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Tiny Tots

Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Community Room A&B at Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Class & Event Types:
Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning
Age Group:
Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Tiny Tots:

Grow Your Reader with stories, songs, and activities for babies birth to 23 months and their caregivers.

Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning

Grow Your Reader with stories, songs, and activities for babies birth to 23 months and their caregivers.

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.

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.

Toddler playing drum

Grow Your Reader: Toddler Tunes

Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Community 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: Community 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 program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Registration Not Required

Registration is not required for this program.

Toddlers and adults on mat with toys

Tiny Tots

Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Community Room A&B at Corporate Parkway Branch
Class & Event Types:
Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning
Age Group:
Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Tiny Tots:

Grow Your Reader with stories, songs, and activities for babies birth to 23 months and their caregivers.

Library Branch: Corporate Parkway Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning

Grow Your Reader with stories, songs, and activities for babies birth to 23 months and their caregivers.

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

Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Community Room A&B at McClay Branch
Class & Event Types:
Books & More, 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.

Library Branch: McClay Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: 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.

Registration Not Required

Registration is not required for this program.

Woman reading to group of toddlers

Time for Twos

Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Community Room B at Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Class & Event Types:
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: Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Kids, Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Class & Event Types: 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 program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Baby Playdate

Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room A&B at Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Class & Event Types:
Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning, Games & Activities
Age Group:
Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3)

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

Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning, Games & Activities
Event Details:

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

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.

Alzheimer's logo with a man and beaker.

Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia

Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room A at Spencer Road Branch
Class & Event Types:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+

Alzheimer's is not normal aging. It is a disease of the brain that causes problems with memory, thinking, and behavior.

Join us to learn about:

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Alzheimer's is not normal aging. It is a disease of the brain that causes problems with memory, thinking, and behavior.

Join us to learn about:

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

winter scene with a woman walking in the woods

Book Discussion: "The Diamond Eye" by Kate Quinn

Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Community Room at WingHaven® Branch
Class & Event Types:
Books & More
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.

"The New York Times bestselling author of The Rose Code returns with an unforgettable World War II tale of a quiet bookworm who becomes history's deadliest female sniper. Based on a true story.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: WingHaven® Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Books & More
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.

"The New York Times bestselling author of The Rose Code returns with an unforgettable World War II tale of a quiet bookworm who becomes history's deadliest female sniper. Based on a true story.

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.

Woman reading to group of toddlers

Time for Twos

Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Community Room B at Spencer Road Branch
Class & Event Types:
Early Literacy & Learning
Age Group:
Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Time for Twos:

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

Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Class & Event Types: 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 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.

A boy and girl learning at home with their mother.

Homeschool Explorers: Dinosaurs and Fossils

Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room A&B at Corporate Parkway Branch
Class & Event Types:
Arts & Crafts, Books & More, Games & Activities, Homeschool, Science & Technology
Age Group:
Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)

Join us as we explore the fascinating world of dinosaurs and fossils! We’ll dive into fun facts about dinosaurs and the process of fossilization. Get ready for hands-on activities and create a fossil-themed craft to take home.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Corporate Parkway Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Books & More, Games & Activities, Homeschool, Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we explore the fascinating world of dinosaurs and fossils! We’ll dive into fun facts about dinosaurs and the process of fossilization. Get ready for hands-on activities and create a fossil-themed craft to take home.

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. 

Register Each Child Individually

Please register each child who will be attending individually.

Crafting connections word art

Beading Basics: Autumn Beaded Napkin Rings

Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Community Room C at Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Age Group:
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+

Use autumn colored beads and leather cording to make a set of 4 napkin rings.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Room: Community Room C
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Registration Required
Event Details:

Use autumn colored beads and leather cording to make a set of 4 napkin rings.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Supplies

All supplies provided.  

Movie popcorn and a clapperboard

Freedom to Read: "The Crucible"

Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 2:30pm - 5:00pm
Community Room A at Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Class & Event Types:
Reading Challenge, Books & More, History & Culture, Movies & Music
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
One Read Program:

This program/event is being offered in conjunction with this year's One Read.

Celebrate Freedom to Read month by joining us for a screening of the 1997 film adaptation of Arthur Miller's classic play about the Salem Witch Trials, preceded by a brief presentation about the history of the trials and the events in Miller's own

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Reading Challenge, Books & More, History & Culture, Movies & Music
Registration Required
Event Details:

This program/event is being offered in conjunction with this year's One Read.

Celebrate Freedom to Read month by joining us for a screening of the 1997 film adaptation of Arthur Miller's classic play about the Salem Witch Trials, preceded by a brief presentation about the history of the trials and the events in Miller's own

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

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

Next Chapter Book Club

Wednesday, October 15, 2025 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 ...

Together, we will read and discuss Spy School by Stuart Gibbs.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Clubs & Communities
Registration Required
Event Details:

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.

Together, we will read and discuss Spy School by Stuart Gibbs.

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.  

Crafting connections word art

Got Scrap Quilting

Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 3:00pm - 6:30pm
Community Room A&B at Kisker Road Branch
Class & Event Types:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Ages 18+, Ages 55+

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

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Ages 18+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

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.  

Teens jumping by fountain at Spencer Road Branch

Teen Leadership Committee

Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Conference Room C at McClay Branch
Class & Event Types:
Clubs & Communities, Current Events & Trends, Games & Activities, Hobbies & Recreation, Homeschool, Self Improvement & Professional Development
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 7-12)
Teen Leadership Committee:

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

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: McClay Branch
Room: Conference Room C
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12)
Class & Event Types: Clubs & Communities, Current Events & Trends, Games & Activities, Hobbies & Recreation, Homeschool, Self Improvement & Professional Development
Registration Required

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

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.  

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. 

Supplies

All supplies provided.  

Register Each Teen

Please register each teen who will be attending the program.

Fire Safety with the O'Fallon Fire District

Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Community Room A&B at Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Class & Event Types:
Special Events, Reading Challenge, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Families

Join us as we learn about fire safety with the O'Fallon Fire District. They'll help us prepare for what to do during a fire and show us some cool firefighter gear.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Families
Class & Event Types: Special Events, Reading Challenge, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we learn about fire safety with the O'Fallon Fire District. They'll help us prepare for what to do during a fire and show us some cool firefighter gear.

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.

AL-ANON

Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room C at Middendorf-Kredell Branch

Meeeting

Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Room: Community Room C
Event Details:

Meeeting

Child reading with a dog resting its head on the book

Read to a Dog!

Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room B at Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Class & Event Types:
Books & More, Evenings & Weekends
Age Group:
Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
Read to a Dog:

Bring a book or choose one of ours and read to an attentive, adorable dog.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Evenings & Weekends
Registration Required

Bring a book or choose one of ours and read to an attentive, adorable dog.

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.

A creepy doll hand reaches upward

Tweens Read: "Took: A Ghost Story" by Mary Downing Hahn

Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room B at Spencer Road Branch
Class & Event Types:
Books & More, Clubs & Communities, Evenings & Weekends, Hobbies & Recreation, Homeschool
Age Group:
Kids, Tweens (Grades 4-8)

"Tweens Read" is a book club just for Tweens (young teens and kids on the verge of their teen years)!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Kids, Tweens (Grades 4-8)
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Clubs & Communities, Evenings & Weekends, Hobbies & Recreation, Homeschool
Registration Required
Event Details:

"Tweens Read" is a book club just for Tweens (young teens and kids on the verge of their teen years)!

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Cup of coffee

Coffee and Conversation

Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Conference Room at Augusta Branch
Class & Event Types:
Clubs & Communities
Age Group:
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Coffee and Conversation:

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

Library Branch: Augusta Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Clubs & Communities

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.

Registration Not Required

Registration is not required for this program.

Father and mother reading with toddler

Fun for Ones

Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Community Room at WingHaven® Branch
Class & Event Types:
Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning
Age Group:
Kids, Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Fun for Ones:

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

Library Branch: WingHaven® Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Kids, Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Class & Event Types: Books & More, 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 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

Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Community Room at Cliff View Branch
Class & Event Types:
Books & More, 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.

Come join us for a new theme each week.

Library Branch: Cliff View Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning
Event Details:

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

Come join us for a new theme each week.

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.