Pour a Little Joy: Candle Making

Tween Stitch Camp - Grades 4-6

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.

Mon, Nov 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

New venue Columbus - Red Room

Tweens can join library staff to learn more about fiber arts!

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

Mon, Nov 09, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Columbus - Children's Programming Room

Join us at the library for Family Storytime!

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

Columbus - Red Room

Join us at the library for Toddler Time!

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!

Immunization Clinic - Bartholomew County Health Department

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.

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, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Eastside

Bring your homework and your questions?we?re happy to help! Sign up for a one-hour time slot and work through your assignments.

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, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Eastside

Bring your homework and your questions?we?re happy to help! Sign up for a one-hour time slot and work through your assignments.

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.

This event is full

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.

This event is full

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.

Thu, Nov 12, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Eastside

Bring your homework and your questions?we?re happy to help! Sign up for a one-hour time slot and work through your assignments.

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 at Dorothy's Playhouse! - 3136 N. National Rd. Columbus, IN 47201

Thu, Nov 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Eastside

Bring your homework and your questions?we?re happy to help! Sign up for a one-hour time slot and work through your assignments.

Fri, Nov 13, 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, 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.

Rescheduled

Jumpstart your genealogy - Hosted by Bartholomew County Genealogical Society

Sat, Nov 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm

New date Saturday, November 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm

New venue Columbus

Jumpstart your genealogy research and crack that brick wall.

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.

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.

Library Board of Trustees

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

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!

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.

Mon, Nov 16, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Columbus - Children's Programming Room

Join us at the library for Family Storytime!

Tue, Nov 17, 9:15am - 9:45am

Columbus - Red Room

Join us at the library for Toddler Time!

Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5

Tue, Nov 17, 10:00am - 10:30am

Columbus - Red Room

Join us at the library for Toddler Time!

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.

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, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Eastside

Bring your homework and your questions?we?re happy to help! Sign up for a one-hour time slot and work through your assignments.

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.

Tue, Nov 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Eastside

Bring your homework and your questions?we?re happy to help! Sign up for a one-hour time slot and work through your assignments.

Adult Craft Night: Decooupage Fall Plate

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!

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.

This event is full

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

Teen Film Series: Food Movies

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!

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!

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.

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.

Energy Assistance Program Applications - with Human Services Inc.

Thu, Nov 19, 9:00am - 3:45pm

Columbus - Meeting Room 5

Pick up an Energy Assistance Program application and get help from knowledgeable staff to complete it.

Preschool Dance Class with Megan - Ages 2-5

Thu, Nov 19, 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 19, 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, Nov 19, 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 19, 11:05am - 11:30am

Columbus - Red Room

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

Hooks and Needles

Thu, Nov 19, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Eastside - Community Room

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

Teen Dungeons and Dragons

Thu, Nov 19, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Eastside

Bring your homework and your questions?we?re happy to help! Sign up for a one-hour time slot and work through your assignments.

Tween Game Time

Thu, Nov 19, 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 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.

Thu, Nov 19, 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

BCPL Author Talk: Rebecca Roanhorse

Thu, Nov 19, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Eastside

Bring your homework and your questions?we?re happy to help! Sign up for a one-hour time slot and work through your assignments.

NAMI Peer Support

Thu, Nov 19, 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 Printing 101

Thu, Nov 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Columbus - Meeting Room 4

Step into the world of 3D printing. This introductory class is perfect for anyone curious about this exciting technology. No experience? No problem! .

Stitch & Sleuth

Thu, Nov 19, 6:00pm - 7:45pm

Columbus - Red Room

We'll gather for a cozy movie-and-craft night: bring your knitting/crochet/handwork (or try one of ours), settle in, and enjoy a mystery film together. All skill levels welcome.

Thu, Nov 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Online - https://libraryc.org/mybcpl

Join us for a virtual discussion with a bestselling author!Register

Lights Up, Sound Down Movie - Migration (PG)

Fri, Nov 20, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Columbus - Red Room

Watch a movie with us in a sensory-friendly environment. This month's movie will be Migration (PG, 2023)

Fri, Nov 20, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Eastside

Bring your homework and your questions?we?re happy to help! Sign up for a one-hour time slot and work through your assignments.

Teen Crochet Camp: Winter Hat

Fri, Nov 20, 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!

Fri, Nov 20, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Columbus - Teen Room

Learn to make a cinched beanie using a half-double crochet stitch in back loops only. Also, learn how you can use this pattern at home or in the Teen Room to earn volunteer hours!

Jumpstart your genealogy - Hosted by Bartholomew County Genealogical Society

Fri, Nov 20, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Eastside

Bring your homework and your questions?we?re happy to help! Sign up for a one-hour time slot and work through your assignments.

Sat, Nov 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Columbus - Lower Level Reception Area

Jumpstart your genealogy research and crack that brick wall.

Hooks and Needles

Sat, Nov 21, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Columbus - Teen Area

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

Nutcracker Storytime with Dancer's Studio Inc. - For ages 3-8

Sat, Nov 21, 11:00am - 11:30am

Columbus - Red Room

Move, dance, and hear a story at this unique dancing storytime!

Mon, Nov 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.

Mon, Nov 23, 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

Teen Advisory Board

Mon, Nov 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Columbus - Teen Room

Help finalize February and March teen programs and start thinking about April, May, and summer reading programs for 2027!

Family Food Fight

Mon, Nov 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Columbus - Conference Room

Get your stomach ready! Family member against family member, you will create the best dish with the ingredients provided! May the tastiest win!

Adults Reading YA Book Club: Rebellion

Mon, Nov 23, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Columbus - Children's Programming Room

Join us at the library for Family Storytime!

Mon, Nov 23, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Thai Connection

Remember, remember, the fifth of November, gunpowder, treason and plot. I see no reason why gunpowder treason should ever be forgot. Come share with the group what you read at Thai Connection.

Tue, Nov 24, 9:15am - 9:45am

Columbus - Red Room

Join us at the library for Toddler Time!

Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5

Tue, Nov 24, 10:00am - 10:30am

Columbus - Red Room

Join us at the library for Toddler Time!

Tue, Nov 24, 11:00am - 11:30am

Columbus - Red Room

Join us at the library for Storytime!

Tue, Nov 24, 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 24, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Eastside

Bring your homework and your questions?we?re happy to help! Sign up for a one-hour time slot and work through your assignments.

Legal Aid Clinic

Tue, Nov 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 Drop-In

Tue, Nov 24, 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 - Hour of the Witch by Chris Bohjalian

Tue, Nov 24, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Eastside

Bring your homework and your questions?we?re happy to help! Sign up for a one-hour time slot and work through your assignments.

Tue, Nov 24, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Columbus - Red Room

Through the story of a young Puritan woman seeking freedom from a dangerous marriage, the book explores faith, fear, justice, and religious freedom in early colonial America.

Handprint Turkey Workshop - for kids of all ages

Wed, Nov 25, 11:15am - 12:00pm

Columbus - Children's Programming Room

Kids of all ages can drop in anytime between 11:15-12 to make a classic handprint turkey! This is a drop-in program, the craft will take around 10-15 minutes. Please dress to get messy!

All Library Locations Closed

Thu, Nov 26, All day

Columbus

All locations are closed on this day.

Mon, Nov 30, 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.

Absolute Beginners Tween DND

Mon, Nov 30, 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

Mon, Nov 30, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Columbus - Red Room

Join a group of new but enthusiastic DND wannabees. We will all learn together!

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

Columbus - Children's Programming Room

Join us at the library for Family Storytime!

Tue, Dec 01, 9:15am - 9:45am

Columbus - Red Room

Join us at the library for Toddler Time!

Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5

Tue, Dec 01, 10:00am - 10:30am

Columbus - Red Room

Join us at the library for Toddler Time!

Tue, Dec 01, 11:00am - 11:30am

Columbus - Red Room

Join us at the library for Storytime!

Tue, Dec 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.

Tue, Dec 01, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Eastside

Bring your homework and your questions?we?re happy to help! Sign up for a one-hour time slot and work through your assignments.

Teen Drop-in

Tue, Dec 01, 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!

Game Time at Eastside!

Tue, Dec 01, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Eastside - Community 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.

Skill Builders - Holiday Craft

Tue, Dec 01, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Eastside

Bring your homework and your questions?we?re happy to help! Sign up for a one-hour time slot and work through your assignments.

Teen Find Your Voice

Tue, Dec 01, 3:45pm - 4:45pm

Columbus - Teen Room

This program is designed to help teens develop practical public speaking skills, with a focus on naturally building these skills through exposure.

Wed, Dec 02, 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 - Holiday Craft

Wed, Dec 02, 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 Film Series: Spooky Holidays

Wed, Dec 02, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Columbus - Teen Room

2 - Gremlins 9 - Krampus 16 - A Nightmare before Christmas

Music is Magic! - Ages 2-5

Wed, Dec 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

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, Dec 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.

Bartholomew County Writer's Group

Wed, Dec 02, 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, Dec 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.

Homeschool Hangout - Grinch Season

Thu, Dec 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Columbus - Conference Room

Hey homeschoolers! Come hang out at the library, make some friends and learn something new! This month, it's Grinch Season!

Thu, Dec 03, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Eastside

Bring your homework and your questions?we?re happy to help! Sign up for a one-hour time slot and work through your assignments.

Teen Game Day

Thu, Dec 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 gaming PCs.

Cookies, Crafts and Carols

Thu, Dec 03, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Eastside

Bring your homework and your questions?we?re happy to help! Sign up for a one-hour time slot and work through your assignments.

Thu, Dec 03, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Columbus - Front Entrance (Main Floor),Library Plaza

On this Not So Silent Night, join us for an evening of cozy winter celebration on the plaza and inside the library!

Fri, Dec 04, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Eastside

Bring your homework and your questions?we?re happy to help! Sign up for a one-hour time slot and work through your assignments.

Fri, Dec 04, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Eastside

Bring your homework and your questions?we?re happy to help! Sign up for a one-hour time slot and work through your assignments.

Energy Assistance Program Sign Up with Human Services Inc.

Mon, Dec 07, 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.

Mon, Dec 07, 12:45pm - 5:00pm

Hope

Pick up an Energy Assistance Program application and get help from knowledgeable staff to complete it.

Teen STEAM: Fake Snow

Mon, Dec 07, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Columbus - Teen Room

Make your own snow that will never melt! All materials provided.

An American Girl Holiday

Mon, Dec 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Columbus - Children's Programming Room,Conference Room

Celebrate the holidays with the American Girls. Make crafts the girls would have made in their time or make a present for your doll! Make and eat a delicious gingerbread house and play holiday games!

Registration opens Wednesday, November 11 2026 at 9:00am

Pour a Little Joy: Candle Making - With Turning Point Domestic Violence Services

Mon, Dec 07, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Eastside - Community Room

Pour a little joy with Turning Point! Choose your favorite scent and color, pour an 8 oz. candle, and design a custom label. A fun self-care activity?or a thoughtful holiday gift!

Adult Game Night

Mon, Dec 07, 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.

Mon, Dec 07, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Columbus - Children's Area

Join us at the library for Family Storytime!

Tue, Dec 08, 9:15am - 9:45am

Columbus - Red Room

Join us at the library for Toddler Time!

Storytime- Cuentos y Cantos - Bilingual Storytime in Spanish and English

Tue, Dec 08, 10:00am - 10:30am

Columbus - Red Room

Join us at the library for Toddler Time!

Tue, Dec 08, 11:00am - 11:30am

Columbus - Red Room

At this special Holiday Edition of Cuentos y Cantos we will have fun with Spanish language holiday songs and stories- including our favorite: mi burrito sabanero!

Tue, Dec 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.

Tue, Dec 08, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Eastside

Bring your homework and your questions?we?re happy to help! Sign up for a one-hour time slot and work through your assignments.

Teen Puppy Petting Party

Tue, Dec 08, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Columbus - Teen Room

De-stress from finals by visiting with dogs from the Bartholomew County Humane Society.