Event appropriate for adults 18+.

Upcoming Adults Events

Circle of Parents
03/25/2026 , 9:30 AM at PCPL Columbus

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.

Book Bedazzling
03/26/2026 , 4:30 PM at PCPL Columbus

Bookish Craft Series: Book Bedazzling
Thursday, March 26
Columbus Library

Bring your own book and turn it into a work of art! Decorate with rhinestones to create a sparkling cover. Drop in from 4:30-6:30pm. This program is for teens and adults only (ages 13+).

 

Circle of Parents
04/01/2026 , 9:30 AM at PCPL Columbus

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.

Tea Blending
04/02/2026 , 2:00 PM at PCPL Saluda

Tea Blending
Thursday, April 2, 2-4pm
Saluda Library

Let’s get cozy! Drop by anytime during this two-hour window and experiment with creating teas and tisanes (herbal infusions). Each participant will leave this relaxing, self-guided program with their very own, hand-blended tea sachets. This program is for adults only.

Circle of Parents
04/08/2026 , 9:30 AM at PCPL Columbus

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.

Library Lab: Community Memory Project
04/08/2026 , 1:00 PM at PCPL Columbus

Library Lab: Community Memory Project
Wed, April 8 @ 1pm
Columbus Library

Do you have old vinyls, slides, or VHS tapes, and want to relive and preserve those memories? Curious what’s on that old cassette? Participants will learn the processes for our community memory project equipment, and get hands-on time with devices. Bring your own flash drive.

Learn Sashiko: Japanese Embroidery
04/09/2026 , 5:00 PM at PCPL Columbus

Learn Sashiko: Japanese Embroidery
Thursday, April 9 @ 5pm
Columbus Library

Join textile artist Gail Clements as we cover the basics of sashiko, practice creating classic patterns on fabric, and leave with a small project. Beginners welcome! This program is for adults only. Registration is required and space is limited. Email asnyder@polklibrary.org to register.

Birds We Love
04/14/2026 , 2:00 PM at PCPL Saluda

Birds We Love
Tues, April 14 @ 2pm
Saluda Library

Join us for a presentation about birds of western North Carolina! Topics will include the value of birds, food requirements, the importance of native plants, migration, bird identification tips, and interesting facts about some of our local birds, including pictures and songs of many birds found in our region.

Presenter Tom Tribble served six years as President and is now an At-Large Director of Blue Ridge Audubon Chapter. Tom has been an Audubon member and avid birder for more than 45 years.

Register for the program here. The Saluda Library Speaker Series is held on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 44 West Main Street, Saluda, NC. This program series is made possible thanks to Polk County Public Libraries’ partnership with Conserving Carolina. Contact Pam Torlina at pam@conservingcarolina.org with questions or for more information.

Circle of Parents
04/15/2026 , 9:30 AM at PCPL Columbus

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.

Cookbook Club
04/16/2026 , 12:00 PM at PCPL Columbus

Cookbook Club
3rd Thursdays @ 12pm
Columbus Library

Each month, try your hand at a new recipe! Bring a dish related to our theme and a copy of your recipe to share at a potluck lunch.

January 15: Culinary Bucket List (a dish from a country on your travel bucket list)
February 19: Appalachian Eats
March 19: Tea Party
April 16: Brunch
May 21: Childhood Classics
June 18: BYO Board

Book Brick Painting
04/21/2026 , 4:30 PM at PCPL Columbus

Bookish Craft Series: Book Brick Painting
Tuesday, April 21
Columbus Library

Paint a brick to look like a classic book. Take it home to use as a decoration or place in your garden! Drop in from 4:30-6:30pm. This program is for teens and adults only (ages 13+).

Circle of Parents
04/22/2026 , 9:30 AM at PCPL Columbus

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.

Library Lab: 3D Printing
04/22/2026 , 1:00 PM at PCPL Columbus

Library Lab: 3D Printing
Wed, April 22 @ 1pm
Columbus Library

Have an idea for a statue or quality-of-life item? Want to take the stuff from your mind and make it real? Participants will learn how to use Tinkercad (an online 3D modeling program) and Thingiverse (online library of 3D models), and will be provided with clay that they can scan into a 3D model.

Circle of Parents
04/29/2026 , 9:30 AM at PCPL Columbus

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.

Functional Fungi
04/30/2026 , 1:00 PM at PCPL Columbus

Functional Fungi
Thursday, April 30 @ 1pm
Columbus Library

From teas to tinctures, mushrooms are powerful tools in the world of wellness. Join mycologist Lizza Bixby and discover the healing side of fungi!

Circle of Parents
05/06/2026 , 9:30 AM at PCPL Columbus

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.

Miniature Libraries
05/07/2026 , 4:30 PM at PCPL Columbus

Bookish Craft Series: Miniature Libraries
Thursday, May 7
Columbus Library

Think big, build small! Transform a tiny tin into a pocket-sized library complete with books, shelves, and charming details. Drop in from 4:30-6:30pm. This program is for teens and adults only (ages 13+).

Circle of Parents
05/13/2026 , 9:30 AM at PCPL Columbus

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.

Circle of Parents
05/20/2026 , 9:30 AM at PCPL Columbus

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.

Cookbook Club
05/21/2026 , 12:00 PM at PCPL Columbus

Cookbook Club
3rd Thursdays @ 12pm
Columbus Library

Each month, try your hand at a new recipe! Bring a dish related to our theme and a copy of your recipe to share at a potluck lunch.

January 15: Culinary Bucket List (a dish from a country on your travel bucket list)
February 19: Appalachian Eats
March 19: Tea Party
April 16: Brunch
May 21: Childhood Classics
June 18: BYO Board



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