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St. Louisans will have a unique opportunity to help select the new St. Louis County Library bookmobile design during National Library Week, April 6-12. The bookmobile, sponsored by the James S. McDonnell Family Foundation, is the fourth new bookmobile to join the SLCL fleet this year. Voting on the new bookmobile design will take place on the SLCL Instagram account (@stlouiscountylibrary) or you can pick up a paper ballot at your local branch. The bookmobile design with the most votes will roll out later this year!

In celebration of National Poetry Month, submit your original poems for inclusion in the St. Louis County Library poetry compilation available in the eMedia collection. Ages 7 and up are invited to participate.

Dyslexia Kits now available for in branch use or to check out. Each kit contains a reading pen with a text-to-speech scanner, colored overlays for print and screen reading, and guided reading strips.

Join us for a fun and interactive gaming experience presented by the BGG Foundation. A range of activities will be offered from the newest consoles to virtual reality. Whether you’re a casual gamer, an avid gamer, or new to the gaming world, this program is tailored to create an inclusive and enjoyable environment for all. These programs are recommended for ages 11-18. Registration is required.

St. Louis County Library will host a Community Autism Expo on Saturday, April 5 from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. at the Clark Family Branch. The Expo will provide information for families with children on the autism spectrum. Representatives from over 40 area organizations will be on hand to discuss their services, and library staff will share resources available at the library. The Expo is free and open to the public.

Toniebox and the Yoto Kits are now available to check out! These screen-free audio players are pre-loaded with songs and stories designed for kids and youth.