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Story Time with Lindenwood University

Monday, November 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am

Community Room A at Kathryn Linnemann Branch

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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: Kathryn Linnemann Branch

Room: Community Room A

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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Checkmate Academy: Lessons for Youth

Monday, November 17, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Community Room at Deer Run Branch

Class & Event Types:

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

Age Group:

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

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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

Registration Required

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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!

Meet the Author: Mindy McGinnis - HOW GIRLS ARE MADE

Monday, November 17, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Community Room A at Kathryn Linnemann Branch

Class & Event Types:

Author Events, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends

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: Author Events, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends

Registration Required

Event Details:

Mindy McGinnis discusses her newest book, HOW GIRLS ARE MADE.

About HOW GIRLS ARE MADE:

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Understanding Disability Benefits: Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) for Adults and Children

Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm

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

Age Group: Adults, Ages 55+

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

Registration Required

Event Details:

This 'LIVE' virtual program on Understanding Disability Benefits: Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) for Adults and Children is a free webinar hosted by the Social Security Administration (SSA).

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Meet the Author: Christopher Gordon - LETTERS HOME FROM WORLD WAR II ST. LOUIS

Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Community Room A at Kathryn Linnemann Branch

Class & Event Types:

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

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

Registration Required

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A few precious lines capture the experiences of St. Louisans who served in World War II, sharing their struggles, fears, and hopes through letters sent home.

Alzheimer's Association "10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's"

Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Community Room A&B at Corporate Parkway Branch

Class & Event Types:

Health & Wellness

Age Group:

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

Open

Library Branch: Corporate Parkway Branch

Room: Community Room A&B

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

Class & Event Types: Health & Wellness

Registration Required

Event Details:

Alzheimer's and other dementias cause changes in memory, thinking, and behavior that interfere with daily life.

Join us to learn:

LEGO Masters

Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Community Room C at Middendorf-Kredell Branch

Class & Event Types:

Evenings & Weekends, Games & Activities, Hobbies & Recreation

Age Group:

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

Open

Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch

Room: Community Room C

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

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

Registration Required

Event Details:

Test your Lego building skills by constructing a creation centered around a "mystery" piece.

Indigenous People of Missouri

Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual

Class & Event Types:

Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture, Virtual

Age Group:

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

Open

Library Branch: Virtual

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

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

Registration Required

Event Details:

This talk will focus on the Osage because of their connections to St. Louis. Other native peoples within Missouri included the Kickapoo, Shawnee, Ioway, Otoe, Delaware, Osage, and others.

Story Time with Lindenwood University

Friday, November 21, 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.

Thankful Tales and Treasures with the House of Branching Paths

Saturday, November 22, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am

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

Class & Event Types:

Seasonal, Special Events, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends

Age Group:

Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), 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&M - BJC St. Peters Rooms

Age Group: Kids, 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, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends

Registration Required

Event Details:

You are invited to join The House of Branching Paths to celebrate stories of thankfulness!

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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: Community 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: Community 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 "Toddlers (Ages 1-3)" group Time for Twos 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: Community 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: 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.	This event is in the "Babies (Ages 0-1)" group This event is in the "Toddlers (Ages 1-3)" group Baby Playdate 10:00am–11:00am 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 Room: Community Room B Age Group: Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3) Class & Event Types: Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning, Games & Activities Children can enjoy toys, books, and activities designed for babies, toddlers, 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 "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 "Families" group Winter Whimsy with the House of Branching Paths 10:00am–10:45am Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Families 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 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 "Families" group Upcoming Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch Room: Event Room L - Siteman at BJC St. Peters Room Age Group: Kids, 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, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends Registration Required Event Details: You are invited to join The House of Branching Paths to explore the history of winter and the true story of the evergreen tree! 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.
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2 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 English Paper Piecing 2:00pm–4:00pm Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Spencer Road 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: 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: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies & Recreation Registration Required Event Details: PLEASE NOTE: We will be upstairs in Room L. You may enter the library through the Commons entrance in the upper parking lot. Disclaimer(s) Accommodations If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.
3 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: Art Club 3:30pm–5:00pm Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12) Spencer Road 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: Spencer Road Branch Room: Community Room B Age Group: Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12) Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Clubs & Communities Registration Required Event Details: Use the library's space and supplies to work on art projects. Snacks will be provided as well. This program is for grades 4-12. Please do not sign any children up who are younger than 4th grade. 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.
4 pm			This event is in the "Early Elementary (Grades K-2)" group This event is in the "Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)" group Let's Create: Frilled Lizards 4:30pm–5:30pm Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5) Spencer Road 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 Upcoming Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch Room: Community Room B Age Group: Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5) Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Art Exploration! Did you know that frilled lizards can run on their back legs? Some people even keep them as pets! Your parents might not let you keep a real lizard for a pet, but we can make one that's almost as cool with some paper and cupcake holders. 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 "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Unplug & Unwind: A Digital Detox Experience 4:30pm–6:00pm Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults Spencer Road Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group This event is in the "Adults" group Open Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch Room: Community Room A Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Evenings & Weekends, Games & Activities, Hobbies & Recreation Registration Required Event Details: Take a break from screens and reconnect with creativity, community, and calm. Unplug & Unwind is a phone-free event designed to help you recharge — not your battery, but your mind. Disclaimer(s) Accommodations If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.
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6 pm					This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Tweens (Grades 4-8)" group Tweens Graphic Novel Club: "When Stars Are Scattered" by Victoria Jamieson 6:30pm–7:30pm Kids, Tweens (Grades 4-8) Spencer Road Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Tweens (Grades 4-8)" group Upcoming Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch Room: Community Room B Age Group: Kids, Tweens (Grades 4-8) Class & Event Types: Books & More, Clubs & Communities, Evenings & Weekends, Hobbies & Recreation Registration Required Event Details: Please pick up a copy of the book at the Spencer Road Children's Desk. Copies are available starting one month prior to the discussion, while supplies last. 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.
7 pm				This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Tweens (Grades 4-8)" group Tweens Read: "Greenglass House" by Kate Milford 7:00pm–8:00pm Kids, Tweens (Grades 4-8) Spencer Road Branch Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Tweens (Grades 4-8)" group Upcoming Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch Room: Community Room B Age Group: Kids, Tweens (Grades 4-8) Class & Event Types: Books & More, Clubs & Communities, Evenings & Weekends, Hobbies & Recreation, Homeschool Registration Required 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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