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Events & Programs
Free programs at your library, in the community and online.
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Friends of the Columbia Public Library Spring Book Sale
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The Power of Positive Parenting Workshop
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Sensory-Friendly Story Time
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An Evening With Author Jennifer Maritza McCauley
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Trailblazing Midwestern Women in Journalism
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Online Author Talk With Clara Bingham
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Using Google Calendar
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Eric Carle Celebration
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Instrument Petting Zoo
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Coding With Fiero
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Staff Picks
Reading recommendations from the library's collection.
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New Nonfiction – March 2025
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Women Write Classics
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Amazing Books by Black Authors
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For the Kid Scientist
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2024 Tunes
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Good Neighbors
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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day
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New Nonfiction – January 2025
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Popular Library Resources
From Our Blogs
Book and activity ideas for all ages.
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Last year, a roughly a third of Americans took a road trip for their vacation. Of these, I peril to imagine how few had the foresight to stop by their public libraries on the way out of town. What a loss! Adventurous souls can find scores of resources and treats for their upcoming journeys. Find out how the Daniel Boone Regional Library can improve a car trip. … Read more
AdultsPosted March 14
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In 2020 the novel “American Dirt” was released to great fanfare, after a bidding war had resulted in a seven-figure advance for the author. The accolades rolled in: “American Dirt” remained on the New York Times Bestseller List for 36 weeks, and emerged as one of the best-selling books of the year. It has been … Read more
AdultsPosted March 12
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I don’t know about you, but I love going to fan conventions! Any excuse to gather with like-minded folks who want to geek out over the same characters/movies/TV shows/actors/franchises is a good time to me! … Read more
TeensPosted March 12
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At the Daniel Boone Regional Library, preparation for March Madness begins in the early winter months when we announce our list of 16 of our most popular young adult books. Now the tournament heats up as those titles are seeded and face off in head-to-head competition. Each week in March, teens vote to narrow down … Read more
TeensPosted March 11
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Check out these new books that library staff around the country love! March brings at least one seasonally punny book, a new novel by last year’s One Read author and a wide variety of other fiction. Read on to pick out a new book to welcome Spring with, and find a way to use all … Read more
AdultsPosted March 10
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Early every year, the American Library Association (ALA) hosts its annual Youth Media Awards Press Conference. At this time, authors and illustrators of children’s and young adult literature are honored for the outstanding works they have published over the last year. These books are selected by judging committees of librarians and other literature and media … Read more
KidsPosted March 10
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I went into a research rabbit hole this fall after rereading “Women’s Work: The First 20,000 Years: Women, Cloth, and Society in Early Times” by Elizabeth Wayland Barber. Join me as I share some of the works I discovered. Young archeologist Elizabeth Wayland Barber began researching women’s contributions to early society, thinking she would write … Read more
AdultsPosted March 9
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“Polish Your Poise With Madame Chic” has lessons on how to live like a courteous lady or gentleman — I found the instructions in the book were very attainable. Even though I’m in my 40’s, I learned some ways to refine myself in a pleasing way. This book will be an annual read for me. … Read more
AdultsPosted March 7
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