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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"

"Women in the American Revolutionary War"

Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room A&B at Middendorf-Kredell Branch

Class & Event Types:

Seasonal, America 250, Community Events, Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture

Age Group:

Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Seasonal, America 250, Community Events, Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture
Registration Required
Event Details:

As part of our America 250 celebration, come hear stories about ordinary women who did extraordinary things during the Revolutionary War and the impact these women had on the revolutionary effort.

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"

Poe vs Shelley: The Battle of the Literary Heavyweights

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Event Room L - Siteman at BJC St. Peters Room at Spencer Road Branch

Class & Event Types:

America 250, Special Events, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture, Homeschool

Age Group:

Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults
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
Class & Event Types: America 250, Special Events, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture, Homeschool
Registration Required
Event Details:

Edgar Allan Poe returns to the Library with historical company…and some competition! Mary Shelley has arrived on the scene and demands that Poe start sharing the spotlight.

Oral history recorder on a purple background

Oral History 101

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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 55+
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, 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?

Baby lying on a blanket and grasping adult's fingers

Free Newborn Class

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Event Room M - BJC St. Peters Room 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: Event Room M - BJC St. Peters Room
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.

words first impact with the i's as a road

First Impact - Teen Drivers and the Graduated Driver License Law

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Spencer Road Technology Training Room at Spencer Road Branch

Class & Event Types:

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

Age Group:

Teens (Grades 7-12), Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Spencer Road Technology Training Room
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12), Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Community Events, Current Events & Trends, Evenings & Weekends, Homeschool, Self Improvement & Professional Development
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

Sepia toned map of the world

The 1904 World's Fair: Mankind's Greatest Achievement

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

Class & Event Types:

America 250, 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: America 250, Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

Billboards all around the country proclaimed: "MAN'S GREATEST ACHIEVEMENT - St. Louis World's Fair".

Movie popcorn and a clapperboard

Democracy in Lights, Camera, ACTION: Movie Night at the Library

Friday, March 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Event Room L&M - BJC St. Peters Rooms at Spencer Road Branch

Class & Event Types:

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

Age Group:

Kids, Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 55+, Everyone
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Event Room L&M - BJC St. Peters Rooms
Age Group: Kids, Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 55+, Everyone
Class & Event Types: America 250, Special Events, Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture, Movies & Music
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a movie night that celebrates one of the great films of American cinema.

Child doing a headstand in grass

Let's Move: Taekwondo Martial Arts

Monday, March 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.

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"

The Lewis and Clark Expedition

Monday, March 23, 2026 at 6:30pm - 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:

Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Families
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Event Room L - Siteman at BJC St. Peters Room
Age Group: Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Families
Class & Event Types: America 250, Special Events, Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture
Registration Required
Event Details:
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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.

Timeless Tales: Critter Fables

10:00am–10:45am
Kids, 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), 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), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Families
Class & Event Types: America 250, Special Events, Books & More, 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.

You are invited to join The House of Branching Paths to explore timeless selections from American Authors you know and love!

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.  

Graphic Novel Club Jr.: "Dungeon Critters"

10:00am–11:00am
Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2)
Kisker Road Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2)
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Clubs & Communities, Evenings & Weekends, Homeschool
Registration Required
Event Details:

Pick up a copy of the book at the front desk at the Kisker Road Branch.  

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 Each Child Individually

Please register each child who will be attending individually.

Sponsored by Friends

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

Story Time

10:30am–11:15am
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.

This is the same Story Time that was presented on Tuesday this week.

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.

Let's Explore: Budgeting

2:00pm–3:00pm
Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
Corporate Parkway Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Corporate Parkway Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends, Games & Activities, Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Fun exploration of topics that keep school-aged kids thinking and learning.

Explore how budgeting helps us reach our goals! Find out how saving, spending, and planning can make a big difference. Enjoy hands-on activities and create a budgeting-themed craft to take home!

 

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.

Meet the Author: Kelly Yang - THE TAKE

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Spencer Road Branch
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:

Kelly Yang presents her newest novel, THE TAKE, her debut adult novel. 

This is a ticketed event.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Sponsored by the Foundation

The St. Charles City County Library Foundation generously sponsored this event.

Storybook Walk - Every Day This Month

All Day
Kids, Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3), Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Families
Central Services
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Central Services
Room: Central Services Offsite/Outreach
Age Group: Kids, Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3), Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Families
Class & Event Types: Community Events, Reading Challenge, Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning, Evenings & Weekends, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

The St. Charles City-County Library provides Storybook Walks throughout St. Charles County to offer a unique approach to reading.
The Storybook Walks are open daily during park hours.

New stories are featured periodically so the fun continues year-round! To find park maps and more information about the Storybook Walk, check out the Library's Storybook Walk webpage.

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.

Book Discussion: "Broken Country" by Clare Leslie Hall

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

Beth and her gentle, kind husband Frank are happily married, but their relationship relies on the past staying buried.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Sponsored by Friends

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

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.

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.

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.

LEGO Builders Jr.

10:00am–10:45am
Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Corporate Parkway Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Corporate Parkway Branch
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning, Science & Technology
Registration Required

Listen to a story and build with the Library's LEGO and DUPLO bricks.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Fun for Ones

10:30am–11:00am
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 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.

Story Time

10:30am–11:00am
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

10:30am–11:00am
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.

Library to You Bookmobile Stop - Portage Des Sioux

3:30pm–6:00pm
Everyone
Library to You Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Library to You Bookmobile
Age Group: Everyone
Class & Event Types: Community Events, Books & More
Event Details:

Enjoy the library in your area. The Library to You Bookmobile will be stopping in Portage Des Sioux at 1825 Commonfield St., Portage Des Sioux MO 63373

Book Discussion: "Broken Country" by Clare Leslie Hall

5:00pm–5:45pm
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Library to You Bookmobile
Upcoming
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Library to You Bookmobile
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.

Beth and her gentle, kind husband Frank are happily married, but their relationship relies on the past staying buried.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Bookmobile Stops

Find a list of Library to You Bookmobile stops here.

Sponsored by Friends

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

Book Discussion: "James" by Percival Everett

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Kisker Road Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: America 250, 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.

When the enslaved Jim overhears that he is about to be sold to a man in New Orleans, separated from his wife and daughter forever, he decides to hide on nearby Jackson Island until he can formulate a plan.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Sponsored by Friends

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

Read to a Dog!

6:00pm–7:00pm
Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
McClay Branch
Upcoming
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: Special Events, Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning, Evenings & Weekends
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

This class is a partnership between the Library and our "Tale Waggers" group, Love on a Leash.  

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.

Teens Read: "The False Prince" by Jennifer A. Nielsen

6:30pm–7:30pm
Teens (Grades 7-12)
Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12)
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Clubs & Communities, Evenings & Weekends, Hobbies & Recreation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Pick up copies of this month's books at the Youth Services desk at the Middendorf-Kredell branch.

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.

Tiny Tots

9:30am–10:00am
Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: 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.

Registration Not Required

Registration is not required for this program.

Preschool Party: Earth Day

9:30am–10:45am
Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Deer Run Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Deer Run Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning, Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Fun exploration of topics that keep kids thinking and learning.

Come have fun exploring Earth Day with games and crafts. 

Recommended for children ages 3-6.  

 

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 Each Preschool Child

For registration, please register each child of preschool age attending.