FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 18, 2025 Grant supports early literacy in our community COLUMBUS, N. C., (December 18, 2025) Thanks to a grant from the Carolina Foothills Foundation, Polk County Public Libraries were recently able to add more early literacy Launchpad tablets into circulation and a new AWE Early Learning Literacy Station to the Saluda [...]
Pick up the Bookopoly 2026 Reading Challenge form at the library, or print the images below. To complete this challenge, read books that fit the prompts on at least 20 squares on the Bookopoly board. All books must be read within the year of 2026. Reading Challenge forms must be turned in at Columbus Library [...]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 8, 2025 Free Christmas event at Columbus Library COLUMBUS, N. C., (December 8, 2025) Sigmon Theatrical will present Mouse Saves Christmas on Monday, December 22nd at 2pm at Columbus Library. This holiday celebration for the entire family is free to attend, and sponsored by the Friends of the Polk County Public [...]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 13, 2025 Cherokee Tales at Columbus Library COLUMBUS, N. C., (November 13, 2025) Bright Star Touring Theatre will present Cherokee Tales on Monday, November 24th at 4pm at Columbus Library. This program is designed for K-6th graders, but anyone is welcome to attend. The Cherokee People have a rich history of [...]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 28, 2025 Local artist Karen Johnson displays works at Saluda Library SALUDA, N. C., (October 28, 2025) Local artist Karen Johnson is displaying her paintings at Saluda Library through the end of November. Come to a special reception on Monday, November 3rd from 2-4pm to chat with the artist, view her [...]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 24, 2025 Stories of Resilience films to show at Columbus Library COLUMBUS, N. C., (October 24, 2025) Join Polk County Public Libraries and Conserving Carolina on Tuesday, November 4th at 5:30pm for an inspiring evening of storytelling, resilience, and environmental restoration! This special screening at Columbus Library features a series of [...]
