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Astronaut adventures

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Storytime Room (East Hills) at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Miscellaneous
Age Group:
Children
Program Description:

Explore space related activities in this Astronaut Adventure program.  We'll visit different 'space' stations including an astronaut training obstacle course, crafts, games...

Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: Storytime Room (East Hills)
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Miscellaneous
Program Description:

Explore space related activities in this Astronaut Adventure program. 

We'll visit different 'space' stations including an astronaut training obstacle course, crafts, games and snacks.

This event is in the "Baby - Pre-K" group.

Summer Storytime

Wednesday, July 17, 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Anime Club

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
The Theater at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Movies
Age Group:
Teens
Program Description:

Can't get enough Anime? Meet at the library for two hours of socializing and communally enjoying your shared passion of Anime! For ages 12-17, no registration required.

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

Can't get enough Anime? Meet at the library for two hours of socializing and communally enjoying your shared passion of Anime!

For ages 12-17, no registration required.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Touch-A-Truck

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
East Hills Library
Program Type:
Community Events
Age Group:
Children, All Ages
Program Description:

Get up close and personal with cool trucks, big vehicles, and meet some of our community helpers at our Touch-A-Truck event! We'll be set up across from the East Hills Library.&nbs...

Library Branch: East Hills Library
Age Group: Children, All Ages
Program Type: Community Events
Program Description:

Get up close and personal with cool trucks, big vehicles, and meet some of our community helpers at our Touch-A-Truck event! We'll be set up across from the East Hills Library. 

Don't forget your sunscreen!

For all ages.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

A+ Readers

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Storytime Room (East Hills) at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy, Volunteer Opportunity
Age Group:
Children, Teens
Program Description:

Parents! Do you have a young child who would like practice reading over the summer with a Teen Mentor? Check out our new program called A+ Readers! Each Thursday from 2-4 p.m. in J...

Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: Storytime Room (East Hills)
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Early Literacy, Volunteer Opportunity
Program Description:

Parents! Do you have a young child who would like practice reading over the summer with a Teen Mentor? Check out our new program called A+ Readers! Each Thursday from 2-4 p.m.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Paint with Gems

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Storytime Room (Washington Park) at Washington Park Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens
Program Description:

Teens ages 13-18 are invited to join us at Washington Park Library for the ever popular 'diamond painting'. We will have enough supplies provided for one project each. *Registratio...

Required
Library Branch: Washington Park Library
Room: Storytime Room (Washington Park)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Program Description:

Teens ages 13-18 are invited to join us at Washington Park Library for the ever popular 'diamond painting'. We will have enough supplies provided for one project each. *Registration is required

This event is in the "Children" group.

Lego Club

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Age Group:
Children
Program Description:

Join us for Lego Club at the East Hills Library! Come meet with fellow LEGO enthusiasts each month for various LEGO challenges. Can you build it? For grades K and up.

Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Program Description:

Join us for Lego Club at the East Hills Library! Come meet with fellow LEGO enthusiasts each month for various LEGO challenges. Can you build it?

For grades K and up.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

True Crime Time: St. Joe's Murderous Past

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Board Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Lectures/Speakers, Local History/Genealogy, Miscellaneous
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

This month, Marina Trifan shares stories she's found in her studies of St. Joseph's deceased that led her to discover murders most foul.  Join us each month to learn about ...

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lectures/Speakers, Local History/Genealogy, Miscellaneous
Program Description:

This month, Marina Trifan shares stories she's found in her studies of St. Joseph's deceased that led her to discover murders most foul. 

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 event is in the "Baby - Pre-K" group.

Messy Munchkins

Friday, July 19, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
East Hills Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Early Literacy
Age Group:
Baby - Pre-K
Program Description:

Children ages 2-6 years and their grown-ups can learn while playing at our weekly Messy Munchkins sessions in June and July. Each week we’ll have child-directed play time where lit...

Library Branch: East Hills Library
Age Group: Baby - Pre-K
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Early Literacy
Program Description:

Children ages 2-6 years and their grown-ups can learn while playing at our weekly Messy Munchkins sessions in June and July.

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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Tea Time with Jenny

Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Carnegie Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

Bring your own craft (crochet, cross-stitch, knitting, etc) to work on while sipping tea.

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

Bring your own craft (crochet, cross-stitch, knitting, etc) to work on while sipping tea.

This event is in the "Children" group.

STEAM Saturday: Ice Cream Taste Test

Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Makerspace at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Age Group:
Children
Program Description:

Get ready for National Ice Cream Day with an Ice Cream Taste Test. We'll make our own vanilla ice cream, then taste test several flavors as well, including astronaut ice cream. Whi...

Required
Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Program Description:

Get ready for National Ice Cream Day with an Ice Cream Taste Test. We'll make our own vanilla ice cream, then taste test several flavors as well, including astronaut ice cream. Which will be best?

Registration required. For grades K-8.

This event is in the "Baby - Pre-K" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Summer Storytime

Monday, July 22, 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.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Local History Scavenger Hunts

07/22/2024 @ 10:30am to 07/27/2024 @ 11:30am
Virtual Branch
Program Type:
Local History/Genealogy
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Description:

Join us for the 6th Annual Local History Week! We will be running two scavenger hunts all week.    Cemetery Scavenger Hunt Local History Scavenger Hunt

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Branch
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Local History/Genealogy
Program Description:

Join us for the 6th Annual Local History Week! We will be running two scavenger hunts all week. 

 

Cemetery Scavenger Hunt

Local History Scavenger Hunt

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Theater Camp - Reader's Theater

Monday, July 22, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
The Theater at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
Teens
Program Description:

This whole week, we will be rehearsing "Bad Auditions for Bad Actors" by Ian McWethy. This 40 minute play will be performed at 3:30 P.M Saturday July 27th, 2024.  A Reader'...

Required
Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: The Theater
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Performances
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Program Description:

This whole week, we will be rehearsing "Bad Auditions for Bad Actors" by Ian McWethy.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Friends Book Club Downtown

Monday, July 22, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Board Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs/Authors
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

Do you love reading?  Do you enjoy talking about what you're reading?  You should join us for our Friends Book Club Downtown.  The fourth Monday of every month will ...

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs/Authors
Program Description:

Do you love reading?  Do you enjoy talking about what you're reading?  You should join us for our Friends Book Club Downtown.  The fourth Monday of every month will discuss a different title.  Call Chelsea for more information

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Crafternoon

Tuesday, July 23, 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Theater Camp - Reader's Theater

Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
The Theater at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
Teens
Program Description:

This whole week, we will be rehearsing "Bad Auditions for Bad Actors" by Ian McWethy. This 40 minute play will be performed at 3:30 P.M Saturday July 27th, 2024.  A Reader'...

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

This whole week, we will be rehearsing "Bad Auditions for Bad Actors" by Ian McWethy.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Tricky Tuesday!

Tuesday, July 23, 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.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Friends Front Row Tuesday Night Movies

Tuesday, July 23, 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 The Great Outdoors (1988) 92 Minutes, PG.  Hard of hearing? We have t-...

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 The Great Outdoors (1988) 92 Minutes, PG. 

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Animal adventures with Ms. Sarah

Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
East Hills Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Children, All Ages
Program Description:

Join Ms. Sarah for an interactive program learning about animals you may see in Missouri. There will not be live animals, but there will be pelts to touch, skulls and antlers, and ...

Library Branch: East Hills Library
Age Group: Children, All Ages
Program Type: STEAM
Program Description:

Join Ms. Sarah for an interactive program learning about animals you may see in Missouri. There will not be live animals, but there will be pelts to touch, skulls and antlers, and animal tracks impressions.

This event is in the "Baby - Pre-K" group.

Summer Storytime

Wednesday, July 24, 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Theater Camp - Reader's Theater

Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
The Theater at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
Teens
Program Description:

This whole week, we will be rehearsing "Bad Auditions for Bad Actors" by Ian McWethy. This 40 minute play will be performed at 3:30 P.M Saturday July 27th, 2024.  A Reader'...

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

This whole week, we will be rehearsing "Bad Auditions for Bad Actors" by Ian McWethy.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Spanish Club for Adults

Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Board Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Diversity, Miscellaneous
Age Group:
Adults
Program Description:

Do you want to be able to practice Spanish in a judgment-free setting? This will be an immersive language club for adults, perfect for people who know some Spanish, but are afraid ...

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Diversity, Miscellaneous
Program Description:

Do you want to be able to practice Spanish in a judgment-free setting?

This event is in the "Children" group.

4H STEAM Fun: It's Sew Cool!

Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Owen Meeting Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Children
Program Description:

Come create something unique while learning basic sewing skills. We'll give new meaning to 'leaving you in stitches!' Full STEAM ahead to the Library for Summer fun! This program i...

Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Program Description:

Come create something unique while learning basic sewing skills. We'll give new meaning to 'leaving you in stitches!' Full STEAM ahead to the Library for Summer fun! This program is provided in part by MU Extension.

 

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.