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

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
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Fire Safety with the O'Fallon Fire District

6:30pm–7:15pm
Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Families
Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Families
Class & Event Types: Special Events, Reading Challenge, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we learn about fire safety with the O'Fallon Fire District. They'll help us prepare for what to do during a fire and show us some cool firefighter gear.

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 "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 "Families" group

Mad Science Presents Spooky Science: Sounds Like Science

6:30pm–7:30pm
Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Families
Spencer Road Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Event Room L - Siteman at BJC St. Peters Room
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Families
Class & Event Types: Seasonal, Special Events, Evenings & Weekends, Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Kids get tuned into learning with exciting demonstrations and experiments, including the surprisingly loud dinosaur-in-a-can, the singing pipe, and a kid-created thunderstorm!

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.  

This event is in the "Kids" 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 "Families" group

Halloween Safety with the St. Charles Ambulance District

10:00am–11:00am
Kids, Toddlers (Ages 1-3), Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Families
Spencer Road Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Event Room L - Siteman at BJC St. Peters Room
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), Families
Class & Event Types: Seasonal, Special Events, Arts & Crafts, Books & More, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

The St. Charles County Ambulance District presents a special program on Halloween Safety. Tour a real ambulance, listen to a story, make a spooky craft at the Library, & get a Halloween Glow Bracelet to make your Halloween a safe one!

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.  

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

Checkmate Academy: Lessons for Youth

5:00pm–6:00pm
Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12)
Deer Run Branch
Open
Registration Required
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!

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.  

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
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 "Families" group

Mad Science Presents Spooky Science: Spin, Pop, Boom

6:30pm–7:30pm
Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Families
Spencer Road Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Event Room L - Siteman at BJC St. Peters Room
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Families
Class & Event Types: Seasonal, Special Events, Evenings & Weekends, Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

The audience is amazed when the Mad Scientist defies gravity in this energetic and spectacular special event. The children are enthralled by the exciting sounds of the didgeridoo tubes.

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.  

This event is in the "Kids" 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 "Families" group

Story Time with Lindenwood University

10:00am–10:30am
Kids, Toddlers (Ages 1-3), Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Families
McClay Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: McClay 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:

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

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

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.


 

This event is in the "Kids" 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 "Families" group

Halloween Safety with the St. Charles Ambulance District

10:00am–11:00am
Kids, Toddlers (Ages 1-3), Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Families
Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Room: Community 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), Families
Class & Event Types: Seasonal, Special Events, Arts & Crafts, Books & More, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

The St. Charles County Ambulance District presents a special program on Halloween Safety. Tour a real ambulance, listen to a story, make a spooky craft at the Library, & get a Halloween Glow Bracelet to make your Halloween a safe one!

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 "Everyone" group

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:

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

eResource Spotlight: Career Help

10:00am–10:45am
Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults
Spencer Road Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: (Staff Only) Spencer Road Technology Training Room
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults
Class & Event Types: Special Events, Business & Finance, Self Improvement & Professional Development
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

Join our Digital Resources Coordinator in learning about our free eResource offerings. 

This session will cover what resources help patrons:

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.  

This event is in the "Adults" group
Registration Required
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Event Room N
Age Group: Adults
Class & Event Types: Special Events, Health & Wellness, Science & Technology, Self Improvement & Professional Development
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

Early childhood is a time when children confront--with toddler skills--some of the biggest questions of being human.

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.


 

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

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
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.


 

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

How to Play the Harmonica

10:00am–10:45am
Kids, Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Everyone
Spencer Road Branch
Open
Registration Required
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.  

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

How to Start Treasure Hunting

10:00am–10:45am
Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults
Spencer Road Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults
Class & Event Types: Special Events, Hobbies & Recreation
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

This will be a program talking about all the various treasure hunts that are currently ongoing in the USA, some going all the way up to over $1 million! Join us to learn how to get started on your next adventure.

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.


 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Tea: Tips for Sipping and Party Planning

10:00am–10:45am
Adults
Spencer Road Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Event Room M - BJC St. Peters Room
Age Group: Adults
Class & Event Types: Special Events, Hobbies & Recreation
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

Learn how to create the perfect tea party for your family and friends.

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.


 

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

Write the Book Anyway: Building a Sustainable Writing Habit When Life Is Full

10:00am–10:45am
Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults
Spencer Road Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults
Class & Event Types: Special Events, Books & More, Hobbies & Recreation, Self Improvement & Professional Development
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

Have a book idea but no time to write it? You’re not alone. Whether you're juggling work, parenting, or just trying to stay afloat, writing can feel like a luxury—but your story deserves space.

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.


 

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
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 "Families" group

Fire Safety with the City of St. Charles Fire Department

10:00am–11:00am
Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Families
Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Families
Class & Event Types: Special Events, Reading Challenge, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we learn about fire safety with the City of St. Charles Fire Department. They'll help us prepare for what to do during a fire and show us some cool firefighter gear.

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.  

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

Autumn Landscape Acrylic Painting Class

11:00am–11:45am
Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults
Spencer Road Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults
Class & Event Types: Special Events, Arts & Crafts, Hobbies & Recreation
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

Join us through a guided art project to create an autumn Landscape where you will learn a variety of painting techniques. All are supplies are provided. 

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.  

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

eResource Spotlight: Everyday Help

11:00am–11:45am
Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults
Spencer Road Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: (Staff Only) Spencer Road Technology Training Room
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults
Class & Event Types: Special Events, Arts & Crafts, Hobbies & Recreation, Self Improvement & Professional Development
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

Join our Digital Resources Coordinator in learning about our free eResource offerings. 

This session will cover what resources help patrons:

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.  

This event is in the "Adults" group

Got a Business Idea? Here’s What to Do Next

11:00am–11:45am
Adults
Spencer Road Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Event Room N
Age Group: Adults
Class & Event Types: Special Events, Business & Finance, Self Improvement & Professional Development
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

Many people have exciting business ideas, but don’t know where to begin.

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.


 

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Tweens (Grades 4-8)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Music History Through the Guitar

11:00am–11:45am
Kids, Tweens (Grades 4-8), Adults, Everyone
Spencer Road Branch
Open
Registration Required
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.


 

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Tweens (Grades 4-8)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Sahaja Yoga Meditation Presents: Experience Inner Peace

11:00am–11:45am
Kids, Tweens (Grades 4-8), Adults, Everyone
Spencer Road Branch
Open
Registration Required
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.


 

This event is in the "Kids" 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 "Everyone" group

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.

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

eResource Spotlight: Student Resources

12:45pm–1:30pm
Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults
Spencer Road Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: (Staff Only) Spencer Road Technology Training Room
Age Group: Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults
Class & Event Types: Special Events, Early Literacy & Learning, Homeschool, Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

Join our Digital Resources Coordinator in learning about our free eResource offerings. 

This session will cover what resources help patrons:

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.