Columbia Public Library
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Monday May 6 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
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Tuesday May 7 9:30am - 11:30am CDT
KidSight Vision Screening
Bring your child for a free KidSight vision screening. It only takes a few seconds, and you'll receive the result instantly. Ages 6 months and older.
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Tuesday May 7 9:30am - 10:00am CDT
Family Story Time
Join library staff for rhymes, songs, stories and fun. Ages 13 months to 5 years with an adult.
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Tuesday May 7 10:30am - 11:00am CDT
Family Story Time
Join library staff for rhymes, songs, stories and fun. Ages 13 months to 5 years with an adult.
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Tuesday May 7 2:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
Device Advice and Tech Help Drop-in
Visit our computer lab to enhance your technology skills. Library trainers can help you with the basic functions of your Windows, Chrome, Android or Apple laptop or device. You can also use self-paced tutorials to work on keyboarding skills. Staff are unable to troubles......More
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Tuesday May 7 6:00pm - 7:30pm CDT
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Tuesday May 7 6:30pm - 8:00pm CDT
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Wednesday May 8 12:00pm - 1:00pm CDT
Lunch & Learn: Behavioral Crisis Services in Missouri
Carisa Kessler from Burrell Behavioral Health, will discuss the 988 crisis line and the 24/7 Columbia Behavioral Crisis Center. Co-sponsored by the League of Women Voters of Columbia-Boone County and Children's Grove. Adults. Attend in person or via Zoom; see full descr......More
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Wednesday May 8 12:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Friends of the Columbia Public Library Lobby Book Sale
The Friends hold semiweekly sales in the library lobby. Shop every Wednesday and Saturday noon-3 p.m. Cash or checks only. All proceeds support library services.
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Wednesday May 8 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Boop a Baby Animal
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.
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Thursday May 9 9:30am - 10:00am CDT
Baby Story Time
For the tiniest library patron, join us for rhymes, songs, stories and fun. Ages birth-18 months with an adult.
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Thursday May 9 10:30am - 11:00am CDT
Baby Story Time
For the tiniest library patron, join us for rhymes, songs, stories and fun. Ages birth-18 months with an adult.
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Thursday May 9 2:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
Cloud Computing
You can maximize the storage available on your phone, tablet or computer through cloud computing. We'll explore common services including iCloud, Google Drive, Google Photos and OneDrive. Bring your username and password if you already use any of these services. This cl......More
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Thursday May 9 6:30pm - 8:00pm CDT
Lifelong Learning
Our free online resources are your gateway to lifelong learning. This month, learn about visible mending and expanding your creativity with Creativebug and EBSCO MasterFILE Premier. There will also be time for you to do your own exploring!Adults and teens. Please regist......More
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Thursday May 9 7:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
John Batdorf Concert
Enjoy the music of singer-songwriter John Batdorf. You may know him as one half of the folk-rock duo Batdorf & Rodney or as a member of the '70s hit band Silver, whose song "Wham Bam" had a recent resurgence after it was featured in "Guardians of the Galaxy ll."Adults a......More
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Friday May 10 10:00am - 10:45am CDT
Stories and Activities for Adults With Disabilities
Join us for a story time filled with books, songs and movement! After story time, weâll have an interactive activity designed just for you. Adults with a caregiver.
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Friday May 10 2:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
Device Advice and Tech Help Drop-in
Visit our computer lab to enhance your technology skills. Library trainers can help you with the basic functions of your Windows, Chrome, Android or Apple laptop or device. You can also use self-paced tutorials to work on keyboarding skills. Staff are unable to troubles......More
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Friday May 10 7:00pm - 9:00pm CDT
After-Hours Open Mic Night
Join us for an evening of artistic expression at this after-hours event, whether you have something to share or just prefer to listen. Refreshments provided. All music-makers and poets welcome, high school age and older. Doors open at 6:45 p.m. Please arrive by 7:15 p.m......More
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Saturday May 11 11:00am - 11:30am CDT
TRYPS Theater: Live at Eleven
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.
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Saturday May 11 12:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Bearded Iris Flower Show
Drop in to enjoy floral designs, educational exhibits and horticultural bearded iris specimens based on the theme "Spring Magic." This juried, accredited show is presented by the Show Me Iris Society. Adults, teens and older children.
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Saturday May 11 12:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Friends of the Columbia Public Library Lobby Book Sale
The Friends hold semiweekly sales in the library lobby. Shop every Wednesday and Saturday noon-3 p.m. Cash or checks only. All proceeds support library services.
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Sunday May 12 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Tunes at Two
Local musicians provide a musical backdrop at the Columbia Public Library on the second Sunday of every month. This month we present harpist Melissa Purvis.
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Monday May 13 5:30pm - 7:00pm CDT
Reading to Rover
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, ......More
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Monday May 13 6:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
"Judy Blume Forever" Movie Screening
As a companion program for our Period Products Drive, please join us for a celebration of all things Judy Blume! View a special screening of the lighthearted documentary âJudy Blume Forever,â browse the libraryâs selection of Judy Blume books, enjoy popcorn and soda, an......More
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Tuesday May 14 9:30am - 10:00am CDT
Family Story Time
Join library staff for rhymes, songs, stories and fun. Ages 13 months to 5 years with an adult.
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Tuesday May 14 10:00am - 11:30am CDT
Memory Café
Enjoy music, movement, crafts, conversation and light refreshments. This month we're waxing nostalgic with a summer camp theme.For adults experiencing dementia accompanied by a personal care partner who will also participate. Please register
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Tuesday May 14 10:30am - 11:00am CDT
Family Story Time
Join library staff for rhymes, songs, stories and fun. Ages 13 months to 5 years with an adult.
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Tuesday May 14 2:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
Device Advice and Tech Help Drop-in
Visit our computer lab to enhance your technology skills. Library trainers can help you with the basic functions of your Windows, Chrome, Android or Apple laptop or device. You can also use self-paced tutorials to work on keyboarding skills. Staff are unable to troubles......More
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Tuesday May 14 6:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Reel Success
This hands-on class will guide you through creating four short video "reels" to captivate your social media audience, boost your online presence and elevate your personal or brand identity. Led by content creator Robin Anderson in partnership with Vidwest Studios. Adult......More
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Tuesday May 14 6:30pm - 8:00pm CDT
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Wednesday May 15 12:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Friends of the Columbia Public Library Lobby Book Sale
The Friends hold semiweekly sales in the library lobby. Shop every Wednesday and Saturday noon-3 p.m. Cash or checks only. All proceeds support library services.
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Wednesday May 15 1:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Missouri Job Center Walk-In Wednesday Hiring Event
Are you looking for work, or thinking of changing careers? Then mark your calendar and plan to attend this job fair. Bring your current resume and dress for success. Eight to twelve employers are expected to be in attendance recruiting for various positions.Adults.
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Wednesday May 15 5:30pm - 6:30pm CDT
Learn How to De-stress
Learn the benefits for yourself, your children and your family to practicing self-care: taking time for things that help you live well and improve your physical and mental health. This will help you manage stress, lower your risk of illness and increase your energy. Dur......More
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Wednesday May 15 6:30pm - 7:30pm CDT
Read Harder Challenge Check-in
Gather with other readers who are taking on the Read Harder challenge. Discuss which reading tasks you've completed and get inspiration for those tasks you may be stuck on. Adults.
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Wednesday May 15 6:30pm - 8:00pm CDT
Online Security Basics
Learn how to prevent viruses and safeguard your privacy when using the internet.Adults and teens. Please register.
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Thursday May 16 9:30am - 10:00am CDT
Baby Story Time
For the tiniest library patron, join us for rhymes, songs, stories and fun. Ages birth-18 months with an adult.
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Thursday May 16 10:30am - 11:00am CDT
Baby Story Time
For the tiniest library patron, join us for rhymes, songs, stories and fun. Ages birth-18 months with an adult.
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Thursday May 16 2:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Crafternoon
Join us with a craft you are working on or just spend some time coloring. We will have beautiful coloring pages aimed at adults along with markers and colored pencils. Relax and take some time for yourself as you enjoy a little music and the company of other crafty folk......More
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Thursday May 16 6:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
DBRL Board Meeting
This is the monthly meeting of the Daniel Boone Regional Library Board of Trustees.
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Thursday May 16 6:30pm - 7:30pm CDT
All About Summer Birds
Join us for an exciting and informative presentation about the birds found all around us in summer. We'll do some myth-busting, discuss some popular and charismatic species and learn a few easy ways to help our feathered neighbors. Presented by Dana Ripper, Director of ......More