St Louis County Library

Friday, February 3, 10:00 a.m. - Florissant Valley
Meet Shane Evans and Olu
NAACP Image Award winner Shane Evans will be enlightening students of all ages through his art, music, and stories of how he has been able to creatively inspire adults and children worldwide. Recommended for grades 3 and up. Registration required. Space is limited. Groups must speak to hosting branch for registration.
 

Friday, February 3, 7:00-9:00 p.m. - Headquarters
"Wanted: A Few Good Men" presented by the Black Rep
From Obama to JFK, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. to Malcolm X, Frederick Douglas to Abraham Lincoln, Marvin Gaye to Tupac Shakur, this production presents and explores some of the great men - politicians, religious leaders and artists - who have impacted the African American experience and our society in general. Recommended for ages 12 and up.

Saturday, February 4, 1:00-4:00 p.m., Florissant Valley
"Olu's Dream...the Mini Musical"
Today we are taking Shane Evan's book "Olu's Dream" from the page to the stage. Students interested in art, theater, and music will not want to miss this one-of-a-kind workshop that will end in the production of a mini musical. Attendees will have the opportunity to collaborate with Shane Evans, who has many years experience working with a variety of authors and celebrities. Registration required. Space is limited. Groups must speak to hosting branch for registration.

Friday, February 10, 6:00-9:00 p.m. - Florissant Valley
Tribute to Blues in St. Louis
Blues is the foundation of much of the music we hear today. Tonight we pay tribute to the blues with live music, light refreshments, and information on the variety of blues events in the St. Louis area. Registration requested.

Saturday, February 25, 1:00-3:00 p.m. - Lewis and Clark
St. Louis County Library Gift of Gospel Celebration
Clap your hands, stomp your feet, and raise your voice as we celebrate gospel music through song, instrumental music, and dance. Come and enjoy a myriad of gospel artists who will leave you feeling encouraged and inspired. Refreshments will be served.

Monday, March 5, 7:00 p.m. - Headquarters
Julie Winch, "The Clamorgans: One Family's History of Race in America" Presented by the St. Louis County Library Special Collections
Department Historian Julie Winch uses the history of the Clamorgans of St. Louis to chronicle how one family navigated race in America from the 1780s through the 1950s. "The Clamorgans" is the true story of a multiracial dynasty whose enterprising members negotiated the fluid notion of race to further their own interests.

Friday, March 16, 7:00-9:00 p.m. - Headquarters
Children's Author Kadir Nelson
Kadir Nelson is an award-winning American artist whose works have been exhibited in major national and international publications, institutions, art galleries, and museums. Nelson has also gained acclaim for the artwork he has contributed to several New York Times best-selling picture books including his authorial debut, "We Are The Ship: The Story of Negro League Baseball," winner of the Coretta Scott King and Robert F. Sibert Awards. Nelson's most recent literary effort, "Heart and Soul: The Story of America and African-Americans," was published by HarperCollins in the fall of 2011.

African Dance
Tiffany Scott and the African American Ensemble will take you on a journey through the rich history and traditions of the people of Africa. The audience will experience live drummers and traditional African garments in this program. All ages.

Saturday, February 4, 3:00 p.m. - Bridgeton Trails
Monday, February 6, 6:00 p.m. - Lewis & Clark
Wednesday, February 8, 7:00 p.m. - Headquarters
Thursday, February 9, 7:00 p.m. - Thornhill
Saturday, February 11, 2:00 p.m. - Jamestown Bluffs
Monday, February 13, 6:30 p.m. - Eureka Hills
Saturday, February 18, 2:00 p.m. - Tesson Ferry
Wednesday, February 22, 6:30 p.m. - Natural Bridge
Saturday, February 25, 2:00 p.m. - Samuel C. Sachs

African Storytelling & Percussion-COCA
Enjoy this integrated storytelling and musical performance with audience interaction. Mtendaji has been teaching music, storytelling and dance throughout the St. Louis area for 16 years through Springboard to Learning and COCA. He is an accomplished musician and performer of West African and Caribbean percussion instruments. All ages.

Monday, February 13, 6:30 p.m. - Florissant Valley
Wednesday, February 22, 6:30 p.m. - Prairie Commons
Saturday, February 25, 2:00 p.m.  - Indian Trails
Monday, February 27, 7:00 p.m. - Mid-County

The Three Billy Goats Gruff Meet the Mysterious Creature - Story Time Puppets
This version of "The Three Billy Goats Gruff" is about a creature that runs the mean, evil troll from the bridge. Three clever goats outsmart the mysterious creature; and the troll learns how it's not a good feeling to be afraid. Come and enjoy the puppet show with Papa and Jackie Wright presenting the program. Audience participation encouraged. All ages.

Wednesday, February 1, 6:30 p.m. - Rock Road
Monday, February 6, 6:30 p.m. - Daniel Boone
Wednesday, February 8, 6:30 p.m. - Cliff Cave
Monday, February 13, 6:00 p.m. - Grand Glaize
Wednesday, February 15, 6:00 p.m. - Oak Bend