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Spanish Time for Preschoolers

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room A&B at McClay Branch

Class & Event Types:

Special Events, Early Literacy & Learning, History & Culture, Homeschool

Age Group:

Kids, Toddlers (Ages 1-3), Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Families
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), Families
Class & Event Types: Special Events, Early Literacy & Learning, History & Culture, Homeschool
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to incorporate Spanish into your Preschooler's daily life even if you don't speak it!  This will be a pressure-free hour of activities, tools, and resources put on by a certified AP Spanish teacher.  

Adult and child looking through binoculars in a forest

Let's Explore: Weather Basics Presented by the National Weather Service

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Community Room at WingHaven® Branch

Class & Event Types:

Seasonal, Special Events, Evenings & Weekends, Health & Wellness, Homeschool

Age Group:

Kids, Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Families
Library Branch: WingHaven® Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Kids, Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Families
Class & Event Types: Seasonal, Special Events, Evenings & Weekends, Health & Wellness, Homeschool
Registration Required
Event Details:

Midwest weather keeps us on our toes! Come and learn the basics of how weather forms with the National Weather Service. Bring your weather-related questions and get answers from a real meteorologist. 

 

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Native Plants: Ephemerals - Late Winter and Early Spring in the Garden

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Event Room M - BJC St. Peters Room at Spencer Road Branch

Class & Event Types:

Clubs & Communities, Current Events & Trends, Evenings & Weekends, Hobbies & Recreation

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: Clubs & Communities, Current Events & Trends, Evenings & Weekends, Hobbies & Recreation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Are you looking to add more wildlife and seasonal interest to your garden? Interested in feeding early emerging pollinators? Craving color in the dead of late winter? Join us for an evening celebrating the ephemeral.

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Local Author Showcase

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Event Room L&M - BJC St. Peters Rooms at Spencer Road Branch

Class & Event Types:

Author Events, Special Events, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends

Age Group:

Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Families, Everyone
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Event Room L&M - BJC St. Peters Rooms
Age Group: Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Families, Everyone
Class & Event Types: Author Events, Special Events, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends
Registration Required
Event Details:

The St. Charles City-County Library has partnered with local authors to showcase their works to the public!

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Story Time with Lindenwood University

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Community Room B at Kathryn Linnemann Branch

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), Families
Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Kids, Toddlers (Ages 1-3), Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Families
Class & Event Types: Special Events, Arts & Crafts, Early Literacy & Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

The cover for "Go Gentle," by Maria Semple has a bright pink border with the image of a Grecian marble statue within it. Only the legs, skirt, and one hand of the statue is shown.

Meet the Author: Maria Semple - GO GENTLE

Wednesday, April 15, 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:

Maria Semple presents her newest novel, GO GENTLE. 

This is a ticketed event. Click HERE to register. 

About GO GENTLE:

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St. Louis in the American Revolution

Thursday, April 16, 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:

The United States now goes “From Sea to Shining Sea” because of what happened in St. Louis on a May afternoon in 1780.

"The Thorn Queen," by Sasha Peyton Smith has a purple cover with a gold ring that is surrounded by thorns.

Meet the Author: Sasha Peyton Smith - THE THORN QUEEN

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Event Room L&M - BJC St. Peters Rooms at Spencer Road Branch

Class & Event Types:

Author Events, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends

Age Group:

Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
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+
Class & Event Types: Author Events, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends
Event Details:

Sasha Peyton Smith presents the second book in The Rose Bargain series, THE THORN QUEEN

This is a ticketed event.

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Dislocated Worker and Adult Services WIOA Session

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room N at Spencer Road Branch

Class & Event Types:

Business & Finance, Self Improvement & Professional Development

Age Group:

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

Join us for a 1-hour information session to learn how the St. Charles County Job Center can support you with employment, training, and paid work opportunities. 

What you'll learn:

Logo. A group of wolves walking through the forest with the words "Endangered Wolf Center" under them.

Animals of the Endangered Wolf Center

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room A at Kathryn Linnemann Branch

Class & Event Types:

Special Events, Hobbies & Recreation, Science & Technology

Age Group:

Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12)
Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12)
Class & Event Types: Special Events, Hobbies & Recreation, Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Wolves, foxes, African painted dogs, and maned wolves, oh my! Learn all about the history, captivating stories, and important role these animals play in a healthy ecosystem.

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ARC Angels Foundation: Breaking the Stigma

6:30pm–7:30pm
Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12)
Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12)
Class & Event Types: Special Events, Evenings & Weekends, Health & Wellness, Homeschool, Self Improvement & Professional Development
Registration Required
Event Details:

We all have mental health and anyone at any time can be affected by mental health illness. Our goal in our live learning experience is to end the stigma surrounding mental health.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Register Each Teen

Please register each teen who will be attending the program.

Growing Artists: May Flowers

10:00am–10:30am
Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Spencer Road Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Open-ended and explorative preschool art session focused on the process of making art. 
Dress to be messy. 

Join us for fabulous flower projects that you can keep or share with someone you love!

This program will also be offered on Friday, May 1 at 11:00 am and Tuesday, May 5 at 6:30 pm.

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 Each Preschool Child

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

Growing Minds: Wild Weather

10:00am–10:45am
Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Early Literacy & Learning, Science & Technology
Registration Required

Fun exploration of topics that keep kids thinking and learning.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Messy Crafts

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

Register Each Preschool Child

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

Story Time

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

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

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Registration Not Required

Registration is not required for this program.

Diamond Painting: Greeting Cards

10:00am–11:00am
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Relax and unwind with Diamond Painting.

Craft a beautiful gift or memento Greeting Card.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Supplies

All supplies provided.  

Family Fun: Art Buffet

10:00am–11:00am
Kids, Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3), Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Families
Deer Run Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Deer Run Branch
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Kids, Babies (Ages 0-1), 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: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for free-form crafts that the whole family can create! An array of art supplies will be provided.

This program is recommended for ages 3-10. 

 

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.  

Growing Artists: Picture Book Art

10:00am–11:00am
Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

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.

Register Each Preschool Child

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

Board Games, Coffee, & Donuts

10:00am–1:00pm
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: Games & Activities, Hobbies & Recreation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Socialize with friends at the McClay Branch every first Friday of the month over board games, coffee, and donuts!  

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.  

Supplies

All supplies provided.  

Register Everyone

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

Growing Artists: May Flowers

11:00am–11:30am
Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Spencer Road Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Open-ended and explorative preschool art session focused on the process of making art. 
Dress to be messy. 

Join us for fabulous flower projects that you can keep or share with someone you love!

This program will also be offered on Friday, May 1 at 10:00 am and Tuesday, May 5 at 6:30 pm.

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 Each Preschool Child

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

Homeschool Explorers: Seashell Formations

1:00pm–2:00pm
Kids, Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Kids, Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Clubs & Communities, Homeschool, Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Explore new subjects through presentations, demonstrations, resources, and activities.

Join us to explore the fascinating process of seashell formation and their important role in marine ecosystems.

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.  

May Day Celebration

2:00pm–3:30pm
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Room: Community Room C
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Seasonal, Arts & Crafts, Hobbies & Recreation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn more about this fun tradition. Craft to follow.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Supplies

All supplies provided.  

National Space Day Documentary: "Apollo 11"

2:00pm–4:00pm
Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Families
Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Families
Class & Event Types: America 250, History & Culture, Homeschool, Movies & Music, Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

National Space Day dedicates the first Friday in May to the extraordinary achievements, benefits, and opportunities in the exploration and use of space.

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.  

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. 

Seeds to Serenity: Bonsai Tree Planting

3:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Spencer Road Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Adults
Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, History & Culture, Hobbies & Recreation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Slow down and reconnect with nature. In many Asian cultures, bonsai symbolizes harmony, patience, balance, and the beauty of long-term growth.

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.  

Messy Crafts

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

Let's Read: "The Westing Game" by Ellen Raskin

4:00pm–4:45pm
Kids, Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8)
Corporate Parkway Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Corporate Parkway Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Kids, Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8)
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Clubs & Communities, Games & Activities, Homeschool
Registration Required
Event Details:

A supersharp mystery, more a puzzle than a novel, but endowed with a vivid and extensive cast.

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.

Free Comic Book Day

All Day
Augusta Branch
Library Branch: Augusta Branch
Class & Event Types: Special Events
Event Details:

It's Free Comic Book Day at the Library!

Free Comic Book Day

All Day
Boone's Trail Branch
Library Branch: Boone's Trail Branch
Class & Event Types: Special Events
Event Details:

It's Free Comic Book Day at the Library!

Free Comic Book Day

All Day
Cliff View Branch
Library Branch: Cliff View Branch
Class & Event Types: Special Events
Event Details:

It's Free Comic Book Day at the Library!

Free Comic Book Day

All Day
Corporate Parkway Branch
Library Branch: Corporate Parkway Branch
Class & Event Types: Special Events
Event Details:

It's Free Comic Book Day at the Library!

Free Comic Book Day

All Day
Deer Run Branch
Library Branch: Deer Run Branch
Class & Event Types: Special Events
Event Details:

It's Free Comic Book Day at the Library!

Free Comic Book Day

All Day
Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Class & Event Types: Special Events
Event Details:

It's Free Comic Book Day at the Library!

Free Comic Book Day

All Day
Kisker Road Branch
Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
Class & Event Types: Special Events
Event Details:

It's Free Comic Book Day at the Library!

Free Comic Book Day

All Day
Library to You Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Library to You Bookmobile
Class & Event Types: Special Events
Event Details:

It's Free Comic Book Day at the Library!

Free Comic Book Day

All Day
McClay Branch
Library Branch: McClay Branch
Class & Event Types: Special Events
Event Details:

It's Free Comic Book Day at the Library!

Free Comic Book Day

All Day
Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Class & Event Types: Special Events
Event Details:

It's Free Comic Book Day at the Library!