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Beginning Chess: Six week class for youth with little or no chess experience. Fridays, June 10, 17, July 1, 8, 22, Aug. 5, 2016 at 10 am. Sign up required.

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.

Join us for a different kind of book club, where we'll dive into a new graphic novel each month while enjoying some snacks. Books available at the library for check out.

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.

The Saturday Afternoon Book Group will discuss Isabel Allende's The Japanese Lover, a story of the lifelong bond between a European woman and Japanese man who met in San Francisco during World War II but couldn't be together. Book discussions are free and open to the public. For more information, call Debbie at the Library at 314.961.3784.

Saturday afternoon Story Time With Miss Phyllis, features 4-6 books, an activity, snack and is open to kids of all ages.

 

 

 

Storytime - Join us for stories, songs, games & crafts.

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.

Miss Michaela, from Joga Yoga, will be joining us for a fun time of stories and yoga this summer. Register early space is limited.

Summer story time features 4-5 books, a snack, an activity and is open to kids of all ages.

The Tuesday Evening Book Group will discuss The Vegetarian by Han Kang about a Korean family's reactions when one of their members begins acting increasingly strangely after having a violent dream. Book discussions are free and open to the public. For more information, call Tom at the Library at 314.961.3784.

 

Circus Kaput: join us for this circus, juggling and magic show.

 

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.

Decorate a t-shirt and turn it into a tote. No sewing required!

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.

We will be showing the movie The Mighty Ducks, which is rated PG, and serving popcorn and juice boxes.

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.

Storytime for ages 6-24 months and their caretakers.

Enjoy the tactile wonders of paint, glitter, glue and more. Dress to be messy. Recommended for 18 months to age 4. Held first Thursday of each month.

Build with the Bits for the younger set. Design & build your own inventions with our Little Bits. Recommended for ages 5-8.

Miss Michaela, from Joga Yoga, will be joining us for a fun time of stories and yoga this summer. Register early space is limited.

 

 

 

Do animals follow the food pyramid? Learn about what animals eat and find out how they receive proper nutrition both at the Zoo and in the wild. Meet a few animals and see what they have to teach us about eating well. Register early, space is limited.

 

Beginning Chess: Six week class for youth with little or no chess experience. Fridays, June 10, 17, July 1, 8, 22, Aug. 5, 2016 at 10 am. Sign up required.

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.

Bigger, Better, Nerfier!! Join us for an epic battle involving tables, chairs, nerf guns, and of course, boxes! Zombie challenges may be expected. Loading...

Fisrt Art for the Saturday Set. Enjoy the tactile wonders of paint, glitter, glue and more. Dress to be messy. Recommended for 18 months to age 4.

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.

Nature’s Olympians will feature exotic animals from all around the world that utilize very unique abilities to compete and survive in the wild. Be prepared to get up-close and personal learning about these very competitive creatures!

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.

Guitarist Larry Bolles presents historic St. Louis composers.

 

 

Children entering 1st - 4th grade partner with teen volunteers for one-on-one reading time. Children and teens must apply to participate. Apply online or at the library.

Teen volunteers for Reading Buddies. Teens entering grades 7 & up partner with kids for weekly reading time. Gain service hours. There are 2 sessions; Session I: 1:30 - 2:15 & Session II: 2:30 - 3:15. Go to the teen page of the web site & click volunteer to apply. Applications will not accepted after 5/28/16.

Children entering 1st - 4th grade partner with teen volunteers for one-on-one reading time. Children and teens must apply to participate.

 

 

Family Book Club Junior. "Crenshaw" by Katherine Applegate. For children in grades 4-5 and their guardians. Books available for check out at the library.

We will be discussing The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams.

Storytime - Join us for stories, songs, games & crafts.

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.

Miss Michaela, from Joga Yoga, will be joining us for a fun time of stories and yoga this summer. Register early space is limited.

Summer story time features 4-5 books, a snack, an activity and is open to kids of all ages.

 

 

With a little knowledge & creativity, YOU can concoct delicious, nutritious after-school snacks, including: fruit smoothies, mini-tacos, and handmade chocolates…. Register early, space is limited.

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.

Laughing Matters presents Double Play. Join us for this lively program of circus skills, funny fables, and audience participation.

 

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.

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 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.

What have you been reading? Members share their summer favorites, book trivia, and prizes!

 

Storytime for ages 6-24 months and their caretakers.

Families following along to the yoga video "Yoga For Families: Connect With Your Kids." Yoga mats will be provided by the library.

Storytime for young 2's and those not yet ready for regular storytime. Join us for stories, activities and crafts.

Come make your own Ear Bud Case & chat with your friends. Recommended for ages 9-12.

Miss Michaela, from Joga Yoga, will be joining us for a fun time of stories and yoga this summer. Register early space is limited.

 

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.

The first session of the Lego Mindstorms Workshop. Learn to Code and get ready for the building session held later in the summer. Recommended for ages 9 and up. Loading...

Save the Date! The first session of the Lego Mindstorms Workshop. Learn to Code and get ready for the building session held later in the summer. Recommended for ages 9 and up. Loading...

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

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

 

The Wright Brothers by David McCullough. Two-time winner of the Pulitzer Prize David McCullough tells the dramatic story-behind-the-story about the courageous brothers who taught the world how to fly: Wilbur and Orville Wright. In this thrilling book, master historian David McCullough draws on the immense riches of the Wright Papers, including private diaries, notebooks, scrapbooks, and more than a thousand Continue Reading

Storytime - Join us for stories, songs, games & crafts.

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.

 

Come and read to the Champ Reading Dogs.

 

Intermediate Chess: Six week class for youth with some chess experience. Mondays, June 13, 20, 27, July 18, 25 and Aug. 1, 2016 at 10 am. Please sign up online.

 

Children entering 1st - 4th grade partner with teen volunteers for one-on-one reading time. Children and teens must apply to participate. Apply online or at the library.

Teen volunteers for Reading Buddies. Teens entering grades 7 & up partner with kids for weekly reading time. Gain service hours. There are 2 sessions; Session I: 1:30 - 2:15 & Session II: 2:30 - 3:15. Go to the teen page of the web site & click volunteer to apply. Applications will not accepted after 5/28/16.

Children entering 1st - 4th grade partner with teen volunteers for one-on-one reading time. Children and teens must apply to participate.

 

Storytime - Join us for stories, songs, games & crafts.

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.

Miss Michaela, from Joga Yoga, will be joining us for a fun time of stories and yoga this summer. Register early space is limited.

Summer story time features 4-5 books, a snack, an activity and is open to kids of all ages.

Have the whole family join us for Summer Art.

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.

Dulcimer Guy: Join us for a combination of music, storytelling and humor.

 

Unnatural Death: a Lord Peter Wimsey mystery by Dorothy Sayers. Lord Peter Winsey is determined to investigate the death of a wealthy elderly lady. Assisted by his servant, Bunter, and Miss Alexandra Climpson, he follows the clues from a picturesque village in Hampshire to a flat in bustling London.

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.

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.

Bring your gently used books to swap for new ones and make a book related craft. Ages 8-12 and we will be meeting in the children's department craft area.

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.

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.

Storytime for ages 6-24 months and their caretakers.

Storytime for young 2's and those not yet ready for regular storytime. Join us for stories, activities and crafts.

Design & build your own inventions with our Little Bits. Recommended for ages 9 & up.

Miss Michaela, from Joga Yoga, will be joining us for a fun time of stories and yoga this summer. Register early space is limited.

 

 

Community for Understanding and Hope Book Group will discuss the book Power Concedes Nothing: One Woman's Quest for Social Justice in America, from the Courtroom to the Kill Zones by Connie Rice at 7 pm. at Kirkwood Public Library meeting room. Leader: Lee Potts

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

Beginning Chess: Six week class for youth with little or no chess experience. Fridays, June 10, 17, July 1, 8, 22, Aug. 5, 2016 at 10 am. Sign up required.

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 second session of the Lego Mindstorms Workshop. Take the challenge and learn to build with Lego Mindstorms. Recommended for ages 9 and up. Sign up required. Loading...

The second session of the Lego Mindstorms Workshop. Take the challenge and learn to build with Lego Mindstorms. Recommended for ages 9 and up. Sign up required. Loading...

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...

Storytime - Join us for stories, songs, games & crafts.

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.

Color your stress away! Coloring books, pencils and pens will provided by the library and you are also welcome to bring your own.

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.

 

Intermediate Chess: Six week class for youth with some chess experience. Mondays, June 13, 20, 27, July 18, 25 and Aug. 1, 2016 at 10 am. Please sign up online.

 

Children entering 1st - 4th grade partner with teen volunteers for one-on-one reading time. Children and teens must apply to participate. Apply online or at the library.

Teen volunteers for Reading Buddies. Teens entering grades 7 & up partner with kids for weekly reading time. Gain service hours. There are 2 sessions; Session I: 1:30 - 2:15 & Session II: 2:30 - 3:15. Go to the teen page of the web site & click volunteer to apply. Applications will not accepted after 5/28/16.

Children entering 1st - 4th grade partner with teen volunteers for one-on-one reading time. Children and teens must apply to participate.

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.

Family Book Club will discuss:"I am Malala Young Readers Edition" by Malala Yousafzai. For grades 6-8 and their guardians. Books available at the library for check out.

Storytime - Join us for stories, songs, games & crafts.

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.

Miss Michaela, from Joga Yoga, will be joining us for a fun time of stories and yoga this summer. Register early space is limited.

Summer story time features 4-5 books, a snack, an activity and is open to kids of all ages.

Make and play with foamy paint. Need we say more?

World Bird Sanctuary presents Raptor Awareness.

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.

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.

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Storytime for ages 6-24 months and their caretakers.

Storytime for young 2's and those not yet ready for regular storytime. Join us for stories, activities and crafts.

Get the whole family's creative juices flowing and join us for Family Crafts.

Miss Michaela, from Joga Yoga, will be joining us for a fun time of stories and yoga this summer. Register early space is limited.

 

 

 

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 third session of the Lego Mindstorms Workshop. Take the challenge and learn to build with Lego Mindstorms. Recommended for ages 9 and up. Sign up required. Loading...

The third session of the Lego Mindstorms Workshop. Take the challenge and learn to build with Lego Mindstorms. Recommended for ages 9 and up. Sign up required. Loading...

The Friends of the Kirkwood Public Library will hold a Book Sale on July 29 and 30 in the Library, 140 E. Jefferson Avenue, Kirkwood. This will be a “Bag Sale.” Buy a bag of books (we’ll provide the bag) for $8 on Friday and $5 on Saturday. All kinds of books will be on sale – fiction, non-fiction, children’s Continue Reading

Children and teen Summer Reading participants and their families are invited to an evening swim party at the Maplewood Aquatic Center from 6:00 - 8:00 pm. Free tickets for this event will be available in the Children's Library beginning July 18.

 

 

 

 

 

The Friends of the Kirkwood Public Library will hold a Book Sale on July 29 and 30 in the Library, 140 E. Jefferson Avenue, Kirkwood. This will be a “Bag Sale.” Buy a bag of books (we’ll provide the bag) for $8 on Friday and $5 on Saturday. All kinds of books will be on sale – fiction, non-fiction, children’s Continue Reading

Storytime - Join us for stories, songs, games & crafts.

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.

Our July 30th Fashion Design Studio offers children's ages 5-18 an opportunity to design their own fashions, shoes, handbags and other accessories. All materials will be provided by the library. Any fashions our young designers create will belong to them.