Upcoming Events

Featured Events

Kids and parents sit on the floor listening to a presentation

Found in the Stars

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A at Kathryn Linnemann Branch

Class & Event Types:

Special Events, Early Literacy & Learning, Science & Technology

Age Group:

Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Families
Register Now
Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Families
Class & Event Types: Special Events, Early Literacy & Learning, Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Professor Universe is a painter who often looks at the stars. However, after wishing upon one–he gets abducted by an alien, who steals his painting! Now he must venture through space to get back his artwork.

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

Oasis "Kick the Achiness of Arthritis"

Friday, May 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room A&B at McClay Branch

Class & Event Types:

Health & Wellness

Age Group:

Adults, Ages 55+
Register Now
Library Branch: McClay Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Adults, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

To register please call 314-862-4859 ext 24, class #5555.

Arthritis is one of the most common diagnoses encompassing at least 200,000 new cases a year.

An open book lays flat at the bottom with a castle and rainbow coming out of the pages. In front of the castle are hands making the signs for A, S, and L in American Sign Language.

ASL Story Time with DEAF, Inc.

Saturday, May 24, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Event Room L&M - BJC St. Peters Rooms at Spencer Road Branch

Class & Event Types:

Community Events, Special Events, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends

Age Group:

Kids, Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3), Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Families, Everyone
Register Now
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Event Room L&M - BJC St. Peters Rooms
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), Families, Everyone
Class & Event Types: Community Events, Special Events, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for Story time signed in American Sign Language by a Deaf storyteller, followed by social time for children and families. This event is accessible to Deaf children and families, but all children are welcome to attend.

A bright yellow background with a bright blue image of the St. Louis Arch and two rivers meeting. In black and read it says, "2025 2 Rivers Comic Con".

2 Rivers Comic Con

Sunday, May 25, 2025 at 11:00am - 5:00pm
Outreach

Class & Event Types:

Author Events, Community Events, Special Events, Books & More, Current Events & Trends, Evenings & Weekends, Hobbies & Recreation, Movies & Music

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
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Library Branch: Outreach
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: Author Events, Community Events, Special Events, Books & More, Current Events & Trends, Evenings & Weekends, Hobbies & Recreation, Movies & Music
Event Details:

Join us on Memorial Day Weekend May 23 – 25 2025, for an unforgettable experience where stories come alive, heroes meet, and memories are forged. 

A black and white picture of an oval corkscrew staircase with a person walking up the stairs carrying a tea tray. The title, The Listeners, and the authors name, Maggie Stiefvater, are written in bright aqua blue letters.

Meet the Author: Maggie Stiefvater - THE LISTENERS

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Event Room L - Siteman at BJC St. Peters Room at Spencer Road Branch

Class & Event Types:

Author Events, Special Events, Books & More

Age Group:

Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
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Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Event Room L - Siteman at BJC St. Peters Room
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Author Events, Special Events, Books & More
Event Details:

Maggie Stiefvater speaks about her newest book THE LISTENERS. 

This is a ticketed event.
KidSight logo

Free Kidsight Vision Screenings

Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A&B at Corporate Parkway Branch

Class & Event Types:

Special Events, Health & Wellness

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)
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Library Branch: Corporate Parkway Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
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)
Class & Event Types: Special Events, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

KidSight offers quick, noninvasive vision screenings for children ages 6 months to 16 years old.

Person looking through a telescope at a starry night sky

Star Party

Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Meeting Room at Boone's Trail 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
Register Now
Library Branch: Boone's Trail Branch
Room: Meeting 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:

Bring the whole family and join the experts from the Astronomical Society of Eastern Missouri (ASEM) to be part of this telescope viewing session.

KidSight logo

Free Kidsight Vision Screenings

Friday, June 6, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A&B at Kisker Road Branch

Class & Event Types:

Special Events, Health & Wellness

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)
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Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
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)
Class & Event Types: Special Events, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

KidSight offers quick, noninvasive vision screenings for children ages 6 months to 16 years old.

Cartoon like image of two people floating on a river in swimsuits. The water is in shades of pink and mint green. There are some green and pink branches and leaves along the sides and a pink and orange sunset in the background. The title of the book, Till Summer Do Us Part, takes up the top two thirds of the cover, while the authors name, Meghan Quinn is on the bottom third.

Meet the Author: Meghan Quinn - TILL SUMMER DO US PART

Friday, June 6, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Event Room L&M - BJC St. Peters Rooms at Spencer Road Branch

Class & Event Types:

Author Events, Special Events, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends

Age Group:

Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
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Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Event Room L&M - BJC St. Peters Rooms
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Author Events, Special Events, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends
Event Details:

We are excited to welcome Meghan Quinn for the release of her newest book, TILL SUMMER DO US PART. 

This is a ticketed event.
open book with a plant growing out of it

Saving the Sea Turtles

Monday, June 9, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A&B at Kisker Road Branch

Class & Event Types:

Current Events & Trends, Evenings & Weekends, Science & Technology, Virtual

Age Group:

Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults
Register Now
Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults
Class & Event Types: Current Events & Trends, Evenings & Weekends, Science & Technology, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

Sea turtles are a 'canary in the coal mine' helping us understand the health of our ocean and our impacts on coastal ecosystems.

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Recycled Bottlecap Flowers

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: Reading Challenge, Arts & Crafts, Evenings & Weekends
Event Details:

Celebrate the Color Our World Summer Challenge at the Bookmobile.  Come and create some recycled art with us!  We will reuse bottlecaps to make flowers for you to take home. 

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 Fun: Game Time

2:00pm - 5:00pm
Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Families
Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Room: Kathryn Linnemann Teen Room
Age Group: Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Families
Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Games & Activities, Hobbies & Recreation
Registration Required
Event Details:

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. 

Register Everyone

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

Lego Builders

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8)
Kisker Road Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8)
Class & Event Types: Evenings & Weekends, Games & Activities
Registration Required
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.

The Magic of Art with Tommy Terrific

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Families
Corporate Parkway Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Corporate Parkway Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Families
Class & Event Types: Special Events, Reading Challenge, Early Literacy & Learning, Evenings & Weekends, Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready for an artistic, magical journey as Tommy Terrific goes canvassing through a magical art gallery.

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.  

The Magic of Art with Tommy Terrific

10:00am - 11:00am
Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Families
McClay Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: McClay Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Families
Class & Event Types: Special Events, Reading Challenge, Early Literacy & Learning, Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready for an artistic, magical journey as Tommy Terrific goes canvassing through a magical art gallery.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Lunch @ the Library

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Kids, 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)
Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Kids, 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)
Class & Event Types: Special Events, Health & Wellness

Free lunch served at the Library for all children ages 18 and under! Sponsored by Operation Food Search. 

Program runs each week Monday through Friday from June 5 through August 16. Lunches will be served and must be eaten in the library, and the child receiving the meal must be present. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Family Fun: Colt the Newt's Birthday Party

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Families
Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Families
Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Games & Activities
Event Details:

You're invited to Colt the Newt's 30th birthday party! Stop by for games, activities, and treats.

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.  

Registration Not Required

Registration is not required for this program.

Recycled Bottlecap Flowers

10:30am - 11:45am
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: Reading Challenge, Arts & Crafts, Evenings & Weekends
Event Details:

Celebrate the Color Our World Summer Challenge at the Bookmobile.  Come and create some recycled art with us!  We will reuse bottlecaps to make flowers for you to take home. 

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.

Patriotic Patio Party

11:00am - 1:00pm
Kids, 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, Families, Everyone
Cliff View Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cliff View Branch
Room: Cliff View Patio
Age Group: Kids, 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, Families, Everyone
Class & Event Types: Seasonal, Arts & Crafts, Evenings & Weekends, Games & Activities, Hobbies & Recreation, Homeschool, Movies & Music
Registration Required
Event Details:

Help us celebrate Independence Day with a Patriotic Patio Party!

There will be crafts, games, and fun for everyone. Snacks will be provided.

Recommended for All Ages.

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 Everyone

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

The Magic of Art with Tommy Terrific

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Families
Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Families
Class & Event Types: Special Events, Reading Challenge, Early Literacy & Learning, Evenings & Weekends, Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready for an artistic, magical journey as Tommy Terrific goes canvassing through a magical art gallery.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Friendship Bracelets

11:00am - 12:00pm
Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8)
Augusta Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Augusta Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8)
Class & Event Types: Reading Challenge, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Art Exploration!

Use colorful embroidery thread and a cardboard loom to make a friendship bracelet; wear it or share it!

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Lunch @ the Library

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Kids, 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)
Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Kids, 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)
Class & Event Types: Special Events, Health & Wellness

Free lunch served at the Library for all children ages 18 and under! Sponsored by Operation Food Search. 

Program runs each week Monday through Friday from June 5 through August 16. Lunches will be served and must be eaten in the library, and the child receiving the meal must be present. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Guitar Club

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults
Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults
Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Clubs & Communities, Hobbies & Recreation, Self Improvement & Professional Development
Registration Required
Event Details:

Medium close in picture of a teen playing acoustic guitar

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.  

Globe Trotters: Chile

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8)
Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8)
Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Evenings & Weekends, Games & Activities, History & Culture, Homeschool
Registration Required
Event Details:

Explore the culture of Chile with hands-on activities, games, and crafts!  We will learn fun facts, how to speak some unique words and phrases, and even try a local snack.

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.

Lego Builders

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8)
Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8)
Class & Event Types: Evenings & Weekends, Games & Activities, Hobbies & Recreation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Listen to a story and play with the library's LEGO bricks.

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.

Star Party

7:00pm - 9:00pm
Kids, Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Families, Everyone
Spencer Road Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Event Room L - Siteman at BJC St. Peters Room
Age Group: Kids, Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Families, Everyone
Class & Event Types: Community Events, Evenings & Weekends, 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.  

Lunch @ the Library

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Kids, 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)
Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Kids, 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)
Class & Event Types: Special Events, Health & Wellness

Free lunch served at the Library for all children ages 18 and under! Sponsored by Operation Food Search. 

Program runs each week Monday through Friday from June 5 through August 16. Lunches will be served and must be eaten in the library, and the child receiving the meal must be present. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Egg Carton Turtles - Recycled Art

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: Reading Challenge, Arts & Crafts, Evenings & Weekends
Event Details:

Celebrate the Color Our World Summer Challenge at the Bookmobile.  Come and create some recycled art with us!  We will reuse egg cartons to make turtles for you to take home. 

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.

Star Party

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Kids, Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Families, Everyone
Kisker Road Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Kids, Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Families, Everyone
Class & Event Types: Community Events, Evenings & Weekends, 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.  

Lunch @ the Library

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Kids, 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)
Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Kids, 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)
Class & Event Types: Special Events, Health & Wellness

Free lunch served at the Library for all children ages 18 and under! Sponsored by Operation Food Search. 

Program runs each week Monday through Friday from June 5 through August 16. Lunches will be served and must be eaten in the library, and the child receiving the meal must be present. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Egg Carton Turtles - Recycled Art

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: Reading Challenge, Arts & Crafts, Evenings & Weekends
Event Details:

Celebrate the Color Our World Summer Challenge at the Bookmobile.  Come and create some recycled art with us!  We will reuse egg cartons to make turtles for you to take home. 

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 Hangout: Cartoons and PJs

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12)
Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Room: Kathryn Linnemann Teen Room
Age Group: Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12)
Class & Event Types: Seasonal, Clubs & Communities, Games & Activities, Movies & Music
Event Details:

Throughout the Summer, the Library will host a weekly event on Wednesdays for teens and tweens after Lunch @ the Library. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Tweens Create: Painting With Tape

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

We're going to use painters tape on our paper before we paint to make some cool designs!

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
Upcoming
Registration Required
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
Event Details:

Join us in a special puzzle challenge! Teams of up to five people will race against the clock to finish the unique, 300 piece puzzle at their table.