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

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

Meeting Room at Deer Run Branch

Class & Event Types:

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

Age Group:

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

Open

Library Branch: Deer Run Branch

Room: Meeting Room

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

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

Registration Required

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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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Digital Safety Workshop

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

Meeting Room A&B at McClay Branch

Class & Event Types:

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

Age Group:

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

Open

Library Branch: McClay Branch

Room: Meeting Room A&B

Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+

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

Registration Required

Event Details:

In collaboration with Crisis International, BJC, and Progress West Hospital, present a parent-focused Digital Safety Workshop.

Digital safety strategies for the family, including Apps to look out for and how to effectively monitor ki

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Star Party

Monday, June 30, 2025 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm

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

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Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch

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

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:

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, July 1, 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

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.

Discover the Past - "Photography in 19th Century St. Louis"

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Meeting Room A at Kathryn Linnemann Branch

Class & Event Types:

Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture

Age Group:

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

Open

Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch

Room: Meeting Room A

Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+

Class & Event Types: Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture

Registration Required

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Kids reach for bubbles in front of a colorful bus.

Summer Challenge Bubble Bus Party

Monday, July 7, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Deer Run Branch

Class & Event Types:

Special Events, Reading Challenge, Games & Activities, Movies & Music

Age Group:

Kids, 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), Families

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Library Branch: Deer Run Branch

Age Group: Kids, 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), Families

Class & Event Types: Special Events, Reading Challenge, Games & Activities, Movies & Music

Registration Required

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The Bubble Bus is back at the Library to celebrate Summer Challenge with music, bubbles, and activities!

This is a reschedule for the cancelled event on 6/13/25.

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Mammogram Van

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 9:00am - 12:30pm

McClay Branch

Class & Event Types:

Community Events, Reading Challenge, Health & Wellness

Age Group:

Adults, Ages 21+, Ages 55+

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Library Branch: McClay Branch

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

Class & Event Types: Community Events, Reading Challenge, Health & Wellness

Event Details:

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

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Meet the Author: Megan Bannen - THE UNDERCUTTING OF ROSIE AND ADAM

Friday, July 11, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

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:

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

Open

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

Registration Required

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Megan Bannen joins us to discuss her newest book, THE UNDERCUTTING OF ROSIE AND ADAM.

About THE UNDERCUTTING OF ROSIE AND ADAM

A snowy forest landscape surrounds a trail leading to a bright greenhouse. The title of the book, The Enchanted Greenhouse, is at the bottom of the image.

Meet the Author: Sarah Beth Durst - THE ENCHANTED GREENHOUSE

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Meeting Room A&B at Middendorf-Kredell Branch

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Author Events, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends

Age Group:

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

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Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch

Room: Meeting Room A&B

Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+

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

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New York Times-bestselling fantasy author, Sarah Beth Durst, will be discussing her new novel, THE ENCHANTED GREENHOUSE, which is the companion to her cozy fantasy THE SPELLSHOP.

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ARC Angels Foundation: Social Media and the Effects on Teen Mental Health

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Meeting Room A&B at Corporate Parkway Branch

Class & Event Types:

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

Age Group:

Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12)

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Library Branch: Corporate Parkway Branch

Room: Meeting Room A&B

Age Group: Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12)

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

Registration Required

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Social media affects all of us, whether we realize it or not. Some social media can have a positive impact on our social and mental well-being, but other aspects of social media can have lasting and devastating effects.

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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 Self Care Social - Cooling Pad 10:00am–11:00am Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Spencer Road Branch Waitlist 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 Waitlist Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch Room: Meeting Room A Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Class & Event Types: Health & Wellness, Hobbies & Recreation Registration Required Event Details: Let's gather together to discuss our favorite self care ideas. This month's project will be a Neck Cooling Pad. Materials Used: 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.	This event is in the "Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)" group This event is in the "Tweens (Grades 4-8)" group The Fundamentals of Acting and Creative Expression 10:00am–12:00pm Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8) Middendorf-Kredell Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)" group This event is in the "Tweens (Grades 4-8)" group Open Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch Room: Meeting Room C Age Group: Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8) Class & Event Types: Special Events, Reading Challenge, Evenings & Weekends, Games & Activities, Hobbies & Recreation, Self Improvement & Professional Development Registration Required Event Details: Calling all theater kids and future Hollywood stars! Join the Metro Theater Company to learn about the art of acting through ensemble building activities. 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.
11 am					This event is in the "Adults" group Plant Swap - Discover Your Best Life 11:00am–1:00pm Adults Spencer Road Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Open Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch Room: Meeting Room B Age Group: Adults Class & Event Types: Evenings & Weekends, Hobbies & Recreation Registration Required Event Details: Plant Swap is a forum for sharing plants, gardening knowledge, and questions with fellow gardeners. Bring you seeds, cuttings, transplants, questions, and advice to swap with fellow gardeners in our community. 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 "Tweens (Grades 4-8)" group This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group Teens and Tweens Video Game Hangout 1:30pm–2:30pm Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12) Kathryn Linnemann Branch This event is in the "Tweens (Grades 4-8)" group This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch Room: Kathryn Linnemann Teen Room Age Group: Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12) Class & Event Types: Seasonal, Clubs & Communities, Games & Activities, Hobbies & Recreation Event Details: Throughout the Summer, the Library will host a weekly event on Wednesdays for teens and tweens after Lunch @ the Library. 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 Acoustic Jam @ the Library 1:00pm–4:00pm 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: Meeting Room A Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Class & Event Types: Clubs & Communities, Hobbies & Recreation, Movies & Music Event Details: Make Music and new friends at the library! 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 "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 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 "Families" group Animal Crossing Island Party 1:30pm–3:00pm 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 Spencer Road Branch Open 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 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 "Ages 18+" group This event is in the "Ages 21+" group This event is in the "Ages 55+" group This event is in the "Families" group Open Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch Room: Meeting Room A 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 Class & Event Types: Games & Activities, Hobbies & Recreation Registration Required Event Details: Welcome back to Spencer Road Island! Explore the island with friends, finish the scavenger hunt, and more! There will be two Animal Crossing Island Parties this summer. If this event is full, please check the event on Friday, August 1.
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 Yarn Arts 2:00pm–4:00pm Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Augusta Branch 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 Library Branch: Augusta Branch Room: Conference Room Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies & Recreation Work on your own knit, crochet, embroidery, sewing, etc. project with fellow fiber arts enthusiasts! 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 Floating Vase 2:00pm–3:00pm Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Middendorf-Kredell Branch Full 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 Full Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch Room: Meeting Room B Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies & Recreation Registration Required Event Details: Join us to create decorative floating vases! Disclaimer(s) Accommodations If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able. Supplies All supplies provided. Register Everyone Please register each person attending the program or event regardless of age.
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4 pm	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 LEGO Builders 4:30pm–5:30pm Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5) Kathryn Linnemann Branch 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 Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch Room: Meeting Room A Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5) Class & Event Types: Games & Activities, Hobbies & Recreation, Science & Technology Build with the Library's LEGO bricks. 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 "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 LEGO Builders 4:00pm–5:00pm Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8) Cliff View Branch Open Registration Required 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 Open Library Branch: Cliff View Branch Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8) Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Games & Activities, Hobbies & Recreation, Science & Technology Registration Required Event Details: Build with the Library's LEGO bricks. Children will have the opportunity to select one creation to display in the Library. 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 "Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)" group Let's Read: "A Million Ways Home" by Dianna Dorisi Winget 4:30pm–5:30pm Kids, Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5) Spencer Road Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)" group Open Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch Room: Meeting Room B Age Group: Kids, Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5) Class & Event Types: Books & More, Clubs & Communities, Evenings & Weekends, Hobbies & Recreation, Homeschool Registration Required 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.	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 Woolly Needle Felted Dryer Ball 4:30pm–6:30pm Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Augusta Branch Open 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 Open Library Branch: Augusta Branch Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies & Recreation Registration Required Event Details: Needle felt your own designs onto premade dryer balls. The wool balls are great to add to your dryer to help clothes dry faster and reduce static electricity. Disclaimer(s) Accommodations If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able. Supplies All supplies provided.
5 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 Board Game Night For Adults 5:00pm–7:00pm Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ McClay Branch Open 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 Open Library Branch: McClay Branch Room: Meeting Room A&B Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Class & Event Types: Games & Activities, Hobbies & Recreation Registration Required Event Details: Come hang out with friends and fellow gamers at the library and play some strategy games! Snacks and drinks will be provided. Raffle prizes will be pulled throughout the program (Must be present to win)For Ages 18+ 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. Supplies All supplies provided.
6 pm	This event is in the "Tweens (Grades 4-8)" group This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group Tweens and Teens Create: Writing Club 6:30pm–7:30pm Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12) Spencer Road Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Tweens (Grades 4-8)" group This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group Open Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch Room: Meeting Room B Age Group: Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12) Class & Event Types: Clubs & Communities, Hobbies & Recreation Registration Required 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.		This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Families" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Pokemon: The Card Game - Poke-Showdown 6:00pm–8:00pm Kids, Adults, Families, Everyone Spencer Road Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Families" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Open Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch Room: Event Room N Age Group: Kids, Adults, Families, Everyone Class & Event Types: Clubs & Communities, Evenings & Weekends, Games & Activities, Hobbies & Recreation Registration Required Event Details: Whether you're a beginner, seasoned player, or just interested in watching, come have a poke-ball playing the legendary Pokemon Card Game! Disclaimer(s) Accommodations If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able. Supplies All supplies provided. Register Everyone Please register each person attending the program or event regardless of age.

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In collaboration with Crisis International, BJC, and Progress West Hospital, present a parent-focused Digital Safety Workshop.

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New York Times-bestselling fantasy author, Sarah Beth Durst, will be discussing her new novel, THE ENCHANTED GREENHOUSE, which is the companion to her cozy fantasy THE SPELLSHOP.

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