Event appropriate for grades K-5th.

Upcoming Kids Events

Columbus Storytime
10/29/2025 , 10:30 AM at PCPL Columbus

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. There will be no storytimes the week of Thanksgiving.

FULLY BOOKED Spooktacular Science
10/30/2025 , 4:00 PM at PCPL Columbus

***This program is now FULLY BOOKED!

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.

Stearns Park StoryWalk
11/03/2025 , 12:00 AM at Stearns Park

Check out the latest book in the Stearns Park StoryWalk®, We Are Grateful: Otsaliheliga, written by Traci Sorell and illustrated by Frane Lessac!

The word otsaliheliga is used by members of the Cherokee Nation to express gratitude. Beginning in the fall with the new year and ending in summer, follow a full Cherokee year of celebrations and experiences.

The StoryWalk® begins at the playground and continues counter-clockwise on the path around the park. We Are Grateful: Otsaliheliga will be available to read in November and December.

Saluda Storytime
11/04/2025 , 10:30 AM at PCPL Saluda

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. There will be no storytimes the week of Thanksgiving.

Columbus Storytime
11/05/2025 , 10:30 AM at PCPL Columbus

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. There will be no storytimes the week of Thanksgiving.

Mammals of WNC
11/06/2025 , 4:00 PM at PCPL Columbus

Mammals of WNC
Thursday, Nov 6 @ 4pm
Columbus Library

Join us for an educational program with the North Carolina Arboretum to learn all about the many different types of mammals that call Western North Carolina their home! Ever wondered why some wild mammals hibernate and some don’t? Or how to tell if a wild mammal has visited an area? At this program we’ll answer these questions and more! Come ready to hear about the ecoEXPLORE program, get up close and personal with some mammal artifacts such as skulls and skins, find out what makes a mammal a mammal, plus much more! This program is for ages 5-13.

Saluda Storytime
11/11/2025 , 10:30 AM at PCPL Saluda

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. There will be no storytimes the week of Thanksgiving.

Columbus Storytime
11/12/2025 , 10:30 AM at PCPL Columbus

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. There will be no storytimes the week of Thanksgiving.

Nintendo Switch Hang Out
11/13/2025 , 3:30 PM at PCPL Columbus

Nintendo Switch Hang Out
Thurs, November 13, 3:30-6:30pm
Columbus Library

Kids in 5th grade and younger are invited to bring their own Nintendo Switch/controllers to play at the library with new friends, or play Mario Kart on the library’s Switch. This is a drop-in program, so come for all three hours, or just a bit!

Saluda Storytime
11/18/2025 , 10:30 AM at PCPL Saluda

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. There will be no storytimes the week of Thanksgiving.

Cooking Up Stories
11/18/2025 , 4:00 PM at PCPL Saluda

Cooking Up Stories
3rd Tuesdays @ 4pm
Saluda Library

This new 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.

Sept 16: Kalamata’s Kitchen by Sarah Thomas
READ: a story about a girl and her stuffed alligator, who learn that food and memory have the power to make you feel comforted and brave
MAKE: South Indian dal

Oct 21: Pizza! A Slice of History by Greg Pizzoli
READ: the hilarious and mouth-watering history of pizza
MAKE: mini English muffin pizzas

Nov 18: Nacho’s Nachos by Sandra Nickel
READ: the delicious true story of an inventive chef and the events that led to the creation of the world’s favorite snack
MAKE: nachos

Dec 16: Carla and the Christmas Cornbread by Carla Hall
READ: a story about a girl who visits her grandparents’ house for the holiday
MAKE: cornbread with cinnamon butter

Columbus Storytime
11/19/2025 , 10:30 AM at PCPL Columbus

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. There will be no storytimes the week of Thanksgiving.

Cherokee Tales
11/24/2025 , 4:00 PM at PCPL Columbus

Bright Star Touring Theatre presents Cherokee Tales
Mon, November 24 @ 4pm
Columbus Library

The Cherokee People have a rich history of myths, legends, and folktales explaining everything from the creation of the world to how the plants and animals around us came to look and behave the way they do today. Developed in partnership with the Cherokee Historical Association, this play introduces young audiences to the Cherokee people through a series of fun and engaging stories. This program is designed for K-6th graders, but anyone is welcome to attend.

Saluda Storytime
12/02/2025 , 10:30 AM at PCPL Saluda

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. There will be no storytimes the week of Thanksgiving.

Columbus Storytime
12/03/2025 , 10:30 AM at PCPL Columbus

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. There will be no storytimes the week of Thanksgiving.

Saluda Storytime
12/09/2025 , 10:30 AM at PCPL Saluda

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. There will be no storytimes the week of Thanksgiving.

Columbus Storytime
12/10/2025 , 10:30 AM at PCPL Columbus

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. There will be no storytimes the week of Thanksgiving.

Cooking Up Stories
12/16/2025 , 4:00 PM at PCPL Saluda

Cooking Up Stories
3rd Tuesdays @ 4pm
Saluda Library

This new 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.

Sept 16: Kalamata’s Kitchen by Sarah Thomas
READ: a story about a girl and her stuffed alligator, who learn that food and memory have the power to make you feel comforted and brave
MAKE: South Indian dal

Oct 21: Pizza! A Slice of History by Greg Pizzoli
READ: the hilarious and mouth-watering history of pizza
MAKE: mini English muffin pizzas

Nov 18: Nacho’s Nachos by Sandra Nickel
READ: the delicious true story of an inventive chef and the events that led to the creation of the world’s favorite snack
MAKE: nachos

Dec 16: Carla and the Christmas Cornbread by Carla Hall
READ: a story about a girl who visits her grandparents’ house for the holiday
MAKE: cornbread with cinnamon butter