Coffee and Conversation

9:00am - 10:00am
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Augusta Branch
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Library Branch: Augusta Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+

Enjoy a cup of coffee, a sweet treat, and relaxing conversation.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

No Registration

Registration is not required for this program.

Story Time

10:00am - 10:30am
Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Kathryn Linnemann Branch
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Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning

Grow Your Reader with stories, songs, and activities that enhance early literacy skills.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

No Registration

Registration is not required for this program.

Story Time

10:00am - 10:30am
Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Spencer Road Branch
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Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning

Grow Your Reader with stories, songs, and activities that enhance early literacy skills.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Senior Social Hour

10:00am - 11:00am
Ages 55+
Kisker Road Branch
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Current Events & Trends
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Join us for casual conversation about topics of interest and connect with fellow seniors from the community.

Light refreshments provided.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Food and/or Drinks

Food and/or drinks will be served at this program or event. Please contact the Library with any questions or concerns you have.

While we do not serve snacks containing nuts at any youth classes, we cannot always ensure there is no cross-contamination in processing. If you are concerned, please ask to see the packaging at the event.  

Story Time

10:00am - 11:00am
Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
WingHaven® Branch
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Library Branch: WingHaven® Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Class & Event Types: Seasonal, Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning

Grow Your Reader with stories, songs, and activities that enhance early literacy skills.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

No Registration

Registration is not required for this program.

Summer Challenge- Read-aloud in the Stacks

10:00am - 11:30am
Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
Boone's Trail Branch
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Library Branch: Boone's Trail Branch
Age Group: Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
Class & Event Types: Reading Challenge
Event Details:

Join us at the Boone's Trail Branch anytime during the 10:00 AM-11:30 AM window to hear some swashbuckling pirate stories to celebrate this year's Summer Challenge.  Each child will receive a pirate's hook to wear and a snack to enjoy as they

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Food and/or Drinks

Food and/or drinks will be served at this program or event. Please contact the Library with any questions or concerns you have.

While we do not serve snacks containing nuts at any youth classes, we cannot always ensure there is no cross-contamination in processing. If you are concerned, please ask to see the packaging at the event.  

No Registration

Registration is not required for this program.

Cancelled

Oasis "Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions"

10:00am - 12:30pm
Adults, Ages 55+
Corporate Parkway Branch
Required
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Library Branch: Corporate Parkway Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Adults, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Health & Wellness, Self Improvement & Professional Development
Event Details:

To register please call Oasis at 314-862-4859 ext 24, class #5601

Developed by Stanford University's Patient Education Research Center, Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions is a discussion-based, self-management

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Family Story Time

10:30am - 11:00am
Kids, Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3), Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Families
Mid Rivers Mall Branch
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Library Branch: Mid Rivers Mall Branch
Age Group: Kids, Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3), Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Families
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning
Event Details:

Grow Your Reader with stories, songs, and activities intended for ages 0-6 that enhance early literacy skills.

Each week will feature a story time theme repeated on Mondays and Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

No Registration

Registration is not required for this program.

Lunch @ the Library

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Kids, Toddlers (Ages 1-3), Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12)
Kathryn Linnemann Branch
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Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Kids, Toddlers (Ages 1-3), Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12)
Class & Event Types: Special Events, Health & Wellness

Free lunch served at the Library for all children ages 18 and under! Sponsored by Operation Food Search. 

Program runs each week Monday through Friday from June 5 through August 16. Lunches will be served and must be eaten in the library, and the child receiving the meal must be present. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Free KidSight Vision Screenings

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Kids, Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3), Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12)
Kisker Road Branch
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Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Kids, Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3), Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12)
Class & Event Types: Special Events, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

KidSight offers quick, noninvasive vision screenings for children ages 6 months to 16 years old.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

No Registration

Registration is not required for this program.

Canasta - Hand & Foot

1:00pm - 3:30pm
Adults
Boone's Trail Branch
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Boone's Trail Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Learn to play Hand & Foot Canasta.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Food and/or Drinks

Food and/or drinks will be served at this program or event. Please contact the Library with any questions or concerns you have.

While we do not serve snacks containing nuts at any youth classes, we cannot always ensure there is no cross-contamination in processing. If you are concerned, please ask to see the packaging at the event.  

Acoustic Jam @ the Library

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Spencer Road Branch
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Clubs & Communities, Hobbies & Recreation, Movies & Music
Required
Seats Remaining: 28
Event Details:

Make Music and new friends at the library!  

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

No Registration

Registration is not required for this program.

Library to You Bookmobile Stop - Lauderdale Realty - Defiance

1:30pm - 3:00pm
Everyone
Library to You Bookmobile
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Library to You Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Class & Event Types: Community Events, Books & More
Event Details:

Enjoy the library in your area. The Library to You Bookmobile will be stopping in Defiance at Lauderdale Realty, 1299 Highway DD, Defiance, MO 63341

Pool Noodle Jungle Raft

1:30pm - 5:30pm
Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Library to You Bookmobile
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Library to You Bookmobile
Age Group: Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Reading Challenge, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
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Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Bookmobile Stops

Find a list of Library to You Bookmobile stops here.

No Registration

Registration is not required for this program.

Outdoor Program and Event Weather Statement

This program will be held outside. If the temperature is above 90 degrees, below 40 degrees, or there is other inclement weather, the program will be cancelled. If this program included registration you will receive a cancellation email 60 minutes before the program is scheduled to begin.

Homeschool Explorers - Explore Flag Day

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
Deer Run Branch
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Deer Run Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
Class & Event Types: History & Culture, Homeschool
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Let's make Flag Day in June an unforgettable learning adventure! Join us for an exciting exploration of  the symbolism behind the iconic flag. 🌟 Then, get hands-on by painting your very own flag rock masterpiece!

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Lets Create: Kindness Rocks

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8)
Corporate Parkway Branch
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Corporate Parkway Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8)
Class & Event Types: Seasonal, Arts & Crafts, Hobbies & Recreation
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Art Exploration!

Bring a smile to someone's face. Paint a rock and leave it somewhere for others to find, or bring it to someone who could use encouragement. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Messy Crafts

This program may involve messy crafts or activities.  Please dress to be messy! 

Register Each Child Individually

Please register each child who will be attending individually.

Yarn Arts

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Augusta Branch
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Library Branch: Augusta Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies & Recreation

Work on your own knit, crochet, embroidery, sewing, etc. project with fellow fiber arts enthusiasts! 

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Teen Advisory Board

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens (Grades 7-12)
Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Open
Required
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Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12)
Class & Event Types: Clubs & Communities, Evenings & Weekends
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Be a part of the decision making process at the Library. Help plan programs, give book recommendations, promote the library, and eat some snacks!

Interested in joining TAB? Come to a meeting! We'll get you set up from there.  

Attendees can receive an hour of volunteer credit for attending (plus any extra participation you put in outside of meetings).

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Food and/or Drinks

Food and/or drinks will be served at this program or event. Please contact the Library with any questions or concerns you have.

While we do not serve snacks containing nuts at any youth classes, we cannot always ensure there is no cross-contamination in processing. If you are concerned, please ask to see the packaging at the event.  

Library to You Bookmobile Stop - Broemmelsiek Park

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Everyone
Library to You Bookmobile
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Library to You Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Class & Event Types: Community Events, Books & More
Event Details:

Enjoy the library in your area. The Library to You Bookmobile will be stopping in Defiance at Broemmelsiek Park, 1795 Highway DD, Defiance, MO 63341. Find us in the parking lot between Shelters #2 and 3, by the large playground.

Tween and Teen Movie Night: "Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle" (PG-13)

4:45pm - 7:00pm
Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12)
Kisker Road Branch
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12)
Class & Event Types: Reading Challenge, Evenings & Weekends, Movies & Music
Required
Seats Remaining: 21
Event Details:

"If you wish to leave the game, you must save Jumanji and call out its name."

Join us to explore the world of Jumanji from the comfort of the Kisker Road Library. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Food and/or Drinks

Food and/or drinks will be served at this program or event. Please contact the Library with any questions or concerns you have.

While we do not serve snacks containing nuts at any youth classes, we cannot always ensure there is no cross-contamination in processing. If you are concerned, please ask to see the packaging at the event.  

Read to a Dog

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
Boone's Trail Branch
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Boone's Trail Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
Class & Event Types: Community Events, Books & More
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Bring a book or choose one of ours and read to an attentive, adorable dog, or maybe even a fuzzy bunny. This class is a partnership between the Library and our "Tale Waggers", Love on a Leash. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Register Each Child Individually

Please register each child who will be attending individually.

Teens Create: Altoid Rooms

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Teens (Grades 7-12)
Spencer Road Branch
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12)
Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Evenings & Weekends
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Use a variety of materials, including tin Altoids cans, to make your own mini library, whimsical secret garden, or other creative space! Recommended for teens, grades 7-12.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Supplies

All supplies provided.  

Register Each Teen

Please register each teen who will be attending the program.

Board Game Night

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Families, Everyone
Spencer Road Branch
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Spencer Road First Floor Vending Area
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Families, Everyone
Class & Event Types: Evenings & Weekends, Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Play board games from our game library! Feel free to drop in anytime during the open play. We will be playing board games in the vending area on the first floor behind the information desk when you walk in. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Book Discussion: "The Lies I Tell" by Julie Clark

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Corporate Parkway Branch
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: Corporate Parkway Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Evenings & Weekends
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Please pick up a copy of the book at the hosting branch.

Copies are available starting one month prior to the discussion, while supplies last.

"Two women. Many aliases.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Food and/or Drinks

Food and/or drinks will be served at this program or event. Please contact the Library with any questions or concerns you have.

While we do not serve snacks containing nuts at any youth classes, we cannot always ensure there is no cross-contamination in processing. If you are concerned, please ask to see the packaging at the event.  

Sponsored by Friends

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Star Party

7:00pm - 9:00pm
Kids, Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Families, Everyone
WingHaven® Branch
Closed
Required
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Library Branch: WingHaven® Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Families, Everyone
Class & Event Types: Community Events, Evenings & Weekends, Hobbies & Recreation, Science & Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

View our amazing universe through telescopes. Get hands on instruction to use the telescopes that are available for check-out at our branches.

 Bring the whole family and join the experts from the Astronomical Society of Eastern Missouri (ASEM) to be part of this telescope viewing session.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Outdoor Program and Event Weather Statement

This program will be held outside. If the temperature is above 90 degrees, below 40 degrees, or there is other inclement weather, the program will be cancelled. If this program included registration you will receive a cancellation email 60 minutes before the program is scheduled to begin.

Register Everyone

Please register each person attending the program or event regardless of age.