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Meet the Author: Leland Vittert - BORN LUCKY: A DEDICATED FATHER, A GRATEFUL SON, AND MY JOURNEY WITH AUTISM

Saturday, September 27, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Event Room L&M - BJC St. Peters Rooms at Spencer Road Branch

Class & Event Types:

Author Events, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends, Health & Wellness

Age Group:

Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+

Open

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, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends, Health & Wellness

Registration Required

Event Details:

Acclaimed journalist Leland Vittert joins us to discuss his book, BORN LUCKY: A DEDICATED FATHER, A GRATEFUL SON, AND MY JOURNEY WITH AUTISM. He will be in conversation with Donnybrook's Charlie Brennan.

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Star Party

Monday, September 29, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Community Room A&B at McClay Branch

Class & Event Types:

Community Events, Evenings & Weekends, Science & Technology

Age Group:

Kids, Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Families, Everyone

Open

Library Branch: McClay Branch

Room: Community 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:

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

Image of a bright, multi-colored house. The title, The House with No Keys, fills up the front of the house. Three children are climbing among the letters of the title and a variety of mysterious items like a surveillance camera, a pond with fish, and scattered symbols and boxes.

Meet the Author: Lindsay Currie - THE HOUSE WITH NO KEYS

Tuesday, September 30, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Event Room L&M - BJC St. Peters Rooms at Spencer Road Branch

Class & Event Types:

Author Events, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends, Friends & Foundation, Games & Activities

Age Group:

Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Families

Open

Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch

Room: Event Room L&M - BJC St. Peters Rooms

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: Author Events, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends, Friends & Foundation, Games & Activities

Registration Required

Event Details:

Lindsay Currie, a Truman Award-nominated author, presents her newest book, THE HOUSE WITH NO KEYS, the exciting sequel to the first book in The Delta Games series, THE MYSTERY OF THE LOCKED ROOMS.

About THE HOUSE WITH NO KEYS:

Story Time with Lindenwood University

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am

Community Room A&B at Kisker Road 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

Open

Library Branch: Kisker Road 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:

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

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Lions, Tigers, and Bears Oh Boy!: Storytelling for the Season

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Event Room L - Siteman at BJC St. Peters Room at Spencer Road Branch

Class & Event Types:

Seasonal, Special Events, Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture

Age Group:

Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Families

Open

Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch

Room: Event Room L - Siteman at BJC St. Peters Room

Age Group: Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Families

Class & Event Types: Seasonal, Special Events, Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture

Registration Required

Event Details:

October stories for the whole family that celebrate the joy and humor of the season and its traditions.

Star Party

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Community Room A&B at Corporate Parkway 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

Open

Library Branch: Corporate Parkway Branch

Room: Community Room A&B

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.

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Forest Park Owls: Hiding in Plain Sight

Thursday, October 2, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Community Room A at Kathryn Linnemann Branch

Class & Event Types:

Evenings & Weekends, Hobbies & Recreation, Science & Technology

Age Group:

Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+

Open

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: Evenings & Weekends, Hobbies & Recreation, Science & Technology

Registration Required

Event Details:

Story Time with Lindenwood University

Friday, October 3, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am

Community Room A&B at Kisker Road 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

Open

Library Branch: Kisker Road 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:

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

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Edgar Allan Poe: His Life and Stories

Friday, October 3, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Event Room L - Siteman at BJC St. Peters Room at Spencer Road Branch

Class & Event Types:

Seasonal, Special Events, Reading Challenge, Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture

Age Group:

Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Families

Open

Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch

Room: Event Room L - Siteman at BJC St. Peters Room

Age Group: Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Families

Class & Event Types: Seasonal, Special Events, Reading Challenge, Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture

Registration Required

Event Details:

Enjoy a night of melancholy and madness with a one-man show as Edgar Allan Poe.

Checkmate Academy: Lessons for Youth

Monday, October 6, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Community Room at Deer Run Branch

Class & Event Types:

Special Events, Evenings & Weekends, Games & Activities, Hobbies & Recreation, Homeschool

Age Group:

Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12)

Open

Library Branch: Deer Run Branch

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12)

Class & Event Types: Special Events, Evenings & Weekends, Games & Activities, Hobbies & Recreation, Homeschool

Registration Required

Event Details:

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

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Library to You Bookmobile Stop - National Equestrian Center

12:45pm–1:45pm

Everyone

Library to You Bookmobile

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 at the National Equestrian Center at 6880 Lake St Louis Blvd, Lake St Louis, MO 63367.

Library to You Bookmobile Stop - Peine Lakes Apartments

2:30pm–3:45pm

Everyone

Library to You Bookmobile

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 at Peine Lakes Apartments at 2010 Peine Road, Wentzville, MO 63385

Library to You Bookmobile Stop - Stonemoor Subdivision

4:30pm–6:00pm

Everyone

Library to You Bookmobile

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 at Stonemoor Subdivision at 99 Golden Gate Pkwy, Foristell, MO 63348

Library to You Bookmobile Stop - West Alton City Park

3:30pm–5:30pm

Everyone

Library to You Bookmobile

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 at West Alton City Park located at 15100 MO-94, West Alton, MO 63386.

Chess Club

9:30am–12:30pm

Everyone

Middendorf-Kredell Branch

Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch

Age Group: Everyone

Class & Event Types: Clubs & Communities, Games & Activities

Event Details:

Drop in for a casual morning of chess! We’ll provide the boards and space—you bring the strategy. All ages and skill levels are welcome. No instruction provided.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Not Required

Registration is not required for this program.

Library to You Bookmobile Stop - Jaxson Estates

10:30am–12:00pm

Everyone

Library to You Bookmobile

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 at Jaxson Estates at the corner of Touchdown and Gold Drive, Foristell, MO 63348

Cultural Celebration - Dia de los Muertos

2:30pm–3:30pm

Kids, Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Families, Everyone

Spencer Road Branch

Open

Registration Required

Open

Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch

Room: Community Room A

Age Group: Kids, Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Families, Everyone

Class & Event Types: Seasonal, Arts & Crafts, Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture

Registration Required

Event Details:

Learn about the holiday Día de los Muertos as you create fun crafts, listen to traditional music, and collect many different Mexican recipes.

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Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch

Room: Community 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), Adults, Families, Everyone

Class & Event Types: Seasonal, Evenings & Weekends, Games & Activities

Registration Required

Event Details:

Play pumpkin-themed mini golf after-hours in the library! Crafts, activities, and snacks will also be available. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

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.

The 2025 How-To Festival

All Day

Everyone

Spencer Road Branch

Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch

Age Group: Everyone

Class & Event Types: Special Events, Arts & Crafts, Business & Finance, Evenings & Weekends, Health & Wellness, History & Culture, Hobbies & Recreation, Science & Technology, Self Improvement & Professional Development

Event Details:

Join us for the annual How-To Festival this year at the Spencer Road Library. Enjoy a full day of free classes covering a variety of topics to explore! You'll also get to:

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Accommodations

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

Chess Club

9:30am–12:30pm

Everyone

Middendorf-Kredell Branch

Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch

Age Group: Everyone

Class & Event Types: Clubs & Communities, Games & Activities

Event Details:

Drop in for a casual morning of chess! We’ll provide the boards and space—you bring the strategy. All ages and skill levels are welcome. No instruction provided.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Not Required

Registration is not required for this program.

How to Make a Personal Impact on the Environment

10:00am–10:45am

Kids, Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Everyone

Spencer Road Branch

Open

Registration Required

Open

Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch

Room: Event Room L - Siteman at BJC St. Peters Room

Age Group: Kids, Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Everyone

Class & Event Types: Special Events, Hobbies & Recreation, Science & Technology

Registration Required

Event Details:

This program is part of our annual How-to-Festival!

Changing just a few habits and practices can have a significant impact on the environment. Most environmental choices cost less, are healthier, and can even be more enjoyable.

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.

How to Play the Harmonica

10:00am–10:45am

Kids, Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Everyone

Spencer Road Branch

Open

Registration Required

Open

Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch

Room: Conference Room F - Houck Professional Room

Age Group: Kids, Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Everyone

Class & Event Types: Special Events, Hobbies & Recreation, Movies & Music

Registration Required

Event Details:

This program is part of our annual How-to-Festival!

Join us as we learn how to play fun tunes on the harmonica, no prior skills needed. Harmonicas will be provided for class goers.

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.

Music History Through the Guitar

11:00am–11:45am

Kids, Tweens (Grades 4-8), Adults, Everyone

Spencer Road Branch

Open

Registration Required

Open

Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch

Room: Event Room M - BJC St. Peters Room

Age Group: Kids, Tweens (Grades 4-8), Adults, Everyone

Class & Event Types: Special Events, Hobbies & Recreation, Movies & Music

Registration Required

Event Details:

This program is part of our annual How-to-Festival!

We will give a presentation on the era's of music history through lecture and guitar music provided by the students of the Childbloom Guitar Program.

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.

Sahaja Yoga Meditation Presents: Experience Inner Peace

11:00am–11:45am

Kids, Tweens (Grades 4-8), Adults, Everyone

Spencer Road Branch

Open

Registration Required

Open

Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch

Room: Event Room L - Siteman at BJC St. Peters Room

Age Group: Kids, Tweens (Grades 4-8), Adults, Everyone

Class & Event Types: Special Events, Health & Wellness, Hobbies & Recreation

Registration Required

Event Details:

This program is part of our annual How-to-Festival!

Sahaja Yoga means 'Spontaneous Union with the Divine’. One can attain this union by a process called 'Self Realization'.

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.

Live at the Library: Uke 66

12:00pm–12:30pm

Kids, Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Everyone

Spencer Road Branch

Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch

Room: Event Room M - BJC St. Peters Room

Age Group: Kids, Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Everyone

Class & Event Types: Special Events, Movies & Music

Event Details:

This program is part of our annual How-to-Festival!

Enjoy being entertained by the International award-winning ukulele duo, Uke 66.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Indian Traditional Dance - the Nine Emotions

12:45pm–1:30pm

Kids, Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Everyone

Spencer Road Branch

Open

Registration Required

Open

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, Everyone

Class & Event Types: Special Events, History & Culture, Hobbies & Recreation, Movies & Music

Registration Required

Event Details:

This program is part of our annual How-to-Festival!

Join us as we learn about the multi-faceted emotions that go into Indian traditional classical dances, creating a history of moves that audiences find so fascinating.

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.

Introduction to the Ukulele

12:45pm–1:30pm

Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Everyone

Spencer Road Branch

Open

Registration Required

Open

Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch

Room: Event Room M - BJC St. Peters Room

Age Group: Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Everyone

Class & Event Types: Special Events, Hobbies & Recreation, Movies & Music

Registration Required

Event Details:

This program is part of our annual How-to-Festival!

Uke 66 will deliver ukulele music with skill and depth as they perform a diverse repertoire that demonstrates the small instrument's ability to move from jazz to swing, from covers to originals, and more.

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.

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Acclaimed journalist Leland Vittert joins us to discuss his book, BORN LUCKY: A DEDICATED FATHER, A GRATEFUL SON, AND MY JOURNEY WITH AUTISM. He will be in conversation with Donnybrook's Charlie Brennan.

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Lindsay Currie, a Truman Award-nominated author, presents her newest book, THE HOUSE WITH NO KEYS, the exciting sequel to the first book in The Delta Games series, THE MYSTERY OF THE LOCKED ROOMS.

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