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

Career Spotlight

This will be a special storytime featuring a community helper, this month we will have Mayor Ryan Daniel. He will read a book, then we will have an activity to better understand what a mayor does, at the end there will be time for questions for Mayor Daniel!

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

Tasty Techniques: Air Fryer Omelets

With instructor Brittney Schori from Purdue University's Whitley County Extension office, come work in groups and make your own tasty air fryer omelet while learning about food groups/nutrition! Children and families welcome. Children nine years or younger MUST be accom......More

With instructor Brittney Schori from Purdue University's Whitley County Extension office, come work in groups and make your own tasty air fryer omelet while learning about food groups/nutrition! Children and families welcome. Children nine years or younger MUST be accompanied by an adult.

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

Book Bingo

Kids of all ages are welcome to come out to Book Bingo!!Get a bingo, win a book; it's as simple as that!

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

Summer Kick Off - Story Time

Join us as we kick off summer with this whole day dedicated to Summer Fun! Story time will take place from 10:30am-11:00am, a petting farm from 11:00am-12:00pm, and a bubble dance party from 12:00-1:00.

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

Summer Kick Off - Petting Farm

Join us as we kick off summer with this whole day dedicated to Summer Fun! Story time will take place from 10:30am-11:00am, a petting farm from 11:00am-12:00pm, and a bubble dance party from 12:00-1:00.

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

Summer Kick Off - Bubble Dance Party

Join us as we kick off summer with this whole day dedicated to Summer Fun! Story time will take place from 10:30am-11:00am, a petting farm from 11:00am-12:00pm, and a bubble dance party from 12:00-1:00.

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

Peabody in Motion Walking Club

Want to stretch your mind and your legs at the library? Would you like to get outside and get some exercise? Would you like to meet new people or have adult conversations with other adults? If you answered yes to any of these questions, we have your answer! Join Peabody......More

Want to stretch your mind and your legs at the library? Would you like to get outside and get some exercise? Would you like to meet new people or have adult conversations with other adults? If you answered yes to any of these questions, we have your answer! Join Peabody in Motion Walking Club. We meet every Monday morning @ 9:15. After a quick warm-up and stretch, we will enjoy a 45 minute walk together. We will be walking various routes together through Morsches Park, Blue River Trail and the Wetlands. Participants are encouraged to keep track of the distances they walk each week, and to set personal goals. Come and enjoy some warm weather fun alone or with a friend!

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

Embroiderers' Guild of America - Ft. Wayne Chapter

Peabody Public Library is happy to host the Fort Wayne chapter of the Embroiderers' Guild of America for this special meeting. Anybody is welcome to stop in and join guild members in stitchery and good conversation.

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

Weaving Workshop

Enjoy learning to weave using straws and yarn to create a bracelet or bookmark.

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

Craftastrophe- Bee House

Welcome to Craftastrophe! At Craftastrophe, we value fun and experimentation over perfection. This month we are making Bee Houses!

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

Yoga Flow with Julie

Welcome to Awaken Yoga with Julie! Please wear comfortable and breathable clothing, and your own yoga mat (we will try to have a few extra on hand for beginners who want to give yoga a try for the first time). Don't forget to bring a bottle of water for yourself, too! T......More

Welcome to Awaken Yoga with Julie! Please wear comfortable and breathable clothing, and your own yoga mat (we will try to have a few extra on hand for beginners who want to give yoga a try for the first time). Don't forget to bring a bottle of water for yourself, too! The course will be taught to all levels. Beginners through advanced practitioners are welcome! This course is taught by certified Yoga Instructor Julie Lazerwitz.A course fee of $10 will be charged at the beginning of the class, or five classes for $40. Registration is required.

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

Play Date

Children & parents can participate in fun activities while interacting with others.

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

American Red Cross Blood Drive

You can sign up for an appointment at www.redcrossblood.org or use the direct link to our library's blood drive's here: https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=pplcc  You can also call to make an appointment at 1-800-733-2767....More

You can sign up for an appointment at www.redcrossblood.org or use the direct link to our library's blood drive's here: https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=pplcc  You can also call to make an appointment at 1-800-733-2767.

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

Teen Tuesday - Bookflix

Come hang out with Emily while we discuss & answer questions about this months book, "The Memory Thief" by Lauren Mansy.We will also be passing out our next book, "Soul Surfer" by Bethany Hamilton.

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

A Brush With Madness Painting Class

This month we will be painting a fun landscape with grass and fireflies to start off summer!

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

Awaken Yoga with Julie

Welcome to Awaken Yoga with Julie! Please wear comfortable and breathable clothing, and your own yoga mat (we will try to have a few extra on hand for beginners who want to give yoga a try for the first time). Don't forget to bring a bottle of water for yourself, too! T......More

Welcome to Awaken Yoga with Julie! Please wear comfortable and breathable clothing, and your own yoga mat (we will try to have a few extra on hand for beginners who want to give yoga a try for the first time). Don't forget to bring a bottle of water for yourself, too! The course will be taught to all levels. Beginners through advanced practitioners are welcome! This course is taught by certified Yoga Instructor Julie Lazerwitz.A course fee of $10 will be charged at the beginning of the class, or five classes for $40. Registration is required.

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

Jedi Training

Do you have what it takes to become a Jedi? This program will help you with channeling the Force, learning light saber moves, and more! You may even get to test your skills against a Sith lord! This program is presented to by TAG Art Company.

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

Floral Arranging with Nani Floral & Gifts

Help us kick off the first week of Summer Learning for Adults with flower arranging! Nani Flora & Gifts is here to teach us how to arrange exotic flowers. Please bring your own favorite medium-size vase to the program. If you don't have a vase, please let us know ahead ......More

Help us kick off the first week of Summer Learning for Adults with flower arranging! Nani Flora & Gifts is here to teach us how to arrange exotic flowers. Please bring your own favorite medium-size vase to the program. If you don't have a vase, please let us know ahead of time so that our presenter can have one available for you to purchase. Flowers and other supplies will be provided.

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

Paperback Writers

Paperback Writers is a creative writing group for people writing original work, irrespective of genre. Welcome to Paperback Writers. This is group for adult writers (ages 18 and up).

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

Tiny Art Show

Get messy and create a mini masterpiece at the library! If you would like to be included in the art show, your artwork will be displayed in the library throughout the month of June in the Youth Services Department.

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

Extreme Lego Challenge

Do you have what it takes to become an Ultimate LEGO Builder?Join us each month where there will be a new challenge on what you can build with LEGOs!

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

Mural of the Month

Collaborative art projects are a fantastic way to bring people together, foster creativity, and beautify community spaces. Help us decorate our windows in the Youth Services Department each month to help brighten up the library. This is an all day drop-in program design......More

Collaborative art projects are a fantastic way to bring people together, foster creativity, and beautify community spaces. Help us decorate our windows in the Youth Services Department each month to help brighten up the library. This is an all day drop-in program designed for kids of all ages.This month's mural is inspired by pollinators and flowers!

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

Rainbow Alchemy Watercolor: Art Unraveled

Welcome to a very special Art Unraveled!Beth Wright of Rainbow Alchemy is joining us to talk about making custom watercolors during the first hour of today's event. After her talk, we will break for lunch. Participants are welcome to join us here at the library for pizz......More

Welcome to a very special Art Unraveled!Beth Wright of Rainbow Alchemy is joining us to talk about making custom watercolors during the first hour of today's event. After her talk, we will break for lunch. Participants are welcome to join us here at the library for pizza or they can leave during the break. After the break, Beth will lead participants through painting watercolor greeting cards. You won't want to miss this!This program is made possible in part by Arts United of Greater Fort Wayne and the Indiana Arts Commission, which receives support from the State of Indiana and the National Endowment for the Arts.

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