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Wonderful Reptiles with Sam

6:00pm–7:00pm
All Ages, PreK (ages 0-5), Children (ages 5-11), Young Adult (ages 12-18), Adults (ages 18+)
Union
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Union
Room: Meeting Room B & C
Age Group: All Ages, PreK (ages 0-5), Children (ages 5-11), Young Adult (ages 12-18), Adults (ages 18+)
Program Type: Entertainment, Homeschool, Lectures
Registration Required
Event Details:

Sam will be showing  reptiles and amphibians and talk about where they live and taking care of them.  You might decide they make cool pets.
 


 

Disclaimer(s)

If you need accommodations for this class, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Please register each person attending the class or event regardless of age.

Bedazzled Book Covers

5:30pm–7:30pm
Young Adult (ages 12-18), Adults (ages 18+)
St. Clair
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: St. Clair
Room: Meeting Room A & B
Age Group: Young Adult (ages 12-18), Adults (ages 18+)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

We will be using tiny gems to bedazzle our favorite book covers! We will pick elements of our book to gem such as the title or a small image. Bring your own book or we can print a cover for you.

Homeschool Event-Roller Coaster-Session 1

10:00am–11:00am
PreK (ages 0-5), Children (ages 5-11), Young Adult (ages 12-18)
Sullivan
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sullivan
Room: Meeting Room A & B
Age Group: PreK (ages 0-5), Children (ages 5-11), Young Adult (ages 12-18)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Rollercoaster challenge.  Can you create a coaster that will keep a marble moving forward?  Join us and accept the challenge!

Homeschool Event-Roller Coaster- Session 2

11:00am–12:00pm
PreK (ages 0-5), Children (ages 5-11), Young Adult (ages 12-18)
Sullivan
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sullivan
Room: Meeting Room A & B
Age Group: PreK (ages 0-5), Children (ages 5-11), Young Adult (ages 12-18)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Rollercoaster challenge.  Can you create a coaster that will keep a marble moving forward?  Join us and accept the challenge!

Dungeons and Dragons Club

12:00pm–3:00pm
Young Adult (ages 12-18), Adults (ages 18+)
Union
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Union
Room: Meeting Room B & C
Age Group: Young Adult (ages 12-18), Adults (ages 18+)
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for Dungeons & Dragons Club. Let the campaigning begin! Beginners and seasoned players are welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

If you need accommodations for this class, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Registration is not required for this class.

Back to School Bullet Journals

4:30pm–5:30pm
Young Adult (ages 12-18)
Owensville
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Owensville
Age Group: Young Adult (ages 12-18)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bullet journals are customizable notebooks, used for planning, tracking, and reflecting on various aspects of life. It combines elements from planners, diaries, and even a mindfulness practice to help you start your school year on the right foot.

Disclaimer(s)

All supplies provided.  

Kumihimo Friendship Bracelets

6:00pm–7:00pm
Young Adult (ages 12-18)
Union
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Union
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Young Adult (ages 12-18)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the art of kumihimo and then make a friendship bracelet!

Disclaimer(s)

If you need accommodations for this class, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Homeschool Group

2:00pm–3:00pm
Children (ages 5-11), Young Adult (ages 12-18)
New Haven
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Haven
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (ages 5-11), Young Adult (ages 12-18)
Program Type: Homeschool
Registration Required
Event Details:

This month: S.T.E.A.M. Challenges! 

A thrilling program where kids race against time and each other in epic S.T.E.A.M. challenges, using creativity and teamwork to solve cool problems and have a blast!

Disclaimer(s)

If you need accommodations for this class, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

All supplies provided.  

Kids Bingo

6:00pm–7:00pm
Children (ages 5-11), Young Adult (ages 12-18)
Wright City
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wright City
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (ages 5-11), Young Adult (ages 12-18)
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Calling all kids! Join us for some bingo fun and win some books!

Disclaimer(s)

If you need accommodations for this class, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Back to School Bash!

1:00pm–3:00pm
PreK (ages 0-5), Children (ages 5-11), Young Adult (ages 12-18), Adults (ages 18+)
Union
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Union
Room: Meeting Room A, B, & C (Union)
Age Group: PreK (ages 0-5), Children (ages 5-11), Young Adult (ages 12-18), Adults (ages 18+)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Entertainment, Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a back-to-school bash! There will be snacks, crafts, and a FOAM CANNON! Be prepared to get messy and have fun!

Disclaimer(s)

If you need accommodations for this class, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Food and/or drinks will be served at this class or event. Please contact the Library with any questions or concerns you have.

Please ask to see packaging at the event if you need allergy information.  

This class may involve messy crafts or activities.  Please dress to be messy! 

Registration is not required for this class.

All supplies provided.  

Novice D&D Chronicles: Quests for New Adventurers

10:00am–12:00pm
Young Adult (ages 12-18)
St. Clair
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: St. Clair
Room: Meeting Room A & B
Age Group: Young Adult (ages 12-18)
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Brand new DM will lead a small group of new adventurers into unveiled quests of Dungeons & Dragons. This group is intended for brand new participants to D&D. Dice, books, materials provided. Just bring yourself!

Foam-tastic Fun Day!!

11:00am–12:30pm
All Ages, PreK (ages 0-5), Children (ages 5-11), Young Adult (ages 12-18), Adults (ages 18+)
Wright City
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Wright City
Age Group: All Ages, PreK (ages 0-5), Children (ages 5-11), Young Adult (ages 12-18), Adults (ages 18+)
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready to splash and chill! Join us for a bubby foam party and snow cones- fun for all ages.

Disclaimer(s)

If you need accommodations for this class, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Food and/or drinks will be served at this class or event. Please contact the Library with any questions or concerns you have.

Please ask to see packaging at the event if you need allergy information.  

This class may involve messy crafts or activities.  Please dress to be messy! 

Please register each person attending the class or event regardless of age.

All supplies provided.  

Dungeons and Dragons Club

12:00pm–3:00pm
Young Adult (ages 12-18), Adults (ages 18+)
Union
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Union
Room: Meeting Room B & C
Age Group: Young Adult (ages 12-18), Adults (ages 18+)
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for Dungeons & Dragons Club. Let the campaigning begin! Beginners and seasoned players are welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

If you need accommodations for this class, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Registration is not required for this class.

Sincerely Yours, Laura Ingalls Wilder

10:00am–11:00am
All Ages, PreK (ages 0-5), Children (ages 5-11), Young Adult (ages 12-18), Adults (ages 18+)
Sullivan
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sullivan
Room: Meeting Room A & B
Age Group: All Ages, PreK (ages 0-5), Children (ages 5-11), Young Adult (ages 12-18), Adults (ages 18+)
Program Type: Entertainment, Lectures
Registration Required
Event Details:

(*Geared towards kids/family-friendly!*) In full costume, I tell the story after the Little House books end, covering Laura’s move to MO in 1894 and why she wrote the books in her later years.

Disclaimer(s)

If you need accommodations for this class, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Bookworms Unleashed-After Hours Nerf War

5:00pm–6:30pm
Children (ages 5-11), Young Adult (ages 12-18), Adults (ages 18+)
St. Clair
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: St. Clair
Room: Meeting Room A & B
Age Group: Children (ages 5-11), Young Adult (ages 12-18), Adults (ages 18+)
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us after hours for an epic battle among the bookshelves! It's important to arrive 10 minutes prior to the program start time due to the doors being locked and needing to go over all the safety rules.

Disclaimer(s)

Please register each person attending the class or event regardless of age.

Jagua and Henna Art with Alexis Austriaco

5:00pm–7:00pm
Young Adult (ages 12-18), Adults (ages 18+)
Pacific
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Pacific
Room: Meeting Room A & B
Age Group: Young Adult (ages 12-18), Adults (ages 18+)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Jagua/Henna artist and owner of Love is Mehndi, Alexis Austriaco joins us for this unforgettable program.

Disclaimer(s)

If you need accommodations for this class, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Website Walkthrough

6:00pm–7:00pm
Young Adult (ages 12-18)
Union
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Union
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Young Adult (ages 12-18)
Program Type: Lectures
Registration Required
Event Details:

We will be going through the online resources on our website and explain how they can be beneficial for you during the school year.

Disclaimer(s)

If you need accommodations for this class, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Please register each person attending the class or event regardless of age.

Homeschool Group

2:00pm–3:00pm
Children (ages 5-11), Young Adult (ages 12-18)
New Haven
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: New Haven
Age Group: Children (ages 5-11), Young Adult (ages 12-18)
Program Type: Homeschool
Registration Required
Event Details:

This month: Squishy Circuits! Join us as we learn and explore the world of electricity! 

Disclaimer(s)

If you need accommodations for this class, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

All supplies provided.  

Homeschool Session 1-Build It!

10:00am–11:00am
PreK (ages 0-5), Children (ages 5-11), Young Adult (ages 12-18)
Sullivan
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sullivan
Room: Meeting Room A & B
Age Group: PreK (ages 0-5), Children (ages 5-11), Young Adult (ages 12-18)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Early Literacy, Games & Activities, Homeschool
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a fun and engaging programed designed for homeschool families!  Session includes hands on activities, and Calling all young builders, designers, and creators....

Homeschool Session 2 - Build It!

11:00am–12:00pm
PreK (ages 0-5), Children (ages 5-11), Young Adult (ages 12-18)
Sullivan
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sullivan
Room: Meeting Room A & B
Age Group: PreK (ages 0-5), Children (ages 5-11), Young Adult (ages 12-18)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Early Literacy, Games & Activities, Homeschool
Registration Required
Event Details:

Calling all young builders, designers, and creators.... get ready to think big and build even bigger at our interactive building themed event.

Dungeons and Dragons Club

12:00pm–3:00pm
Young Adult (ages 12-18), Adults (ages 18+)
Union
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Union
Room: Meeting Room B & C
Age Group: Young Adult (ages 12-18), Adults (ages 18+)
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for Dungeons & Dragons Club. Let the campaigning begin! Beginners and seasoned players are welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

If you need accommodations for this class, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Registration is not required for this class.

Teens-Tee-Rific VR!

3:30pm–4:30pm
Young Adult (ages 12-18), Adults (ages 18+)
Hermann
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Hermann
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Young Adult (ages 12-18), Adults (ages 18+)
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Tee off in a virtual world of fun! Play mini golf, laugh, and compete in an unforgettable VR party that’s perfect for all skill levels. (Age 13 and up)

Tolkien Trivia Night with Host Brett Biaggio!

6:00pm–8:00pm
Young Adult (ages 12-18), Adults (ages 18+)
Pacific
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Pacific
Room: Meeting Room A & B
Age Group: Young Adult (ages 12-18), Adults (ages 18+)
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

It's Hobbit Day and birthday of Bilbo and Frodo Baggins!

Disclaimer(s)

If you need accommodations for this class, please contact the Library as soon as you are able.

Food and/or drinks will be served at this class or event. Please contact the Library with any questions or concerns you have.

Please ask to see packaging at the event if you need allergy information.  

Teen Homeschool Group

1:00pm–2:00pm
Young Adult (ages 12-18)
St. Clair
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: St. Clair
Room: Meeting Room A & B
Age Group: Young Adult (ages 12-18)
Program Type: Homeschool
Registration Required
Event Details:

Teens ages 12-15 are invited to get together for fun and educational crafts, activities, and games. 

Last Wednesday of every month September-May