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Catalog: Books & Media (16)
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Start your Own Business
PaperbackMy Nest Isn't Empty, It Just Has More Closet Space
The Amazing Adventure of An Ordinary Woman
Scottoline, Lisa
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Library Services, Blogs & More (67)
Celebrate National Pencil Day
Finding Your Joy in Winter
Brianna’s Books: September Favorites 2021
How to Hygge With Young Children
When It’s Time to Move
Travel Through Story: The Midwest
It’s Fall, Y’all: Fall Programs for Kids
Play As Learning Bags
Basketball Is for Everyone
Library Events & Classes (20+)
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New Salem Cemetery Tour
Monday, May 20 › 6-7:30 pm
New Salem Cemetery, 12721 South Highway 63, Ashland
Join us for a walking tour of the New Salem Cemetery to learn about the history of cemeteries, funeral practices and origins of Memorial Day.
All ages. If you’re under 12, please bring an adult. Meet at the cemetery. Canceled if raining.
Youth Mental Health First Aid
Tuesday, May 21 › 9 am-5:30 pm
Columbia Public Library, Friends Room
This full-day, in-person training will teach you how to reach out and provide initial support to youth who may be developing a mental health or substance use challenge, and help connect them to the appropriate care. Presented by Compass Health Network. Open to those who live or work in Missouri. Offered for free by Missouri’s Department of Mental Health.
Adults. Please register. Lunch provided.
Evening Family Story Time
Tuesday, May 21 › 6-6:30 pm
Columbia Public Library, Children's Program Room
Enjoy stories, songs and activities for your family.
Ages 13 months to 5 years with an adult.
Is Your Child on Track?
Wednesday, May 22 › 10 am-Noon
Columbia Public Library, Children's Program Room
The Boone County Early Childhood Coalition offers a quick, free screening to assess your child’s well-being and social-emotional health.
For Boone County families with ages 2 mos. to 5 yrs.
Drop-in Genealogy Help
Multiple sessions Tuesday, May 21-Wednesday, May 22
Columbia Public Library, Training Center
Drop in for help with researching your family history.
Adults.
Boop a Baby Animal
Wednesday, May 22 › 6-7 pm
Columbia Public Library, Gene Martin Secret Garden
De-stress from end-of-school madness with some friendly farm babies from Gigi’s House. You can pet the animals outside and enjoy farm-themed crafts and activities indoors.
Families, all ages.
American Red Cross Blood Drive
Friday, May 24 › 10 am-2 pm
Columbia Public Library, Friends Room
All donations will be tested for COVID-19 antibodies. 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.
Chess: Play & Learn
Tuesday, May 28 › 5:45-7:45 pm
Columbia Public Library, Children's Program Room
Come enjoy one of the world’s 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 the more experienced players.
Players of all ages and experience levels are welcome.
Reading to Rex
Thursday, May 30 › 4-5 pm
Southern Boone County Public Library, Meeting Room
Children will read for 10 minutes to certified therapy dogs while a handler oversees them. It’s a fun way to improve children’s literacy skills.
Kindergarten age and older. Please note, depending on attendance, your family may need to wait for a dog.
Adult Mental Health First Aid
Friday, May 31 › 9 am-5:30 pm
Columbia Public Library, Friends Room
This full-day, in-person training will teach you how to reach out and provide initial support to an adult who may be developing a mental health or substance use challenge, and help connect them to the appropriate care. Presented by Compass Health Network. Open to those who live or work in Missouri. Offered for free by Missouri’s Department of Mental Health.
Adults. Please register. Lunch provided.
Enchanted Fairy Party
Multiple sessions Friday, May 31
Columbia Public Library, Children's Program Room
Join us for a fantastical fun time! Dress the part by making your own DIY tutus, crowns and wands. Then play fairy games, and complete a scavenger hunt for hidden fairy friends.
Ages 3-10.
Is Your Child on Track?
Saturday, June 1 › 10 am-Noon
Columbia Public Library, Children's Program Room
The Boone County Early Childhood Coalition offers a quick, free screening to assess your child’s well-being and social-emotional health.
For Boone County families with ages 2 mos. to 5 yrs.
Celia’s Sing-Along Dance Party
Thursday, June 6 › 6:30-7:15 pm
Stephens Lake Park Amphitheater, 100 Old 63 N., Columbia
Celia’s world-famous, one-woman show is a rockin’, stompin’, hollerin’ good time. Wear your dancing feet to this all-ages Summer Reading kick-off party because Celia will rock your socks off! Rain location: Riechmann Indoor Pavilion at Stephens Lake Park.
Families.
“Charlotte’s Web” Preview - Mizzou Summer Repertory Theatre
Friday, June 7 › 11-11:30 am
Columbia Public Library, Friends Room and Conference Rooms A & B
Meet the cast of Mizzou’s Larry D. Clark Summer Repertory Theatre June production, and enjoy a scene or two. Adapted from E.B. White’s acclaimed novel, “Charlotte’s Web,” follows Wilbur on his journey to becoming “some pig,” and reminds us about the power of true friendship.
Families, ages 3 and older.
D&D Adventurer’s Guild
Friday, June 7 › 1-4 pm
Columbia Public Library, Friends Room
Calling all adventurers! Whether you’re a new Dungeons and Dragons player looking for experience or you’ve slain a horde of dragons, you can find fame and glory here. You’ll create a game character (or bring a first- or second-level character) and play through an open-ended adventure! Refreshments provided.
Ages 13-17. Please register.
Family Movie Trivia: Adventurer’s Edition
Friday, June 7 › 4-6 pm
Callaway County Public Library, Friends Room
Join us for this family-friendly trivia event packed with daring adventures! We’ll provide the questions and prizes, you provide the snacks. Gather your team of 2-8 players and play as a group through three rounds of questions.
Families, ages 8 and older. Please register your family team.
TRYPS Theater: Live at Eleven
Saturday, June 8 › 11-11:30 am
Columbia Public Library, Children's Program Room
At this workshop, children play games, sing, dance and act out books. Presented by TRYPS Children’s Theater, Columbia’s professional theater group for young audiences.
Ages 3-8.
Grow Native! Garden of Excellence Open House
Saturday, June 8 › 1-4 pm
Southern Boone County Public Library
The Southern Boone County Public Library is home to a Garden of Excellence, a program of Grow Native! Stop by during this open house to learn about the attributes and techniques used in the library’s native landscaping and ask questions.
Families.
Reading to Rover
Monday, June 10 › 5:30-7 pm
Columbia Public Library, Children's Program Room
Children will read for 15 minutes to one of Ann Gafke’s Teacher’s Pet Therapy Dogs while a handler oversees them. It’s a fun way to improve children’s literacy skills. All dogs are certified therapy dogs.
Kindergarten age and older. Please note, depending on attendance, your family may need to wait for a dog.
Evening Family Story Time
Tuesday, June 11 › 6-6:30 pm
Columbia Public Library, Children's Program Room
Enjoy stories, songs and activities for your family.
Ages 13 months to 5 years with an adult.
View results in live events calendar
Looking for past events? Find the recordings here.