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Colorful Cork Coasters

3:30pm - 5:15pm
Pre-K (Ages 3-5), 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: Pre-K (Ages 3-5), 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:

Decorate a cork coaster with acrylic paint markers for you or a friend!

Supplies will be provided at the West Alton Library to You Bookmobile stop March 31.

Recommended for ages 3 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.

Meet the author: Margaret Owen - HOLY TERRORS

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Teens (Grades 7-12), 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: Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Author Events, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends
Event Details:

Margaret Owen joins us to discuss her newest book, HOLY TERRORS! 

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.

Crawling Caterpillars

12:45pm - 5:45pm
Pre-K (Ages 3-5), 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: Pre-K (Ages 3-5), 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, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends
Event Details:

Make your own Crawling Caterpillar and watch your pipe cleaner creation come alive!  

Supplies will be provided at all Library to You Bookmobile stops April 1, 3, 5, 8, 9, 10, and 14.

Recommended for ages 3 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.

Meet the Author: Julia Bartz - THE LAST SESSION

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, Special Events, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends
Event Details:

Join us for an evening with New York Times bestselling author Julia Bartz to celebrate her newest book, The Last Session !

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Library Closed

9:00am - 1:00pm
McClay Branch
Closing
Branches:
McClay Branch

Crawling Caterpillars

1:30pm - 5:15pm
Pre-K (Ages 3-5), 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: Pre-K (Ages 3-5), 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, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends
Event Details:

Make your own Crawling Caterpillar and watch your pipe cleaner creation come alive!  

Supplies will be provided at all Library to You Bookmobile stops April 1, 3, 5, 8, 9, 10, and 14.

Recommended for ages 3 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.

Family Book Club: "Number the Stars" & "Diana's White House Garden"

6:00pm - 6:45pm
Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Families
Deer Run Branch
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Deer Run Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Families
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Clubs & Communities, Evenings & Weekends
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Pick up copies of this month's books at the Deer Run Branch and read either or both books prior to the meeting.

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.  

Sponsored by Friends

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Board Game Night

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Kids, 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
Spencer Road Branch
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Spencer Road First Floor Vending Area
Age Group: Kids, 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: Evenings & Weekends, Games & Activities
Event Details:

Play board games from our game library! Feel free to drop in anytime during the open play. We will be playing board games in the vending area on the first floor behind the information desk when you walk in. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Growing Artist: Butterfly Dot Art

10:30am - 11:30am
Toddlers (Ages 1-3), Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Cliff View Branch
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Cliff View Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Toddlers (Ages 1-3), Pre-K (Ages 3-5)
Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Evenings & Weekends
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

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

​Join us at the library and we will create art using dot markers. You make the shape using the negative space.

First Impact - Teen Drivers and the Graduated Driver License Law

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Teens (Grades 7-12), Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Deer Run Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Deer Run Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12), Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Community Events, Current Events & Trends, Evenings & Weekends, Self Improvement & Professional Development
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

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

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Get in Touch with a Dinosaur: Dinosaur Fossils

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Families
Corporate Parkway Branch
Cancelled
Library Branch: Corporate Parkway Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
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: Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture, Hobbies & Recreation, Science & Technology
Event Details:

Come with us to the Land Before Time when dinosaurs ruled the earth. Listen to Adventure 360 Paleo X staff share their experiences prospecting for dinosaur fossils in Northeastern Montana.

Touch and hold real dinosaur fossils.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Family Fun: Poetry Slam!

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Families, Everyone
Spencer Road Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Families, Everyone
Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Evenings & Weekends, Games & Activities, Hobbies & Recreation
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Have a spoken word, poem, or special ability you would like to showcase? Join us on April 5th as we host a non-competitive poetry slam in Room B. All ages are welcomed to register! 

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Supplies

All supplies provided.  

Teen Fandom: The Hunger Games

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Teens (Grades 7-12)
Kisker Road Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
Room: Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12)
Class & Event Types: Evenings & Weekends, Movies & Music
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Celebrate the release of Sunrise on the Reaping, with a Hunger Games party! Dress in your Capitol finest or as your favorite character. There will be games, crafts, and snacks.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Event Photography

Please note that the Library's marketing team will be at this program to take photographs. These photographs may be shared on our website and social media. If you or your children are not comfortable with photographs, please inform staff at the program. 

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.  

Crawling Caterpillars

10:30pm - 11:45pm
Pre-K (Ages 3-5), 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: Pre-K (Ages 3-5), 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, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends
Event Details:

Make your own Crawling Caterpillar and watch your pipe cleaner creation come alive!  

Supplies will be provided at all Library to You Bookmobile stops April 1, 3, 5, 8, 9, 10, and 14.

Recommended for ages 3 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.

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.

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

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
McClay Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: McClay Branch
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Evenings & Weekends
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
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. In 1942, the Gestapo sent out an urgent transmission: "She is the most dangerous of all Allied spies.

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.  

Sponsored by Friends

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Live @ the Library: "Music, Movies, and Merriment with paulO'Duo"

7:00pm - 8:00pm
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
Spencer Road Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Event Room L&M - BJC St. Peters Rooms
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: Evenings & Weekends, Movies & Music
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 89
Event Details:

Music, Movies, and Merriment is a live two-man show featuring the artistic duo, paulO'Duo. They will perform theme songs from movies and television series and the occasional advertising jingle.

Disclaimer(s)

Accommodations

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

Crawling Caterpillars

1:30pm - 5:45pm
Pre-K (Ages 3-5), 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: Pre-K (Ages 3-5), 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, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends
Event Details:

Make your own Crawling Caterpillar and watch your pipe cleaner creation come alive!  

Supplies will be provided at all Library to You Bookmobile stops April 1, 3, 5, 8, 9, 10, and 14.

Recommended for ages 3 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.

Tweens and Teens Create: Writing Club

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Kids, Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12)
Spencer Road Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Kids, Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12)
Class & Event Types: Clubs & Communities, Evenings & Weekends, Hobbies & Recreation
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Welcome to the library's own writing nook! Drop in and join other tweens and teens as you work on your personal writing. Feel free to share inspiration, feedback, and support.

Disclaimer(s)

Register Everyone

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

Crawling Caterpillars

1:00pm - 4:15pm
Pre-K (Ages 3-5), 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: Pre-K (Ages 3-5), 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, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends
Event Details:

Make your own Crawling Caterpillar and watch your pipe cleaner creation come alive!  

Supplies will be provided at all Library to You Bookmobile stops April 1, 3, 5, 8, 9, 10, and 14.

Recommended for ages 3 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.

Let's Read: "Dorko the Magnificent" by Andrea Beaty

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
Spencer Road Branch
Open
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: 8
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.

Read to a Dog - Love on a Leash

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
WingHaven® Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: WingHaven® Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)
Class & Event Types: Community Events, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14

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.

Teens Read: Manga and Anime

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Teens (Grades 7-12)
Kisker Road Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch
Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12)
Class & Event Types: Books & More, Clubs & Communities, Evenings & Weekends, Homeschool
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
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.

Genreflection Challenge 2025

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Spencer Road Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch
Room: Conference Room F - Houck Professional Room
Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+
Class & Event Types: Evenings & Weekends
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Ready to branch out of your reading comfort zone?  Stuck in a reading rut?  Join the 2025 Genreflection Book Challenge.