Event appropriate for grades K-5th.

Upcoming Kids Events

Stearns Park Storywalk Ends
03/28/2024 , 12:00 AM

Check out the latest book at the Stearns Park StoryWalk® in Columbus! Embark on a journey of discovery and friendship with Wild Symphony by Dan Brown, an interactive picture book and concert experience detailing the adventures of Maestro Mouse and his companions from the animal kingdom.

The StoryWalk® begins at the playground and continues counter-clockwise on the path around the park. Wild Symphony will be available to read from February 6-March 28, 2024.

Scan the QR code on the last panel to enter to win a prize pack, which includes a copy of the book and a Melissa & Doug deluxe band set!

*FULLY BOOKED* Kids in the Kitchen
03/28/2024 , 4:00 PM at PCPL Columbus

*This program is now fully booked.*

Kids in the Kitchen
For K-5th graders
Thursdays @ 4pm
Columbus Library

We will learn about food safety and nutrition at this family cooking program using our mobile kitchen! Please note that the minimum age requirement is five years old. Register for the series by March 7th with jdickenson@polklibrary.org (space is limited). This program was made possible by a generous grant from Carolina Foothills Foundation.

March 14: Pepper Tasting
March 21: Zesty Mint Lemonade
March 28: Berry Compote Parfait

Pajama Storytime
03/28/2024 , 6:00 PM at PCPL Columbus

Pajama Storytime
4th Thursdays @ 6pm
Columbus Library

Join us for a special evening storytime – all are welcome to wear pajamas and bring stuffed animals and blankets! Storytime is designed for ages 2-5.

Kids Craft: Beaded Spiral Snail
04/02/2024 , 12:00 AM

April Take & Make
Kids (preK-5th grade): Beaded Spiral Snail
Video demo: April 2nd

The Amazing World of Plants
04/11/2024 , 4:00 PM at PCPL Columbus

The Amazing World of Plants
Thursday, April 11 @ 4pm
Columbus Library

Join us for an educational program with the North Carolina Arboretum to learn all about the many different plants that call Western North Carolina their home! Come ready to hear about the ecoEXPLORE program, find out what makes a plant a plant, how plants make their own food, where different plants can be found, plus much more! This program is designed for kids ages 5-13.

Saluda Storytime
04/16/2024 , 10:30 AM at PCPL Saluda

Join us for books, songs, and a fun craft or activity! Storytime is designed for ages 2-5.
Saluda Library: Tuesdays @ 10:30
Columbus Library: Wednesdays @ 10:30

Dance Party w/ Polk County Parks & Rec – 3rd week of the month following storytime
Saluda Library: April 16, May 21
Columbus Library: April 17, May 22

Bilingual Storytime (books in English and Spanish)
Saluda Library: April 23
Columbus Library: April 24

Spring Weather Storytime w/ Partnership for Children of the Foothills
Saluda Library: April 30
Columbus Library: May 1

Columbus Storytime
04/17/2024 , 10:30 AM at PCPL Columbus

Join us for books, songs, and a fun craft or activity! Storytime is designed for ages 2-5.
Saluda Library: Tuesdays @ 10:30
Columbus Library: Wednesdays @ 10:30

Dance Party w/ Polk County Parks & Rec – 3rd week of the month following storytime
Saluda Library: April 16, May 21
Columbus Library: April 17, May 22

Bilingual Storytime (books in English and Spanish)
Saluda Library: April 23
Columbus Library: April 24

Spring Weather Storytime w/ Partnership for Children of the Foothills
Saluda Library: April 30
Columbus Library: May 1

Kids in the Kitchen
04/17/2024 , 4:00 PM at PCPL Columbus

Kids in the Kitchen
for K-5th graders
Alternating Wednesdays @ 4pm
Columbus Library

We will learn about food safety and nutrition at this family cooking program using our mobile kitchen! Please note that the minimum age requirement is five years old. Register for the series by April 12th with jdickenson@polklibrary.org (space is limited). This program was made possible by a generous grant from Carolina Foothills Foundation.

April 17: Avocado Toast
May 1: Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp
May 15: Bahn-Mi

Gentle Giants: All About Elephants
04/22/2024 , 4:00 PM at PCPL Saluda

Gentle Giants: All About Elephants
Monday, April 22 @ 4pm
Saluda Library

Vicki Leeds, an EleAmbassador for The Elephant Sanctuary in Tennessee, will share information about the sanctuary and stories of some of the elephants! This program is designed for kids ages 7 and up.

Saluda Storytime
04/23/2024 , 10:30 AM at PCPL Saluda

Join us for books, songs, and a fun craft or activity! Storytime is designed for ages 2-5.
Saluda Library: Tuesdays @ 10:30
Columbus Library: Wednesdays @ 10:30

Dance Party w/ Polk County Parks & Rec – 3rd week of the month following storytime
Saluda Library: April 16, May 21
Columbus Library: April 17, May 22

Bilingual Storytime (books in English and Spanish)
Saluda Library: April 23
Columbus Library: April 24

Spring Weather Storytime w/ Partnership for Children of the Foothills
Saluda Library: April 30
Columbus Library: May 1

Columbus Storytime
04/24/2024 , 10:30 AM at PCPL Columbus

Join us for books, songs, and a fun craft or activity! Storytime is designed for ages 2-5.
Saluda Library: Tuesdays @ 10:30
Columbus Library: Wednesdays @ 10:30

Dance Party w/ Polk County Parks & Rec – 3rd week of the month following storytime
Saluda Library: April 16, May 21
Columbus Library: April 17, May 22

Bilingual Storytime (books in English and Spanish)
Saluda Library: April 23
Columbus Library: April 24

Spring Weather Storytime w/ Partnership for Children of the Foothills
Saluda Library: April 30
Columbus Library: May 1

Pajama Storytime
04/25/2024 , 6:00 PM at PCPL Columbus

Pajama Storytime
4th Thursdays @ 6pm
Columbus Library

Join us for a special evening storytime – all are welcome to wear pajamas and bring stuffed animals and blankets! Storytime is designed for ages 2-5.

Saluda Storytime
04/30/2024 , 10:30 AM at PCPL Saluda

Join us for books, songs, and a fun craft or activity! Storytime is designed for ages 2-5.
Saluda Library: Tuesdays @ 10:30
Columbus Library: Wednesdays @ 10:30

Dance Party w/ Polk County Parks & Rec – 3rd week of the month following storytime
Saluda Library: April 16, May 21
Columbus Library: April 17, May 22

Bilingual Storytime (books in English and Spanish)
Saluda Library: April 23
Columbus Library: April 24

Spring Weather Storytime w/ Partnership for Children of the Foothills
Saluda Library: April 30
Columbus Library: May 1

Columbus Storytime
05/01/2024 , 10:30 AM at PCPL Columbus

Join us for books, songs, and a fun craft or activity! Storytime is designed for ages 2-5.
Saluda Library: Tuesdays @ 10:30
Columbus Library: Wednesdays @ 10:30

Dance Party w/ Polk County Parks & Rec – 3rd week of the month following storytime
Saluda Library: April 16, May 21
Columbus Library: April 17, May 22

Bilingual Storytime (books in English and Spanish)
Saluda Library: April 23
Columbus Library: April 24

Spring Weather Storytime w/ Partnership for Children of the Foothills
Saluda Library: April 30
Columbus Library: May 1

Kids in the Kitchen
05/01/2024 , 4:00 PM at PCPL Columbus

Kids in the Kitchen
for K-5th graders
Alternating Wednesdays @ 4pm
Columbus Library

We will learn about food safety and nutrition at this family cooking program using our mobile kitchen! Please note that the minimum age requirement is five years old. Register for the series by April 12th with jdickenson@polklibrary.org (space is limited). This program was made possible by a generous grant from Carolina Foothills Foundation.

April 17: Avocado Toast
May 1: Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp
May 15: Bahn-Mi

Saluda Storytime
05/07/2024 , 10:30 AM at PCPL Saluda

Join us for books, songs, and a fun craft or activity! Storytime is designed for ages 2-5.
Saluda Library: Tuesdays @ 10:30
Columbus Library: Wednesdays @ 10:30

Dance Party w/ Polk County Parks & Rec – 3rd week of the month following storytime
Saluda Library: April 16, May 21
Columbus Library: April 17, May 22

Bilingual Storytime (books in English and Spanish)
Saluda Library: April 23
Columbus Library: April 24

Spring Weather Storytime w/ Partnership for Children of the Foothills
Saluda Library: April 30
Columbus Library: May 1

Columbus Storytime
05/08/2024 , 10:30 AM at PCPL Columbus

Join us for books, songs, and a fun craft or activity! Storytime is designed for ages 2-5.
Saluda Library: Tuesdays @ 10:30
Columbus Library: Wednesdays @ 10:30

Dance Party w/ Polk County Parks & Rec – 3rd week of the month following storytime
Saluda Library: April 16, May 21
Columbus Library: April 17, May 22

Bilingual Storytime (books in English and Spanish)
Saluda Library: April 23
Columbus Library: April 24

Spring Weather Storytime w/ Partnership for Children of the Foothills
Saluda Library: April 30
Columbus Library: May 1

Saluda Storytime
05/14/2024 , 10:30 AM at PCPL Saluda

Join us for books, songs, and a fun craft or activity! Storytime is designed for ages 2-5.
Saluda Library: Tuesdays @ 10:30
Columbus Library: Wednesdays @ 10:30

Dance Party w/ Polk County Parks & Rec – 3rd week of the month following storytime
Saluda Library: April 16, May 21
Columbus Library: April 17, May 22

Bilingual Storytime (books in English and Spanish)
Saluda Library: April 23
Columbus Library: April 24

Spring Weather Storytime w/ Partnership for Children of the Foothills
Saluda Library: April 30
Columbus Library: May 1

Columbus Storytime
05/15/2024 , 10:30 AM at PCPL Columbus

Join us for books, songs, and a fun craft or activity! Storytime is designed for ages 2-5.
Saluda Library: Tuesdays @ 10:30
Columbus Library: Wednesdays @ 10:30

Dance Party w/ Polk County Parks & Rec – 3rd week of the month following storytime
Saluda Library: April 16, May 21
Columbus Library: April 17, May 22

Bilingual Storytime (books in English and Spanish)
Saluda Library: April 23
Columbus Library: April 24

Spring Weather Storytime w/ Partnership for Children of the Foothills
Saluda Library: April 30
Columbus Library: May 1

Kids in the Kitchen
05/15/2024 , 4:00 PM at PCPL Columbus

Kids in the Kitchen
for K-5th graders
Alternating Wednesdays @ 4pm
Columbus Library

We will learn about food safety and nutrition at this family cooking program using our mobile kitchen! Please note that the minimum age requirement is five years old. Register for the series by April 12th with jdickenson@polklibrary.org (space is limited). This program was made possible by a generous grant from Carolina Foothills Foundation.

April 17: Avocado Toast
May 1: Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp
May 15: Bahn-Mi



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