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Fairy tale scene coming out of a book

Story Time

Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Community Room at Deer Run Branch
Class & Event Types:
Early Literacy & Learning
Age Group:
Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Story Time:

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

Join us for story time at Deer Run! This program is geared towards ages 3-6 and families welcome.

*Both the 9:30 am and 10:30 am Story Times are the same program.

Library Branch: Deer Run Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Class & Event Types: Early Literacy & Learning
Event Details:

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

Join us for story time at Deer Run! This program is geared towards ages 3-6 and families welcome.

*Both the 9:30 am and 10:30 am Story Times are the same program.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Registration Not Required

Registration is not required for this program.

Fairy tale scene coming out of a book

Story Time

Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Community Room at Deer Run Branch
Age Group:
Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Story Time:

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

Join us for story time at Deer Run! This program is geared towards ages 3-6 and families welcome.

*Both the 9:30 am and 10:30 am Story Times are the same program.

Library Branch: Deer Run Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Event Details:

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

Join us for story time at Deer Run! This program is geared towards ages 3-6 and families welcome.

*Both the 9:30 am and 10:30 am Story Times are the same program.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Various game pieces around scrabble letters that spell out Games.

Family Fun: Bingo

Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room at Deer Run Branch
Class & Event Types:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Everyone

Join us as we play several games of Bingo. Small prizes and snacks will be provided.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Deer Run Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Class & Event Types: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we play several games of Bingo. Small prizes and snacks will be provided.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

DUPLOs

Lego Builders Jr.

Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Community Room at Deer Run Branch
Class & Event Types:
Early Literacy & Learning, Science & Technology
Age Group:
Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Families

Listen to a story and build with the Library's LEGO and DUPLO bricks.

Let's build together! We will listen to one story, then build and play with Deer Run's Duplo blocks! 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Deer Run Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Families
Class & Event Types: Early Literacy & Learning, Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Listen to a story and build with the Library's LEGO and DUPLO bricks.

Let's build together! We will listen to one story, then build and play with Deer Run's Duplo blocks! 

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.

Three teens use laptops to study, each has snacks and drinks

Scholarships and Financing: How to Fund your College Dreams

Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Community Room at Deer Run Branch
Class & Event Types:
Special Events, Evenings & Weekends, Homeschool, Self Improvement & Professional Development
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults

The fear of researching loans, scholarships, and navigating FASFA can be overwhelming to those wanting to attend college.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Deer Run Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults
Class & Event Types: Special Events, Evenings & Weekends, Homeschool, Self Improvement & Professional Development
Registration Required
Event Details:

The fear of researching loans, scholarships, and navigating FASFA can be overwhelming to those wanting to attend college.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Register Each Teen

Please register each teen who will be attending the program.

A boy and girl learning at home with their mother.

Homeschool Explorers: Touring the States

Thursday, October 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room at Deer Run Branch
Class & Event Types:
History & Culture, Homeschool
Age Group:
Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)

Take a fun journey across America without leaving your seat!  Enjoy fascinating facts, interactive activities, and stories from all around the country.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Deer Run Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
Class & Event Types: History & Culture, Homeschool
Registration Required
Event Details:

Take a fun journey across America without leaving your seat!  Enjoy fascinating facts, interactive activities, and stories from all around the country.

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.  

Register Each Child Individually

Please register each child who will be attending individually.

Toddler playing drum

Grow Your Reader: Toddler Tunes

Friday, October 10, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Community Room at Deer Run Branch
Class & Event Types:
Early Literacy & Learning
Age Group:
Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Toddler Tunes:

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

Recommended for toddlers but families welcome.

Space is limited. Please limit family attendance to one parent or caregiver. 

Library Branch: Deer Run Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Class & Event Types: Early Literacy & Learning
Event Details:

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

Recommended for toddlers but families welcome.

Space is limited. Please limit family attendance to one parent or caregiver. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Registration Not Required

Registration is not required for this program.

A boy and girl learning at home with their mother.

Homeschool Explorers: Density

Friday, October 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room at Deer Run Branch
Class & Event Types:
Homeschool, Science & Technology
Age Group:
Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Families

Spark curiosity and explore the wonders of science in this monthly program for homeschool families.  Enjoy hands-on activities, engaging experiments, and a welcoming space to learn together.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Deer Run Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Families
Class & Event Types: Homeschool, Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Spark curiosity and explore the wonders of science in this monthly program for homeschool families.  Enjoy hands-on activities, engaging experiments, and a welcoming space to learn together.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Unaccompanied Child Parental Permission Form

Any children between the ages of 10 and 16 who will be attending this program without an adult present in the library must have a copy of the Unaccompanied Child Parental Permission Form on file. This form only needs to be filled once per school year. 

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

Flu Shot Clinic

Saturday, October 11, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Community Room at Deer Run Branch
Class & Event Types:
Community Events, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+

FREE flu shot clinic in collaboration with Barnes-Jewish St Peters & Progress West Hospitals.

Adults 18+ are welcome to drop in anytime between 9:30-11:30 am.

Library Branch: Deer Run Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Community Events, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

FREE flu shot clinic in collaboration with Barnes-Jewish St Peters & Progress West Hospitals.

Adults 18+ are welcome to drop in anytime between 9:30-11:30 am.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

DUPLOs

Lego Builders Jr.-Note Time Change for this month

Saturday, October 11, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Community Room at Deer Run Branch
Class & Event Types:
Science & Technology
Age Group:
Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
LEGO Builders Jr.:

Listen to a story and build with the Library's LEGO and DUPLO bricks.

This is the same program that was presented on Wednesday this week at Deer Run. Note time change for this month.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Deer Run Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Class & Event Types: Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Listen to a story and build with the Library's LEGO and DUPLO bricks.

This is the same program that was presented on Wednesday this week at Deer Run. Note time change for this month.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Register Each Preschool Child

For registration, please register each child of preschool age attending. 

Library closed

All Day
Augusta Branch, Boone's Trail Branch, Cliff View Branch, Corporate Parkway Branch, Deer Run Branch, Kathryn Linnemann Branch, Kisker Road Branch, Library to You Bookmobile, McClay Branch, Middendorf-Kredell Branch, Outreach, Spencer Road Branch, WingHaven® Branch, Central Services, Virtual, Staff Development Day, Mid Rivers Mall Branch

All branches of the St. Charles City-County Library are closed for Indigenous Peoples' Day. Please return materials in the book drop. Have a nice holiday. We will see you on Tuesda...

Closing
Branches:
Augusta Branch, Boone's Trail Branch, Cliff View Branch, Corporate Parkway Branch, Deer Run Branch, Kathryn Linnemann Branch, Kisker Road Branch, Library to You Bookmobile, McClay Branch, Middendorf-Kredell Branch, Outreach, Spencer Road Branch, WingHaven® Branch, Central Services, Virtual, Staff Development Day, Mid Rivers Mall Branch
Description:

All branches of the St. Charles City-County Library are closed for Indigenous Peoples' Day. Please return materials in the book drop. Have a nice holiday.

Fairy tale scene coming out of a book

Story Time

Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Community Room at Deer Run Branch
Class & Event Types:
Early Literacy & Learning
Age Group:
Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Story Time:

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

Join us for story time at Deer Run! This program is geared towards ages 3-6 and families welcome.

*Both the 9:30 am and 10:30 am Story Times are the same program.

Library Branch: Deer Run Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Class & Event Types: Early Literacy & Learning
Event Details:

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

Join us for story time at Deer Run! This program is geared towards ages 3-6 and families welcome.

*Both the 9:30 am and 10:30 am Story Times are the same program.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Registration Not Required

Registration is not required for this program.

Fairy tale scene coming out of a book

Story Time

Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Community Room at Deer Run Branch
Age Group:
Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Story Time:

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

Join us for story time at Deer Run! This program is geared towards ages 3-6 and families welcome.

*Both the 9:30 am and 10:30 am Story Times are the same program.

Library Branch: Deer Run Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Event Details:

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

Join us for story time at Deer Run! This program is geared towards ages 3-6 and families welcome.

*Both the 9:30 am and 10:30 am Story Times are the same program.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Children with lab glasses and beakers

Family STEM: Transportation - Things that Go!

Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Community Room at Deer Run Branch
Class & Event Types:
Early Literacy & Learning, Science & Technology
Age Group:
Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Families

Join us for Family STEM and learn about transportation and things that go! In this program, children will get to explore different methods of transportation through hands-on activities. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Deer Run Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Families
Class & Event Types: Early Literacy & Learning, Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for Family STEM and learn about transportation and things that go! In this program, children will get to explore different methods of transportation through hands-on activities. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Children with lab glasses and beakers

Family STEM: Transportation - Things that Go!

Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Community Room at Deer Run Branch
Class & Event Types:
Early Literacy & Learning, Science & Technology
Age Group:
Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Families

Join us for Family STEM and learn about transportation and things that go! In this program, children will get to explore different methods of transportation through hands-on activities. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Deer Run Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Families
Class & Event Types: Early Literacy & Learning, Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for Family STEM and learn about transportation and things that go! In this program, children will get to explore different methods of transportation through hands-on activities. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

out of focus image of a school bus driving away

Book Discussion: "No One Ever Asked" by Katie Ganshert

Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room at Deer Run Branch
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.

"When an impoverished school district loses its accreditation and the affluent community of Crystal Ridge has no choice but to open their school doors, the lives of three very different women converge: Camille Gray--the wife of an execut

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Deer Run Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Registration Required
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.

"When an impoverished school district loses its accreditation and the affluent community of Crystal Ridge has no choice but to open their school doors, the lives of three very different women converge: Camille Gray--the wife of an execut

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Sponsored by Friends

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Kids sitting at table of art supplies

Growing Artists: Fall Fun

Friday, October 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Community Room at Deer Run Branch
Class & Event Types:
Arts & Crafts, Early Literacy & Learning
Age Group:
Kids, Toddlers (Ages 1-3), Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Growing Artists:

Open-ended and explorative preschool art session focused on the process of making art.  Dress to be messy. 

This month, children will get to create beautiful art based around the fall season. 

This class is geared towards preschoolers, ages 3-6.

 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Deer Run Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Kids, Toddlers (Ages 1-3), Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Early Literacy & Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Open-ended and explorative preschool art session focused on the process of making art. 
Dress to be messy. 

This month, children will get to create beautiful art based around the fall season. 

This class is geared towards preschoolers, ages 3-6.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Register Each Preschool Child

For registration, please register each child of preschool age attending. 

Various game pieces around scrabble letters that spell out Games.

Bunco at the Library

Friday, October 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room at Deer Run Branch
Age Group:
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+

For Ages 18+

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Deer Run Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Registration Required
Event Details:

For Ages 18+

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Fairy tale scene coming out of a book

Story Time

Saturday, October 18, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Community Room at Deer Run Branch
Class & Event Types:
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.

This is the same Story Time that was presented on Tuesday at Deer Run this week. 

Library Branch: Deer Run Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Class & Event Types: Early Literacy & Learning
Event Details:

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

This is the same Story Time that was presented on Tuesday at Deer Run this week. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Toddlers and adults on mat with toys

Baby Playdate

Monday, October 20, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Community Room at Deer Run Branch
Class & Event Types:
Early Literacy & Learning
Age Group:
Kids, Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3)

Children can enjoy toys, books and activities designed for babies, toddlers, and their caregivers!

Parents and guardians do not need to register. Space is limited. Please limit family attendance to one parent or caregiver.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Deer Run Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Kids, Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Class & Event Types: Early Literacy & Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Children can enjoy toys, books and activities designed for babies, toddlers, and their caregivers!

Parents and guardians do not need to register. Space is limited. Please limit family attendance to one parent or caregiver.

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.

an open brown book on a table top, a black background with white letters and symbols floating out of

Checkmate Academy: Lessons for Youth

Monday, October 20, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Community Room at Deer Run Branch
Class & Event Types:
Special Events, Evenings & Weekends, Games & Activities, Hobbies & Recreation, Homeschool
Age Group:
Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12)

Chess is a fun and challenging way to build problem-solving, strategy, and memory skills. Join teen volunteer and chess expert Mr. Sathish as he teaches the basics, answers your questions, and helps you sharpen your game against classmates!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Deer Run Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12)
Class & Event Types: Special Events, Evenings & Weekends, Games & Activities, Hobbies & Recreation, Homeschool
Registration Required
Event Details:

Chess is a fun and challenging way to build problem-solving, strategy, and memory skills. Join teen volunteer and chess expert Mr. Sathish as he teaches the basics, answers your questions, and helps you sharpen your game against classmates!

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Register Everyone

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

Fairy tale scene coming out of a book

Story Time

Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Community Room at Deer Run Branch
Class & Event Types:
Early Literacy & Learning
Age Group:
Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Story Time:

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

Join us for story time at Deer Run! This program is geared towards ages 3-6 and families welcome.

*Both the 9:30 am and 10:30 am Story Times are the same program.

Library Branch: Deer Run Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Class & Event Types: Early Literacy & Learning
Event Details:

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

Join us for story time at Deer Run! This program is geared towards ages 3-6 and families welcome.

*Both the 9:30 am and 10:30 am Story Times are the same program.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Registration Not Required

Registration is not required for this program.

Fairy tale scene coming out of a book

Story Time

Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Community Room at Deer Run Branch
Age Group:
Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Story Time:

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

Join us for story time at Deer Run! This program is geared towards ages 3-6 and families welcome.

*Both the 9:30 am and 10:30 am Story Times are the same program.

Library Branch: Deer Run Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Event Details:

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

Join us for story time at Deer Run! This program is geared towards ages 3-6 and families welcome.

*Both the 9:30 am and 10:30 am Story Times are the same program.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Discover crafting word art

Crafting: Happy Birthday Bracelet

Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Community Room at Deer Run Branch
Class & Event Types:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+

Join us as we celebrate 30 years of the Deer Run Branch Opening and make a beautiful pearl beaded bracelet.

All materials provided.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Deer Run Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we celebrate 30 years of the Deer Run Branch Opening and make a beautiful pearl beaded bracelet.

All materials provided.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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