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This event is in the "Pre-K (Ages 3-5)" group

Growing Artists: Ladybugs

10:00am–11:00am
Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
McClay Branch
Library Branch: McClay Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Early Literacy & Learning

Open-ended and explorative preschool art session focused on the process of making art. 
Dress to be messy. 

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. 

Messy Crafts

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

Supplies

All supplies provided.  

Registration Not Required

Registration is not required for this program.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Early Elementary (Grades K-2)" group
This event is in the "Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)" group

Let's Create: Puzzle Piece Mosaic Tree

2:00pm–3:00pm
Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
McClay Branch
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: McClay Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
Class & Event Types: Seasonal, Reading Challenge, Arts & Crafts, Books & More
Registration Required
Event Details:

Art Exploration!

Create a beautiful mosaic tree with puzzle pieces.

 

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. 

Supplies

All supplies provided.  

Register Each Child Individually

Please register each child who will be attending individually.

This event is in the "Toddlers (Ages 1-3)" group

Fun for Ones

9:30am–10:00am
Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
McClay Branch
Library Branch: McClay Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: 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 will be repeated at 10:30 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.

This event is in the "Toddlers (Ages 1-3)" group

Fun for Ones

10:30am–11:00am
Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
McClay Branch
Library Branch: McClay Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: 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.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Early Elementary (Grades K-2)" group
This event is in the "Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)" group

Read to a Dog

5:30pm–6:30pm
Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
McClay Branch
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: McClay Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning, Evenings & Weekends
Registration Required

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

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Register Each Child Individually

Please register each child who will be attending individually.

This event is in the "Pre-K (Ages 3-5)" group

Story Time

10:00am–10:45am
Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
McClay Branch
Library Branch: McClay Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning

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

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Registration Not Required

Registration is not required for this program.

This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group

Teen Leadership Committee (formerly known as Teen Advisory Board)

4:30pm–5:30pm
Teens (Grades 7-12)
McClay Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McClay Branch
Room: Conference Room C
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12)
Class & Event Types: Clubs & Communities, Current Events & Trends, Games & Activities, Hobbies & Recreation, Homeschool, Self Improvement & Professional Development
Registration Required

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

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

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. 

Supplies

All supplies provided.  

Register Each Teen

Please register each teen who will be attending the program.

Library closed

All Day
All 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, Staff Development Day
Description:

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

This event is in the "Pre-K (Ages 3-5)" group
This event is in the "Families" group

Story Time at Wapelhorst Park

10:00am–10:30am
Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Families
McClay Branch
Offsite Event
Library Branch: McClay Branch
Room: McClay Off Site/Outreach
Age Group: Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Families
Class & Event Types: Seasonal, Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning
Event Details:

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

Please join us for stories and songs at Wapelhorst Park, Shelter 2 (by the playground).

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.

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.

This event is in the "Early Elementary (Grades K-2)" group
This event is in the "Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)" group
This event is in the "Tweens (Grades 4-8)" group
This event is in the "Families" group

Mad Science: Color Our World Through Science!

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

There is so much to see and learn: Discover how we can change the color of any liquid with a little bit of chemistry! The exciting sounds and flash of the didgeridoo tubs will enthrall children.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

This event is in the "Toddlers (Ages 1-3)" group

Toddler Tunes

10:00am–10:30am
Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
McClay Branch
Library Branch: McClay Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning, Movies & Music

Sing, dance, and play toward early literacy through music and movement.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Registration Not Required

Registration is not required for this program.

This event is in the "Toddlers (Ages 1-3)" group

Time for Twos

9:30am–10:00am
Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
McClay Branch
Library Branch: McClay Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning
Event Details:

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

This class will be repeated at 10:30 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.

This event is in the "Toddlers (Ages 1-3)" group

Time for Twos

10:30am–11:00am
Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
McClay Branch
Library Branch: McClay Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning
Event Details:

Grow Your Reader with stories, songs, and activities for two-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.

This event is in the "Pre-K (Ages 3-5)" group

Story Time

10:00am–10:45am
Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
McClay Branch
Library Branch: McClay Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning

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

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Registration Not Required

Registration is not required for this program.

This event is in the "Early Elementary (Grades K-2)" group
This event is in the "Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)" group

Tech Time: Osmos

2:00pm–3:00pm
Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
McClay Branch
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: McClay Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
Class & Event Types: Games & Activities, Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Have fun with us as we play with Osmo technology kits! Run your own pizza shop and practice math, money, and business smarts with Osmo Pizza Co.

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.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Pre-K (Ages 3-5)" group
This event is in the "Early Elementary (Grades K-2)" group
This event is in the "Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)" group
This event is in the "Tweens (Grades 4-8)" group
This event is in the "Families" group

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
Waitlist
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Ages 18+" group
This event is in the "Ages 21+" group
This event is in the "Ages 55+" group

Bunco

2:00pm–3:30pm
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
McClay Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McClay Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Roll the die! Bunco is an easy, fast-paced dice game that requires no previous skill. 

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.  

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Ages 18+" group
This event is in the "Ages 21+" group
This event is in the "Ages 55+" group

Digital Safety Workshop

5:30pm–6:30pm
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
McClay Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McClay Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Current Events & Trends, Evenings & Weekends, Health & Wellness, Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

In collaboration with Crisis International, BJC, and Progress West Hospital, present a parent-focused Digital Safety Workshop. 

Digital safety strategies for the family, including Apps to look out for and how to effectively monitor ki

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

This event is in the "Toddlers (Ages 1-3)" group

Fun for Ones

9:30am–10:00am
Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
McClay Branch
Library Branch: McClay Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: 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 program will be repeated at 10:30 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.

This event is in the "Toddlers (Ages 1-3)" group

Fun for Ones

10:30am–11:00am
Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
McClay Branch
Library Branch: McClay Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: 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 program 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.

This event is in the "Tweens (Grades 4-8)" group
This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group

Teens and Tweens Create: Color by Sticker

3:30pm–4:30pm
Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12)
McClay Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McClay Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12)
Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Clubs & Communities, Hobbies & Recreation, Homeschool
Registration Required
Event Details:

Use the library's space and supplies to create or finish art projects. Snacks and refreshments will be provided as well.

This month we will be using stickers to make beautiful pictures.

 

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.  

Supplies

All supplies provided.  

Register Each Teen

Please register each teen who will be attending the program.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Babies (Ages 0-1)" group
This event is in the "Toddlers (Ages 1-3)" group
This event is in the "Pre-K (Ages 3-5)" group
This event is in the "Early Elementary (Grades K-2)" group
This event is in the "Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)" group
This event is in the "Tweens (Grades 4-8)" group
This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Ages 18+" group
This event is in the "Ages 21+" group
This event is in the "Ages 55+" group
This event is in the "Families" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Kona Ice and Travelin' Tom's Coffee Truck @ the Library

4:30pm–6:30pm
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
McClay Branch
Library Branch: McClay Branch
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: Seasonal, Special Events, Reading Challenge, Evenings & Weekends
Event Details:

Attention everyone! Get ready for a cool treat - Kona Ice will be at the library this summer!!

This event is in the "Pre-K (Ages 3-5)" group

Story Time

10:00am–10:45am
Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
McClay Branch
Library Branch: McClay Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning

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

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Registration Not Required

Registration is not required for this program.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Ages 18+" group
This event is in the "Ages 21+" group
This event is in the "Ages 55+" group

Book Discussion: "The Mother-in-Law" by Sally Hepworth

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
McClay Branch
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: McClay Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Books & More
Registration Required
Event Details:

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

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Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.