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SAT/ACT: Understanding and Preparing for College Entrance Standardized Tests

Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Meeting Room A&B at McClay Branch

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

Age Group:

Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults

Open

Library Branch: McClay Branch

Room: Meeting Room A&B

Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults

Class & Event Types: Special Events, Evenings & Weekends, Homeschool, Self Improvement & Professional Development

Registration Required

Event Details:

This program will cover the common standardized tests used by US universities for college admittance. We'll go over the SAT and ACT, how they differ, and how students can prepare for them.

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Meet the Author: Joan Fernandez - SAVING VINCENT, A NOVEL OF JO VAN GOGH

Wednesday, September 3, 2025 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, Friends & Foundation, History & Culture

Age Group:

Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+

Open

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, Friends & Foundation, History & Culture

Registration Required

Event Details:

Joan Fernandez presents her book, SAVING VINCENT, A NOVEL OF JO VAN GOGH.

About SAVING VINCENT, A NOVEL OF JO VAN GOGH

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Star Party

Thursday, September 4, 2025 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Meeting Room at WingHaven® Branch

Class & Event Types:

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

Age Group:

Kids, Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Families, Everyone

Open

Library Branch: WingHaven® Branch

Room: Meeting Room

Age Group: Kids, Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Families, Everyone

Class & Event Types: Community Events, Evenings & Weekends, Hobbies & Recreation, Science & Technology

Registration Required

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

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One Read Launch Party

Saturday, September 6, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Spencer Road Branch

Class & Event Types:

Community Events, Special Events, Reading Challenge, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends, Games & Activities, History & Culture, Hobbies & Recreation, Movies & Music

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

Open

Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch

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: Community Events, Special Events, Reading Challenge, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends, Games & Activities, History & Culture, Hobbies & Recreation, Movies & Music

Registration Required

Event Details:

Celebrate the start of the 2025 One Read program with us! This year's featured book is Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury. We will have fun for all ages with:

Kids and parents sit on the floor listening to a presentation

Paint the Sky with Juggling!

Friday, September 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Event Room L - Siteman at BJC St. Peters Room at Spencer Road Branch

Class & Event Types:

Special Events, Games & Activities

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

Open

Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch

Room: Event Room L - Siteman at BJC St. Peters Room

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: Special Events, Games & Activities

Registration Required

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Award-winning juggler Brian Wendling paints the library atmosphere with the colors of his tossing, turning, spinning, bounding, twirling, balancing, and dizzying array of skills.

First Impact - Teen Drivers and the Graduated Driver License Law

Saturday, September 13, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Meeting Room A&B at Middendorf-Kredell Branch

Class & Event Types:

Community Events, Reading Challenge, Current Events & Trends, Evenings & Weekends, Self Improvement & Professional Development

Age Group:

Teens (Grades 7-12), Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+

Open

Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch

Room: Meeting Room A&B

Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12), Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+

Class & Event Types: Community Events, Reading Challenge, Current Events & Trends, Evenings & Weekends, Self Improvement & Professional Development

Registration Required

Event Details:

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

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Mammogram Van

Monday, September 15, 2025 at 9:00am - 12:30pm

Kisker Road Branch

Class & Event Types:

Community Events, Health & Wellness

Age Group:

Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+

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Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch

Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+

Class & Event Types: Community Events, Health & Wellness

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Don't wait, schedule your mammogram appointment today!!

Oasis "Battling Fatigue"

Monday, September 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm

Meeting Room at WingHaven® Branch

Class & Event Types:

Health & Wellness, Self Improvement & Professional Development

Age Group:

Adults, Ages 55+

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Library Branch: WingHaven® Branch

Room: Meeting 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 #9552.

Low energy can greatly impact lives physically, emotionally, and socially.

Live @ the Library: After Hours Jazz Ensemble

Monday, September 15, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Event Room L&M - BJC St. Peters Rooms at Spencer Road Branch

Class & Event Types:

Evenings & Weekends, Movies & Music

Age Group:

Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Families, Everyone

Open

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: Evenings & Weekends, Movies & Music

Registration Required

Event Details:

Enjoy an evening with the After Hours Jazz Ensemble!

College Admissions Essay: It's Not Another English Assignment

Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Meeting Room A&B at Corporate Parkway Branch

Class & Event Types:

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

Age Group:

Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults

Open

Library Branch: Corporate Parkway Branch

Room: Meeting Room A&B

Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults

Class & Event Types: Special Events, Evenings & Weekends, Homeschool, Self Improvement & Professional Development

Registration Required

Event Details:

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9 am	This event is in the "Babies (Ages 0-1)" group This event is in the "Toddlers (Ages 1-3)" group Sensory Play Time 9:30am–10:15am Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3) Deer Run Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Babies (Ages 0-1)" group This event is in the "Toddlers (Ages 1-3)" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Deer Run Branch Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3) Class & Event Types: Early Literacy & Learning Registration Required Event Details: Children can explore their senses through 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. Register Each Child Individually Please register each child who will be attending individually.	This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Pre-K (Ages 3-5)" group Story Time 9:30am–10:15am Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5) Deer Run Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Pre-K (Ages 3-5)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Deer Run Branch Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5) Class & Event Types: Early Literacy & Learning Grow Your Reader with stories, songs, and activities that enhance early literacy skills.	This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Pre-K (Ages 3-5)" group This event is in the "Families" group Family STEM: Construction 9:30am–10:15am Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Families Deer Run Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Pre-K (Ages 3-5)" group This event is in the "Families" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Deer Run Branch Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Families Class & Event Types: Early Literacy & Learning, Science & Technology Registration Required Event Details: Fun exploration of topics that keep kids thinking and learning. Let's have fun learning about construction! This class is limited to 20 registrants, please register each child attending. Parents do not need to register. This class is geared toward children ages 3-6. Disclaimer(s) Accommodations If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able. Register Each Preschool Child For registration, please register each child of preschool age attending.
10 am				This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Ages 18+" group This event is in the "Ages 21+" group This event is in the "Ages 55+" group Book Discussion: Daisy Jones and the Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid 10:00am–11:00am Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Deer Run Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Ages 18+" group This event is in the "Ages 21+" group This event is in the "Ages 55+" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Deer Run 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. "Daisy is a girl coming of age in L.A. 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.	This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Toddlers (Ages 1-3)" group This event is in the "Pre-K (Ages 3-5)" group Growing Artists: Summertime 10:00am–10:45am Kids, Toddlers (Ages 1-3), Pre-K (Ages 3-5) Deer Run Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Toddlers (Ages 1-3)" group This event is in the "Pre-K (Ages 3-5)" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Deer Run Branch Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Kids, Toddlers (Ages 1-3), Pre-K (Ages 3-5) Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Early Literacy & Learning Registration Required Event Details: Open-ended and explorative preschool art session focused on the process of making art. Dress to be messy. This class is geared towards preschoolers, ages 3-6. Disclaimer(s) Accommodations If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able. Register Each Preschool Child For registration, please register each child of preschool age attending.
11 am	This event is in the "Babies (Ages 0-1)" group This event is in the "Toddlers (Ages 1-3)" group Sensory Play Time 11:00am–11:45am Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3) Deer Run Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Babies (Ages 0-1)" group This event is in the "Toddlers (Ages 1-3)" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Deer Run Branch Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3) Class & Event Types: Early Literacy & Learning Registration Required Event Details: Children can explore their senses through 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. Register Each Child Individually Please register each child who will be attending individually.		This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Pre-K (Ages 3-5)" group This event is in the "Families" group Family STEM: Construction 11:00am–11:45am Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Families Deer Run Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Pre-K (Ages 3-5)" group This event is in the "Families" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Deer Run Branch Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Families Class & Event Types: Early Literacy & Learning, Science & Technology Registration Required Event Details: Let's have fun learning about construction! This class is limited to 20 registrants, please register each child attending. Parents do not need to register. This class is geared toward children ages 3-6. Disclaimer(s) Accommodations If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able. Register Each Preschool Child For registration, please register each child of preschool age attending.
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1 pm					This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Babies (Ages 0-1)" group This event is in the "Toddlers (Ages 1-3)" group This event is in the "Pre-K (Ages 3-5)" group This event is in the "Early Elementary (Grades K-2)" group This event is in the "Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)" group This event is in the "Tweens (Grades 4-8)" group This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group Free KidSight Vision Screenings 1:00pm–3:00pm 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), Teens (Grades 7-12) Deer Run Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Babies (Ages 0-1)" group This event is in the "Toddlers (Ages 1-3)" group This event is in the "Pre-K (Ages 3-5)" group This event is in the "Early Elementary (Grades K-2)" group This event is in the "Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)" group This event is in the "Tweens (Grades 4-8)" group This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Deer Run Branch Room: Meeting 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), Teens (Grades 7-12) Class & Event Types: Special Events, Health & Wellness Event Details: KidSight offers quick, noninvasive vision screenings for children ages 6 months to 16 years old. 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.
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3 pm		This event is in the "Early Elementary (Grades K-2)" group This event is in the "Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)" group Adventures with 4-H - Foods 3:30pm–4:15pm Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5) Deer Run Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Early Elementary (Grades K-2)" group This event is in the "Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Deer Run Branch Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5) Class & Event Types: Reading Challenge, Books & More, Clubs & Communities, Health & Wellness, Hobbies & Recreation, Science & Technology, Self Improvement & Professional Development Registration Required Event Details: When going on an adventure it's always important to bring snacks! Join 4-H to learn how to make a trail mix that will be delicious and satisfying! 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 Child Individually Please register each child who will be attending individually.				This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Ages 18+" group This event is in the "Ages 21+" group This event is in the "Ages 55+" group Quilling Art: Frames 3:00pm–4:00pm Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Deer Run Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Ages 18+" group This event is in the "Ages 21+" group This event is in the "Ages 55+" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Deer Run Branch Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Evenings & Weekends Registration Required Event Details: Learn to quill by creating a frame for a small mirror. *This is the same event as Quilling Art: Frames at Middendorf-Kredell on May 22, 2024. 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.
4 pm		This event is in the "Early Elementary (Grades K-2)" group This event is in the "Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)" group Adventures with 4-H - Poultry 4:30pm–5:15pm Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5) Deer Run Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Early Elementary (Grades K-2)" group This event is in the "Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Deer Run Branch Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5) Class & Event Types: Reading Challenge, Books & More, Clubs & Communities, Hobbies & Recreation, Science & Technology, Self Improvement & Professional Development Registration Required Event Details: Getting a new pet is always an adventure! Learn about raising backyard chickens with 4-H! 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.
5 pm		This event is in the "Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)" group This event is in the "Tweens (Grades 4-8)" group Adventures with 4-H - Pets 5:30pm–6:15pm Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8) Deer Run Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)" group This event is in the "Tweens (Grades 4-8)" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Deer Run Branch Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8) Class & Event Types: Reading Challenge, Books & More, Clubs & Communities, Hobbies & Recreation, Self Improvement & Professional Development Registration Required Event Details: Pets are always an adventure! Come with 4-H to learn how to make a recycled dog toy and care for your furry friends! 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.	This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Early Elementary (Grades K-2)" group This event is in the "Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)" group Let's Create: Piet Mondrian Art 5:00pm–5:45pm Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5) Deer Run Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Early Elementary (Grades K-2)" group This event is in the "Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Deer Run Branch Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5) Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Evenings & Weekends Registration Required Event Details: Art Exploration! Come learn about famous artist Piet Mondrian who is considered a leader in creating the art style we know as abstract art. 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.

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