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Story Time with Lindenwood University

Friday, October 24, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am

Community Room A&B at McClay 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: McClay 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.

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The 2025 How-To Festival

All Day 10/25

Spencer Road Branch

Class & Event Types:

Special Events, Arts & Crafts, Business & Finance, Evenings & Weekends, Health & Wellness, History & Culture, Hobbies & Recreation, Science & Technology, Self Improvement & Professional Development

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Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch

Age Group: Everyone

Class & Event Types: Special Events, Arts & Crafts, Business & Finance, Evenings & Weekends, Health & Wellness, History & Culture, Hobbies & Recreation, Science & Technology, Self Improvement & Professional Development

Event Details:

Join us for the annual How-To Festival this year at the Spencer Road Library. Enjoy a full day of free classes covering a variety of topics to explore! You'll also get to:

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Star Party

Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Conference Room at Augusta 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: Augusta Branch

Room: Conference 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.

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Social Security 101: Understanding Retirement, Survivor, and Medicare Benefits

Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:15pm

Event Room N at Spencer Road Branch

Class & Event Types:

Business & Finance, Self Improvement & Professional Development, Virtual

Age Group:

Adults, Ages 55+

Open

Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch

Room: Event Room N

Age Group: Adults, Ages 55+

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

Registration Required

Event Details:

This 'LIVE' virtual program on Social Security 101 is a free webinar hosted by the Social Security Administration (SSA).

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

Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Community Room A&B at Kisker Road Branch

Class & Event Types:

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

Age Group:

Teens (Grades 7-12)

Open

Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch

Room: Community Room A&B

Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12)

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

Registration Required

Event Details:

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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Meet the Author: Nicki Jacobsmeyer - Spooky America's The Ghostly Tales of St. Charles

Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

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

Class & Event Types:

Seasonal, Author Events, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture

Age Group:

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

Open

Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch

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

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

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

Registration Required

Event Details:

Nicki Jacobsmeyer will present her newest release, SPOOKY AMERICA'S THE GHOSTLY TALES OF ST. CHARLES

About SPOOKY AMERICA'S THE GHOSTLY TALES OF ST. CHARLES

Alzheimer's Association, ALZ Talks: "Home Safety to Support Independence"

Thursday, October 30, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Event Room N at Spencer Road Branch

Class & Event Types:

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

Age Group:

Adults, Ages 55+

Open

Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch

Room: Event Room N

Age Group: Adults, Ages 55+

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

Registration Required

Event Details:

This is a 'LIVE' Virtual event.

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Cybersecurity Basics

Thursday, October 30, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Community Room A&B at Kisker Road Branch

Class & Event Types:

Evenings & Weekends, Homeschool, Science & Technology, Self Improvement & Professional Development

Age Group:

Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+

Open

Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch

Room: Community Room A&B

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

Class & Event Types: Evenings & Weekends, Homeschool, Science & Technology, Self Improvement & Professional Development

Registration Required

Event Details:

Star Party

Thursday, October 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

Open

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.

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Time	Tue (12/16)	Wed (12/17)	Thu (12/18)	Fri (12/19)	Sat (12/20)
9 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 This event is in the "Families" group WRAP it UP 9:30am–11:30am Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Families Kathryn Linnemann 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 This event is in the "Families" group Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch Room: Community Room A Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+, Families Class & Event Types: Seasonal Event Details: Need a place to wrap your presents? We have you covered with tables, wrapping paper, scissors, tape, bows and tags. YOU just need to bring the presents and holiday spirit! 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.
10 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 Tiny Tots 10:00am–10:30am Kids, Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3) Kathryn Linnemann 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: Kathryn Linnemann Branch Room: Community Room B Age Group: Kids, Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3) Class & Event Types: Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning Grow Your Reader with stories, songs, and activities for babies birth to 23 months 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 "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: Community 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 "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) Kathryn Linnemann Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Pre-K (Ages 3-5)" group Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch Room: Community 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. Registration Not Required Registration is not required for this program.	This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Pre-K (Ages 3-5)" group Growing Minds: Polar Adventure 10:00am–10:45am Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5) Kathryn Linnemann Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Pre-K (Ages 3-5)" group Upcoming Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch Room: Community Room B Age Group: Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5) Class & Event Types: Seasonal, Arts & Crafts, Early Literacy & Learning, Games & Activities, Homeschool, Science & Technology Registration Required Fun exploration of topics that keep kids thinking and learning. Disclaimer(s) Accommodations If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able. Messy Crafts This program may involve messy crafts or activities. Please dress to be messy! Register Each Child Individually Please register each child who will be attending individually.
11 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 Out and About 11:00am–12:00pm Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Kathryn Linnemann 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: Kathryn Linnemann Branch Room: Community Room A Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Class & Event Types: Community Events, Arts & Crafts, Clubs & Communities, Evenings & Weekends, Games & Activities, Hobbies & Recreation Registration Required Event Details: Join Out and About for an hour of easy crafting and chatting with LGBTQIA+ people and allies in your community! Come ready to talk about fun pop culture topics and make something fun to take home with you! Disclaimer(s) Accommodations If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.
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3 pm		This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group Teen Rewind: Y2K Retro Party 3:00pm–4:30pm Teens (Grades 7-12) Kathryn Linnemann Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group Upcoming Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch Room: Community Room A Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12) Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Current Events & Trends, Games & Activities, History & Culture, Hobbies & Recreation, Movies & Music 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. 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.	This event is in the "Tweens (Grades 4-8)" group This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group Teen & Tween STEM: Maker Club 3:45pm–4:45pm Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12) Kathryn Linnemann Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Tweens (Grades 4-8)" group This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group Upcoming Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch Room: Community Room A Age Group: Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12) Class & Event Types: Clubs & Communities, Current Events & Trends, Games & Activities, Hobbies & Recreation, Science & Technology, Self Improvement & Professional Development Registration Required Event Details: 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. 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. Register Everyone Please register each person attending the program or event regardless of age.
4 pm	This event is in the "Tweens (Grades 4-8)" group This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group Teens and Tweens: Craft and Watch 4:00pm–6:00pm 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, Arts & Crafts, Movies & Music Event Details: Grab your popcorn buckets to join us for a fun movie and a cool mystery craft! Bah Humbug! This month we're watching The Muppet Christmas Carol! Disclaimer(s) Accommodations If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able. Messy Crafts This program may involve messy crafts or activities. Please dress to be messy! Supplies All supplies provided. 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 "Early Elementary (Grades K-2)" group This event is in the "Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)" group Tech Time: LEGO WeDo 2.0 4:30pm–5:15pm Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5) Kathryn Linnemann 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: Kathryn Linnemann Branch Room: Community Room B Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5) Class & Event Types: Clubs & Communities, Early Literacy & Learning, Games & Activities, Homeschool, Science & Technology Registration Required Event Details: Explore fundamental STEAM concepts through play with the library's various tech kits. Each month will be a different topic or kit. 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.
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7 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 Read to a Dog! 7:00pm–8:00pm Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5) Kathryn Linnemann 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: Kathryn Linnemann Branch Room: Community Room B Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5) Class & Event Types: Books & More, Evenings & Weekends Registration Required Bring a book or choose one of ours and read to an attentive, adorable dog. 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.

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