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Friends Front Row Tuesday Night Movies

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
The Theater at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Adults

Our weekly movie event is hosted by professional movie critic Bob Shultz. This week’s movie is The Naked Gun (1988) 1 Hour 25 Minutes, PG-13. 

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

Our weekly movie event is hosted by professional movie critic Bob Shultz. This week’s movie is The Naked Gun (1988) 1 Hour 25 Minutes, PG-13. 

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

Toddler Time

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Storytime Room (East Hills) at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Baby - Pre-K

Bring your wiggly toddlers to a storytime designed just for them!

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

Bring your wiggly toddlers to a storytime designed just for them!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Seed Starting Workshop

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
The Theater at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Lectures/Speakers
Age Group:
Adults

Are you tired of paying top dollar for your flower and vegetable plants for your home garden? Come learn how to start your own seeds from Master Gardener, Todd Higgins, Field Specialist in Horticulture for MU Extension. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: The Theater
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lectures/Speakers
Registration Required
Program Description:

Are you tired of paying top dollar for your flower and vegetable plants for your home garden? Come learn how to start your own seeds from Master Gardener, Todd Higgins, Field Specialist in Horticulture for MU Extension. 

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

Spring Storytime

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Storytime Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Baby - Pre-K, Children
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Storytime Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Baby - Pre-K, Children
Program Type: Storytimes

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 "Adults" group

Coffee & Puzzles @ Washington Park Library

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Washington Park Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Miscellaneous
Age Group:
Adults

Join us at Washington Park Library for a cozy hangout - puzzles, hot drinks, and cookies included!

Library Branch: Washington Park Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Miscellaneous
Program Description:

Join us at Washington Park Library for a cozy hangout - puzzles, hot drinks, and cookies included!

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
This event is in the "Teens" group

Fiction Addiction Writing Club for Teens

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Owen Meeting Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens

Do you love to write and want to foster that love with others who love the same? Join us for Fiction Addiction writing club.

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

Do you love to write and want to foster that love with others who love the same? Join us for Fiction Addiction writing club.

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 "Children" group

LEGO Club

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Age Group:
Children

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 - Taking a "Stab" at Love in St. Joe

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
The Theater at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Lectures/Speakers
Age Group:
Adults

Your resident Spooky Girls, Jenna and Marina, are back with harrowing tales of tumultuous love turned deadly for this bloody Valentine's season.

Library Branch: East Hills Library
Room: The Theater
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lectures/Speakers
Program Description:

Your resident Spooky Girls, Jenna and Marina, are back with harrowing tales of tumultuous love turned deadly for this bloody Valentine's season.

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

Pre-K Play

Friday, February 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Storytime Room (East Hills) at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
Baby - Pre-K

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.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Afternoon Tea Book Club

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Book Clubs/Authors
Age Group:
Adults

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.

February's book is The Spellshop by Sarah Beth Durst. 

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.

February's book is The Spellshop by Sarah Beth Durst. 

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

Baby Signs Class

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Storytime Room (East Hills) at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy, Storytimes
Age Group:
Baby - Pre-K

Your baby has A LOT to say! With just a few easy-to-learn American Sign Language signs, you can start communicating with your preverbal baby.

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

Your baby has A LOT to say! With just a few easy-to-learn American Sign Language signs, you can start communicating with your preverbal baby.

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

Storytime - Snowmen!

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Storytime Room (Washington Park) at Washington Park Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
Baby - Pre-K

Join us for Storytime, where little listeners will cuddle up for a fun-filled story and then bring the tale to life with a hands-on craft adventure! Perfect for tiny hands and big imaginations. Ages 0-6.

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

Join us for Storytime, where little listeners will cuddle up for a fun-filled story and then bring the tale to life with a hands-on craft adventure! Perfect for tiny hands and big imaginations. Ages 0-6.

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 "Adults" group

Friends Book Club Downtown

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Owen Meeting Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs/Authors
Age Group:
Adults

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 Erika for more information at

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Owen Meeting 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 Erika for more information at

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

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Storytime Room (East Hills) at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Baby - Pre-K

Get ready to sing, dance, read, and have so much fun with Ms. Misty for preschool Storytime at the East Hills Library!

Activities will be geared toward ages 3-6.

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

Get ready to sing, dance, read, and have so much fun with Ms. Misty for preschool Storytime at the East Hills Library!

Activities will be geared toward ages 3-6.

This event is in the "Children" group

Tricky Tuesday - Kindness!

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Storytime Room (Washington Park) at Washington Park Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Early Literacy
Age Group:
Children

This week we will be reading stories featuring Kindness and then making a kindness themed craft! If you and your child enjoy a variety of games, crafts, and activities, join us every week for Tricky Tuesday!

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

This week we will be reading stories featuring Kindness and then making a kindness themed craft! If you and your child enjoy a variety of games, crafts, and activities, join us every week for Tricky Tuesday!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Friends Front Row Tuesday Night Movies

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
The Theater at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Adults

Our weekly movie event is hosted by professional movie critic Bob Shultz. This week’s movie is F1 (2025) 2 Hours, 36 Minutes, PG-13. 

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

Our weekly movie event is hosted by professional movie critic Bob Shultz. This week’s movie is F1 (2025) 2 Hours, 36 Minutes, PG-13. 

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

Toddler Time

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Storytime Room (East Hills) at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Baby - Pre-K

Bring your wiggly toddlers to a storytime designed just for them!

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

Bring your wiggly toddlers to a storytime designed just for them!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Virtual Murder, She Read: Cozy Mystery Book Discussion

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Carnegie Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs/Authors
Age Group:
Adults

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

February's book will be Trebled Waters by Leah Dobrinksa. The author will be joining us.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Carnegie Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs/Authors
Registration Required
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.

February's book will be Trebled Waters by Leah Dobrinksa. The author will be joining us.

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

Spring Storytime

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Storytime Room (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Baby - Pre-K, Children
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Storytime Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Baby - Pre-K, Children
Program Type: Storytimes

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
This event is in the "Adults" group

Mosaic Coasters!

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Storytime Room (Washington Park) at Washington Park Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join us to craft a mosaic coaster masterpiece using ceramic tile and broken plates. All supplies provided. Spots are limited - register below.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Washington Park Library
Room: Storytime Room (Washington Park)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Program Description:

Join us to craft a mosaic coaster masterpiece using ceramic tile and broken plates. All supplies provided. Spots are limited - register below.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Casual Commander Club

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Games/Gaming
Age Group:
Adults

This is a club for all those who love Magic the Gathering! Bring your own Magic the Gathering commander format* deck to battle and destroy your friends and strangers!

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

This is a club for all those who love Magic the Gathering! Bring your own Magic the Gathering commander format* deck to battle and destroy your friends and strangers!

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Club Room at Washington Park Library
Program Type:
Miscellaneous
Age Group:
All Ages

Monthly meeting of the SJPL Board of Trustees.

Library Branch: Washington Park Library
Room: Club Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Miscellaneous
Program Description:

Monthly meeting of the SJPL Board of Trustees.

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.
We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
This event is in the "Baby - Pre-K" group

Pre-K Play

Friday, February 27, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Storytime Room (East Hills) at East Hills Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
Baby - Pre-K

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.

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.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Noche de Cine en Familia (Family Movie Night): Super Mario Bros.: la película

Friday, February 27, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
The Theater at East Hills Library
Program Type:
En Español, Movies
Age Group:
All Ages

Acompáñanos a ver Super Mario Bros.: la película (2023), película de comedia familiar con clasificación PG.

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

Acompáñanos a ver Super Mario Bros.: la película (2023), película de comedia familiar con clasificación PG.