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The Autobiography of Mrs. Tom Thumb by Melanie Benjamin For anyone who loves the historical novels of Sara Gruen, Geraldine Brooks, and E. L. Doctorow, a barnstorming tale of an irrepressible, brawling, bawdy era and the remarkable woman who had the courage to match the unique spirit of America’s Gilded Age. She was only two feet, eight inches tall, but Continue Reading

Managing Passwords - For more information call (314) 821-5770 ext. 1020 Join us for Library Skills Saturday as we learn about creating, storing and managing passwords using some low and high tech methods. Sign up required.

 

Story time is designed for children 3 through 8 years, although all ages are welcome.

 

 

Come and read to the Champ Reading Dogs. Free and open to the public. For information call: 314-821-5770, ext: 1015.

 

 

 

Family Book Club will discuss:"Rain Reign" by Ann Martin. For grades 5-8 and parents. Books available at the library for check out. Questions? Call 314-821-5770, ext. 1015. Event is free and open to the public.

The Importance of Being Alice by Katie Macalister Nothing about Alice Wood’s life is normal right now. Her fiancé, Patrick, called off their wedding and relationship only days before their nonrefundable wedding trip. And though a luxurious European river cruise for one is just what she needs, it’s not what she gets.... Due to a horrible misunderstanding, Alice is now Continue Reading

Maplewood resident, Yvonne White, will once again be offering knitting instruction. This is a great opportunity for one-on-one instruction and a lot of fun. Just bring a pair of knitting needles and Yvonne provides the yarn & guidance.

Storytime - Join us for stories, songs, games & crafts. Questions? Call 314-821-5770, ext. 1015. Event is free and open to the public.

Story time is designed for ages 2 through 5 years, although all ages welcome

 

Computer Questions Day We will offer a very basic class covering how to use the computer, but this is also a good time to bring in your own questions about computer problems you’re having.

Summer hours for tutoring.

One Book, One Kirkwood Skype Conversation with Robin Sloan, author of Mr. Penumbra’s 24 Hour Bookstore

Storytime for ages 6-24 months and their caretakers. Questions? Call 314-821-5770, ext. 1015. Event is free and open to the public.

Story time is designed for ages 6 to 18 months of age, although all ages are welcome

Storytime for young 2's and those not yet ready for regular storytime. Join us for stories, activities and crafts. Questions? Call 314-821-5770, ext. 1015. Event is free and open to the public.

Event starts at 4:45

 

Game Night @ the Library - Call (314)821-5770 ext 1020 for more information. Teens are invited to come to the Teen room and play board games with their friends.

 

Join us at the Maplewood Public Library for this fun group. Just bring your needles, your yarn, and you can craft with others who love crafting. This is not instructional but while you are with fellow crafters, you can help each other.

Summer Readings ends at 5 pm today. August 8 is the last day to report reading and pick up summer reading prizes. Questions? Call - 314-821-5770, ext: 1015.

 

 

Family Book Club Junior. "Stolen Children" by Peg Kehret. For children in grades 3-4 and their guardians. Books available for check out at the library. Questions? Call 314-821-5770, ext. 1015. Event is free and open to the public.

Maplewood resident, Yvonne White, will once again be offering knitting instruction. This is a great opportunity for one-on-one instruction and a lot of fun. Just bring a pair of knitting needles and Yvonne provides the yarn & guidance.

Story time is designed for ages 2 through 5 years, although all ages welcome

Create your own mini Captain America Shield with perler beads.

 

Blogging Using WordPress Learn the basics of how to set up and use your own blog on one of the most popular blog sites.

Summer hours for tutoring.

Story time is designed for ages 3 to 8 years, although all ages are welcome.

Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel "An audacious, darkly glittering novel about art, fame, and ambition set in the eerie days of civilization's collapse, from the author of three highly-acclaimed previous novels. One snowy night a famous Hollywood actor slumps over and dies onstage during a production of King Lear. Hours later, the world as we know it begins Continue Reading

We will discuss the last year of World War I and the changes in European boundaries and cultures as a result of the League of Nations. Suggested books to read include Collapse at Meuse-Argonne: the failure of the Missouri-Kansas Division by Robert H. Ferrell, Veiled Warriors: Allied Nurses of the First World War by Christine E. Hallett, With Our Backs Continue Reading

Book titles will be announced. Join us for a lively discussion of new and classic titles. For dates & upcoming titles, sign-up and we will add your name to our email list for future notification.

Join us at the Maplewood Public Library for this fun group. Just bring your needles, your yarn, and you can craft with others who love crafting. This is not instructional but while you are with fellow crafters, you can help each other.

Like anime? Are you an otaku? Join your friends to watch some anime, discuss Japanese pop culture and your favorite manga!

 

 

 

 

 

Book club is for ages 9 through 12 years.

Drop in at the library once a month for our brand new Adult Board Game Night! Choose from a variety of classic and brand new games which we’ll continue to expand for your gaming enjoyment! Bring a friend or join others for a fun night of games!

Maplewood resident, Yvonne White, will once again be offering knitting instruction. This is a great opportunity for one-on-one instruction and a lot of fun. Just bring a pair of knitting needles and Yvonne provides the yarn & guidance.

Hear a story and enjoy block playtime with your child. Recommended for ages 6 months thru preschool. Questions? Call 314-821-5770, ext. 1015. Event is free and open to the public.

Story time is designed for ages 2 through 5 years, although all ages welcome

 

Choose a collection of short mystery stories and then share with the discussion group. This program is free and open to the public. Please call Information Services for more details at 314-821-5770 ext 1012.

Computer Questions Day We will offer a very basic class covering how to use the computer, but this is also a good time to bring in your own questions about computer problems you’re having.

 

Story time is designed for ages 6 to 18 months of age, although all ages are welcome

Hear a story and enjoy block playtime with your child. Recommended for ages 6 months thru preschool. Questions? Call 314-821-5770, ext. 1015. Event is free and open to the public.

 

Invisible Man by Ralph Ellison. Discussion led by Kathy Lewis.

This is a casual, loosely structured event. You can come for as long or as short a time as you wish. This is not a class, and there’s no formal program. Just bring your laptop or pencil and paper. We will gather in the Reading Room (fireplace room) around 7:00 for introductions and a brief chat, followed by writing time Continue Reading

Join us at the Maplewood Public Library for this fun group. Just bring your needles, your yarn, and you can craft with others who love crafting. This is not instructional but while you are with fellow crafters, you can help each other.

Like anime? Are you an otaku? Join your friends to watch some anime, discuss Japanese pop culture and your favorite manga!

 

The Library Board of Trustees adopts policies to oversee and review administration of the Library. Nine trustees are appointed by the Mayor of the City of Ferguson. Meetings are the 4th Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the Board will meet remotely via Zoom. Meetings will be streamed live at the Ferguson Library's Youtube Page.

Maplewood resident, Yvonne White, will once again be offering knitting instruction. This is a great opportunity for one-on-one instruction and a lot of fun. Just bring a pair of knitting needles and Yvonne provides the yarn & guidance.

Hear a story and enjoy block playtime with your child. Recommended for ages 6 months thru preschool. Questions? Call 314-821-5770, ext. 1015. Event is free and open to the public.

Story time is designed for ages 2 through 5 years, although all ages welcome

 

Computer Questions Day We will offer a very basic class covering how to use the computer, but this is also a good time to bring in your own questions about computer problems you’re having.

Space is limited.

 

Hear a story and enjoy block playtime with your child. Recommended for ages 6 months thru preschool. Questions? Call 314-821-5770, ext. 1015. Event is free and open to the public.

 

Join us at the Maplewood Public Library for this fun group. Just bring your needles, your yarn, and you can craft with others who love crafting. This is not instructional but while you are with fellow crafters, you can help each other.

The Friends of the Kirkwood Public Library will hold a book sale on August 28 and 29 in the Library, 140 E. Jefferson Avenue, Kirkwood. The sale will feature a variety of books, including Fiction, Mystery, Literature, Science Fiction, Children’s Books, History, Art Books, Audiobooks, and more. The hours of the sale are Friday, August 28 from 5 p.m. to Continue Reading

Minecraft Night! - Call (314)821-5770 ext 1020 for more information. Join other teens for an evening of Minecrafting! Play on our library server, enjoy special challenges and spend time with your friends! We have reached over 1,600 hours played. Will you join the phenomenon! Sign up required.

The Friends of the Kirkwood Public Library will hold a book sale on August 28 and 29 in the Library, 140 E. Jefferson Avenue, Kirkwood. The sale will feature a variety of books, including Fiction, Mystery, Literature, Science Fiction, Children’s Books, History, Art Books, Audiobooks, and more. The hours of the sale are Friday, August 28 from 5 p.m. to Continue Reading

 

 

Registration required.

 

Maplewood resident, Yvonne White, will once again be offering knitting instruction. This is a great opportunity for one-on-one instruction and a lot of fun. Just bring a pair of knitting needles and Yvonne provides the yarn & guidance.