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Name: Oasis "Better Choices Better Health® - Diabetes"
Start: 2025-04-24T10:00:00-05:00
End: 2025-04-24T12:30:00-05:00
Location: Spencer Road Branch

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Oasis "Better Choices Better Health® - Diabetes"

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:30pm

Meeting Room A 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: Meeting Room A

Age Group: Adults, Ages 55+

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

Required

Seats Remaining: 5

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

Required

Seats Remaining: 17

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

Required

Seats Remaining: 22

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

Required

Seats Remaining: 33

Event Details:

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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

Required

Seats Remaining: 19

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

Required

Seats Remaining: 36

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

Required

Seats Remaining: 32

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.

Star Party

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Meeting Room A&B at Kisker Road Branch

Class & Event Types:

Community Events, Evenings & Weekends, Science & Technology

Age Group:

Kids, Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Families, Everyone

Open

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

Required

Seats Remaining: 35

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 "Toddlers (Ages 1-3)" group. Time for Twos 9:30am - 10:00am Toddlers (Ages 1-3) Spencer Road Branch This event is in the "Toddlers (Ages 1-3)" group. Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch Room: Meeting 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.
10 am	This event is in the "Babies (Ages 0-1)" group. Baby Time 10:00am - 10:30am Babies (Ages 0-1) Spencer Road Branch This event is in the "Babies (Ages 0-1)" group. Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch Room: Meeting 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.	This event is in the "Toddlers (Ages 1-3)" group. Fun for Ones 10:00am - 10:30am Toddlers (Ages 1-3) Spencer Road Branch This event is in the "Toddlers (Ages 1-3)" group. Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch Room: Meeting Room B Age Group: 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. 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. This event is in the "Early Elementary (Grades K-2)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Mandarin Time for Preschoolers 10:00am - 11:00am Kids, Toddlers (Ages 1-3), Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Families Spencer Road Branch 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. This event is in the "Early Elementary (Grades K-2)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch Room: Event Room N 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 Required Seats Remaining: 50 Event Details: Learn how to incorporate Mandarin 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 foreign language teacher (and sometimes her kids!) with 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 "Toddlers (Ages 1-3)" group. Time for Twos 10:30am - 11:00am Toddlers (Ages 1-3) Spencer Road Branch This event is in the "Toddlers (Ages 1-3)" group. Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch Room: Meeting 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.	This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Pre-K (Ages 3-5)" group. Story Time 10:00am - 10:30am Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5) Spencer Road Branch This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Pre-K (Ages 3-5)" group. 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. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Ages 55+" group. Oasis "Better Choices Better Health® - Diabetes" 10:00am - 12:30pm Adults, Ages 55+ Spencer Road Branch This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Ages 55+" group. Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch Room: Meeting Room A 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 #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 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 "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 "Families" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. ASL Story Time with DEAF, Inc. 10:30am - 11:30am Kids, Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3), Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Families, Everyone Spencer Road Branch Open Required 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 "Families" group. This event is in the "Everyone" group. Open Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch Room: Event Room L&M - BJC St. Peters Rooms 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), Families, Everyone Class & Event Types: Community Events, Special Events, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends Required Seats Remaining: 65 Event Details: Join us for Story time signed in American Sign Language by a Deaf storyteller, followed by social time for children and families. This event is accessible to Deaf children and families, but all children are welcome to attend. 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.
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2 pm					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. This event is in the "Everyone" group. Cosplay Crafts - Potion Jar 2:30pm - 3:30pm Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Everyone Spencer Road Branch 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. This event is in the "Everyone" group. Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch Room: Meeting Room A Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Everyone Class & Event Types: Reading Challenge, Arts & Crafts, Hobbies & Recreation Required Seats Remaining: 10 Event Details: Every good adventurer has potions on hand. Join us to make your very own potion jar to take on your journey! 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.
3 pm	This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Beginner Guitar Club 3:00pm - 4:00pm Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults Spencer Road Branch Required This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch Room: Meeting Room A Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults Class & Event Types: Movies & Music Required Seats Remaining: 10 Event Details: If you've ever wanted to give learning the instrument a shot or need a hand getting started. Come hang with the library and learn a few things along the way! Bring your guitar and we can help with the rest! Disclaimer(s) Register Everyone Please register each person attending the program or event regardless of age.		This event is in the "Tweens (Grades 4-8)" group. This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group. Tweens and Teens Create: Art Club 3:30pm - 5:00pm Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12) Spencer Road Branch Required This event is in the "Tweens (Grades 4-8)" group. This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group. Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch Room: Meeting Room B Age Group: Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12) Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Clubs & Communities Required Seats Remaining: 16 Event Details: Use the library's space and supplies to work on art projects. Snacks will be provided as well. Disclaimer(s) Unaccompanied Child Parental Permission Form Any children between the ages of 10 and 16 who will be attending this program without an adult present in the library must have a copy of the Unaccompanied Child Parental Permission Form on file. This form only needs to be filled once per school year. Messy Crafts This program may involve messy crafts or activities. Please dress to be messy! Supplies All supplies provided. Register Each Teen Please register each teen who will be attending the program.
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5 pm				This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group. Teen Leadership Committee (formerly known as Teen Advisory Board) 5:30pm - 6:30pm Teens (Grades 7-12) Spencer Road Branch Required This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group. Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch Room: Meeting Room B Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12) Required Seats Remaining: 20 Be a part of the decision making process at the Library. Help plan programs, give book recommendations, promote the library, and eat some snacks! Disclaimer(s) Accommodations If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able. Register Each Teen Please register each teen who will be attending the program.
6 pm				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 "Families" group. Found in the Stars 6:30pm - 7:30pm Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Families Spencer Road Branch Required 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 "Families" group. Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch Room: Event Room L - Siteman at BJC St. Peters Room Age Group: Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Families Class & Event Types: Special Events, Early Literacy & Learning, Evenings & Weekends, Science & Technology Required Seats Remaining: 100 Event Details: Professor Universe is a painter who often looks at the stars. However, after wishing upon one–he gets abducted by an alien, who steals his painting! Now he must venture through space to get back his artwork. 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.
7 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Board of Trustees Meeting 7:00pm - 9:00pm Adults Spencer Road Branch This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch Room: Event Room L&M - BJC St. Peters Rooms 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.	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. Meet the Author: Matt Dinniman - THE EYE OF THE BEDLAM BRIDE 7:00pm - 8:00pm Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Spencer 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. 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, Special Events, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends, Games & Activities, Hobbies & Recreation Event Details: This is a ticketed event. Click HERE to purchase tickets and a copy of the book. The St. 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 "Tweens (Grades 4-8)" group. Tweens Read: "Dealing with Dragons" by Patricia C. Wrede 7:00pm - 8:00pm Tweens (Grades 4-8) Spencer Road Branch Open Required This event is in the "Tweens (Grades 4-8)" group. Open Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch Room: Meeting Room B Age Group: Tweens (Grades 4-8) Class & Event Types: Books & More, Clubs & Communities, Evenings & Weekends, Hobbies & Recreation, Homeschool Required Seats Remaining: 7 Event Details: "Tweens Read" is a book club just for Tweens (young teens and kids on the verge of their teen years)! Disclaimer(s) Accommodations If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

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