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Colorful Cork Coasters

3:30pm - 5:15pm
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
Library to You Bookmobile
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:

Decorate a cork coaster with acrylic paint markers for you or a friend!

Supplies will be provided at the West Alton Library to You Bookmobile stop March 31.

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.

Crawling Caterpillars

12:45pm - 5:45pm
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
Library to You Bookmobile
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, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends
Event Details:

Make your own Crawling Caterpillar and watch your pipe cleaner creation come alive!  

Supplies will be provided at all Library to You Bookmobile stops April 1, 3, 5, 8, 9, 10, and 14.

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.

Teens and Tweens Create: Bookmarks!

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12)
McClay Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: McClay Branch
Room: Conference Room C
Age Group: Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12)
Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Clubs & Communities, Health & Wellness, Hobbies & Recreation, Homeschool, Self Improvement & Professional Development
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

This month we are celebrating National Library Week by making acrylic and wooden bookmarks.   Snacks and refreshments will be provided as well.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Event Photography

Please note that the Library's marketing team will be at this program to take photographs. These photographs may be shared on our website and social media. If you or your children are not comfortable with photographs, please inform staff at the program. 

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. 

Messy Crafts

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

Supplies

All supplies provided.  

Register Each Teen

Please register each teen who will be attending the program.

Library Closed

9:00am - 1:00pm
McClay Branch
Closing
Branches:
McClay Branch

Tweens Create: Growing Grass Caterpillars

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Tweens (Grades 4-8)
Spencer Road Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Tweens (Grades 4-8)
Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Fill a stocking with some dirt, mix in some grass seed, and if you make sure to water it you'll soon have a "furry" caterpillar friend!

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Puzzle Competition - Mystery Night!

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Spencer Road Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Event Room M - BJC St. Peters Room
Age Group: Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Join us in a special puzzle challenge! Teams of 2-4 people will race against the clock to finish the unique, 300 piece puzzle at their table. Hints will be provided, but the final image will remain a mystery until near the end of the event.

Teen and Tween Tech: Coding Club

11:30am - 12:30pm
Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12)
McClay Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: McClay Branch
Room: Conference Room C
Age Group: Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12)
Class & Event Types: Clubs & Communities, Hobbies & Recreation, Homeschool, Science & Technology, Self Improvement & Professional Development
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Join Coding Club for the opportunity to build your coding skills through lessons built around creative projects and discover a variety of library resources for an ongoing learning experience in STEM.  Snacks and refreshments

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 Everyone

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

Crawling Caterpillars

1:30pm - 5:15pm
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
Library to You Bookmobile
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, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends
Event Details:

Make your own Crawling Caterpillar and watch your pipe cleaner creation come alive!  

Supplies will be provided at all Library to You Bookmobile stops April 1, 3, 5, 8, 9, 10, and 14.

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.

Family Book Club: "Number the Stars" & "Diana's White House Garden"

6:00pm - 6:45pm
Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Families
Deer Run Branch
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Deer Run Branch
Room: Meeting Room
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
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Pick up copies of this month's books at the Deer Run Branch and read either or both books prior to the meeting.

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.

Board Game Night

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Families, Everyone
Spencer Road Branch
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.

Family Fun: Art For All

10:00am - 11:00am
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
Deer Run Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Deer Run Branch
Room: Meeting Room
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: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Join us for free-form crafts that the whole family can create. An array of supplies will be available for patrons to create anything their imaginations can think 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.  

Get in Touch with a Dinosaur: Dinosaur Fossils

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Families
Corporate Parkway Branch
Cancelled
Library Branch: Corporate Parkway Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Families
Class & Event Types: Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture, Hobbies & Recreation, Science & Technology
Event Details:

Come with us to the Land Before Time when dinosaurs ruled the earth. Listen to Adventure 360 Paleo X staff share their experiences prospecting for dinosaur fossils in Northeastern Montana.

Touch and hold real dinosaur fossils.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Family Fun: Poetry Slam!

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Families, Everyone
Spencer Road Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Families, Everyone
Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Evenings & Weekends, Games & Activities, Hobbies & Recreation
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Have a spoken word, poem, or special ability you would like to showcase? Join us on April 5th as we host a non-competitive poetry slam in Room B. All ages are welcomed to register! 

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Supplies

All supplies provided.  

Crawling Caterpillars

10:30pm - 11:45pm
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
Library to You Bookmobile
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, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends
Event Details:

Make your own Crawling Caterpillar and watch your pipe cleaner creation come alive!  

Supplies will be provided at all Library to You Bookmobile stops April 1, 3, 5, 8, 9, 10, and 14.

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.

Live @ the Library: "Music, Movies, and Merriment with paulO'Duo"

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Families, Everyone
Spencer Road Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Event Room L&M - BJC St. Peters Rooms
Age Group: 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, Movies & Music
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 89
Event Details:

Music, Movies, and Merriment is a live two-man show featuring the artistic duo, paulO'Duo. They will perform theme songs from movies and television series and the occasional advertising jingle.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Crawling Caterpillars

1:30pm - 5:45pm
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
Library to You Bookmobile
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, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends
Event Details:

Make your own Crawling Caterpillar and watch your pipe cleaner creation come alive!  

Supplies will be provided at all Library to You Bookmobile stops April 1, 3, 5, 8, 9, 10, and 14.

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.

Tweens and Teens Create: Writing Club

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Kids, Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12)
Spencer Road Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Kids, Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12)
Class & Event Types: Clubs & Communities, Evenings & Weekends, Hobbies & Recreation
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Welcome to the library's own writing nook! Drop in and join other tweens and teens as you work on your personal writing. Feel free to share inspiration, feedback, and support.

Disclaimer(s)

Register Everyone

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

Crawling Caterpillars

1:00pm - 4:15pm
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
Library to You Bookmobile
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, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends
Event Details:

Make your own Crawling Caterpillar and watch your pipe cleaner creation come alive!  

Supplies will be provided at all Library to You Bookmobile stops April 1, 3, 5, 8, 9, 10, and 14.

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.

LEGO Builders

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8)
Cliff View Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Cliff View Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8)
Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Games & Activities, Hobbies & Recreation, Science & Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Build with the Library's LEGO bricks.

Children will have the opportunity to select one creation to display in the Library.

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.

Let's Explore: Enviroscape

10:00am - 11:00am
Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8)
Deer Run Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Deer Run Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8)
Class & Event Types: Seasonal, Special Events, Games & Activities, Science & Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Learning about water pollution has never been more fun! Join Ms. Hecht from the St.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Crawling Caterpillars

1:00pm - 5:45pm
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
Library to You Bookmobile
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, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends
Event Details:

Make your own Crawling Caterpillar and watch your pipe cleaner creation come alive!  

Supplies will be provided at all Library to You Bookmobile stops April 1, 3, 5, 8, 9, 10, and 14.

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.

Tweens and Teens Create: Dragon Eggs

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12)
Kisker Road Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12)
Class & Event Types: Evenings & Weekends
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Unleash your creativity and make your very own fantastic dragon egg!

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! 

Library closed

All Day
Some Branches
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, Mid Rivers Mall Branch, Outreach, Spencer Road Branch, WingHaven® Branch, Central Services, Virtual
Description:

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

Local Author Showcase

10:00am - 1:00pm
Kids, 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
Spencer Road Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Event Room L&M - BJC St. Peters Rooms
Age Group: Kids, 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: Author Events, Special Events, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 385
Event Details:

The St. Charles City-County Library has partnered with local authors to showcase their works to the public!

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Event Photography

Please note that the Library's marketing team will be at this program to take photographs. These photographs may be shared on our website and social media. If you or your children are not comfortable with photographs, please inform staff at the program. 

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.