Upcoming Events

Featured Events

Oral history recorder on a purple background

Oral History 101

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room A at Spencer Road Branch

Class & Event Types:

Special Events, History & Culture, Hobbies & Recreation

Age Group:

Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Special Events, History & Culture, Hobbies & Recreation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you have an interesting story to tell about how you met your spouse, funny stories from your time at school, or the music and movies of your youth?

Sepia toned map of the world

Games St. Louis People Play: Nonprofessional Sports in St. Louis

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Virtual

Class & Event Types:

Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture, Virtual

Age Group:

Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

This talk looks at the myriad of amateur sports and organized games that St. Louisans play from mud pits to video screens. They play for trophies, championships, or the joy of winning.

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First Impact - Teen Drivers and the Graduated Driver License Law

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Community Room at WingHaven® Branch

Class & Event Types:

Community Events, Current Events & Trends, Evenings & Weekends, Self Improvement & Professional Development

Age Group:

Teens (Grades 7-12), Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Library Branch: WingHaven® Branch
Room: Community Room
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 below the program description.

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Let's Move: Taekwondo Martial Arts

Monday, February 23, 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.

Baby lying on a blanket and grasping adult's fingers

Free Newborn Class

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Community Room N at Spencer Road Branch

Class & Event Types:

Evenings & Weekends, Health & Wellness, Self Improvement & Professional Development

Age Group:

Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Community Room N
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Evenings & Weekends, Health & Wellness, Self Improvement & Professional Development
Event Details:

Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital and Progress West Hospital, along with Cloverleaf Pediatrics and Dr. Brian Glen, present a free newborn class.

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Meet the Author: Jeneane O'Riley: A SECRET IN THE GARDEN

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 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

Age Group:

Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
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
Event Details:

Jeneane O'Riley presents her new book, A SECRET IN THE GARDEN. 

This is a ticketed event.

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"

"Big Medicine" York Documentary Screening and Lecture

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Event Room L - Siteman at BJC St. Peters Room at Spencer Road Branch

Class & Event Types:

America 250, Special Events, Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture

Age Group:

Tweens (Grades 4-8), 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: Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: America 250, Special Events, Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join St. Charles County Parks and the St.

Various game pieces around scrabble letters that spell out Games.

Checkmate Academy: Lessons for Youth

Monday, March 2, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
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)
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.

Adulting 101: Getting a Job

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Room C at Middendorf-Kredell Branch

Class & Event Types:

Business & Finance, Evenings & Weekends, Self Improvement & Professional Development

Age Group:

Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Room: Community Room C
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Business & Finance, Evenings & Weekends, Self Improvement & Professional Development
Registration Required
Event Details:

Knowing where to start when applying for jobs is hard. During this program, we will have a guest speaker discussing the ins-and-outs of writing a resume, planning for interviews, what to know while interviewing, and other relevant topics.

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Baby Playdate

10:00am–10:30am
Kids, Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Deer Run Branch
Library Branch: Deer Run Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Kids, Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Class & Event Types: Early Literacy & Learning

Children can enjoy toys, books, and activities designed for babies, toddlers, and their caregivers! 

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Baby Time

10:00am–10:30am
Babies (Ages 0-1)
Spencer Road Branch
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Babies (Ages 0-1)
Class & Event Types: Early Literacy & Learning

Grow Your Reader with stories, songs, and activities for babies birth to 11 months and their caregivers.

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.

Grow Your Reader: Toddler Tunes

10:00am–10:30am
Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Room: Community Room 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.

Tiny Tots

10:00am–10:30am
Babies (Ages 0-1)
Corporate Parkway Branch
Library Branch: Corporate Parkway Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Babies (Ages 0-1)
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning

Grow Your Reader with stories, songs, and activities for babies birth to 23 months and their caregivers.

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)
Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning
Event Details:

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

We'll explore a new theme each week! The Story Times on each Monday, Thursday, and Saturday have the same theme.

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: Transportation

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

Fun exploration of topics that keep kids thinking and learning.

Join us for fun activities to learn about things that go!

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Supplies

All supplies provided.  

Registration Not Required

Registration is not required for this program.

Story Time at Chicken N Pickle: Read Across America Day

10:30am–11:15am
Kids, Toddlers (Ages 1-3), Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Families
Outreach
Upcoming
Registration Required
Offsite Event
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: America 250, Special Events, Arts & Crafts, Early Literacy & Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

Join us for a special story time all about America in honor of Read Across America Day!

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.


 

Sip & Stitch

11:00am–1:00pm
Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Boone's Trail Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Boone's Trail Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Work on your own knit, crochet, embroidery, sewing, etc. project with fellow fiber arts enthusiasts! 

Bring your current WIP (work-in-progress) and join other yarn artists as we sip, knit/crochet/embroidery/etc. and talk about our past, present, and future projects.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

TAP Free Tax Service

11:30am–5:00pm
Kisker Road Branch
Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Event Details:

TAP, the Tax Assistance Program, will provide free tax service to people with medium to low income at the Kisker Road Branch by appointment only.

AARP Free Tax Service

12:00pm–5:00pm
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 55+
Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 55+
Event Details:

AARP will provide free tax service to people with medium to low income at the Kathryn Linnemann Branch by appointment only.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Homeschool Explorers: National Parks

2:00pm–3:00pm
Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
McClay Branch
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: McClay Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
Class & Event Types: America 250, Arts & Crafts, History & Culture, Homeschool
Registration Required
Event Details:

In commemoration of America's 250th anniversary, the St. Charles City-County Library is offering a wide variety of presentations and programs throughout the year, highlighting local, state, and national events, time periods, and cultural moments.

Join us in learning more about all the spectacular national parks across America! 

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

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. 

Messy Crafts

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

Register Each Child Individually

Please register each child who will be attending individually.

Sip, Snack, and Color

2:00pm–3:00pm
Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Room: Community Room A - BJC Progress West Room
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies & Recreation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a relaxing afternoon of drinks, snacks, and coloring.

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.


 

Growing Artists

5:30pm–6:00pm
Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Kisker Road Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Early Literacy & Learning, Homeschool
Registration Required

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.

Register Each Child Individually

Please register each child who will be attending individually.

Checkmate Academy: Lessons for Youth

5:30pm–6:30pm
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.

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.

Spring Decoupage

5:30pm–6:30pm
Adults
Boone's Trail Branch
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Boone's Trail Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Class & Event Types: Seasonal, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us at the Boone's Trail branch to create a 2 spring inspired crafts using spring themed napkins decoupaged onto your choice of canvases or wooden cut-outs in spring shapes.

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.  

Craft & Culture: Manga/Anime Character Bookmark

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
WingHaven® Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: WingHaven® Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, History & Culture, Hobbies & Recreation
Registration Required
Event Details:
  • Discuss favorite manga and anime.  Create a shrink plastic bookmark of your favorite character.
  • Learn how to properly pronounce popular Japanese character names and learn some Japanese phrases found in your favorite manga and ani

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.  

Josephine Baker: Fierceness and Feather Boa Fans

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
Spencer Road Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Adults
Class & Event Types: America 250, Arts & Crafts, Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture
Registration Required
Event Details:

In commemoration of America's 250th anniversary, the St. Charles City-County Library is offering a wide variety of presentations and programs throughout the year, highlighting local, state, and national events, time periods, and cultural moments.

Step into the sparkle and showmanship of the 1920s as we honor performer, activist, and local legend Josephine Baker.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Supplies

All supplies provided.  

Fun for Ones

9:30am–10:00am
Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
McClay Branch
Library Branch: McClay Branch
Room: Community 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.

Story Time

9:30am–10:00am
Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Deer Run Branch
Library Branch: Deer Run Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning
Event Details:

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

Recommended for ages 3-6, and families are welcome.

*Both the 9:30 am and 10:30 am Story Times are the same program.

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)
Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Room: Community 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 also includes a simple craft. Both the 9:30 and 10:30 sessions are the same.

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

10:00am–10:30am
Kids, Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Spencer Road Branch
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Kids, Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Class & Event Types: Early Literacy & Learning
Event Details:

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

Recommended for Toddlers 12-23 Months

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.

Tiny Tots

10:00am–10:30am
Kids, Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Kids, Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning

Grow Your Reader with stories, songs, and activities for babies birth to 23 months and their caregivers.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Spring Decoupage

10:00am–11:00am
Adults
Boone's Trail Branch
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Boone's Trail Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Class & Event Types: Seasonal, Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us at the Boone's Trail branch to create a 2 spring inspired crafts using spring themed napkins decoupaged onto your choice of canvases or wooden cut-outs in spring shapes.

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.  

I Love Quilts!

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Augusta Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Augusta Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies & Recreation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Block of the Month, Show and Tell, and Demonstrations 

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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