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Fairy tale scene coming out of a book

Story Time

Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Community Room B at Kathryn Linnemann 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: Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Room: Community 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.

Registration Not Required

Registration is not required for this program.

Fairy tale scene coming out of a book

Story Time

Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Community Room B at Spencer 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: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Community 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.

Lindenwood University logo - words only

Story Time with Lindenwood University

Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Community Room A&B at McClay Branch
Class & Event Types:
Special Events, Arts & Crafts, Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning
Age Group:
Kids, Toddlers (Ages 1-3), Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Families
Story Time:

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

This is a special story time in partnership with Lindenwood University.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: McClay Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Kids, Toddlers (Ages 1-3), Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Families
Class & Event Types: Special Events, Arts & Crafts, Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

This is a special story time in partnership with Lindenwood University.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Registration Appreciated but Not Required

Registration is not required for this program, but registering is helpful to make sure we have enough staff to accommodate everyone.


 

Fairy tale scene coming out of a book

Story Time

Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Community Room A&B at Middendorf-Kredell 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.

Join us for stories, songs, and an activity. We have a new theme each week and the Story Times on each Monday, Thursday, and Saturday have the same theme.

Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
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.

Join us for stories, songs, and an activity. We have a new theme each week and the Story Times on each Monday, Thursday, and Saturday have the same theme.

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: Touring the States

Thursday, November 6, 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)
Upcoming
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

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.

The Three Little Pigs of Piggyville Puppet show

Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room A&B at Corporate Parkway Branch
Class & Event Types:
Special Events, Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning
Age Group:
Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Families
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Corporate Parkway Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Families
Class & Event Types: Special Events, Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Father and mother reading with toddler

Fun For Ones

Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
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.

This class is a repeat from 9:30 am.

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

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

This class is a repeat from 9:30 am.

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.

octopus on cover

Book Discussion: "Remarkably Bright Creatures" by Shelby Van Pelt

Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room at Cliff View Branch
Class & Event Types:
Books & More, Clubs & Communities
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.

After Tova Sullivan's husband died, she began working the night shift at the Sowell Bay Aquarium, mopping floors and tidying up.

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

After Tova Sullivan's husband died, she began working the night shift at the Sowell Bay Aquarium, mopping floors and tidying up.

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.  

Sponsored by Friends

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Library to You Bookmobile Stop - Oglesby Park

Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Library to You Bookmobile
Class & Event Types:
Community Events, Books & More
Age Group:
Everyone

Enjoy the library in your area. The Library to You Bookmobile will be stopping in Foristell at Oglesby Park at 2801 W Meyer Rd.

Offsite Event
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 Foristell at Oglesby Park at 2801 W Meyer Rd.

Various game pieces around scrabble letters that spell out Games.

Canasta - Hand & Foot

Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Community Room at Boone's Trail Branch
Class & Event Types:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults

Learn to play Hand & Foot Canasta.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Boone's Trail Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Class & Event Types: Games & Activities
Registration Required
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.

Beaded Pumpkin Craft

Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 1:00pm - 5:45pm
Library to You Bookmobile
Class & Event Types:
Arts & Crafts, Evenings & Weekends
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+, Families

Come to the Bookmobile and create your own Beaded Pumpkin! 

Supplies will be provided at all Library to You Bookmobile stops 1, 4-6, 10, & 13.

Recommended for ages 3 and up.

Offsite Event
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+, Families
Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Evenings & Weekends
Event Details:

Come to the Bookmobile and create your own Beaded Pumpkin! 

Supplies will be provided at all Library to You Bookmobile stops 1, 4-6, 10, & 13.

Recommended for ages 3 and up.

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.

Registration Not Required

Registration is not required for this program.

gothic cover with two hands holding a rose

Book Discussion- "The Warm Hands of Ghosts"

Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room A&B at McClay 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.

This book discussion is also offered on November 5 at 2:00. Please only register for one event. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: McClay Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
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.

This book discussion is also offered on November 5 at 2:00. Please only register for one event. 

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.  

Crafting connections word art

Yarn Arts

Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Conference Room at Augusta Branch
Class & Event Types:
Arts & Crafts, Hobbies & Recreation
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Crafting Connections - Fiber Arts:

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

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.

Library to You Bookmobile Stop - St. Paul Catholic Church

Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 2:45pm - 3:45pm
Library to You Bookmobile
Class & Event Types:
Community Events, Books & More
Age Group:
Everyone

Enjoy the library in your area. The Library to You Bookmobile will be stopping in St. Paul at St. Paul Catholic Church, 1223 Church Rd., St. Paul, MO 63366 

Offsite Event
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 St. Paul at St. Paul Catholic Church, 1223 Church Rd., St. Paul, MO 63366 

Library to You Bookmobile Stop - St. Joseph Catholic Church

Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Library to You Bookmobile
Class & Event Types:
Community Events, Books & More
Age Group:
Everyone

Enjoy the library in your area. The Library to You Bookmobile will be stopping in Josephville at the St. Joseph Catholic Church, Josephville, MO 63385

Offsite Event
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 Josephville at the St. Joseph Catholic Church, Josephville, MO 63385

Discover crafting word art

DIY Crafts: Owl

Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Community Room A&B at McClay Branch
Class & Event Types:
Seasonal, Arts & Crafts, Hobbies & Recreation
Age Group:
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+

Whooo’s ready to get crafty? Join us for a fun and creative DIY session where you'll be making an adorable little owl.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: McClay Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Seasonal, Arts & Crafts, Hobbies & Recreation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Whooo’s ready to get crafty? Join us for a fun and creative DIY session where you'll be making an adorable little owl.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Supplies

All supplies provided.  

Child reading with a dog resting its head on the book

Read to a Dog

Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Community Room A&B at Kisker Road Branch
Class & Event Types:
Books & More
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: Kisker Road Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
Class & Event Types: Books & More
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.

Various game pieces around scrabble letters that spell out Games.

Board Game Night

Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Spencer Road First Floor Vending Area at Spencer Road Branch
Class & Event Types:
Evenings & Weekends, Games & Activities
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

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. 

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
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.

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.  

A forest scene during the winter. A young girl holding a lantern and a bear wearing a scarf walk through the snow.

Family Book Club: "Mustaches for Maddie" and "Share Some Kindness, Bring Some Light"

Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Room B at Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Class & Event Types:
Books & More, Clubs & Communities, Evenings & Weekends
Age Group:
Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Families

Pick up copies of this month's books at the Youth Services desk at the Middendorf-Kredell branch.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Room: Community Room 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: Books & More, Clubs & Communities, Evenings & Weekends
Registration Required
Event Details:

Pick up copies of this month's books at the Youth Services desk at the Middendorf-Kredell branch.

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 Everyone

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

Sponsored by Friends

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Teens create word art

Teens Create: Collagraph Printmaking

Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Room B at Spencer Road Branch
Class & Event Types:
Arts & Crafts, Evenings & Weekends, Hobbies & Recreation
Age Group:
Teens (Grades 7-12)

Come learn about collagraph printmaking and create your own collagraph! First, we will glue different materials onto a piece of cardboard to create a unique plate.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12)
Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Evenings & Weekends, Hobbies & Recreation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come learn about collagraph printmaking and create your own collagraph! First, we will glue different materials onto a piece of cardboard to create a unique plate.

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.

Quilling Art: Turkey

Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Community Room A&B at Corporate Parkway Branch
Class & Event Types:
Seasonal, Arts & Crafts, Evenings & Weekends
Age Group:
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+

Come create a turkey-themed greeting card! No previous experience with paper quilling necessary.

This program is also held on November 8. Please only register for one session.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Corporate Parkway Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Seasonal, Arts & Crafts, Evenings & Weekends
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come create a turkey-themed greeting card! No previous experience with paper quilling necessary.

This program is also held on November 8. Please only register for one session.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Supplies

All supplies provided.  

LinkedIn Basics

Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room A - BJC Progress West Room at Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Class & Event Types:
Business & Finance, Evenings & Weekends, Self Improvement & Professional Development
Age Group:
Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+

Are you looking for a job or wanting to maximize your LinkedIn network? Learn the basics of using LinkedIn to help you achieve these goals.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Room: Community Room A - BJC Progress West Room
Age Group: Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Business & Finance, Evenings & Weekends, Self Improvement & Professional Development
Registration Required
Event Details:

Are you looking for a job or wanting to maximize your LinkedIn network? Learn the basics of using LinkedIn to help you achieve these goals.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Person looking through a telescope at a starry night sky

Star Party

Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Community Room at Deer Run Branch
Class & Event Types:
Community Events, Evenings & Weekends, Hobbies & Recreation, Science & Technology
Age Group:
Kids, Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Families, Everyone
Star Party:

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.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Deer Run Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Kids, Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Families, Everyone
Class & Event Types: Community Events, Evenings & Weekends, Hobbies & Recreation, Science & Technology
Registration Required
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.  

Kids sitting at table of art supplies

Growing Artists: Thankful Turkeys

Friday, November 7, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Community Room B at Spencer Road Branch
Class & Event Types:
Seasonal, Arts & Crafts, Early Literacy & Learning
Age Group:
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. 

Get ready for Thanksgiving with these terrific turkey projects!

This program will also be offered on Tuesday, November 4 at 6:30 pm and Friday, November 7 at 11:00 am.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Class & Event Types: Seasonal, 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. 

Get ready for Thanksgiving with these terrific turkey projects!

This program will also be offered on Tuesday, November 4 at 6:30 pm and Friday, November 7 at 11:00 am.

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 Preschool Child

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