Check out our calendar for upcoming children's programs at the Columbus Public Library!
Regular Programs
Children's Storytime
Tuesdays & Wednesdays at 10 AM
Storytime is recommended for children ages 2 and up. It consists of stories, songs, rhymes, and crafts that help you build early literacy skills with your little one. Storytime is best when shared, so we ask that caretakers stay with their child at all times.
Baby Storytime
Thursdays at 10 AM
Baby Storytime is for children ages 0-24 months, and consists of short books, songs, bounce rhymes, and fingerplays that help you build early literacy skills with your baby. Siblings and other children are welcome to attend.
Family Storytime
4th Monday of the month at 6:00 PM
Bring the whole family and get everyone involved in a fun evening storytime!
Paws to Read
1st Thursday of the month at 5:00 PM
For children in first grade and up! Snuggle up with a book and a dog! Bring a book... to the library and read to Honey the golden lab. Time slots are limited so registration is required for this program. Register by calling (920) 623-5926.
Crafternoon
1st Thursday of the month at 3:30 PM
Come craft with us! Each month there will be a different craft for the you to make at the library. Information about upcoming Crafternoon projects can be found on the library’s calendar. For ages 5 and up.
LEGO Club
2nd Thursday of the month at 3:30 PM
Come play, build, and explore with LEGOs at the library! We'll provide the LEGOs and after school snacks - you provide the creativity. Afterwards, photos of your LEGO creations will be displayed on our Facebook page. For ages 5 and up.
Pokemon Club
3rd Thursday of the month at 3:30 PM
Do you collect Pokémon cards? Come to the library and talk with fellow Pokémon fans about your favorite characters! We will have snacks and space for you to play the Pokémon card game and trade your cards. For ages 5 and up.
STEAM Power
4th Thursday of the month at 3:30 PM
Join us for an after-school program that combines science, technology, engineering, arts, and math! Using basic materials and our creative minds, we'll have hands-on fun exploring the forces in action all around us.
1,000 Books Before Kindergarten
Ask at the Children's desk how to sign up for this free program
Prepare your child for a lifetime of learning by participating in this free year-round early literacy program! Keep track of the books you read and receive a small prize for every 100 books read and receive a free book once you reach 1,000 books read! For ages 0-5.
Our Kids' Space
Visit our friendly kids' space to pick up the latest books and movies, enjoy our play space and photo scavenger hunts, and get started with computers by using our early literacy and learning game stations. Our staff members will be happy to help you locate new titles and old favorites, find the perfect book or series for reluctant readers, or answer any questions you may have!
Wisconsin's Digital Library For Kids
Use your phone, tablet, computer, or eReader to enjoy free books, audiobooks, and streaming video from Wisconsin's Digital Library For Kids! You can even browse content by subject and reading level. This resource is powered by OverDrive, so take a peek at their Getting Started Guide or stop by the library to learn about downloading content to your device.