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Featured Events

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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:

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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 "Kids" group. This event is in the "Babies (Ages 0-1)" group. This event is in the "Toddlers (Ages 1-3)" group. Sensory Play 9:30am - 10:15am Kids, Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3) Deer Run Branch Upcoming Registration 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. Upcoming Library Branch: Deer Run Branch Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Kids, Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3) Class & Event Types: Early Literacy & Learning Registration Required Event Details: Drop in for an open playtime designed for babies, toddlers, and their caregivers. We'll have toys, books, and activities that encourage children to explore their senses. 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. Fun for Ones 9:30am - 10:00am Toddlers (Ages 1-3) McClay Branch This event is in the "Toddlers (Ages 1-3)" group. Library Branch: McClay Branch Room: Meeting Room A&B Age Group: Toddlers (Ages 1-3) Class & Event Types: Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning Event Details: Grow Your Reader with stories, songs, and activities for one-year-olds and their caregivers. This program will be repeated at 10:30 am. 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 "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.	This event is in the "Babies (Ages 0-1)" group. This event is in the "Toddlers (Ages 1-3)" group. Diaper Distribution 9:00am - 1:00pm Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3) Spencer Road Branch This event is in the "Babies (Ages 0-1)" group. This event is in the "Toddlers (Ages 1-3)" group. Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch Age Group: Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3) Event Details: Spencer Road Branch is offering free emergency diaper distribution in the Commons at Spencer Road near the north entrance.
10 am			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 "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. Cancelled Inclusive Story Time 10:00am - 10:45am Kids, Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3), Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5) Kathryn Linnemann Branch Closed Registration 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. Cancelled Closed Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch Room: Meeting Room B 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) Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning Registration Required Event Details: 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 "Toddlers (Ages 1-3)" group. Fun for Ones 10:30am - 11:00am Toddlers (Ages 1-3) McClay Branch This event is in the "Toddlers (Ages 1-3)" group. Library Branch: McClay Branch Room: Meeting Room A&B Age Group: Toddlers (Ages 1-3) Class & Event Types: Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning Event Details: Grow Your Reader with stories, songs, and activities for one-year-olds and their caregivers. This program is a repeat from 9:30 am. 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. 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 "Kids" group. This event is in the "Toddlers (Ages 1-3)" group. Time for Twos 10:00am - 10:45am Kids, Toddlers (Ages 1-3) Kathryn Linnemann Branch This event is in the "Kids" group. This event is in the "Toddlers (Ages 1-3)" group. Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch Room: Meeting Room B Age Group: Kids, 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 "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 "Toddlers (Ages 1-3)" group. Toddler Tunes 10:00am - 10:30am Toddlers (Ages 1-3) Deer Run Branch This event is in the "Toddlers (Ages 1-3)" group. Library Branch: Deer Run Branch Room: Meeting Room Age Group: Toddlers (Ages 1-3) Class & Event Types: Early Literacy & Learning Event Details: Sing, dance, and play toward early literacy through music and movement. Recommended for toddlers but families welcome. Space is limited. Please limit family attendance to one parent or caregiver. 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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9 am

Sensory Play

9:30am - 10:15am

Kids, Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3)

Deer Run Branch

Upcoming

Registration Required

Upcoming

Library Branch: Deer Run Branch

Room: Meeting Room

Age Group: Kids, Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3)

Class & Event Types: Early Literacy & Learning

Registration Required

Event Details:

Drop in for an open playtime designed for babies, toddlers, and their caregivers. We'll have toys, books, and activities that encourage children to explore their senses.

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.

Fun for Ones

9:30am - 10:00am

Toddlers (Ages 1-3)

McClay Branch

Library Branch: McClay Branch

Room: Meeting Room A&B

Age Group: Toddlers (Ages 1-3)

Class & Event Types: Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning

Event Details:

Grow Your Reader with stories, songs, and activities for one-year-olds and their caregivers.

This program will be repeated at 10:30 am.

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.

Time for Twos

9:30am - 10:00am

Toddlers (Ages 1-3)

Spencer Road Branch

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.

Diaper Distribution

9:00am - 1:00pm

Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3)

Spencer Road Branch

Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch

Age Group: Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3)

Event Details:

Spencer Road Branch is offering free emergency diaper distribution in the Commons at Spencer Road near the north entrance.

10 am

Fun for Ones

10:00am - 10:30am

Toddlers (Ages 1-3)

Spencer Road Branch

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.

Cancelled

Inclusive Story Time

10:00am - 10:45am

Kids, Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3), Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)

Kathryn Linnemann Branch

Closed

Registration Required

Cancelled

Closed

Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch

Room: Meeting Room B

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)

Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning

Registration Required

Event Details:

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.

Fun for Ones

10:30am - 11:00am

Toddlers (Ages 1-3)

McClay Branch

Library Branch: McClay Branch

Room: Meeting Room A&B

Age Group: Toddlers (Ages 1-3)

Class & Event Types: Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning

Event Details:

Grow Your Reader with stories, songs, and activities for one-year-olds and their caregivers.

This program is a repeat from 9:30 am.

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.

Fun For Ones

10:00am - 10:30am

Kids, Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3)

Kisker Road Branch

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.

Time for Twos

10:00am - 10:45am

Kids, Toddlers (Ages 1-3)

Kathryn Linnemann Branch

Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch

Room: Meeting Room B

Age Group: Kids, 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.

Time for Twos

10:30am - 11:00am

Toddlers (Ages 1-3)

Spencer Road Branch

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.

Toddler Tunes

10:00am - 10:30am

Toddlers (Ages 1-3)

Deer Run Branch

Library Branch: Deer Run Branch

Room: Meeting Room

Age Group: Toddlers (Ages 1-3)

Class & Event Types: Early Literacy & Learning

Event Details:

Sing, dance, and play toward early literacy through music and movement.

Recommended for toddlers but families welcome.

Space is limited. Please limit family attendance to one parent or caregiver.

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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