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 teens in grades 6-12 only! Enjoy free snacks and fun activities on Monday afternoons at the Saluda Library. December 19: Nintendo Wii U Free Play Play fun games like Mario Kart and Super Smash Brothers on the big screen and enjoy free snacks.

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

For teens in grades 6-12 only! Enjoy free snacks and fun activities on Tuesday afternoons at the Columbus Library. December 20: Tacky Holiday T-Shirts & Christmas Karaoke Bring your own t-shirt to decorate with tacky holiday materials. We’ll sing some Christmas tunes too!

Polk County Public Library will host a family movie night at Tryon Theater as part of our Season of Giving program. Watch the holiday movie Elf starring Will Ferrell (rated PG). In lieu of theater admission, please bring a nonperishable food item to be donated to Thermal Belt Outreach Ministries. FREE hot chocolate and cookies [...]

Babies and toddlers up to 24 months old will enjoy books, songs, and playtime with special sensory toys. Parents and caregivers can learn fun techniques for encouraging early literacy at home.