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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

Open

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

Open

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

Event Details:

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

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.

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

Open

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

Open

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

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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.

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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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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 Coffee and Conversation 9:00am–10:00am Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Augusta 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: Augusta Branch Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Class & Event Types: Clubs & Communities Enjoy a cup of coffee, a sweet treat, and relaxing conversation. 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 "Everyone" group Chess Club 9:30am–12:30pm Everyone Middendorf-Kredell Branch This event is in the "Everyone" group Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch Age Group: Everyone Class & Event Types: Clubs & Communities, Games & Activities Event Details: Drop in for a casual morning of chess! We’ll provide the boards and space—you bring the strategy. All ages and skill levels are welcome. No instruction provided. Disclaimer(s) Registration Not Required Registration is not required for this program.
10 am			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 Sip & Stitch 10:30am–12:30pm Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Cliff View Branch Open Registration Required 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 Open Library Branch: Cliff View Branch Room: Community Room Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Clubs & Communities, Hobbies & Recreation Registration Required Event Details: Work on your own knit, crochet, embroidery, sewing, etc. project with fellow fiber arts enthusiasts! Coffee & tea will be provided but feel free to bring your own. Help is available for beginners, bring your own materials and we can answer questions. 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 Book Discussion: "I Let You Go" by Clare Mackintosh 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Cliff View Branch Open 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 Open Library Branch: Cliff View Branch Room: Community Room Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Class & Event Types: Books & More, Clubs & Communities Registration Required Event Details: Please pick up a copy of the book at the hosting branch. Copies are available starting one month prior to the discussion, while supplies last. In a split second, Jenna Gray's world descends into a nightmare. Her only hope of moving on is to walk away from everything she knows to start afresh. 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. Sponsored by Friends Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.	This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)" group This event is in the "Tweens (Grades 4-8)" group Homeschool Explorers - Jam Session 1:00pm–2:30pm Kids, Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8) Kathryn Linnemann Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" group This event is in the "Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5)" group This event is in the "Tweens (Grades 4-8)" group Open Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch Room: Community Room B Age Group: Kids, Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8) Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Clubs & Communities, Homeschool, Science & Technology Registration Required Event Details: Explore new subjects through presentations, demonstrations, resources, and activities. 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. Register Everyone Please register each person attending the program or event regardless of age.
2 pm						This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group Teen Movie: "A Minecraft Movie" (2025) 2:00pm–4:30pm Teens (Grades 7-12) Kisker Road Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group Open Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch Room: Community Room A&B Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12) Class & Event Types: Clubs & Communities, Homeschool, Movies & Music Registration Required Event Details: We will watch "A Minecraft Movie" (2025, PG, 1h 41m), snack, work on a craft, and have a discussion about the film. 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 "Tweens (Grades 4-8)" group This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group Teen and Tween Tech: Coding Club 3:30pm–5:30pm Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12) McClay Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Tweens (Grades 4-8)" group This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group Open Library Branch: McClay Branch Room: Conference Room C Age Group: Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12) Class & Event Types: Clubs & Communities, Hobbies & Recreation, Science & Technology, Self Improvement & Professional Development Registration Required Event Details: Join Coding Club for the opportunity to build your coding skills through interactive coding practice, and discover a variety of library resources for an ongoing learning experience in STEM. 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. 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 This event is in the "Adults" group Guitar Club 4:00pm–4:45pm Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults Kathryn Linnemann Branch Open Registration Required 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 Open Library Branch: Kathryn Linnemann Branch Room: Community Room A Age Group: Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Adults Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Clubs & Communities, Hobbies & Recreation, 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.
5 pm			This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group Teen Leadership Committee 5:00pm–6:00pm Teens (Grades 7-12) Kisker Road Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group Open Library Branch: Kisker Road Branch Room: Community Room A&B Age Group: Teens (Grades 7-12) Class & Event Types: Books & More, Clubs & Communities, Games & Activities, Hobbies & Recreation, Homeschool Registration Required Event Details: Be a part of the decision making process at the Library. Help plan programs, give book recommendations, promote the library, and eat some snacks! Disclaimer(s) Accommodations If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.
6 pm	This event is in the "Kids" 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 "Tweens (Grades 4-8)" group This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group This event is in the "Families" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Family Fun: Globe Trotters 6:00pm–7:00pm Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Families, Everyone Middendorf-Kredell Branch Open Registration Required This event is in the "Kids" 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 "Tweens (Grades 4-8)" group This event is in the "Teens (Grades 7-12)" group This event is in the "Families" group This event is in the "Everyone" group Open Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch Room: Community Room A&B Age Group: Kids, Pre-K (Ages 3-5), Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Families, Everyone Class & Event Types: Arts & Crafts, Clubs & Communities, Evenings & Weekends, Games & Activities, History & Culture, Homeschool Registration Required Event Details: Explore the culture of Peru with hands-on activities, games, and crafts! We will learn fun facts, how to speak some unique words and phrases, and even try a local snack. 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 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 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 "Families" group Family Book Club: "Choose Your Own Adventure" and "Creepy Crayon!" 6:30pm–7:30pm Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Families Middendorf-Kredell Branch Open 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 "Families" group Open Library Branch: Middendorf-Kredell Branch Room: Community Room B Age Group: Kids, Early Elementary (Grades K-2), Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5), Tweens (Grades 4-8), Teens (Grades 7-12), Families Class & Event Types: Books & More, Clubs & Communities, Evenings & Weekends Registration Required Event Details: Pick up copies of this month's books at the Youth Services desk at the Middendorf-Kredell branch. 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 Everyone Please register each person attending the program or event regardless of age. Sponsored by Friends Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
7 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 Book Discussion: "Just Mercy: A Story of Justice and Redemption" by Bryan Stevenson 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Corporate Parkway Branch Open 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 Open Library Branch: Corporate Parkway Branch Room: Community Room A&B Age Group: Adults, Ages 18+, Ages 21+, Ages 55+ Class & Event Types: Books & More, Clubs & Communities, Evenings & Weekends Registration Required Event Details: Please pick up a copy of the book at the hosting branch. Copies are available starting one month prior to the discussion, while supplies last. "From one of the most brilliant and influential lawyers of our time comes an unforgettable true story about the redeeming potential of mercy. Disclaimer(s) Accommodations If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Library as soon as you are able. Sponsored by Friends Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

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