Route 66 Celebration Held at Eureka Hills Branch
The Eureka Hills Branch of the St. Louis County Library will host a Route 66 Celebration on Friday, June 26 at 6:00 p.m. The event will celebrate 100 years of Route 66 with a vintage car meet, plus family-friendly activities inside and outside the library. The Eureka Hills Branch is located at 500 Workman Rd. in Eureka, MO. The event is free and open to the public. Individuals who wish to participate in the car meet must register their vehicle in advance to guarantee a parking spot: https://www.slcl.org/events/route-66-car-meet
The Route 66 Celebration will include live music from Circle the Wagons and refreshments provided by Knights of Columbus Council 3511 (while supplies last). Activities include yard games, photo and selfie stations, a scavenger hunt, a movie viewing of “Cars,” crafts and more.
Additionally, the branch has Route 66–themed programs scheduled throughout the summer, including:
Tuesday, June 30, 6:00 p.m.
Route 66 in Nearby Illinois
Presented by Douglas Schneider
Did you know that Route 66 is well-marked in the state of Illinois? Learn what you can see in Illinois from the Chain of Rocks Bridge to Springfield and more. Adults. Registration recommended.
Saturday, July 11, 1:00 p.m.
DIY "Drive-In" Movie: Cars
Join us for a unique movie experience where kids can build their own cardboard-box cars and "drive-in" to watch Cars on the big screen in their new custom rides. MPAA rating: G. Running time: 116 minutes. All ages. Registration required.
Tuesday, July 14, 6:00 p.m.
How Innovators Brought a Dead Highway Back to Life
Presented by Douglas Schneider
The Federal Government wiped Route 66 off the map in 1985 but it remains the most famous road in the world. Learn about the innovators who brought Route 66 back to life, person by person and town by town. Adults. Registration recommended.
Tuesday, July 28, 6:00 p.m.
The Centennial of Route 66
Presented by Douglas Schneider
Route 66 is turning 100 this year! Learn about the history of this iconic highway and how it shaped our history. Adults. Registration recommended.
Friday, August 14, 2:00 p.m.
The Mother Road over the Meramec
Presented by Missouri State Parks
Learn how the nationally recognized Meramec River U.S 66 bridge shaped Missouri’s stretch of Route 66, and its evolution to present day. All ages. Registration required.
Friday, August 21, 6:00 p.m.
Jigsaw Puzzle Tournament: Get your kicks on Route 66
Teams of 2-4 players will have two hours to assemble a puzzle. The first team to finish the puzzle or with the fewest puzzle pieces wins! Refreshments provided. Only team captains need to register. All ages. Registration required.
Media inquiries should be directed to Jennifer McBride, Assistant Director, Communications at 314-994-3300 ext. 2250 or jmcbride@slcl.org.