Upcoming Events

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The Dark Side of the Ozarks: A True Crime Journey

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room A at Spencer Road Branch

Class & Event Types:

Current Events & Trends, Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Adults
Class & Event Types: Current Events & Trends, Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Tony Nguyen, executive producer for Crime Traveler and digital content creator for OzarksFirst.com, as he delves into some of the region’s most notorious cases.

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Craft & Culture: Kimono Origami Bookmark

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at WingHaven® Branch

Class & Event Types:

Arts & Crafts, Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture, Hobbies & Recreation

Age Group:

Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
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, Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture, Hobbies & Recreation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Craft & Culture: Learn how to make an origami kimono bookmark and learn all about traditional Japanese clothing called Kimono. Origami paper, a bookmark tassel and all other supplies will be provided.  Green Tea will be served.

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Spanish Time for Preschoolers

Thursday, January 8, 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.  

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Native Landscaping for Drought Tolerance

Thursday, January 8, 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:

Learn about the importance of planning now for future droughts. 

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Meet the Author: Jasmine Warga - THE LAST RESORT: THE CLAIMING

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Event Room L - Siteman at BJC St. Peters Room at Spencer Road Branch

Class & Event Types:

Author Events, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends

Age Group:

Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Families
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Event Room L - Siteman at BJC St. Peters Room
Age Group: Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Families
Class & Event Types: Author Events, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends
Registration Required
Event Details:

Jasmine Warga discusses her newest book, THE LAST RESORT: THE CLAIMING. 

About THE LAST RESORT: THE CLAIMING:

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Meet the Author: Jennifer Niven - MEET THE NEWMANS

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Event Room L - Siteman at BJC St. Peters Room 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 - Siteman at BJC St. Peters Room
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Author Events, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends
Event Details:

Jennifer Niven joins us to discuss her newest book, MEET THE NEWMANS. 

This is a ticketed event.

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Meet the Author: Caitlin Yager - SMALL TOWN MISSOURI

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Room A at Kathryn Linnemann Branch

Class & Event Types:

America 250, Author Events, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture

Age Group:

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

Mayberry. Stars Hollow. Hallmark movie towns. We’ve all seen these Hollywood depictions of idyllic—and, at times, quirky—small towns, and we’ve no doubt used them to describe many communities we encounter.

A red house on a blue background. The title, "No One Would Do What the Lamberts Have Done," is written above the house in yellow.

Meet the Author: Sophie Hannah - NO ONE WOULD DO WHAT THE LAMBERTS HAVE DONE

Sunday, January 18, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Event Room L - Siteman at BJC St. Peters Room 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 - Siteman at BJC St. Peters Room
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Author Events, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends
Event Details:

Sophie Hannah presents her newest book NO ONE WOULD DO WHAT THE LAMBERTS WOULD DO. 

Register for this event at The Novel Neighbor's website HERE.

About NO ON

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Holocaust Remembrance: "Operation Finale"

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 2:30pm - 5:00pm
Community Room A at Kathryn Linnemann Branch

Class & Event Types:

Reading Challenge, Books & More, History & Culture, Movies & Music

Age Group:

Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Reading Challenge, Books & More, History & Culture, Movies & Music
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us in commemorating International Holocaust Remembrance Day with a screening of the 2018 film Operation Finale, which details the efforts of Mossad Agent Peter Malkin to capture SS Officer Adolph Eichmann and bring him to justice.

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Meet the Author: Heather Kaufman - ON LIVING STONE: SALOME'S STORY (WOMEN OF THE WAY)

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Event Room M - BJC St. Peters Room at Spencer Road Branch

Class & Event Types:

Author Events, Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture

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: Author Events, Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture
Registration Required
Event Details:

Heather Kaufman presents her book ON LIVING STONE: SALOME'S STORY (WOMEN OF THE WAY).

About ON LIVING STONE: SALOME'S STORY (WOMEN OF THE WAY):

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English Paper Piecing

2:00pm–4:00pm
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: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies & Recreation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to do English Paper Piecing, a fun method of sewing fabric pieces together to make small projects, quilts, and decorative items.

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.

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 Artists

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: Arts & Crafts, Early Literacy & Learning

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.

Messy Crafts

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

Supplies

All supplies provided.  

Registration Not Required

Registration is not required for this program.

Oasis - "Osteoporosis Do's and Don'ts of Everyday Movement"

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults, Ages 55+
WingHaven® Branch
Library Branch: WingHaven® Branch
Room: Community 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 #6552.

For individuals experiencing osteoporosis or osteopenia, some basic movements can cause a fracture. Understand how osteoporosis fractures happen and

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Lunch @ the Library

12:00pm–1:00pm
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)
Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Kids, Toddlers (Ages 1-3), Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12)
Class & Event Types: Special Events, Health & Wellness

Free lunch served at the Library for all children ages 18 and under! Sponsored by Operation Food Search. 

Program runs each week Monday through Friday from June 5 through August 16. Lunches will be served and must be eaten in the library, and the child receiving the meal must be present. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Improvisation Playhouse: Scenes from Nothing

6:30pm–7:30pm
Teens (Grades 7-12), 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: Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Evenings & Weekends, Games & Activities, Hobbies & Recreation
Registration Required
Event Details:

This fast-paced workshop introduces participants to the fun and freedom of long-form improvisation!

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Nonfiction Book Discussion - "Passing Strange" by Martha A. Sandweiss

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch
Room: Conference Room D
Age Group: Adults
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.

Passing Strange: A Gilded Age Tale of Love and Deception Across the Color Line uncovers the extraordinary double life of Clarence King, a celebrated 19th-century geologist and writer who secretly lived for thirteen ye

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

Lunch @ the Library

12:00pm–1:00pm
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)
Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Room: Community Room A
Age Group: Kids, Toddlers (Ages 1-3), Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12)
Class & Event Types: Special Events, Health & Wellness

Free lunch served at the Library for all children ages 18 and under! Sponsored by Operation Food Search. 

Program runs each week Monday through Friday from June 5 through August 16. Lunches will be served and must be eaten in the library, and the child receiving the meal must be present. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

English Paper Piecing

2:00pm–4:00pm
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: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies & Recreation
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to do English Paper Piecing, a fun method of sewing fabric pieces together to make small projects, quilts, and decorative items.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Tech Time

4:30pm–5:30pm
Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
Class & Event Types: Clubs & Communities, Early Literacy & Learning, Games & Activities, Homeschool, Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Explore fundamental STEAM concepts through play with the library's various tech kits. Each month will be a different topic or kit.

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.

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.

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

6:00pm–9:00pm
Adults
Central Services
Library Branch: Central Services
Room: Central Services Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Class & Event Types: Library Board Meeting
Event Details:

THIS MEETING IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation or have questions about the physical access provided, please call (636) 441-2300 x1513 in advance of your participation or visit.

Time for Twos

9:30am–10:00am
Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Spencer Road Branch
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Class & Event Types: Early Literacy & Learning

Grow Your Reader with stories, songs, and activities for two-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.

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.

Art Start for Little Ones

10:00am–10:30am
Kids, Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Kisker Road Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
Room: Community Room A&B
Age Group: Kids, Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning
Registration Required

Create and explore art with us!

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 Child Individually

Please register each child who will be attending individually.

Time for Twos

10:00am–10:45am
Kids, Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Room: Community Room B
Age Group: Kids, Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Class & Event Types: Early Literacy & Learning

Grow Your Reader with stories, songs, and activities for two-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.

Baby Playdate

10:00am–11:00am
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, Games & Activities
Event Details:

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.

Registration Not Required

Registration is not required for this program.