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  • Beyond Recycling

    Since the tornado hit the Columbia Municipal Recycling Center in April, the laundry room in our house, which is where we collect our recyclables, looks a lot like the tornado hit it, too. It has our whole family thinking more about how to reduce waste streams in our house. If you are also struggling to … Read more

    AdultsPosted July 15
    by MaggieM
  • Literary Links: Permaculture, Green Living & Eco-Friendly Living Spaces

    As the days grow hot and sunny, many of us find ourselves out in our green spaces, tending to gardens, watering and mowing lawns and enjoying time out in our carefully curated slices of nature. But science tells us that each year there are fewer buzzing bees, glowing fireflies and blooming wildflowers than before. Plus, … Read more

    AdultsPosted July 14
    by David Litherland
  • Older and Bolder: Fiction

    In the past few years I’ve noticed more books with lead characters who have several decades of living under their belts. Perhaps publishers have come to realize that a good chunk of their audience is comprised of older adults who would like to see themselves represented in stories and another segment contains readers who want … Read more

    AdultsPosted July 11
    by Ida
  • August First Thursday Book Discussion: Adventures in the Louvre

    Join staff and community members for next First Thursday Book Discussion at noon on August 7 in the Columbia Public Library to talk about “Adventures in the Louvre: How to Fall in Love With the World’s Greatest Museum.” The title sounds like it could be the next hot mystery from Dan Brown, à la “The … Read more

    AdultsPosted July 9
    by MaggieM
  • 10 Years of Cosplay @ DBRL

    This year marks our 10th CosPlay Con program. Join us on Monday, July 28 from 6-8 pm at the Columbia Public Library! Dress up as your favorite character, be it superhero, anime, sci-fi or your own original persona. We’ll award prizes for the best costumes and characterization in different age categories, so be ready to … Read more

    TeensPosted July 9
    by Megan
  • Nonfiction Roundup: July 2025

    Below I’m highlighting some nonfiction books coming out in July. All of the mentioned titles are available to put on hold in our catalog and will also be made available via the library’s Overdrive website on the day of publication in eBook and downloadable audiobook format (as available). For a more extensive list of new nonfiction books coming out this … Read more

    AdultsPosted July 7
    by Liz
  • Brianna’s Books: July Favorites 2025

    Do you need a book to read under a shady tree this summer? Or under a shady…air conditioner vent? No judgment! Either way, try one of these new books. My unofficial theme this month is siblings, so maybe share that perfect reading spot with a sibling—or at least share a favorite book if you both … Read more

    KidsPosted July 7
    by Brianna
  • Reader Review: First-Time Caller

    “First-Time Caller” is about a radio host and a caller — how they meet and fall in love. ❤️ The radio excerpts throughout THE LIST!!!! A gasp at the last few chapters especially at “Long time listener, first time caller” Chosen & found family — blended family Maya’s line “You don’t have to be alone … Read more

    AdultsPosted July 2
    by patron reviewer

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