Puzzle Palooza

Let's have a puzzle party! Puzzles can help little ones with fine motor skills, spatial awareness, and problem solving.

1160 E SR 205, P.O. Box 406, Columbia City, IN, 46725, US

Edgy Art- Woodburning

Welcome to Edgy Art! In this program we will be attempting some 3D art with a neat woodburn design. Supplies are limited to the first 8 people and participants will be paired up.Participants must be 18 years or olderThis event is free and does not require a library ca......More

Welcome to Edgy Art! In this program we will be attempting some 3D art with a neat woodburn design. Supplies are limited to the first 8 people and participants will be paired up.Participants must be 18 years or olderThis event is free and does not require a library card to attend

1160 E SR 205, P.O. Box 406, Columbia City, IN, 46725, US

Teen Tuesday - Bookflix

A teen run book club where you get to keep the book! This month we'll discuss "Faint of Heart" by Kerilynn Wilson.We'll pass out the next book, "Mystery Royale" by Kaitlyn Cavalancia.

1160 E SR 205, P.O. Box 406, Columbia City, IN, 46725, US

Before 5

Before 5 is an organization that provides information and support for healthy brain development in children ages birth to five years.

1160 E SR 205, P.O. Box 406, Columbia City, IN, 46725, US

Brush With Madness-Primitive Barnyard

No registration requiredâSpace is limited to the first 15 participants, so come early to secure your spot! Doors will open at 5:25 p.m.Join us for a cozy painting session where weâll create a charming primitive-style scene featuring a rustic barn, a graceful willow tree......More

No registration requiredâSpace is limited to the first 15 participants, so come early to secure your spot! Doors will open at 5:25 p.m.Join us for a cozy painting session where weâll create a charming primitive-style scene featuring a rustic barn, a graceful willow tree, and a sweet little sheep. This class is for all skill levelsâeven if youâre brand new to painting! You will be guided step-by-step as we layer simple shapes, soft colors, and folk-art details to bring this peaceful country scene to life. Add as much or as little detail as you like. You'll be encourage to make it your own masterpiece!

1160 E SR 205, P.O. Box 406, Columbia City, IN, 46725, US

Toddler Storytime

Join us for toddler storytime where we will read books, sing songs, do rhymes, and just have fun! Parent participation is recommended. This storytime is best suited for ages 18months-5years.

1160 E SR 205, P.O. Box 406, Columbia City, IN, 46725, US

STEM Challenge: Earth Day Experiments

STEM: Science, Technology, Engineering, Math. Join us for this challenging look into the STEM world. Every month will feature a new activity featured around one of the components of STEM. This program is intended for elementary aged children.

1160 E SR 205, P.O. Box 406, Columbia City, IN, 46725, US

Amateur Crafts with Angie: T-Shirt bag

We will be making a no-sew T-Shirt bag!  Bring your favorite old T-shirt that you don't wear, but don't want to throw away. We will make a reusable bag out of it. This event is open to the first 20 participants.This is a free event. You must provide your own T-shirt.Â......More

We will be making a no-sew T-Shirt bag!  Bring your favorite old T-shirt that you don't wear, but don't want to throw away. We will make a reusable bag out of it. This event is open to the first 20 participants.This is a free event. You must provide your own T-shirt. Questions?  Please call the library at 260-244-5541

1160 E SR 205, P.O. Box 406, Columbia City, IN, 46725, US

Baby Story Time

Join us in a storytime specially curated for kiddos under 18months old. We will read stories together, sing songs, and do rhymes! Parent participation is required.

1160 E SR 205, P.O. Box 406, Columbia City, IN, 46725, US

Toddler Storytime

Join us for toddler storytime where we will read books, sing songs, do rhymes, and just have fun! Parent participation is recommended. This storytime is best suited for ages 18months-5years.

1160 E SR 205, P.O. Box 406, Columbia City, IN, 46725, US

TRASH CAN POTATOES

Come get your hands dirty and your thumbs green!Together, we're planting potato seeds in trash cans for our community garden! This program is free to attend and does NOT require a library card.

1160 E SR 205, P.O. Box 406, Columbia City, IN, 46725, US

Bored? Let's Board!

Bring the whole family for an afternoon of friendly competition and fun! Join us at the library to explore our collection of classic and modern board games! Families can play old favorites or try something new together while meeting other local gamers. Itâs the perfect......More

Bring the whole family for an afternoon of friendly competition and fun! Join us at the library to explore our collection of classic and modern board games! Families can play old favorites or try something new together while meeting other local gamers. Itâs the perfect way to spend time together, laugh, and sharpen your strategic thinking, no screens required! Just bring your game face and your love of play!

1160 E SR 205, P.O. Box 406, Columbia City, IN, 46725, US

Pine Wood Derby Race Day

Rev your engines! Weâre calling all dads (and grandpas, uncles, or mentors) and their pit crew for a Pine Wood Derby challenge. From a simple block of wood to a high-speed racer, youâll work together to design your very own car to race for the top spot!  Pick up a ......More

Rev your engines! Weâre calling all dads (and grandpas, uncles, or mentors) and their pit crew for a Pine Wood Derby challenge. From a simple block of wood to a high-speed racer, youâll work together to design your very own car to race for the top spot!  Pick up a kit in the Children's Department any time after March 28th to build your dream car at home or come to our Derby Race Build Day on April 4th to use our tools and supplies.  As always, all library events are free, and no library card is required to attend!

1160 E SR 205, P.O. Box 406, Columbia City, IN, 46725, US

Master Gardener Series

Prairie Roots & Compost Boots: Gardening for a Greener IndianaWith Randi Engelhardt and Linda FurgeCelebrate Earth Month with Master Gardeners by discovering how you can help restore Indianaâs endangered prairie ecosystems while turning everyday waste into garden gold t......More

Prairie Roots & Compost Boots: Gardening for a Greener IndianaWith Randi Engelhardt and Linda FurgeCelebrate Earth Month with Master Gardeners by discovering how you can help restore Indianaâs endangered prairie ecosystems while turning everyday waste into garden gold through composting.This event is free and does NOT require a library card to attend

1160 E SR 205, P.O. Box 406, Columbia City, IN, 46725, US

Baby Story Time

Join us in a storytime specially curated for kiddos under 18months old. We will read stories together, sing songs, and do rhymes! Parent participation is required.

1160 E SR 205, P.O. Box 406, Columbia City, IN, 46725, US

Crafting Connections

Bring your project and your personalityâwhether you knit, crochet, embroider, cross stitch, or just like to keep your hands busy. This is a relaxed, no-pressure time to craft, and socialize for an hour and a half. Come for the crafting, stay for the conversation, and le......More

Bring your project and your personalityâwhether you knit, crochet, embroider, cross stitch, or just like to keep your hands busy. This is a relaxed, no-pressure time to craft, and socialize for an hour and a half. Come for the crafting, stay for the conversation, and leave with a little more progress on your project (and maybe a new friend or two). All skill levels welcomeâbecause itâs less about perfection and more about enjoying the time together.

1160 E SR 205, P.O. Box 406, Columbia City, IN, 46725, US

Homeschool Happenings - Careers

What does a childrenâs librarian really do? Find out in this homeschool program exploring the career of a Childrenâs Librarian! Learn about books, programs, and the many ways librarians help kids and families every day.

1160 E SR 205, P.O. Box 406, Columbia City, IN, 46725, US

Exploration Station

Attention toddlers! Get ready to build, color, create, and play with different activities. We will be exploring different ways to build important developmental skills through play with a specific theme each month.  This program is a drop-in event that your child can e......More

Attention toddlers! Get ready to build, color, create, and play with different activities. We will be exploring different ways to build important developmental skills through play with a specific theme each month.  This program is a drop-in event that your child can explore at their own pace.

1160 E SR 205, P.O. Box 406, Columbia City, IN, 46725, US

A Novel Idea

"A reader lives a thousand lives before he dies...The man who never reads lives only one." - George R.R. Martin Join us on the second Tuesday of every month at 11:00 am for a librarian-led discussion of fiction works, as well as anoccasional biography or work of nonfic......More

"A reader lives a thousand lives before he dies...The man who never reads lives only one." - George R.R. Martin Join us on the second Tuesday of every month at 11:00 am for a librarian-led discussion of fiction works, as well as anoccasional biography or work of nonfiction.  This month, we are discussing "Yellowface" by R.F. Kuang.Copies of the book will be available on the hold shelf. Please stop by the Information Desk or call 260-244-5541 for more information.

1160 E SR 205, P.O. Box 406, Columbia City, IN, 46725, US

Teen Tuesday - Quirky Crafts

Calling all creative teens! đ¨ Join us for Teen Tuesday: Quirky Crafts, a fun and relaxed craft session just for teens. This month, weâre making button art!Whether you're crafty or just curious, this is a great way to hang out, make something fun, and maybe even find a ......More

Calling all creative teens! đ¨ Join us for Teen Tuesday: Quirky Crafts, a fun and relaxed craft session just for teens. This month, weâre making button art!Whether you're crafty or just curious, this is a great way to hang out, make something fun, and maybe even find a new hobby. All materials are providedâjust bring your imagination (and maybe a friend or two)!

1160 E SR 205, P.O. Box 406, Columbia City, IN, 46725, US

Family Game Night

Bring out the entire family for this awesome game night!We will have various board games laid out for your family to enjoy and play.

1160 E SR 205, P.O. Box 406, Columbia City, IN, 46725, US

Toddler Storytime

Join us for toddler storytime where we will read books, sing songs, do rhymes, and just have fun! Parent participation is recommended. This storytime is best suited for ages 18months-5years.

1160 E SR 205, P.O. Box 406, Columbia City, IN, 46725, US

Junior Detectives: Uncovering Magic Coins

Become a top-notch sleuth! Inspired by favorite mystery books, kids will dive into the world of detection with hands-on activities and experiments. Get ready to solve the case and become an Ultimate Junior Detective! After each session participants will also get to go ......More

Become a top-notch sleuth! Inspired by favorite mystery books, kids will dive into the world of detection with hands-on activities and experiments. Get ready to solve the case and become an Ultimate Junior Detective! After each session participants will also get to go home with their own copy of the mystery book we discussed.  As always, all events are free and no library card is required to attend.

1160 E SR 205, P.O. Box 406, Columbia City, IN, 46725, US

Medicare 101

Come and learn the basics of Medicare with Gregg Palmer.   This is a free event and no library card is required.

1160 E SR 205, P.O. Box 406, Columbia City, IN, 46725, US

Baby Story Time

Join us in a storytime specially curated for kiddos under 18months old. We will read stories together, sing songs, and do rhymes! Parent participation is required.

1160 E SR 205, P.O. Box 406, Columbia City, IN, 46725, US

Toddler Storytime

Join us for toddler storytime where we will read books, sing songs, do rhymes, and just have fun! Parent participation is recommended. This storytime is best suited for ages 18months-5years.

1160 E SR 205, P.O. Box 406, Columbia City, IN, 46725, US

Inventor's Workshop

Create, make, invent, and problem solve using everyday materials and craft supplies in this drop-in event. Let your imaginations run wild! Each month there will be a new invention that needs to be created to solve a problem. What will you invent?

1160 E SR 205, P.O. Box 406, Columbia City, IN, 46725, US