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Final Run Through of Bad Auditions for Bad Actors

Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
The Theater at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
Teens
Program Description:

Final run through of Bad Auditions for Bad Actors. 

Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: The Theater
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Performances
Program Description:

Final run through of Bad Auditions for Bad Actors. 

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Teen Theater Camp - Performance

Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
The Theater at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Description:

On this day, our Reader's Theater will be performing the one act play "Bad Auditions for Bad Actors" by Ian McWethy. 

Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: The Theater
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Performances
Program Description:

On this day, our Reader's Theater will be performing the one act play "Bad Auditions for Bad Actors" by Ian McWethy. 

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
woman on the bench with her back to us

Afternoon Tea Book Club

Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Book Clubs/Authors
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

Book Club sponsored by the Friends of the Library. For adults that enjoy reading a mix of adult and young adult books. Hosted by Carnegie Librarian Jenny Ellis. July's book is S...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs/Authors
Program Description:

Book Club sponsored by the Friends of the Library. For adults that enjoy reading a mix of adult and young adult books. Hosted by Carnegie Librarian Jenny Ellis.

July's book is Summer Book Club by Susan Mallery.

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Summer Storytime

Monday, July 29, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Storytime Room (Washington Park) at Washington Park Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Baby - Pre-K, Children
Program Description:

Need something fun to do with you kids this summer? Washington Park Library is taking story time out into our park! Come enjoy Summer Storytime with Miss Willa for an hour of stori...

Library Branch: Washington Park Library
Room: Storytime Room (Washington Park)
Age Group: Baby - Pre-K, Children
Program Type: Storytimes
Program Description:

Need something fun to do with you kids this summer? Washington Park Library is taking story time out into our park! Come enjoy Summer Storytime with Miss Willa for an hour of stories and activities.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Children 8 and under must always be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

Bird Feeder

Monday, July 29, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Storytime Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Program Description:

Do you like to watch birds in your yard? Come to the Downtown Library and make an egg carton bird feeder. Soon you will have lots of feathered friends visiting your yard for a snac...

Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Storytime Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Program Description:

Do you like to watch birds in your yard? Come to the Downtown Library and make an egg carton bird feeder. Soon you will have lots of feathered friends visiting your yard for a snack!

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. This program involves paint or other materials that can be messy. Please wear clothing that is okay to get stained. We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
examples of crafts

Crafternoon

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Carnegie Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Description:

Features different crafts each week.

Library Branch: Carnegie Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Program Description:

Features different crafts each week.

Disclaimer(s)

This program involves paint or other materials that can be messy. Please wear clothing that is okay to get stained.
Photo of Storytime Room at Washington Park Library

Tricky Tuesday!

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Storytime Room (Washington Park) at Washington Park Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Miscellaneous
Age Group:
Children
Program Description:

This week we will play BINGO for kids! Bring your game face, and get ready for fun, and winning cool prizes! 

Library Branch: Washington Park Library
Room: Storytime Room (Washington Park)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Miscellaneous
Program Description:

This week we will play BINGO for kids! Bring your game face, and get ready for fun, and winning cool prizes! 

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Children 8 and under must always be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

Friends Front Row Tuesday Night Movies

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
The Theater at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Description:

Our weekly movie event is hosted by professional movie critic Bob Shultz. This week’s movie is Migration (2023) 82 Minutes, PG.  Hard of hearing? We have t-coil loop...

Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: The Theater
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Movies
Program Description:

Our weekly movie event is hosted by professional movie critic Bob Shultz. This week’s movie is Migration (2023) 82 Minutes, PG. 

bookworm with a book

Summer Storytime

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Carnegie Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Baby - Pre-K
Program Description:

Walk, crawl or run for storytime at the Carnegie Library. Each session will end with a craft.

Library Branch: Carnegie Library
Age Group: Baby - Pre-K
Program Type: Storytimes
Program Description:

Walk, crawl or run for storytime at the Carnegie Library. Each session will end with a craft.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Children 8 and under must always be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

Unconventional Art Club

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Storytime Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Program Description:

Join us at the Downtown Library to design some wacky creations that you might not see in the average art class.

Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Storytime Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Program Description:

Join us at the Downtown Library to design some wacky creations that you might not see in the average art class.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Children 8 and under must always be accompanied by a parent or caregiver. This program involves paint or other materials that can be messy. Please wear clothing that is okay to get stained.
castle in Scotland

Virtual Murder, She Read: Cozy Mystery Book Discussion

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Virtual Branch
Program Type:
Book Clubs/Authors
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

Book Club sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Carnegie librarian Jenny Ellis will host the virtual cozy mystery book club Murder, She Read. July's book will be An American ...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs/Authors
Program Description:

Book Club sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Carnegie librarian Jenny Ellis will host the virtual cozy mystery book club Murder, She Read.

July's book will be An American in Scotland. The author will be joining us.

Washington Park Library Book Club: BYOBook Club

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Club Room at Washington Park Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs/Authors
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

BYOB: Bring your own books!  If you like to talk about books you are reading, join us for an informal discussion about what you have been reading.  Diana will have a show...

Library Branch: Washington Park Library
Room: Club Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs/Authors
Program Description:

BYOB: Bring your own books!  If you like to talk about books you are reading, join us for an informal discussion about what you have been reading.  Diana will have a show and tell about new and exciting books in the library that you can

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Summer Reading Ice Skating Party at Bode Ice Arena!

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Community Events
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Description:

Cool off with the staff from the St. Joseph Public Library for an end of Summer Reading Ice Skating Party at Bode Ice Arena.  Admission is free!  The fun is priceless!&nb...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Events
Program Description:

Cool off with the staff from the St. Joseph Public Library for an end of Summer Reading Ice Skating Party at Bode Ice Arena.  Admission is free!  The fun is priceless!  All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Pony Express Therapy Dogs logo (two dogs within an outline of Missouri)

Book Buddies Reading Dogs

Saturday, August 3, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Storytime Room (East Hills) at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children, All Ages
Program Description:

The Book Buddies Pony Express Therapy Dogs, in partnership with the East Hills Library, are offering children a way to improve their reading skills in a unique and fun environ...

Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: Storytime Room (East Hills)
Age Group: Children, All Ages
Program Type: Early Literacy
Program Description:

The Book Buddies Pony Express Therapy Dogs, in partnership with the East Hills Library, are offering children a way to improve their reading skills in a unique and fun environment.

Armchair Travel Series

Monday, August 5, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
The Theater at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

Go on a Scenic Cruise from our theater seats each first Monday of the summer months! We'll watch an episode of "Scenic Cruises of the World' and taste test some food from the place...

Required
Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: The Theater
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Program Description:

Go on a Scenic Cruise from our theater seats each first Monday of the summer months! We'll watch an episode of "Scenic Cruises of the World' and taste test some food from the places we 'traveled' on our armchair adventure.

Switch it Up - Super Smash Bros

Monday, August 5, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Owen Meeting Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Games/Gaming
Age Group:
Teens
Program Description:

Join us to play games on the switch!  This week we will be doing a Super Smash Bros Tournament

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games/Gaming
Program Description:

Join us to play games on the switch! 

This week we will be doing a Super Smash Bros Tournament

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Puzzle Swap

Monday, August 5, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Games/Gaming
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages
Program Description:

Do you love to do jigsaw puzzles? We do too! But what do you do with the ones you have completed? Now's your chance to swap some you have done with some new to you puzzles at this ...

Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Games/Gaming
Program Description:

Do you love to do jigsaw puzzles? We do too! But what do you do with the ones you have completed? Now's your chance to swap some you have done with some new to you puzzles at this puzzle swap!

Photo of Storytime Room at Washington Park Library

Tricky Tuesday!

Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Storytime Room (Washington Park) at Washington Park Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Miscellaneous
Age Group:
Children
Program Description:

If you and your child enjoy crafts, games, movies and a variety of fun activities, get to Washington Park Library for Tricky Tuesday! 

Library Branch: Washington Park Library
Room: Storytime Room (Washington Park)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Miscellaneous
Program Description:

If you and your child enjoy crafts, games, movies and a variety of fun activities, get to Washington Park Library for Tricky Tuesday! 

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Children 8 and under must always be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

Friends Front Row Tuesday Night Movies

Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
The Theater at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Description:

Our weekly movie event is hosted by professional movie critic Bob Shultz. This week’s movie is Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire (2024) 125 Minutes, PG-13.  Hard of h...

Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: The Theater
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Movies
Program Description:

Our weekly movie event is hosted by professional movie critic Bob Shultz. This week’s movie is Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire (2024) 125 Minutes, PG-13. 

Pre-K Play

Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Storytime Room (East Hills) at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
Baby - Pre-K
Program Description:

Children aged 0-6 and their caregivers are invited to learn and play together in the East Hills Storytime Room with the early literacy toy collection. In addition, we will sing son...

Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: Storytime Room (East Hills)
Age Group: Baby - Pre-K
Program Type: Early Literacy
Program Description:

Children aged 0-6 and their caregivers are invited to learn and play together in the East Hills Storytime Room with the early literacy toy collection.

Summer Storytime

Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Baby - Pre-K, Children
Program Description:

Children ages birth to 8 and their grown-ups are invited to come and join the fun! We will enjoy some stories and a craft at the Downtown Library.

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Storytime Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Baby - Pre-K, Children
Program Type: Storytimes
Program Description:

Children ages birth to 8 and their grown-ups are invited to come and join the fun! We will enjoy some stories and a craft at the Downtown Library.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Children 8 and under must always be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

Postal Club / Club Postal

Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Owen Meeting Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Community Events, Diversity, Hobbies, Miscellaneous
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

Before Facebook and email, we enjoyed exchanging letters and postcards with penpals around the world. There's something to be said for putting pen to paper and saying hello to some...

Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Events, Diversity, Hobbies, Miscellaneous
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Program Description:

Before Facebook and email, we enjoyed exchanging letters and postcards with penpals around the world. There's something to be said for putting pen to paper and saying hello to someone in a faraway land.

Teens Hangout

Friday, August 9, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
The Theater at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games/Gaming, Movies
Age Group:
Teens
Program Description:

Teens! Come hang out in a casual atmosphere on the second Friday of the summer months. There will be various activities available to choose from including video games, board games,...

Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: The Theater
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games/Gaming, Movies
Program Description:

Teens! Come hang out in a casual atmosphere on the second Friday of the summer months. There will be various activities available to choose from including video games, board games, cartoons, movies, and/or crafts. Snacks provided!

Teens Ultimate S'more Showdown

Saturday, August 10, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Owen Meeting Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Teens
Program Description:

Gather your friends and spend some time together around the FAKE fire and listen to "Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark" while you make elevated s'mores. Come celebrate National S'm...

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cooking
Program Description:

Gather your friends and spend some time together around the FAKE fire and listen to "Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark" while you make elevated s'mores. Come celebrate National S'mores day with us.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. This program involves paint or other materials that can be messy. Please wear clothing that is okay to get stained. We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.