March NewsLetter
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Who We Are
The Columbia Public Library system is located at 106 North Metter Avenue, Columbia, Illinois, 62236. The Columbia Public Library provides free services to all residents living within the Columbia city/county boundaries with services available to all others for a fee.
The library system holds over 45,615 materials including over 39,000 books, and 28,000 compact discs, cassette tapes and books on cassette. Over 315 CD-ROMS are also now available for check-out.
In total, over 93,000 items were checked out of the system during fiscal year 2004-2005! In addition to these items, thousands of people entered the library to utilize print and electronic reference resources, access the Internet through the Library’s DSL connection, enjoy state-of-the-art Wi-fi service, participate in computer and Internet training, view a Library exhibit, or attend one of the Library’s many events.
Our friendly and professional staff is eager to serve you. Welcome to the Public Library!
Our Mission
The mission of the Columbia Public Library is to make library materials and information services readily available to area residents proportionate to levels of demand and us. special emphasis will be placed on providing current, high-demand, high-interest materials in a variety of formats, while stimulating young children's interest and appreciation for reading and learning, and supporting the formal eduacational needs of individuals of all ages.