Sunday Make ‘n Play Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library 2-4 p.m. for families with kids from infants-grade 4 Don’t have time for storytime during the week? Drop in for a hands-on, interactive experience with a maker, play and art focus. We’ll provide multiple activity stations and fun read-alouds. Be prepared to make new friends, get messy and have family fun!
Tuesday, August 21, 2018
Impromptu Inventor-noons Strafford Branch Library 3:30 p.m. for grades 2-6 Budding scientists, engineers, inventors and artists can enjoy a new STEAM challenge each week featuring a variety of materials including Quirk Bots, Makedos, K’NEX, LEGOS and soft circuits.
Friday, August 24, 2018
Our Community Rocks Midtown Carnegie Branch Library 10 a.m. for infants-age 6 Who do you want to be when you grow up? Hear from a different community worker each week in August as they read us a story and tell us why they rock! Stay for more stories and activities after each presentation.
Saturday, August 25, 2018
Build-It Saturday Republic Branch Library 11 a.m. for grades K-8 See what you can construct using your imagination and LEGO bricks, blocks and other building materials.
Monday, August 27, 2018
Book Bites Willard Branch Library 5:30 p.m. for grades 4-6 Listen along as we read aloud the first few chapters of the Mark Twain Award Nominee "Framed!" by James Ponti while working on a craft. Materials and snacks will be provided; seating is limited. Registration starts August 1; call 417-742-4258.
Tuesday, August 28, 2018
Impromptu Inventor-noons Strafford Branch Library 3:30 p.m. for grades 2-6 Budding scientists, engineers, inventors and artists can enjoy a new STEAM challenge each week featuring a variety of materials including Quirk Bots, Makedos, K’NEX, LEGOS and soft circuits.
Friday, August 31, 2018
Our Community Rocks Midtown Carnegie Branch Library 10 a.m. for infants-age 6 Who do you want to be when you grow up? Hear from a different community worker each week in August as they read us a story and tell us why they rock! Stay for more stories and activities after each presentation.
Saturday, September 1, 2018
Back to Hogwarts Library Center 1-3 p.m. for grades 2-6 Get ready for a new school year at Hogwarts School of Wizardry as you get sorted into your house and take a few magical classes. Harry Potter event.
Sunday, September 2, 2018
Sunday Make & Play Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library 2-4 p.m. for families with kids from infants-grade 3 Don’t have time for storytime during the week? Drop in for a hands-on, interactive experience with a maker, play and art focus. We’ll provide multiple activity stations and fun read-alouds. Be prepared to make new friends, get messy and have family fun!
Tuesday, September 4, 2018
Impromptu Inventor-noons Strafford Branch Library 3:30 p.m. for grades 2-6 Explore science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics in a unique way with a new challenge each week.
Wednesday, September 5, 2018
Adventures at Hogwarts Fair Grove Branch Library 3-5 p.m. for grades K-12 It's been 20 years since the U.S. release of "Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone." Celebrate this milestone with an afternoon of crafts, activities, butterbeer and chocolate frogs before returning to the Muggle world. Harry Potter event.
Thursday, September 6, 2018
Reading Pals Republic Branch Library 4:30 p.m. for grades K-5 Our friends from Pet Therapy of the Ozarks need your help -- they love a good story but can't read. Practice your reading skills with these furry, loveable friends.
Friday, September 7, 2018
Family Movie Night at the Library Library Center 6:30 p.m. for all ages Join us each month as we watch a movie on our big screen and do an activity. "The LEGO Ninjago Movie," rated PG, and build with LEGO bricks .
Saturday, September 8, 2018
Weasley's Slimes and Potions 101 Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library 10 a.m. for grades 3-6 Prepare for your O.W.L.s with this wizarding workshop. Dress for a mess! Harry Potter event.
STEAM Train Library Station 2-4 p.m. for grades 1-6 All aboard the STEAM train for an afternoon of scientific exploration and educational play! Materials will be provided. Volcanic Blast! Fun will erupt during our STEAM Train volcano program! Children will learn about the science surrounding volcanoes and get to make two different kinds of volcanoes during a hands-on afternoon of discovery. Wear clothes you can get messy in! .
Weasley's Slimes and Potions 101 Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library 3 p.m. for grades 3-6 Prepare for your O.W.L.s with this wizarding workshop. Dress for a mess! Harry Potter event.
Tuesday, September 11, 2018
Impromptu Inventor-noons Strafford Branch Library 3:30 p.m. for grades 2-6 Explore science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics in a unique way with a new challenge each week.
Wednesday, September 12, 2018
Itsy Bitsy Science Club Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library 10 a.m. for ages 2-6 Discover your inner scientist as we explore, build and create with science, technology, engineering, art and math. Dress for a mess!
Thursday, September 13, 2018
Hop on the Hogwarts Express! Midtown Carnegie Branch Library 3:30-5 p.m. for grades 3-6 Calling all young Harry Potter fans! Celebrate Harry's birthday at the library with crafts, games and snacks. Harry Potter event. Registration starts September 1; call 417-862-0135.
Sunday, September 16, 2018
Sunday Make & Play Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library 2-4 p.m. for families with kids from infants-grade 3 Don’t have time for storytime during the week? Drop in for a hands-on, interactive experience with a maker, play and art focus. We’ll provide multiple activity stations and fun read-alouds. Be prepared to make new friends, get messy and have family fun!
Monday, September 17, 2018
Reading Pals Willard Branch Library 4:30 p.m. for grades K-5 Our friends from Pet Therapy of the Ozarks need your help - they love a good story but they can't read. Practice your reading skills with these furry, loveable friends.
Pajama Storytime Republic Branch Library 6:30 p.m. for infants-age 6 Wear your pajamas and cuddle up with a stuffed animal as you listen to stories and sing songs perfect for bedtime.
Tuesday, September 18, 2018
Impromptu Inventor-noons Strafford Branch Library 3:30 p.m. for grades 2-6 Explore science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics in a unique way with a new challenge each week.
Friday, September 21, 2018
Racing to Read Playtime: Pajama Playtime Library Center 6:30 p.m. for ages 18 months-age 6 Learning begins at birth, and playing is how young children learn. Wear your pajamas and join us for a playdate filled with unstructured, developmentally appropriate activities for toddlers and preschoolers. Kids and parents can visit, play and socialize. You’ll find fun activities you can recreate at home and enjoy some of our special toys.
Saturday, September 22, 2018
7th Annual Owls of Harry Potter Republic Branch Library 10 a.m. for grades K-5 Join our friends from the Dickerson Park Zoo to meet and learn about the preferred Hogwarts method for letter sending -- the owl. You'll also get a chance to meet other animals from the wizarding world. Afterwards play games and do crafts and activities inspired by the world of Harry Potter. Harry Potter event.
Sunday, September 23, 2018
The Second Annual Schweitzer Brentwood's Got Talent: A Neighborhood Talent Show for All Ages Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library 2-4 p.m. for all ages Celebrate the talent in our community as you watch your friends and neighbors perform in our neighborhood talent show! Prizes will be awarded to the winning acts in each age category.
Monday, September 24, 2018
Book Bites Willard Branch Library 5:30 p.m. for grades 4-6 Each month we'll explore a different middle grade novel. Listen along as we read aloud the first few chapters while working on a craft. Materials and snacks will be provided; seating is limited. "Running Out of Time" by Margaret Peterson Haddix. Registration starts September 1; call 417-742-4258.
Tuesday, September 25, 2018
Fall StoryWalk Howard Smith Community Park, 410 E Bumgarner Blvd. 11 a.m. for infants-preschool Join us for a Racing to Read Storytime at the park where we’ll launch a StoryWalk® featuring "We’re Going on a Leaf Hunt" by Steve Metzger. StoryWalks® combine three important elements that promote learning: reading, moving and enjoying the outdoors. After we read our StoryWalk® title, we’ll walk along the trail and enjoy the book displayed on signs along the way. The StoryWalk® will be available through October 14. Co-sponsored by the City of Strafford.
Impromptu Inventor-noons Strafford Branch Library 3:30 p.m. for grades 2-6 Explore science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics in a unique way with a new challenge each week.
Wednesday, September 26, 2018
A Curious Celebration! Fair Grove Branch Library 11 a.m. for infants-age 6 Celebrate the birthday of Curious George's creator H.A. Rey with books about our favorite swinging primate and monkey-inspired crafts and activities. Materials will be provided.
Elementary Storytime Republic Branch Library 4 p.m. for grades K-5 Enjoy stories, songs and activities designed for kids in grades K-5.
Friday, September 28, 2018
Explorers in the Grove Ash Grove Branch Library 9:30-11 a.m. for grades K-5 Explore history, science and nature through books and activities. Registration starts September 4; call 417-751-2933.
Saturday, September 29, 2018
Train Day! Library Station 10 a.m.-3 p.m. for all ages Take part in games, crafts and lots of train-themed fun throughout the branch. Train-themed storytimes will take place at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. in the Story Hour Room. Members of Ozark Garden Railway Society and friends will be on hand with their outdoor train trailer (in the south parking lot) and train sets in the Frisco and Santa Fe Rooms for kids to watch and help run.
Tuesday, October 2, 2018
Impromptu Inventor-noons Strafford Branch Library 3:30 p.m. for grades 2-6 Explore science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics in a unique way with a new challenge each week.
Thursday, October 4, 2018
Reading Pals Republic Branch Library 4:30 p.m. for grades K-5 Our friends from Pet Therapy of the Ozarks need your help -- they love a good story but can't read. Practice your reading skills with these furry, loveable friends.
Friday, October 5, 2018
Family Movie Night at the Library Library Center 6:30 p.m. for all ages Join us each month as we watch a movie on our big screen and do an activity. "Goosebumps," rated PG, and make a spooky craft.
Saturday, October 6, 2018
Bibliobop Library Center 10 a.m. for ages 2-6 Join us for a high-energy dance party filled with songs, stories, musical instruments and more.
Godzilla Day Library Station 1-5 p.m. for preschool-grade 6 Hunt for movie monsters, color and craft your own Godzilla to take home as you celebrate Godzilla Day in the Children's Department. Materials will be provided.
Sunday, October 7, 2018
Sunday Make & Play Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library 2-4 p.m. for families with kids from infants-grade 3 Don’t have time for storytime during the week? Drop in for a hands-on, interactive experience with a maker, play and art focus. We’ll provide multiple activity stations and fun read-alouds. Be prepared to make new friends, get messy and have family fun!
Tuesday, October 9, 2018
Impromptu Inventor-noons Strafford Branch Library 3:30 p.m. for grades 2-6 Explore science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics in a unique way with a new challenge each week.
Wednesday, October 10, 2018
Itsy Bitsy Science Club Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library 10 a.m. for ages 2-6 Discover your inner scientist as we explore, build and create with science, technology, engineering, art and math. Dress for a mess!
Hogwarts School of Wizardry Potions Class Fair Grove Branch Library 3-5 p.m. for grades K-4 Try and perfect your polyjuice potions with our edible slime recipes. Dress for a mess! Harry Potter event.
Thursday, October 11, 2018
Children's Literature Festival of the Ozarks: Author Signing Library Station 6-8 p.m. for grades 4-8 and their parents For 38 years, the Children's Literature Festival of the Ozarks has brought in children's authors and illustrators to enhance children's reading, writing and literacy with inspiring presentations. This year's event culminates with an author signing. Over 12 authors will sell their books, including Antony John, Jackson Pearce, Obert Skye and Roland Smith. Book sales begin at 6 p.m. Signings will take place from 6:30-8 p.m. This event is free and open to the public. Visit https://english.missouristate.edu/literaturefestival.htm if you're interested in attending the Children's Literature Festival of the Ozarks author presentations from 10 a.m. -12:45 p.m. on Oct. 11 at Missouri State University.
Saturday, October 13, 2018
Pumpkin Science Library Center 10:30 a.m. for preschool-grade 2 We'll float pumpkins, measure pumpkins and do other science, math and art-related activities.
Bibliobop Library Station 11 a.m. for ages 2-6 Join us for a high-energy preschool dance party filled with songs, stories, musical instruments and more!
STEAM Train Library Station 2-4 p.m. for grades 1-6 All aboard the STEAM train for an afternoon of scientific exploration and educational play! Materials will be provided. Harry Potter STEAM Tournament. While visiting Platform 9 3/4 this fall, stop by STEAM train to prove your wizarding skills! Children will explore spellbinding science, design and create their own wand, and compete in a variety of Harry Potter-themed STEAM challenges. Dress as a Muggle or wizard if you wish! Harry Potter event .
LEGO Brick Challenge Willard Branch Library 2-4 p.m. for grades K-12 It's a LEGO brick free-for-all! Drop in anytime to make LEGO brick creations. We'll have LEGO brick challenges and building templates to help spark your creativity, or go wild and build anything you can imagine.
Monday, October 15, 2018
Pajama Storytime Republic Branch Library 6:30 p.m. for infants-age 6 Wear your pajamas and cuddle up with a stuffed animal as you listen to stories and sing songs perfect for bedtime.
Tuesday, October 16, 2018
Impromptu Inventor-noons Strafford Branch Library 3:30 p.m. for grades 2-6 Explore science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics in a unique way with a new challenge each week.
Sunday, October 21, 2018
Sunday Make & Play Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library 2-4 p.m. for families with kids from infants-grade 3 Don’t have time for storytime during the week? Drop in for a hands-on, interactive experience with a maker, play and art focus. We’ll provide multiple activity stations and fun read-alouds. Be prepared to make new friends, get messy and have family fun!
Tuesday, October 23, 2018
Impromptu Inventor-noons Strafford Branch Library 3:30 p.m. for grades 2-6 Explore science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics in a unique way with a new challenge each week.
Wednesday, October 24, 2018
Elementary Storytime Republic Branch Library 4 p.m. for grades K-5 Enjoy stories, songs and activities designed for kids in grades K-5.
Thursday, October 25, 2018
Spooktacular Bingo Night Willard Branch Library 5:30 p.m. for all ages Bring the whole family for a night of spooky book bingo to celebrate the Halloween season. We'll have small prizes for the winners and a grand prize for our champs!
Friday, October 26, 2018
Explorers in the Grove Ash Grove Branch Library 9:30-11 a.m. for grades K-5 Explore history, science and nature through books and activities. Registration starts September 28; call 417-751-2933.
Hoots & Howls, Whiskers & Wings: What Will This Halloween Bring? Midtown Carnegie Branch Library 10 a.m. for infants-age 6 Bring your best hoots, howls and costumes as we get ready for Halloween with books, songs and activities! Who-whooo knows what this Racing to Read Storytime will bring?
Stories After Dark Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library 6:30 p.m. for for families with kids in grades K-3 'Tis the season to be frightened! Come if you dare for spooky snacks, ghoulish games and creepy tales around the library after hours. All youth must be accompanied by an adult caregiver at this family event.
Saturday, October 27, 2018
Animals of Harry Potter Library Center 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. for all ages Join our friends from Dickerson Park Zoo to meet and talk about animals that you might have read about in the Harry Potter stories, then get creative with animal crafts and activities. Materials will be provided. Harry Potter event.
Monster Mash Costume Parade Library Station 11 a.m. for all ages Show off your costume at our annual parade! We'll meet in the Frisco Room for not-so-scary stories and dance the Monster Mash, then we'll parade through the library and collect treats.
Build-It Saturday Republic Branch Library 11 a.m. for grades K-8 See what you can construct using your imagination and LEGO bricks, blocks and other building materials.
Monday, October 29, 2018
Book Bites Willard Branch Library 5:30 p.m. for grades 4-6 Each month we'll explore a different middle grade novel. Listen along as we read aloud the first few chapters while working on a craft. Materials and snacks will be provided; seating is limited. "One for Sorrow: A Ghost Story" by Mary Downing Hahn. Registration starts October 1; call 417-742-4258.
Tuesday, October 30, 2018
Monster Mash Storytime Republic Branch Library 10 a.m. for infants-age 6 Dress up, trick-or-treat and enjoy a monster of a storytime as we celebrate Halloween.
Monster Mash Storytime Willard Branch Library 10 a.m. for infants-age 6 Bring your treat pail to the library for a special Halloween-themed storytime with monster stories, crafts and a candy hunt. Costumes are welcome.
Stuffed Animal Masquerade and Storytime Strafford Branch Library 11 a.m. for infants-preschool Bring a stuffed animal to the library for some Halloween dress-up fun. We’ll read not-so-scary stories, sing silly songs, make masquerade masks and play dress-up with our favorite sidekicks.
Impromptu Inventor-noons Strafford Branch Library 3:30 p.m. for grades 2-6 Explore science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics in a unique way with a new challenge each week.
Wednesday, October 31, 2018
Little Monster Mash Storytime Ash Grove Branch Library 9:30 a.m. for infants-age 6 Dress up, bring your treat pail, and join us for not-so-spooky Halloween stories and activities.
Halloween Storytime Library Center 9:30 a.m. for infants-age 6 Wear your costume for a storytime that's a little bit spooky but a lot of fun! Then join the parade as we trick-or-treat through the library.
Monster Mash Storytime Republic Branch Library 10 a.m. for infants-age 6 Dress up, trick-or-treat and enjoy a monster of a storytime as we celebrate Halloween.
Halloween Storytime Library Center 10:15 a.m. for infants-age 6 Wear your costume for a storytime that's a little bit spooky but a lot of fun! Then join the parade as we trick-or-treat through the library.
Monster Mash Storytime Fair Grove Branch Library 11 a.m. for infants-age 6 Come in your costume if you dare for a frightfully good time with some not-so-scary stories, a craft, and a candy hunt through the library and city hall!
Halloween Storytime Library Center 11:15 a.m. for infants-age 6 Wear your costume for a storytime that's a little bit spooky but a lot of fun! Then join the parade as we trick-or-treat through the library.
Thursday, November 1, 2018
Reading Pals Republic Branch Library 4:30 p.m. for grades K-5 Our friends from Pet Therapy of the Ozarks need your help -- they love a good story but can't read. Practice your reading skills with these furry, loveable friends.
Friday, November 2, 2018
Family Movie Night at the Library Library Center 6:30 p.m. for all ages Join us each month as we watch a movie on our big screen and do an activity. Celebrate the Day of the Dead with "Coco," rated PG, and crafts. The story follows a 12-year-old boy named Miguel who is accidentally transported to the Land of the Dead, where he seeks the help of his deceased musician great-great-grandfather to return him to his family among the living. A Death & Dying event .
Sunday, November 4, 2018
Sunday Make & Play Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library 2-4 p.m. for families with kids from infants-grade 3 Don’t have time for storytime during the week? Drop in for a hands-on, interactive experience with a maker, play and art focus. We’ll provide multiple activity stations and fun read-alouds. Be prepared to make new friends, get messy and have family fun!
Tuesday, November 6, 2018
Building Block Books Voting Day Strafford Branch Library 9:30 a.m.-7 p.m. for preschool-grade K This Election Day vote for your favorite Missouri Building Block book. Stop in anytime to cast your vote, and join us at 11 a.m. for a special Racing to Read Storytime where we'll preview all the nominees.
Impromptu Inventor-noons Strafford Branch Library 3:30 p.m. for grades 2-6 Explore science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics in a unique way with a new challenge each week.
Saturday, November 10, 2018
Racing to Read Playtime: Dinosaur Day! Library Station 10-11:30 a.m. for infants-age 6 Learning begins at birth, and playing is how young children learn. Join us for a dinosaur-themed play-date filled with unstructured, developmentally appropriate activities for babies, toddlers and preschoolers. Kids and parents can visit, play and socialize. You’ll find fun activities you can recreate at home and enjoy some of our special toys.
STEAM Train Library Station 2-4 p.m. for grades 1-6 All aboard the STEAM train for an afternoon of scientific exploration and educational play! Materials will be provided. Dinosaur Day Edition. Learn about dinosaurs and prehistoric animals during an afternoon of games and activities. We will explore fossils and paleontology during our very own dig. .
Tuesday, November 13, 2018
Impromptu Inventor-noons Strafford Branch Library 3:30 p.m. for grades 2-6 Explore science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics in a unique way with a new challenge each week.
Wednesday, November 14, 2018
Itsy Bitsy Science Club Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library 10 a.m. for ages 2-6 Discover your inner scientist as we explore, build and create with science, technology, engineering, art and math. Dress for a mess!
Be A Reader-saurus! Fair Grove Branch Library 11 a.m. for infants-age 6 We'll roar, stomp and chomp our way through some good books about our prehistoric pals! Stick around after storytime and try to spot all the hidden dinosaurs in the library.
Magical Beasts Fair Grove Branch Library 3-5 p.m. for grades K-4 Stop by for some magical after-school fun and games, and leave with a Hagrid-approved miniature copy of "The Monster Book of Monsters" and a dragon egg. Guard both carefully! Harry Potter event.
Friday, November 16, 2018
Is There Enough Thanksgiving for Mouse? Midtown Carnegie Branch Library 10 a.m. for infants-age 6 We'll read "One is a Feast for Mouse" by Judy Cox as we prepare for Thanksgiving and celebrate all that we are thankful for with songs and activities.
Saturday, November 17, 2018
All Aboard! Library Center 10 a.m. for age 2-grade 1 Do you love trains? Chug along to the library for train stories and activities.
Sunday, November 18, 2018
Sunday Make & Play Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library 2-4 p.m. for families with kids from infants-grade 3 Don’t have time for storytime during the week? Drop in for a hands-on, interactive experience with a maker, play and art focus. We’ll provide multiple activity stations and fun read-alouds. Be prepared to make new friends, get messy and have family fun!
Monday, November 19, 2018
Reading Pals Willard Branch Library 4:30 p.m. for grades K-5 Our friends from Pet Therapy of the Ozarks need your help - they love a good story but they can't read. Practice your reading skills with these furry, loveable friends.
Pajama Storytime Republic Branch Library 6:30 p.m. for infants-age 6 Wear your pajamas and cuddle up with a stuffed animal as you listen to stories and sing songs perfect for bedtime.
Tuesday, November 20, 2018
Impromptu Inventor-noons Strafford Branch Library 3:30 p.m. for grades 2-6 Explore science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics in a unique way with a new challenge each week.
Saturday, November 24, 2018
Build-It Saturday Republic Branch Library 11 a.m. for grades K-8 See what you can construct using your imagination and LEGO bricks, blocks and other building materials. Play with the Imagination Playground at this special event! These large, oversized modular building blocks promote cooperation as well as creativity. The Imagination Playground is provided in cooperation with the Springfield-Greene County Health Department and the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services .
Monday, November 26, 2018
Book Bites Willard Branch Library 5:30 p.m. for grades 4-6 Each month we'll explore a different middle grade novel. Listen along as we read aloud the first few chapters while working on a craft. Materials and snacks will be provided; seating is limited. "Paper Wishes" by Lois Sepahban. Registration starts November 1; call 417-742-4258.
Tuesday, November 27, 2018
Baby Jam Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library 10 a.m. for infants-36 months Wiggle and giggle with singable stories, instruments and a baby dance party!
Impromptu Inventor-noons Strafford Branch Library 3:30 p.m. for grades 2-6 Explore science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics in a unique way with a new challenge each week.
Wednesday, November 28, 2018
Elementary Storytime Republic Branch Library 4 p.m. for grades K-5 Enjoy stories, songs and activities designed for kids in grades K-5.
Friday, November 30, 2018
Explorers in the Grove Ash Grove Branch Library 9:30-11 a.m. for grades K-5 Explore history, science and nature through books and activities. Registration starts October 26; call 417-751-2933.