Program sites are accessible. With at least two weeks' notice, accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities. Call 314-994-3300, contact us.
NOTICE TO VIRTUAL PROGRAM PARTICIPANTS:
In order to continue providing access to Library programs through Zoom, the Library was required to consent to Zoom’s educational data collection practices. By participating in virtual Library programs through Zoom, you are consenting to Zoom’s collection and use of the personal information described in Zoom’s Educational Privacy Statement. If you do not wish for Zoom to collect or use personal information from you and/or your child(ren), do not participate in this virtual Library program.
By registering and participating in the Library’s virtual program, you understand that the video and audio content is streamed to other participants if your microphone or video camera are on. Anyone under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian’s permission to participate and anyone age 9 or younger must have direct adult supervision for the duration of the program.
Did you miss one of our recent virtual programs? Check out our YouTube channel to watch a replay of select programs.
Come explore the children’s space for a special browsing hour. Read, check out materials, and play in the Discovery Zone.
Exclusively for children with special needs and their families. Enter on the lower level.
Explore the children's space for a special browsing hour. Read, check out materials and play in the Discovery Zone.
Exclusively for children with sensory sensitivities and their families.
June 1-June 30, All day
Write in something that makes you proud and unique to add to our wall. In celebration of Pride month.
All ages.
Write in something that makes you proud and unique to add to our wall. In celebration of Pride Month.
All ages.
Embark on a scavenger hunt of influential LGBTQ+ figures for a chance to win a prize. In celebration of Pride Month.
All ages.
Let your baby explore the world through sensory play in a relaxed group setting. Ages 0-24 months. Meeting Room 1.
Learn the basics of navigating a spreadsheet, including entering, editing and deleting data using Microsoft Office Excel 2016.
Registration required.
Prerequisites: Word II or equivalent experience.
Become more familiar with the Internet, navigating websites and Google search, storing bookmarks and printing.
Registration required.
Prerequisites: Intro to Computers II or equivalent experience.
Get ready for tons of soapy fun.
Ages 0-5.
Meet other players and improve your chess skills.
All ages.
Meet other players and improve your chess skills.
All ages.
Join us for stories, songs, games and crafts.
Ages 2-7. Registration recommended.
Get ready for energetic games and activities at the library. Ages 6-12. Registration required.
Celebrate love of all types in this LGBTQ+ story time. Ages 3-7. Registration required.
Let your child explore the world through play-centered, child-led activities. Ages 2-5. Registration recommended.
Sponsored by the St. Louis Genealogical Society. Did you know that St. Charles was Missouri’s first capital city? That Daniel Boone and Lewis and Clark have ties to the city? The history of St. Charles goes back hundreds of years, and the society’s website may help you discover your own ancestors’ stories. Through examples of his personal research, Greg Hilton, member of the SCCHS, will show how using the society’s website can point you to some amazing original records. Adults.
Get guidance from an End-of-Life Doula on how to prepare for your final exit.
Adults. Registration recommended.
Practice yoga stretches to relieve stress, increase strength and improve flexibility. Beginners welcome. Please dress comfortably. Bringing your own mat or towel is optional.
All ages. Registration required.
In honor of National Gardening Week, plant a succulent garden in a mug to share or to keep. We will have a variety of mugs and plants available.
Presented by Kidz Code Join us for an interactive learning program designed to introduce you to the basics of coding and coding library resources. Through fun and engaging activities, you will learn some Python programming in a beginner-friendly environment. Ages 8-12. Registration required.
Share, discuss and edit your recent work with fellow teen writers.
Ages 13-18.
Registration required. Participants will receive Zoom information via email immediately after registering.
In a 5th Edition Dungeons and Dragons One-Shot, players will fight alongside Robin Hood and his Merry Men against the dastardly Sheriff of Nottingham. Character sheets will be provided, no experience required and spectators are welcome.
Ages 12-17. Registration Required.
Drink tea, learn, create and experience. This month will feature Friendship Tea. Adults. Registration required.
Enjoy a musical afternoon at the library with a concert featuring CHARIS St. Louis Women's Chorus. CHARIS is a diverse group of singers united in our mission to perform music that celebrates and encourages women and the LGBTQ+ community. In celebration of Pride Month. All ages. Meeting Room 1.
Explore basic formulas and functions in a spreadsheet using Microsoft Office Excel 2016. Printing options will also be covered.
Registration required.
Prerequisites: Excel I or equivalent experience.
Get an introduction to tabletop games in our collection and choose some to play together.
Adults. Registration required.
Have fun building with LEGOs. We’ll provide the LEGOs, you provide the creativity!
Ages 6-12. Registration required.
Have fun building with LEGOs. We'll provide the LEGOs, you provide the creativity! Ages 5-12.
Have fun building with LEGOs. We’ll provide the LEGOs, you provide the creativity!
Ages 6-12.
Calling all budding witches and wizards to explore the wizarding world.
Ages 10-17. Registration required.
Come celebrate the end of Droughtlander with games, food, and prizes inspired by the beloved series. We'll have a green screen available for pics. Registration Required.
Bring family pictures and put together scrapbook pages to preserve your memories.
Adults. Registration required.
Presented by St. Louis School of Arms
Enjoy an informative and entertaining demonstration of 500-year-old swordplay from the Italian Renaissance.
All ages. Groups, please contact hosting branch for registration and to inquire about space availability for all summer programs.