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Book Discussion: "Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone" by Benjamin Stevenson

11:30am - 12:30pm
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Spencer Road Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Clubs & Communities
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 21
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.

"Everyone in my family has killed someone. Some of us, the high achievers, have killed more than once. I'm not trying to be dramatic, but it is the truth. Some of us are good, others are bad, and some just unfortunate. I'm Ernest Cunningham.

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

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Next Chapter Book Club

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Kisker Road Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Clubs & Communities
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Next Chapter Book Club is a community-based book club for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Participants (even those who cannot read) gather for one hour weekly to read aloud and discuss a book that is provided by the Library. Together, we will explore new worlds and meet interesting characters through fun and engaging stories, gaining real-world skills and making new friends along the way.

Registration is required for this program and space is limited. By registering for one session, you will automatically be registered for the entire series.

Together, we will read and discuss Eoin Colfer's novel Artemis Fowl.

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.  

Let's Read: "The Door in the Wall" by Marguerite de Angeli

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
Spencer Road Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Clubs & Communities, Evenings & Weekends, Hobbies & Recreation, Homeschool
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

"Let's Read" is a book club for kids! Please pick up a copy of the book at the hosting branch, read on your own, and then come into the library for a group discussion and fun activities about the book you read!

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Teens Read: Manga and Anime

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Teens (Grades 7-12)
Kisker Road Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12)
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Clubs & Communities, Evenings & Weekends, Homeschool
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Join us to discuss popular and underappreciated manga! We will explore Japanese culture together by exploring their food, fashion, lifestyle, anime, and more! 

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 Teen

Please register each teen who will be attending the program.

Sponsored by Friends

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Read to a Dog!

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
Corporate Parkway Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Corporate Parkway Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Evenings & Weekends
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

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

Meet the Author: Dave Walsh- "The Wonder and Complexity of the 1904 World's Fair"

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Author Events, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

The 1904 World’s Fair was a complex, fascinating event that continues to evoke a range of emotions. It was grand. It was shameful. It was full of fun and full of indignity. Now, 120 years after the Fair opened in St.

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
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.

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: Seasonal, 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: "Left to Tell" by Ilibagiza

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Boone's Trail Branch
Registration
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
Seats Remaining: 1
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.

Immaculee Ilibagiza grew up in a country she loved, surrounded by a family she cherished. But in 1994 her idyllic world was ripped apart as Rwanda descended into a bloody genocide.

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.

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

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.

Library to You Bookmobile Stop - Broemmelsiek Park

4:00pm - 5:30pm
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 Broemmelsiek Park, 1795 Highway DD, Defiance, MO 63341. Find us in the parking lot between Shelters #2 and 3, by the large playground.

Story Time at Wapelhorst Park

10:00am - 10:30am
Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Families
McClay Branch
Offsite Event
Library Branch: McClay Branch
Room: McClay Off Site/Outreach
Age Group: Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Families
Class & Event Types: Seasonal, Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning
Event Details:

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

Please join us for stories and songs at Wapelhorst Park, Shelter 2 (by the playground).

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.

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.

Story Time

10:00am - 10:45am
Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Corporate Parkway Branch
Library Branch: Corporate Parkway Branch
Room: Meeting 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.

Library to You Bookmobile Stop - Jaxson Estates

10:30am - 12:00pm
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 at Jaxson Estates at the corner of Touchdown and Gold Drive, Foristell, MO 63348

Story Time

10:45am - 11:00pm
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.

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.

Time for Twos

10:00am - 10:30am
Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Corporate Parkway Branch
Library Branch: Corporate Parkway Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Toddlers (Ages 1-3)
Class & Event Types: Books & More, 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.

Registration Not Required

Registration is not required for this program.

Growing Artists: Elmer Elephant Art

10:30am - 11:30am
Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Cliff View Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Cliff View Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

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

​Help us celebrate 36 years with Elmer the Patchwork Elephant!
We will read Elmer by David McKee and do fun patchwork elephant themed crafts.

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.

Book Discussion: "The Warm Hands of Ghosts" by Katherine Arden

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Augusta Branch
Registration
Library Branch: Augusta Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Books & More
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

January 1918. Laura Iven was a revered field nurse until she was wounded and discharged from the medical corps, leaving behind a brother still fighting in Flanders.

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.