Run Off Those Winter Wiggles! Midtown Carnegie Branch Library in the upstairs meeting room 9-11 a.m. for ages 2-6 Cooped up at home with the kids? Playing is how young children learn. Let your littles burn off some energy with an obstacle course featuring a whole room of tunnels, running tracks and other fun obstacles to conquer! Snacks will be provided at the fuel-up station.
Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime Library Center in the Story Hour Room 9:15 a.m. for infants-36 months Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime Library Station in the Story Hour Room 10 a.m. for infants-36 months Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Racing to Read Storytime Republic Branch Library in the community room 10 a.m. for infants-age 6 Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Racing to Read Storytime Willard Branch Library in the community room 10 a.m. for infants-age 6 Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime Library Center in the Story Hour Room 10:15 a.m. for infants-36 months Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Racing to Read Storytime Strafford Branch Library in the community room 11 a.m. for infants-age 6 Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Robot Valentine Strafford Branch Library 11 a.m. for infants-age 6 Build a robot valentine, indulge in yummy treats and play some robot games. Materials will be provided.
Racing to Read Storytime Library Center in the Story Hour Room 11:15 a.m. for infants-age 6 Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Racing to Read Storytime Library Station in the Story Hour Room 11:15 a.m. for infants-age 6 Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
How to Start a Small Business in Missouri Library Center in the meeting room A 1 p.m. for adults Want to start your own business, but not sure where to begin? Experienced accounting professional Cyndy Elworth will walk you through how to get one started on the right foot. Topics will include what business entities can be formed in Missouri, how to correctly apply for a federal tax identification number, other tax filings required by state and federal laws. She'll also discuss income tax considerations during the start-up phase of a business. Sponsored by SCORE. Registration starts January 8; call 417-417-986-4730.
Flying Needles Ash Grove Branch Library in the community room 1:30 p.m. for adults Bring your knitting and crochet projects and join other fiber artists on the second Tuesday of every month. Work on your current projects, share patterns and ideas, and check out our knitting and crochet resources. All levels of experience are welcome.
"An American Marriage" by Tayari Jones. An African American Read-In event Center City Book Club Midtown Carnegie Branch Library in the upstairs meeting room 1:30 p.m. for adults
Let's Letter! Park Central Branch Library 2 p.m. for all ages Who says snail mail is a dying art? Stop by and write a letter to a friend, family member, favorite author, elected official, soldier - the possibilities are endless. We'll provide stamps, materials for DIY stationery and everything else you need.
Cardboard Crew Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library 3:30-5 p.m. for grades 8-12 Got DIY skills? Show them off and help us build play structures for library littles! Dress for a creative mess. Materials will be provided.
Teen Writers/Artists Guild Midtown Carnegie Branch Library in the Teen Room 3:30 p.m. for grades 6-12 Get inspiration and support from fellow writers and artists each week as you create and share your works.
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.
"The Ballad of Black Tom" by Victor LaValle. An African American Read-In event Donuts & Death Offsite at Hurts Donut Company, 320 Park Central West 6 p.m. for adults Horror has never tasted so sweet. Join our horror book club and sink your teeth into a good book while enjoying Hurts donuts.
"Hunger: A Memoir of (My) Body" by Roxanne Gay Evening Book Discussion Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library in the community room 6:30 p.m. for adults
Racing to Read Pajama Storytime Library Station in the Story Hour Room 7 p.m. for infants-age 6 Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Wednesday, February 13, 2019
Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime Library Center in the Story Hour Room 9:15 a.m. for infants-36 months Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Itsy Bitsy Science Club Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library 10 a.m. for ages 2-6 Discover your inner scientist as we learn, explore, build and create with science, technology, engineering, art and math. Dress for a mess!
Racing to Read Storytime Republic Branch Library in the community room 10 a.m. for infants-age 6 Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime Library Center in the Story Hour Room 10:15 a.m. for infants-36 months Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Racing to Read Storytime Fair Grove Branch Library in the community room 11 a.m. for infants-age 6 Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Racing to Read Storytime Library Center in the Story Hour Room 11:15 a.m. for infants-age 6 Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
"The Radium Girls" by Kate Moore Book Discussion Library Center in the meeting room B 1-2:30 p.m. for adults
We Love Crafty Kids Fair Grove Branch Library 3-5 p.m. for grades K-4 Stop by and create your very own paper valentine and decorate a cookie for someone special. Materials will be provided.
Thursday, February 14, 2019
Be My Valentine Storytime Ash Grove Branch Library in the community room 9:30 a.m. for infants-age 6 Celebrate the holiday of love with Valentine's Day stories, songs and activities.
Racing to Read Storytime Ash Grove Branch Library in the community room 9:30 a.m. for infants-age 6 Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library in the community room 10 a.m. for infants-36 months Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Racing to Read Storytime Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library in the community room 11 a.m. for infants-age 6 Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
"Dear Mrs. Bird" by A J Pearce Book Discussion Republic Branch Library in the community room 1:30 p.m. for adults
Origami Valentine's Day Midtown Carnegie Branch Library in the Teen Room 3:30-5 p.m. for grades 6-12 Whether you love origami or want to try your hand at a new craft, fold a variety of origami creations including 3-D hearts and flowers, bookmarks, envelopes and more! Materials will be provided.
"Blended" Rom-com: Book & Movie Jam Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library in the community room 4-6 p.m. for age 13-grade 12 Bring your own book that fits the theme. We’ll chat about our books and watch a PG-13-rated movie that fits the genre. Snacks will be provided.
Friday, February 15, 2019
Racing to Read Storytime Midtown Carnegie Branch Library in the Children's Department 10 a.m. for infants-age 6 Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime Library Station in the Story Hour Room 10 a.m. for infants-36 months Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Meet the Computer Republic Branch Library in the community room 10 a.m.-noon for adults Learn the basics of computers including using a mouse and a keyboard. Understand the difference between left clicking and right clicking. Learn to open programs and files. Use the mouse to double-click, scroll and click and drag. This class is for beginners.
Racing to Read Storytime Library Station in the Story Hour Room 11:15 a.m. for infants-age 6 Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Learn It! Self-Paced Tutorials Republic Branch Library in the community room 1-3 p.m. for adults You can choose what you want to learn and go at your own speed with our self-paced tutorials. We provide the computer and you select from a wide variety of lessons designed specifically for individual learning. Topics include Basic Skills, Windows 10, Microsoft Office, Quickbooks, Gmail, Photoshop and more. Both interactive and video tutorials are available to fit your learning style. We also offer computer-instructed keyboarding lessons to help you learn to type or improve your typing skills.
Teen Friday Nights Library Station in the Frisco Room 6-8 p.m. for grades 6-12 If it's Friday night, there's something going on at the Station just for teens. Stop in weekly for games and crafts in addition to special events. Materials will be provided. An "Undertale" Valentine's Day Party. This Valentine's Day, be prepared to be filled with love and determination with an evening of "Undertale," cookies, puns and valentines.
Saturday, February 16, 2019
"Narwhal: Unicorn of the sea" by Ben Clanton Family Graphic Novel Book Club Library Center in the Story Hour Room 10 a.m. for grades 2-3 Kids and their favorite adults are invited to read and discuss comics and graphic novels, exploring how art and story work together. A related short activity and/or snack will be included. A Sample the Arts event.
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Resource Fair Library Station 1-4 p.m. for adults Are you a grandparent raising grandchildren? You’re not alone. See what being a "grand" family is all about as you visit with representatives from area organizations and gather information on community resources. Sponsored by the Library, NAACP's Be a Jewel and Grands Raising Grands. Registration starts February 5; call 417-616-0683.
No-Bake Valentine Treats Willard Branch Library in the community room 2-4 p.m. for grades 6-12 Make and munch on s'mores and mini cheesecakes while we watch "Gnomeo & Juliet," rated G.
Sunday, February 17, 2019
Sunday Make 'n' Play: Family Edition Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library in the community room 2-4 p.m. for age 3-grade 4 Designed especially for bigs and littles to play together! Family Circus.
Tuesday, February 19, 2019
Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime Library Center in the Story Hour Room 9:15 a.m. for infants-36 months Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime Library Station in the Story Hour Room 10 a.m. for infants-36 months Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Racing to Read Storytime Republic Branch Library in the community room 10 a.m. for infants-age 6 Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Racing to Read Storytime Willard Branch Library in the community room 10 a.m. for infants-age 6 Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime Library Center in the Story Hour Room 10:15 a.m. for infants-36 months Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Racing to Read Storytime Strafford Branch Library in the community room 11 a.m. for infants-age 6 Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Racing to Read Storytime Library Center in the Story Hour Room 11:15 a.m. for infants-age 6 Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Racing to Read Storytime Library Station in the Story Hour Room 11:15 a.m. for infants-age 6 Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
"Song of a Captive Bird" by Jasmin Darznik Ash Grove Bibliophiles Ash Grove Branch Library in the community room 1:30 p.m. for adults
Let's Letter! Park Central Branch Library 2 p.m. for all ages Who says snail mail is a dying art? Stop by and write a letter to a friend, family member, favorite author, elected official, soldier - the possibilities are endless. We'll provide stamps, materials for DIY stationery and everything else you need.
Teen Writers/Artists Guild Midtown Carnegie Branch Library in the Teen Room 3:30 p.m. for grades 6-12 Get inspiration and support from fellow writers and artists each week as you create and share your works.
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.
Racing to Read Pajama Storytime Library Station in the Story Hour Room 7 p.m. for infants-age 6 Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Wednesday, February 20, 2019
Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime Library Center in the Story Hour Room 9:15 a.m. for infants-36 months Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Exploring Genealogy Library Center in the auditorium 10 a.m. for adults Sponsored by Ozarks Genealogical Society. Who Were the Settlers of the Old Ozarks? Brooks Blevins, Noel Boyd Professor of Ozarks Studies at Missouri State University, will discuss settlement patterns in different parts of the Ozarks region as covered in his new book, "A History of the Ozarks, Volume 1: The Old Ozarks." Topics will include ethnic and national origins of settlers and the social institutions they brought with them. Books will be available for purchase and signing.
Email for Beginners Library Center in the Harrison Room 10 a.m.-noon for adults Learn how to register for and use free web-based email services and how to compose, read, reply to, save, forward and include an attachment in email.
Racing to Read Storytime Republic Branch Library in the community room 10 a.m. for infants-age 6 Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime Library Center in the Story Hour Room 10:15 a.m. for infants-36 months Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Racing to Read Storytime Fair Grove Branch Library in the community room 11 a.m. for infants-age 6 Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Racing to Read Storytime Library Center in the Story Hour Room 11:15 a.m. for infants-age 6 Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Brown Bag Travelogue Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library in the community room 12:30 p.m. for adults Sit back, relax and explore a new place. You're welcome to bring a sack lunch. Honeymoon Road Trip: Library staff member Whitney Gillenwaters recounts her on-the-go honeymoon from Las Vegas, to the Grand Canyon, to Big Basin State Park in Boulder Creek, California, and, finally, to Monterrey, California.
Learn It! Self-Paced Tutorials Library Center in the Harrison Room 1-3 p.m. for adults You can choose what you want to learn and go at your own speed with our self-paced tutorials. We provide the computer and you select from a wide variety of lessons designed specifically for individual learning. Topics include Basic Skills, Windows 10, Microsoft Office, Quickbooks, Gmail, Photoshop and more. Both interactive and video tutorials are available to fit your learning style. We also offer computer-instructed keyboarding lessons to help you learn to type or improve your typing skills.
Confidence Code Fair Grove Branch Library 3:30-5:30 p.m. for grades 4-6 It's not always easy being a girl! Enjoy a different craft each week as we talk about beauty, friendship, social media, bullying and more. We'll also try some fun, artistic and creative journal methods. Materials will be provided.
Wacky Art Wednesdays Strafford Branch Library 3:30 p.m. for grades 6-12 Materials will be provided. Bad Art Afternoon. We’ll provide the art supplies, you supply the bad art..
Chess Club Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library in the community room 6-8 p.m. for adults Whether you’re just getting started or an experienced player, you’ll have fun and improve your skills playing with other chess enthusiasts. Members of the Springfield Greene County Park Board Chess Club will be there to share their expertise.
Thursday, February 21, 2019
Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library in the community room 10 a.m. for infants-36 months Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Racing to Read Storytime Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library in the community room 11 a.m. for infants-age 6 Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
"The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper" by Phaedra Patrick South Side Senior Center Book Discussion Offsite at South Side Senior Center, 2215 S. Fremont Ave. 1 p.m. for adults Liven up your afternoon by joining friends and library staff to talk about the monthly book selection.
Midtown Workshop Series Midtown Carnegie Branch Library 6 p.m. for adults Learn useful life skills on a variety of topics from area experts. Stop Killing Your Houseplants. Bring in your failing houseplant to receive a diagnosis and treatment from our plant expert, Caitlyn Franklin from Flora and Fern . Registration starts January 28; call 417-862-0135.
Explorers in the Grove Ash Grove Branch Library in the community room 9:30-11 a.m. for grades K-5 Join us as we explore history, science, and nature through books and activities. Registration starts January 25; call 417-751-2933.
File Management Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library in the community room 10 a.m.-noon for adults Learn to save, organize, copy, move, rename, delete, find and manage files and folders on your computer or external storage device.
Racing to Read Storytime Midtown Carnegie Branch Library in the Children's Department 10 a.m. for infants-age 6 Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime Library Station in the Story Hour Room 10 a.m. for infants-36 months Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Racing to Read Storytime Library Station in the Story Hour Room 11:15 a.m. for infants-age 6 Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Learn It! Self-Paced Tutorials Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library in the community room 1-3 p.m. for adults You can choose what you want to learn and go at your own speed with our self-paced tutorials. We provide the computer and you select from a wide variety of lessons designed specifically for individual learning. Topics include Basic Skills, Windows 10, Microsoft Office, Quickbooks, Gmail, Photoshop and more. Both interactive and video tutorials are available to fit your learning style. We also offer computer-instructed keyboarding lessons to help you learn to type or improve your typing skills.
Songwriting Workshop Library Center in the Harrison Room 6-8 p.m. for grades 6-12 Whether you're an accomplished songwriter or just starting, learn about songwriting from Library staff members Joe Misterovich and Molly Beck. Bring an instrument along with a song, poem, or idea you’ve been thinking about. We'll share our songs, offer feedback and work together to write a song.
Teen Friday Nights Library Station in the Frisco Room 6-8 p.m. for grades 6-12 If it's Friday night, there's something going on at the Station just for teens. Stop in weekly for games and crafts in addition to special events. Materials will be provided.
Saturday, February 23, 2019
Picky Eaters and Problem Feeders Library Center in the auditorium 9:30-11:30 a.m. for adults Are mealtimes and snacks with your child a struggle? Does your child have difficulty trying new foods? Speech-language pathologist Melanie Stinnett shares what defines a picky eater versus a problem feeder and provides options for potential treatment. Child care will be provided. Presented in partnership with Include Ozarks. Registration starts February 1; call 417-883-5341.
Ask the Experts: Identity Theft Protection Midtown Carnegie Branch Library in the upstairs meeting room 10-11:30 a.m. for adults According to Javelin Strategy & Research, 16.7 million Americans had their identity stolen in 2017. Worried about being a statistic? Learn from the experts how to keep your identity safe and what warning signs to look for. Ask the Experts is an instructional series from the Making Sense of Money Financial Literacy Initiative, a program of Community Partnership of the Ozarks. Sponsored by Community Partnership of the Ozarks.
Games! Games! Games! Republic Branch Library in the community room 10 a.m. for families with children in preschool-grade 5 Want to play mini golf in the library? Come out of the cold and into the library for a morning of mini golf, bowling, other games and activities.
Art Exploration Library Station in the Story Hour Room 2 p.m. for families with children in grades K-6 Come and create using your imagination and a range of artistic styles and mediums. Materials will be provided. Pointillism and Collaborative Mural.
Saturday Movie Night Library Station in the Santa Fe Room 6-8 p.m. for age 13 and older Watch popular movies on the big screen at the library, popcorn provided. "Ocean's 8," rated PG-13.
Sunday, February 24, 2019
Booktalk Library Station in the Santa Fe Room 2 p.m. for adults Have you read a good book lately? Do you need to learn about new titles, authors, or genres? Come to our Booktalk prepared to convince others that they need to read the book title of your choice. Each person gets five minutes, and will "sell, not tell" the book, so no spoilers. We will also have a presentation on new titles that will be coming out each month.
Monday, February 25, 2019
Racing to Read Book Babies Storytime Library Center in the Story Hour Room 9:30 a.m. for infants-12 months Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime Library Station in the Story Hour Room 10 a.m. for infants-36 months Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Book Bites Willard Branch Library in the community room 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. "Winterhouse" by Ben Guterson.
"The Sun is Also a Star" by Nicola Yoon YA for Adults Book Club Offsite at BYOPizza, 431 S. Jefferson Ave. 6 p.m. for adults A book club for Young Adult fiction fans who aren't necessarily so "Y" any more.
Tuesday, February 26, 2019
Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime Library Center in the Story Hour Room 9:15 a.m. for infants-36 months Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime Library Station in the Story Hour Room 10 a.m. for infants-36 months Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Racing to Read Storytime Republic Branch Library in the community room 10 a.m. for infants-age 6 Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Racing to Read Storytime Willard Branch Library in the community room 10 a.m. for infants-age 6 Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime Library Center in the Story Hour Room 10:15 a.m. for infants-36 months Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Racing to Read Storytime Strafford Branch Library in the community room 11 a.m. for infants-age 6 Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Racing to Read Storytime Library Center in the Story Hour Room 11:15 a.m. for infants-age 6 Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Racing to Read Storytime Library Station in the Story Hour Room 11:15 a.m. for infants-age 6 Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Let's Letter! Park Central Branch Library 2 p.m. for all ages Who says snail mail is a dying art? Stop by and write a letter to a friend, family member, favorite author, elected official, soldier - the possibilities are endless. We'll provide stamps, materials for DIY stationery and everything else you need.
Cardboard Crew Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library 3:30-5 p.m. for grades 8-12 Got DIY skills? Show them off and help us build play structures for library littles! Dress for a creative mess. Materials will be provided.
Teen Writers/Artists Guild Midtown Carnegie Branch Library in the Teen Room 3:30 p.m. for grades 6-12 Get inspiration and support from fellow writers and artists each week as you create and share your works.
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.
Racing to Read Pajama Storytime Library Station in the Story Hour Room 7 p.m. for infants-age 6 Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Wednesday, February 27, 2019
Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime Library Center in the Story Hour Room 9:15 a.m. for infants-36 months Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Racing to Read Storytime Republic Branch Library in the community room 10 a.m. for infants-age 6 Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime Library Center in the Story Hour Room 10:15 a.m. for infants-36 months Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Racing to Read Storytime Fair Grove Branch Library in the community room 11 a.m. for infants-age 6 Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Racing to Read Storytime Library Center in the Story Hour Room 11:15 a.m. for infants-age 6 Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Elementary Storytime Republic Branch Library in the community room 4 p.m. for grades K-5 Stop by the library after school to listen to stories, sing and dance to your favorite songs and other activities.
Thursday, February 28, 2019
Racing to Read Storytime Ash Grove Branch Library in the community room 9:30 a.m. for infants-age 6 Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Racing to Read Tiny Tots Storytime Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library in the community room 10 a.m. for infants-36 months Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Racing to Read Storytime Schweitzer Brentwood Branch Library in the community room 11 a.m. for infants-age 6 Our interactive storytimes introduce young children to books, reading and language with stories, songs and activities. Parents learn fun ways to build the early literacy skills their children need to learn to read.
Book Discussion Library Station in the Santa Fe Room 1:30 p.m. for adults "An American Marriage" by Tayari Jones. An African American Read-In event..
Little House Birthday Party Midtown Carnegie Branch Library in the upstairs meeting room 3:30 p.m. for infants-grade 4 Celebrate Laura Ingalls Wilder's 152nd birthday with a pioneer-style party full of Little House stories, fun games, Pa's violin music and pioneer snacks.
Teen Thursday Republic Branch Library in the teen area 3:30-5 p.m. for grades 6-12 Join us on the last Thursday of the month at the Republic Branch Library for games and special activities just for teens.
