Event appropriate for grades K-5th.
Upcoming Kids Events
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*CANCELED* Saluda Storytime 02/03/2026 , 10:30 AM at PCPL Saluda Saluda Storytime Join us for books, songs, and a craft or activity! Storytime is designed for ages 2-5. The 4th week of the month are “A Sprinkle of Spanish” storytimes. Partnership for Children of the Foothills also hold their free Circle of Parents program in the Columbus Library meeting room from 9-11am on Wednesdays!
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*CANCELED* Kids Science: Balloon Blasters 02/03/2026 , 4:00 PM at PCPL Columbus Balloon Blasters: Build & Race Your Own Airships In this fast-paced, hands-on STEM adventure for kids in grades K-5, presented by Zaniac Learning, kids will design, build, and test their very own balloon-powered airships! As they race their creations down a track, they’ll discover how air pressure, propulsion, friction, and aerodynamics combine to create motion. Through playful experimentation and friendly competition, participants will develop creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving skills all while watching physics come to life. This program is now fully booked and on a waitlist. Registration is required and space is limited. Email jdickenson@polklibrary.org to sign up. Thanks to the Friends of the Polk County Public Libraries for sponsoring this program!
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Columbus Storytime 02/04/2026 , 10:30 AM at PCPL Columbus Columbus Storytime Join us for books, songs, and a craft or activity! Storytime is designed for ages 2-5. The 4th week of the month are “A Sprinkle of Spanish” storytimes. Partnership for Children of the Foothills also hold their free Circle of Parents program in the Columbus Library meeting room from 9-11am on Wednesdays!
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Saluda Storytime 02/10/2026 , 10:30 AM at PCPL Saluda Saluda Storytime Join us for books, songs, and a craft or activity! Storytime is designed for ages 2-5. The 4th week of the month are “A Sprinkle of Spanish” storytimes. Partnership for Children of the Foothills also hold their free Circle of Parents program in the Columbus Library meeting room from 9-11am on Wednesdays!
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Valentine’s Day Crafternoon for Kids 02/10/2026 , 3:30 PM at PCPL Columbus Valentine’s Day Crafternoon for Kids Kids and their families are invited to drop in and make Valentine’s Day themed crafts!
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Columbus Storytime 02/11/2026 , 10:30 AM at PCPL Columbus Columbus Storytime Join us for books, songs, and a craft or activity! Storytime is designed for ages 2-5. The 4th week of the month are “A Sprinkle of Spanish” storytimes. Partnership for Children of the Foothills also hold their free Circle of Parents program in the Columbus Library meeting room from 9-11am on Wednesdays!
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Saluda Storytime 02/17/2026 , 10:30 AM at PCPL Saluda Saluda Storytime Join us for books, songs, and a craft or activity! Storytime is designed for ages 2-5. The 4th week of the month are “A Sprinkle of Spanish” storytimes. Partnership for Children of the Foothills also hold their free Circle of Parents program in the Columbus Library meeting room from 9-11am on Wednesdays!
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Columbus Storytime 02/18/2026 , 10:30 AM at PCPL Columbus Columbus Storytime Join us for books, songs, and a craft or activity! Storytime is designed for ages 2-5. The 4th week of the month are “A Sprinkle of Spanish” storytimes. Partnership for Children of the Foothills also hold their free Circle of Parents program in the Columbus Library meeting room from 9-11am on Wednesdays!
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Pajama Storytime 02/19/2026 , 6:00 PM at PCPL Columbus Pajama Storytime Join us for a special evening storytime – all are welcome to wear pajamas and bring stuffed animals and blankets!
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Saluda Storytime 02/24/2026 , 10:30 AM at PCPL Saluda Saluda Storytime Join us for books, songs, and a craft or activity! Storytime is designed for ages 2-5. The 4th week of the month are “A Sprinkle of Spanish” storytimes. Partnership for Children of the Foothills also hold their free Circle of Parents program in the Columbus Library meeting room from 9-11am on Wednesdays!
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Cooking Up Stories 02/24/2026 , 4:00 PM at PCPL Saluda Cooking Up Stories This program for K-5th graders combines picture books with delicious dishes! Registration required as space is limited. Email jdickenson@polklibrary.org by the Thursday before each session to sign up. Sessions may be cancelled if not enough participants register. Jan 27: Gazpacho for Nacho Feb 24: Pickle Words March 24: When We Gather April 28: Foodie Faces This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Polk County Public Libraries.
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Columbus Storytime 02/25/2026 , 10:30 AM at PCPL Columbus Columbus Storytime Join us for books, songs, and a craft or activity! Storytime is designed for ages 2-5. The 4th week of the month are “A Sprinkle of Spanish” storytimes. Partnership for Children of the Foothills also hold their free Circle of Parents program in the Columbus Library meeting room from 9-11am on Wednesdays!
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Saluda Storytime 03/03/2026 , 10:30 AM at PCPL Saluda Saluda Storytime Join us for books, songs, and a craft or activity! Storytime is designed for ages 2-5. The 4th week of the month are “A Sprinkle of Spanish” storytimes. Partnership for Children of the Foothills also hold their free Circle of Parents program in the Columbus Library meeting room from 9-11am on Wednesdays!
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Columbus Storytime 03/04/2026 , 10:30 AM at PCPL Columbus Columbus Storytime Join us for books, songs, and a craft or activity! Storytime is designed for ages 2-5. The 4th week of the month are “A Sprinkle of Spanish” storytimes. Partnership for Children of the Foothills also hold their free Circle of Parents program in the Columbus Library meeting room from 9-11am on Wednesdays!
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Saluda Storytime 03/10/2026 , 10:30 AM at PCPL Saluda Saluda Storytime Join us for books, songs, and a craft or activity! Storytime is designed for ages 2-5. The 4th week of the month are “A Sprinkle of Spanish” storytimes. Partnership for Children of the Foothills also hold their free Circle of Parents program in the Columbus Library meeting room from 9-11am on Wednesdays!
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Columbus Storytime 03/11/2026 , 10:30 AM at PCPL Columbus Columbus Storytime Join us for books, songs, and a craft or activity! Storytime is designed for ages 2-5. The 4th week of the month are “A Sprinkle of Spanish” storytimes. Partnership for Children of the Foothills also hold their free Circle of Parents program in the Columbus Library meeting room from 9-11am on Wednesdays!
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Cooking Up Stories 03/24/2026 , 4:00 PM at PCPL Saluda Cooking Up Stories This program for K-5th graders combines picture books with delicious dishes! Registration required as space is limited. Email jdickenson@polklibrary.org by the Thursday before each session to sign up. Sessions may be cancelled if not enough participants register. Jan 27: Gazpacho for Nacho Feb 24: Pickle Words March 24: When We Gather April 28: Foodie Faces This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Polk County Public Libraries.
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Cooking Up Stories 04/28/2026 , 4:00 PM at PCPL Saluda Cooking Up Stories This program for K-5th graders combines picture books with delicious dishes! Registration required as space is limited. Email jdickenson@polklibrary.org by the Thursday before each session to sign up. Sessions may be cancelled if not enough participants register. Jan 27: Gazpacho for Nacho Feb 24: Pickle Words March 24: When We Gather April 28: Foodie Faces This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Polk County Public Libraries.
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