will be a possibility of games, crafts, and definitely fun!
Teen Film Series: Back to School
Wed, Aug 26, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
12 - High School Musical 19 - High School Musical 2 26 - High School Musical 3
Clover Digs Books
Wed, Aug 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Red Room
Cuddle up with Clover, the therapy dog, to hear stories and poems! After the librarian reads, you are welcome to take a turn reading to Clover! Registration is requested.
Library Babies - For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Aug 27, 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 27, 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 27, 11:05am - 11:30am
Columbus - Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
High Altitudes and High Stakes: An Online Author Talk - A Miss Marple Mystery with Lucy Foley
Thu, Aug 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Online - Online
Join us for a thrilling online conversation with acclaimed author Lucy Foley as we delve into her brand-new Miss Marple mystery, Murder at the Grand Alpine Hotel. Register
Tween Game Time
Thu, Aug 27, 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 27, 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, Aug 27, 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 27, 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! .
Stitch & Sluth - Who Framed Roger Rabbit (PG)
Thu, Aug 27, 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Columbus - Red Room
We'll enjoy cozy company, chat theories (if we feel like it), and stitch the night away. All skill levels welcome! Bring your project or try one of ours.
Lights Up, Sound Down Movie - Zootopia 2 (PG)
Fri, Aug 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Columbus - Red Room
Watch a movie with us in a sensory-friendly environment. This month's movie will be Zootopia @2 (PG)
Flow Yoga
Mon, Aug 31, 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 Advisory Board: Call Out Meeting
Mon, Aug 31, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
Do you have ideas for future teen programs? Would you like to earn volunteer hours for school while being involved at BCPL? Then you should join TAB! All teens in grades 7-12 are invited to attend.
Adults Reading YA Book Club: Classic YA Literature
Mon, Aug 31, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Chumley's Doghouse
Read any YA book that is considered a classic and come prepared to share what you read with the group. We will meet at Chumley's Doghouse, located at 8030 W Goeller Rd.
Family Storytime - Ages 1-5
Mon, Aug 31, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Columbus - Children's Programming Room
Join us at the library for Family Storytime!
Toddler Time - Ages 1-3
Tue, Sep 01, 9:15am - 9:45am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Toddler Time!
Toddler Time - Ages 1-3
Tue, Sep 01, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Toddler Time!
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5
Tue, Sep 01, 11:00am - 11:30am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Storytime!
Chair Yoga
Tue, Sep 01, 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 Taste Test: Oreos
Tue, Sep 01, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
Come and taste all the different flavors of Oreos we can find and see which is your favorite! While supplies last.
Teen Film Series: SciFi September
Wed, Sep 02, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
2 - Hoppers 9 - Project Hail Mary 16 - Lightyear 23 - Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy 30 - Doctor Who: The Web of Fear
Bartholomew County Writer's Group
Wed, Sep 02, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Make connections, learn, and share with other area authors.
Sierra Club - Winding Waters Group
Wed, Sep 02, 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, Sep 03, 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 03, 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 03, 10:30am - 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 03, 11:05am - 11:30am
Columbus - Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
Tween Game Time
Thu, Sep 03, 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 03, 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.
Thursday Film Club - napoleon Dynamite (2004)
Thu, Sep 03, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Columbus - Red Room
This quirky classic is a celebration of being unapologetically weird. An offbeat comedy about an awkward teen navigating school and family while helping his new friend run for class president.
Teen Crochet Camp: Hangout
Fri, Sep 04, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
Beginner-friendly, you can come and learn to crochet or bring you current work in progress and sit and crochet alongside other teens who crochet. Plenty of yarn and hooks will be provided.
All Library Locations Closed
Sat, Sep 05, All day
Columbus
All locations are closed on this day.
Our Hospice presents - 40 Years of College and Three Beards Strummin
Sat, Sep 05, 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Columbus - Library Plaza
Fundraiser concert for Our Hospice with local favorites and food/drink vendors. Learn about hospice care plus palliative care, personal care, and grief support. Family-friendly downtown festivities!
All Library Locations Closed
Mon, Sep 07, All day
Columbus
All locations are closed on this day.
Toddler Time - Ages 1-3
Tue, Sep 08, 9:15am - 9:45am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Toddler Time!
Toddler Time - Ages 1-3
Tue, Sep 08, 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, Sep 08, 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 08, 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.
The Microbiome, the Body's Hidden System and What it Means - With Dr. Trevor Miller
Tue, Sep 08, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Columbus - Red Room
Your gut microbiome shapes digestion, immunity, and mood. Join us for an engaging talk on the body?s hidden ecosystem?and simple steps to support it for better health.
Preschool STEAM: Apple Investigation - Ages 2-5
Wed, Sep 09, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Columbus - Library Patio
STEAM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. This month we will investigate apples with apple dissection, apple painting, and apple taste testing!
Hope Family Crafternoon - Squirt Bottle Spatter Painting
Wed, Sep 09, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Hope - Hope Town Square
Bring the family for Hope Family Crafternoon! This month, we will create colorful Squirt Bottle spatter paintings. All ages and abilities welcome!
Teen Drop-in
Wed, Sep 09, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Eastside - Community Room
Join us for a Teen Hangout! There will be a possibility of games, crafts, and definitely fun!
Teen Film Series: SciFi September
Wed, Sep 09, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
2 - Hoppers 9 - Project Hail Mary 16 - Lightyear 23 - Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy 30 - Doctor Who: The Web of Fear
Drama Club
Wed, Sep 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Red Room
Children in grades 1-6 are invited to join us for Drama Club! This monthly program will explore fun theater and stage activities.
Civics here in Columbus - Local Government 101 or From Issue to Action
Wed, Sep 09, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Eastside - Community Room
A quick, friendly primer on how local decisions get made and how you can show up, speak up, and make an impact.
Library Babies - For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Sep 10, 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 10, 10:30am - 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 10, 11:05am - 11:30am
Columbus - Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
Tween Game Time
Thu, Sep 10, 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 10, 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.
Teen Pre-Pride Party
Fri, Sep 11, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
Celebrate before the Columbus Pride Festival on Saturday, September 12 with music, treats, and games!
Bartholomew County Genealogical Society
Sat, Sep 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Columbus - Red Room
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