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MAY | JUNE 2019 Vol. 3 Issue 3

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Director’s Note MAY | JUNE 2019

Branch Locations & Phone Numbers

� AUGUSTA BRANCH198 Jackson St, Augusta - (636) 228-4855

� BOONE’S TRAIL BRANCH10 Fiddlecreek Ridge Rd, Wentzville - (636) 398-6200

� CORPORATE PARKWAY BRANCH1200 Corporate Pkwy, Wentzville - (636) 332-8280

� DEER RUN BRANCH1300 North Main, O’Fallon - (636) 978-3251

� LIBRARY EXPRESS at DISCOVERY VILLAGE

378 Shadow Pines Drive, Wentzville - (636) 332-6476

� KATHRYN LINNEMANN BRANCH2323 Elm Street, St. Charles - (636) 946-6294

� KISKER ROAD BRANCH1000 Kisker Road, St. Charles - (636) 926-7323

� McCLAY BRANCH2760 McClay Road, St. Charles - (636) 441-7577

� MIDDENDORF-KREDELL BRANCH2750 Hwy. K, O’Fallon 63368 - (636) 978-7926

� PORTAGE DES SIOUX BRANCH1825 Commonfield Road, Portage Des Sioux - (636) 753-3070

� SPENCER ROAD BRANCH 427 Spencer Road, St. Peters - (636) 441-0522

� LIBRARY EXPRESS at WINGHAVEN®

7435 Village Ctr. Dr., O’Fallon - (636) 561-3385

Jason Kuhl, Director & Chief Executive Officer

As libraries grow and evolve to meet the needs of a changing community, their spaces must be examined and revitalized.

Imagine children playing, talking, and reading in a bright and colorful space designed just for them. Envision quiet study rooms that allow for adults to work without interruption. Picture teenagers learning in spaces that encourage invention and collaboration. Books are displayed in a way that make them accessible for everyone and easy to find. Furniture is comfortable. Technology and equipment are easy to use. People of all ages are using a space where they feel valued, productive, and connected to their community. Are you ready to walk through the doors of this St. Charles City-County Library?

Our newly adopted Library Strategic Plan mandates us to work toward six goals over the next five years. Goal #1 challenges us to create “Facilities for the Future”. To that end, the Library Board has recently authorized us to engage the services of an outside vendor that specializes in library facilities planning. This firm will evaluate our existing library branches, then create a comprehensive plan that will help us grow and improve. Part of that plan will address how the Library can increase service to underserved areas, while improving efficiency and customer experiences at our busiest locations. The plan may also include the development of new facilities and the expansion or repurposing of some of our current facilities. We are looking forward to creating and updating libraries that not only meet the needs of our customers, but also function as catalysts for customers to build successful lives, families, and communities.

As we prepare to implement the goals of our Strategic Plan, I look forward to sharing our plans and progress in future issues of the Kaleidoscope magazine. If you want more information now, visit mylibrary.org/library-plans-and-reports to read all of the goals and strategies outlined in the 2019-2023 Strategic Plan.

See you at the Library!

FIERCE READS TOUR SPRING 2019Four of today’s fiercest YA authors are on tour promoting their latest releases! Maurene Goo, Somewhere Only We Know; Kristina Forest, I Wanna Be Where You Are; Jess Rothenberg, The Kingdom; and Hafsah Faizal, We Hunt the Flame.

� Wednesday, June 12 7:00 pm

GARY JOHN BISHOP, Stop Doing That Sh*TLeading personal development expert Gary John Bishop reveals how you can break free of deep-seated patterns to live the life you always knew you wanted.

� Wednesday, May 15 7:00 pm

ST. LOUIS STORYTELLING FESTIVAL 2019Experience culturally diverse professional storytellers who tell a wide variety of traditional, literary, historical, and family stories. Ages 3 & up

� Thursday, May 2 10:00 am

� Friday, May 3 10:00 am

� Wednesday, May 1 10:00 am

STEPHANIE GARBER, Finale New York Times bestselling author Stephanie Garber returns to the land of Caraval, where a captivating fight for a happy ending is unfolding.

� Mon., May 13 7:00 pm

GRAHAM HANCOCK, America BeforeWas an advanced civilization lost to history in the global cataclysm that ended the last Ice Age? Author Graham Hancock draws on the latest archaeological and DNA evidence to find out.

� Thursday, May 9 7:00 pm

SUSAN MALLERY, The Summer of Sunshine and MargotJoin author Susan Mallery to discuss the Baxter sisters, who come from a long line of women with disastrous luck in love.


SANDHYA MENON, There’s Something About Sweetie Sandhya Menon presents her charming companion novel to When Dimple Met Rishi, starring Ashish and Sweetie. Can they find love without losing themselves?

� Thurs., May 16 7:00 pm

AUTHOR eventsMost classes & events require registration at myLibrary.org or call the Library

THANK YOU TO OUR BOOKSELLER PARTNERS

SPECIAL events Most classes & events require registration at myLibrary.org or call the Library

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BUCKET LISTSing-a-long with a fun band who makes the crowd part of the show!

� Monday, June 10 7:00 pm

TEEN TRIVIA NIGHTA FREE trivia event just for teens! Just like a regular trivia night, bring food to share with your table and come prepared with all the random knowledge you have in your brain! We’ll provide soda, water, and prizes! Ages 13-18

� Friday, June 28 7:00 pm

SUMMER READING BUBBLE PARTYCelebrate the start of Summer Reading with music, bubbles, and activities! All ages

� Tuesday, May 28 1:00 pm

� Tuesday, June 4 2:00 pm



� Saturday, June 1 10:00 am


� Friday, May 31 2:00 pm



� Tuesday, May 28 10:00 am

BALLET 314Watch a fun-filled, jazzy, and upbeat presentation! Music will include Johnny Cash, George Gershwin, and more!

� Monday, May 20 7:00 pm

A monthly concert series held in the Spencer Road Branch atrium. All ages are welcome.

Branch Key: Augusta: � Boone’s Trail: � Corporate Parkway: � Discovery Village: � Deer Run: � Kathryn Linnemann: � Kisker Road: �

TEEN FANDOM CONDress in cosplay and enjoy trivia, food trucks, panels, an exhibit hall, and more at the Fifth Annual Teen Fandom Con! What’s your fandom? Ages 13-18

� Saturday, June 1 10:00 am - 4:30 pm

NATIONAL FREE COMIC BOOK DAYPick up your free comic at any Library branch today and today only! St. Charles City-County Library District Saturday, May 4 All Day

Most classes & events require registration at myLibrary.org or call the Library

5Middendorf-Kredell: � McClay: � Portage Des Sioux: � Spencer Road: � WingHaven®: � Programs marked NR do not require registration.

SPECIAL eventsMost classes & events require registration at myLibrary.org or call the Library

WALKING ON THE MOONwith MAD SCIENCE Travel 238,900 miles above the earth as we commemorate the 50th anniversary of man first landing on the moon! Learn with Mad Science of St. Louis what it’s like to walk in space, if astronauts ate ice cream on Apollo 11, and just how powerful rocket ships are. Ages 5 & up

� Thursday, June 6 2:00 pm



� Tuesday, June 4 10:00 am

� Friday, June 7 10:00 am

� Thursday, June 6 10:00 am

� Wednesday, June 5 10:00 am

A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE DEATH STARWhat if George Lucas had decided to turn his epic space saga into a musical puppet show? Find out in this wacky parody of Star Wars performed by Kansas City’s Mesner Puppet Theater. Ages 13 - Adult


MONSTER MAGIC with JEANIE BRYAN PUPPETS Charles the Monster and his fuzzy sidekick Benny attempt to perform a dazzling magic show, but when things don’t go as planned, the results are hilarious. Ages 3 & up







� Monday, June 10 10:00 am


THE CAT CAME BACK with MESNER PUPPET THEATER Based on the folk song, this performance tells the tale of Mister Johnson trying everything he can to get a visiting cat to go away, from giving her to a pilot to sending her into outer space. The cat, however, keeps coming back! Ages 3 & up








ROCK & ROLL GALAXY with MR. STINKY FEET Blast off with Jim “Mr. Stinky Feet” Cosgrove on an extraterrestrial musical adventure through the Milky Way. Learn about the planets in our solar system and become a member of the Alien All-Star Band. Ages 3 & up








TINY TOTS Stories, songs, and activities for babies and their caregivers. Ages birth-23 months

� 10:00 amMon., May 6, 13, 20 & June 3, 10, 17, 24

� 10:00 amMon., May 6, 13, 20 & June 3, 10, 17 6:30 pmWed., May 8, 15, 22 & June 5, 12, 19

� 9:30 amThursday, May 2, 9 & June 6, 13

TIME FOR TWOSStories, songs, and activities for two year olds and their caregivers.

� 10:00 amTues., May 7, 14, 21, 28 & June 4, 11, 18, 25

� 10:00 amWednesday, May 1, 15 & June 5, 19

� 10:00 amTuesday, May 7, 14, 21 & June 4, 11, 18

� 10:00 am & 11:00 amMonday, May 6, 13 & June 3, 10, 10:00 am & 11:00 am Thursday, May 9, 16, 23 & June 6, 13

� 10:00 amMon., May 6, 13, 20 & June 3, 10, 17, 24

� 10:00 amTuesday, May 14, 28 & June 11, 25

� 10:00 amWed., May 15, 22, 29 & June 12, 19, 26

STORY TIME Stories, songs, and activities that enhance early literacy skills. Ages 3-6

� 10:30 amThursday, May 9, 23 & June 13, 276:00 pmMonday, May 20 & June 17

� 10:00 amWed., May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 & June 5, 12, 19, 26

� 10:00 amMon., May 6, 13, 20 & June 3, 10, 17, 24Saturday, May 11 & June 8

� 10:00 amWed., May 8, 15, 22 & June 5, 12, 19Thurs., May 9, 16, 23 & June 6, 13, 20

� 10:00 amTuesday, May 14, 21 & June 11

� 10:00 amTues., May 7, 14, 21, 28 & June 4, 11, 18, 25Wed., May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 & June 5, 12, 19, 26

� 10:00 amMon., May 6, 13, 20 & June 3, 10, 17, 24

� 10:00 amThurs., May 9, 16, 23, 30 & June 13, 20, 27

CAN’T SIT STILL STORY TIMESensory story time designed for children with special needs and/or kids who simply can’t sit still. We’ll share stories, rhymes and songs aimed at a preschool level.

� Saturday, May 18 & June 15 10:00 am


STORIES IN THE STACKSJoin us in the Children’s Area for some stories, songs, and a take-home craft!

� Tuesday, May 7 & 18 10:00 am


BABY TIME Grow Your Reader with stories, songs, and activities for babies and their caregivers. Ages 3-11 months

� 10:00 amThursday, May 2 & June 6

� 6:00 pmTuesday, May 21

� 10:00 amMonday, May 6, 13, 20 & June 3, 17, 24

BABY SIGN LANGUAGE Stories, songs, and activities focused on simple sign language for babies and their caregivers. Ages 3-15 months

� 10:00 amTuesday, May 28 & June 25

BABY/TODDLER SIGN An introduction to baby sign language through stories & rhymes. Ages 7-24 months


FUN FOR ONESStories, songs, and activities for one year olds and their caregivers.

� 10:00 amWednesday, May 8, 22 & June 12, 26

� 9:30 am & 10:30 amWed., May 8, 15, 22 & June 12, 19, 26


� 10:00 am & 11:00 am Tues., May 7, 14, 21, 28 & June 4, 11, 25

Learning to read begins at birth! The St. Charles City-County Library District is dedicated to inspiring lifelong reading from an early age by providing a variety of learning opportunities that help parents and caregivers encourage those first steps toward reading.

EARLY LITERACY

Grow Your Reader classes do not require registration!

6 Branch Key: Augusta: � Boone’s Trail: � Corporate Parkway: � Discovery Village: � Deer Run: � Kathryn Linnemann: � Kisker Road: �

CHILDREN Most classes & events require registration at myLibrary.org or call the Library



BEDTIME STORY TIMEBring the whole family and a stuffed friend for stories and songs in your pajamas!

� Thursday, May 16 & June 20 6:30 pm

BOOKLESS STORYTIME -New!Enjoy a story time with no turning pages!


STUFFED ANIMAL SLEEPOVER Ages 3-6Stuffed Animal Drop Off - Don’t forget their jammies! NR

� Thursday, May 30 9:00 am - 7:00 pm

Story Time - Find out what your friend did at the Library all night!


CIRCLE TIMEThis session is all about group interaction through circle songs, rhymes, stories, and play. All ages

� Mon., May 6 & June 10, 17 10:00 am

FAMILIA FUN BILINGUAL STORY TIME Ages 3-6Grow Your Reader with stories, songs, and activities in English & Spanish that enhance early literacy skills.Vamos a desarrollar la lectura y la escritura con cuentos, canciones y actividades en inglés y español.

� Sunday, May 19 & June 9 2:00 pm

TODDLER TUNES Sing, dance, and play towards early literacy through music and movement. Ages 2-3

� 10:00 amFriday, May 24 & June 28


� 10:00 amFriday, May 17 & June 14, 28

� 10:00 amWednesday, May 1 & June 5


� 10:00 amSaturday, May 11 11:00 amWednesday, May 15 & June 19

� 10:00 amSaturday, May 18 & June 29

� 10:00 amMonday, June 3

BOOKS & MORE

LET’S READ Grades K-3 unless noted

� Aliens Grades K-5Tuesday, May 14 4:30 pmStars and Planets Tuesday, June 11 4:30 pm

� The Bad GuysThursday, May 30 3:00 pmGalaxy ZackMonday, June 24 3:00 pm

� UFOsMonday, May 20 6:30 pmHappy 4th!Monday, June 24 6:30 pm

STORIES IN SPANISHJoin honor students from Francis Howell Central for a short Spanish vocabulary lesson and story. Ages 5 & up


LESSONS FROM MISTER ROGERS NRLearn social and emotional skills to prepare for kindergarten. Ages 4-5

Being a Friend

� Monday, May 6 11:30 am



� Tuesday, May 28 10:00 am

� Saturday, May 25 10:00 am



Being Brave And Strong








READ TO A DOG!Bring a book or choose one of ours and read to an attentive, adorable dog. Grades K-5Tale Waggers- Love on a Leash

� Tuesday, May 28 & June 25 6:00 pm



� Thursday, May 30 6:30 pm Wednesday, June 26 6:30 pm






� Tues., May 21 & June 18 6:30 pm NRZoe, Shelby, & Mustard- CHAMP Therapy Dogs

Branch Key: Augusta: � Boone’s Trail: � Corporate Parkway: � Discovery Village: � Deer Run: � Kathryn Linnemann: � Kisker Road: � 8

The concept is simple, the rewards are priceless. Read 1,000 books with your little learner before he/she starts kindergarten. It’s a fun way to help Grow Your Reader with a practice that is proven to build early literacy - exposing your child to lots of books!

Pick up a 1000 Books Before Kindergarten booklet at the Library to keep track of the books that you - or anyone else - reads to your child.


ARTIST’S CORNER

ART START FOR LITTLE ONESCreate and explore art. Ages 18 mo.-2 yrs.

� Wed., May 15 & June 26 2:00 pm


� Friday, May 10 & June 7 10:00 am

� Thurs., May 16 & June 20 9:30 am NR


GROWING ARTISTSOpen-ended and explorative preschool art session focused on the process of making art. Dress to be messy. Ages 3-6

� Art Exploration Friday, May 17 & June 21 10:00 am NR

� Flower GardenTuesday, May 14 10:00 amBubbles & BallsThursday, June 20 6:30 pm

� I’m Seeing StarsWednesday, June 26 10:00 amThursday, June 27 10:00 am

� Space! Thursday, May 30 10:00 am

� Bubble ArtTuesday, May 14 6:30 pm NR

Outer Space Art Tuesday, June 11 6:30 pm NR

� FlowersWednesday, May 22 10:00 amSidewalk ArtWednesday, June 26 10:00 am

� Moms are SpecialTuesday, May 7 6:30 pmWed., May 8 10:00 am & 11:00 am Fabulous FathersTuesday, June 4 6:30 pmThursday, June 6 10:00 am & 11:00 am Aliens Friday, June 14 10:00 am & 11:00 am

LET´S CREATEArt exploration! Grades K-5 unless noted

� May the 4th be with You! Saturday, May 4 9:00 am Mother’s Day Marble Magnets Monday, May 6 All Day Dad You Rock! Picture Frame Monday, June 10 All Day

� DIY Spa Day Grades 1-5 Wednesday, May 29 4:30 pm Pop Up Parachute Grades 1-5 Saturday, June 8 3:30 pm Colossal Bubbles of the Universe Thursday, June 13 2:30 pm

� Art Under the Stars Grades 1-5 Thursday, June 13 3:00 pm

� Galaxy of Fun Grades 1-5 Monday, June 24 6:30 pm

� Ceramic Vase Painting Monday, May 13 4:30 pm Chalk Art Monday, June 3 3:00 pm

� Aliens Monday, June 17 2:00 pm

� Slimeday Saturday Ages 3-11 Saturday, June 22 10:30 am NR

� Fliers Tuesday, June 18 3:00 pm

EXPLORATION

GROWING MINDSFun exploration of topics that keep kids thinking and learning. Ages 3-6

� Playdough LabTuesday, June 18 10:00 am

� Space CampWednesday, May 29 10:00 amThursday, May 30 10:00 am

� Plant a SeedThursday, May 23 10:00 am

� Disney DayWednesday, May 8 10:00 amSpaceWednesday, June 12 10:00 am

LET’S EXPLOREFun exploration of topics that keep school-aged kids thinking and learning. Grades 1-5

� Avid AdventuresThursday, May 23 & June 20 5:30 pm

� Alien VacationSaturday, June 8 2:00 pm

� Dinosaurs K-5Monday, May 6 6:30 pm

� Blast from the Past- Space RaceTuesday, May 7 4:30 pmHistory’s Hot Shots- Astronauts Thursday, June 6 2:00 pm

� Space CampMonday, June 3 2:00 pmPlanets, Moon, and StarsTuesday, June 11 2:00 pmGalaxiesTuesday, June 25 2:00 pm

� Paper AirplanesWednesday, May 29 4:00 pm

HEALTH & WELLNESS

GROWING HEALTHYLearn, move, & play for a healthy you! Ages 3-6Yoga Story Time

� Friday, May 10 & June 14 10:00 am NR

� Thursday, May 16 6:30 pm NRTuesday, June 11 10:00 am NR

� Monday, May 20 & June 24 10:00 amFriday, May 24 & June 21 10:00 am



- Classes & events listed in magenta are Summer Reading themed -

ENTERTAINMENT

PRESCHOOL PARTYSing, play, and celebrate! Ages 3-6

� Circus FunTuesday, May 21 10:00 am

� The World of Eric CarleFriday, June 28 10:00 am

� Wild KrattsMonday, May 13 10:00 am

LET’S PARTY

� A Universe of Stories Ages 3-12Tuesday, June 4 10:00 amSpace Camp in the Library Grades 1-5Friday, June 14 7:00 pm

� Fun with The Very Hungry Caterpillar Grades K-3Monday, June 3 6:30 pm

� Cosmic BingoThursday, June 6 3:30 pm

FAMILY FUN All ages

� Aspiring Artists Saturday, May 25 10:00 am NR

Paper Plate ProjectsSaturday, June 22 10:00 am NR

� Cinco De MayoFriday, May 3 4:30 pm

� Outdoor PlayMonday, May 20 10:00 amSuperhero AcademySaturday, June 29 1:00 pm

� Make-It Take-It Crafts Wednesday, June 12 6:00 pm

� Fantasy Baseball Draft PartyMonday, June 10 6:30 pm

� Nature WalkWed., May 1 & June 5 6:30 pm NR

Space CraftsMonday, May 20 10:00 am NR

FAMILY FLIX

� Wall-E Rated GTuesday, June 18 3:00 pm NR

� E.T. The Extraterrestrial Rated PGFriday, June 21 2:00 pm

MAY THE FOURTH BE WITH YOUDrop in any time to celebrate Star Wars Day with a make-and-take item! All ages

� Sat., May 4 All Day NR

STEM & MAKER GROUPS

LEGO BUILDERS JR.Listen to a story and build with the Library’s LEGOs and DUPLOs. Ages 3-6

� Thursday, May 23 & June 27 10:00 am

� Sat., May 11 & June 8 10:00 am NR

� Friday, May 10 & June 14 10:30 am NR

LEGO BUILDERS Build with the Library’s LEGOs. Grades K-5

� Thursday, May 9 & June 13 4:00 pm NRMonday, May 20 & June 24 6:00 pm NR

� Monday, May 20 & June 24 4:30 pm NRMonday, June 24 3:00 pm NR

� Tues., May 28 & June 25 3:00 pm NR

� Wed., May 29 & June 26 6:00 pm

� Saturday, May 11 2:00 pm NR

Outer SpaceFriday, June 7 2:00 pm NR


� Wed., May 22 & June 26 4:30 pmWednesday, June 26 3:00 pm

� Tuesday, May 14 3:00 pm NR

TECH TIME JR. Ages 3-6

� Code-A-PillarsFriday, May 17 10:00 am

TECH TIME

Hour of Code Grades 2-6


LEGO Mindstorms Grades 2-8

� Thursday, May 23 4:30 pmFriday, May 24 2:00 pm

LEGO WeDo Grades 1-3

� Thursday, June 27 4:30 pmFriday, June 28 2:00 pm



Osmos Grades K-5

� Saturday, May 11 3:00 pm



GROWING SCIENTISTSExpand your science and technology knowledge through stories & crafts. Age 3-6

� Science ExplorationFriday, May 3 & June 7 10:00 am NR

� HatchingTuesday, May 28 9:30 am & 11:00 am Out in Space Tuesday, June 25 9:30 am & 11:00 am

� SpaceThursday, June 27 10:00 am

� Simple ScienceThursday, May 2 10:00 am NR

LET’S EXPERIMENT Grades K-5

� Sports ScienceTuesday, May 14 6:30 pm

� Here Comes the SunSaturday, May 18 2:00 pmUse Your NoodleTuesday, June 4 6:30 pm

DISCOVERY KIDS Grades K-5

� The 5 SensesMonday, May 6 6:00 pmDancing WormsMonday, June 3 6:00 pm

� Let’s Go Fly a KiteWednesday, May 1 2:00 pmConstellationsWednesday, June 5 2:00 pmMonday, June 10 6:00 pm

FAMILY STEM

� Explore Tangrams Grades K-5Thursday, May 16 4:30 pmBalloon Hovercraft Grades 1-5Wednesday, June 12 4:30 pmLittle Bits Grades K-5Thursday, June 20 4:30 pm

� Balance Ages 3-6Wednesday, May 8 6:30 pmThursday, May 9 10:00 amColors Ages 3-6Wednesday, June 12 6:30 pmThursday, June 13 10:00 am

� LEGO Mindstorms Grades K-5Thursday, May 9 6:30 pm




TWEEN GAMINGCosmic Bingo



Tween Super Smash Brothers Tournament


TWEEN ESCAPE ROOM: HARRY POTTERSolve the puzzles and escape from Gringotts before the goblins feed you to a dragon.


CRAFTS

TWEENS CREATE

� Colossal Bubbles of the UniverseWeather permitting. Rain date: June 7, 3:00 pmFriday, May 31 3:00 pm

� Galaxy SlimeMonday, May 20 6:30 pm

� Galaxy DoughSaturday, June 29 2:00 pm

� Stop Motion AnimationThursday, May 30 4:00 pm

� Tie-Dye!Wednesday, May 29 6:00 pm

� Mother’s Day CraftMonday, May 6 6:30 pmFather’s Day CraftMonday, June 3 6:30 pm

� Flower Garden Tie-Dye T-ShirtsTuesday, May 21 4:30 pmGalaxy JarsTuesday, June 11 3:00 pm

� Art BuffetSaturday, May 25 2:00 pmGalaxy SlimeSaturday, June 15 2:00 pm

� Oil PastelsTuesday, May 14 6:30 pmWool Needle FeltingFriday, May 24 2:30 pmTuesday, June 4 6:30 pmPaper PiecingTuesday, June 11 6:30 pm

BABYSITTING 101Considering a new babysitter? Enroll him or her in this class to encourage the best care for your child. This is a great introduction to the basics of babysitting. Topics include the business of babysitting, child development, safety and first-aid, and fun and games. A workbook and light snack are provided. $30 per child. Please call 636.344.KIDS (5437) to register.

� Saturday, June 22 1:00 pm

STAYING HOME ALONEThis 1.5-hour class will help parents and children determine the child’s physical, mental, social, and emotional readiness to stay home by themselves and help prepare them for this experience. Course includes three workbooks.

� Tuesday, May 7 6:30 pmPresented in partnership with Children’s at Progress West Hospital.

STEM & MAKER GROUPS

TWEEN STEM

� Expert Coders Tuesday, May 7 & June 4 7:00 pmSnap Circuits ExtremeSaturday, May 11 2:30 pm

� Paper Airplane ChallengeFriday, June 28 3:00 pm

� Hour Of CodeThursday, June 6 6:00 pm

� OsmosWednesday, May 29 11:00 am

� LEGO MindstormsThursday, June 13 2:30 pm & 4:30 pm

TWEEN*** Tween classes & events are intended for children in 4th – 8th grades ***- Classes & events listed in magenta are Summer Reading themed -

GROUPS & CLUBS

CLUB READ

� The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson BurnettSaturday, May 18 2:00 pmBob by Wendy MassSaturday, June 15 2:00 pm

� The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson BurnettMonday, May 13 7:00 pmSpace Case by Stuart GibbsMonday, June 17 7:00 pm

� Last Day on Mars by Kevin EmersonTuesday, May 28 7:00 pmThe Invention of Hugo Cabret by Brian SelznickTuesday, June 25 6:00 pm

� One For Sorrow: A Ghost Story by Mary Downing HahnTuesday, May 28 6:30 pmAmal Unbound by Aisha SaeedTuesday, June 25 6:30 pm

� The Phantom Tollbooth by Norton Juster Tuesday, May 21 7:00 pmSpace Case by Stuart GibbsTuesday, June 18 7:00 pm

TWEENS TALKPlan projects, do book displays and earn volunteer service hours. Meet with your friends to talk about books, movies, music! Snacks provided.



WRITE ON!Writing games and activities. Notebooks, pencils, and snacks provided.

� Fan FictionMonday, May 13 6:30 pmParanormal FictionMonday, June 3 6:30 pm

TWEEN FANDOM & PIZZAGeek out at the library!

� Comics & Graphic NovelsWednesday, May 22 6:00 pmLEGOWednesday, June 26 6:00 pm

TWEEN PARTY

� Pizza ManiaTues., May 7 4:30 pm

Johnny is a typical teenager. He attends school, spends time with

friends, and creates magical worlds full of demons, castles, and dangerous journeys. Johnny is a Dungeons & Dragons Master at the McClay Branch of the St. Charles City-County Library. He leads a group of fantasy fans through an imaginative game full of adventure, fun, and a little spell-casting.

At a recent D&D gathering, the group arrives and begins to unpack guidebooks, miniature characters, and plenty of snacks for the afternoon. They are mostly teens, but some of the men and women are adults. Several, like Johnny, had never set foot in the Library until they joined the Dungeons and Dragons group. As today’s session begins, Johnny describes the scene. The players face danger - not to themselves, but to their characters in the game - and they ask questions:

“How much damage would a walking stick do?”

“Are the pillars made of stone? Are they moving?”

“Could my toad, Rodney, get us out of here? We can ride him. He’s awesome.”

Johnny answers definitely, and when the conversation veers away from the task, he reminds them, “Let’s focus.” The discussion is witty, intelligent, and extremely creative. There is plenty of laughter as the afternoon progresses and the D&D quest continues.

Johnny had been gaming for about three years when he was asked to come to a Library Dungeons & Dragons group for the first time. He had led quests for friends and family and even started a D&D group at school, but he never knew that the Library offered resources and groups for fantasy fans until a friend invited him. After attending a Dungeons & Dragons group at the McClay Branch for awhile, he was asked to substitute for the leader, or “Dungeon Master” of their quest. That evolved into a new group with Johnny at the head of the table.

He is quick to extol the virtues of the Library and the game: “You make friends. It’s great entertainment. It helps you focus because you have an outlet for creative energy.” He admits that D&D can be expensive, but only if you want it to be. Resources are available online, and the library offers many materials for checkout. Johnny

encourages anyone who is interested to give a Dungeons & Dragons group a try. “I’ve never been in a group that was not welcoming. If you’re nervous, watch videos on YouTube of a campaign, then come to the Library.”

Children, adults, and teens regularly discover hobbies and interests through groups that meet at the Library. Even if you’re not a reader, the Library has something for you. There are classes that teach everything from knitting to retirement planning. Groups have formed around hobbies ranging from movies to model-building. There are live music performances, history presentations, regular card games, and technology instruction. The Library offers much more than books. In fact, there’s something for everyone.

Whether you’re looking for a group of creative friends, a great book, or a new hobby to Master, you may find what you’re looking for at the Library.

Even if you’re not a reader, the Library has something for you.


More than Books

GROUPS & CLUBS

FANDOM CLUBMarvel

� Tuesday, May 14 7:00 pmAvengers

� Saturday, May 25 2:00 pmStranger Things

� Monday, June 3 4:30 pmDisney


HOMESCHOOL MEETUP: SECRET CODES


K-POP CLUB

� Thursday, June 6 6:00 pm NR

� Thursday, May 2 6:00 pm NR

ALPHABET SOUPWatch movies, talk books, and more with like-minded LGBTQ+ and allies!

� Fri., May 24 & June 28 4:30 pm

� Fri., May 10 & June 14 4:30 pm NR

� Fri., May 3 & June 7 3:30 pm

� Tues., May 28 & June 25 7:00 pm

*** Teen classes & events are intended for children ages 13 – 18. ***

STUFF & THINGS

ADULTING: SOCIAL ETIQUETTE


ACE THE ACT: SCIENCE AND ESSAY


ALIVE AT 25Alive at 25 is a highly interactive 4 hour course that helps young adults under the age of 25 take greater responsibility for their driving by focusing on behavior, judgement, and decision making. Ages 15-25.


BOOK TALK BREAKFAST: SUMMER READS AND COMICS FOR TEENSCelebrate national comic book day with a book talk breakfast!


DE-STRESS WITH DOGGOS

� Tuesday, May 21 3:00 pmThursday, May 23 3:00 pm

KEEP CALM AND RELAX


TEEN COSPLAY PREPCome in and prep your costume for Teen Fandom Con (June 1st!)


TEEN HANGOUT

� Friday, May 17 & June 21 4:00 pm

� Thursday, May 2, 9, 16 3:00 pmTuesday, May 7, 14 3:00 pm

TEEN MOVIE

� Aquaman PG-13Monday, May 6 6:00 pm

� Movie Night with Blanket Forts Wednesday, June 12 5:00 pm

TEEN SUMMER VACATION: EXPLORE SOUTH KOREA - New!


TEEN TALK: HOW TO DO PHILOSOPHY

� Saturday, May 4 4:00 pmFriday, June 14 4:00 pm

TEEN WORLD SNACKSCelebrate Immigrant Heritage Month with us!


TAB PRESENTS: SUMMER KICKOFFThe members of TAB invite you to come celebrate the end of the school year! Enjoy outdoor water games, sand volleyball, and the basketball court. Pizza & drinks provided!


GAMES AND GAMING

DROP EVERYTHING AND GAMELearn To Play Dungeons & Dragons

� Tuesday, June 11 6:00 pmMagic The Gathering

� Wednesday, May 1 & June 5 3:00 pmSuper Smash Bros.



DUNGEONS & DRAGONS


� Saturday, May 11 & June 8 1:00 pm


TEEN

Teens connect through books, games, & FUN!

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� Friday, May 3 & June 7 4:30 pm

� Monday, May 20 & June 17 7:00 pm NR



� Wednesday, May 29 & June 26 4:30 pm


� Wednesday, May 8 & June 12 4:00 pm

TEEN BOOK CLUB:

� Sabriel, by Garth NixTuesday, May 21 7:00 pmThe Beast Is An Animal, by Peternelle van Arsdale Tuesday, June 18 7:00 pm

� Eliza and Her Monsters, by Francesca ZappiaThursday, May 9 7:00 pmThe Upside of Unrequited, by Becky Albertalli Thursday, June 13 7:00 pm

� The Hunger Games, by Suzanne Collins Tuesday, May 7 6:30 pmThe Knife of Never Letting Go, by Patrick Ness Tuesday, June 18 6:30 pm

TEEN WRITING & DRAWING CLUBSubmit your work for an end-of-year digital magazine!



� Monday, May 13 & June 10 4:00 pm

AFTER HOURS

IRL FORTNITE


HUNGER GAMES REVISITED


BAD MOVIE NIGHT


HUMANS VS. ALIENS NERF CHALLENGE

� Sat., June 15 7:00 pm

BLANKET FORTS


STAR WARS CRAFT NIGHT


TEEN TECH

TEEN BREAKERSPACEDeconstruct small appliances and electronic items to make a new creation by combining parts.


CODERSPACEParticipants will work individually or collaboratively to create, build, and discover on new coding platforms with new Maker Space items.

� Tuesday, May 28 6:30 pmMonday, June 24 6:30 pm

CRAFTS

TEEN BAD ART NIGHT


TEENS CREATE

� A Galaxy In A JarSaturday, June 29 9:30 am

� HologramsSaturday, June 15 3:00 pm

� Cake Decorating 101Thursday, May 30 6:30 pmPlanet Pillows Wednesday, June 5 6:30 pm

� Follow Along ArtWednesday, June 19 3:00 pm

This summer, boldly go where few have gone before! If you usually visit just one Library branch in the St. Charles City-County galaxy, the Galactic Tour will challenge you to explore the collections and events at many different Library branch “planets”.

Spacewalk through the branches during Summer Reading and have your tour book stamped at each location. Visit at least 5 planets to win a tasty prize and an extra entry in the grand prize drawing. Visit all 12 branches to earn another treat and a chance to win big and be designated an Ultimate Space Explorer. Image Courtesy NASA/JPL-Caltech

GALAXY IN A BOTTLE


ESCAPE ROOM: ASTRONAUT ACADEMYNASA needs you! Be one of our first moon pioneers, leading the way to lunar colonization! Teens also welcome

� Thursday, June 13 4:00 pm, 5:15 pm, 6:30 pm, & 7:45 pm

Saturday, June 22 2:00 pm, 3:15 pm, & 4:30 pm

COSMIC BINGOBlack lights, creatures from outer space, and prizes!


MOVIE: FIRST MAN PG-13


STAR WINE CHARMS



GALAXY T-SHIRT


The following classes and events are presented by the Astronomical Society of Eastern Missouri

ASTRONOMY HISTORY Journey through ancient Greek thought to the Renaissance to Einstein and beyond.


SO YOU WANT TO BUY A TELESCOPEGet advice on telescopes: the uses, advantages, & disadvantages of different types.


ASTROPHOTOGRAPHYLearn to take pictures of objects in the night sky.


ASTRONOMY’S HIDDEN FIGURESLearn about women and minorities who made Astronomy great.


MOON AND STARS--FROM YOUR BACKYARDLearn how to find lunar features, visible planets, and the constellation patterns of bright stars, with and without telescopes! View Apollo astronaut photos and modern robotic spacecraft images.


STAR PARTY All AgesJoin experts from the Astronomical Society of Eastern Missouri to view our amazing universe through telescopes. Get hands-on instruction with the telescopes that are available to check out from our branches.








YOU’LL BE OVER THE MOON FOR OUR GALACTIC TOUR... ONLY DURING SUMMER READING: A UNIVERSE OF STORIES.

ADULTMost classes & events require registration at myLibrary.org or call the Library


IT’S AN ADVENTURE: TRAVEL PLANNING 101Ready for a road trip? Advanced planning and organization can help you avoid snags.Learn to create an itinerary, pack effectively, and stay safe. Explore travel resources including websites, apps, and helpful travel gadgets.


BEADING 101--STAR DANGLE EARRINGS/GALAXY PENDANTS

� Last Wednesday 2:00 pm

BEADING 101--SOLAR SYSTEM BRACELET

� Monday, June 3 7:00 pmTuesday, June 18 7:00 pm

SUNBURST MIRRORLearn how to recycle an old book into a beautiful wall hanging with a mirror and decorative stones.


GALAXY ORNAMENTS


IS FOR EVERYONE!

ADULT Most classes & events require registration at myLibrary.org or call the Library


ENTERTAINMENT

CLARKSON SCHOOL OF IRISH DANCE PERFORMANCE AND IRISH CULTURE PRESENTATIONWorld champion Irish dancers perform their competition routines! Teacher Mary Clarkson will bring a display of Irish items and discuss Irish culture.



FOLK DANCING FOR FUN


HUMANS VS. ALIENS NERF CHALLENGEGear up to battle aliens with Nerf -- Adults Only!


TOUR WITH THE MASTER GARDENERS Meet at the University of Missouri Extension gardening site: 260 Brown Rd. St. Peters, MO 63376 Wednesday, June 19 10:00 am

MEET THE AUTHOR

BILL HART, Historical Missouri Roadsides 2nd EditionLet Bill Hart take the wheel and show you the very best of the roads from St. Charles County to Old Route 66. Find out insider tips on the best locally-owned businesses.


LYNN CAHOON, Sconed To DeathNew York Times and USA Today bestselling author Lynn Cahoon returns to discuss the fifth installment of her Cat Latimer Mystery series.

� Mon., June 17 7:00 pm

LEEJAE MORRIS, Hope For Mothers with Kids on Drugs75,000 kids die of drug overdoses each year in the U.S. Leejae Morris, Covenant Partner at Faith Christian Family Church in Warrenton, MO and a mother whose son battled

heroin addiction and is now clean and free, will discuss her new book, Hope for Mothers with Kids on Drugs.

� Sunday, June 30 2:00 pm

MOVIES

MARY POPPINS RETURNS PG


NEW RELEASE MOVIE NIGHTCheck the events calendar two weeks ahead to see which movie we’ll be showing!

� Last Wednesday 6:30 pm

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THE MAKING OF CRAFT BEER AT PETRICHOR BREWING Ages 21+


MARK TWAIN HOBBY SCALE MODEL CLUB

� 1st Tuesday 7:00 pm

COFFEE AT THE LIBRARY

� Thursdays 9:00 am


ACOUSTIC JAM @ THE LIBRARY!Bring your instrument and jam with fellow musicians.

� 3rd Thursday 2:00 pm

FLEUR DE LIS GARDEN SOCIETY

� 3rd Thursday 6:30 pm

LINE DANCING FOR FUN

� 4th Thursday 7:00 pm

DISCOVER YOUR BEST LIFE

WHY IS THE INSTANT POT SO HOT?

� Sunday, May 5 2:00 pm


SENSATIONAL SALAD RECIPE SWAP

� Tuesday, May 7 2:00 pm NR

LEARN TO PLAY THE UKULELE


RECIPE EXCHANGE


ALL ABOUT ANTIQUES: HAVILANDLocal collector and former owner of the St. Charles Mother in Law House Donna Hafer will guide particpants through the ins and outs of Haviland antiques. Browse through an antique display. Bring your questions.


HARRY POTTER YOGA


SKINCARE AND ESSENTIAL OILSFind out the top 5 essential oils for your skin. Make an all natural lip balm and lip scrub!

� Thursday, May 23 6:30 pm Friday, May 24 10:00 am

SUMMER AND ESSENTIAL OILSDiscover essential oil remedies. Make aftersun spray!

� Wednesday, June 5 1:00 pmThursday, June 6 6:30 pm

LET’S DO LUNCH: MASON JAR


GOVERNMENT & PUBLIC SERVICE CAREER FAIRInterested in a career in public service? Learn more about job opportunities in the St. Charles County area!


SUSTAINABILITY SENSE SERIES

� First Tuesday 7:00 pm

GET ORGANIZED: THE KONMARI WAY

� 1st Thursday 7:00 pm

HEARTFULNESS RELAXATION AND MEDITATION

� Second Saturday 10:00 am

� Fourth Saturday 10:00 am

WALKING GROUP

� Tuesday, May 7 9:30 amTuesday, June 18 9:30 am

� Mondays 9:00 am


� Thursdays in May 1:00 pm

GAMES

BUNCO

� Monday, May 13 & June 10 7:00 pm

� 1st & 3rd Thursday 1:30 pm

D&D FOR THE ADULT

� 1st Wednesday 5:45 pm

� 2nd Monday 7:00 pm

GAME ON @ YOUR LIBRARY!

� 4th Wednesday 4:00 pm

HAND & FOOT CANASTA

� Thursdays 1:00 pm

� 1st Tuesday 1:00 pm NR

LET’S PLAY RUMMY

� Mondays 10:30 am

MAH JONGG

� 2nd & 4th Monday 1:30 pm

� Mondays 1:00 pmNo Meeting June 173rd Wednesday 6:30 pm

� 1st Thursday 6:00 pm NR

� 1st & 3rd Mon. 1:30 pm & 5:30 pm NR

PINOCHLE

� 2nd Tuesday 4:00 pm

RUMMIKUB

� 4th Thursday 1:30 pm NR

SATURDAY MORNING CHESS CLUB

� Saturdays 9:00 am NR

SCRABBLE

� 2nd & 4th Thursday 2:00 pmNo meeting June 13



In May: True Crime

In June: Go to ‘Summer School’ with The Great Courses!

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KNOW YOUR NUMBERSHEALTH SCREENINGFasting glucose, cholesterol, lung function, blood pressure, and BMI screenings. Participants should fast at least 10 hours prior to the screening.


ACUTE BLEEDING CONTROLAn hour of your life that could save a life. Become trained in acute bleeding control (ABC) techniques.


BJC LUNCH AND LEARN: ANTIBIOTIC OVERUSEPresenter: Angela Hoelscher, Pharm.D., BCPS


HEALTHY LIVING FOR YOUR BRAIN AND BODYLearn about research in the areas of diet and nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity and social engagement. Use hands-on tools to help you incorporate these tips into a healthy aging plan.


BONE HEALTH SERIES (4 SESSIONS)Find out the basics of osteoporosis, exercise, nutrition, and posture.

� Wednesdays, June 5 - June 26 1:30 pm

HEALTH AND WELLNESS

Presented in Partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association and Barnes-Jewish St. Peters and Progress West Hospitals. Call 636-928-WELL (9355) or visit bjcstcharlescounty.org/Events to register.

FREE BONE DENSITY SCREENINGDetermine your personal risk and discuss what you can do to decrease the risk of developing osteoporosis.

� Wednesday, June 26 3:00-5:00 pm

10 WARNING SIGNS OF ALZHEIMER’SLearn about typical age-related changes, common warning signs, approaching someone about memory concerns, early detection, the benefits of a diagnosis and the diagnostic process, and Alzheimer’s Association resources.


EXPLORING ALZHEIMER’S: HEALTHY BRAIN AND BODYTake part in this special program on Alzheimer’s disease covering diet and nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity and social engagement and the impact of these factors on the brain and body. Professor of Psychiatry, Eric Lenze, MD, Washington University, will present on his lifestyle research and its impact on dementia. A panel discussion with Q & A will follow.


LIVING WITH MEMORY LOSS (4 SESSIONS)Learn about disease basics, safety, community resources, and coping strategies in this interactive course. Open to people with early/mild memory loss. Family/friends are encouraged to attend.

� Saturdays, June 8 - June 29 10:00 am

MEDICARE 101Presenter: Nathan White, Axius Senior Benefits Solutions



MEDICARE BASICSGet the basics in this interactive session with an individual counseling session, then follow up. Presenter: Missouri CLAIM (State Health Insurance Assistance Program)


EMERGENCY READINESS

THE PLAIN TRUTH ABOUT TORNADO SAFETYThe United States is tornado capital of the world! Ascertain fact from fiction concerning severe weather hazards.


INTRODUCTION TO EMERGENCY MANAGEMENTWhat is emergency management? What goes on between emergencies? Plenty! Presenter: St. Charles County Div. of Emergency Management.


ADULT OR ADULT & PEDIATRIC FIRST AID/CPR/AED 2 YEAR RED CROSS CERT. (BLENDED) - ONLINE & 1 ½ HR IN-PERSON CLASSAdult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED 2-year Red Cross Certification $88.00 fee or Adult First Aid/CPR/AED 2-year Red Cross Certification $78.00 fee





Take advantage of free health screenings and classes.


TRUE CRIME A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A POLICE OFFICERSgt. Mallett will give an inside look into the workings of the St. Charles Police Department. His presentation will include real life incidents in our county.


THE LIFE OF AN EMERGENCY DISPATCHERThe life of an emergency dispatcher can be stressful. Local dispatchers will share their daily routines with us.


BUSINESS AND PERSONAL FINANCE

MAKE MONEY WORK FOR YOUDiscover how setting and keeping financial goals can work for you. Topics covered: budgeting, credit awareness, saving, and investing.


BUSINESS ETIQUETTELearn the necessary rules to understand how to conduct and present yourself appropriately in professional social settings.


THE ENTREPRENEURIAL EQUATIONDiscover tools and strategies to help make building, running, and preserving a business easier.


LEGAL INFORMATION CLINIC Sign-up for a 30-minute information session in one of the following civil legal areas: landlord and tenant rights, wills and estate planning, consumer law, or family law.



IMMIGRATIONWhat is the system for immigration to the United States, what shaped the system, who does it fail, and how can we respond? Presenter: St. Louis Inter-Faith Committee on Latin America.


PUBLIC CORRUPTIONPolitical corruption costs taxpayers millions of dollars every year. Not only does corruption occur at the federal level, but it flows down to even the smallest levels of government. Darren Marhanka from Lindenwood University will examine the overall costs, recent headlines, and various forms of existing political corruption.


WOMEN AS LEADERS IN THE COMMUNITYWomen are underrepresented on boards and commissions. Through The Appointment Project, the Women’s Foundation is helping more women become civic leaders in their communities. This seminar will guide you through the steps of how to become a civic leader in our county.


LET’S TALK ABOUT IT!: A NEWS AND CURRENT EVENTS DISCUSSION GROUP

� First Wednesday 2:00 pm

An ongoing series that invites discussion and education about topics that affect all of us.

Have a business idea?The Library has tools to make it happen.


DISCOVER TECHNOLOGY

CUT THE CORD: NEXT GENERATION TVTips to finding the best cable TV alternative!


USING LIBRARY APPS AND PROGRAMS ON YOUR iPAD


TAKE A BITE OUT OF CRIME STATISTICSExplore how to research statistics from different federal and local agencies’ crime databases.


READY TO GO DIGITAL



BEGINNER’S GUIDE TO THE CLOUD


ANDROID ESSENTIALS (2 SESSIONS)

� Tuesday, May 14 & 21 1:30 pm

FACEBOOK 1 - THE STARTER KIT


iPAD EXTRAS


eBOOKS, eMOVIES, eMUSIC, AND MOREFind out how to check out these items with your library card!


FACEBOOK 2: I’M ON FACEBOOK, NOW WHAT?


LEARNING RASPBERRY Pi WITH INVENTOR FORGE


GOOGLE PHOTOS


INTRODUCTION TO POWERPOINT 2016 (6 SESSIONS)

� Mondays, May 6 - June 17 2:00 pm

INTERMEDIATE MICROSOFT WORD (5 SESSIONS)

� Mon. & Thurs., May 6 - 20 1:30 pm

INTRODUCTION TO MICROSOFT WORD 2016 (4 SESSIONS)

� Mon., May 13 & 20, June 3 & 10 6:00 pm

GENEALOGY OPEN LAB

� 1st & 3rd Tuesday 10:00 amSunday, May 19 1:30 pm

� Thursday, May 16 1:30 pmSunday, June 23 1:30 pm

TECHNOLOGY OPEN LAB

� 2nd Wednesday 2:30 pm4th Monday 9:30 am

� Tuesdays 6:30 pm

� Wednesdays & Fridays 2:00 pm

� Wednesdays 2:00 pm

� Fridays 10:00 am

CYBERCRIME FIGHTERS: WHAT’S THE BEST BROWSER FOR ME? Pick up tips on tools in the most popular browsers to help you control the information collected about you.


SAFETY FIRST: PRIVACY AND SAFETY ONLINELearn the skills you need to use the Internet safely and avoid identity theft and scams.


PASSWORD MANAGERSLearn how to ramp up your online safety with a password manager app.


Are you ready to go digital?


Knowledge = confidence.Register for a technology class today.


COMMUNITY OF CRAFTERS

CRAFT CLASSES

MAKE IT SEWReusable Fabric Grocery Bag

� Thursday, May 2 & 16 4:30 pmRustic Americana Wreath


ADVANCED CARD MAKING CLASSCost is $10 for 3 cards.


CROCHET FOR BEGINNERS


� Wednesday, May 8 9:30 amThursday, June 6 6:30 pm

PATRIOTIC CANVAS

� Monday, May 13 & 20 2:00 pm

CREATE WITH RUBBER STAMPS


KNITTING - TWO-COLOR SLIP STITCH DISH CLOTH

� Thursday, May 16 7:00 pmThursday, June 13 10:00 am

ENGLISH PAPER PIECING



SAND ART FLOWER POTS CRAFT


FREE TIME FRIDAY


PERLER BEAD WIND SPINNER

� Tuesday, May 28 All Day

FLOWER PETAL CANDLE HOLDERS


PAINT PARTY



PATRIOTIC BURLAP WREATH


BOOK FOLD A HEDGEHOG


EASY DIY CANDLE

� Wed., June 19 1:30 pm & 2:45 pm

STITCHING CARD - ALL OCCASIONS


TEACUP FAIRY GARDENS


ADULT DIY TERRARIUM CRAFT


PATRIOTIC BEADED BRACELET CRAFT


MACRAME FEATHERS

� 4th Wednesday 6:30 pm

Join one of our many ongoing crafting groups to express your creativity and make new friends. Call the branch for details.

ADULTVisit myLibrary.org or call the branch for more details & supply lists.

Cultivate your creativity.

� Knit-A-Long 1st & 3rd Tuesday 6:30 pm Block Paper Scissors2nd Thursday 4:30 pmStitch Club3rd Saturday 9:00 amWe Knit!4th Thursday 11:00 amColor Your World!4th Thursday 6:30 pmCrafter’s Workday4th Saturday 9:00 amCrafting For Charity NRTuesdays 12:00 pmNo Meeting June 11 or 25Second Sunday SpinnersSunday, June 9 1:00 pm

� Color Your World!1st & 5th Thursday 6:30 pmCrafting For Charity2nd Monday & June 24 1:00 pmReaders and Stitchers2nd Friday 2:00 pmChemo Caps NRTuesdays 12:30 pmThursdays 6:30 pm

HOOKED ON CROCHET **New Group**Need a refresher? Want to learn? Share patterns, ideas, pointers, or visit while working on your latest project.

� 2nd Thursday 1:00 pm

� I Love Quilts1st Tuesday 10:00 amYarn ArtsThursdays 2:00 pm

� Beading 1012nd Wednesday 7:00 pm

� Beading 101 1st Monday & 3rd Tuesday 7:00 pmKnit-A-LongWednesdays 2:30 pmScrapbooking & More Workday2nd Saturday 9:00 amSewing Circle1st Saturday 10:00 am

� Beginners Learn To Draw2nd Wednesday 7:00 pmColor Your World!2nd Thursday 6:30 pmSewing Group2nd Saturday 1:00 pmGot Scrap (Show & Tell and Discussion) 3rd Wednesday 6:00 pmMake Your Own Cards Materials fee is $10 per 4 cardsThursday, May 16 & June 27 6:00 pm

� Quilt Block Of The Month1st Thursday 9:30 amJewelry Crafters Connections 2nd Thursday & 4th Tuesday 6:30 pmSewing Basics 3rd Wednesday 6:30 pmColor Your World!3rd Thursday 6:30 pmCraft and Learn4th Tuesday 2:00 pm


Contact UsFriends of the Library Staff LiaisonJennifer Compton77 Boone Hills Drive | St. Peters, MO 63376636-441-2300 ext. 1517www.stchlibraryfriends.org

Start enjoying the benefits of your membership this summer!

Be among the first to shop at the annual Friends Summer Book Fair (August 2– 4 at the Family Arena).Friends members get an exclusive and private opportunity to shop from 9 am to noon. Choose from over 250,000 of the best bargains in town before we open to the public.

Join online at stchlibraryfriends.org

Or visit any Library branch to pick up a membership application.

A little help goes a long way: The Friends of the Library...• Provide funds to purchase Summer Reading

prizes for all ages, book club kits, and more. • Support staff appreciation luncheons and

staff tenure awards.• Provide refreshments for an annual

celebration honoring our veterans.• Much, much more!

Join the Friends of the St. Charles City-County Library.YOU can make a difference!



BOOK DISCUSSIONS + MORE

A MOTHER’S LOVE: BOOKS TO READ FOR MOTHER’S DAY


10 BOOKS TO LOOK FORWARD TO READING THIS SUMMER

� Thursday, May 30 7:00 pmPresenter: Ashley Hasty, creator of the Hasty Book List

SHARE & TELL BOOK CLUBAttention Book-Lovers! Give and receive recommendations! Light refreshments will be served.


SATURDAY WRITERS ANTHOLOGY PANEL & BOOK SIGNING

� Thursday, May 16 7:00 pmBooks will be available for purchase.

WRITE YOUR BOOK @ THE LIBRARYHosted by Saturday Writers

� Saturdays 2:30 pm

POETRY CRITIQUE GROUP

� 2nd Saturday 11:00 am

For the most up-to-date schedule, to view titles to be discussed, and to register, please visit: myLibrary.org/book-discussion-groups

� 3rd Monday 2:00 pm

� 3rd Thursday 10:00 am (Non-Fiction)

� 2nd Wednesday 1:30 pm (alternating months)2nd Thursday 7:00 pm (Mystery)3rd Wednesday 7:00 pm (Fright Club)3rd Thursday 10:00 am (Non-Fiction) (alternating months) Last Tuesday 7:00 pm

� 1st Wednesday 7:00 pm3rd Thursday 10:00 am

� 4th Tuesday 7:00 pm

� 1st Wednesday 1:00 pm3rd Tuesday 7:00 pm

� 1st Monday 7:00 pm (Self-Help)2nd Wednesday 7:00 pm3rd Thursday 2:00 pm

� 1st Wednesday 10:00 am & 7:00 pm1st Friday 1:00 pm

� 2nd Monday 7:00 pm

� 1st Thursday 6:30 pm (Food for Thought Cookbook Discussion)

2nd Wednesday 11:30 am2nd Wednesday 7:00 pm

(2019 #ReadHarder Book Challenge)3rd Tuesday 11:30 am3rd Thursday 7:00 pm4th Tuesday 6:30 pm (alternating months)

� 4th Wednesday 10:00 am

Read. Share. Grow. Join a book discussion group at the Library.

AT TWO PLUMBERSTWO PLUMBERS BREWERY + ARCADE 2236 1st Capitol Dr, St. Charles, MO 63301

BOOKS ON TAP MEETUP NR Ages 21+Share your love of Mystery and Suspense books. Tuesday, May 14 6:00 pm

CHECK YA’SHELF: GRAPHIC NOVEL DOUBLE FEATUREThe book club for adults who love reading and discussing young adult books.Last Thursday 7:00 pm

AT ALPHA & OMEGAALPHA & OMEGA ROASTING & COFFEE BAR111 N Main St, O’Fallon, MO 63366

FOREVER YOUNG ADULT A discussion of teen books for adult readers!3rd Saturday 6:30 pm

IT’S LITBursting with ideas, but can’t get them on the page? Write with us! 2nd Thursday 6:30 pm

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