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Oasis "Better Choices Better Health® - Diabetes"

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm

Event Room N at Spencer Road Branch

Class & Event Types:

Health & Wellness, Self Improvement & Professional Development

Age Group:

Adults, Ages 55+

Open

Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch

Room: Event Room N

Age Group: Adults, Ages 55+

Class & Event Types: Health & Wellness, Self Improvement & Professional Development

Registration Required

Event Details:

To register please call Oasis at 314-862-4859 ext 24, class #4600.

Living with diabetes can present many challenges, such as knowing how and when to eat, living your life so you can avoid complications, and getting th

The bottom of the cover has the city skyline of Rome. Above it a large flock of birds gather to create the image of two people embracing. The title, Run Away With Me, is spread out around this image.

Meet the Author: Brian Selznick - RUN AWAY WITH ME

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

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

Class & Event Types:

Author Events, Special Events, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends

Age Group:

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

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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, Special Events, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends

Event Details:

Join us for an evening with #1 New York Times bestselling author, Brian Selznick, to celebrate his newest young adult book, Run Away With Me!

Adulting 101: Getting a Job

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Event Room N at Spencer Road Branch

Class & Event Types:

Business & Finance, Evenings & Weekends, Self Improvement & Professional Development

Age Group:

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

Open

Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch

Room: Event Room N

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

Class & Event Types: Business & Finance, Evenings & Weekends, Self Improvement & Professional Development

Registration Required

Event Details:

Knowing where to start when applying for jobs is hard. During this program, we will have a guest speaker discussing the ins-and-outs of writing a resume, planning for interviews, what to know while interviewing, and other relevant topics.

Advancing the Science: The Latest in Alzheimer's and Dementia Research

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am

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

Class & Event Types:

Community Events, Special Events, Health & Wellness, Science & Technology

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: Community Events, Special Events, Health & Wellness, Science & Technology

Registration Required

Event Details:

"Advancing the Science at any Given Moment: The Latest in Alzheimer's and Dementia Research"

Discover the Past: Archer Alexander and the Underground Railroad

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Meeting Room A at Kathryn Linnemann Branch

Class & Event Types:

Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture

Age Group:

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

Open

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: Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture

Registration Required

Event Details:

Image of a dark blue book with a small girl wearing pajamas and bunny rabbit slippers next to a man in plaid pajamas who is playing a guitar. Behind them is a lit up sign that says "Daddy: Live in Concert."

Meet the Author: Tyler Hilton - DADDY: LIVE IN CONCERT

Friday, May 2, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm

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

Class & Event Types:

Author Events, Special Events, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends

Age Group:

Kids, Toddlers (Ages 1-3), Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Families, Everyone

Open

Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch

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

Age Group: Kids, Toddlers (Ages 1-3), Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Families, Everyone

Class & Event Types: Author Events, Special Events, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends

Registration Required

Event Details:

Join Tyler Hilton at the library for a story time, a short acoustic set, and then a book signing line as he introduces his new picture book DADDY: LIVE IN CONCERT!

About DADDY: LIVE IN CONCERT

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The Importance of Nurturing Touch Workshop

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Event Room N at Spencer Road Branch

Class & Event Types:

Current Events & Trends, Evenings & Weekends, Health & Wellness, Science & Technology

Age Group:

Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+

Open

Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch

Room: Event Room N

Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+

Class & Event Types: Current Events & Trends, Evenings & Weekends, Health & Wellness, Science & Technology

Registration Required

Event Details:

You don’t have to be a Licensed Massage Therapist to massage your baby!!

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

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm

Meeting Room A&B at Kisker Road Branch

Class & Event Types:

Health & Wellness, Self Improvement & Professional Development

Age Group:

Adults, Ages 55+

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Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch

Room: Meeting Room A&B

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 #5551.

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

Everyday Mindfulness

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Meeting Room A&B at McClay Branch

Class & Event Types:

Community Events, Health & Wellness

Age Group:

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

Open

Library Branch: McClay Branch

Room: Meeting Room A&B

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

Class & Event Types: Community Events, Health & Wellness

Registration Required

Event Details:

Learn simple ways to incorporate mindfulness into daily life.

Part of the BJC Community Wellness Hub series.

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Star Party

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Meeting Room A at Kathryn Linnemann 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

Open

Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch

Room: Meeting Room A

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.

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9 am				This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Ages 21+" group. This event is in the "Ages 55+" group. Mammogram Van 9:00am - 2:00pm Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Kisker Road Branch This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Ages 21+" group. This event is in the "Ages 55+" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Class & Event Types: Community Events, Health & Wellness Event Details: Don't wait, schedule your mammogram appointment today!!
10 am	This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Toddlers (Ages 1-3)" group. Time for Twos 10:00am - 10:30am Kids, Toddlers (Ages 1-3) Kisker Road Branch This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Toddlers (Ages 1-3)" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch Room: Meeting Room A&B Age Group: Kids, 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.		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. Fun For Ones 10:00am - 10:30am Kids, Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3) Kisker Road 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. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch Room: Meeting Room A&B Age Group: Kids, Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3) Class & Event Types: 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.	This event is in the "Ages 55+" group. Senior Social Hour 10:00am - 11:00am Ages 55+ Kisker Road Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Ages 55+" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch Room: Meeting Room A&B Age Group: Ages 55+ Class & Event Types: Current Events & Trends Registration Required Event Details: Join us for casual conversation about topics of interest and connect with fellow seniors from the community. Light refreshments provided. 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.	This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Ages 21+" group. This event is in the "Ages 55+" group. Navigating the Next Chapter: A Guide to Transitioning to Senior Living 10:00am - 11:30am Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Kisker Road Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" 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: Kisker Road Branch Room: Meeting Room A&B Age Group: Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Class & Event Types: Business & Finance, Current Events & Trends, Health & Wellness, Self Improvement & Professional Development Registration Required Event Details: Join us for current conversations on relevant and timely topics affecting our community. Every day across the United States, nearly 11,000 people turn 65. There is a need to provide these seniors with information on places and spaces for them to thrive. Disclaimer(s) Accommodations If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.
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1 pm			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. Rummikub 1:00pm - 3:00pm Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Kisker Road 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: 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: Come to the library to meet new friends and play Rummikub. This tile-based game is easy to learn, good for your brain, and fun for all. Disclaimer(s) Accommodations If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.
2 pm		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. Diamond Dotz 2:00pm - 5:00pm Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Kisker Road 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: Kisker Road Branch Room: Meeting Room A&B Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Class & Event Types: Seasonal, Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Join us as we create a beautiful Diamond Dotz bookmark! Disclaimer(s) Accommodations If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.		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. Blood Drive - ImpactLife 2:00pm - 6:00pm Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Kisker Road Branch 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. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Class & Event Types: Community Events, Health & Wellness Event Details: Be a Donor! Help save a life! ImpactLife's blood donor bus will be at Kisker Road Library from 2-6 pm. Scan the QR code below or click HERE to register!	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. Homeschool Explorers: Resistance Movements of World War II 2:00pm - 3:00pm Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5) Kisker Road 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: Kisker Road Branch Room: Meeting Room A&B Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5) Class & Event Types: Reading Challenge, History & Culture, Homeschool Registration Required Event Details: Come meet with friends to explore, learn, make crafts, and more! 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.
3 pm			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. Next Chapter Book Club 3:00pm - 4:00pm Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Kisker Road 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: Kisker Road Branch Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Class & Event Types: Books & More, Clubs & Communities Registration Required 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. 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.
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5 pm		This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Tweens (Grades 4-8)" group. This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Family Fun: Chocolate Olympics 5:30pm - 6:30pm Kids, Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Families Kisker Road Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Tweens (Grades 4-8)" group. This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch Room: Meeting Room A&B Age Group: Kids, Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Families Class & Event Types: Evenings & Weekends, Games & Activities Registration Required Event Details: September 13 is National Chocolate Day, and that's something to celebrate! Join us for some fun games and activities all revolving around chocolate. Of course it wouldn't be a true celebration without some delicious chocolate snacks. 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.	This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group. Cancelled Teens Read: Manga and Anime 5:30pm - 6:30pm Teens (Grades 7-12) Kisker Road Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group. Cancelled Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 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! Recommended for Grades 7-12. 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.
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7 pm		This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Tweens (Grades 4-8)" group. This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Families" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. Star Party 7:00pm - 8:30pm Kids, Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Families, Everyone Kisker Road Branch Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Tweens (Grades 4-8)" group. This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Families" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch Room: Meeting Room A&B Age Group: Kids, Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Families, Everyone Class & Event Types: Community Events, Evenings & Weekends, Science & Technology Registration Required Event Details: View our amazing universe through telescopes. Get hands on instruction to use the telescopes that are available for check-out at our branches. Bring the whole family and join the experts from the Astronomical Society of Eastern Missouri (ASEM) to be part of this telescope viewing session. Disclaimer(s) Accommodations If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able. 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. Register Everyone Please register each person attending the program or event regardless of age.

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Join Tyler Hilton at the library for a story time, a short acoustic set, and then a book signing line as he introduces his new picture book DADDY: LIVE IN CONCERT!

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