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Teen STEAM @ Hope: Fluffy Slime

Learn to turn that boring, not-fluffy slime into FLUFFY SLIME!

Learn to turn that boring, not-fluffy slime into FLUFFY SLIME! Slime so soft you can use it as a pillow. All materials provided. (Disclaimer: the fluffiness is too pure for the world, so it will only last up to one week, after which it will return to being normal slime).

AGE GROUP: | Teens (Grades 7-12) |

EVENT TYPE: | Teen | STEAM |

Hope
Phone: 812-546-5310
Hours
Mon, May 19 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, May 20 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, May 21 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Thu, May 22 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, May 23 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 24 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, May 25 Closed
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About the branch

The Hope Branch Library is located on the Hope town square at 635 Harrison St.  Completed in 1998 and designed by architect Deborah Berke, it is the information hub for the town of Hope.

Upcoming events

Versiti Blood Center of Indiana - Blood Drive
Fri, May 23, 12:30pm - 3:30pm
Columbus
Help us meet our goal lifesaving donations for Indiana patients in need! *Each donation saves up to 3 Hoosier lives* APPOINTMENTS PREFERRED Schedule your donation using the registration link below.
Register
Notary Available at Hope Branch Library
Fri, May 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hope - Hope Branch Library
Come to Hope Branch Library on Fridays from 2-3PM to get items notarized by staff member notary Jennifer Pardue. Please have photo ID.
Teen Art Studio: Q-Tip Cherry Blossoms
Fri, May 23, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
Celebrate spring weather and blooming flowers by learning to paint cherry or plum blossom trees.
Tween Stitch Camp: Foundations of Crochet - Grades 4-6
Fri, May 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Columbus - Tween Area
Join children's library staff to learn the basics and foundations of crochet.
This event is full
Saturday Storytime: Ready for Summer!
Sat, May 24, 11:00am - 11:45am
Columbus - Red Room
Stories, lemonade, and a summertime craft!
Toddler Time - Ages 1-3
Tue, May 27, 9:15am - 9:45am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Toddler Time!
Toddler Time - Ages 1-3
Tue, May 27, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Toddler Time!
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5
Tue, May 27, 11:00am - 11:30am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Storytime!
Chair Yoga
Tue, May 27, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Columbus - Red Room
Join us for a one-hour session with certified yoga and chair yoga instructor. These sessions are great for beginners and those who want to focus on gentle practice.
Legal Aid Clinic
Tue, May 27, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Lower Level Reception Area,Meeting Room 3,Meeting Room 4,Meeting Room 5
3pm - 4pm General Civil Advice Clinic 4pm - 5pm Eviction Legal Advice
All Book'd Book Club
Tue, May 27, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Columbus - Red Room,Zoom 2
Join library staff members Shelly and Maria for a book discussion of "Frozen River" by Ariel Lawhon.
Girls Who Code
Tue, May 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Girls Who Code Clubs are spaces where girls can join our sisterhood of supportive peers and use Computer Science to change the world.
Reading with Friends
Wed, May 28, 9:30am - 10:30am
Columbus - Red Room
This book group is designed for readers and non-readers. Participants can enjoy stories and be guided through discussion and activities related to the reading.
Teen Film Series: Mental Health Awareness Month Marathon
Wed, May 28, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
10 - Gaslight 12 - Inside Out 1:30 - Inside Out 2 3 - The Perks of Being a Wallflower
Sing & Play with Allie Jean - Ages 2-8
Wed, May 28, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Columbus - Children's Programming Room
Little ones are invited to Sing & Play with Allie Jean!
Kids' Ukulele Class - Grades K-6
Wed, May 28, 4:35pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Children's Programming Room
Kids in grades K-6 are invited to the children's department to learn how to play the ukulele with local musician, teacher, and mom- Allie Jean!
This event is full
Library Babies - For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, May 29, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus - Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
This event is full
Library Babies - For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, May 29, 10:35am - 11:00am
Columbus - Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
Library Babies - For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, May 29, 11:05am - 11:30am
Columbus - Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
Teen Disc Golf
Thu, May 29, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Columbus - Non-Library Location (See description)
Learn to play Disc Golf on the new course at the Lex (850 Tipton Lane)! Discs provided and beginners welcome!
Tween Game Time
Thu, May 29, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Tween Area
Stop by after school and join us for some laid-back fun as we play our way through our collection of board, card, and dice games. Game selection may vary.
Teen Game Day
Thu, May 29, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Area
Learn to play new games and enjoy older ones in this afterschool games club. Games include Disney Sorcerer?s Arena: Epic Alliance, numerous unicorn-themed games, and play games on our arcade machine.
Family Exercise and Movement with Ruth Bayardo - Ages 4-10 and Caregivers
Thu, May 29, 4:45pm - 5:15pm
Columbus - Library Patio,Red Room
Bring your friends and family members for a kid-friendly exercise and wellness program!
Food, Insecure
Thu, May 29, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Columbus - Red Room
Join us for a powerful screening and conversation on hunger in Indiana. Food, Insecure is a compelling 30-minute film that explores the urgent issue of food insecurity across Indiana.
Age My Way: Stay Informed, Stay Involved
Fri, May 30, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Columbus - Conference Room,Red Room
Join us for a day dedicated to your health, safety, and connection! This free conference is designed especially for older adults looking to live well, stay safe, and stay connected.
Notary Available at Hope Branch Library
Fri, May 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hope - Hope Branch Library
Come to Hope Branch Library on Fridays from 2-3PM to get items notarized by staff member notary Jennifer Pardue. Please have photo ID.
Northbound Hounds on the Plaza - BCPL Concert Series
Fri, May 30, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Columbus - Library Plaza
Enjoy free summer concerts on the Library Plaza! Local bands, great vibes?bring a chair, your favorite snacks, and drinks. Relax, listen, and enjoy live music under the open sky!
River Rat Tales - History on the Ohio River from an Old River Rat
Sat, May 31, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hope - Hope Branch Library
Join Old River Rat Dan as he brings the 1800s Ohio River to life with fascinating tales of steamboats, river towns, and adventures from a bygone era in this lively historical storytelling event.
Mondays at Mill Race Storytime - and BCPL Express!
Mon, Jun 02, 10:00am - 10:30am
Mill Race Park - Amphitheater by 5th Street Entrance
Stories, songs, rhymes, and books to keep at Mill Race Park!
Flow Yoga
Mon, Jun 02, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Columbus - Red Room
Join us for a one-hour session with certified yoga instructor Sonia Aponte. This class will focus on a smooth, continuous flow of movements linked to the breath to help achieve a mind/body balance.
Chuck Taylor and the Crispus Attucks Championship Escape
Mon, Jun 02, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Can you to find a commemorative sneaker made by Converse to celebrate the 1955 and 1956 Indiana high school basketball championships?
Summer Reading Registration Pop-Up
Mon, Jun 02, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Columbus - Library Plaza
Stop by the library plaza to sign up for the Reading Renaissance, learn about upcoming programming, and collect your first prize!
Family Storytime - Ages 1-5
Mon, Jun 02, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Columbus - Children's Programming Room
Join us at the library for Family Storytime!
Toddler Time - Ages 1-3
Tue, Jun 03, 9:15am - 9:45am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Toddler Time!
Toddler Time - Ages 1-3
Tue, Jun 03, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Toddler Time!
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5
Tue, Jun 03, 11:00am - 11:30am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Storytime!
Chair Yoga
Tue, Jun 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Columbus - Red Room
Join us for a one-hour session with certified yoga and chair yoga instructor. These sessions are great for beginners and those who want to focus on gentle practice.
Teen Mini-Faire
Tue, Jun 03, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Columbus - Teen Room
Celebrate the start of Summer Reading with snacks, drinks, and music as we dance around the Maypole.
Adults on the Spectrum
Tue, Jun 03, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Columbus - Meeting Room 4
Support group for individuals 18 and up on the autism spectrum. Provided by Inclusive Options.
Preschool Art Studio - Ages 1-5
Wed, Jun 04, 11:00am - 11:30am
Columbus - Children's Programming Room
Children ages 1-5 and their caregivers can drop in anytime from 11:00-11:30 for age-appropriate Process Art! Process art focuses on the journey of making art rather than focusing on the end product.
Laid Back Library Wednesdays
Wed, Jun 04, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Columbus - Red Room
Join us after lunch for some laid back fun. Games, crafts, and more.
Skill Builders: Bingo
Wed, Jun 04, 1:30pm - 2:15pm
Columbus - Lower Level Reception Area,Meeting Room 3,Meeting Room 4,Meeting Room 5
This month, we will be playing Bingo and signing up for Summer Reading Skill Builders is a program for Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and their caregivers.
Skill Builders: Bingo
Wed, Jun 04, 2:30pm - 3:15pm
Columbus - Lower Level Reception Area,Meeting Room 3,Meeting Room 4,Meeting Room 5
This month, we will be playing Bingo and signing up for Summer Reading Skill Builders is a program for Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and their caregivers.
Kids' Art Studio
Wed, Jun 04, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Columbus - Children's Programming Room,Conference Room
Join library staff and unleash your creativity- we?ll provide all the supplies you need.
Ye Olde Summer Reading Kickoff
Wed, Jun 04, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Hope - Hope Branch Library
Kick off Summer Reading with a Renaissance-themed party in the park! Enjoy crafts, games, and fun for the whole family as we celebrate stories, imagination, and adventure together.
Hope Family Craft
Wed, Jun 04, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Hope - Hope Town Square
Come Join us for the Summer Reading kick-off and make dragon eye necklaces, fire breathing dragons, and bags decorated with castles!
Sierra Club - Winding Waters Group
Wed, Jun 04, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Columbus - Red Room
Join the us for our monthly meeting! Open to the public, each gathering features guest speakers presenting on key environmental topics. Connect, learn, and take action for a greener future.
Register
Bartholomew County Writer's Group
Wed, Jun 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Columbus - Conference Room
We're a collection of local writers of all ages and all genres, gathered to learn from and inspire each other. Together, we can improve our craft and continue down the road to success.
Library Babies - For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Jun 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus - Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
Library Babies - For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Jun 05, 10:35am - 11:00am
Columbus - Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
Library Babies - For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Jun 05, 11:05am - 11:30am
Columbus - Red Room
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
Teen Game Day
Thu, Jun 05, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Columbus - Teen Area
Learn to play new games and enjoy older ones in this afterschool games club. Games include Disney Sorcerer?s Arena: Epic Alliance, numerous unicorn-themed games, and play games on our arcade machine.
Zip Tie Crowns
Thu, Jun 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Are you feeling regal? Show it! We will make crowns out of simple materials that you can start wearing right away!
Family Exercise and Movement with Ruth Bayardo - Ages 4-10 and Caregivers
Thu, Jun 05, 4:45pm - 5:15pm
Columbus - Library Patio,Red Room
Bring your friends and family members for a kid-friendly exercise and wellness program!
Author Visit: Arriel Vinson - In person event
Fri, Jun 06, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Columbus - Red Room
Arriel Vinson is a Reese's Book Club LitUp Fellow and Midwesterner who writes about being young, Black, and in search of freedom.
Teen Volunteer Day
Fri, Jun 06, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
Do you need volunteer hours this summer? Just want to help out the Teen Services Department? We?ve got tasks you can help us with! Please bring any papers that need to be signed with you.
Fairy Tale Friday - at The LEX!
Fri, Jun 06, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
The LEX - 850 Tipton Lane, Columbus
Join us on the lawn for fanciful fairy tales!
Paint Along with Greg Potter - Ages 7-12
Sat, Jun 07, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Join Franklin-based artist Greg Potter and create a fun - maybe even silly - Renaissance-themed painting!
Registration opens Saturday, May 24 2025 at 9:00am
Mondays at Mill Race Storytime - and BCPL Express!
Mon, Jun 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
Mill Race Park - Amphitheater by 5th Street Entrance
Stories, songs, rhymes, and books to keep at Mill Race Park!
Flow Yoga
Mon, Jun 09, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Columbus - Red Room
Join us for a one-hour session with certified yoga instructor Sonia Aponte. This class will focus on a smooth, continuous flow of movements linked to the breath to help achieve a mind/body balance.
Teen Craft Renaissance: Medieval Princess Hats
Mon, Jun 09, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Columbus - Teen Room
Prepare for our upcoming Ren Faire or recreate Chappell Roan?s Grammy look by creating your own Medieval style princess headwear. All supplies to create and decorate your hat will be provided.
Photography 101 - with Viewfinders Photography Club
Mon, Jun 09, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Join members of the Viewfinders Photography club to learn the basics of photography. All skill levels welcome.
Adult Game Night
Mon, Jun 09, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Columbus - Non-Library Location (See description)
Great for veteran gamers and new friends, choose from the library?s selection of games, and / or bring your own. Meet in the family side of Columbus Bar, 322 4th Street.
Family Storytime - Ages 1-5
Mon, Jun 09, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Columbus - Children's Programming Room
Join us at the library for Family Storytime!
Toddler Time - Ages 1-3
Tue, Jun 10, 9:15am - 9:45am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Toddler Time!
Toddler Time - Ages 1-3
Tue, Jun 10, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Toddler Time!
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5
Tue, Jun 10, 11:00am - 11:30am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Storytime!
Chair Yoga
Tue, Jun 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Columbus - Red Room
Join us for a one-hour session with certified yoga and chair yoga instructor. These sessions are great for beginners and those who want to focus on gentle practice.
Teen Crochet Camp
Tue, Jun 10, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
Crochet your own mini banner and decorate it how you want! All skill levels are welcome. Drop in anytime or stay the whole time. Directions and instruction/guidance and all supplies provided.
Miniature Siege Engines
Tue, Jun 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Build working siege engines to defend your miniature castle! Use popsicle sticks and other craft materials to make a miniature catapult or ballista!
Community Music Making: Community Sing
Tue, Jun 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Columbus - Red Room
Join us for a lively community singing event! Follow along with popular tunes or share your favorite song. Sing your heart out and connect through music!
D.I.G. Time (Drop-in Gardening) - Renaissance Edition!
Wed, Jun 11, 11:00am - 11:45am
Columbus - Library Patio
Drop-in to the garden and get messy with us! We'll dig in the garden, explore nature, make art, and play!
Getting Started with Google Docs
Wed, Jun 11, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Columbus - Meeting Room 4
Learn the basics of Google Docs! This class covers creating, editing, and sharing documents so you can work with confidence?whether for home, school, or work.
Laid Back Library Wednesdays
Wed, Jun 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Columbus - Red Room
Join us after lunch for some laid back fun. Games, crafts, and more.
Teen Film Series: Renaissance Double Feature
Wed, Jun 11, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Columbus - Teen Area
See schedule below.
kidscommons at the Hope branch library- animal architects! - Grades K-2
Wed, Jun 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hope - Hope Library (Annex)
Children in grades K-2 are invited to join kidscommons educators at the Hope Branch library to learn about what animals need to survive and construct shelters that will suit different animals.
Teen Film Series: Renaissance Double Feature
Wed, Jun 11, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
See schedule below.
Preschool Dance Class with Megan - Ages 2-5
Thu, Jun 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus - Children's Programming Room
Children ages 2-5 are invited to dance with local dance teacher, Megan! Caregivers will stay in the room with their dancers. Registration is requested.
Registration opens Sunday, June 1 2025 at 9:00am
Library Babies - For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Jun 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
Library Babies - For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Jun 12, 10:35am - 11:00am
Columbus
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
Color Our World with Banzi Balloons
Thu, Jun 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Columbus - Red Room
Hoosier Balloon Artist Brian Getz will illustrate concepts like color, proportion and realism, using examples from famous artwork.
Library Babies - For infants from birth to 18 months
Thu, Jun 12, 11:05am - 11:30am
Columbus
This relaxed program is a baby-friendly introduction to storytime.
Teen Game Day
Thu, Jun 12, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Columbus - Teen Area
Learn to play new games and enjoy older ones in this afterschool games club. Games include Disney Sorcerer?s Arena: Epic Alliance, numerous unicorn-themed games, and play games on our arcade machine.
Teen Dungeons and Dragons: Reading Renaissance
Thu, Jun 12, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
Hunt for the legendary Bard Himself, Billiam Quakesbeard, in this two-part mystery. Create a level 5, fifth edition character prior to the game or use a pre-created character.
Open Mc Poetry & Prose hosted by Skye Nicholson - Brought to You by the Columbus Area Arts Council
Thu, Jun 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Columbus - Red Room
Hear and be heard at this open mic night. Enjoy original poetry and readings from local artists, or present your own writing in a relaxed and nonjudgmental space.
Teen Film Series: Friday the 13th
Fri, Jun 13, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
Spooky monster films for a spooky day! 10 - The Ghost of Frankenstein 11:10 - House of Dracula 12:20 - House on Haunted Hill 1:30 - Attack of the Giant Leeches 2:30 - Arachnophobia
Upcycle It! - Crafting with Bethany Lewis
Fri, Jun 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Columbus - Children's Programming Room
Join local high school student Bethany Lewis to create fun jewelry and other crafts using recycled materials!
Registration opens Sunday, June 1 2025 at 9:00am
Memory Cafe
Fri, Jun 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fairlawn Presbyterian Church
Join us for Memory Café?a welcoming space for adults with dementia and cognitive decline to enjoy engaging activities and social time in a relaxed, supportive environment. Care partners asked to stay.
Fairy Tale Friday - at The LEX!
Fri, Jun 13, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
The LEX - 850 Tipton Lane, Columbus
Join us on the lawn for fanciful fairy tales!
Tween Stitch Camp - Grades 4-6
Fri, Jun 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Columbus - Children's Area
Join children's library staff for a special Renaissance edition Stitch Camp! All materials are provided!
Cottonpatch on the Plaza - BCPL Concert Series
Fri, Jun 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Columbus - Library Plaza
Enjoy free summer concerts on the Library Plaza! Local bands, great vibes?bring a chair, your favorite snacks, and drinks. Relax, listen, and enjoy live music under the open sky!
BCPL Renaissance Faire - at The LEX!
Sat, Jun 14, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
The LEX - 850 Tipton Lane, Columbus
Hear ye, hear ye! All are invited to BCPL's Renaissance Faire at the LEX!
Mondays at Mill Race Storytime - and BCPL Express!
Mon, Jun 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
Mill Race Park - Amphitheater by 5th Street Entrance
Stories, songs, rhymes, and books to keep at Mill Race Park!
Flow Yoga
Mon, Jun 16, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Columbus - Red Room
Join us for a one-hour session with certified yoga instructor Sonia Aponte. This class will focus on a smooth, continuous flow of movements linked to the breath to help achieve a mind/body balance.
BCPL Board of Trustees
Mon, Jun 16, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Columbus - Red Room
Monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees. All are welcome.
Pokemon Club - Ages 5-12
Mon, Jun 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Lower Level Reception Area,Meeting Room 4,Meeting Room 5
Card collectors, trainers, gamers, and fans are all welcome to join as we learn and talk about all things Pokemon!
Pokemon Club - Learn to Play the Trading Card Game
Mon, Jun 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Columbus - Children's Programming Room
Join library staff and members of the Pokemon League of Columbus, IN and learn to play the Pokemon Trading Card game!
Registration opens Monday, June 2 2025 at 4:00pm
Teen Craft Renaissance: Dragon Eggs
Mon, Jun 16, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Columbus - Teen Room
In honor of our Summer Reading Program?s dragon mascot, make your very own dragon eggs out of plastic eggs!
Family Storytime - Ages 1-5
Mon, Jun 16, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Columbus - Children's Programming Room
Join us at the library for Family Storytime!
Toddler Time - Ages 1-3
Tue, Jun 17, 9:15am - 9:45am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Toddler Time!
Toddler Time - Ages 1-3
Tue, Jun 17, 10:00am - 10:30am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Toddler Time!
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5
Tue, Jun 17, 11:00am - 11:30am
Columbus - Red Room
Join us at the library for Storytime!
Chair Yoga
Tue, Jun 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Columbus - Red Room
Join us for a one-hour session with certified yoga and chair yoga instructor. These sessions are great for beginners and those who want to focus on gentle practice.
Teen Renaissance Book Club
Tue, Jun 17, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Columbus - Teen Room
June: A Midsummer Night?s Dream July: Much Ado about Nothing
Pokemon Club
Tue, Jun 17, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Hope - Hope Library (Annex)
Card collectors, trainers, gamers, and fans are all welcome to join as we learn and talk about all things Pokemon!
Adults on the Spectrum
Tue, Jun 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Columbus - Meeting Room 4
Support group for individuals 18 and up on the autism spectrum. Provided by Inclusive Options.
Adult Craft Night:
Tue, Jun 17, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Columbus - Conference Room
Unwind and get creative--Join us for a relaxing evening of crafting, conversation, and fun. All supplies provided?just bring yourself and your imagination! Registration required.
Preschool Art Studio - Ages 1-5
Wed, Jun 18, 11:00am - 11:30am
Columbus - Children's Programming Room
Children ages 1-5 and their caregivers can drop in anytime from 11:00-11:30 for age-appropriate Process Art! Process art focuses on the journey of making art rather than focusing on the end product.
Teen Film Series: Renaissance Double Feature
Wed, Jun 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Columbus - Teen Area
See schedule below.
kidscommons at the library- simple machines - Grades 3-6
Wed, Jun 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Columbus - Red Room
Join educators from kidscommons for a program that would impress Renaissance thinkers like Da Vinci and Galileo! Children in grades 3-6 will learn all about simple machines, and create their own!
Registration opens Sunday, June 1 2025 at 9:00am
Kids' Art Studio
Wed, Jun 18, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Columbus - Children's Programming Room,Conference Room
Join library staff and unleash your creativity- we?ll provide all the supplies you need.
Teen Film Series: Renaissance Double Feature
Wed, Jun 18, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
See schedule below.
Adult Storytime
Wed, Jun 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hope - Hope Branch Library
Come and relax while a short story is read to you. There will be Adult coloring sheets, and journals provided for you while you listen. This program is only for Adults due to the content.
Music with Valerie
Fri, Jun 20, 10:15am - 11:15am
Columbus - Red Room
Join music therapist, Valerie Jones, as she guides the group through well-known songs with gentle movement and participation
Fairy Tale Friday - at The LEX!
Fri, Jun 20, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
The LEX - 850 Tipton Lane, Columbus
Join us on the lawn for fanciful fairy tales!
Hooks and Needles
Sat, Jun 21, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Columbus - Teen Room
The Hooks and Needles program is for all types of needle crafters to gather, create, and socialize.
Juneteenth Cookout
Sat, Jun 21, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
The LEX
Celebrate freedom, community, and culture with music, food, and fun for all ages! Bring your friends and family for an afternoon of joy, connection, and celebration in the park.
See all events