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Opera Theatre of St. Louis Docent Presentation 2:00 pm
Opera Theatre of St. Louis Docent Presentation @ Meeting room
May 1 @ 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
DOCENT PRESENTATION: Join us for a presentation by Opera Theatre of Saint Louis and learn more about opera!
Children’s – Champ Reading Dogs 3:00 pm
Children’s – Champ Reading Dogs
May 1 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Come and read to the Champ Reading Dogs.
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Drop-In IT Help 10:00 am
Drop-In IT Help @ Computer Lab
May 3 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Simply “drop in” for help with computers, tablets, the internet and other technologies. No appointment necessary. For one-on-one assistance please refer to our Grab-a-Geek program for scheduled appointments.
Story Time with Miss Phyllis 10:00 am
Story Time with Miss Phyllis @ Webster Groves Public Library Children's Room
May 3 @ 10:00 am – 10:30 am
Our regular Story Time is designed for children ages 2 to 5. We read 5 or 6 books and then do a craft that relates to the stories.
Book Discussion : “Billy Lynn’s Long Halftime Walk” by Ben Fountain 6:00 pm
Book Discussion : “Billy Lynn’s Long Halftime Walk” by Ben Fountain @ Webster Groves Public Library Meeting Room
May 3 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
The Tuesday Evening Book Group will discuss Billy Lynn's Long Halftime Walk, Ben Fountain's 2012 novel about a group of Iraq War veterans and the strange treatment they receive during their return as heroes. Book discussions are free and open to the public. For more information, call Tom at the Library at 314.961.3784.
Forest Park Owls program 6:00 pm
Forest Park Owls program
May 3 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
 
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Wednesday Afternoon Computer Class 2:00 pm
Wednesday Afternoon Computer Class @ Webster Groves Public Library Meeting Room
May 4 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Need help setting up an e-mail account? Trying to figure out Facebook or Twitter? Not sure how to create a document in Microsoft Office? Stop by with your computing questions, and our librarians will be here to provide you with answers. For more information, call the Library at 314.961.3784 and ask for Tom or Debbie.
Pajama Story Time with Miss Phyllis 6:30 pm
Pajama Story Time with Miss Phyllis @ Webster Groves Public Library Children's Room
May 4 @ 6:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Pajama Story Time is for all ages. We read stories on different levels that will appeal to all children followed by a simple craft. Children are encouraged to wear their pajamas.
MA – Hardboiled Wonderland Film Series 6:45 pm
Adult Event: Secret St. Louis: A Guide to the Weird Wonderful and Obscure by David Baugher 7:00 pm
Adult Event: Secret St. Louis: A Guide to the Weird Wonderful and Obscure by David Baugher @ Meeting Room
May 4 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
It is hard to get bored with a copy of ''Secret St. Louis: A Guide to the Weird, Wonderful, and Obscure.'' By turns wistful and whimsical, this is a book which answers the questions you never knew you had about St. Louis while taking readers on a whirlwind tour through 97 unique but often little-known spaces and places that can't Continue Reading
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Story Time with Miss Phyllis 10:00 am
Story Time with Miss Phyllis @ Webster Groves Public Library Children's Room
May 5 @ 10:00 am – 10:30 am
Our regular Story Time is designed for children ages 2 to 5. We read 5 or 6 books and then do a craft that relates to the stories.
MA – Route 66: Main Street Through St. Louis 6:30 pm
RHML – Book Club – Adult 7:00 pm
RHML – Book Club – Adult
May 5 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
 
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MA – Maplewood Knitters, Crocheters, and Needle Workers Club 10:00 am
MA – Maplewood Knitters, Crocheters, and Needle Workers Club @ Maplewood Public Library
May 6 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am
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.
Anime Afternoon 3:00 pm
Anime Afternoon @ Meeting Room
May 6 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Like anime? Join your friends to watch some anime, discuss Japanese pop culture and your favorite manga!
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Adult Event: Barnes and Noble Book Fair supporting Municipal Library Consortium 11:00 am
Adult Event: Barnes and Noble Book Fair supporting Municipal Library Consortium
May 7 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Join Barnes and Noble in supporting the Municipal Library Consortium with their Bookfair. Special Events feature St. Louis author Elaine Viets signing her book "The Art of Murder" from 1 PM-3 PM and a Children's Art Show and Storytime at 11 AM. Use Bookfair number 11823663. A percentage of all bookstore and cafe sales will be contributed to the libraries Continue Reading
Barnes & Noble/Municipal Library Consortium Bookfair 11:00 am
Barnes & Noble/Municipal Library Consortium Bookfair
May 7 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Join us at Barnes and Noble's Ladue Road location for a Bookfair supporting the Municipal Library Consortium. There will be a children’s art show and story time at 11 a.m., and St. Louis author Elaine Viets will sign her book “The Art of Murder” from 1 - 3 p.m. Use Bookfair number 11823663. A percentage of all bookstore and cafe Continue Reading
Children’s: Barnes & Noble Book Fair Supporting Municipal Library Consortium 11:00 am
Children’s: Barnes & Noble Book Fair Supporting Municipal Library Consortium
May 7 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Join Barnes and Noble in supporting the Municipal Library Consortium with their Bookfair. Special Events feature St. Louis author Elaine Viets signing her book "The Art of Murder" from 1 PM-3 PM and a Children's Art Show and Storytime at 11 AM. Use Bookfair number 11823663. A percentage of all bookstore and cafe sales will be contributed to the libraries Continue Reading
Teen: Barnes & Noble Book Fair Supporting Municipal Library Consortium 11:00 am
Teen: Barnes & Noble Book Fair Supporting Municipal Library Consortium
May 7 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Join Barnes and Noble in supporting the Municipal Library Consortium with their Bookfair. Special Events feature St. Louis author Elaine Viets signing her book "The Art of Murder" from 1 PM-3 PM and a Children's Art Show and Storytime at 11 AM. Use Bookfair number 11823663. A percentage of all bookstore and cafe sales will be contributed to the libraries Continue Reading
Drop In IT Help 1:00 pm
Drop In IT Help @ Computer Lab
May 7 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Simply “drop in” for help with computers, tablets, the internet and other technologies. No appointment necessary. For one-on-one assistance please refer to our Grab-a-Geek program for scheduled appointments.
Book Discussion : “The Scarlet Pimpernel” by Baroness Orczy 2:00 pm
Book Discussion : “The Scarlet Pimpernel” by Baroness Orczy @ Webster Groves Public Library Meeting Room
May 7 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
The Saturday Afternoon Book Group will discuss Baroness Orczy's classic 1905 novel of an English nobleman who disguises himself to rescue his fellow aristocrats from the French revolutionaries. Book discussions are free and open to the public. For more information, call Debbie at the Library at 314.961.3784.
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Drop-In IT Help 10:00 am
Drop-In IT Help @ Computer Lab
May 10 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Simply “drop in” for help with computers, tablets, the internet and other technologies. No appointment necessary. For one-on-one assistance please refer to our Grab-a-Geek program for scheduled appointments.
Teen Advisory Board Meeting 6:30 pm
Teen Advisory Board Meeting @ Webster Groves Public Library Meeting Room
May 10 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
The Teen Advisory Board is a group of young adults (ages 12 - 18) who meet to plan programs for other teens, discuss books and music, and provide community service. For information about joining the Teen Advisory Board, contact Emily at the Library at 314.961.7262.
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Wednesday Afternoon Computer Class 2:00 pm
Wednesday Afternoon Computer Class @ Webster Groves Public Library Meeting Room
May 11 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Need help setting up an e-mail account? Trying to figure out Facebook or Twitter? Not sure how to create a document in Microsoft Office? Stop by with your computing questions, and our librarians will be here to provide you with answers. For more information, call the Library at 314.961.3784 and ask for Tom or Debbie.
Adult Event: Books on Tap 7:00 pm
Adult Event: Books on Tap
May 11 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Modern Romance by Aziz Ansari
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Baby Story Time with Miss Phyllis 9:30 am
Baby Story Time with Miss Phyllis @ Webster Groves Public Library Children's Room
May 12 @ 9:30 am – 10:00 am
Baby Story Time is designed for children ages 3 months to 2 years. We sing songs that incorporate finger play, read a few simple books and then give the babies some free play time with toys and bubbles.
MA – Book Club 7:00 pm
MA – Book Club @ Maplewood Public Library
May 12 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
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.
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MA – Maplewood Knitters, Crocheters, and Needle Workers Club 10:00 am
MA – Maplewood Knitters, Crocheters, and Needle Workers Club @ Maplewood Public Library
May 13 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am
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.
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Paper Airplane Contest 10:00 am
Paper Airplane Contest @ Webster Groves Public Library Meeting Room
May 14 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Create, fly and compete with your own paper airplane!
Drop In IT Help 1:00 pm
Drop In IT Help @ Computer Lab
May 14 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Simply “drop in” for help with computers, tablets, the internet and other technologies. No appointment necessary. For one-on-one assistance please refer to our Grab-a-Geek program for scheduled appointments.
Coloring Club 1:30 pm
Coloring Club @ Webster Groves Public Library Meeting Room
May 14 @ 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Join us for a few peaceful hours of quiet stress relief. We provide the materials, you provide the creativity. Free and open to the public. For more information, call Michelle or Emily at the Library at 314.961.7262.
Adult Event: Picture Cuba! Past. Present. Future. 2:00 pm
Adult Event: Picture Cuba! Past. Present. Future. @ Meeting Room
May 14 @ 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
See Cuba from the comfort of the library while learning the logistics of Cuban travel for US residents.
Yoga for Adults 2:00 pm
Yoga for Adults
May 14 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Increase your flexibility and de-stress with our free yoga class at the Ferguson Public Library! Adults only. You must bring your own yoga mat or beach towel.
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Drop-In IT Help 10:00 am
Drop-In IT Help @ Computer Lab
May 17 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Simply “drop in” for help with computers, tablets, the internet and other technologies. No appointment necessary. For one-on-one assistance please refer to our Grab-a-Geek program for scheduled appointments.
Story Time with Miss Phyllis 10:00 am
Story Time with Miss Phyllis @ Webster Groves Public Library Children's Room
May 17 @ 10:00 am – 10:30 am
Our regular Story Time is designed for children ages 2 to 5. We read 5 or 6 books and then do a craft that relates to the stories.
RHML – Teen Book Discussion Group – Teen 6:30 pm
RHML – Teen Book Discussion Group – Teen
May 17 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Teen Book Group, aka the Choose Your Own Book Group, meets the 3rd Tues. of the month, with participants sharing information about good books they've read recently. Refreshments are provided.
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Adult Events: Mystery Readers 2:00 pm
Adult Events: Mystery Readers @ Meeting Room
May 18 @ 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Toured to Death (An Amy’s Travel Mystery) by Hy Conrad After Amy and her mother, Fanny Abel, lose the men in their lives, they turn wholeheartedly to the travel business. While Fanny handles the business end in New York Amy is on a tour conducting her first mystery-themed road rally in Monte Carlo. Unexpectedly, the writer who wrote the mystery Continue Reading
Wednesday Afternoon Computer Class 2:00 pm
Wednesday Afternoon Computer Class @ Webster Groves Public Library Meeting Room
May 18 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Need help setting up an e-mail account? Trying to figure out Facebook or Twitter? Not sure how to create a document in Microsoft Office? Stop by with your computing questions, and our librarians will be here to provide you with answers. For more information, call the Library at 314.961.3784 and ask for Tom or Debbie.
Board of Trustees meeting 7:00 pm
Board of Trustees meeting @ Webster Groves Public Library Meeting Room
May 18 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Monthly public meeting of the Library's Board of Trustees. The Board typically meets on the third Wednesday of each month, except December. Each meeting's agenda is posted in the Library a few days prior. Attendance by and input from the public is welcome.
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Story Time with Miss Phyllis 10:00 am
Story Time with Miss Phyllis @ Webster Groves Public Library Children's Room
May 19 @ 10:00 am – 10:30 am
Our regular Story Time is designed for children ages 2 to 5. We read 5 or 6 books and then do a craft that relates to the stories.
RHML – Family Book Discussion – Children 6:00 pm
RHML – Family Book Discussion – Children
May 19 @ 6:00 pm – 6:45 pm
Parents and children participate together. Books of the current month's selection are available by registering at the Richmond Heights Memorial Library.
Community for Understanding and Hope Book Group 7:00 pm
Community for Understanding and Hope Book Group @ Kirkwood Public Library meeting room
May 19 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Community for Understanding and Hope Book Group will discuss the books March: Book 1 and Book 2 by John Lewis, Andrew Aydin, and Nate Powell at 7 pm. at Kirkwood Public Library meeting room. Leader: Nicole Warrington
MA – Writers Group 7:00 pm
MA – Writers Group @ Maplewood Public Library
May 19 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
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
RHML – Elementary Book Discussion – 3rd -5th graders 7:00 pm
RHML – Elementary Book Discussion – 3rd -5th graders
May 19 @ 7:00 pm – 7:45 pm
Students in grades 3rd - 5th grade may pick up a copy of the month's book selection by registering at the Richmond Heights Memorial Library.
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MA – Maplewood Knitters, Crocheters, and Needle Workers Club 10:00 am
MA – Maplewood Knitters, Crocheters, and Needle Workers Club @ Maplewood Public Library
May 20 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am
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.
Minecraft Club 4:45 pm
Minecraft Club @ Webster Groves Public Library Meeting Room
May 20 @ 4:45 pm – 6:30 pm
The Minecraft Club meets one Friday each month to play on the Library's Minecraft server. The server is open to players ages 9 - 17 who have a card at any of the Municipal Library Consortium locations. No registration is necessary to come to Minecraft Club, but you can register for home access to the server through this form : Continue Reading
Minecraft Club 4:45 pm
Minecraft Club @ Webster Groves Public Library Meeting Room
May 20 @ 4:45 pm – 6:30 pm
The Minecraft Club meets one Friday each month to play on the Library's Minecraft server. The server is open to players ages 9 - 17 who have a card at any of the Municipal Library Consortium locations. No registration is necessary to come to Minecraft Club, but you can register for home access to the server through this form : Continue Reading
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Children’s – Summer Reading Kick Off 10:00 am
Children’s – Summer Reading Kick Off
May 21 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Activities for all ages - River Bound Band, The Bubble Bus, Smoothies, Crafts & Activities. SIGN UP FOR SUMMER READING! Summer Reading Dates: May 21 thru August 6
Drop In IT Help 1:00 pm
Drop In IT Help @ Computer Lab
May 21 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Simply “drop in” for help with computers, tablets, the internet and other technologies. No appointment necessary. For one-on-one assistance please refer to our Grab-a-Geek program for scheduled appointments.
Lego Mania 2:00 pm
Lego Mania @ Webster Groves Public Library Meeting Room
May 21 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
 
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Summer Reading Program starts!
RHML – Baby & Toddler Stories – Children 9:15 am
Preschool Storytime 10:00 am
Preschool Storytime
May 23 @ 10:00 am – 10:30 am
 
RHML – Baby & Toddler Stories – Children 10:00 am
Library Board Meeting 6:00 pm
Library Board Meeting
May 23 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
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.
MA – Tack Quilting 6:30 pm
MA – Tack Quilting
May 23 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
 
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Drop-In IT Help 10:00 am
Drop-In IT Help @ Computer Lab
May 24 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Simply “drop in” for help with computers, tablets, the internet and other technologies. No appointment necessary. For one-on-one assistance please refer to our Grab-a-Geek program for scheduled appointments.
Senior Nutrition and Healthy Summer Meals 2:00 pm
Senior Nutrition and Healthy Summer Meals
May 24 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Chef and Nutrition Director Michael Dewes will discuss the special nutritional needs of seniors and how to meet those needs with healthy summer recipes.
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Summer Reading Program Begins!
Summer Reading Program Begins!
May 25 all-day
Registration begins for the 2016 summer reading program "On Your Mark, Get Set, READ!"
Adult Event: Flapper Era: Gateway to Modernity by Bev Schuetz 2:00 pm
Adult Event: Flapper Era: Gateway to Modernity by Bev Schuetz @ Meeting Room
May 25 @ 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
In conjuction with the Library's 90th anniversary, join us for a delightful, informative look at ten years that forever changed America. Flappers in the roaring twenties discarded the corset and conservatism of the Victorians and defiantly brought about changes in sexual mores, fashion, music, culture and religion, Society would never be the same again. Discover the reasons for change and Continue Reading
Wednesday Afternoon Computer Class 2:00 pm
Wednesday Afternoon Computer Class @ Webster Groves Public Library Meeting Room
May 25 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Need help setting up an e-mail account? Trying to figure out Facebook or Twitter? Not sure how to create a document in Microsoft Office? Stop by with your computing questions, and our librarians will be here to provide you with answers. For more information, call the Library at 314.961.3784 and ask for Tom or Debbie.
MA – Hardboiled Wonderland Film Series 6:45 pm
Adult Event: Crafter Work: Wine Cork Craft 7:00 pm
Adult Event: Crafter Work: Wine Cork Craft @ Meeting Room
May 25 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
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Baby Story Time with Miss Phyllis 9:30 am
Baby Story Time with Miss Phyllis @ Webster Groves Public Library Children's Room
May 26 @ 9:30 am – 10:00 am
Baby Story Time is designed for children ages 3 months to 2 years. We sing songs that incorporate finger play, read a few simple books and then give the babies some free play time with toys and bubbles.
SRP Coloring Kickoff Party with Painting for Peace 4:00 pm
Busy 9:30 pm
Busy
May 26 @ 9:30 pm – 11:30 pm
 
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MA – Maplewood Knitters, Crocheters, and Needle Workers Club 10:00 am
MA – Maplewood Knitters, Crocheters, and Needle Workers Club @ Maplewood Public Library
May 27 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am
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.
Teens – Minecraft Night! 5:30 pm
Teens – Minecraft Night!
May 27 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
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 3,500 hours played. Will you join the phenomenon! Loading...
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On Your Mark…Movie Saturday! 10:00 am
On Your Mark…Movie Saturday! @ Webster Groves Public Library Meeting Room
May 28 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
We will show two sports related family movies in our meeting room to kick off summer reading 2016! Movie #1 will be Angels in the Outfield and movie #2 will be AirBud. Both are rated PG.
Drop In IT Help 1:00 pm
Drop In IT Help @ Computer Lab
May 28 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Simply “drop in” for help with computers, tablets, the internet and other technologies. No appointment necessary. For one-on-one assistance please refer to our Grab-a-Geek program for scheduled appointments.
Yoga for Adults 2:00 pm
Yoga for Adults
May 28 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Increase your flexibility and de-stress with our free yoga class at the Ferguson Public Library! Adults only. You must bring your own yoga mat or beach towel.
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MA – Adult Summer Reading Program
RHML 2016 Summer Reading Club Registration Begins
RHML 2016 Summer Reading Club Registration Begins
May 31 all-day
Mind-Body Fitness is our theme this year. On Your Mark...Get Set...READ!
Drop-In IT Help 10:00 am
Drop-In IT Help @ Computer Lab
May 31 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Simply “drop in” for help with computers, tablets, the internet and other technologies. No appointment necessary. For one-on-one assistance please refer to our Grab-a-Geek program for scheduled appointments.
Busy 11:30 pm
Busy
May 31 @ 11:30 pm – Jun 1 @ 12:30 am
 
Adult Event: Letters Home 7:00 pm
Adult Event: Letters Home @ Front lawn of Library near flag pole.
May 31 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Celebrate the lives of our soldiers in their Letters Home sent by them during their time serving our country. Area boy scouts will come to this program. Men in uniform will tell us first hand why letters from home are so important to them. Your neighbors will read some of these letters as well as tell of their loved ones Continue Reading