Children's Services
At the Columbus-Lowndes Public Library, we absolutely love kids and are passionate about helping them
learn, grow, and shine because they’re our future! We offer a wide variety of services and exciting weekly children’s programs designed to inspire creativity, curiosity, and a lifelong love of reading.
From story times to special events, there’s always something fun happening here!
Check out the list below for our regular programs and yearly events.
For all things Mother Goose, just click her program icon to the left of the page.
Got questions? Our friendly Youth Services Coordinator is ready to help at 662-329-5150.
Come join the fun and watch your little ones blossom with us!
Children's Services Programs
Toddler & Baby Learn & Play!
Mondays
The Columbus-Lowndes Public Library is excited to offer Toddler & Baby Learn & Play, a special weekly gathering where little ones (birth to 4 years) and their grown-ups come together for music, stories, playtime, and making new friends. It’s like a big playdate!
Happening every Monday at 10:00am, this program is all about celebrating how parents and caregivers are a child’s very first and most important teachers.
Everyone is welcome to join in the fun - siblings, friends, and all ages!
Plus, check out our Family Place Libraries collection packed with great books on parenting and early childhood, perfect for learning and growing together.
Come play, learn, and connect with us! Dates may change, check our online calendar for updates or call 662-329-5300 for the latest info.
Mother Goose
Children's Program Brochure
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Thursdays
If you’re new to Columbus and Lowndes County, you’ll soon discover why Mother Goose is truly a beloved gem of our community! Her story times at the Columbus-Lowndes Public Library are a cherished tradition. Join us every Thursday for two special sessions: from 10:00am to 11:00am and again from 4:00pm to 4:30pm.
Each story time is a unique adventure filled with fun lessons on counting, manners, and building self-confidence. Recommended for kids ages 3 to 6, these story times are a wonderful way to spark a lifelong love of learning.
Special Programs & Events
We love hosting special programs and events throughout the year for our youngest patrons and their families! Here are just a few of our favorites:
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March: Read Across America Party
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April: Autism Resource Center (ARC) Family Fair
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June–July: Weekly Summer Library Programs & Reading Challenge
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October: Annual Haunted Library
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December: Annual Snow Day
To make sure you don’t miss out on any of the fun, be sure to check our online calendar or visit our Facebook page for the latest updates on all upcoming programming and events.
Children's Services Resources
Biography Report Resource Handout
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Along with the expansive children's book collection CLPLS offers, the library provides access to other resources that promote sensory learning, financial literacy, and more.
Biography Report Resource Handout
Designed to assist students reporting on their biographical reports of historical figures, this document highlights specific areas within the library resources where can be found. The document includes information about digital resources, such as databases and encyclopedic sources as well.
ARC Center Brochure
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Autism Resource Center
The Autism Resource Center of the Columbus-Lowndes Public Library System provides information, support, and programming for families that have a child diagnosed with or showing signs of Autism
Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and for other families with special needs. The center includes a full collection of books available to patrons, materials to promote sensory development, emotional skill management, life skills growth, and more.
