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Library Babies
- For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Apr 23, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus -
Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
Registration is now closed
Library Babies
- For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Apr 23, 10:35am - 11:00am
Columbus -
Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
Registration is now closed
Library Babies
- For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Apr 23, 11:05am - 11:30am
Columbus -
Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
Registration is now closed
Teen Game Day
Thu, Apr 23, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus -
Teen Room
Learn to play new games and enjoy older ones in this afterschool games club. Play an assortment of board games and card games, and enjoy games on our new gaming PCs and arcade machine.
Stitch and Sleuth
- See How They Run (PG-13)
Thu, Apr 23, 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.
NAMI Peer Support
Thu, Apr 23, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Columbus -
Conference Room
NAMI support groups are peer-led and offer participants an opportunity to share their experiences and gain support from other attendees.
Music is Magic!
- Ages 2-5
Fri, Apr 24, 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
- Zootopia 2 (PG)
Fri, Apr 24, 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)
Teen Eco-Art Lab
Fri, Apr 24, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus -
Teen Room
Join us for our Eco-Art Lab day, where we will upcycle garbage and make your finest art out of recycled materials. The goal is to make something weird or super cool.
Dungeons & Dragons
Sat, Apr 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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
Library After Dark: Coast to Coast
Sat, Apr 25, 7:00pm - 9:30pm
Columbus -
Main Library
Ticketed event, and all proceeds support library programming, including the 2026 Summer Reading Program.
What to Expect
- Live music
- Delicious food
- Themed activities
- Cash bar
Register
Flow Yoga
Mon, Apr 27, 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.
Adults Reading YA Book Club: SciFi
Mon, Apr 27, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Chicago's Pizza
Read any teen SciFi book and come prepared to share with the group what you read. We will meet at Chicago's Pizza, located at 3780 W Jonathan Moore Pike; appetizers courtesy of the Friends of BCPL.
Family Storytime
- Ages 1-5
Mon, Apr 27, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Columbus -
Children's Programming Room
Join us at the library for Family Storytime!
Toddler Time
- Ages 1-3
Tue, Apr 28, 9:15am - 9:45am
Columbus -
Red Room
Join us at the library for Toddler Time!
Toddler Time
- Ages 1-3
Tue, Apr 28, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus -
Red Room
Join us at the library for Toddler Time!
Preschool Storytime
- Ages 3-5
Tue, Apr 28, 11:00am - 11:30am
Columbus -
Red Room
Join us at the library for Storytime!
Chair Yoga
Tue, Apr 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Columbus -
Red Room
Join us for a one-hour session with certified yoga and chair yoga instructor. These sessions are great for beginners and those who want to focus on gentle practice.
Legal Aid Clinic
Tue, Apr 28, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Columbus -
Lower Level Reception Area,Meeting Room 3,Meeting Room 4,Meeting Room 5
3pm - 4pm General Civil Advice Clinic
4pm - 5pm Eviction Legal Advice
Teen Crochet Camp: Intermediate: Butterflies
Tue, Apr 28, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus -
Teen Room
Learn to crochet a butterfly that you can take home or leave in the Teen Area as décor. All supplies provided.
All Book'd Book Club -- Why We Remember:
- Unlocking Memory?s Power to Hold on to What Matters
Tue, Apr 28, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Columbus -
Conference Room
Join our lively monthly book club! We read a variety of fiction and nonfiction titles. New members are always welcome.
Girls Who Code
Tue, Apr 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Columbus -
Red Room
Girls Who Code Clubs are spaces where
girls can join our sisterhood of supportive
peers and use Computer Science to
change the world.
Teen Film Series: Spring into STEAM
Wed, Apr 29, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus -
Teen Room
15 - Ferngully: The Last Rainforest
22 - WALL-E
29 - The Wild Robot
Library Babies
- For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Apr 30, 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, Apr 30, 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, Apr 30, 11:05am - 11:30am
Columbus -
Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
This event is full
Tween Game Time
Thu, Apr 30, 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, Apr 30, 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.
3D Design 101
Thu, Apr 30, 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
All Library Locations Closed
Fri, May 01, All day
Columbus
All locations are closed on this day.
The Disassemblers
Sat, May 02, 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, May 04, 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 May Day + Star Wars Party
Mon, May 04, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus -
Teen Room
Celebrate May Day by dancing around the maypole and enjoying springtime treats (while supplies last). Also! Make your own lightsaber craft while we watch a Star Wars film.
Pokemon Club: Casual Battles and Learn to Play
- All Ages
Mon, May 04, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Columbus -
Lower Level Reception Area,Meeting Room 4,Meeting Room 5
Join library staff for a session of Pokemon Club dedicated entirely to playing the Pokemon TCG.
Family Storytime
- Ages 1-5
Mon, May 04, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Columbus -
Children's Programming Room
Join us at the library for Family Storytime!
Adult Game Night
Mon, May 04, 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, May 05, 9:15am - 9:45am
Columbus -
Red Room
Join us at the library for Toddler Time!
Toddler Time
- Ages 1-3
Tue, May 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus -
Red Room
Join us at the library for Toddler Time!
Preschool Storytime
- Ages 3-5
Tue, May 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
Columbus -
Red Room
Join us at the library for Storytime!
Chair Yoga
Tue, May 05, 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 AAPI Heritage Month Trivia
Tue, May 05, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus -
Teen Area
Answer questions on a team or alone about AAPI Heritage to win a fabulous prize.
Adult Craft Night:
- Macrame Plant Hanger
Tue, May 05, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Columbus -
Conference Room
Knot your average craft night.
Learn macramé and make a stunning plant hanger to take home. All supplies provided. Registration required.
Preschool Art Studio- Ruth Asawa
- Ages 3-5
Wed, May 06, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Columbus -
Children's Programming Room
This is a drop in event, please come any time between 11:15-12:00 and stay as little or as long as you'd like!
Skill Builders: Mothers Day Craft
Wed, May 06, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Columbus -
Lower Level Reception Area,Meeting Room 3,Meeting Room 4,Meeting Room 5
Have fun crafting while we socialize. This month, we will be making a Mother's Day Craft to give to someone special.
Skill Builders: Mothers Day Craft
Wed, May 06, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Columbus -
Lower Level Reception Area,Meeting Room 3,Meeting Room 4,Meeting Room 5
Have fun crafting while we socialize. This month, we will be making a Mother's Day Craft to give to someone special.
Teen Film Series: AAPI Superheroes
Wed, May 06, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus -
Teen Room
6 - Shang Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings
13 - Big Hero 6
20 - Aquaman
Kids' Art Studio
Wed, May 06, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Columbus -
Children's Programming Room
Join library staff and unleash your creativity- we will provide all the supplies you need.
Bartholomew County Writer's Group
Wed, May 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Columbus -
Conference Room
Make connections, learn, and share with other area authors.
Sierra Club - Winding Waters Group
- Foraging with Clyde Myers
Wed, May 06, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Columbus -
Red Room
Clyde Myers is an author and forager from Columbus, Indiana who loves helping people rediscover the abundance growing just outside their doors.
Preschool Dance Class with Megan
- Ages 2-5
Thu, May 07, 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, May 07, 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, May 07, 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, May 07, 11:05am - 11:30am
Columbus -
Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
Easy Peasy Painting
- Folk Art Owl
Thu, May 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Eastside
Paint a bright, folk-art style Owl step-by-step in an easy-peasy session that is perfect for beginners and seasoned crafters alike.
Tween Game Time
Thu, May 07, 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, May 07, 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, May 07, 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
First Thursday Film Club
- The Devil Wears Prada
Thu, May 07, 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.
Music is Magic!
- Ages 2-5
Fri, May 08, 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.
Cuentos y Cantos con Family School Partners
- Spanish Language Storytime
Fri, May 08, 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!
Teen Art Day: Pipe Cleaner Flowers
Fri, May 08, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus -
Teen Room
We're turning simple pipe cleaners into "forever flowers." No green thumb required, just a little bit of wire-bending and a lot of creativity. All supplies provided.
Saturday Storytime
Sat, May 09, 11:00am - 11:45am
Columbus -
Red Room
Children ages 1 to 5 years and their families are invited to join us for Saturday Storytime! We will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and movement, modeling practices families can repeat at home.
Dungeons & Dragons
Sat, May 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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.
Flow Yoga
Mon, May 11, 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.
Hack Pack
- For Tweens
Mon, May 11, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus -
Red Room
Join other creative builders to make and code robots using Crunchlab's Hack Pack.
Tween Stitch Camp
- Grades 4-6
Mon, May 11, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Columbus -
Conference Room,Library Patio
Join children's library staff for another special edition Tween Stitch Camp. This month we'll be making some Batik inspired fabric prints. We'll be using hot glue and dye to create your own panel.
Family Storytime
- Ages 1-5
Mon, May 11, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Columbus -
Children's Programming Room
Join us at the library for Family Storytime!
Photography 101
Mon, May 11, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Columbus -
Conference Room
Join members of the Viewfinders Photography club to learn the basics of photography. All skill levels welcome.
Toddler Time
- Ages 1-3
Tue, May 12, 9:15am - 9:45am
Columbus -
Red Room
Join us at the library for Toddler Time!
Toddler Time
- Ages 1-3
Tue, May 12, 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, May 12, 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, May 12, 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 Crochet Camp: Beginners
Tue, May 12, 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.
Planting and Raising Tomatoes in Containers
Tue, May 12, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Hope -
Hope Branch Library
Join Cora Reinbolt of the Purdue Extension to learn about growing plants in containers. Plant a baby tomato plant in a bucket and bring it home with you to grow. All supplies are provided.
Shakespeare in the Park: The Tempest
- Live Play at The LEX
Tue, May 12, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
The LEX -
Outside Green Space
Join us for a free all-ages performance of The Tempest at The LEX!
Hope Family Crafternoon
Wed, May 13, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Hope -
Hope Library (Annex)
Join us for a family-friendly craft afternoon at the Hope Branch! All ages welcome. Supplies provided. Paint a bright, folk-art style chicken step-by-step in an easy peasy session.
Teen Film Series: AAPI Superheroes
Wed, May 13, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus -
Teen Room
6 - Shang Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings
13 - Big Hero 6
20 - Aquaman
Planting and Raising Tomatoes in Containers
Wed, May 13, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Eastside
Join Cora Reinbolt of the Purdue Extension to learn about growing plants in containers. Plant a baby tomato plant in a bucket and bring it home with you to grow. All supplies are provided.
Library Babies
- For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, May 14, 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, May 14, 10:35am - 11:00am
Columbus -
Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
Homeschool Hangout
- I.M. Pei
Thu, May 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Columbus -
Conference Room
Hey homeschoolers! Come hang out at the library, make some friends and learn something new! This month we will learn about I.M. Pei, his work (including the library) and make our own buildings!
Library Babies
- For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, May 14, 11:05am - 11:30am
Columbus -
Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
Tween Game Time
Thu, May 14, 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, May 14, 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.
Planting and Raising Tomatoes in Containers
Thu, May 14, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Columbus -
Library Plaza
Join Cora Reinbolt of the Purdue Extension to learn about growing plants in containers. Plant a baby tomato plant in a bucket and bring it home with you to grow. All supplies are provided.
This event is full
Planting and Raising Tomatoes in Containers
Thu, May 14, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Columbus -
Library Plaza
Join Cora Reinbolt of the Purdue Extension to learn about growing plants in containers. Plant a baby tomato plant in a bucket and bring it home with you to grow. All supplies are provided.
Music with Valerie
Fri, May 15, 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
Teen Finals Survival HQ
Fri, May 15, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus -
Teen Area
Finals are coming, you don't have to face them alone. We've got the essentials for a one-stop shop for studying for your exams.
Master Gardener's Plant Sale
Sat, May 16, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Columbus -
Library Plaza
Browse Master Gardener-grown plants, including natives, perennials, annuals, vegetables, herbs, and more. Expert gardeners on-site to help with selections. Proceeds support local programs.
Hooks and Needles
Sat, May 16, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Columbus -
Teen Room
The Hooks and Needles program is for all types of needle crafters to gather, create, and socialize.
Flow Yoga
Mon, May 18, 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 Puppy Petting Party
Mon, May 18, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus -
Teen Room
Destress from finals by visiting with dogs from the Bartholomew County Humane Society.
Pokemon Club
- Ages 5-12
Mon, May 18, 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!
Library Board of Trustees
Mon, May 18, 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, May 18, 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, May 18, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Columbus -
Children's Programming Room
Join us at the library for Family Storytime!
Adults Reading YA Book Club: AAPI Heritage Month
Mon, May 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Ru Yi
Celebrate AAPI Heritage month by reading any teen book written by and about Asian Americans or Pacific Islanders. Come prepared to share what you read with the group and enjoy appetizers at Ru Yi.
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Library Babies
- For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Apr 23, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus -
Red Room
Registration is now closed
Library Babies
- For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Apr 23, 10:35am - 11:00am
Columbus -
Red Room
Registration is now closed
Library Babies
- For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Apr 23, 11:05am - 11:30am
Columbus -
Red Room
Registration is now closed
Teen Game Day
Thu, Apr 23, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus -
Teen Room
NAMI Peer Support
Thu, Apr 23, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Columbus -
Conference Room
Stitch and Sleuth
- See How They Run (PG-13)
Thu, Apr 23, 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Columbus -
Red Room
Music is Magic!
- Ages 2-5
Fri, Apr 24, 9:15am - 10:00am
Columbus -
Children's Programming Room
Lights Up, Sound Down Movie
- Zootopia 2 (PG)
Fri, Apr 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Columbus -
Red Room
Teen Eco-Art Lab
Fri, Apr 24, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus -
Teen Room
Dungeons & Dragons
Sat, Apr 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Columbus -
Teen Room
This event is full
Library After Dark: Coast to Coast
Sat, Apr 25, 7:00pm - 9:30pm
Columbus -
Main Library
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Library Babies
- For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Apr 23, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus -
Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
Registration is now closed
Library Babies
- For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Apr 23, 10:35am - 11:00am
Columbus -
Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
Registration is now closed
Library Babies
- For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Apr 23, 11:05am - 11:30am
Columbus -
Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
Registration is now closed
Teen Game Day
Thu, Apr 23, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus -
Teen Room
Learn to play new games and enjoy older ones in this afterschool games club. Play an assortment of board games and card games, and enjoy games on our new gaming PCs and arcade machine.
Stitch and Sleuth
- See How They Run (PG-13)
Thu, Apr 23, 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.
NAMI Peer Support
Thu, Apr 23, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Columbus -
Conference Room
NAMI support groups are peer-led and offer participants an opportunity to share their experiences and gain support from other attendees.
Music is Magic!
- Ages 2-5
Fri, Apr 24, 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
- Zootopia 2 (PG)
Fri, Apr 24, 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)
Teen Eco-Art Lab
Fri, Apr 24, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus -
Teen Room
Join us for our Eco-Art Lab day, where we will upcycle garbage and make your finest art out of recycled materials. The goal is to make something weird or super cool.
Dungeons & Dragons
Sat, Apr 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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
Library After Dark: Coast to Coast
Sat, Apr 25, 7:00pm - 9:30pm
Columbus -
Main Library
Ticketed event, and all proceeds support library programming, including the 2026 Summer Reading Program.
What to Expect
- Live music
- Delicious food
- Themed activities
- Cash bar
Register
Flow Yoga
Mon, Apr 27, 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.
Adults Reading YA Book Club: SciFi
Mon, Apr 27, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Chicago's Pizza
Read any teen SciFi book and come prepared to share with the group what you read. We will meet at Chicago's Pizza, located at 3780 W Jonathan Moore Pike; appetizers courtesy of the Friends of BCPL.
Family Storytime
- Ages 1-5
Mon, Apr 27, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Columbus -
Children's Programming Room
Join us at the library for Family Storytime!
Toddler Time
- Ages 1-3
Tue, Apr 28, 9:15am - 9:45am
Columbus -
Red Room
Join us at the library for Toddler Time!
Toddler Time
- Ages 1-3
Tue, Apr 28, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus -
Red Room
Join us at the library for Toddler Time!
Preschool Storytime
- Ages 3-5
Tue, Apr 28, 11:00am - 11:30am
Columbus -
Red Room
Join us at the library for Storytime!
Chair Yoga
Tue, Apr 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Columbus -
Red Room
Join us for a one-hour session with certified yoga and chair yoga instructor. These sessions are great for beginners and those who want to focus on gentle practice.
Legal Aid Clinic
Tue, Apr 28, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Columbus -
Lower Level Reception Area,Meeting Room 3,Meeting Room 4,Meeting Room 5
3pm - 4pm General Civil Advice Clinic
4pm - 5pm Eviction Legal Advice
Teen Crochet Camp: Intermediate: Butterflies
Tue, Apr 28, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus -
Teen Room
Learn to crochet a butterfly that you can take home or leave in the Teen Area as décor. All supplies provided.
All Book'd Book Club -- Why We Remember:
- Unlocking Memory?s Power to Hold on to What Matters
Tue, Apr 28, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Columbus -
Conference Room
Join our lively monthly book club! We read a variety of fiction and nonfiction titles. New members are always welcome.
Girls Who Code
Tue, Apr 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Columbus -
Red Room
Girls Who Code Clubs are spaces where
girls can join our sisterhood of supportive
peers and use Computer Science to
change the world.
Teen Film Series: Spring into STEAM
Wed, Apr 29, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus -
Teen Room
15 - Ferngully: The Last Rainforest
22 - WALL-E
29 - The Wild Robot
Library Babies
- For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Apr 30, 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, Apr 30, 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, Apr 30, 11:05am - 11:30am
Columbus -
Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
This event is full
Tween Game Time
Thu, Apr 30, 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, Apr 30, 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.
3D Design 101
Thu, Apr 30, 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
All Library Locations Closed
Fri, May 01, All day
Columbus
All locations are closed on this day.
The Disassemblers
Sat, May 02, 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, May 04, 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 May Day + Star Wars Party
Mon, May 04, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus -
Teen Room
Celebrate May Day by dancing around the maypole and enjoying springtime treats (while supplies last). Also! Make your own lightsaber craft while we watch a Star Wars film.
Pokemon Club: Casual Battles and Learn to Play
- All Ages
Mon, May 04, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Columbus -
Lower Level Reception Area,Meeting Room 4,Meeting Room 5
Join library staff for a session of Pokemon Club dedicated entirely to playing the Pokemon TCG.
Family Storytime
- Ages 1-5
Mon, May 04, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Columbus -
Children's Programming Room
Join us at the library for Family Storytime!
Adult Game Night
Mon, May 04, 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, May 05, 9:15am - 9:45am
Columbus -
Red Room
Join us at the library for Toddler Time!
Toddler Time
- Ages 1-3
Tue, May 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus -
Red Room
Join us at the library for Toddler Time!
Preschool Storytime
- Ages 3-5
Tue, May 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
Columbus -
Red Room
Join us at the library for Storytime!
Chair Yoga
Tue, May 05, 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 AAPI Heritage Month Trivia
Tue, May 05, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus -
Teen Area
Answer questions on a team or alone about AAPI Heritage to win a fabulous prize.
Adult Craft Night:
- Macrame Plant Hanger
Tue, May 05, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Columbus -
Conference Room
Knot your average craft night.
Learn macramé and make a stunning plant hanger to take home. All supplies provided. Registration required.
Preschool Art Studio- Ruth Asawa
- Ages 3-5
Wed, May 06, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Columbus -
Children's Programming Room
This is a drop in event, please come any time between 11:15-12:00 and stay as little or as long as you'd like!
Skill Builders: Mothers Day Craft
Wed, May 06, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Columbus -
Lower Level Reception Area,Meeting Room 3,Meeting Room 4,Meeting Room 5
Have fun crafting while we socialize. This month, we will be making a Mother's Day Craft to give to someone special.
Skill Builders: Mothers Day Craft
Wed, May 06, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Columbus -
Lower Level Reception Area,Meeting Room 3,Meeting Room 4,Meeting Room 5
Have fun crafting while we socialize. This month, we will be making a Mother's Day Craft to give to someone special.
Teen Film Series: AAPI Superheroes
Wed, May 06, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus -
Teen Room
6 - Shang Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings
13 - Big Hero 6
20 - Aquaman
Kids' Art Studio
Wed, May 06, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Columbus -
Children's Programming Room
Join library staff and unleash your creativity- we will provide all the supplies you need.
Bartholomew County Writer's Group
Wed, May 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Columbus -
Conference Room
Make connections, learn, and share with other area authors.
Sierra Club - Winding Waters Group
- Foraging with Clyde Myers
Wed, May 06, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Columbus -
Red Room
Clyde Myers is an author and forager from Columbus, Indiana who loves helping people rediscover the abundance growing just outside their doors.
Preschool Dance Class with Megan
- Ages 2-5
Thu, May 07, 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, May 07, 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, May 07, 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, May 07, 11:05am - 11:30am
Columbus -
Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
Easy Peasy Painting
- Folk Art Owl
Thu, May 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Eastside
Paint a bright, folk-art style Owl step-by-step in an easy-peasy session that is perfect for beginners and seasoned crafters alike.
Tween Game Time
Thu, May 07, 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, May 07, 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, May 07, 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
First Thursday Film Club
- The Devil Wears Prada
Thu, May 07, 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.
Music is Magic!
- Ages 2-5
Fri, May 08, 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.
Cuentos y Cantos con Family School Partners
- Spanish Language Storytime
Fri, May 08, 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!
Teen Art Day: Pipe Cleaner Flowers
Fri, May 08, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus -
Teen Room
We're turning simple pipe cleaners into "forever flowers." No green thumb required, just a little bit of wire-bending and a lot of creativity. All supplies provided.
Saturday Storytime
Sat, May 09, 11:00am - 11:45am
Columbus -
Red Room
Children ages 1 to 5 years and their families are invited to join us for Saturday Storytime! We will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and movement, modeling practices families can repeat at home.
Dungeons & Dragons
Sat, May 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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.
Flow Yoga
Mon, May 11, 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.
Hack Pack
- For Tweens
Mon, May 11, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus -
Red Room
Join other creative builders to make and code robots using Crunchlab's Hack Pack.
Tween Stitch Camp
- Grades 4-6
Mon, May 11, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Columbus -
Conference Room,Library Patio
Join children's library staff for another special edition Tween Stitch Camp. This month we'll be making some Batik inspired fabric prints. We'll be using hot glue and dye to create your own panel.
Family Storytime
- Ages 1-5
Mon, May 11, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Columbus -
Children's Programming Room
Join us at the library for Family Storytime!
Photography 101
Mon, May 11, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Columbus -
Conference Room
Join members of the Viewfinders Photography club to learn the basics of photography. All skill levels welcome.
Toddler Time
- Ages 1-3
Tue, May 12, 9:15am - 9:45am
Columbus -
Red Room
Join us at the library for Toddler Time!
Toddler Time
- Ages 1-3
Tue, May 12, 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, May 12, 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, May 12, 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 Crochet Camp: Beginners
Tue, May 12, 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.
Planting and Raising Tomatoes in Containers
Tue, May 12, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Hope -
Hope Branch Library
Join Cora Reinbolt of the Purdue Extension to learn about growing plants in containers. Plant a baby tomato plant in a bucket and bring it home with you to grow. All supplies are provided.
Shakespeare in the Park: The Tempest
- Live Play at The LEX
Tue, May 12, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
The LEX -
Outside Green Space
Join us for a free all-ages performance of The Tempest at The LEX!
Hope Family Crafternoon
Wed, May 13, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Hope -
Hope Library (Annex)
Join us for a family-friendly craft afternoon at the Hope Branch! All ages welcome. Supplies provided. Paint a bright, folk-art style chicken step-by-step in an easy peasy session.
Teen Film Series: AAPI Superheroes
Wed, May 13, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus -
Teen Room
6 - Shang Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings
13 - Big Hero 6
20 - Aquaman
Planting and Raising Tomatoes in Containers
Wed, May 13, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Eastside
Join Cora Reinbolt of the Purdue Extension to learn about growing plants in containers. Plant a baby tomato plant in a bucket and bring it home with you to grow. All supplies are provided.
Library Babies
- For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, May 14, 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, May 14, 10:35am - 11:00am
Columbus -
Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
Homeschool Hangout
- I.M. Pei
Thu, May 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Columbus -
Conference Room
Hey homeschoolers! Come hang out at the library, make some friends and learn something new! This month we will learn about I.M. Pei, his work (including the library) and make our own buildings!
Library Babies
- For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, May 14, 11:05am - 11:30am
Columbus -
Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
Tween Game Time
Thu, May 14, 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, May 14, 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.
Planting and Raising Tomatoes in Containers
Thu, May 14, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Columbus -
Library Plaza
Join Cora Reinbolt of the Purdue Extension to learn about growing plants in containers. Plant a baby tomato plant in a bucket and bring it home with you to grow. All supplies are provided.
This event is full
Planting and Raising Tomatoes in Containers
Thu, May 14, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Columbus -
Library Plaza
Join Cora Reinbolt of the Purdue Extension to learn about growing plants in containers. Plant a baby tomato plant in a bucket and bring it home with you to grow. All supplies are provided.
Music with Valerie
Fri, May 15, 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
Teen Finals Survival HQ
Fri, May 15, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus -
Teen Area
Finals are coming, you don't have to face them alone. We've got the essentials for a one-stop shop for studying for your exams.
Master Gardener's Plant Sale
Sat, May 16, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Columbus -
Library Plaza
Browse Master Gardener-grown plants, including natives, perennials, annuals, vegetables, herbs, and more. Expert gardeners on-site to help with selections. Proceeds support local programs.
Hooks and Needles
Sat, May 16, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Columbus -
Teen Room
The Hooks and Needles program is for all types of needle crafters to gather, create, and socialize.
Flow Yoga
Mon, May 18, 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 Puppy Petting Party
Mon, May 18, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus -
Teen Room
Destress from finals by visiting with dogs from the Bartholomew County Humane Society.
Pokemon Club
- Ages 5-12
Mon, May 18, 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!
Library Board of Trustees
Mon, May 18, 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, May 18, 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, May 18, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Columbus -
Children's Programming Room
Join us at the library for Family Storytime!
Adults Reading YA Book Club: AAPI Heritage Month
Mon, May 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Ru Yi
Celebrate AAPI Heritage month by reading any teen book written by and about Asian Americans or Pacific Islanders. Come prepared to share what you read with the group and enjoy appetizers at Ru Yi.
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Library Babies
- For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Apr 23, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus -
Red Room
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Library Babies
- For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Apr 23, 10:35am - 11:00am
Columbus -
Red Room
Registration is now closed
Library Babies
- For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Apr 23, 11:05am - 11:30am
Columbus -
Red Room
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Teen Game Day
Thu, Apr 23, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus -
Teen Room
NAMI Peer Support
Thu, Apr 23, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Columbus -
Conference Room
Stitch and Sleuth
- See How They Run (PG-13)
Thu, Apr 23, 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Columbus -
Red Room
Music is Magic!
- Ages 2-5
Fri, Apr 24, 9:15am - 10:00am
Columbus -
Children's Programming Room
Lights Up, Sound Down Movie
- Zootopia 2 (PG)
Fri, Apr 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Columbus -
Red Room
Teen Eco-Art Lab
Fri, Apr 24, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus -
Teen Room
Dungeons & Dragons
Sat, Apr 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Columbus -
Teen Room
This event is full
Library After Dark: Coast to Coast
Sat, Apr 25, 7:00pm - 9:30pm
Columbus -
Main Library
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