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An image of a woman's face covered on both sides by a torn pink and red negative image of those parts of the face. The title, Don't Open Your Eyes, covers most of the page hiding some of the image.

Meet the Author: Liv Constantine - DON'T OPEN YOUR EYES

Friday, June 20, 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:

Liv Constantine presents their newest book, DON'T OPEN YOUR EYES!

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Heart Health Screenings

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 9:30am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room A&B at Corporate Parkway Branch

Class & Event Types:

Community Events, Health & Wellness

Age Group:

Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
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Library Branch: Corporate Parkway Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Community Events, Health & Wellness
Event Details:
  • BJC & Progress West Hospitals will host a free health screening event at the Corporate Parkway Branch. The free screenings include blood pressure, blood sugar, A1C, and cholesterol checks.
A book cover with a black background and bright pink and purple bursts and spots. The title Trust Me Always is in the middle and the author's name, Meagan Brandy is at the bottom of the cover in white print.

Meet the Author: Meagan Brandy - TRUST ME ALWAYS

Saturday, June 21, 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+
View Details
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:

Meagan Brandy speaks about her newest book TRUST ME ALWAYS. 

This is a ticketed event.
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Digital Safety Workshop

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room at Cliff View Branch

Class & Event Types:

Current Events & Trends, Evenings & Weekends, Health & Wellness, Science & Technology

Age Group:

Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Register Now
Library Branch: Cliff View Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12), 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 teen-focused Digital Safety Workshop. 

Learning key concepts like Digital Footprint, Oversharing, Cyberbullying, Upstander, & Red Flag Feelings&n

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Social Security 101: Understanding Retirement, Survivor, and Medicare Benefits

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:15pm
Event Room N at Spencer Road Branch

Class & Event Types:

Business & Finance, Self Improvement & Professional Development, Virtual

Age Group:

Adults, Ages 55+
Register Now
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Event Room N
Age Group: Adults, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Business & Finance, Self Improvement & Professional Development, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

This 'LIVE' virtual program on Social Security 101 is a free webinar hosted by the Social Security Administration (SSA).

Three teens use laptops to study, each has snacks and drinks

SAT/ACT: Understanding and Preparing for College Entrance Standardized Tests

Saturday, June 28, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A&B at Kisker Road Branch

Class & Event Types:

Special Events, Evenings & Weekends, Homeschool, Self Improvement & Professional Development

Age Group:

Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+
Register Now
Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+
Class & Event Types: Special Events, Evenings & Weekends, Homeschool, Self Improvement & Professional Development
Registration Required
Event Details:

This program will cover the common standardized tests used by US universities for college admittance. We'll go over the SAT and ACT, how they differ, and how students can prepare for them.

Three teens use laptops to study, each has snacks and drinks

SAT/ACT: Understanding and Preparing for College Entrance Standardized Tests

Monday, June 30, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room at Deer Run Branch

Class & Event Types:

Special Events, Evenings & Weekends, Homeschool, Self Improvement & Professional Development

Age Group:

Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+
Register Now
Library Branch: Deer Run Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+
Class & Event Types: Special Events, Evenings & Weekends, Homeschool, Self Improvement & Professional Development
Registration Required
Event Details:

This program will cover the common standardized tests used by US universities for college admittance. We'll go over the SAT and ACT, how they differ, and how students can prepare for them.

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Digital Safety Workshop

Monday, June 30, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room A&B at McClay Branch

Class & Event Types:

Current Events & Trends, Evenings & Weekends, Health & Wellness, Science & Technology

Age Group:

Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Register Now
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

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Star Party

Monday, June 30, 2025 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Event Room L - Siteman at BJC St. Peters Room at Spencer Road Branch

Class & Event Types:

Community Events, Evenings & Weekends, Science & Technology

Age Group:

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

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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Star Party

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A&B at Kisker Road Branch

Class & Event Types:

Community Events, Evenings & Weekends, Science & Technology

Age Group:

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

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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American Red Cross Blood Drive- Hosted by Henderson Elementary

12:00pm–4:00pm
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
McClay Branch
Library Branch: McClay Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Community Events, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Be a Donor!

Join us at Henderson Elementary to give blood on Friday, October 17. Donors are strongly urged to give to help ensure lifesaving blood products are available for patients.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration Not Required

Registration is not required for this program.

Growing Artists

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.

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.

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.

Read to a Dog

5:30pm–6:30pm
Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
McClay Branch
Upcoming
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.

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.

Flu Shot Clinic

9:30am–11:30am
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
McClay Branch
Library Branch: McClay Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Community Events, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

FREE flu shot clinic in collaboration with Barnes-Jewish St Peters & Progress West Hospitals.

Adults 18+ are welcome to drop in anytime between 9:30-11:30 am.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

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.

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 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.

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 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.

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.

Growing Minds

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: Early Literacy & Learning, Science & Technology

Fun exploration of topics that keep kids thinking and learning.

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.

Star Party

7:00pm–8:30pm
Kids, Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Families, Everyone
McClay Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: McClay 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.  

Public Election

All Day
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 55+
McClay Branch
Library Branch: McClay Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Community Events
Event Details:

This room is reserved for a public election.

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.

First Impact - Teen Drivers and the Graduated Driver License Law

1:00pm–2:30pm
Teens (Grades 7-12), Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
McClay Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: McClay Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12), Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Community Events, Current Events & Trends, Evenings & Weekends, Self Improvement & Professional Development
Registration Required
Event Details:

Please register at Signup Genius - Teen Drivers & the GDL Law or here, below the program description.

Parents, the information being offered in this class is for both you and your new teen driver!

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

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, Outreach, Spencer Road Branch, WingHaven® Branch, Central Services, Virtual, Staff Development Day, Mid Rivers Mall Branch
Description:

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

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.

Growing Artists

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.

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.

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.

Read to a Dog

5:30pm–6:30pm
Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
McClay Branch
Upcoming
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.

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.

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.