Upcoming Events

Featured Events

Kids and parents sit on the floor listening to a presentation

Let's Get Loud in the Library with Babaloo

Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A at Kathryn Linnemann Branch

Class & Event Types:

Special Events, Reading Challenge, Evenings & Weekends, Games & Activities, Movies & Music

Age Group:

Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Families
Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Families
Class & Event Types: Special Events, Reading Challenge, Evenings & Weekends, Games & Activities, Movies & Music
Registration Required
Event Details:
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Star Party

Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Meeting Room A - BJC Progress West Room at Middendorf-Kredell Branch

Class & Event Types:

Community Events, Evenings & Weekends, Hobbies & Recreation, Science & Technology

Age Group:

Kids, Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Families, Everyone
Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Room: Meeting Room A - BJC Progress West Room
Age Group: Kids, Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Families, Everyone
Class & Event Types: Community Events, Evenings & Weekends, Hobbies & Recreation, Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bring the whole family and join the experts from the Astronomical Society of Eastern Missouri (ASEM) to be part of this telescope viewing session.

Movie popcorn and a clapperboard

A Brief History of Disney Animation

Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A&B at Kisker Road Branch

Class & Event Types:

Reading Challenge, Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture, Movies & Music, Virtual

Age Group:

Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults
Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults
Class & Event Types: Reading Challenge, Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture, Movies & Music, Virtual
Registration Required
Event Details:

From the Alice Comedies in the 1920s to today's CGI animation, Disney has always been at the forefront of animation innovations.

ARC Angels Foundation logo. AAF lettering with wings.

ARC Angels Foundation: High School and Middle School Mental Health Awareness and Suicide Prevention

Monday, August 4, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room at WingHaven® Branch

Class & Event Types:

Special Events, Evenings & Weekends, Health & Wellness, Homeschool, Self Improvement & Professional Development

Age Group:

Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12)
Library Branch: WingHaven® Branch
Room: Meeting Room
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 teach young people to become advocates not only for their own mental health, but also for the mental health of others.

Metro Theater Company logo

The Fundamentals of Acting and Creative Expression

Saturday, August 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room C at Middendorf-Kredell Branch

Class & Event Types:

Special Events, Reading Challenge, Evenings & Weekends, Games & Activities, Hobbies & Recreation, Self Improvement & Professional Development

Age Group:

Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8)
Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8)
Class & Event Types: Special Events, Reading Challenge, Evenings & Weekends, Games & Activities, Hobbies & Recreation, Self Improvement & Professional Development
Registration Required
Event Details:

Calling all theater kids and future Hollywood stars! Join the Metro Theater Company to learn about the art of acting through ensemble building activities.

Image of a book with a pale peach background, an ornately decorated short sword, and a crown with jewels and metal flames. The title of the book, Warrior Princess Assassin, is superimposed over the image.

Meet the Author: Brigid Kemmerer - WARRIOR PRINCESS ASSASSIN

Thursday, August 14, 2025 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:

Brigid Kemmerer will present her newest release, WARRIOR PRINCESS ASSASSIN. She will be in conversation with Amalie Howard, author of, THE STARLIGHT HEIR. 

THIS IS A TICKETED EVENT!

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St. Louis City: National Register of Historic Places

Thursday, August 14, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
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:

The National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) is the official list of the Nation's historic places worthy of preservation. The National Park Service maintains it. 

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Oasis "Aging in Place while Aging with Grace"

Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A - BJC Progress West Room at Middendorf-Kredell Branch

Class & Event Types:

Health & Wellness, Self Improvement & Professional Development

Age Group:

Adults, Ages 55+
Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Room: Meeting Room A - BJC Progress West Room
Age Group: Adults, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Health & Wellness, Self Improvement & Professional Development
Event Details:

To register, please call Oasis at 314-862-4859 ext 24, class #8551.

Aging in place is "the ability to live in one's own home and community safely, independently, and comfortably, regardless of age, income, or ability level

A bright purple background with the title, A Mid Summer Night's Dream, taking up almost the full page.

Shakespeare in the Park - A Midsummer Night's Dream

Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Outreach

Class & Event Types:

Seasonal, Special Events, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture

Age Group:

Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Families, Everyone
Library Branch: Outreach
Age Group: Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Families, Everyone
Class & Event Types: Seasonal, Special Events, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture
Registration Required
Event Details:

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Passport Fair

Saturday, August 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 3:00pm
Event Room L&M - BJC St. Peters Rooms at Spencer Road Branch

Class & Event Types:

Special Events

Age Group:

Adults, Families, Everyone
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Event Room L&M - BJC St. Peters Rooms
Age Group: Adults, Families, Everyone
Class & Event Types: Special Events
Registration Required
Event Details:

St. Charles City-County Library is offering a drop-in, first-come, first-served passport application fair. Upon arrival, you will be checked in and directed where to go to apply for passports for yourself or your whole family.

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Teen Leadership Committee

4:30pm–5:30pm
Teens (Grades 7-12)
McClay Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: McClay Branch
Room: Conference Room C
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12)
Class & Event Types: Clubs & Communities, Current Events & Trends, Games & Activities, Hobbies & Recreation, Homeschool, Self Improvement & Professional Development
Registration Required
Event Details:

Be a part of the decision making process at the Library. Help plan programs, give book recommendations, promote the library, and eat some snacks!

At this meeting, TLC will help run the Teen Pirate Party at McClay. TLC members are welcome to attend for the full Pirate Party event (4:30 to 6:30) or to stay only for the regular TLC meeting (4:30 to 5:30). 

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. 

Supplies

All supplies provided.  

Register Each Teen

Please register each teen who will be attending the program.

Tweens and Teens: Pirate Party

4:30pm–6:30pm
Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12)
McClay Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: McClay Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12)
Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Games & Activities, Movies & Music
Registration Required
Event Details:

Avast! Come join a swashbuckling adventure. During this daring quest we will illustrate and decorate our own pirate maps while watching Disney's Treasure Planet (rated PG, runtime 95 minutes).

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! 

Supplies

All supplies provided.  

Register Each Teen

Please register each teen who will be attending the program.

Discover the Past: "Beer, Germans, and Methodism"

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Spencer Road Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Event Room L - Siteman at BJC St. Peters Room
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture
Registration Required
Event Details:

Discover information on historical people, places, or things. 

When German immigrant Ludwig Jacoby rode his horse into St. Louis in 1841, he couldn’t have possibly known the chaos that would ensue.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Read to a Dog

7:00pm–8:00pm
Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Evenings & Weekends
Registration Required

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

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.

Tweens Read: "Song for a Whale" by Lynne Kelly

7:00pm–8:00pm
Kids, Tweens (Grades 4-8)
Spencer Road Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Kids, Tweens (Grades 4-8)
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Evenings & Weekends, Homeschool
Registration Required
Event Details:

"Tweens Read" is a book club just for Tweens (young teens and kids on the verge of their teen years)!

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Coffee and Conversation

9:00am–10:00am
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Augusta Branch
Library Branch: Augusta Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Clubs & Communities

Enjoy a cup of coffee, a sweet treat, and relaxing conversation.

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.

Diaper Distribution

9:00am–1:00pm
Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Spencer Road Branch
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Age Group: Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Event Details:

Spencer Road Branch is offering free emergency diaper distribution in the Commons at Spencer Road near the north entrance. 

Fun for Ones

9:30am–10:00am
Kids, Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
WingHaven® Branch
Library Branch: WingHaven® Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning

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

9:30am–10:00am
Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Cliff View Branch
Library Branch: Cliff View Branch
Room: Meeting Room
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.

Come join us for a new theme each 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.

Story Time

10:00am–10:30am
Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Kisker Road Branch
Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Kids, 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.

Story Time

10:00am–10:30am
Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Kids, 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.

Story Time

10:00am–10:30am
Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Spencer Road Branch
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Kids, 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.

Story Time

10:00am–10:45am
Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Room: Meeting 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.

Join us for stories, songs, and an activity. We have a new theme each week and 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: "The Frozen River" by Ariel Lawhon

10:00am–11:00am
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Deer Run Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Deer Run Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
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.

From the New York Times bestselling author of I Was Anastasia and Code Name Hélène comes a gripping historical mystery inspired by the life and diary of Martha Ballard, a renowned 18th-century midwife who investigates&nbsp

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Sponsored by Friends

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Chickenfoot Dominoes

10:00am–11:30am
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
McClay Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: McClay Branch
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we play a fun, simple, easy-to-learn version of dominoes called Chickenfoot!  Light refreshments will be provided but feel free to bring your own as well.

For Ages 18+.

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.  

Fun For Ones

10:30am–11:00am
Kids, Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
WingHaven® Branch
Library Branch: WingHaven® Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, 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.

Book Discussion: "A Woman of No Importance" by Sonia Purnell

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Boone's Trail Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Boone's Trail Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Books & More
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

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

The never-before-told story of one woman's heroism that changed the course of the Second World War.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Sponsored by Friends

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Five Crowns

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Kisker Road Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Five Crowns is a five-suited rummy-style card game. It is a quick favorite for avid and casual card players alike. The unique deck provides you with multiple options for arranging your cards into books and runs.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Canasta - Hand & Foot

1:00pm–3:30pm
Adults
Boone's Trail Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Boone's Trail Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Class & Event Types: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn to play Hand & Foot Canasta.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Library to You Bookmobile Stop - Lauderdale Realty - Defiance

1:30pm–3:00pm
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 Defiance at Lauderdale Realty, 1299 Highway DD, Defiance, MO 63341

Origami Apple Bookmark

1:30pm–5:15pm
Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Families
Library to You Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Library to You Bookmobile
Age Group: Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Families
Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Evenings & Weekends
Event Details:

Come to the Bookmobile and create an Origami Apple Bookmark to save your spot in your next book! 

Supplies will be provided at all Library to You Bookmobile stops 16-18, 20, 23-25, & 29.

Recommended for ages 5 and up.

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.

Registration Not Required

Registration is not required for this program.

Story Time

1:45pm–4:30pm
Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3), Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Library to You Bookmobile
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Library to You Bookmobile
Age Group: Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3), Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning, Evenings & Weekends
Event Details:

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.

Bookmobile Stops

Find a list of Library to You Bookmobile stops here.

Registration Not Required

Registration is not required for this program.

Outdoor Program and Event Weather Statement

This program will be held outside. If the temperature is above 90 degrees, below 40 degrees, or there is other inclement weather, the program will be cancelled. If this program included registration you will receive a cancellation email 60 minutes before the program is scheduled to begin.

Homeschool Explorers: Chemistry

2:00pm–3:00pm
Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8)
Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8)
Class & Event Types: Games & Activities, Homeschool
Event Details:

Join us to experiment with chemicals and learn about chemical reactions! Various foods will be used for the experiment, but will not be eaten.

Disclaimer(s)

Supplies

All supplies provided.  

Yarn Arts

2:00pm–4:00pm
Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Augusta Branch
Library Branch: Augusta Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies & Recreation

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

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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