Event appropriate for grades K-5th.
Upcoming Kids Events
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Mouse Saves Christmas 12/22/2025 , 2:00 PM at PCPL Columbus Mouse Saves Christmas On Christmas Eve, one tiny hero with a big heart sets out to save the day—and the whole holiday season! Mouse Saves Christmas is an interactive stage adventure brought to life with breathtaking puppetry, toe-tapping music, and a cast of professional performers that will leave all ages laughing and cheering! Step into a magical world where friendship, bravery, and a sprinkle of holiday mischief take center stage. It’s a holiday celebration for the entire family, mouse-sized and magic-packed! This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Polk County Public Libraries.
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Noon Year’s Eve Party 12/31/2025 , 11:30 AM at PCPL Columbus Noon Year’s Eve Party Kids and their families are invited to ring in 2026 a few hours early. Join us for New Year’s crafts and activities, and a balloon drop at 12pm sharp! This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Polk County Public Libraries.
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Stearns Park Storywalk 01/12/2026 , 12:00 AM at Stearns Park Check out the latest book in the Stearns Park StoryWalk®, Stretch by Doreen Cronin and Scott Menchin! Can you stretch to the ceiling? Can you stretch to the floor? You can stretch with a whisper, you can stretch with a roar! The energetic pooch in this book gives new meaning to the yoga pose downward facing dog. Read along with this story to stretch your body and imagination! The StoryWalk® begins at the playground and continues counter-clockwise on the path around the park. Stretch will be there to read from January 12 through the end of February.
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Yogi Bears 01/13/2026 , 3:30 PM at PCPL Columbus Yogi Bears Join Allie for a fun, themed session of kids’ yoga! Through song, mindfulness, and movement, we will stretch our bodies and calm our minds. Please wear comfy clothes to move in – yoga mats will be provided. Recommended for ages 5-9. January’s theme will be Snowga. Registration is required and space is limited. Email Allie at asnyder@polklibrary.org to reserve your spot.
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Saluda Storytime 01/20/2026 , 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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Birding for Kids 01/20/2026 , 4:00 PM at PCPL Columbus Birding for Kids Join us for an educational program with the North Carolina Arboretum to learn all about birds, and the many different types that call Western North Carolina their home! Ever wondered why some birds migrate and some don’t? Or why some birds are bright colors while others blend in? At this program we’ll answer these and all of our biggest bird questions. We’ll also venture out on a bird walk (weather permitting), where we’ll learn how to use binoculars, search for evidence of birds, and learn some bird calls. Come ready to hear about the ecoEXPLORE program, our area’s many different types of birds, what they eat, where they live, plus much more! This program is for kids ages 5-13. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Polk County Public Libraries.
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Columbus Storytime 01/21/2026 , 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 01/27/2026 , 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 01/27/2026 , 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 01/28/2026 , 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 02/03/2026 , 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 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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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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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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