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Adult Programs at the Peabody Public Library

Photo Editing Tuesday, March 1 @ 2-4 PM Learn to edit your digital photos using the Picasa software.  Please register for this class. This is a FREE class.

The Return of Jeopardy! Tuesday, March 1 @ 6 PM The competition continues with the second preliminary round.  Come join the fun!

Beading Class Wednesday, March 2 @ 11 AM-1 PM & 6-8 PM Weave a macramé bracelet with a focal bead.  Price TBA.  Please register for this class.

Yoga Basics Thursdays, March 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31 @ 9:30AM Jodi Coyle leads a relaxing & healthful class with an optional half hour meditation following. This is a FREE class, but donations appreciated.  Please register for this class.

Learn How to Paint Thursday, March 3 @ 10 AM & 5 PM Learn to paint using acrylics with Chloe Reynolds. The lighthouse landscape originally intended for February is the project. The $10.00 fee includes all materials and the canvas. Please register for this class.

Adult Gaming Day Saturday, March 5 @ 2-8 PM A variety of video games will be available for practice or competition.  Refreshments will be available.  This is a FREE program.

Tatting Class Mondays, March 7 @ 5:30 PM Join the Columbia City Tatter Tots for fun and fellowship in lace making.  You must provide your own materials.  This is a FREE program.

Facebook Tuesday, March 8 @ 2-4 PM Learn to use this popular social network application. You must have an established e-mail address!! This is a FREE class.  Please register for this class.

Quilting Class Tuesday, March 8 & 22 @ 2-4 PM Geneva Crosby teaches you how to make a quilt.  A fee is applicable.

Quilting Class Tuesday, March 8 & 22 @ 6-8 PM This is an evening version of the above class.

The Return of Jeopardy! Tuesday, March 8 @ 6 PM The competition continues with the third preliminary round.  Come join the fun!  This is a FREE program.

BYOB Wednesday, March 9 @ 9 AM- 3 PM  Join fellow beaders to exchange ideas and finish up those incomplete projects.  This is a FREE program.

Food for Thought Saturday, March 12 @ 2 PM This month’s selection is “Fast Food My Way” by Jacques Pepin.  Walk-ins are always welcome.  This is a FREE program.

Dark City Movie Night Saturday, March 12 @ 7 PM Robert Mitchum joins Jane Greer on a road trip in “Out of the Past”.  Refreshments will be available.  This is a FREE program.

Timely/Timeless Book Club Tuesday March 15 @ Noon The selection for the month is “The Translator” by Leila Aboulela.  Walk-ins are always welcome.  This is a FREE program.

The Return of Jeopardy! Tuesday, March 15 @ 6 PM The competition continues with the fourth preliminary round, if necessary.  Come join the fun!  This is a FREE program.

Stargate Universe Marathon Saturday, March 19 @ 9 AM until ? Join us for the complete first season of this newest incarnation of the venerable “Stargate” franchise.  Food, comfy chairs and surround sound in the new auditorium.  This is a FREE program.

Tatting Class Monday, March 21 @ 5:30 PM Join the Columbia City Tatter Tots for fun and fellowship in lace making. You must provide your own materials.

Intermediate Computers Tuesday, March 22 @ 2-4 PM Learn to do a little more with your computer; put files in folders, clean up old files, change your desktop photo and screensaver and much more!  This is a FREE class.  Please register for this class.

The Return of Jeopardy! Tuesday, March 22 @ 6 PM  The competition continues with the Semi-final round.  Come join the fun!  This is a FREE program.

Library Closing  Thursday, March 24  Staff will be attending a conference.  We will reopen on Friday, March 25 at 9:00 AM.

Friends Movie Night Saturday, March 26 @ 7 PM Rod Steiger and George Segal in “No Way to Treat a Lady”.  Refreshments will be available.  This is a FREE program.

The Return of Jeopardy! Tuesday, March 29 @ 6 PM  The competition concludes with the final rounds and the crowning of a new champion.  Come join the fun!  This is a FREE program.

March Events for Young Adults

Gaming Day – Saturday, March 5 from 2 until 8 PM.  Come enjoy playing a variety of video games for practice or compete with others.  Refreshments will be served.  Community Room A&B.  For ages 14 and up.  Registration requested.

Youth Advisory Board Meeting A.C.T. – Monday, March 7, 6th grade and up at 5:00 PM.  Plan events for the new Young Adults area, make flyers, make friends, and create programs. Your opinions matter!  For more information on how you can be part of the Youth Advisory Board, please visit or call the Young Adults Department at 260-244-5541 and ask for Pam or Beth.

Homeschoolers Field Trip Friday – Friday, March 11 at 1 PM.  Homeschooling families are encouraged to join us at the library to learn to make perfect pretzels with help from Auntie Anne's Pretzels.  Fun for all.  Free program.

Craft Saturday – Come to the Children’s department to make a rainbow mobile craft on Saturday, March 12 anytime between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM.

Teen Game Night – “Card Games” Thursday, March 17 at 6 PM.  Enjoy many card games. Bring a friend.  6th – 12th grades.  Food provided! Sign-up requested.

Library Teen Idol Paperwork Due – Friday, March 18.  Paperwork needs to be turned in if interested in competing for Library Teen Idol.

Teen Movie Night – Wednesday, March 23 at 6:30 PM.   The movie this month is “Dear John”.  Popcorn will be served.

Homeschooling at your Library – Monday, March 28 from 10:00 AM until 12:00 PM.  Meet other home school families from the Columbia City area.  The parents can share ideas while the kids socialize.  The Library will provide activities for the kids.  All ages welcome.

Cre8tive Teens Art Class – Tuesday, March 29 at 6 PM. The teens will be creating “Gem Art”.  Bring a friend.   6th  - 12th grades.  Sign-up requested!!

Teen Idol Callout Meeting – Thursday, March 31 at 6 PM. Anyone that has paperwork turned and will be participating in Teen Idol must be at this important meeting.  

Children’s Events at the Peabody Public Library

Preschool Story Time meets on Tuesdays at 10:30 AM and Thursdays at 4:15 PM.  In March our story time themes are “Happy Birthday, Dr. Seuss” on March 1 and 3, “Basketball Hoops” on March 8 and 10, “Lucky Rainbows” on March 15 and 17, “Spring into Spring!” on March 22 and “Colorful Animals” on March 29 and 31.  Join us for stories, songs, finger plays and a craft.  

Toddler Time meets in the Children’s Department at 10:30 AM on Tuesdays, March 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29.  This easy-going group is designed for parents and their children under age three.

Cooking 101 – Monday, March 7 at 4:00 PM. Kids can learn cooking basics and create tasty treats. This month we will be learning about Mexico and Mexican foods.  For grades 3-5. Sign-up requested.  Limit of 20 students.

Cre8tive Kids Art – The kids will be creating gem art.  Bring a friend.  The classes are Wednesday, March 9 with Preschool at 10:00, K-2nd grade at 4:00 PM and 3rd-5th grade at 5:00 PM.  Limit of 20 per class. Sign-up in the Children’s Department.

Joni Walker Art Classes –Thursday, March 10 and 31 at 4:15 PM.  Sign up at the Children’s Services Desk, call the Children’s Department, or register online.  Fee is $2 per person per class to cover the cost of materials.  Ages 5 and up.  Limit of 30 students. Sign-up requested.

Homeschoolers Field Trip Friday – Friday, March 11 at 1 PM.  Homeschooling families are encouraged to join us at the library to learn to make perfect pretzels with help from Auntie Anne's Pretzels.  Fun for all.  Free program.

Craft Saturday – Come to the Children’s department to make a rainbow mobile craft on Saturday, March 12 anytime between 10:00 AM until 4:00 PM.

Book Buddies Year 1 – Tuesday, March 15 from 4:00 until 5:00 PM.  This monthly program is for children age 3 to 6 and their parents.  For information, contact the Peabody Public Library Children’s Department at 244-5541.

Babes & Books – Wednesday, March 16 at 10:30AM.  This monthly program is for babies 8 weeks to 18 months.  For information, contact the Peabody Public Library Children’s Department at 244-5541.

Musik Garten – Thursday, March 31 at 9:30.  Join Nancy Felger as she leads you and your toddler through interactive rhymes and music.  Limit of 20 toddlers.  Sign-up requested.

Homeschooling at your Library – Monday, March 28 from 10:00 AM until 12:00 PM.  Meet other home school families from the Columbia City area.  The parents can share ideas while the kids socialize.  The Library will provide activities for the kids.  All ages welcome.