This event is in the "Children (Ages 6-11)" group Presto Prehistoric Magic Show Wednesday, July 1, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Auditorium 1, 2, & Stage at Onsite Program Type: Live Entertainment Age Group: Children (Ages 6-11) Stop back in time for a dino-mite adventure! In this interactive magic and illusion show, kids will dig into the world of dinosaurs and archeology while discovering the real magic hidden inside books. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Children (Ages 6-11)" group Jul 1 2026 Wed Presto Prehistoric Magic Show 2:00pm–3:00pm Live Entertainment Library Branch: Onsite Room: Auditorium 1, 2, & Stage Age Group: Children (Ages 6-11) Program Type: Live Entertainment Registration Required Description: Stop back in time for a dino-mite adventure! In this interactive magic and illusion show, kids will dig into the world of dinosaurs and archeology while discovering the real magic hidden inside books.
This event is in the "Young Adult (ages 12 -18)" group This event is in the "Adults (Ages 18+)" group Beginning Line Dancing for Adults Wednesday, July 1, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Auditorium 1, 2, & Stage at Onsite Program Type: Classes & Workshops Age Group: Young Adult (ages 12 -18), Adults (Ages 18+) Designed for beginners, this class will cover the basic line dance steps and terminology while incorporating them into popular dances. Music genres will include pop, classic rock, country, and Latin. View Details This event is in the "Young Adult (ages 12 -18)" group This event is in the "Adults (Ages 18+)" group Jul 1 2026 Wed Beginning Line Dancing for Adults 6:00pm–7:30pm Classes & Workshops Library Branch: Onsite Room: Auditorium 1, 2, & Stage Age Group: Young Adult (ages 12 -18), Adults (Ages 18+) Program Type: Classes & Workshops Description: Designed for beginners, this class will cover the basic line dance steps and terminology while incorporating them into popular dances. Music genres will include pop, classic rock, country, and Latin.
This event is in the "Children (Ages 0-5)" group Toddler Storytime Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room at Onsite Program Type: Books & Reading Age Group: Children (Ages 0-5) Join us for toddler storytime where we will read books, sing songs, do rhymes, and just have fun! Parent participation is recommended. This storytime is best suited for ages 18months-5years. View Details This event is in the "Children (Ages 0-5)" group Jul 2 2026 Thu Toddler Storytime 10:30am–11:00am Books & Reading Library Branch: Onsite Room: The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room Age Group: Children (Ages 0-5) Program Type: Books & Reading Description: Join us for toddler storytime where we will read books, sing songs, do rhymes, and just have fun! Parent participation is recommended. This storytime is best suited for ages 18months-5years.
This event is in the "General Interest (All Ages)" group Read-a-thon Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 12:00pm - 6:00pm The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room at Onsite Program Type: Books & Reading Age Group: General Interest (All Ages) Let's spend the whole afternoon reading! Grab some snacks, your most cozy blanket, and all of your favorite books! For every hour you spend in our Read-a-thon Retreat, you will get to spin our prize wheel to win something awesome! View Details Registration Required This event is in the "General Interest (All Ages)" group Jul 2 2026 Thu Read-a-thon 12:00pm–6:00pm Books & Reading Library Branch: Onsite Room: The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room Age Group: General Interest (All Ages) Program Type: Books & Reading Registration Required Description: Let's spend the whole afternoon reading! Grab some snacks, your most cozy blanket, and all of your favorite books! For every hour you spend in our Read-a-thon Retreat, you will get to spin our prize wheel to win something awesome!
This event is in the "Children (Ages 0-5)" group Baby Story Time Friday, July 3, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room at Onsite Program Type: Books & Reading Age Group: Children (Ages 0-5) Join us in a storytime specially curated for kiddos under 18months old. We will read stories together, sing songs, and do rhymes! Parent participation is required. View Details This event is in the "Children (Ages 0-5)" group Jul 3 2026 Fri Baby Story Time 9:30am–10:00am Books & Reading Library Branch: Onsite Room: The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room Age Group: Children (Ages 0-5) Program Type: Books & Reading Description: Join us in a storytime specially curated for kiddos under 18months old. We will read stories together, sing songs, and do rhymes! Parent participation is required.
This event is in the "Children (Ages 0-5)" group Toddler Storytime Friday, July 3, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room at Onsite Program Type: Books & Reading Age Group: Children (Ages 0-5) Join us for toddler storytime where we will read books, sing songs, do rhymes, and just have fun! Parent participation is recommended. This storytime is best suited for ages 18months-5years. View Details This event is in the "Children (Ages 0-5)" group Jul 3 2026 Fri Toddler Storytime 10:30am–11:00am Books & Reading Library Branch: Onsite Room: The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room Age Group: Children (Ages 0-5) Program Type: Books & Reading Description: Join us for toddler storytime where we will read books, sing songs, do rhymes, and just have fun! Parent participation is recommended. This storytime is best suited for ages 18months-5years.
This event is in the "Children (Ages 6-11)" group Extreme Lego Challenge Friday, July 3, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room at Onsite Program Type: Games & Competitions Age Group: Children (Ages 6-11) Test your Lego building capabilities in this EXTREME Lego Building Challenge! All supplies will be provided, all you need to bring is your skill and determination! View Details This event is in the "Children (Ages 6-11)" group Jul 3 2026 Fri Extreme Lego Challenge 4:30pm–5:30pm Games & Competitions Library Branch: Onsite Room: The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room Age Group: Children (Ages 6-11) Program Type: Games & Competitions Description: Test your Lego building capabilities in this EXTREME Lego Building Challenge! All supplies will be provided, all you need to bring is your skill and determination!
Closed for the Fourth of July All Day Onsite, Virtual, Offsite PPL will be closed on Saturday, July 4th in honor of Independence Day. We will reopen on Monday, July 6th at 9 am. Closing Jul 4 2026 Sat Closing Closed for the Fourth of July All Day Branches: Onsite, Virtual, Offsite Description: PPL will be closed on Saturday, July 4th in honor of Independence Day. We will reopen on Monday, July 6th at 9 am.
This event is in the "Children (Ages 0-5)" group Baby Story Time Monday, July 6, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room at Onsite Program Type: Books & Reading Age Group: Children (Ages 0-5) Join us in a storytime specially curated for kiddos under 18months old. We will read stories together, sing songs, and do rhymes! Parent participation is required. View Details This event is in the "Children (Ages 0-5)" group Jul 6 2026 Mon Baby Story Time 10:30am–11:00am Books & Reading Library Branch: Onsite Room: The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room Age Group: Children (Ages 0-5) Program Type: Books & Reading Description: Join us in a storytime specially curated for kiddos under 18months old. We will read stories together, sing songs, and do rhymes! Parent participation is required.
This event is in the "Adults (Ages 18+)" group Yoga Flow with Julie Monday, July 6, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Auditorium 1 & 2 at Onsite Program Type: Classes & Workshops Age Group: Adults (Ages 18+) Welcome to Awaken Yoga with Julie! Please wear comfortable and breathable clothing, and your own yoga mat (we will try to have a few extra on hand for beginners who want to give yoga a try for the first time). View Details This event is in the "Adults (Ages 18+)" group Jul 6 2026 Mon Yoga Flow with Julie 6:00pm–7:30pm Classes & Workshops Library Branch: Onsite Room: Auditorium 1 & 2 Age Group: Adults (Ages 18+) Program Type: Classes & Workshops Description: Welcome to Awaken Yoga with Julie! Please wear comfortable and breathable clothing, and your own yoga mat (we will try to have a few extra on hand for beginners who want to give yoga a try for the first time).
This event is in the "Children (Ages 0-5)" group Puzzle Palooza Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room at Onsite Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Children (Ages 0-5) Let's have a puzzle party! Puzzles can help little ones with fine motor skills, spatial awareness, and problem solving.As always, all library events are free and no library card is required to attend! View Details This event is in the "Children (Ages 0-5)" group Jul 7 2026 Tue Puzzle Palooza 10:30am–11:30am Arts & Crafts Library Branch: Onsite Room: The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room Age Group: Children (Ages 0-5) Program Type: Arts & Crafts Description: Let's have a puzzle party! Puzzles can help little ones with fine motor skills, spatial awareness, and problem solving.As always, all library events are free and no library card is required to attend!
This event is in the "Adults (Ages 18+)" group Crafty Mornings: Diamond Art Garden Decor Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm Cattail Corner - Adult Services at Onsite Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Adults (Ages 18+) What to add something cute to your garden or plants? Come to the library to make your very own Diamond Art Garden Decor. There will be a small selection of designs to choose from. View Details This event is in the "Adults (Ages 18+)" group Jul 7 2026 Tue Crafty Mornings: Diamond Art Garden Decor 11:00am–1:00pm Arts & Crafts Library Branch: Onsite Room: Cattail Corner - Adult Services Age Group: Adults (Ages 18+) Program Type: Arts & Crafts Description: What to add something cute to your garden or plants? Come to the library to make your very own Diamond Art Garden Decor. There will be a small selection of designs to choose from.
This event is in the "Young Adult (ages 12 -18)" group Teen Tuesday - Bookflix Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Teen Lounge at Onsite Program Type: Books & Reading Age Group: Young Adult (ages 12 -18) A teen run book club where you get to keep the book! This month we'll discuss "Cat + Gamer" by Wataru Nadatani.We'll pass out the next book, "Romanov" by Nadine Brandes. View Details This event is in the "Young Adult (ages 12 -18)" group Jul 7 2026 Tue Teen Tuesday - Bookflix 4:30pm–5:30pm Books & Reading Library Branch: Onsite Room: Teen Lounge Age Group: Young Adult (ages 12 -18) Program Type: Books & Reading Description: A teen run book club where you get to keep the book! This month we'll discuss "Cat + Gamer" by Wataru Nadatani.We'll pass out the next book, "Romanov" by Nadine Brandes.
This event is in the "Children (Ages 0-5)" group Before 5 Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room at Onsite Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Children (Ages 0-5) Before 5 is an organization that provides information and support for healthy brain development in children ages birth to five years. View Details This event is in the "Children (Ages 0-5)" group Jul 8 2026 Wed Before 5 10:00am–11:30am Arts & Crafts Library Branch: Onsite Room: The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room Age Group: Children (Ages 0-5) Program Type: Arts & Crafts Description: Before 5 is an organization that provides information and support for healthy brain development in children ages birth to five years.
This event is in the "Children (Ages 6-11)" group Dance Till You Drop Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Auditorium 1, 2, & Stage at Onsite Program Type: Classes & Workshops Age Group: Children (Ages 6-11) Dance Till You Drop Arts Academy, located right here in Columbia City, is excited to put on a performance for their community!As always, all library events are free and no library card is required to attend! View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Children (Ages 6-11)" group Jul 8 2026 Wed Dance Till You Drop 2:00pm–3:00pm Classes & Workshops Library Branch: Onsite Room: Auditorium 1, 2, & Stage Age Group: Children (Ages 6-11) Program Type: Classes & Workshops Registration Required Description: Dance Till You Drop Arts Academy, located right here in Columbia City, is excited to put on a performance for their community!As always, all library events are free and no library card is required to attend!
This event is in the "Children (Ages 0-5)" group Toddler Storytime Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room at Onsite Program Type: Books & Reading Age Group: Children (Ages 0-5) Join us for toddler storytime where we will read books, sing songs, do rhymes, and just have fun! Parent participation is recommended. This storytime is best suited for ages 18months-5years. View Details This event is in the "Children (Ages 0-5)" group Jul 9 2026 Thu Toddler Storytime 10:30am–11:00am Books & Reading Library Branch: Onsite Room: The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room Age Group: Children (Ages 0-5) Program Type: Books & Reading Description: Join us for toddler storytime where we will read books, sing songs, do rhymes, and just have fun! Parent participation is recommended. This storytime is best suited for ages 18months-5years.
This event is in the "Children (Ages 6-11)" group Movie Marathon Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 12:00pm - 6:00pm The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room at Onsite Program Type: Virtual Entertainment Age Group: Children (Ages 6-11) The dog days of summer got you down? Cool off indoors for a day with our Movie Marathon! We will have back to back movie showings from 12:00-6:00. One bag of popcorn will be provided per person. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Children (Ages 6-11)" group Jul 9 2026 Thu Movie Marathon 12:00pm–6:00pm Virtual Entertainment Library Branch: Onsite Room: The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room Age Group: Children (Ages 6-11) Program Type: Virtual Entertainment Registration Required Description: The dog days of summer got you down? Cool off indoors for a day with our Movie Marathon! We will have back to back movie showings from 12:00-6:00. One bag of popcorn will be provided per person.
This event is in the "Adults (Ages 18+)" group Bottle Cap Flower Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm Community Room A & B at Onsite Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Adults (Ages 18+) Join us for a fun night of making bottle cap flowers! This is a cute little decoration that can be added to a potted plant or in your garden! All Supplies Provided View Details This event is in the "Adults (Ages 18+)" group Jul 9 2026 Thu Bottle Cap Flower 5:30pm–7:00pm Arts & Crafts Library Branch: Onsite Room: Community Room A & B Age Group: Adults (Ages 18+) Program Type: Arts & Crafts Description: Join us for a fun night of making bottle cap flowers! This is a cute little decoration that can be added to a potted plant or in your garden! All Supplies Provided
This event is in the "Adults (Ages 18+)" group Paperback Writers Workshop Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Cattail Corner - Adult Services at Onsite Program Type: Classes & Workshops Age Group: Adults (Ages 18+) Join us for our Paperback Writers Summer Writing workshop lead by a local author!This event is free and does NOT require a library to attend. View Details This event is in the "Adults (Ages 18+)" group Jul 9 2026 Thu Paperback Writers Workshop 6:00pm–7:30pm Classes & Workshops Library Branch: Onsite Room: Cattail Corner - Adult Services Age Group: Adults (Ages 18+) Program Type: Classes & Workshops Description: Join us for our Paperback Writers Summer Writing workshop lead by a local author!This event is free and does NOT require a library to attend.
This event is in the "Children (Ages 0-5)" group Baby Story Time Friday, July 10, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room at Onsite Program Type: Books & Reading Age Group: Children (Ages 0-5) Join us in a storytime specially curated for kiddos under 18months old. We will read stories together, sing songs, and do rhymes! Parent participation is required. View Details This event is in the "Children (Ages 0-5)" group Jul 10 2026 Fri Baby Story Time 9:30am–10:00am Books & Reading Library Branch: Onsite Room: The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room Age Group: Children (Ages 0-5) Program Type: Books & Reading Description: Join us in a storytime specially curated for kiddos under 18months old. We will read stories together, sing songs, and do rhymes! Parent participation is required.
This event is in the "Children (Ages 0-5)" group Toddler Storytime Friday, July 10, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room at Onsite Program Type: Books & Reading Age Group: Children (Ages 0-5) Join us for toddler storytime where we will read books, sing songs, do rhymes, and just have fun! Parent participation is recommended. This storytime is best suited for ages 18months-5years. View Details This event is in the "Children (Ages 0-5)" group Jul 10 2026 Fri Toddler Storytime 10:30am–11:00am Books & Reading Library Branch: Onsite Room: The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room Age Group: Children (Ages 0-5) Program Type: Books & Reading Description: Join us for toddler storytime where we will read books, sing songs, do rhymes, and just have fun! Parent participation is recommended. This storytime is best suited for ages 18months-5years.
This event is in the "Children (Ages 0-5)" group Firefly Storytime Saturday, July 11, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room at Onsite Program Type: Books & Reading Age Group: Children (Ages 0-5) This will be a very special storytime where we will read all of the books nominated for this year's Firefly Award. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Children (Ages 0-5)" group Jul 11 2026 Sat Firefly Storytime 10:30am–11:30am Books & Reading Library Branch: Onsite Room: The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room Age Group: Children (Ages 0-5) Program Type: Books & Reading Registration Required Description: This will be a very special storytime where we will read all of the books nominated for this year's Firefly Award.
This event is in the "Children (Ages 0-5)" group Baby Story Time Monday, July 13, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room at Onsite Program Type: Books & Reading Age Group: Children (Ages 0-5) Join us in a storytime specially curated for kiddos under 18months old. We will read stories together, sing songs, and do rhymes! Parent participation is required. View Details This event is in the "Children (Ages 0-5)" group Jul 13 2026 Mon Baby Story Time 10:30am–11:00am Books & Reading Library Branch: Onsite Room: The Lily Pad - Youth Services Programming Room Age Group: Children (Ages 0-5) Program Type: Books & Reading Description: Join us in a storytime specially curated for kiddos under 18months old. We will read stories together, sing songs, and do rhymes! Parent participation is required.
This event is in the "Adults (Ages 18+)" group Crafting Connections Monday, July 13, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:30pm Community Room A at Onsite Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Adults (Ages 18+) Bring your project and your personality—whether you knit, crochet, embroider, cross stitch, or just like to keep your hands busy. This is a relaxed, no-pressure time to craft, and socialize for an hour and a half. View Details This event is in the "Adults (Ages 18+)" group Jul 13 2026 Mon Crafting Connections 11:00am–12:30pm Arts & Crafts Library Branch: Onsite Room: Community Room A Age Group: Adults (Ages 18+) Program Type: Arts & Crafts Description: Bring your project and your personality—whether you knit, crochet, embroider, cross stitch, or just like to keep your hands busy. This is a relaxed, no-pressure time to craft, and socialize for an hour and a half.