Table Talk

September 19, 2019, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM @ Columbia Public Library

Call for Help specialist will be at Columbia Public Library on the 3rd Thursday of the month this fall. If you have questions or concerns feel free to stop by and visit the specialist and their resource table. Learning Opportunities: Child Safety, Abuse signs/warnings, SA programs & services The Call for Help: Sexual Assault Victim's Care Unit provides 24 hours crisis support, counseling, and medical and/or legal advocacy. All services provided to survivors and their significant others are free of charge.

Regency Style in America

September 19, 2019, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ Columbia Public Library - Basement

Covering the era of Jane Austen from 1795 to 1820, Dr. Ann Wass, member of the Jane Austen Society of North America, will present the changes in American women's and men's fashion during the Federal/Regency period, and how they were influenced by their European counterparts.

Wiggle Worms (0-5 years)

September 20, 2019, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Columbia Public Library - Basement

Come sing along and learn movements to the best of the Wiggles music! Dress the kiddos in their cutest or most comfortable workout clothes. Recommended for ages 0-5. **Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Registration required online or call 618-281-4237.

Kickathon Fundraiser Benifitting The Backstoppers!

September 21, 2019, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM @ Championship Martial Arts

Championship Martial Arts conducts an annual fundraiser, and this Kickathon shows them just how much of a positive impact they can truly have on others. Because each and every student participates, this also shows them the kind of impact a community has when it works together. This year we’ve partnered with The BackStoppers, who provides ongoing needed financial assistance and support to the spouses and dependent children of all police officers, firefighters and volunteer firefighters, and publicly-funded paramedics and EMTs. The announcement of this comes at an impactful time in our very own community. We’re looking forward to this year’s Kickathon and the support of our families, friends and community, so invite everyone! Our Kickathon will be on Saturday, September 21, from 10am to 2pm, the students will be actively kicking from 11am to Noon, and we will have staff on hand the entire time for anyone who wants to come out and support, learn and be a part of this amazing cau

Story Hour (3-5 years)

September 23, 2019, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM @ Columbia Public Library - Basement

Bring your little one to play and learn with new friends by reading several stories, singing songs, and making a craft. **Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Registration required online or call 618-281-4237.

Tot Time (19 months-3 years)

September 23, 2019, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Columbia Public Library - Basement

A chance to play and learn with new friends! Join in with simple stories, songs, and a fun activity. **Children under age 8 must accompanied by an adult. Registration required online or call 618-281-4237.

City Council Committees Meeting

September 23, 2019, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM @ City Hall Council Chambers - 3rd Floor

Play Commission Meeting

September 24, 2019, 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM @ City of Columbia - Auditorium

Superhero Story Time (0-11 yrs.)

September 25, 2019, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Columbia Public Library - Basement

Celebrate Banned Book Week! Visit with Spider-man as he reads books at the library! There will be time for photos, so feel free to dress up as your favorite superhero. Recommended for ages Birth-11 years. **Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Registration required online or call 618-281-4237.

Columbia Masonic Lodge #474 Trivia Night

September 28, 2019, 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM @ Columbia American Legion Post #581

May include special guest callers! Silent Auction and Live Auction! $100.00 per table 8 players to a table Feel free to bring snacks. NO outside beverages, full bar available. Call or text number below to reserve a table

Butterfly Festival

September 29, 2019, 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM @ Baebler Educational Farm

Monarch butterfly tagging, butterfly, bee and nature flower info., scavenger hunt, photo contest, craft info. and vendor booths, face painting and games, pollination habitat tours.

Sensory Story Time (3-6 yrs.)

September 29, 2019, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM @ Columbia Public Library - Basement

Experience books, songs, rhymes, and sensory play! This smaller, adaptive story time is designed for children with multi-sensory needs, short attention spans, or differing abilities, and their caregivers. Families welcome. Recommended for ages 3- 6 years. Registration required online or call 618-281-4237.

Sensory Story Time (7-13 yrs.)

September 29, 2019, 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM @ Columbia Public Library - Basement

Experience books, songs, rhymes, and sensory play! This smaller, adaptive story time is designed for children with multi-sensory needs, short attention spans, or differing abilities, and their caregivers. Families welcome. Recommended for ages 7-13 years. Registration required online or call 618-281-4237.

Grow Solar Metro East

September 30, 2019, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM @ Columbia Public Library - Basement

Learn the basics of solar, its financial implications for your household, and how the solar group buy program works. Then, get a free, no obligation site assessment from our installer. Powered by the Midwest Renewable Energy Association, Grow Solar is a coordinated effort among Midwest organizations and municipalities to build an open and advantageous solar market that provides long-term benefits to communities. Registration required online or call 618-281-4237.

B-S Park - Pav 1 - Centennial Pavilion - Before 2pm

September 22, 2019, 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM

G. S. Troop 443

September 18, 2019, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ Scout Hut

Susan McLean 618-531-9398