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 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 |
Pajama Storytime 03/28/2024 , 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! Storytime is designed for ages 2-5. |
Kids Craft: Beaded Spiral Snail 04/02/2024 , 12:00 AM April Take & Make |
The Amazing World of Plants 04/11/2024 , 4:00 PM at PCPL Columbus The Amazing World of Plants 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. Dance Party w/ Polk County Parks & Rec – 3rd week of the month following storytime Bilingual Storytime (books in English and Spanish) Spring Weather Storytime w/ Partnership for Children of the Foothills |
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. Dance Party w/ Polk County Parks & Rec – 3rd week of the month following storytime Bilingual Storytime (books in English and Spanish) Spring Weather Storytime w/ Partnership for Children of the Foothills |
Kids in the Kitchen 04/17/2024 , 4:00 PM at PCPL Columbus Kids in the Kitchen 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 |
Gentle Giants: All About Elephants 04/22/2024 , 4:00 PM at PCPL Saluda Gentle Giants: All About Elephants 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. Dance Party w/ Polk County Parks & Rec – 3rd week of the month following storytime Bilingual Storytime (books in English and Spanish) Spring Weather Storytime w/ Partnership for Children of the Foothills |
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. Dance Party w/ Polk County Parks & Rec – 3rd week of the month following storytime Bilingual Storytime (books in English and Spanish) Spring Weather Storytime w/ Partnership for Children of the Foothills |
Pajama Storytime 04/25/2024 , 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! 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. Dance Party w/ Polk County Parks & Rec – 3rd week of the month following storytime Bilingual Storytime (books in English and Spanish) Spring Weather Storytime w/ Partnership for Children of the Foothills |
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. Dance Party w/ Polk County Parks & Rec – 3rd week of the month following storytime Bilingual Storytime (books in English and Spanish) Spring Weather Storytime w/ Partnership for Children of the Foothills |
Kids in the Kitchen 05/01/2024 , 4:00 PM at PCPL Columbus Kids in the Kitchen 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 |
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. Dance Party w/ Polk County Parks & Rec – 3rd week of the month following storytime Bilingual Storytime (books in English and Spanish) Spring Weather Storytime w/ Partnership for Children of the Foothills |
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. Dance Party w/ Polk County Parks & Rec – 3rd week of the month following storytime Bilingual Storytime (books in English and Spanish) Spring Weather Storytime w/ Partnership for Children of the Foothills |
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. Dance Party w/ Polk County Parks & Rec – 3rd week of the month following storytime Bilingual Storytime (books in English and Spanish) Spring Weather Storytime w/ Partnership for Children of the Foothills |
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. Dance Party w/ Polk County Parks & Rec – 3rd week of the month following storytime Bilingual Storytime (books in English and Spanish) Spring Weather Storytime w/ Partnership for Children of the Foothills |
Kids in the Kitchen 05/15/2024 , 4:00 PM at PCPL Columbus Kids in the Kitchen 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 |