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This week's book trailer! Our staff love to share their picks.  More here!

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Reminder: Zoom links are emailed
Fri, Sep 03, All day
Columbus
Exhibit presents the events of September 11, 2001, the immediate aftermath of the attacks and the nine-month recovery period, and the ongoing repercussions of 9/11 to this day.

Fri, Sep 03, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Columbus - Non-Library Location (See description)
New exhibit at 411 Gallery features photographs, drawings, documents, and recordings from the Columbus Indiana Architectural Archives, columbusarchives.org

Fri, Sep 03, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Columbus - Zoom 1
Become a Dementia Friend and attend a one-hour workshop with Sandy Allman, a trained Dementia Champion representing Dementia Friends Indiana.
Registration is now closed

Fri, Sep 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Columbus - Library Patio
Join library staff and fellow builders to create, share, and have fun!

Fri, Sep 03, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Columbus - Teen Area
Compete against your friends to see who is the best cup flipper.

Fri, Sep 03, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Columbus - Library Plaza
Join Elemental Yoga for a yoga adventure as we explore, imagine and move. No yoga experience is necessary. Please bring your yoga mat and your imagination. Rain cancels the session.

Sat, Sep 04, All day
Columbus
Exhibit presents the events of September 11, 2001, the immediate aftermath of the attacks and the nine-month recovery period, and the ongoing repercussions of 9/11 to this day.

Sat, Sep 04, 6:00am - 6:30pm
Columbus - Library Plaza
Teenage conductor Carlos Lopez's small chamber orchestra plays pieces composed by Latin Americans during this Hispanic Heritage concert. Attend in person, bring your own chair.

Mon, Sep 06, All day
Columbus
All locations closed. Visit us at mybcpl.org for online services.

Tue, Sep 07, All day
Columbus
Exhibit presents the events of September 11, 2001, the immediate aftermath of the attacks and the nine-month recovery period, and the ongoing repercussions of 9/11 to this day.

Tue, Sep 07, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus - Library Patio
Join us outside on the patio for Toddler Time!

Tue, Sep 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
Columbus - Library Patio
Join us outside on the patio for Storytime! T

Tue, Sep 07, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hope - Hope Library (Annex)
Play games with Dakota! Games include Unstable Unicorns, Uno, Catan, Villainous, and more. Snacks and games provided.

Tue, Sep 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Sam Kimsey, a Registered Professional Archaeologist and library staff member, covers different topics during this event celebrating Archaeology Month in Indiana..

Wed, Sep 08, All day
Columbus - Book Sale Area
During September, all kids and teen books are priced at 25 cents in our on-going book sale area maintained by our Friends of the Library group. Prices also good at our Hope Branch Library.

Wed, Sep 08, All day
Columbus
Exhibit presents the events of September 11, 2001, the immediate aftermath of the attacks and the nine-month recovery period, and the ongoing repercussions of 9/11 to this day.

Wed, Sep 08, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus - Library Patio
Join us outside on the patio for Toddler Time!

Wed, Sep 08, 11:00am - 11:30am
Columbus - Library Patio
Join us outside on the patio for Storytime! T

Wed, Sep 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Columbus - Teen Area
Explore this year?s Exhibit Columbus 2021 Exhibition: New Middles: From Main Street To Megalopolis, What Is The Future Of The Middle City?

Wed, Sep 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Local author Irina Sorrels talks about her book "Your Inner Heroine: A Journey Toward Healing and Discovering Your Purpose."

Thu, Sep 09, All day
Columbus - Main Library
Exhibit honors the 160th anniversary of the organization of the 33rd Indiana Infantry regiment. Two Bartholomew County companies served in the 33rd Indiana.

Thu, Sep 09, All day
Columbus
Exhibit presents the events of September 11, 2001, the immediate aftermath of the attacks and the nine-month recovery period, and the ongoing repercussions of 9/11 to this day.

Thu, Sep 09, 9:30am - 12:30pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Five week course led by instructor Katherine Hilden. Classes are for beginning and continuing drawing student.
This event is full

Thu, Sep 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus - Library Patio
Join us outside on the patio for a program just for babies!

Thu, Sep 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Columbus - Library Patio
Join us outside on the patio for a relaxed Playdate!

Thu, Sep 09, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Columbus - Library Plaza
Jump into Season 3 of Teen D&D. New and old players welcome. Create a character prior to the meeting (5E, level 5 characters), or use an already created one. Dice and other materials provided.

Thu, Sep 09, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Library Patio
Join Columbus Indiana ACCUEIL for a special French storytime on the children's patio. We will cancel in the event of rain, so please watch our calendar and social media for updates.

Thu, Sep 09, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Columbus - Non-Library Location (See description)
Reception for the exhibit at 411 Gallery featuring photographs, drawings, documents, and recordings from the Columbus Indiana Architectural Archives on Moore's Large Arch.

Thu, Sep 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Columbus - Zoom 2
Jim Wolford, Indiana State Director of the Mutual UFO Network (MUFON), covers the recent report of the Director of National Intelligence regarding Unidentified Aerial Phenomena.

Thu, Sep 09, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Make connections, learn, and share with other area authors.

Fri, Sep 10, All day
Columbus
Exhibit presents the events of September 11, 2001, the immediate aftermath of the attacks and the nine-month recovery period, and the ongoing repercussions of 9/11 to this day.

Fri, Sep 10, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus - Library Patio
Join library staff and fellow homeschooling families on the library patio!

Fri, Sep 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Library Patio
Each month kids in grades 3-6 can explore a new hobby or interest.

Fri, Sep 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Area
Test your knowledge of Zelda, Mario, Pokemon, and a bunch of other Nintendo-related topics by participating in this trivia challenge!

Sat, Sep 11, All day
Columbus
Exhibit presents the events of September 11, 2001, the immediate aftermath of the attacks and the nine-month recovery period, and the ongoing repercussions of 9/11 to this day.

Sat, Sep 11, 9:00am - 12:30pm
Columbus - Non-Library Location (See description)
Join us at the Columbus Farmer's Market, 123 Washington Street. We look forward to seeing you! Enjoy pop up storytimes for the kids.

Mon, Sep 13, All day
Columbus
Exhibit presents the events of September 11, 2001, the immediate aftermath of the attacks and the nine-month recovery period, and the ongoing repercussions of 9/11 to this day.

Mon, Sep 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Monthly meeting of the Bartholomew County Public Library Board. Open to all. Due to the Covid pandemic, the meeting may be conducted via Zoom. Email [email protected] for the link to participate.

Mon, Sep 13, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Columbus - Library Plaza
Play games with Dakota! Games include Unstable Unicorns, Uno, Catan, Villainous, and more. Snacks and games provided.

Mon, Sep 13, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Columbus - Library Patio
Join us outside on the patio for Family Storytime!

Tue, Sep 14, All day
Columbus
Exhibit presents the events of September 11, 2001, the immediate aftermath of the attacks and the nine-month recovery period, and the ongoing repercussions of 9/11 to this day.

Tue, Sep 14, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus - Library Patio
Join us outside on the patio for Toddler Time!

Tue, Sep 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Columbus - Library Plaza
Join Elemental Yoga for a yoga adventure as we explore, imagine and move. No yoga experience is necessary. Please bring your yoga mat and your imagination. Rain cancels the session.

Tue, Sep 14, 11:00am - 11:30am
Columbus - Library Patio
Join us outside on the patio for Storytime! T

Tue, Sep 14, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hope - Hope Library (Annex)
Make a friendship bracelet using the colors of your Pride flag.

Tue, Sep 14, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Columbus - Facebook
Do you enjoy arts & crafts?

Tue, Sep 14, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Columbus - Library Patio
Vote for an autumn movie to watch. Options include Clue, Fantastic Mr. Fox, Knives Out, and The Village. Voting will take place at the teen desk and on the Teen Area Discord.

Tue, Sep 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Join library staff member Rachel and make one large and one medium sized no-sew bowl cover. Use these in your kitchen instead of plastic wrap or aluminum foil. Also makes a nice gift! Limit of 10.

Tue, Sep 14, 8:00pm - 8:30pm
Columbus - Take and Make
Do you enjoy cooking?
This event is full

Tue, Sep 14, 8:00pm - 8:30pm
Columbus
Do you enjoy arts and crafts?
This event is full

Wed, Sep 15, All day
Columbus - Book Sale Area
During September, all kids and teen books are priced at 25 cents in our on-going book sale area maintained by our Friends of the Library group. Prices also good at our Hope Branch Library.

Wed, Sep 15, All day
Columbus
Exhibit presents the events of September 11, 2001, the immediate aftermath of the attacks and the nine-month recovery period, and the ongoing repercussions of 9/11 to this day.

Wed, Sep 15, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus - Library Patio
Join us outside on the patio for Toddler Time!

Wed, Sep 15, 11:00am - 11:30am
Columbus - Library Patio
Join us outside on the patio for Storytime! T

Wed, Sep 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Columbus - Teen Area
Explore this year?s Exhibit Columbus 2021 Exhibition: New Middles: From Main Street To Megalopolis, What Is The Future Of The Middle City?

Wed, Sep 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Harriet Armstrong, Health & Human Sciences Educator Purdue Extension, defines a food allergy, identifies the signs and symptoms of an allergic reaction, and lists the most common food allergens.

Thu, Sep 16, All day
Columbus
Exhibit presents the events of September 11, 2001, the immediate aftermath of the attacks and the nine-month recovery period, and the ongoing repercussions of 9/11 to this day.

Thu, Sep 16, 9:30am - 12:30pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Five week course led by instructor Katherine Hilden. Classes are for beginning and continuing drawing student.
This event is full

Thu, Sep 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus - Library Patio
Join us outside on the patio for a program just for babies!

Thu, Sep 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
Columbus - Library Patio
Join us outside on the patio for a relaxed Playdate!

Thu, Sep 16, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Columbus - Library Patio
What is cardio drumming?

Thu, Sep 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Library Plaza
Help Dakota prepare for Columbus Pride Fest (on Saturday, September 18) by designing Pride-themed buttons to give away. Warm beverages, treats, and button-making materials provided.

Fri, Sep 17, All day
Columbus
Exhibit presents the events of September 11, 2001, the immediate aftermath of the attacks and the nine-month recovery period, and the ongoing repercussions of 9/11 to this day.

Fri, Sep 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Columbus - Library Plaza
Make a friendship bracelet using the colors of your Pride flag

Fri, Sep 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Columbus - Library Patio
Join us on the patio as we explore different spaces for a creative art experience.

Fri, Sep 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Columbus - Library Plaza
The Violin Man entertains you with a variety of popular music. Listen in person on the Plaza or view at facebook.com/mybcpl. Rain makes this a Facebook Live event only.

Sat, Sep 18, All day
Columbus
Exhibit presents the events of September 11, 2001, the immediate aftermath of the attacks and the nine-month recovery period, and the ongoing repercussions of 9/11 to this day.

Sat, Sep 18, 9:00am - 9:45am
Columbus - Library Plaza
Bring your yoga mat and any props you enjoy using for this basic yoga class with instructor Sarah Hess. Rain cancels the class.

Sat, Sep 18, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus - Library Patio
Join us outside on the patio for a Family Storytime!

Sat, Sep 18, 1:00pm - 6:00pm
Columbus - Non-Library Location (See description)
Visit library staff at the annual Columbus Pride Fest, located at Mill Race Park. Check out LGBTQ+ books, get reading recommendations, and make Pride-themed friendship bracelets.

Sat, Sep 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Columbus - Library Plaza
Enjoy the great sounds of the award winning Night Owl Country Band in person, bring your own chair, or at facebook.com/mybcpl or youtube.com/mybcpl.

Mon, Sep 20, All day
Columbus
Exhibit presents the events of September 11, 2001, the immediate aftermath of the attacks and the nine-month recovery period, and the ongoing repercussions of 9/11 to this day.

Mon, Sep 20, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Discuss your favorite anime and manga with others as we make anime-inspired crafts.

Mon, Sep 20, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Columbus - Library Plaza
Play games with Dakota! Games include Unstable Unicorns, Uno, Catan, Villainous, and assorted Switch games. Snacks and games provided.

Mon, Sep 20, 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Learn about different photography topics and share what you know. Minimal annual dues involved after one to two meetings.

Mon, Sep 20, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Columbus - Facebook
Join staff member Rachel and her family as they introduce you to rescued animals around their farm and homes.

Mon, Sep 20, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Columbus - Library Patio
Join us outside on the patio for Family Storytime!

Tue, Sep 21, All day
Columbus
Exhibit presents the events of September 11, 2001, the immediate aftermath of the attacks and the nine-month recovery period, and the ongoing repercussions of 9/11 to this day.

Tue, Sep 21, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus - Library Patio
Join us outside on the patio for Toddler Time!

Tue, Sep 21, 11:00am - 11:30am
Columbus - Library Patio
Join us outside on the patio for Storytime! T

Tue, Sep 21, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hope - Hope Library (Annex)
Discuss your favorite anime and manga with others as we make anime-inspired crafts.

Tue, Sep 21, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Columbus - Teen Area
Geocaching is an outdoor treasure hunting adventure that uses GPS. Learn to find these treasures and make your own! We will start on the Teen Stairs and explore downtown Columbus.

Tue, Sep 21, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Columbus - Library Patio
Join us for a fun 30 minutes of interactive games on the children's patio. Expect to do some laughing and make some new friends along the way.

Tue, Sep 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Columbus - Red Room
Braden Adams, Life/Health/Medicare Solutions presents an introduction to Medicare for those aging in to the Medicare program, qualify due to a disability or diagnosis, and others.    

Wed, Sep 22, All day
Columbus - Main Library
Exhibit honors the 160th anniversary of the organization of the 33rd, Indiana Infantry regiment. Two Bartholomew County companies served in the 33rd Indiana.

Wed, Sep 22, All day
Columbus
Exhibit presents the events of September 11, 2001, the immediate aftermath of the attacks and the nine-month recovery period, and the ongoing repercussions of 9/11 to this day.

Wed, Sep 22, 9:30am - 10:30pm
Columbus - Library Plaza
Hosted by Thrive Alliance the session includes a free exercise class, free health screenings, and educational materials. Pre-register at 812-372-6918 ext. 3011 or [email protected]

Wed, Sep 22, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus - Library Patio
Join us outside on the patio for Toddler Time!

Wed, Sep 22, 11:00am - 11:30am
Columbus - Library Patio
Join us outside on the patio for Storytime! T

Wed, Sep 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Columbus - Teen Area
Explore this year?s Exhibit Columbus 2021 Exhibition: New Middles: From Main Street To Megalopolis, What Is The Future Of The Middle City?

Thu, Sep 23, All day
Columbus
Exhibit presents the events of September 11, 2001, the immediate aftermath of the attacks and the nine-month recovery period, and the ongoing repercussions of 9/11 to this day.

Thu, Sep 23, 9:30am - 12:30pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Five week course led by instructor Katherine Hilden. Classes are for beginning and continuing drawing student.
This event is full

Thu, Sep 23, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus - Library Patio
Join us outside on the patio for a program just for babies!

Thu, Sep 23, 11:00am - 11:30am
Columbus - Library Patio
Join us outside on the patio for a relaxed Playdate!

Thu, Sep 23, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Library Plaza
Create a young superhero and team up with your friends to save the city from evil! Dice and other materials provided.

Thu, Sep 23, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Library Patio
Join Columbus Indiana ACCUEIL for a special French storytime on the children's patio. We will cancel in the event of rain, so please watch our calendar and social media for updates.

Thu, Sep 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Amateur historian John Rondot chats about railroads, Interurbans, and streetcars in Columbus and Bartholomew County in 1920, the heyday of public transportation in Indiana.

Fri, Sep 24, All day
Columbus
Exhibit presents the events of September 11, 2001, the immediate aftermath of the attacks and the nine-month recovery period, and the ongoing repercussions of 9/11 to this day.

Fri, Sep 24, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus - Library Patio
Join Family School Partners for a special interactive Spanish storytime on the children's patio. We will cancel in the event of rain, so please watch our calendar and social media for updates.

Fri, Sep 24, 10:00am - 12:30pm
Columbus
Your library is bringing you nine outstanding short films from around the world for you to view for free at YES Cinema. Manhattan Short is the world's first global film festival.

Fri, Sep 24, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Columbus - Teen Area
Explore Olalekan Jeyifous?s exhibit, Archival/Revival, from Exhibit Columbus. Sing, read poetry, or rant in an open mic forum.

Fri, Sep 24, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Columbus - Library Plaza
Meet dogs and cats from the Bartholomew County Humane Society ready to be adopted or fostered. Those interested in adopting or fostering will need to fill out paperwork at the Humane Society.

Fri, Sep 24, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Columbus
Love Minecraft? We do too!

Sat, Sep 25, All day
Hope - Hope Branch Library
Hope Branch Library closed for Hope Heritage Days!

Sat, Sep 25, 12:00pm - 6:00pm
Columbus
We open at noon today so you can enjoy, or take part in, the Mill Race Marathon! Close at 6:00 pm. At 6 pm we host the band Hi Way 46.

Sat, Sep 25, 12:00pm - 6:00pm
Columbus
Exhibit presents the events of September 11, 2001, the immediate aftermath of the attacks and the nine-month recovery period, and the ongoing repercussions of 9/11 to this day.

Sat, Sep 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Columbus - Library Plaza
Enjoy family friendly music with Hi Way 46 as they play an assortment of old country bluegrass and old rock 'n' roll.

Mon, Sep 27, All day
Columbus
Exhibit presents the events of September 11, 2001, the immediate aftermath of the attacks and the nine-month recovery period, and the ongoing repercussions of 9/11 to this day.

Mon, Sep 27, All day
Columbus - Book Sale Area
During September, all kids and teen books are priced at 25 cents in our on-going book sale area maintained by our Friends of the Library group. Prices also good at our Hope Branch Library.

Mon, Sep 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Library Plaza
Meet out on our Exhibit Columbus installation and discuss your ideas for future programs.

Mon, Sep 27, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Columbus - Library Patio
Join us outside on the patio for Family Storytime!

Mon, Sep 27, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Columbus - Non-Library Location (See description)
Bucceto's (318 E Washington St, Columbus, IN, 47201) Choose a book by any YA Latinx author to read beforehand and be ready to share with the group.

Tue, Sep 28, All day
Columbus
Exhibit presents the events of September 11, 2001, the immediate aftermath of the attacks and the nine-month recovery period, and the ongoing repercussions of 9/11 to this day.

Tue, Sep 28, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus - Library Patio
Join us outside on the patio for Toddler Time!

Tue, Sep 28, 11:00am - 11:30am
Columbus - Library Patio
Join us outside on the patio for Storytime! T

Tue, Sep 28, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Hope - Hope Library (Annex)
Make one-of-a-kind art pieces using this Japanese ?spilled ink? technique.

Tue, Sep 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Area
Fun with phenology! Become a citizen scientist by observing the plants and animals outside the library to contribute to the USA National Phenology Network Nature?s Notebook project.

Tue, Sep 28, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Join library staff members Shelly and Maria to discuss "News of the World" by Paulette Jiles. Attend in-person, or via Zoom. Pick up a copy of the book at the library, or via curbside service.

Tue, Sep 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Columbus - Library Plaza
Kevin Stonerock presents a grand adventure of story, song and first person living history about life on the Ohio River from the frontier era through the glorious age of steam. Bring your own chair.


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