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A boy and girl looking at a globe with school work on a table in front of them. They are in a home setting with their mother.

Early Movers and Shakers

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room A&B at Kisker Road Branch

Class & Event Types:

America 250, Special Events, History & Culture

Age Group:

Kids, Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Families
Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Kids, Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Families
Class & Event Types: America 250, Special Events, History & Culture
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join JP Moneybags, a prominent businessman from the turn of the 20th century, as he shares his insights on the successful journey of entrepreneurs in various industries.

A boy and girl looking at a globe with school work on a table in front of them. They are in a home setting with their mother.

Early Movers and Shakers

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room at Deer Run Branch

Class & Event Types:

America 250, Special Events, History & Culture, Homeschool

Age Group:

Kids, Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Families
Library Branch: Deer Run Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Kids, Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Families
Class & Event Types: America 250, Special Events, History & Culture, Homeschool
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join JP Moneybags, a prominent businessman from the turn of the 20th century, as he shares his insights on the successful journey of entrepreneurs in various industries.

The state of Missouri with the American flag inside it. The number 250 on top of Missouri. Text underneath states "1776. St. Charles County. 2026"

Early Movers and Shakers

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Event Room L - Siteman at BJC St. Peters Room at Spencer Road Branch

Class & Event Types:

America 250, Special Events, History & Culture, Homeschool

Age Group:

Kids, Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Families
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Event Room L - Siteman at BJC St. Peters Room
Age Group: Kids, Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Families
Class & Event Types: America 250, Special Events, History & Culture, Homeschool
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join JP Moneybags, a prominent businessman from the turn of the 20th century, as he shares his insights on the successful journey of entrepreneurs in various industries.

The state of Missouri with the American flag inside it. The number 250 on top of Missouri. Text underneath states "1776. St. Charles County. 2026"

Early Movers and Shakers

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Room A&B at McClay Branch

Class & Event Types:

America 250, Special Events, History & Culture

Age Group:

Kids, Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Families
Library Branch: McClay Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Kids, Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Families
Class & Event Types: America 250, Special Events, History & Culture
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join JP Moneybags, a prominent businessman from the turn of the 20th century, as he shares his insights on the successful journey of entrepreneurs in various industries.

The cover of "Japanese Gothic" is in shades of red, white, and black. There is a small Japanese home surrounded by trees. Some of the plants are black and white, while some are red. There is some red dripping from the house and the trees.

Meet the Author: Kylie Lee Baker: JAPANESE GOTHIC

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Event Room L - Siteman at BJC St. Peters Room at Spencer Road Branch

Class & Event Types:

Author Events, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends

Age Group:

Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
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, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends
Event Details:

Kylie Lee Baker presents her newest novel, JAPANESE GOTHIC. 

This is a ticketed event.

Piggy bank on top of a calculator with coins next to it.

Knowledge is Power - Preventing Scams

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room A at Spencer Road Branch

Class & Event Types:

Current Events & Trends, Health & Wellness

Age Group:

Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Current Events & Trends, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:
  • Are you looking for ways to protect yourself from scams?
  • Do you know about the different types of scams?
  • Do you know how to identify scams, prevent identity theft, and fraud?

Remember, Knowledge is POWER!!

The state of Missouri with the American flag inside it. The number 250 on top of Missouri. Text underneath states "1776. St. Charles County. 2026"

Discover the Past: "The Crash of '29 - An Economy in Free Fall"

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Event Room L - Siteman at BJC St. Peters Room at Spencer Road Branch

Class & Event Types:

Seasonal, America 250, Special Events, Business & Finance, Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture

Age Group:

Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Event Room L - Siteman at BJC St. Peters Room
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Seasonal, America 250, Special Events, Business & Finance, Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture
Registration Required
Event Details:

Listen to the details of what led to the collapse of the New York Stock Exchange.

More than simply one event, discover the "perfect storm" of events that led to that week in October of 1929.

Fairy tale scene coming out of a book

Story Time at Chicken N Pickle

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Outreach

Class & Event Types:

Special Events, Arts & Crafts, 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
Library Branch: Outreach
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, Early Literacy & Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a special story time all about sports!

Child doing a headstand in grass

Let's Move: Taekwondo Martial Arts

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Community Room A&B at Kisker Road Branch

Class & Event Types:

Special Events, Evenings & Weekends, Games & Activities, Health & Wellness, Hobbies & Recreation

Age Group:

Kids, Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Families
Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Kids, Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Families
Class & Event Types: Special Events, Evenings & Weekends, Games & Activities, Health & Wellness, Hobbies & Recreation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Looking to learn a new martial art or a super fun way to exercise? Meet instructors from Inertia Martial Arts and Fitness who are volunteering their time to give free classes at the library to participants of all skill levels.

Colorful treble clef with music notes

Live @ the Library: ReBellion Handbell Ensemble

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Event Room L&M - BJC St. Peters Rooms at Spencer Road Branch

Class & Event Types:

Evenings & Weekends, Movies & Music

Age Group:

Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Everyone
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Event Room L&M - BJC St. Peters Rooms
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Everyone
Class & Event Types: Evenings & Weekends, Movies & Music
Registration Required
Event Details:

The ReBellion Handbell Ensemble consists of passionate St. Louis area musicians dedicated to musical excellence, community engagement, and in-person connections!

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Manga Book Discussion: My Hero Academia by Kohei Horikoshi

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
McClay Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McClay Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Clubs & Communities, Evenings & Weekends
Registration Required
Event Details:

Please pick up a copy of the book at the hosting branch.

Copies are available starting one month prior to the discussion, while supplies last.

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.  

Book Discussion: "The Measure" by Nikki Erlick

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

Please pick up a copy of the book at the hosting branch.

Copies are available starting one month prior to the discussion, while supplies last.

This book discussion is also offered on May 7 at 2:00 PM. Please only register for one event. 

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.  

Sponsored by Friends

This event was generously sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Book Discussion: "The Briar Club" by Kate Quinn

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Cliff View Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cliff View Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Books & More
Registration Required
Event Details:

Please pick up a copy of the book at the hosting branch.

Copies are available starting one month prior to the discussion, while supplies last.

"A haunting and powerful story of female friendships and secrets in a Washington, D.C. boardinghouse during the McCarthy era.

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.  

Sponsored by Friends

This event was generously sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Book Discussion: "The Measure" by NIkki Erlick

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

Please pick up a copy of the book at the hosting branch.

Copies are available starting one month prior to the discussion, while supplies last.

This book discussion is also offered on May 6 at 2:00 PM. Please only register for one event. 

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.  

Sponsored by Friends

This event was generously sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Book Discussion: "Wild Dark Shore" by Charlotte McConaghy

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
McClay Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: McClay Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Evenings & Weekends
Registration Required
Event Details:

Please pick up a copy of the book at the hosting branch.

Copies are available starting one month prior to the discussion, while supplies last.

Dominic Salt and his three children are caretakers of Shearwater, a tiny island not far from Antarctica.

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.  

Sponsored by Friends

This event was generously sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Manga Book Discussion: Fairy Tail by Hiro Mashima

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
McClay Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: McClay Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Clubs & Communities, Evenings & Weekends
Registration Required
Event Details:

Please pick up a copy of the book at the hosting branch.

Copies are available starting one month prior to the discussion, while supplies last.

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.  

Book Discussion: "The Woman in the Library" by Sulari Gentill

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

Please pick up a copy of the book at the hosting branch.

Copies are available starting one month prior to the discussion, while supplies last.

This book discussion is also offered on Thursday, June 4 at 2:00. Please only register for one event. 

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.  

Sponsored by Friends

This event was generously sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Book Discussion: "The Woman in the Library" by Sulari Gentill

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

Please pick up a copy of the book at the hosting branch.

Copies are available starting one month prior to the discussion, while supplies last.

This book discussion is also offered on Wednesday, June 3 at 2:00. Please only register for one event. 

 

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.  

Sponsored by Friends

This event was generously sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

A Court of Romantasy Readers- The Hurricane Wars by Thea Guanzon

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
McClay Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: McClay Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Clubs & Communities, Evenings & Weekends
Registration Required
Event Details:

Please pick up a copy of the book at the hosting branch or bring your own copy.

Copies are available starting April 2nd, while supplies last.

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.  

Book Discussion: "Remarkably Bright Creatures" by Shelby Van Pelt

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
McClay Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: McClay Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Evenings & Weekends
Registration Required
Event Details:

Please pick up a copy of the book at the hosting branch.

Copies are available starting one month prior to the discussion, while supplies last.

After Tova Sullivan's husband died, she began working the night shift at the Sowell Bay Aquarium, mopping floors and tidying up.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Register Everyone

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

Sponsored by Friends

This event was generously sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Book Discussion: "The Second Life of Mirielle West" by Amanda Skenandore

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
McClay Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: McClay Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Evenings & Weekends
Registration Required
Event Details:

Please pick up a copy of the book at the hosting branch.

Copies are available starting one month prior to the discussion, while supplies last.

Based on the true story of America’s only leper colony, The Second Life of Mirielle West brings vividly to life the Louisiana institution known as Carville, where thousands of people were stripped of their civil rights, branded as lepers, an

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.  

Sponsored by Friends

This event was generously sponsored by the Friends of the Library.