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Star Party

Monday, September 29, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Community Room A&B at McClay 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: McClay Branch

Room: Community 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

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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.

Image of a bright, multi-colored house. The title, The House with No Keys, fills up the front of the house. Three children are climbing among the letters of the title and a variety of mysterious items like a surveillance camera, a pond with fish, and scattered symbols and boxes.

Meet the Author: Lindsay Currie - THE HOUSE WITH NO KEYS

Tuesday, September 30, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

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

Class & Event Types:

Author Events, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends, Friends & Foundation, Games & Activities

Age Group:

Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Families

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Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch

Room: Event Room L&M - BJC St. Peters Rooms

Age Group: Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Families

Class & Event Types: Author Events, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends, Friends & Foundation, Games & Activities

Registration Required

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Lindsay Currie, a Truman Award-nominated author, presents her newest book, THE HOUSE WITH NO KEYS, the exciting sequel to the first book in The Delta Games series, THE MYSTERY OF THE LOCKED ROOMS.

About THE HOUSE WITH NO KEYS:

Story Time with Lindenwood University

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am

Community Room A&B at Kisker Road Branch

Class & Event Types:

Special Events, Arts & Crafts, Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning

Age Group:

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

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Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch

Room: Community Room A&B

Age Group: Kids, Toddlers (Ages 1-3), Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Families

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

Registration Required

Event Details:

This is a special story time in partnership with Lindenwood University.

Kids and parents sit on the floor listening to a presentation

Lions, Tigers, and Bears Oh Boy!: Storytelling for the Season

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

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

Class & Event Types:

Seasonal, Special Events, Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture

Age Group:

Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Families

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Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch

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

Age Group: Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Families

Class & Event Types: Seasonal, Special Events, Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture

Registration Required

Event Details:

October stories for the whole family that celebrate the joy and humor of the season and its traditions.

Star Party

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Community Room A&B at Corporate Parkway 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

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Library Branch: Corporate Parkway Branch

Room: Community Room A&B

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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Forest Park Owls: Hiding in Plain Sight

Thursday, October 2, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Community Room A at Kathryn Linnemann Branch

Class & Event Types:

Evenings & Weekends, Hobbies & Recreation, Science & Technology

Age Group:

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

Open

Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch

Room: Community Room A

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

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

Registration Required

Event Details:

Story Time with Lindenwood University

Friday, October 3, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am

Community Room A&B at Kisker Road Branch

Class & Event Types:

Special Events, Arts & Crafts, Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning

Age Group:

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

Open

Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch

Room: Community Room A&B

Age Group: Kids, Toddlers (Ages 1-3), Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Families

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

Registration Required

Event Details:

This is a special story time in partnership with Lindenwood University.

Smiling Jack-O-Lantern on a blue tablecloth

Edgar Allan Poe: His Life and Stories

Friday, October 3, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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

Class & Event Types:

Seasonal, Special Events, Reading Challenge, Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture

Age Group:

Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Families

Open

Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch

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

Age Group: Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Families

Class & Event Types: Seasonal, Special Events, Reading Challenge, Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture

Registration Required

Event Details:

Enjoy a night of melancholy and madness with a one-man show as Edgar Allan Poe.

Checkmate Academy: Lessons for Youth

Monday, October 6, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Community Room at Deer Run Branch

Class & Event Types:

Special Events, Evenings & Weekends, Games & Activities, Hobbies & Recreation, Homeschool

Age Group:

Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12)

Open

Library Branch: Deer Run Branch

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12)

Class & Event Types: Special Events, Evenings & Weekends, Games & Activities, Hobbies & Recreation, Homeschool

Registration Required

Event Details:

Chess is a fun and challenging way to build problem-solving, strategy, and memory skills. Join teen volunteer and chess expert Mr. Sathish as he teaches the basics, answers your questions, and helps you sharpen your game against classmates!

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The Reality of Game Development

Monday, October 6, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual

Class & Event Types:

Special Events, Business & Finance, Evenings & Weekends, Hobbies & Recreation, Science & Technology, Self Improvement & Professional Development

Age Group:

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

Open

Library Branch: Virtual

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

Class & Event Types: Special Events, Business & Finance, Evenings & Weekends, Hobbies & Recreation, Science & Technology, Self Improvement & Professional Development

Registration Required

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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 Make It Monday 10:00am–5:00pm Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Augusta Branch Upcoming 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 Upcoming 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: We have the space, you bring your project to work on! Disclaimer(s) Accommodations If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.
11 am						This event is in the "Adults" group Plant Swap - Discover Your Best Life 11:00am–1:00pm Adults Spencer Road Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Upcoming Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch Room: Community 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 "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: Community 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.
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 DIY Crafts: Candle Decorating 2:00pm–3:00pm Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Middendorf-Kredell Branch Upcoming 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 Upcoming Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch Room: Community Room A - BJC Progress West Room Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies & Recreation Registration Required Event Details: Join us to decorate candles! 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) Spencer Road Branch Upcoming 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 Upcoming Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch Room: Community Room B Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5) Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Games & Activities, Hobbies & Recreation, Science & Technology Registration Required Event Details: Build with the Library's LEGO bricks. While your builder enjoys the class, please enjoy the rest of the library. Your child's LEGO build may be displayed in the library until next month's class. 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 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: Community 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 Upcoming 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 Upcoming Library Branch: Cliff View Branch Room: Community 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: "The Stonekeeper" (Amulet series bk #1) by Kazu Kibuishi 4:30pm–5:30pm Kids, Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5) Kathryn Linnemann Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)" group Upcoming Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch Room: Community 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: 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.
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 Upcoming 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 Upcoming Library Branch: McClay Branch Room: Community 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 "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 Upcoming 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 Upcoming 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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Lindsay Currie, a Truman Award-nominated author, presents her newest book, THE HOUSE WITH NO KEYS, the exciting sequel to the first book in The Delta Games series, THE MYSTERY OF THE LOCKED ROOMS.

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