The Columbus Public Library has hired Meg Kaster as its new Youth Services Director. A recent graduate of the UW Madison iSchool, Kaster spent the last few years working in youth services at other local libraries in Sun Prairie, Madison, and Deerfield. Prior to that, she taught English at Deerfield High School. When discussing her career change, Kaster remarks, “My favorite part of teaching was chatting with teens about the books they like, and as a librarian, I get to do that all the time.”

In addition to helping children and teens find the perfect book, Kaster says programming is an area she’s excited to explore: “I’m really eager to continue the amazing programming and community engagement already present at the library, and to bring my creative flair to the mix to create some incredible programs for kids, teens, and families.”

Historian Bob Kann will offer this talk from 6:30-7:30pm celebrating the 75th anniversary of the founding of the All American Girls Professional Baseball League. Come hear stories of women players who grew up during the Great Depression and left families, homes, and jobs to follow their dreams and forever change perceptions about female athletes.

It’s finally time to sign up for the Columbus Public Library’s 2018 Summer Reading Program!! Click here or on the picture to the right to be directed to the sign up page.

Our goal is to host awesome events that YOU want to see. We're gathering new ideas for adult programs and are very grateful for the feedback of our patrons over 18 via the survey at this link. Submit your contact information at the end to enter the drawing for an Amazon gift card!

Your responses will help us plan for a great new lineup of happenings starting this fall! Thanks for helping us give you more of what you want to do in the Columbus community.