Canva Basics

Canva is a powerful online tool that can help you design social media posts, presentations, posters, videos, logos and more. The projects you start on one computer can be accessed online anywhere in the world. We'll help you create a free account and get started.Adults ......More

Canva is a powerful online tool that can help you design social media posts, presentations, posters, videos, logos and more. The projects you start on one computer can be accessed online anywhere in the world. We'll help you create a free account and get started.Adults and teens. Please register starting March 9.

Columbia Public Library - Training Center

Poetry Prints

Celebrate National Poetry Month and the arrival of spring! Learn how to make stunning, yet simple botanical prints using flowers and other spring ephemerals, then craft poems inspired by the plants. Ages 8-12. Registration not required, but space is limited.

Columbia Public Library - Children's Program Room

Poetry Prints

Celebrate National Poetry Month and the arrival of spring! Learn how to make stunning, yet simple botanical prints using flowers and other spring ephemerals, then craft poems inspired by the plants. Ages 8-12. Registration not required, but space is limited.

Columbia Public Library - Children's Program Room

Brick Builders

Unleash your creativity with LEGO bricks.Ages 5 and older.

Columbia Public Library - Children's Program Room

DIY Digital Archiving Lab

Bring your photos, documents, artwork, slides and negatives to this weekly session to digitize them using our up-to-date scanning equipment.* Orientation to the equipment and assistance from staff is available during this lab time. Adults and teens. Registration for Mar......More

Bring your photos, documents, artwork, slides and negatives to this weekly session to digitize them using our up-to-date scanning equipment.* Orientation to the equipment and assistance from staff is available during this lab time. Adults and teens. Registration for March sessions begins February 23, one person per session.

Columbia Public Library - Training Center

DIY Digital Archiving Lab

Bring your photos, documents, artwork, slides and negatives to this weekly session to digitize them using our up-to-date scanning equipment.* Orientation to the equipment and assistance from staff is available during this lab time. Adults and teens. Registration for Mar......More

Bring your photos, documents, artwork, slides and negatives to this weekly session to digitize them using our up-to-date scanning equipment.* Orientation to the equipment and assistance from staff is available during this lab time. Adults and teens. Registration for March sessions begins February 23, one person per session.

Columbia Public Library - Training Center

Device Advice and Tech Help Drop-in

Visit our computer lab to enhance your technology skills. Library trainers can help you with the basic functions of your Windows, Chrome, Android or Apple laptop or device. You can also use self-paced tutorials to work on keyboarding skills. Staff are unable to troubles......More

Visit our computer lab to enhance your technology skills. Library trainers can help you with the basic functions of your Windows, Chrome, Android or Apple laptop or device. You can also use self-paced tutorials to work on keyboarding skills. Staff are unable to troubleshoot or repair malfunctioning equipment. Adults & teens.

Columbia Public Library - Training Center

Brick Builders

Unleash your creativity with LEGO bricks.Ages 5 and older.

Columbia Public Library - Children's Program Room

Brick Builders

Unleash your creativity with LEGO bricks.Ages 5 and older.

Columbia Public Library - Children's Program Room

"The Inquisitor"

Enjoy a free screening of "The Inquisitor," a documentary film exploring the life and legacy of Barbara Jordan, the first Southern Black congresswoman, whose sharp intellect and moral clarity transformed U.S. politics. Directed by Angela Tucker and shown in partnership ......More

Enjoy a free screening of "The Inquisitor," a documentary film exploring the life and legacy of Barbara Jordan, the first Southern Black congresswoman, whose sharp intellect and moral clarity transformed U.S. politics. Directed by Angela Tucker and shown in partnership with PBS station KMOS. (95 min., not rated)Adults and teens.

Columbia Public Library - Friends Room

Silent Book Club

Join the most casual book club in town there's no required reading! B.Y.O.B. (bring your own book, that is), and enjoy conversations with other book lovers and one whole hour of silent reading.Adults.

Columbia Public Library - Quiet Reading Room

Brick Builders

Unleash your creativity with LEGO bricks.Ages 5 and older.

Columbia Public Library - Children's Program Room

Friends of the Columbia Public Library Lobby Book Sale

The Friends hold semiweekly sales in the library lobby. Shop every Wednesday and Saturday noon-3 p.m. Cash or checks only. All proceeds support library services.

Columbia Public Library - Lobby

Theater Physicality Workshop

Come learn the basics of theater physicality. Well work on acting skills like facial expressions, movement and beginning fight choreography. Wear comfortable clothes! Ages 12-18.

Columbia Public Library - Friends Room

Marty Hahne, the Reading Magician

Marty Hahne brings high-energy dino magic to our libraries for spring break. Packed with dinosaur-themed magic, big laughs and lots of audience participation, this interactive show will delight kids and parents while sparking excitement about books and reading. Families......More

Marty Hahne brings high-energy dino magic to our libraries for spring break. Packed with dinosaur-themed magic, big laughs and lots of audience participation, this interactive show will delight kids and parents while sparking excitement about books and reading. Families, suggested for ages 4-12.

Columbia Public Library - Children's Program Room

Marty Hahne, the Reading Magician

Marty Hahne brings high-energy dino magic to our libraries for spring break. Packed with dinosaur-themed magic, big laughs and lots of audience participation, this interactive show will delight while sparking excitement about books and reading. This session is for adult......More

Marty Hahne brings high-energy dino magic to our libraries for spring break. Packed with dinosaur-themed magic, big laughs and lots of audience participation, this interactive show will delight while sparking excitement about books and reading. This session is for adults with a caregiver.

Columbia Public Library - Children's Program Room

Marty Hahne, the Reading Magician

Marty Hahne brings high-energy dino magic to our libraries for spring break. Packed with dinosaur-themed magic, big laughs and lots of audience participation, this interactive show will delight kids and parents while sparking excitement about books and reading. Families......More

Marty Hahne brings high-energy dino magic to our libraries for spring break. Packed with dinosaur-themed magic, big laughs and lots of audience participation, this interactive show will delight kids and parents while sparking excitement about books and reading. Families, suggested for ages 4-12.

Columbia Public Library - Children's Program Room

Marty Hahne, the Reading Magician

Marty Hahne brings high-energy dino magic to our libraries for spring break. Packed with dinosaur-themed magic, big laughs and lots of audience participation, this interactive show will delight kids and parents while sparking excitement about books and reading. Families......More

Marty Hahne brings high-energy dino magic to our libraries for spring break. Packed with dinosaur-themed magic, big laughs and lots of audience participation, this interactive show will delight kids and parents while sparking excitement about books and reading. Families, suggested for ages 4-12.

Columbia Public Library - Children's Program Room

Journal-Making With Recycled Books

Journaling is a great way to organize your life, work through feelings, manage stress and much more. It's even more fun when you use a journal you love. Come make a personalized journal using recycled book covers. Create a journal that fits your style or build one that ......More

Journaling is a great way to organize your life, work through feelings, manage stress and much more. It's even more fun when you use a journal you love. Come make a personalized journal using recycled book covers. Create a journal that fits your style or build one that will make a perfect gift. All supplies provided.Adults and teens. Please register.

Columbia Public Library - Friends Room

Coding Unplugged

Explore the fundamentals of computer programming without actually using computers! We will playfully learn coding basics while maneuvering through mazes, using tech toys and more!Ages 5-9.

Columbia Public Library - Children's Program Room

Coding Unplugged

Explore the fundamentals of computer programming without actually using computers! We will playfully learn coding basics while maneuvering through mazes, using tech toys and more!Ages 5-9.

Columbia Public Library - Children's Program Room

Device Advice and Tech Help Drop-in

Visit our computer lab to enhance your technology skills. Library trainers can help you with the basic functions of your Windows, Chrome, Android or Apple laptop or device. You can also use self-paced tutorials to work on keyboarding skills. Staff are unable to troubles......More

Visit our computer lab to enhance your technology skills. Library trainers can help you with the basic functions of your Windows, Chrome, Android or Apple laptop or device. You can also use self-paced tutorials to work on keyboarding skills. Staff are unable to troubleshoot or repair malfunctioning equipment. Adults & teens.

Columbia Public Library - Training Center

After Hours Open Mic Night

Join us for an evening of artistic expression at this after-hours event, whether you have something to share or just prefer to listen. Refreshments provided. Doors open at 6:45 p.m. Please arrive by 7:15 p.m.All music-makers and poets welcome, high school age to adults.......More

Join us for an evening of artistic expression at this after-hours event, whether you have something to share or just prefer to listen. Refreshments provided. Doors open at 6:45 p.m. Please arrive by 7:15 p.m.All music-makers and poets welcome, high school age to adults. To perform, please register.

Columbia Public Library - Quiet Reading Room

Friends of the Columbia Public Library Lobby Book Sale

The Friends hold semiweekly sales in the library lobby. Shop every Wednesday and Saturday noon-3 p.m. Cash or checks only. All proceeds support library services.

Columbia Public Library - Lobby

Baby Story Time

For the tiniest library patrons, join us for rhymes, songs, stories and fun.Ages birth to 12 months with an adult.

Columbia Public Library - Children's Program Room

Introduction to Bottleneck Slide Guitar With Chris Vallillo

Get a hands-on introduction to bottleneck slide guitar from roots musician Chris Vallillo. You'll learn open tunings, slide setup, basic techniques and a slide version of "Amazing Grace." Participants will receive a hand-cut bottleneck slide. Fingerpicking experience is......More

Get a hands-on introduction to bottleneck slide guitar from roots musician Chris Vallillo. You'll learn open tunings, slide setup, basic techniques and a slide version of "Amazing Grace." Participants will receive a hand-cut bottleneck slide. Fingerpicking experience is helpful, but not required. Adults, beginner to intermediate players. Bring your guitar. Please register.

Columbia Public Library - Friends Room

The Power of Song in Democracy With Chris Vallillo

Chris Vallillo celebrates Americas 250th anniversary by exploring how music has shaped public opinion and social change from the Revolutionary War to modern protest songs. Through familiar and lesser-known songs, Vallillo shares the stories behind the music that helped ......More

Chris Vallillo celebrates Americas 250th anniversary by exploring how music has shaped public opinion and social change from the Revolutionary War to modern protest songs. Through familiar and lesser-known songs, Vallillo shares the stories behind the music that helped shape our nation.Adults and teens.

Columbia Public Library - Friends Room

Discovery Time

Meet other parents and children, read to your child and get ideas for activities you can do at home to develop learning skills.Ages 5 and younger with parent.

Columbia Public Library - Children's Program Room

Discovery Time

Meet other parents and children, read to your child and get ideas for activities you can do at home to develop learning skills.Ages 5 and younger with parent.

Columbia Public Library - Children's Program Room

DIY Digital Archiving Lab

Bring your photos, documents, artwork, slides and negatives to this weekly session to digitize them using our up-to-date scanning equipment.* Orientation to the equipment and assistance from staff is available during this lab time. Adults and teens. Registration for Mar......More

Bring your photos, documents, artwork, slides and negatives to this weekly session to digitize them using our up-to-date scanning equipment.* Orientation to the equipment and assistance from staff is available during this lab time. Adults and teens. Registration for March sessions begins February 23, one person per session.

Columbia Public Library - Training Center

DIY Digital Archiving Lab

Bring your photos, documents, artwork, slides and negatives to this weekly session to digitize them using our up-to-date scanning equipment.* Orientation to the equipment and assistance from staff is available during this lab time. Adults and teens. Registration for Mar......More

Bring your photos, documents, artwork, slides and negatives to this weekly session to digitize them using our up-to-date scanning equipment.* Orientation to the equipment and assistance from staff is available during this lab time. Adults and teens. Registration for March sessions begins February 23, one person per session.

Columbia Public Library - Training Center

Device Advice and Tech Help Drop-in

Visit our computer lab to enhance your technology skills. Library trainers can help you with the basic functions of your Windows, Chrome, Android or Apple laptop or device. You can also use self-paced tutorials to work on keyboarding skills. Staff are unable to troubles......More

Visit our computer lab to enhance your technology skills. Library trainers can help you with the basic functions of your Windows, Chrome, Android or Apple laptop or device. You can also use self-paced tutorials to work on keyboarding skills. Staff are unable to troubleshoot or repair malfunctioning equipment. Adults & teens.

Columbia Public Library - Training Center

Discovery Time

Meet other parents and children, read to your child and get ideas for activities you can do at home to develop learning skills.Ages 5 and younger with parent.

Columbia Public Library - Children's Program Room