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Inner Shelf Book Club

 Wintering: The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times
2026-11-18 18:30:00 2026-11-18 19:30:00 America/Indiana/Indianapolis Inner Shelf Book Club Join us to discuss Wintering by Katherine May, a reflective memoir about rest, retreat, and finding permission to slow down during life?s difficult seasons. Columbus - Conference Room

Wednesday, November 18
6:30pm - 7:30pm

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Columbus

Conference Room

Join us to discuss Wintering by Katherine May, a reflective memoir about rest, retreat, and finding permission to slow down during life?s difficult seasons.

Together, we’ll explore how May blends memoir and nature writing to consider grief, illness, burnout, and the value of stepping back during moments of overwhelm.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Authors and Book Discussions |

Columbus
Phone: 812-379-1255
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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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Flow Yoga
Mon, Oct 19, 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.
Library Board of Trustees
Mon, Oct 19, 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!
Pokemon Club - Ages 5-12
Mon, Oct 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Lower Level Reception Area,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!
Teen Advisory Board
Mon, Oct 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
At this meeting will start thinking about teen programs for February and March, especially thinking about what to do over Spring break.
Absolute Beginners Tween DND
Mon, Oct 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Columbus - Red Room
Join a group of new but enthusiastic DND wannabees. We will all learn together! Registration is required.
Columbus Viewfinders
Mon, Oct 19, 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.
Adults Reading YA Book Club: Banned Books
Mon, Oct 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
India Curry House
Celebrate Banned Books Week by exercising your freedom to read by reading a frequently banned/challenged teen book. Come prepared to share with the group what you read at India Curry House.
Cemetery Tour Series- Garland Brook - 501 N. Gladstone, Columbus
Mon, Oct 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Outreach
You are invited to the Fifth Annual BCPL Guided Cemetery Tour Series in honor of National Family History Month!
Toddler Time - Ages 1-3
Tue, Oct 20, 9:15am - 9:45am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Toddler Time!
Toddler Time - Ages 1-3
Tue, Oct 20, 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, Oct 20, 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, Oct 20, 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 DIY: Frankentoys
Tue, Oct 20, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
Create your own freaky toy using pieces of toys, hot glue, and 3D pens.
Tween STEM Time
Tue, Oct 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Red Room
Do you love robotics, coding, building, just science in general? Join your friends for an hour of fun including Hack Pack, Coding, Robot Fights and More! Registration is requested but not required.
Pokemon Club - Ages 5-12
Tue, Oct 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hope - Hope Branch Library
Card collectors, trainers, gamers, and fans are all welcome to join as we learn and talk about all things Pokemon!
Pumpkin Playdate! - Ages 1-5
Wed, Oct 21, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Columbus - Library Patio
Drop in anytime from 11:15 to 12:00 to play! We'll have pumpkins to roll, paint, stack, and even eat! Stay as little or as long as you'd like!
America Red Cross Blood Drive
Wed, Oct 21, 2:15pm - 6:00pm
Eastside
Give Blood, Save LivesRegister
Teen Film Series: Spooky Movies
Wed, Oct 21, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
7 - The Haunted Mansion 21 - Hocus Pocus 28 - Minions & Monsters
Music is Magic! - NEW TIME!
Wed, Oct 21, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Columbus - Red 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.
Magic: the Gathering Club
Wed, Oct 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Join us to play Magic: the Gathering! If you have never played before we will teach you how!
Inner Shelf Book Club - Bury Your Gays by Chuck Tingle
Wed, Oct 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Columbus - Conference Room
We will celebrate Spooky Season with Bury Your Gays by Chuck Tingle, a horror novel about identity, fame, and a screenwriter facing a chilling studio ultimatum.
Library Babies - For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Oct 22, 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, Oct 22, 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, Oct 22, 11:05am - 11:30am
Columbus - Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
Tween Game Time
Thu, Oct 22, 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, Oct 22, 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, Oct 22, 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.
Rescheduled
3D Design 101
Thu, Oct 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
New date Thursday, October 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Columbus
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! .
Eastside Trunk - or - Treat
Thu, Oct 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Eastside - Community Room
Join us for a fa-boo-lous time! Celebrate the season with festive decorations, friendly faces, and yummy treats. Costumes welcome, but not required.
Storytime at Dorothy's Playhouse! - 3136 N. National Rd. Columbus, IN 47201
Fri, Oct 23, 11:00am - 11:30am
Outreach
Enjoy a free storytime in the event room!
Storytime- Cuentos y Cantos con Family School Partners - Spanish Language Storytime
Fri, Oct 23, 11:30am - 12:00pm
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!
Pokemon Club - Ages 5-12
Fri, Oct 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Eastside - Community Room
Card collectors, trainers, gamers, and fans are all welcome to join as we learn and talk about all things Pokemon!
Teen Crochet Camp: Amigurumi Bat
Fri, Oct 23, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
Make an amigurumi bat for spooky season! This program is intended for teens who already have a basic understanding of crochet and can read a pattern. Pattern and supplies provided.
Flow Yoga
Mon, Oct 26, 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 Fall Festival - Downtown Columbus
Mon, Oct 26, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Columbus - Children's Area,Library Plaza,Red Room,Teen Room
Our annual Fall Festival will be downtown this year with all your favorite Fall Fun!
Toddler Time - Ages 1-3
Tue, Oct 27, 9:15am - 9:45am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Toddler Time!
Toddler Time - Ages 1-3
Tue, Oct 27, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Toddler Time!
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5
Tue, Oct 27, 11:00am - 11:30am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Storytime!
Chair Yoga
Tue, Oct 27, 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 27, 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, Oct 27, 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 - Don't Forget the Girl by Rebecca McKanna
Tue, Oct 27, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Columbus - Red Room
Author Rebecca McKanna will join us for a special discussion of her novel "Don't Forget the Girl", a gripping story of friendship, grief, and the lasting impact of crime on the people left behind.
Reading with Friends
Wed, Oct 28, 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 Drop-In
Wed, Oct 28, 3:00pm - 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: Spooky Movies
Wed, Oct 28, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
7 - The Haunted Mansion 21 - Hocus Pocus 28 - Minions & Monsters
Clover Digs Books!
Wed, Oct 28, 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!
Library Babies - For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Oct 29, 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 29, 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, Oct 29, 11:05am - 11:30am
Columbus - Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
Tween Game Time
Thu, Oct 29, 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, Oct 29, 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, Oct 29, 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
3D Design 101
Thu, Oct 29, 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
Lights Up, Sound Down Movie - Minions & Monsters (PG)
Fri, Oct 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Columbus - Red Room
Watch a movie with us in a sensory-friendly environment. This month's movie will be Minions & Monsters (PG).
Teen Halloween Party
Fri, Oct 30, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
Celebrate with autumnal flower crowns, spooky music, snacks, and (optional) costumes!
Halloween Spook-tacular Storytime! - for kids of all ages!
Sat, Oct 31, 11:00am - 11:30am
Columbus - Conference Room,Library Patio,Red Room
Halloween stories and fun for all ages!
Storytime at Eastside! - For picture book fans of all ages!
Mon, Nov 02, 9:30am - 10:00am
Eastside - Community Room
Join library staff at our brand-new Eastside Branch for stories, songs, and rhymes!
Flow Yoga
Mon, Nov 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 Writing Challenge
Mon, Nov 02, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Meeting Room 4
11/4 - Teen Authors 11/9 - Novels 11/16 - Poetry 11/23 - Short Stories 11/30 - Novellas
Family Storytime - Ages 1-5
Mon, Nov 02, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Columbus - Children's Programming Room
Join us at the library for Family Storytime!
Adult Game Night
Mon, Nov 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.
Toddler Time - Ages 1-3
Tue, Nov 03, 9:15am - 9:45am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Toddler Time!
Toddler Time - Ages 1-3
Tue, Nov 03, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Toddler Time!
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5
Tue, Nov 03, 11:00am - 11:30am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Storytime!
Chair Yoga
Tue, Nov 03, 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.
BCPL Author Talk: Asha Frost
Tue, Nov 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Online - https://libraryc.org/mybcpl
Join us for a virtual discussion with a bestselling author!Register
Game Time at Eastside!
Tue, Nov 03, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Eastside - Meeting Room
Stop by 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.
Preschool STEAM: Trains and Cars! - Ages 1-5
Wed, Nov 04, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Columbus - Red Room
This month we will practice civil engineering by building train tracks for our toy trains, designing parking structures out of blocks, and making ramps to roll vehicles down!
Skill Builders
Wed, Nov 04, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Columbus - Lower Level Reception Area,Meeting Room 3,Meeting Room 4,Meeting Room 5
Skill Builders is a craft program for Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and their caregivers.
Skill Builders
Wed, Nov 04, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Columbus - Lower Level Reception Area,Meeting Room 3,Meeting Room 4,Meeting Room 5
Skill Builders is a craft program for Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and their caregivers.
Teen Drop-In
Wed, Nov 04, 3:00pm - 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: Food Movies
Wed, Nov 04, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
4 - Ratatouille 11 - Good Burger 18 - Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory
Music is Magic! - NEW TIME!
Wed, Nov 04, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Columbus - Red 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.
Sierra Club - Winding Waters Group
Wed, Nov 04, 5:45pm - 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.
Bartholomew County Writer's Group
Wed, Nov 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Make connections, learn, and share with other area authors.
Preschool Dance Class with Megan - Ages 2-5
Thu, Nov 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.
Library Babies - For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Nov 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus - Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
Immunization Clinic - Bartholomew County Health Department
Thu, Nov 05, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Immunization clinic
Vaccine Clinc with Bartholomew County Health Department
Thu, Nov 05, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Columbus
Stay up to date on your immunizations at our upcoming vaccine clinic. Please bring a photo ID and your insurance card, if you have insurance. Most vaccines will be available.
Library Babies - For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Nov 05, 10:35am - 11:00am
Columbus - Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
Homeschool Hangout
Thu, Nov 05, 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 read stories about food, and do a food experiment! Registration requested but not required.
Library Babies - For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Nov 05, 11:05am - 11:30am
Columbus - Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
Tween Game Time
Thu, Nov 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.
Teen Game Day
Thu, Nov 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.
Military Horses on the Plaza - Family friendly event for all ages
Thu, Nov 05, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Columbus - Library Plaza
Horses from the Military Department of Indiana Caisson Platoon will be joining us on the library plaza!
Friday Fun Day
Fri, Nov 06, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Eastside - Community Room
Drop in for Friday Fun Day! Enjoy a fun afternoon of crafts, games, movies, and snacks. Activities vary each week and are open to children, tweens, and teens.
Teen Crochet Camp: Hangout
Fri, Nov 06, 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.
The Disassemblers
Sat, Nov 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!
Film Club - Young Frankenstein (1974)
Sat, Nov 07, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Red Room
Join us 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.
Flow Yoga
Mon, Nov 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, Nov 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
New venue Columbus - Red Room
Tweens can join library staff to learn more about fiber arts!
Teen Writing Challenge
Mon, Nov 09, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Meeting Room 4
11/4 - Teen Authors 11/9 - Novels 11/16 - Poetry 11/23 - Short Stories 11/30 - Novellas
Family Storytime - Ages 1-5
Mon, Nov 09, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Columbus - Children's Programming Room
Join us at the library for Family Storytime!
Toddler Time - Ages 1-3
Tue, Nov 10, 9:15am - 9:45am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Toddler Time!
Toddler Time - Ages 1-3
Tue, Nov 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, Nov 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, Nov 10, 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.
Immunization Clinic - Bartholomew County Health Department
Tue, Nov 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Eastside - Meeting Room
Immunization clinic
BCPL Author Talk: Kelly and Zach Weinersmith
Tue, Nov 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Online - https://libraryc.org/mybcpl
Join us for a virtual discussion with a bestselling author!Register
Micro Brickish Makeoff Build Party!
Tue, Nov 10, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Lower Level Reception Area
It's a micro party! If you'd prefer to build in a group, this time is for you! Make your model for the Micro Brickish Makeoff!
Teen Drop-In
Tue, Nov 10, 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!
Functional Medicine - Exercise & Nutrition-secret keys to recovery and resilience 
Tue, Nov 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Columbus - Red Room
Join Dr. Trevor Miller for a practical look at how exercise and nutrition can support recovery, resilience, and whole-person wellness.
BCPL Author Talk: Paul Vigna
Wed, Nov 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Online - https://libraryc.org/mybcpl
Join us for a virtual discussion with a bestselling author!Register
Hope Family Crafternooon - Watercolor Fall Leaf Wreath
Wed, Nov 11, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Hope - Hope Branch Library
Bring the family for a fun, hands-on crafternoon! Create a seasonal craft together with plenty of room for creativity. This drop-in program is designed for families and all skill levels.
Teen Film Series: Food Movies
Wed, Nov 11, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
4 - Ratatouille 11 - Good Burger 18 - Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory
Drama Club
Wed, Nov 11, 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.
Civil War Book Club - Ends of War by Caroline Janney
Wed, Nov 11, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Columbus - Meeting Room 3
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, Nov 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, Nov 12, 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 12, 11:05am - 11:30am
Columbus - Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
Friends of The Library Bag Sale
Thu, Nov 12, 12:00pm - 5:30pm
- Meeting Room 4- Columbus
Fill up a bag of books for $5, or buy a library tote and fill it up for $10.
Tween Game Time
Thu, Nov 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.
Teen Game Day
Thu, Nov 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.
Storytime- Cuentos y Cantos con Family School Partners - Spanish Language Storytime
Fri, Nov 13, 11:30am - 12:00pm
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!
Friday Fun Day
Fri, Nov 13, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Eastside - Community Room
Drop in for Friday Fun Day! Enjoy a fun afternoon of crafts, games, movies, and snacks. Activities vary each week and are open to children, tweens, and teens.
Mapping the Past - Hosted by Bartholomew County Genealogical Society
Sat, Nov 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Columbus - Red Room
Explore how land surveys, property records, boundaries, and historical maps can reveal stories about families, neighborhoods, and the local community.
Energy Assistance Program Sign Up with Human Services Inc.
Mon, Nov 16, 10:00am - 11:45am
Hope
Pick up an Energy Assistance Program application and get help from knowledgeable staff to complete it.
Flow Yoga
Mon, Nov 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.
Teen Writing Challenge
Mon, Nov 16, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Conference Room
11/4 - Teen Authors 11/9 - Novels 11/16 - Poetry 11/23 - Short Stories 11/30 - Novellas
Library Board of Trustees
Mon, Nov 16, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
New venue Columbus - Red 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!
Pokemon Club - Ages 5-12
Mon, Nov 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Lower Level Reception Area,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, Nov 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.
Family Storytime - Ages 1-5
Mon, Nov 16, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Columbus - Children's Programming Room
Join us at the library for Family Storytime!
Toddler Time - Ages 1-3
Tue, Nov 17, 9:15am - 9:45am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Toddler Time!
Toddler Time - Ages 1-3
Tue, Nov 17, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Toddler Time!
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5
Tue, Nov 17, 11:00am - 11:30am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Storytime!
Energy Assistance Program Applications - with Human Services Inc.
Tue, Nov 17, 12:45pm - 3:45pm
Eastside - Meeting Room
Pick up an Energy Assistance Program application and get help from knowledgeable staff to complete it.
Chair Yoga
Tue, Nov 17, 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: Caramel Apple Bar
Tue, Nov 17, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
Dip your apple slices in caramel and add a variety of available toppings. Available while supplies last.
Pokemon Club - Ages 5-12
Tue, Nov 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hope - Hope Branch Library
Card collectors, trainers, gamers, and fans are all welcome to join as we learn and talk about all things Pokemon!
Tween STEM Time
Tue, Nov 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Do you love robotics, coding, building, just science in general? Join your friends for an hour of fun including Hack Pack, Coding, Robot Fights and More!
Adult Craft Night: Decooupage Fall Plate
Tue, Nov 17, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Make a beautiful and fun craft. All supplies provided?registration required. This Month we will be making a decoupage fall plate.
Reading with Friends
Wed, Nov 18, 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.
Hooks and Needles
Wed, Nov 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.
Tots' Turkey Trot at the LEX - Ages 1-5
Wed, Nov 18, 11:15am - 12:00pm
The LEX - Outside Green Space
Children ages 1-5 and their caregiver can join us outside at the LEX anytime between 11:15-12:00 for our annual Tots' Turkey Trot!
Teen Drop-In
Wed, Nov 18, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Eastside - Community Room
Join us for a Teen Hangout! There will be a possibility of games, crafts, and definitely fun!
Rescheduled
Pokemon Club - Ages 5-12
Wed, Nov 18, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
New date Friday, November 20, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Eastside
Card collectors, trainers, gamers, and fans are all welcome to join as we learn and talk about all things Pokemon!
Teen Film Series: Food Movies
Wed, Nov 18, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
4 - Ratatouille 11 - Good Burger 18 - Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory
Clover Digs Books!
Wed, Nov 18, 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 opens Wednesday, October 21 2026 at 4:00pm
Music is Magic! - NEW TIME!
Wed, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
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.
Registration opens Monday, October 19 2026 at 4:00pm
Magic: the Gathering Club
Wed, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Join us to play Magic: the Gathering! If you have never played before we will teach you how!
Rescheduled
Civil War Book Club - Ends of War by Caroline Janney
Wed, Nov 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
New date Wednesday, November 11, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Columbus
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 -  Wintering: The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times
Wed, Nov 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Join us to discuss Wintering by Katherine May, a reflective memoir about rest, retreat, and finding permission to slow down during life?s difficult seasons.
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