Curious about NC Cardinal? Polk County Public Libraries are now part of the NC Cardinal system. Library staff members will explain the system changes at the following sessions: Columbus Library Thursday, Feb. 1st at 6:00pm Monday, Feb. 5th at 10:00am Thursday, Feb. 15th at 6:00pm Monday, Feb. 19th at 10:00am Saluda Library Monday, Feb. 26th [...]

Do you know how to play chess? Players of all ages and experience ranges are invited to join the Foothills Chess Club on Monday afternoons at the Columbus Library. Learn the basics and then challenge yourself by playing with someone new.

For preschoolers to fifth graders! Enjoy fun, free activities on Monday afternoons at Saluda Library. Feb 5: Shrinky Dinks Try out this easy craft! Trace or draw an image onto special plastic, color it in, cut it out, and then watch it shrink as it bakes in the oven!

Rising Readers is our storytime for children ages 2-5. Enjoy books, songs, and a special craft or activity every week!

For preschoolers to fifth graders! Enjoy fun, free activities on Wednesday afternoons at Columbus Library. Feb 7: Buildamania Build awesome creations with the library’s 10,000 LEGOs and other fun bricks and blocks!

Teens in grades 6-12 are invited to join the Saluda Teen Advisory Group. Offer input on future teen programs, materials, and spaces in the library! Applications are accepted from August to October.