Circle of Parents
Wednesdays, 9:30-11:30am
Columbus Library

This program, led by Partnership for Children of the Foothills, is for parents of children from birth to five years old. Come share the challenges and successes of parenting with other parents just like you, while gaining and sharing useful information and tips on how to strengthen your family. Experienced child care teachers provide on-site age appropriate activities, supervision, and fun (including the weekly library storytime when in session) for children up to five years of age, while parents and guardians are busy in group discussion and activities. Healthy snacks are also provided. Enjoy the support of a network of new friends, while accessing resources that you and your family can use! For more information, email polkcop@pfcfoothills.org.

Teen Scene
Alternating Wednesdays, 3:30-5pm
Columbus Library
6th-12th graders only!

August 27: Cupcake Challenge
Think your decorating skills are sweet? Choose your favorite book and decorate a cupcake inspired by it — characters, covers, scenes, or themes — it's up to you! Email jdickenson@polklibrary.org by August 20 to sign up.

Sept 10: Hang Out & Rubber Ducky Decorating
Relax with your friends, play video and board games, and eat snacks. We will also have an international snack taste test and decorate rubber duckies with paint, glitter, accessories, and more. Whether you go cute, spooky, funny, or totally weird, your duck is yours to design!

Sept 24: Minute to Win It Mayhem
Can you beat the clock? Join us for a fast-paced frenzy of fun with wild one-minute challenges using everyday objects! Stack it, toss it, balance it — you'll only have 60 seconds to complete each task. Come ready for laughter and chaos!

Oct 8: Hang Out & Animal Masks
Relax with your friends, play video and board games, and eat snacks. We will also have an international snack taste test and create animal masks led by creative teen Dee Cullen. Email jdickenson@polklibrary.org by October 1 to sign up.

Oct 22: Glow-in-the-Dark Spooky Music BINGO
Get ready for a frightfully fun afternoon with a spooky twist! Jam out to eerie tunes and Halloween hits while playing glow-in-the-dark BINGO under blacklights. Listen for creepy classics and guess the songs to mark your card. Costumes encouraged, prizes awarded, and glowing fun guaranteed!

Please note that adults other than library staff, volunteers, and presenters are not permitted to stay in the meeting room during teen programs.

Spooky Trivia Night
Mon, Oct 27 @ 6pm
Saluda Mexican Grill

Just in time for Halloween, join us for a spine-tingling night of trivia filled with eerie questions, haunting fun, and a touch of fright. Gather your team—only the bravest minds will survive the challenge! Teams can have up to six players. There will be gift card prizes for 1st and 2nd place, and a consolation prize for last place.

Fall 2025 Storytime Session #2
Oct 28 – Dec 10
Tuesdays @ 10:30am, Saluda Library
Wednesdays @ 10:30am, Columbus Library

Join us for books, songs, and a fun craft or activity! The 4th week of the month will be "A Sprinkle of Spanish" storytimes. Storytime is designed for ages 2-5.

Circle of Parents
Wednesdays, 9:30-11:30am
Columbus Library

This program, led by Partnership for Children of the Foothills, is for parents of children from birth to five years old. Come share the challenges and successes of parenting with other parents just like you, while gaining and sharing useful information and tips on how to strengthen your family. Experienced child care teachers provide on-site age appropriate activities, supervision, and fun (including the weekly library storytime when in session) for children up to five years of age, while parents and guardians are busy in group discussion and activities. Healthy snacks are also provided. Enjoy the support of a network of new friends, while accessing resources that you and your family can use! For more information, email polkcop@pfcfoothills.org.

Fall 2025 Storytime Session #2
Oct 28 – Dec 10
Tuesdays @ 10:30am, Saluda Library
Wednesdays @ 10:30am, Columbus Library

Join us for books, songs, and a fun craft or activity! The 4th week of the month will be "A Sprinkle of Spanish" storytimes. Storytime is designed for ages 2-5.

Spooktacular Science
Thurs, Oct 30 @ 4pm
Columbus Library

Get ready for some frightfully fun science! In this hands-on STEM workshop with Zaniac, we'll explore bubbling potions, creepy chemical reactions, invisible ink messages, and ghostly experiments that will amaze and delight. From foaming brews to secret writing, you'll discover the science behind the spookiness! This program is for K-8th graders only. Space is limited and registration is required. Email jdickenson@polklibrary.org to sign up.

Fall 2025 Storytime Session #2
Oct 28 – Dec 10
Tuesdays @ 10:30am, Saluda Library
Wednesdays @ 10:30am, Columbus Library

Join us for books, songs, and a fun craft or activity! The 4th week of the month will be "A Sprinkle of Spanish" storytimes. Storytime is designed for ages 2-5.

Stories of Resilience: Films From the Year Since Hurricane Helene
Tuesday, Nov 4 @ 5:30pm
Columbus Library

Join Polk County Public Libraries and Conserving Carolina for an inspiring evening of storytelling, resilience, and environmental restoration!

This special screening features a series of short films produced by PBS NC that shine a light on our region's rivers and the communities working to protect them. From disaster response to long-term conservation, these powerful stories highlight what it means to build a safer, more sustainable future.

Click HERE to register for the program.

Fall 2025 Storytime Session #2
Oct 28 – Dec 10
Tuesdays @ 10:30am, Saluda Library
Wednesdays @ 10:30am, Columbus Library

Join us for books, songs, and a fun craft or activity! The 4th week of the month will be "A Sprinkle of Spanish" storytimes. Storytime is designed for ages 2-5.