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St. Louis County Library is offering a unique opportunity for teens to become safe and successful babysitters through the Safe Sitter® program. Teens ages 12–16 can build childcare, first aid and CPR skills through the Safe Sitter workshops held at the Library, while also learning key business skills to help them stand out and earn babysitting jobs with confidence. SLCL is hosting free Safe Sitter workshops once a month throughout 2026 at various branches.

America 250 features engaging author talks, history programs, genealogy workshops, and hands-on activities that bring history to life for all ages. Join us to explore the people, stories, and ideas that helped shape a nation and continue to inspire it today.

Practice reading skills and build confidence with Gateway to Reading Readalongs. Backed by the science of reading, these all-in-one print and audiobooks use narration to support readers in sounding out words.

The Explore! series helps kids discover new interests through engaging programs. Presenters include Missouri Botanical Garden, Mad Science, Missouri State Parks, The Magic House and more!

We are thrilled to announce that construction on a new Chesterfield branch will begin in 2026. The current Samuel C. Sachs Branch will close for construction on January 31. A new 20,700 square foot building will be built on the existing site. Preliminary plans include a coffee shop, a dynamic children’s space, a teen area, a larger community meeting room, 8 study rooms, an outdoor patio and enhanced reading garden. The new branch is expected to open in 2027. Patron holds will be sent to the Thornhill Branch during construction.

Join the Winter Reading Challenge from January 2-February 28! All ages can participate. Complete at least 5 activities to be entered in an electronic prize raffle.