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A stack of books with one open on top next to the Next Chapter Book Club Logo

Next Chapter Book Club

Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Kisker Road Branch
Class & Event Types:
Books & More, Clubs & Communities
Age Group:
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Next Chapter Book Club:

Next Chapter Book Club is a community-based book club for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Participants (even those who cannot read) gather for one hour ...

Required
Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Clubs & Communities
Required
Seats Remaining: 10

Next Chapter Book Club is a community-based book club for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Participants (even those who cannot read) gather for one hour weekly to read aloud and discuss a book that is provided by the Library. Together, we will explore new worlds and meet interesting characters through fun and engaging stories, gaining real-world skills and making new friends along the way.

Registration is required for this program and space is limited. By registering for one session, you will automatically be registered for the entire series.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Register Everyone

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

Senior Social Hour

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A&B at Kisker Road Branch
Class & Event Types:
Current Events & Trends
Age Group:
Ages 55+
Event Details:

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

Required
Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Current Events & Trends
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
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 class, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Food and/or Drinks

Food and/or drinks will be served at this class 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. Please ask to see packaging at the event if you are concerned.  

Various game pieces around scrabble letters that spell out Games.

Hand & Foot

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A&B at Kisker Road Branch
Class & Event Types:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Event Details:

Come to the Library and enjoy an afternoon playing Hand & Foot!

Required
Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Come to the Library and enjoy an afternoon playing Hand & Foot!

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Register Everyone

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

A group of tweens holding stacks of books

Let's Explore: Audiobooks Session 2

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A&B at Kisker Road Branch
Class & Event Types:
Books & More
Age Group:
Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8)
Event Details:

Join us as we listen to A Series of Unfortunate Events: The Bad Beginning by Lemony Snicket narrated by Tim Curry. We will listen to the book together while working on somethi...

Required
Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8)
Class & Event Types: Books & More
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:
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Join us as we listen to

Disclaimer(s)

Food and/or Drinks

Food and/or drinks will be served at this class 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. Please ask to see packaging at the event if you are concerned.  

A boy and girl learning at home with their mother.

Homeschool Explorers: History of the Olympics

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A&B at Kisker Road Branch
Class & Event Types:
Reading Challenge, History & Culture, Homeschool
Age Group:
Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
Event Details:

Celebrate the upcoming Olympic Games - Paris 2024 by learning about the history of the Olympics!

Required
Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
Class & Event Types: Reading Challenge, History & Culture, Homeschool
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Olympics

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Register Each Child Individually

Please register each child who will be attending individually.

Galaxy Quest! with Stephanie Bearce

Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A&B at Kisker Road Branch
Class & Event Types:
Special Events, Reading Challenge, History & Culture, Science & Technology
Age Group:
Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Families, Everyone
Event Details:

Build and race a rocket as you discover the secrets of black holes, exploding stars, and distant galaxies. This class is presented by beloved children's author and self proclaimed ...

Required
Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Families, Everyone
Class & Event Types: Special Events, Reading Challenge, History & Culture, Science & Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Build and race a rocket as you discover the secrets of black holes, exploding stars, and distant galaxies. This class is presented by beloved children's author and self proclaimed "science nerd and history lover" Stephanie Bearce.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

If you need accommodations for this class, 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 word art

Teens Create: Book Sleeves

Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A&B at Kisker Road Branch
Class & Event Types:
Arts & Crafts, Books & More
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 7-12)
Event Details:

Personalize a book sleeve and use it to carry around your tablet or current read! 

Required
Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12)
Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Books & More
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Personalize a book sleeve and use it to carry around your tablet or current read! 

Disclaimer(s)

Messy Crafts

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

Healthy foods weight loss tools and medical instruments on a light blue background.

Oasis "A Matter of Balance"

Monday, July 15, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room A&B at Kisker Road Branch
Class & Event Types:
Health & Wellness, Self Improvement & Professional Development
Age Group:
Adults, Ages 55+
Event Details:

To register for this class please call 314-862-4859 ext 24, class #6630 Almost half of older adults worry about falling. Learn factors that can lead to a fall and practical tips...

Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Adults, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Health & Wellness, Self Improvement & Professional Development
Event Details:

To register for this class please call 314-862-4859 ext 24, class #6630

Almost half of older adults worry about falling.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

butterfly on a flower

The Butterfly House Presents: Bug Lab

Monday, July 15, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A&B at Kisker Road Branch
Class & Event Types:
Special Events, Reading Challenge, Games & Activities, Science & Technology
Age Group:
Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Families, Everyone
Event Details:

Learn the exciting and valuable jobs insects have while interacting with living animals. This program uses both mounted and living insects to give your students insights into the r...

Required
Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Families, Everyone
Class & Event Types: Special Events, Reading Challenge, Games & Activities, Science & Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Learn the exciting and valuable jobs insects have while interacting with living animals.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Register Each Child Individually

Please register each child who will be attending individually.

black cover with the profile of the head of a cream colored dog

Book Discussion: "The Art of Racing in the Rain" by Garth Stein

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A&B at Kisker Road Branch
Class & Event Types:
Books & More, Evenings & Weekends
Age Group:
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Book Discussion:

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.

Event Details:

A dog decides that when he dies and returns to earth as a man, he will model his behavior after his beloved owner, a race car driver. If you prefer, this title is avai...

Required
Library Branch: Kisker Road 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: 25
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.

A dog decides that when he dies and returns to earth as a man, he will model his behavior after his beloved owner, a race car driver.

If you prefer, this title is available electronically:

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Sponsored by Friends

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Toddler playing drum

Grow Your Reader: Toddler Tunes

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room A&B at Kisker Road Branch
Class & Event Types:
Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning, Movies & Music
Age Group:
Kids, Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Toddler Tunes:

Sing, dance, and play toward early literacy through music and movement.

Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Kids, Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning, Movies & Music

Sing, dance, and play toward early literacy through music and movement.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

No Registration

Registration is not required for this class.

A stack of books with one open on top next to the Next Chapter Book Club Logo

Next Chapter Book Club

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Kisker Road Branch
Class & Event Types:
Books & More, Clubs & Communities
Age Group:
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Next Chapter Book Club:

Next Chapter Book Club is a community-based book club for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Participants (even those who cannot read) gather for one hour ...

Required
Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Clubs & Communities
Required
Seats Remaining: 10

Next Chapter Book Club is a community-based book club for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Participants (even those who cannot read) gather for one hour weekly to read aloud and discuss a book that is provided by the Library. Together, we will explore new worlds and meet interesting characters through fun and engaging stories, gaining real-world skills and making new friends along the way.

Registration is required for this program and space is limited. By registering for one session, you will automatically be registered for the entire series.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Register Everyone

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

Crafting connections word art

Got Scrap Quilting

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 3:00pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room A&B at Kisker Road Branch
Class & Event Types:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Event Details:

Local quilters come together each month to share ideas and discuss quilting projects. This monthly program provides a relaxed forum for quilters of all levels to come together t...

Required
Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Local quilters come together each month to share ideas and discuss quilting projects.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Register Everyone

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

Fairy tale scene coming out of a book

Story Time

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room A&B at Kisker Road Branch
Class & Event Types:
Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning
Age Group:
Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Story Time:

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

Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&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 class, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

No Registration

Registration is not required for this class.

Various game pieces around scrabble letters that spell out Games.

Five Crowns

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A&B at Kisker Road Branch
Class & Event Types:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Event Details:

Five Crowns is a five-suited rummy-style card game. It is a quick favorite for avid and casual card players alike. The unique deck provides you with multiple options for arranging ...

Required
Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Five Crowns is a five-suited rummy-style card game. It is a quick favorite for avid and casual card players alike. The unique deck provides you with multiple options for arranging your cards into books and runs.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Image of a penguin in a food truck holding a rainbow colored snow cone. Beneath the truck it says Kona Ice.

Kona Ice and Travelin' Tom's Coffee Truck @ the Library

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Kisker Road Branch
Class & Event Types:
Seasonal, Special Events, Reading Challenge, Evenings & Weekends
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), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Families, Everyone
Event Details:

Attention everyone! Get ready for a cool treat - Kona Ice will be at the library this summer!! Whether you want to purchase a delicious snow cone or use a voucher you earned throug...

Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
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), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Families, Everyone
Class & Event Types: Seasonal, Special Events, Reading Challenge, Evenings & Weekends
Event Details:

Attention everyone! Get ready for a cool treat - Kona Ice will be at the library this summer!!

A group of tweens holding stacks of books

Let's Explore: Audiobooks Session 3

Friday, July 19, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A&B at Kisker Road Branch
Class & Event Types:
Books & More
Age Group:
Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8)
Event Details:

Join us as we listen to A Series of Unfortunate Events: The Bad Beginning by Lemony Snicket narrated by Tim Curry. We will listen to the book together while working on somethi...

Required
Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8)
Class & Event Types: Books & More
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:
''

Join us as we listen to

Disclaimer(s)

Food and/or Drinks

Food and/or drinks will be served at this class 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. Please ask to see packaging at the event if you are concerned.  

Movie popcorn and a clapperboard

Family Flix: "Trolls: World Tour" (2020)

Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A&B at Kisker Road Branch
Class & Event Types:
Evenings & Weekends, Homeschool, Movies & Music
Age Group:
Families, Everyone
Event Details:

Come watch "Trolls: World Tour" (2020) at Kisker Road! Bring blankets, pillows, and other cozy items with you to enjoy the movie. Snacks and drinks will be provided! T...

Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Families, Everyone
Class & Event Types: Evenings & Weekends, Homeschool, Movies & Music
Event Details:
''

Come watch "Trolls: Worl

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Food and/or Drinks

Food and/or drinks will be served at this class 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. Please ask to see packaging at the event if you are concerned.  

No Registration

Registration is not required for this class.

Uncovering History: Gravestone Cleaning

Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Kisker Road Branch
Class & Event Types:
Seasonal, Community Events, Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture
Age Group:
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Event Details:

Join the Library and the St. Charles Parks & Recreation Department to learn about one of St. Charles’s historic cemeteries and its residents in this hands-on headstone cleaning...

Required
Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Seasonal, Community Events, Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join the Library and the St. Charles Parks & Recreation Department to learn about one of St.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Outdoor Class and Event Weather Statement

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

Register Everyone

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

Woman reading to group of toddlers

Time for Twos

Monday, July 22, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room A&B at Kisker Road Branch
Class & Event Types:
Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning
Age Group:
Kids, Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Time for Twos:

Grow Your Reader with stories, songs, and activities for two-year-olds and their caregivers.

Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Kids, Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning

Grow Your Reader with stories, songs, and activities for two-year-olds and their caregivers.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

No Registration

Registration is not required for this class.

Healthy foods weight loss tools and medical instruments on a light blue background.

Oasis "A Matter of Balance"

Monday, July 22, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room A&B at Kisker Road Branch
Class & Event Types:
Health & Wellness, Self Improvement & Professional Development
Age Group:
Adults, Ages 55+
Event Details:

To register for this class please call 314-862-4859 ext 24, class #6630 Almost half of older adults worry about falling. Learn factors that can lead to a fall and practical tips...

Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Adults, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Health & Wellness, Self Improvement & Professional Development
Event Details:

To register for this class please call 314-862-4859 ext 24, class #6630

Almost half of older adults worry about falling.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Zoofari Earth

Monday, July 22, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A&B at Kisker Road Branch
Class & Event Types:
Special Events, Reading Challenge, Games & Activities, Science & Technology
Age Group:
Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Families, Everyone
Event Details:

Go on a trip around the world through the eyes of six animal ambassadors. Six ambassadors, six continents, tons of fun! Summer Challenge Presenter

Required
Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Families, Everyone
Class & Event Types: Special Events, Reading Challenge, Games & Activities, Science & Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Go on a trip around the world through the eyes of six animal ambassadors. Six ambassadors, six continents, tons of fun!

Summer Challenge Presenter

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Register Each Child Individually

Please register each child who will be attending individually.

Preschool Party: Beach Party

Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Meeting Room A&B at Kisker Road Branch
Class & Event Types:
Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Preschool Party:

Sing, play, and celebrate!

Event Details:

Celebrate summertime with a fun beach party! Wear your favorite summer outfit, and don't forget your sunglasses!

Required
Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Sing, play, and celebrate!

Celebrate summertime with a fun beach party! Wear your favorite summer outfit, and don't forget your sunglasses!

Father and mother reading with toddler

Fun For Ones

Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room A&B at Kisker Road Branch
Class & Event Types:
Early Literacy & Learning
Age Group:
Kids, Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Fun for Ones:

Grow Your Reader with stories, songs, and activities for one-year-olds and their caregivers.

Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Kids, Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Class & Event Types: Early Literacy & Learning

Grow Your Reader with stories, songs, and activities for one-year-olds and their caregivers.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

No Registration

Registration is not required for this class.