Columbia County Library
🏢 Greater Clarks Hill Regional Library System · Evans, Georgia
Columbia County Library
Anchoring Evans Town Center in Columbia County — one of Georgia's fastest-growing communities — the Columbia County Library combines a 300-seat performing arts theater, a Makerspace with 3D printers and a Glowforge laser cutter, and free notary services inside one of the Augusta metro region's most dynamic public libraries.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | 10am–8pm |
| Tuesday | 10am–8pm |
| Wednesday | 10am–5pm |
| Thursday | 10am–8pm |
| Friday | 10am–5pm |
| Saturday | 10am–5pm |
| Sunday | 2pm–5pm |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 7022 EVANS TOWNE CENTER BLVD, EVANS, GA 30809
Phone: +1706-863-1946
Website: gchrl.org
Plus Code: 865VGVW9+MJ (EVANS, GA)
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📖 About Columbia County Library
The Columbia County Library serves Evans and the surrounding communities as the flagship branch of the Greater Clarks Hill Regional Library System, established in 2013 to serve Columbia, Burke, Lincoln, and Warren counties. Located in the vibrant Evans Town Center mixed-use district, the building is designed as a civic hub rather than just a book repository — it houses a 300-seat performing arts theater, multiple meeting rooms and classrooms, a Friends of the Library bookstore, and a fully equipped Makerspace. The library's collection capacity of 95,000 adult books and 58,000 children's books ranks it among the largest public library facilities in the Augusta metro area. The Greater Clarks Hill Regional Library System runs more than 1,775 community programs annually attended by over 40,000 people, from story times for infants to adult maker workshops. Free notary service is available during library hours, and the library provides access to GALILEO — Georgia's comprehensive online database portal — as well as the statewide PINES catalog shared by more than 275 Georgia libraries.
⭐ What makes this library special
- 300-seat performing arts theater inside the library building — one of the most distinctive amenities in Georgia public libraries
- Makerspace for ages 13+ with 3D printing, sewing, and a Glowforge laser cutter; Young Makers program for ages 8–12
- Flagship branch of the Greater Clarks Hill Regional Library System (est. 2013), serving Columbia, Burke, Lincoln, and Warren counties
- Free notary service available during library hours — Columbia County Notary Public guidelines on file
- Collection capacity of 95,000 adult and 58,000 children's books, plus DVDs, audiobooks, and curbside pickup
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Your Columbia County Library card connects you to Georgia's statewide digital gateway and GCHRL's online resources:
📚 Services
- Free library card for Columbia County (and Greater Clarks Hill region) residents
- Free notary service during library hours
- Makerspace (ages 13+): 3D printing, sewing, Glowforge laser cutter
- Young Makers program (ages 8–12): STEM and design activities
- 300-seat performing arts theater (reservable for community events)
- Meeting rooms and classrooms for community use
- Friends of the Library bookstore
- Curbside pickup available Mon–Fri
- PINES shared catalog — borrow from 275+ Georgia libraries
- Public computers with internet access
- WiFi throughout the building
🎸 Programs
- Story times for ages 0–5 (546 programs annually system-wide)
- Youth programs for ages 6–11 (226 programs annually system-wide)
- Young Adult programs and teen activities
- Young Makers (ages 8–12) STEM and design workshops
- MakerSpace open sessions (ages 13+)
- Adult programs: lectures, book clubs, and special events
- Summer reading program for all ages
- GALILEO and research skills workshops
📍 Nearby Libraries in the Augusta Metro Area
Distances are approximate straight-line miles from this library.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does Columbia County Library offer notary services?
Yes. Free notary service is available at Columbia County Library during regular library hours. The library maintains Columbia County Notary Public guidelines on its website. No appointment is required — visit the circulation desk during your visit.
What can I make in the Columbia County Library Makerspace?
The Makerspace at Columbia County Library (ages 13+) is equipped with 3D printers, sewing machines, and a Glowforge laser cutter for engraving and cutting projects. The Young Makers program for ages 8–12 offers guided sessions in science, engineering, and design. Check the library calendar at gchrl.org for scheduled Makerspace sessions and open lab times.
What is the performing arts theater inside Columbia County Library?
The library building includes a 300-seat performing arts theater that hosts community events, lectures, performances, and programs. It is among the most distinctive features of any Georgia public library. The theater is available to community organizations — contact the library at 706-863-1946 for rental and scheduling information.
What is the Greater Clarks Hill Regional Library System?
The Greater Clarks Hill Regional Library System (GCHRL) is a consortium of eight public libraries established in 2013 to serve Columbia, Burke, Lincoln, and Warren counties in eastern Georgia. Columbia County Library in Evans is the flagship branch. All branches share a PINES catalog, and your card works at any GCHRL location as well as 275+ other Georgia public libraries.
📋 This library offers notary services. See what a library notary can do — what to bring, fees and appointments — and find other libraries with a notary notary services by state.
🔨 This library has a makerspace / 3D printing. See how library makerspaces and 3D printing work and find other libraries with a makerspace makerspaces by state.
📅 This library has meeting & community rooms. See how library meeting rooms work — booking, policies and fees — and find other libraries with meeting or community rooms meeting rooms by state.
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