# Last Minute Christmas Gifts (DIY) at Columbia Public Library

> Event for families in the St. Louis area (MO / IL). Times are Central Time.

- When: Mon, Nov 30
- Where: Columbia Public Library (basement), 106 N. Metter Ave., Columbia, IL 62236
- Ages: 5-7 yrs., 8-12 yrs., Teen/Adults sessions
- Price: Check official pricing
- Organizer: Columbia Public Library
- Official page: https://columbiail.gov/
- Last checked: Sat, Oct 24

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## About

Kids make three or four DIY Christmas gifts for family and friends in the library basement, with all materials provided by the library. There are separate one-hour sessions by age: 4–5 pm for ages 5–7, 5:30–6:30 pm for ages 8–12 and 7–8 pm for teens and adults.

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