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Why is Lincoln the capital of Nebraska and not Yankee Hill?

Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
3rd Floor Community Room at Columbus Public Library

Program Type:

Adult Program

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Columbus Public Library
Room: 3rd Floor Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Event Details:

Presenter Jim McKee has written over 1,500 articles on Lincoln history for the Lincoln Journal Star. 

Beginner's guide to composting

Sunday, March 8, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Creativity Corner at Columbus Public Library

Program Type:

Adult Program

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Columbus Public Library
Room: Creativity Corner
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Event Details:

Master Gardener Katie Liebig shares her knowledge about composting.  What the benefits are and how to do it. 

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YA Lego Club!

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Columbus Public Library

Age Group:

Teens
Library Branch: Columbus Public Library
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

Visit the library after school to play and create with LEGO! Free for patrons in grades 9-12.

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Crochet and Knitting Club

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Room 222: Heritage Room at Columbus Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

All Ages
Library Branch: Columbus Public Library
Room: Room 222: Heritage Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Crochet and Knitting Club!

Crochet Club has outgrown its space in the Heritage Room and is now being held in the "Living Room", in the southwest corner of the first floor where the couches are. 

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The CPL Book Club

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Room 224: Peter Kiewit Foundation Conference Room at Columbus Public Library

Program Type:

Book Club

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Columbus Public Library
Room: Room 224: Peter Kiewit Foundation Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Come join the discussion for this month's book!

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Crochet and Knitting Club

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Room 222: Heritage Room at Columbus Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

All Ages
Library Branch: Columbus Public Library
Room: Room 222: Heritage Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

New & Improved Crochet and Knitting Club!

We’re excited to relaunch the Crochet and Knitting Club with a fresh start—new day, new time, new location, and a new facilitator!

From this day forward...wedding fashions from 1900-1970s

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
3rd Floor Community Room at Columbus Public Library

Program Type:

Adult Program

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Columbus Public Library
Room: 3rd Floor Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Event Details:

Beautiful wedding attire from each decade will be on display.

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Crochet and Knitting Club

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Room 222: Heritage Room at Columbus Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

All Ages
Library Branch: Columbus Public Library
Room: Room 222: Heritage Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Crochet and Knitting Club!

Crochet Club has outgrown its space in the Heritage Room and is now being held in the "Living Room", in the southwest corner of the first floor where the couches are. 

The CPL Book Club logo

The CPL Book Club

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Room 224: Peter Kiewit Foundation Conference Room at Columbus Public Library

Program Type:

Book Club

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Columbus Public Library
Room: Room 224: Peter Kiewit Foundation Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Come join the discussion for this month's book!

Healthy Food Fast!

Sunday, May 3, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Creativity Corner at Columbus Public Library

Program Type:

Adult Program

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Columbus Public Library
Room: Creativity Corner
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Event Details:

UNL Extension Educator Thays Silva will teach us how to use our air fryers and multicookers to make healthy meals.  Samples will be available while supplies last. 

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Why is Lincoln the capital of Nebraska and not Yankee Hill?

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Adult Program
Library Branch: Columbus Public Library
Room: 3rd Floor Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Event Details:

Presenter Jim McKee has written over 1,500 articles on Lincoln history for the Lincoln Journal Star. 

Beginner's guide to composting

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Adult Program
Library Branch: Columbus Public Library
Room: Creativity Corner
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Event Details:

Master Gardener Katie Liebig shares her knowledge about composting.  What the benefits are and how to do it. 

The CPL Book Club

6:30pm–7:45pm
Adults
Book Club
Library Branch: Columbus Public Library
Room: Room 224: Peter Kiewit Foundation Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Come join the discussion for this month's book!

Closed for Staff Training All Day

8:00am–5:00pm
Closing
Branches:
Columbus Public Library

Holiday Closing- Easter

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Columbus Public Library

From this day forward...wedding fashions from 1900-1970s

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Adult Program
Library Branch: Columbus Public Library
Room: 3rd Floor Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Event Details:

Beautiful wedding attire from each decade will be on display.

The CPL Book Club

6:30pm–7:45pm
Adults
Book Club
Library Branch: Columbus Public Library
Room: Room 224: Peter Kiewit Foundation Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Come join the discussion for this month's book!

Cuddles with Kittens

12:00pm–2:00pm
Children, Tween, Teens, Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Columbus Public Library
Room: Creativity Corner
Age Group: Children, Tween, Teens, Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

Once again, library patrons will have a chance to play with kittens, graciously provided for us by Paws and Claws.  This time, we are going to assign 15 minute time slots in advance, so registration is required in advance.

Healthy Food Fast!

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Adult Program
Library Branch: Columbus Public Library
Room: Creativity Corner
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Program
Event Details:

UNL Extension Educator Thays Silva will teach us how to use our air fryers and multicookers to make healthy meals.  Samples will be available while supplies last. 

Holiday Closing- Memorial Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Columbus Public Library

Holiday Closing- Memorial Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Columbus Public Library

The CPL Book Club

6:30pm–7:45pm
Adults
Book Club
Library Branch: Columbus Public Library
Room: Room 224: Peter Kiewit Foundation Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Come join the discussion for this month's book!

The CPL Book Club

6:30pm–7:45pm
Adults
Book Club
Library Branch: Columbus Public Library
Room: Room 224: Peter Kiewit Foundation Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Come join the discussion for this month's book!

Holiday Closing- July 4th

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Columbus Public Library

The CPL Book Club

6:30pm–7:45pm
Adults
Book Club
Library Branch: Columbus Public Library
Room: Room 224: Peter Kiewit Foundation Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Come join the discussion for this month's book!

The CPL Book Club

6:30pm–7:45pm
Adults
Book Club
Library Branch: Columbus Public Library
Room: Room 224: Peter Kiewit Foundation Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Come join the discussion for this month's book!

Holiday Closing- Labor Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Columbus Public Library

Holiday Closing- Labor Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Columbus Public Library

The CPL Book Club

6:30pm–7:45pm
Adults
Book Club
Library Branch: Columbus Public Library
Room: Room 224: Peter Kiewit Foundation Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Come join the discussion for this month's book!

The CPL Book Club

6:30pm–7:45pm
Adults
Book Club
Library Branch: Columbus Public Library
Room: Room 224: Peter Kiewit Foundation Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Come join the discussion for this month's book!

Holiday Closing- Veterans Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Columbus Public Library

The CPL Book Club

6:30pm–7:45pm
Adults
Book Club
Library Branch: Columbus Public Library
Room: Room 224: Peter Kiewit Foundation Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Come join the discussion for this month's book!

Holiday Closing- Thanksgiving

5:00pm–8:00pm
Closing
Branches:
Columbus Public Library
Description:

The Columbus Public Library closes at 5 pm on the eve before Thanksgiving. 

Holiday Closing- Thanksgiving

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Columbus Public Library