Substack 2.0 for Writers and Creatives

Building off our introductory Substack class, we will address monetization and branding options. You'll learn how to make your publication look more like a website, and discuss if and when to offer subscriptions. Show off your current Substack to others and get tips to ......More

Building off our introductory Substack class, we will address monetization and branding options. You'll learn how to make your publication look more like a website, and discuss if and when to offer subscriptions. Show off your current Substack to others and get tips to help set it apart.Adults and teens. Please register.

Columbia Public Library - Training Center

The Evolution of American Cemeteries

Both the materials and the symbols used in cemeteries have changed over time, reflecting the values and trends of society. Yet some burial practices are as old as the pyramids in Egypt. Bring your curiosity and questions as you learn about the past and future of America......More

Both the materials and the symbols used in cemeteries have changed over time, reflecting the values and trends of society. Yet some burial practices are as old as the pyramids in Egypt. Bring your curiosity and questions as you learn about the past and future of American cemeteries.Adults and teens, ages 10 and older welcome.

Columbia Public Library - Friends Room

Drop-in Genealogy Help

Drop in for help with researching your family history.Adults.

Columbia Public Library - Training Center

Preschool Story Time

Join library staff for rhymes, songs, stories and fun.Ages 2½ (30 mos.) to 5 years with an adult.

Columbia Public Library - Children's Program Room

Preschool Story Time

Join library staff for rhymes, songs, stories and fun.Ages 2½ (30 mos.) to 5 years with an adult.

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.

Columbia Public Library - Training Center

Socrates Café

What, in moral terms, do we owe to strangers? Must science and religion inevitably be opponents? Is widespread human happiness possible? Join us to think through, examine and discuss philosophical questions in the spirit of Christopher Phillips book "Socrates Café." No ......More

What, in moral terms, do we owe to strangers? Must science and religion inevitably be opponents? Is widespread human happiness possible? Join us to think through, examine and discuss philosophical questions in the spirit of Christopher Phillips book "Socrates Café." No preparation is required; just come with questions and an open mind.Adults.

Columbia Public Library - Conference Room B

Sensory-Friendly Story Time

Enjoy a story time for children with low sensory needs. We'll offer a comfortable, positive environment with soft lighting, music, stories and additional time for exploration and transitions.Ages 3-6 and caregivers. Please register.

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

Missouri Job Center Walk-In Wednesday Hiring Event

Are you looking for work or thinking of changing careers? Then mark your calendar and plan to attend this job fair. Bring your current résumé and dress for success. Eight to twelve employers are expected to be in attendance recruiting for various positions.Adults.

Columbia Public Library - Friends Room

Read Harder Challenge Check-in

Gather with other readers who are taking on this reading challenge. Discuss which reading tasks you've completed and get inspiration for those tasks you may be stuck on.Adults.

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

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

Author Talk With Steven Watts

Please join Dr. Steven Watts, University of Missouri Professor Emeritus in American History, for a discussion of his newest biography, "Citizen Cowboy: Will Rogers and the American People." Following the presentation, books will be available for purchase and signing fro......More

Please join Dr. Steven Watts, University of Missouri Professor Emeritus in American History, for a discussion of his newest biography, "Citizen Cowboy: Will Rogers and the American People." Following the presentation, books will be available for purchase and signing from Skylark Books.

Columbia Public Library - Friends Room

American Red Cross Blood Drive

To donate, bring your photo ID. You should feel well the day of donation and have plenty to eat and drink. Make an appointment: www.redcrossblood.org. Donors must be age 17 or older and weigh at least 110 lbs.

Columbia Public Library - Friends 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.

Columbia Public Library - Training Center

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

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.

Columbia Public Library - Training Center

Chess: Play & Learn

Come enjoy one of the worlds oldest games with other enthusiasts. You can play face-to-face with those of varying skill levels. Those new to the game can ask questions and get advice from more experienced players.Players of all ages and experience levels are welcome.

Columbia Public Library - Children's Program Room

Chess: Play & Learn

Come enjoy one of the worlds oldest games with other enthusiasts. You can play face-to-face with those of varying skill levels. Those new to the game can ask questions and get advice from more experienced players.Players of all ages and experience levels are welcome.

Columbia Public Library - Children's Program 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

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.

Columbia Public Library - Training Center

"Snack Time at the Zoo"

As Mark Anderson reads his delightful new book, you'll meet Stanley, a jolly and joyful zoo employee with a passion for serving silly snacks to all his funny animal friends. Filled with humor and heart, this book encourages kids to follow Stanleys example of being kind ......More

As Mark Anderson reads his delightful new book, you'll meet Stanley, a jolly and joyful zoo employee with a passion for serving silly snacks to all his funny animal friends. Filled with humor and heart, this book encourages kids to follow Stanleys example of being kind and helpful to others. Following the reading, books will be available for purchase and signing.Families, ages 3 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

Dance Through the Pages

Explore the joy of reading as you dance your way through Lewis Carroll's "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland" led by the professional dancers of Mareck Dance. This interactive program will feature a short dance class for audience members along with a preview performance f......More

Explore the joy of reading as you dance your way through Lewis Carroll's "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland" led by the professional dancers of Mareck Dance. This interactive program will feature a short dance class for audience members along with a preview performance from Mareck Dance's upcoming production at the Missouri Theater.Families, ages 5 and older.

Columbia Public Library - Friends Room