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Reading Between the Lines: The Story Behind "Fahrenheit 451"

Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Community Room A&B at Kisker Road Branch

Class & Event Types:

Reading Challenge, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture

Age Group:

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

Open

Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch

Room: Community Room A&B

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

Class & Event Types: Reading Challenge, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture

Registration Required

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In this series, we will step beyond the pages of the chosen book and explore the real life people, events, and ideas that inspired the author to write and share their story with the world.

Ghost Towns in Missouri and Beyond

Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual

Class & Event Types:

Seasonal, 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: Seasonal, Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture, Virtual

Registration Required

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Abandoned buildings, paranormal folklore, and historic relics cast an eerie and intriguing atmosphere over Missouri's ghost towns.

An image of the books Spy School Blackout and The Sherlock Society: Hurricane Heist

Meet the Authors: Stuart Gibbs and James Ponti

Friday, October 17, 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:

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

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Library Branch: Spencer Road Branch

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

Age Group: 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: Author Events, Special Events, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends

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Join Stuart Gibbs and James Ponti as they discuss their newest releases, SPY SCHOOL BLACKOUT and HURRICANE HEIST.

Please register for this event HERE.

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Checkmate Academy: Lessons for Youth

Monday, October 20, 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)

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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, Homeschool

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 Authors: Anne Carpenter - "SOUP FOR YOU!" and Lia Holter - "MADE BY LIA"

Monday, October 20, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

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

Class & Event Types:

Books & More, Evenings & Weekends, Hobbies & Recreation

Age Group:

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

Class & Event Types: Books & More, Evenings & Weekends, Hobbies & Recreation

Registration Required

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Doesn't everyone desire a yummy bowl of soup? Soup can nourish and comfort.

Soup is restorative and can stimulate the appetite. Say "yes" to delicious bowls of soup!

Halloween Safety with the St. Charles Ambulance District

Thursday, October 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Community Room A&B at Kisker Road Branch

Class & Event Types:

Seasonal, Special Events, Arts & Crafts, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends, Health & Wellness

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), 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), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Families

Class & Event Types: Seasonal, Special Events, Arts & Crafts, Books & More, Evenings & Weekends, Health & Wellness

Registration Required

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The St. Charles County Ambulance District presents a special program on Halloween Safety. Tour a real ambulance, listen to a story, make a spooky craft at the Library, & get a Halloween Glow Bracelet to make your Halloween a safe one!

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Oasis "The Hidden Truth about Pain"

Thursday, October 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm

Community Room A at Kathryn Linnemann Branch

Class & Event Types:

Health & Wellness, Self Improvement & Professional Development

Age Group:

Adults, Ages 55+

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Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch

Room: Community Room A

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 #10550.

Pain does not discriminate. It affects the old, the young, and all ages in between.

St. Louis on Fire

Thursday, October 23, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual

Class & Event Types:

Reading Challenge, 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: Reading Challenge, Evenings & Weekends, History & Culture, Virtual

Registration Required

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Did you know:

St. Louis has a fire museum and has the third oldest paid fire department in the country.

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

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Everyone

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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

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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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10 am	This event is in the "Pre-K (Ages 3-5)" group Growing Minds 10:00am–11:00am Pre-K (Ages 3-5) McClay Branch This event is in the "Pre-K (Ages 3-5)" group Library Branch: McClay Branch Room: Community Room A&B Age Group: Pre-K (Ages 3-5) Class & Event Types: Early Literacy & Learning, Science & Technology 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. Supplies All supplies provided. 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 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 This event is in the "Families" group Story Time at Chicken N Pickle 10:30am–11:15am Kids, Toddlers (Ages 1-3), Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Families Outreach Upcoming Registration Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Kids" 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 This event is in the "Families" group Upcoming Library Branch: Outreach 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, Early Literacy & Learning Registration Required Event Details: Grow Your Reader with stories, songs, and activities that enhance early literacy skills. Join us for a special story time all about reading is fun in honor of Read Across America! Disclaimer(s) Accommodations If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able. Registration Appreciated but Not Required Registration is not required for this program, but registering is helpful to make sure we have enough staff to accommodate everyone.	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 "Pre-K (Ages 3-5)" group Story Time 10:00am–10:30am Pre-K (Ages 3-5) Kathryn Linnemann Branch This event is in the "Pre-K (Ages 3-5)" group Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch Room: Community Room B Age Group: 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 "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 "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) Kisker Road Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Pre-K (Ages 3-5)" group Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch Room: Community Room A&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 "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 Find Your Next Read 10:30am–11:30am 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: Books & More Registration Required Event Details: Join us at the Library to discuss different Bibliographic Resources to keep your TBR List long! We will discuss titles from many genres. 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 Playtime at the Library 10:00am–11:00am Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3) Kisker Road Branch 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: Community Room A&B Age Group: Babies (Ages 0-1), Toddlers (Ages 1-3) Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning, Games & Activities, Homeschool Event Details: 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 "Pre-K (Ages 3-5)" group Story Time 10:30am–11:15am Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5) Deer Run Branch This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Pre-K (Ages 3-5)" group Library Branch: Deer Run Branch Room: Community Room Age Group: Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5) Class & Event Types: Early Literacy & Learning Event Details: Grow Your Reader with stories, songs, and activities that enhance early literacy skills. This is the same Story Time that was presented on Tuesday at Deer Run this week. Disclaimer(s) Accommodations If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.
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2 pm						This event is in the "Tweens (Grades 4-8)" group This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group Teen Movie: "Jurassic World" (2015) 2:00pm–4:15pm Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12) Kisker 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: Kisker Road Branch Room: Community Room A&B Age Group: Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12) Class & Event Types: Clubs & Communities, Evenings & Weekends, Movies & Music Registration Required Event Details: Join us for movie club at Kisker Road! We will watch "Jurassic World" and have a discussion about it following. We also we enjoy snacks and a themed craft while we watch! 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.
3 pm		This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group Alphabet Soup 3:30pm–4:30pm Teens (Grades 7-12) Kathryn Linnemann Branch This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch Room: Community Room B Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12) Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Clubs & Communities, Current Events & Trends, History & Culture Event Details: Alphabet Soup is an inclusive, safe, monthly hangout for LGBTQIA+ teens and allies. Each month, there is a unique topic of discussion and craft. Join us for an afternoon of fun! 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. Registration Not Required Registration is not required for this program.	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 Next Chapter Book Club 3:00pm–4:00pm Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Kisker 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: Kisker Road Branch Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Class & Event Types: Books & More, Clubs & Communities Registration Required Next Chapter Book Club is a community-based book club for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Participants (even those who cannot read) gather for one hour weekly to read aloud and discuss a book that is provided by the Library. Together, we will explore new worlds and meet interesting characters through fun and engaging stories, gaining real-world skills and making new friends along the way. Registration is required for this program and space is limited. By registering for one session, you will automatically be registered for the entire series. 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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5 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! 5:30pm–6:30pm Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5) Kisker 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: Kisker Road Branch Room: Community Room A&B Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5) Class & Event Types: Special Events, Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning, Evenings & Weekends Registration Required Event Details: Bring a book or choose one of ours and read to an attentive, adorable dog. This class is a partnership between the Library and our "Tale Waggers" group, Love on a Leash. 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.
6 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! 6:00pm–7:00pm Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5) Cliff View 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: Cliff View Branch Room: Community Room Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5) Class & Event Types: Special Events, Books & More, Early Literacy & Learning, Evenings & Weekends Registration Required Event Details: Bring a book or choose one of ours and read to an attentive, adorable dog. This class is a partnership between the Library and our "Tale Waggers" group, Love on a Leash. 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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Join Stuart Gibbs and James Ponti as they discuss their newest releases, SPY SCHOOL BLACKOUT and HURRICANE HEIST.

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