St. Charles City-County Library District May/June 2016 Calendar by St. Charles City-County Library

PROGRAMMING and EVENTS CALENDAR

SUMMER READING at St. Charles City-County Library District

MAY 23 – AUGUST 1 Register online at youranswerplace.org/SummerReading MAGGIE STIEFVATER

The Raven Cycle author returns

TEEN FANDOM CON What’s your Fandom?

SUMMER READING RETURNS Read for fun and prizes!

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SIMPLIFY your WARDROBE Up your style game!

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Director’s Note

MAY | JUNE 2016

BRANCH LOCATIONS & PHONE NUMBERS

When I was a kid, I always looked forward to May. It meant the end of school and the beginning of summer vacation when I could read whatever I wanted. I was a voracious but eclectic reader and, although we did not have an organized summer reading program, I fondly remember my weekly summertime trips to the library. Summer was always an adventure with books as the means to explore other worlds, other times and other places.

L BOONE’S TRAIL BRANCH

#10 Fiddlecreek Plaza; New Melle - (636) 398-6200

Needless to say, I am very excited to introduce our Library’s 2016 Summer Reading Program “On Your Mark, Get Set… Read”. Summer Reading 2016 begins on May 23 and runs through August 1. The staff have done an amazing job of creating programs that incorporate this year’s activity and fitness theme. In the summer of 2015, more than 35,000 children, teens and adults participated in Summer Reading. We are hoping 2016 numbers will surpass this total. This year, for the first time, the Library will be offering the option of online registration for Summer Reading. This will make it easier for those who have limited ability to come into the Library to participate in the program. We will also be sending sign-up information to schools so that teachers and librarians can register students before they leave for the summer.

M CORPORATE PARKWAY BRANCH

1200 Corporate Pkwy; Wentzville - (636) 332-9966

O DEER RUN BRANCH

1300 North Main; O’Fallon - (636) 978-3261

N LIBRARY EXPRESS

at DISCOVERY VILLAGE 378 Shadow Pines Drive; Wentzville - (636) 332-6476

It’s important to mention the generous support of the District’s Summer Reading Program from the Friends of the St. Charles City-County Library District. I want to thank the Friends for their long-standing support of Summer Reading.

P KATHRYN LINNEMANN BRANCH

I hope you & your whole family will take the opportunity to join in the Summer Reading fun at the Library. Summer is a great time to build lasting memories. I hope reading will be one of yours.

Q KISKER ROAD BRANCH

SUMMER READING Read for fun and prizes!

1000 Kisker Rd; St. Charles - (636) 926-READ

S McCLAY BRANCH

2760 McClay Rd.; St. Charles - (636) 441-7577

at St. Charles City-County Library District

MAY 23 – AUGUST 1

2323 Elm Street; St. Charles - (636) 946-0789

Jim Brown, Library Director

R MIDDENDORF-KREDELL BRANCH 2750 Hwy. K; O’Fallon 63368 - (636) 978-7997

T NORTH COUNTY BRANCH

1825 Commonfield Road; Portage des Sioux - (636) 753-3070

U SOUTH COUNTY BRANCH

198 Jackson St; Augusta - (636) 228-4855

Carlia and her mom Alexandria love their special time together at the Spencer Road Branch, where they discover something new and wonderful each time they visit.

V SPENCER ROAD BRANCH

427 Spencer Road; St. Peters - (636) 441-0522

W LIBRARY EXPRESS ®

at WINGHAVEN 7435 Village Ctr. Dr.; O’Fallon - (636) 561-3385

FEATURED programs

AUTHOR EVENTS

Books will be available for purchase from Main Street Books.

CHILDREN’S EVENTS

APRIL HENRY New York Times bestselling author April Henry presents her latest Young Adult thriller, The Girl I Used to Be. JOHN DAVID ANDERSON John David Anderson, author of Sidekicked, Minion, and The Dungeoneers, will discuss heroes in books and real life.

M Monday, May 2

V Wed., May 4

7 pm

6:30 pm

ZAC BREWER and SARAH JUDE New York Times bestselling author Zac Brewer, author of The Chronicles of Vladimir Tod, discusses and signs his latest Young Adult title The Blood Between Us. Sarah Jude launches her latest Young Adult horror novel The May Queen Murders.

V Tuesday, May 3

7:00 pm

10:00 am 1:30 pm 10:00 am

SKYPE EVENT

ELAINE VIETS Elaine Viets discusses and signs her latest cozy mystery in the best-selling Dead-End Job Mystery Series: The Art of Murder.

with Author JANE GREEN Ask internationally bestselling women’s fiction author Jane Green all the unanswered questions you have about her books in a live Skyping session with the author herself!

V Monday, May 9

R Wednesday, June 8

7:00 pm

LAURA BRADFORD Meet national bestselling author Laura Bradford and hear about her first book in the delicious new Emergency Dessert Squad Mystery series Éclair and Present Danger.

P Wed., June 8 V Thurs., June 9

ST. LOUIS STORYTELLING FESTIVAL Experience culturally diverse professional storytellers who tell a wide variety of traditional, literary, historical and family stories. Ages 5 & up. Families welcome.

7:00 pm

JOHN COREY WHALEY Award-winning author John Corey Whaley, author of Where Things Come Back and Noggin, presents his book Highly Illogical Behavior, a frank look at the realities of living with mental illness.

V Wed., May 18

1:00 pm O Tuesday, May 3 1:00 pm S Thursday, May 5 1:00 pm P Tuesday, May 10 V Wednesday, May 11 10:30 am 1:00 pm M Tuesday, May 17 7:00 pm Q Monday, May 23 R Thursday, May 26 1:00 pm

P Thursday, May 5 R Thursday, May 5 V Friday, May 6

MAGGIE STIEFVATER Maggie Stiefvater, the bestselling author of the novels Shiver, Linger, Forever, and Sinner shares her latest book in the Raven Cycle series, The Raven King.

V Thursday, May 5

MS. LIBBY’S MUSIC CLASS Ms. Libby leads the kids in silly songs and wiggly dances. Listen to music that encourages dramatic and imaginative play. Ages 3 & up. Families welcome.

7:00 pm 7:00 pm

Branch Key: Boone’s Trail: L

Corporate Parkway: M

Deer Run: O

Discovery Village: N

McClay: S

Middendorf-Kredell: R

North County: T

South County: U

7:00 pm

Kathryn Linnemann: P Spencer Road: V

6:00 pm

Kisker Road: Q

WingHaven®: W

SUMMER READING programs

For a full schedule of programs visit youranswerplace.org

SUMMER READING at St. Charles City-County Library District

MAY 23 – AUGUST 1 Read for fun and prizes! Be one of the more than 35,000 St. Charles County children, teens and adults that join in our summer fun!

New this year: Register online at youranswerplace.org/SummerReading

CHILDREN’S GROW YOUR READER PLAY DATE  Explore and create in play areas featuring science, art, music, movement and lots of fun early literacy activities! Meet and mingle with other parents. Drop in. Families with children ages 0-6.

ON YOUR MARK, GET SET... DANCE! The Missouri Ballet Theatre is having a dance party! Practice dance moves along with a professional dancer and see live ballet performance! Families welcome. Ages 5 & up.

10:00-11:30 am O Tuesday, May 24 V Wed., May 25 10:00 am–12:00 pm S Thursday, May 26 10:00-11:30 am 6:00-7:30 pm P Tuesday, May 31 2:00-3:30 pm Q Wednesday, June 1 2:00-3:30 pm M Thursday, June 2 2:00-3:30 pm R Friday, June 3

S Monday, June 13 P Monday, June 13 O Wednesday, June 15 V Thursday, June 16 M Thursday, June 16 Q Friday, June 17 R Saturday, June 18

PROFESSOR LELAND’S WIDE WORLD OF SPORTS AND MAGICAL MAYHEM! Take a magical journey filled with hilarious antics as Prof. Leland and his bunny use magic to teach you about sports. Ages 5 & up. Families welcome.

V Tuesday, June 28

10:00 am

10:00 am 7:00 pm 7:00 pm 10:00 am 2:00 pm 2:00 pm 10:00 am

READ, LEAD, SUCCEED with CHRIS McBRIEN! Chris McBrien hosts an interactive show with word games, illusions and mime activities based on famous American pastimes like baseball, basketball and soccer! Ages 5 & up. Families welcome. GET READY! SET! GO SCIENCE! Mad Science! Fire & GET Ice Science Get ready for actionFacts as Mad Science dives Entertainment & Astounding into sports! Experience science while doing Learn about chemical reactions, air pressure and the states a Bevariety of sports challenges and of matter. amazed by foggy dry ice stormsrelated and giant beach balls that can ﬂoat in the air. Be dazzled by sizzling, activities. Ages 5 & up. Families welcome. shivering scissors, and special bubbly showers. Friday, April 5 June 6 Q Monday,Middendorf-Kredell Corporate Parkway Spencer Road 6 M Monday, June P Tuesday, June 7 O Wednesday, June 8 R Thursday, June 9 S Friday, June 10 V Saturday, June 11 Wednesday, April 3 Deer Run 2-3 PM 978-3261

10-11 AM 978-7926

7-8 PM 327-4010

2-3 PM 447-2320

Please register online in the Program & Events Calendar at youranswerplace.org or call the library

Branch Key: Boone’s Trail: L

1:00 pm 7:00 pm 1:00 pm 2:00 pm

V Thursday, June 23 P Thursday, June 23 S Thursday, June 23 O Thursday, June 23 R Friday, June 24 Q Friday, June 24 M Friday, June 24

10:00 am 1:00 pm 4:00 pm 7:00 pm 10:00 am 1:00 pm 4:00 pm

2:00 pm 2:00 pm 10:00 am Corporate Parkway: M

Deer Run: O

Discovery Village: N

HOOPING HARMONY WITH MAGNIFICENT MISHI! Have a hooptastic fun time with Mishi! Hoop to the rhythm of recycled instruments played by the audience! All ages. Families welcome

M Tuesday, June 28 S Wednesday, June 29 Q Wednesday, June 29 O Wednesday, June 29 R Thursday, June 30 P Thursday, June 30

Kathryn Linnemann: P

Kisker Road: Q

2:00 pm 10:00 am 2:00 pm 6:30 pm 10:00 am 2:00 pm McClay: S

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SUMMER READING programs

ADULT/FAMILY

TEEN FANDOM CON Enjoy trivia, food trucks, panels, an exhibit hall, and more at the Third Annual Teen Fandom Con! What’s your fandom?! Cosplay welcome. Ages 12-18

V Saturday, June 4

SUMMER Wii BOWLING LEAGUE All ages welcome to bowl in our virtual league!

O Tuesday, June 7

6:00 pm

10:00 am - 5:00 pm

WEEKLY FITNESS GROUP This customer- driven fitness group will explore all types of workouts, from yoga basics to dance aerobics and everything in between. Adults

R Mondays

6:00 pm

MAY THE FITNESS BE WITH YOU A lightsaber workout class. Adults

V Wednesday, May 18

7:00 pm

YOGA 101 Learn basic yoga moves and stretch yourself into better shape! Ages 11 and up TEEN TRIVIA NIGHT Test your knowledge at a free trivia event just for teens! Bring food to share with your table. We’ll provide soda, water, and prizes! Ages 12-18

V Friday, June 24

7:00 - 9:00 pm

U Tuesday, May 17

5:30 pm

HULA HOOPING FOR WEIGHT LOSS Join Beth Foster, certified instructor, for an evening of instruction, exercise, and fun using hula hoops. Adults

McCLAY WALKING CLUB A leisurely 45-minute walk around the neighborhood starting at the branch. All ages and abilities are welcome.

V Wednesday, May 18

S Tuesdays

Wednesday, June 15

5:00 pm 5:00 pm

INTRODUCTION TO AGILITY WITH YOUR DOG Get fit while training your dog! Lynsey Fuegner from Infinite Pawsibilities will demonstrate and explain the sport of agility. Families welcome

R Saturday, June 25

MAY THE FITNESS BE WITH YOU Feel the Force (and the burn) with Star Wars Jedi training in this lightsaber workout class. Lightsabers will be provided, or you can bring your own. Ages 12-18

O Tuesday, June 14 S Friday, June 17 R Tuesday, June 21 V Monday, June 27 Middendorf-Kredell: R

1:00 pm

Thursdays

10:00 am 10:00 am

COUCH-TO-5K A 9-week plan that will take you from the couch to a 5K race. Meet at the Library for a group run. Ages 16 & up

S Mondays, starting May 16

4:00 pm Wednesdays, starting May 18 4:00 pm

ROAMING READERS WALKING CLUB  Take a 2.5 mile walk around the neighborhood while we discuss our current reads in this 7-week program. Ages 16 & up

V Thursdays, starting May 19

3:30 pm 3:00 pm

Q Monday, June 6

4:00 pm

South County: U

9:00 am

FAMILY FITNESS - NIGHT WALK Take a fitness-friendly one-mile walk around the neighborhood. Families welcome, children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

2:00 pm

North County: T

OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Spencer Road: V

WingHaven®: W

7:30 - 8:30 pm

Programs marked  do not require registration.

CHILDREN’S programs

For a full schedule of programs visit youranswerplace.org

Grow Your Reader Talk, Sing, Read, Write, Play

EARLY LITERACY

Learning to read begins at birth! The St. Charles City-County Library District is dedicated to inspiring lifelong reading from an early age by providing a variety of learning opportunities that help parents and caregivers encourage those first steps toward reading.

BABY TIME Stories, songs and activities for babies 3 to 11 months and their caregivers.

TIME FOR TWOS Stories, songs and activities for two year olds and their caregivers.

STORY TIME  Stories, songs and activities that enhance early literacy skills. Ages 3-6

O - 10:00 am

M - 10:00 am 

M - 10:00 am

Q - 6:00 pm

O - 10:00 am

V - 10:00 am

P - 10:00 am 

Thursday, May 12 Thursday, June 9

Tuesday, May 17 & 24 Tuesday, June 14, 21 & 28

Tuesday, May 10 Tuesday, June 14

Monday, May 9 & 23 Monday, June 13 & 27

Monday, May 9 & 16 Monday, June 13 & 27

Monday, May 9, 16 & 23 Monday, June 6, 13 & 20

TINY TOTS  Stories, songs and activities for babies birth to 23 months and their caregivers.

M - 10:00 am

Monday, May 9, 16 & 23 Monday, June 13, 20 & 27

Q - 10:00 or 11:00 am

Monday, May 16 & 23 Monday, June 6 & 13 Thursday, May 19 & 26 Thursday, June 9 & 16

R - 10:00 am 

Monday, May 2, 9, 16 & 23 Monday, June 6, 13, 20 & 27

P -10:00 am

Tuesday, May 10, 17 & 24 Tuesday, June 7, 14 & 21

S - 10:00 am Tuesday, May 10 & 24 Tuesday, June 14 & 28

R - 9:30 am

Thursday, May 5 & 12 Thursday, June 2 & 9

V - 10:00 am

FUN FOR ONES Stories, songs and activities for one year olds and their caregivers.

Friday, May 13, 20 & 27 Friday, June 10, 17 & 24

O - 10:00 am

Monday, May 2 & 16 Monday, June 6 & 20

P - 10:00 am (except blue)

Monday, May 16 6:30 pm Monday, June 20 6:30 pm Wednesday, May 11, 18 & 25 Wednesday, June 8, 15 & 22 Thursday, May 12, 19 & 26 Thursday, June 9, 16 & 23

Q - 10:00 am

Tuesday, May 10 & 24 Tuesday, June 7 & 21 Friday, May 13 & 20 Friday, June 10 & 17

R - 10:00 am (except blue)

Tuesday, May 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31 Tuesday, June 14, 21 28 Wednesday, May 4, 11, 18 & 25 Wednesday, June 1, 15, 22 & 29 Saturday, May 28 10:30 am Saturday, June 25 10:30 am Friday, May 13, 20 & 27 Friday, June 10, 17 & 24 Saturday, May 28 10:30 am Saturday, June 25 10:30 am

S - 10:00 am

V - 10:00 am (except blue)

Tuesday, May 17 Tuesday, June 21

Tuesday, May 3, 10 & 17 Tuesday, May 24 6:30 pm Tuesday, June 28 6:30 pm Wednesday, June 1, 15 & 29

V - 9:30 am

Thursday, May 12, 19 & 26 Tuesday, June 7, 14 & 21

Branch Key: Boone’s Trail: L

Tuesday, May 3, 10 & 17 Tuesday, June 14, 21 & 28 Wednesday, May 4, 11 & 18 Wednesday, June 15, 22 & 29 Saturday, May 14 & 28 Saturday, June 11 & 25

S - 10:00 am (except blue)

Q - 9:30 & 10:30 am Wednesday, May 11 & 18 Wednesday, June 8 & 15

Wednesday, May 4, 11, 18 & 25 Wednesday, June 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29

Corporate Parkway: M

Deer Run: O

Discovery Village: N

Kathryn Linnemann: P

Kisker Road: Q

McClay: S

CHILDREN’S programs

BABY/TODDLER SIGN An introduction to baby sign language through stories & rhymes; for the beginning talker & not-yet talker. Ages 7-24 months

S Tuesday, May 3 Tuesday, June 7

10:00 am 10:00 am

STORIES & CRAFT Stories, songs, and a craft. Ages 2-6

L Tuesday, May 3, 17 & 31 Tuesday, June 14 & 28 Thursday, May 12 & 26 Thursday, June 9 & 23 R Friday, May 27

Friday, June 17

FREE KIDSIGHT VISION SCREENING KidSight is offering a quick and noninvasive vision screening for children ages 6 months to 16 years old for common causes of childhood vision loss free of charge. Drop in

6:30 pm 6:30 pm 11:00 am 11:00 am 10:00 am 10:00 am

STUFFED ANIMAL SLEEPOVER Wear your pajamas & bring your favorite stuffed animal, listen to bedtime stories and then leave your stuffed animal with us for a fun night at the Library! Return the next day to pick up your friend and see pictures of their adventures!

V Thurs., June 23 R Friday, July 15 P Tuesday, July 26

HEALTHY EATING STORY TIME Listen to a story about healthy eating with special guest, St. Charles County Health Department. There will be a craft and healthy snack to follow. Ages 3-6

R Tuesday, June 7 Wednesday, June 8

10:30 am-12:30 pm 9:30am-12:30pm

10:00 am 10:00 am

LUNCH BUNCH Listen to stories of animals who race while you eat your lunch. Bring your own lunch, drinks provided. Ages 5-8

P Tuesday, June 21

9:30 am-12:30 pm

STORY DISCUSSION & MORE PIZZA AND A BOOK Enjoy pizza and discuss the book. Grades 4-6

12:00 pm

S When You Reach Me

TALE WAGGERS - READ TO A DOG! Read to a dog in this special program offered by members of Love on a Leash. Bring your own book or choose one of ours, and read to an attentive, adorable dog who loves stories. Ages 5-12

by Rebecca Stead Pick up a copy of the book at the Information Desk. Tuesday, May 3 6:00 pm Favorite Summer Reads Bring your favorite summer reads and share with the group. Tuesday, June 7 6:00 pm

W Tuesday, May 3 O Thursday, May 5 P Tuesday, May 17

6:30 pm 7:00 pm 2:00 pm

TIME TO GROW Listen to stories about things that grow and help plant flowers in our patio planters to enjoy all summer long. Plant your very own flowers to take home. Ages 3-6

M Thursday, May 19

CLUB READ Pick up a copy of the book at the information desk. Grades 4-6

Wednesday, June 8

6:00 pm 6:00 pm

Q Chomp by Carl Hiaasen

S Thursday, May 26 Thursday, June 23

6:30 pm 6:30 pm

V Tuesday, May 10

Q Monday, June 13

6:30 pm

Q Storytime

Thursday, May 5 Pick Up Friday, May 6

6:00 pm All Day

6:30 pm

Tuesday, June 14

7:00 pm

Tuesday, May 3 7:00 pm Wonder by R.J. Palacio Tuesday, June 7 7:00 pm

R The Marvels

by Brian Selznick Tuesday, May 31 7:00 pm Space Case: A Moon Base Alpha Novel by Stuart Gibbs 2016–2017 Mark Twain nominee Tuesday, June 28 7:00 pm

CAN’T SIT STILL STORY TIME Story time designed for children with special needs and/or kids who simply can’t sit still. We’ll share stories, rhymes & songs aimed at a preschool level. Families & friends welcome. Each child must be accompanied by an adult.

O Friday, May 20 Friday, June 17

10:00 am 10:00 am

Registration requested but not required. If your child needs some time to become acclimated to our setting, please feel free to come early.

BOOKWORMS Stories, activities and crafts. Grades K-3

R Salute to Moms and Dads Monday, May 23 Great Races Monday, June 27

Middendorf-Kredell: R

6:00 pm 6:00 pm

North County: T

READ S’MORE Read a book, have a s’more, and enjoy theme related activities. Check out more books and read s’more. Ages 6-11

READ TO A DOG with YANKEE & LUCY! Meet CHAMP Therapy Dogs, Yankee and Lucy. They love to listen to children read. Bring a book to read to them or read them one of ours! Ages 5-12

R Tuesday, May 17 Tuesday, June 21

South County: U

Spencer Road: V

O The Terrible Two

Thursday, May 12 4:30 pm The Tortoise & The Hare Thursday, June 9 3:00 pm

6:30 pm 6:30 pm

WingHaven®: W

Programs marked  do not require registration.

CHILDREN’S programs

For a full schedule of programs visit youranswerplace.org

ARTISTS’ CORNER

FUN & GAMES

EXPLORING MATISSE SCHOOL-AGE CRAFT Use a simple computer program to create your own Matisse-style art. Grades 1-5

GARDEN PARTY Activities & crafts about gardening. Grades 1-5

V Monday, May 9

S Friday, May 20

SUMMER READING OUTDOOR KICKOFF Outdoor activities to kick off Summer Reading!

4:30 pm

GROWING ARTISTS Preschool art session focused on the process of making art. Art activities will be open-ended and explorative in nature. Dress to get messy! Ages 3-6

M Friday, May 20

Friday, June 17

All ages

Q Saturday, May 21

10:00 am 10:00 am

BUDDING ARTIST Hear a story and create art that pops, fizzes and erupts! Dress to get messy! Ages 3-6

R Erupting Art

Wednesday, May 25 Chalk Art Wednesday, June 15

6:30 pm 6:30 pm

10:00 am

Saturday, June 25 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital Campus Walking Path Screenings located in Medical Office Building #1 Suite 117

11:00 am

N Wednesday, June 1 T Thursday, June 2 U Tuesday, June 7 W Wednesday, June 8

4:00-6:00 pm 6:00-7:30 pm 4:00-6:00 pm 4:00-6:00 pm

GAME DAY Play cards, board games and put together puzzles. Drop in

O Wed., May 25

10:00 am-12:00 pm

SPIRIT HATS Cheer on your favorite team with a festive decorated hat. Colorful hats and paint will be provided. Grades 1-5

M Saturday, May 28 Tuesday, June 7

2:00 pm 2:00 pm

WE’RE GOING ON A BEAR HUNT! PRESCHOOL OBSTACLE COURSE Hunt for bears in the Library’s meeting room. Drop in

ART FOR BABIES Babies and caregivers explore art mediums: crayons, finger paint, torn paper. Dress to get messy! Ages 18-23 months

P Friday, June 17

4:30 pm

FUN AND GAMES SUMMER READING KICK-OFF  Make and play fun games at the Library. Play on our giant Chutes and Ladders! Be sure to sign up for the Summer Reading program while you are there! Drop in All ages

O Wed., June 1 Thurs., June 2

ROLL! Create a pool noodle marble run, participate in a somersault competition & more! Ages 6-11

O Friday, June 3

10:00 am-12:00 pm 10:00 am-12:00 pm

3:00 pm

OBSTACLE COURSE! Test your skills with our obstacle course! Drop in

R Saturday, June 4

10:00-11:00 am

FREE ADMISSION Fun for the whole family: • • • • •

Bounce Houses Edible Art Rescue Trucks Fitness Challenges Free Cholesterol and Glucose Screenings • Great food for purchase from local food trucks

A Healthy Family is Your Best Medicine

Branch Key: Boone’s Trail: L

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Corporate Parkway: M

Deer Run: O

Discovery Village: N

Kathryn Linnemann: P

Kisker Road: Q

McClay: S

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CHILDREN’S programs

SUMMER READING

FUN, GAMES AND FITNESS! Hula hooping, hopscotching, jump roping good time with games and activities. Drop in

MAY 23 – AUGUST 1

R Thurs., June 23

at St. Charles City-County Library District

Read for fun and prizes! New this year: Register online at youranswerplace.org/SummerReading THE SCIENCE OF SPORTS Learn about the science and technology behind the sports you love!

R Tuesday, June 7

2:00 pm

ON YOUR MARK, GET SET...FUN! Action-packed crafts and games in the Library courtyard to celebrate the Summer Reading Program. Drop in

ON YOUR MARK, GET SET, PLAY! Race around the world, play games from different continents, then take home game supplies and instructions. Ages 8-11

P Wednesday, June 15 ANGRY BIRDS Activities and crafts about the game Angry Birds. Grades 1-5

O Tuesday, June 7 10:00 am–12:00 pm S Thurs., June 16 PRESCHOOL PARTY ON THE PATIO Chalk drawing, bubbles, hula hoops and other summer fun outside on our patio. Drop in Ages 3-8

V Wednesday, June 8 9:30 -11:00 am MINECRAFT CAMP Activities and crafts based on the computer game Minecraft. Grades 1-5

S Thurs., June 9

10:00 am

LITTLE OLYMPICS Ready, Set, Go! Compete in little Olympic games at the Library. The events will work both gross and fine motor skills of these young Olympians. Drop in Ages 3-6

M Friday, June 10

10:00-11:00 am

YOGA Learn different yoga poses and breathing techniques in this child-centered class. Parents are welcome to join! Be sure to sign up both child and parent when registering.

R Preschool Ages 3-5

Friday, June 10 School Age Ages 6-11 Friday, June 17

2:00 pm 2:00 pm

POM-POM PARTY Cheer on your favorite team by creating your own set of pom-poms. Grades 1-5

M Saturday, June 11 Middendorf-Kredell: R

2:00 pm

North County: T

2:00 pm

AMAZING ANIMAL ATHLETES! Stories, activities and a craft about the amazing things animals can do. Grades K-5

R Thursday, June 16

2:00 pm

BALLOON PING-PONG Make your own racquet & challenge your friends to a game of balloon ping-pong. Grades K-5

M Monday, June 20

4:00 pm

JUMP! Crafts, games & activities that encourage you to jump. Create a jump rope from recycled bags, participate in a potato sack race and more! Ages 6-11

O Monday, June 20

3:00 pm

SHINE DOWN ON ME! Celebrate the official first day of summer by reading, talking and singing about things that shine! Make your very own sun spinner to take home. Ages 3-6

V Tuesday, June 21

LET THE GAMES BEGIN! Fun and friendly noncompetitive games. Relay race, balloon hockey, balloon tennis and more! Drop in

P Friday, June 24

6:30 pm

EXPLODING PAINT BOMBS Work your throwing arm and make beautiful art at the same time. Come dressed to get messy and play outside.

2:00 -4:00 pm

TAKE ME OUT TO THE BALLGAME! Activities and crafts about baseball and the Cardinals. Grades 1-5

S Friday, June 24

2:00 pm

FOURTH OF JULY MAKE AND TAKE CELEBRATION Make fun crafts to celebrate the 4th! Drop in

P Tuesday, June 28

10:00 am

10:00 am-12:00 pm

2:00-4:00 pm

LIBRARY MINUTE TO WIN IT Test your skills with a variety of different ‘Minute to Win It’ type games. Grades 1-5

S Thursday, June 30

10:00 am

INTERNATIONAL MUD DAY CELEBRATION Celebrate International Mud Day a little late with messy, muddy crafts and games in the Library courtyard. Wear mud-friendly clothes and bring along a towel or two! Ages 3-11

O Thursday, June 30

2:00 pm

MOVIES WEDNESDAY SUMMER MOVIE  Snacks provided, bring your own drinks.

S Minions - PG

Wednesday, June 1 Goosubumps - PG Wednesday, June 8 Kung Fu Panda - PG Wednesday, June 15 Jumanji - PG Wednesday, June 22 Frozen Sing Along - PG Wednesday, June 29

2:00 pm 2:00 pm 2:00 pm 2:00 pm 2:00 pm

Grades K-5

M Wednesday, June 22

South County: U

Spencer Road: V

2:00 pm

WingHaven®: W

Programs marked  do not require registration.

CHILDREN’S programs

DISCOVERY KIDS Grades K-5

M Science of Star Wars

Learn about the science behind Star Wars & about the stars in our night sky. Wednesday, May 4 2:00 pm Monday, May 9 6:00 pm Sports Learn the science behind your favorite sports. Wednesday, June 1 2:00 pm Monday, June 13 6:00 pm

RAINBOW LOOM FUN Make fun rubber band bracelets and more. Share ideas and show off what you’ve made. All supplies provided. Ages 6-12

N Wednesday, May 4 U Tuesday, May 10 W Wednesday, May 11 T Thursday, May 12

6:30 pm 4:00 pm 6:30 pm 6:00 pm

PLANT POWER Learn how plants grow and make a flower to take home. Ages 3-6

V Thursday, May 5

10:00 am

For a full schedule of programs visit youranswerplace.org

CD PHOTO FRAMES A CD case makes a fabulous frame for a special picture--for you or as a gift for your Dad. Grades 1-5

V Monday, June 6

1:30 pm

ALL ABOUT MY BODY Learn about the things inside you that keep your body going. Make a colorful example to take home. Ages 3-6

V Monday, June 20

10:00 am

LEGO CLUB JR. Listen to a story and build with the Library’s LEGOS. Ages 3-6

M Saturday, May 7 Saturday, June 4

R Friday, May 20

Friday, June 10

O Thursday, May 26 Thursday, June 23

10:00 am 10:00 am 10:30 am 10:30 am 10:00 am 10:00 am

LEGO CLUB Build with the Library’s LEGOs. We’ll have a thematic challenge every month. Ages 5-11

S Thurs., May 5

Thurs., June 2

4:30 pm*Ages 3-12 4:30 pm*Ages 3-12

M Thursday, May 12 Monday, May 23 Thursday, June 9 Monday, June 27 Monday, June 27

4:00 pm 6:00 pm 4:00 pm 2:00 pm 6:00 pm

YOUNG SCIENTISTS Enjoy a science-themed story followed by plenty of time for exploring hands-on science activities. Ages 3-6

R Monday, May 16 O Monday, May 23

6:00 pm

M Friday, May 6

V Wednesday, May 25

4:30 pm 4:30 pm

Q Thursday, May 26

6:00 pm 6:00 pm

Friday, June 3

10:00 am 10:00 am

LITTLE LEARNERS Activities & crafts. Ages 3-6

S Butterflies

Wednesday, May 11 Candyland Wednesday, June 8

Monday, June 27

Wednesday, June 22

Thursday, June 30

4:30 pm 3:00 pm

LEGO CLUB: LEGO MAZES Listen to a story and build a maze with the Library’s LEGOs. Ages 5-11

R Monday, June 20

Monday, June 20

2:00 pm 6:00 pm

LEGO ROBOTICS: WEDO Use simple computer programming to make your LEGO creation move. Grades 1-3

M Thursday, May 5 Q Monday, May 9 Wednesday, June 29

V Tuesday, May 17 S Thursday, June 2 O Thursday, June 16 Thursday, June 16

P Thursday, June 23 Saturday, June 25 Saturday, June 25

4:00 pm 6:00 pm 10:00 am 4:30 pm 10:00 am 2:00 pm 4:30 pm 6:30 pm 2:00 pm 3:30 pm

INTRO TO SCRATCH PROGRAMMING Learn to program a simple computer animation with Scratch (a project of the Lifelong Kindergarten Group at the MIT Media Lab). Grades 4-6

M Wednesday, May 18 P Thursday, May 26 Saturday, May 28

2:00 pm 6:30 pm 2:00 pm

STOP MOTION ANIMATION WORKSHOP Working in teams, create a stop motion animation movie using LEGO Movie Maker. Ages 6-12

P Friday, June 3

Friday, June 3

10:00 am 2:00 pm

10:00 am 10:00 am

FAMILY STEM NIGHT Story and simple science fun. Ages 3-6

O Wednesday, May 11 Wednesday, June 8

6:30 pm 6:30 pm

10 Branch Key: Boone’s Trail: L Corporate Parkway: M Deer Run: O Discovery Village: N Kathryn Linnemann: P Kisker Road: Q

McClay: S

Enter our first-ever Coloring Contest, open to all ages!

COLORING contest

Name:________________________________________________________________________________ Email:___________________________________________

Phone:_________________________

Age:____________

Branch:_________________________

Bring completed pages to your Library branch or share your page on social media tagged #librarycoloring by Friday, July 1. Winners in five age groups (4 and under, 5–8, 9–12, 13–17, and 18 and up) will receive a prize.

TWEEN & FAMILY programs

For a full schedule of programs visit youranswerplace.org

FAMILY programs SATURDAY MORNING CHESS CLUB All skill levels & ages are welcome. Drop in.

R Saturdays

TWEEN programs TWEENS CREATE Special activity/craft for tweens! Grades 4-8

S Flip Flop Fun

Tuesday, May 10 Washi Tape Tuesday, June 14

6:30 pm 6:30 pm

9:00 am-12:00 pm

GAME ON @ YOUR LIBRARY Choose your favorite game or try something new. A variety of games will be available with new and different choices each month!

L 1st Tuesday V 1st Thursday P 2nd Tuesday O 2thnd Wednesday, May

12:00 pm

R 3rd Wednesday Q 4th Wednesday M 4th Wednesday, June

6:30 pm

Grades 1-5

6:30 pm

R Friday, May 27

6:30 pm

STAR WARS MANIA Go crazy over Star Wars! We’ll have crafts, games, and crazy fun! All materials & snacks provided. All ages

4 Wednesday, June

6:30 pm 6:30 pm 6:30 pm 6:30 pm

MOTHER’S DAY PAPERCRAFT LEGO ROBOTICS: MINDSTORMS Learn programming by solving challenges with a LEGO Mindstorms EV3 robot utilizing STEM concepts. Grades 4-8

O Thursday, May 26

2:00 pm 4:30 pm

V Thursday, June 9 M Wednesday, June 15

1:30 pm

Thursday, May 26

2:00 pm

TWEENS: BUILD IT WITH LEGOS! Get creative with LEGOs! Materials provided. Ages 10-16

W Wednesday, June 15

6:00 pm

M Kids: Listen to stories and create

Mother’s Day artwork. All ages Adults: Make colorful gift containers for Mother’s Day using the art of origami! All supplies provided. Tuesday, May 3 2:00 pm

LEGO ROBOTICS: MINDSTORMS: FAMILY NIGHT Learn programming by solving challenges as a family with a LEGO Mindstorms EV3 robot utilizing STEM concepts.

V Wednesday, May 11

6:30 pm

STAR PARTY Bring the whole family and join experts from the Astronomical Society to view our amazing universe through telescopes. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

TEEN STAR WARS PARTY Talk, trivia, movies, games and lightsabers! Costumes encouraged! Ages 12-18

P Wednesday, May 4

6:00 pm

STAR WARS PARTY Star Wars themed crafts and activities! 2:00 pm

U Tuesday, June 14

6:00 pm

STAR WARS MONDAY MOVIE MARATHON Hot fresh popcorn will be provided.

O Phantom Menace - PG

Monday, June 6 Attack of the Clones - PG Monday, June 13 Revenge of the Sith - PG-13 Monday, June 20 A New Hope - PG Monday, June 27

6:30 pm 6:30 pm 6:30 pm 6:30 pm

Ages 8 & up

M Monday, May 16 Q Wednesday, June 8 V Monday, June 13

7:30 pm 7:30 pm 7:30 pm

12 Branch Key: Boone’s Trail: L Corporate Parkway: M Deer Run: O Discovery Village: N Kathryn Linnemann: P Kisker Road: Q

McClay: S

Register for programs online at youranswerplace.org or call the Library TEEN ADVISORY BOARDS Be a part of the decision making process at your branch! Help plan programs, give book recommendations, promote the Library, and eat snacks! Ages 12 to 18

W 1st Wednesday

4:00 pm P 1st Thursday 4:30 pm M 1st Friday rd O 3 Monday Q 4th Tuesday V 4th Tuesday S Last Wednesday R 4th Thursday

7:00 pm 7:00 pm 4:30 pm 4:00 pm 4:00 pm

WRITING CLUB Get inspiration, feedback and support on your writing from fellow writers. Ages 11-17

Q Tuesday, May 10 Tuesday, June 14

7:00 pm 7:00 pm

M 2nd Tuesday P Tuesday, June 21

4:00 pm 12:00 pm 12:00 pm

Ages 13 & up

SHARE.TALK.CREATE. Share your talent - art, fiction, music, photos. Ages 12-18

P Wednesday, May 11 Tuesday, June 7

Middendorf-Kredell: R

W The Young Elites

SUMMER READING EXTRAVAGANZA Kick off your summer reading adventure with a big party! Lightsabers, hula hoops, karaoke, Nerf guns & snacks provided. Families welcome.

L Thursday, June 2

12:00 pm

TEEN PICNIC DAY Snacks, desserts, and games galore, all outside! Ages 12-18

Wednesday, May 18 Counting by 7’s Wednesday, June 29

7:00 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm

S Books to Movies

Discuss your favorite books that have made it to the big screen! Wednesday, May 25 6:30 pm Truman/Gateway Nominees Discuss your favorite award nominees Wednesday, June 29 6:30 pm

L Paper Towns

Thursday, May 26

3:30 pm

6:30 pm

4:00 pm

IRON CHEF: HEALTHY SNACK Take the Chairman’s challenge at ‘Kitchen Stadium’-Corporate Parkway for our first healthy snack competition. All supplies provided. A prize will be given to the Iron Chef Champion team. Ages 12-18

Ages 12-18

S Saturday, May 21 Saturday, June 4

the Secrets of the Universe Tuesday, May 10 Conversion Tuesday, June 14

4:00 pm

V Monday, June 13

TEEN TABLETOP GAMING Play Dungeons and Dragons!

V 1st Thursday

M 3rd Friday

6:00 pm

3:30 pm

R Aristotle and Dante Discover

TEEN GAMING CLUB Play Super Smash Brothers on Wii U! Traditional board games also available. Personal game devices welcome. Snacks provided. Ages 12-18

PLAY IT! VIDEO GAMES AND MORE Video gaming fun! Grades 6-12

NERF FREE-FOR-ALL Take out finals-week stress!

TEEN BOOK DISCUSSION To register please call the branch or register online. Ages 12-18

7:00 pm 7:00 pm

6:00 pm

FUN & GAMES

L Thursday, May 5

Q Tuesday, May 17

W Saturday, June 4

ANIME CLUB Movie, talk, snacks & friends. Ages 12-18

BOOK DISCUSSIONS

TEEN VARIABLE CLUB Movies, music, tech, books & more. Each month will be a different topic chosen by the group. Ages 12-18 Tuesday, June 21

5:30 pm

TEEN programs

6:00 pm 6:00 pm

M Tuesday, June 14

4:00 pm

& MAKER GROUPS

BABYSITTING 101 Get an introduction to the basics of babysitting. A workbook and light snack are provided. $30 fee. Please call 636.344.KIDS (5437) to register.

ART ATTACK Explore art with other teens! All supplies provided.

M 4th Wednesday

Q Saturday, June 11

9:30 am

4:00 pm

TEEN COLOR YOUR WORLD Explore the fun of extreme coloring and extreme dot to dot. All supplies and snack provided. Ages 12-18

Q Last Wednesday R Monday, June 13

7:00 pm

HEALTHY DATING RELATIONSHIPS FOR TEENS A Teen Health Coach will talk about cultivating respect, communication, and safe dating practices as well as building self-esteem in relationships. Learn how to identify unhealthy dating behaviors in your own relationships or with friends and where to find help when you need it. Ages 13 & up

BUILD IT! LEGOS AND MORE You’re never too old to play with LEGOs. Take the challenge! Grades 6-12

R Tuesday, June 21

V Monday, May 16

North County: T

South County: U

6:00 pm Spencer Road: V

WingHaven®: W

3:00 pm

4:00 pm

Programs marked  do not require registration.

ADULT programs

For a full schedule of programs visit youranswerplace.org

TRIVI-OKE A blended game two of the area’s favorite pastimes: Karaoke and Trivia!

R Tuesday, May 3 Tuesday, June 7

MODERN PARENTING The Modern Parenting series explores a new topic each month. NATURAL CHILDBIRTH TECHNIQUES Explore simple ways you can help your body and mind prepare for a low-risk natural birth experience. Learn how partners can prepare and understand the role they play in your birth goals!

S Thursday, May 19

2:00 pm

BOSOM BUDDIES: FAMILY FRIENDLY BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT GROUP Support, encouragement, shared knowledge and experiences. Kids are welcome!

R 4th Saturday

10:00 am

Supported by the St. Charles County WIC program

VINYL LOVERS CLUB Do you like to groove to music with grooves? Join our vinyl record club and socialize with other enthusiasts. Bring your favorite records and we will sample tracks from each other’s collections.

R 1st Saturday

12:00 pm

DOCUMENTARY FILM & DISCUSSION SERIES This event is a collaboration with POV, PBS’ award-winning nonfiction film series. A moderated discussion will follow the film. www.pbs.org/pov

V The Storm Makers NR

Tuesday, May 10 Return to Homs NR Tuesday, June 14

6:30 pm 6:30 pm

AFTERNOON THEATER Light snacks will be provided.

Q The Martian PG-13

Tuesday, May 17 1:30 pm In the Heart of the Sea PG-13 Tuesday, June 14 1:30 pm

ENTERTAINMENT MAH JONGG BASICS

R Mondays S Mondays

7:00 pm 7:00 pm

1:00 pm

COFFEE AT THE LIBRARY  Enjoy a cup of coffee, a sweet treat and conversation.

P 1st Wednesday

2:00 pm

STORY SWAP Hear & tell stories for all ages. Folk tales, personal stories, tall tales & myths.

S 2nd Monday

6:30 pm

GUITAR CLUB Share your tips and guitar wisdom with other players.

O Last Tuesday

7:00 pm

BEGINNING BRIDGE (8 sessions) Bring a deck of cards.

V Wednesdays, starting June1

7:00 pm

FUN PERSONALITY QUIZZES Spend an hour taking silly quizzes like the ones in Cosmo and teen fashion magazines. It is a great way to socialize and have a few laughs.

R Tuesday, June 14

R Tuesday, May 17

9:00 am

LET’S TALK ABOUT IT! NEWS AND CURRENT EVENTS DISCUSSION GROUP A moderated current events discussion.

S Thursday, May 12

7:00 pm

LEARN PALM READING Palmistry: the art of interpreting a person’s character or predicting their future by examining the lines on the hand. It makes for a great party trick too!

1:00 pm

U Thursdays

SIMPLIFY YOUR WARDROBE Mindful Closet personal stylist Dacy Gillespie will give tips on why less is more and how paring down your wardrobe can up your style game.

FAST FRIENDS: SPEED DATING STYLE Making friends as an adult can be difficult. Join us for a night of no-pressure mingling. Anonymously tell us who you like and if they want to be friends too, we share your contact info with the other person.

R Wednesday, May 25

7:00 pm

V Wednesday, May 25

7:00 pm

Ages 20-49

Ages 50+

7:00 pm

PSYCHOMETRY WITH NANCY Let’s learn about & experience psychometry, the ability to pick up thoughts and visions relating to someone just by holding an object. Please bring along a small object you own to participate in this interactive class.

R Wednesday, June 22

6:30 pm

14 Branch Key: Boone’s Trail: L Corporate Parkway: M Deer Run: O Discovery Village: N Kathryn Linnemann: P Kisker Road: Q

McClay: S

FITNESS ON THE GO! APPS AND TRACKERS Learn about free fitness apps and get one-on-one assistance with setting up your apps or synching your fitness tracker. Bring your fully charged mobile device or fitness tracker.

R Monday, May 23 Tuesday, June 14

7:00 pm 10:00 am

HEALTH APPS ON YOUR TABLET OR SMARTPHONE Bring your smartphone or tablet with you and begin exploring applications to meet your healthy living goals.

M Wednesday, June 15

TECH programs

7:00 pm

OPEN LAB  Bring your questions and get hands-on help!

BEGINNERS GUIDE TO THE CLOUD Learn about popular cloud services for file storage and backup, a productivity app and popular entertainment options.

P Wed., May 11, 18 & 25

Q Tuesday, May 3

Wed., June 15, 22 & 29

V Wednesdays

2:30 pm 2:30 pm 2:00 pm 10:00 am

Fridays

R Wednesdays & Fridays M Tuesday, May 24 Thursday, June 16

2:00 pm 2:00 pm 10:00 am

GENEALOGY LAB Discover how to use Ancestry Library Edition, Heritage Quest or one of our other genealogical databases.

P Tuesday, May 17 Tuesday, June 21

10:00 am 10:00 am

READY TO GO DIGITAL Learn how to go digital and use our eLibrary. Find out how to check out eBooks, eMagazines, and music and to stream movies all for free. All you need is a valid Library card and any password needed to access your device.

O 1st Monday R 1st Tuesday Q 3rd Saturday

2:30 pm

1:30 pm

North County: T

Q Monday, May 16 V Thursday, May 19

1:30 pm 1:30 pm

LIST IT ON eBAY! Bring one small item, pictures of your item on a flash drive and all the materials you will need to package your item for shipping and we will help you list it.

V Thursday, June 2

2:00 pm

You must already be registered with eBay & Paypal.

FACEBOOK 1: THE STARTER KIT

Q 2 Sessions

Mon/Tues, June 27 & 28

2:00 pm

L Wednesday, June 29

10:00 am

INTRODUCTION TO MICROSOFT EXCEL 2013 Prior experience with the computer and an understanding of the Windows operating system is recommended.

R 4 Sessions

GOING WIRELESS: HOW TO USE WI-FI Learn about Wi-Fi, where & how to get it and important safety precautions you need to know.

M 5 Sessions

R Tuesday, May 24

MICROSOFT WORD (4 Sessions) This course focuses on word processing skills like creating, saving and retrieving documents; inserting & deleting text; formatting text; and using cut, copy & paste.

2:00 pm

DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY Learn the basics of digital photography. Get a brief introduction to software and websites for organizing, editing & sharing digital photos.

V Thursday, May 26 Q Saturday, June 25

2:00 pm 9:30 am

V Thursday, May 5

iPAD iOS9 (2 Sessions) Please bring your iPad, Apple ID & password.

Middendorf-Kredell: R

1:30 pm

eBAY BASICS Navigate your way through eBay whether you want to buy, sell or simply browse.

If you do not have a current Gmail account, please arrive 15 minutes early in order to set one up.

2:00 pm

FREEGAL MUSIC Learn to download free music to your device.

S Tuesday, June 21 & 28

Q M/W/F, May 9-13

3:00 pm

ZINIO EMAGAZINES Learn to download free magazines to your device.

P Monday, June 20

EXPLORING GOOGLE (3 Sessions) Google Maps, Calendar, and Drive.

PINTEREST 101 Create boards filled with pins related to your hobbies, interests and ideas.

1:00 pm

P Monday, May 23

1:30 pm

ADULT programs

Thursday, June 2

1:30 pm 6:30 pm

STARTING YOUR ETSY BUSINESS 101 Learn the ins-and-outs of creating a successful handmade craft business on Etsy as well as the legal aspects of starting your own small online business.

V Wednesday, May 11

7:00 pm

Thursday, May 5-26

Tues/Thurs, starting June 16

M Tues/Thurs, starting May 24

10:00 am 6:30 pm

6:30 pm

MAKER WORKSHOPS with INVENTOR FORGE Calling all experimenters, artists, tinkerers, & inventors: get together with other Makers & explore new technologies each month. Pi, Arduino or Circuits Q Raspberry st 1 Saturday

9:30 am

V 3Dnd Printing & Technology Demonstrations

2 Thursday 6:30 pm Maker Project and Group Build 3rd Saturday 2:00 pm

DIY with Inventor Forge S STEM th 4 Monday

6:30 pm

Inventor Forge is a non-profit organization working to establish a makerspace in St. Charles County.

BLOGGING WITH WORDPRESS Create a free account & learn about posting, sticky posts, themes - even copyright issues. Bring a valid email address with your password.

V Saturday, May 14

South County: U

Spencer Road: V

9:30 am

WingHaven®: W

Programs marked  do not require registration.

ADULT programs

For a full schedule of programs visit youranswerplace.org

CRAFT programs COMMUNITY OF CRAFTERS Join one of our many ongoing crafting groups to express your creativity and make new friends. Call the branch for meeting details.

V CHEMO CAPS

Tuesdays Thursdays

12:30 pm 6:30 pm

LET’S CROCHET Wednesdays

1:00 pm

CRAFTERS CONNECTIONS R JEWELRY nd 2 Thursday 4th Tuesday

6:30 pm 6:30 pm

& MORE WORKDAY S SCRAPBOOKING st 1 Saturday

KNIT-A-LONG 1st & 3rd Tuesday

9:00 am

6:30 pm

COLOR YOUR WORLD! Slow down, ease stress, relax and be mindful of your everyday surroundings. Bring your own supplies or use ours!

GETTING INTO QUILTING (3 sessions) Learn basic quilting skills in a single project. See website or call the branch for details and supply list.

Q 1st Wednesday O 1st Wednesday L 1st Thursday V 2nd & 4th Thursday

6:30 pm

S 2nd Saturdays - May, June, July 9:00 am

6:30 pm

GLASS ETCHING Learn how to personalize a glass piece using etching cream. Bring a glass item to etch!

10:00 am 6:30 pm

Moderated by Kathy Ratino of St. Louis Metro Colorists

R Monday, May 16

M Tuesday, May 17 May P 3strd Thursday, rd

MAKE YOUR OWN CARDS Create several unique all-occasion cards. Materials fee is $8. Please bring your own scissors and adhesive.

1 & 3 Thursday, June

6:30 pm 6:30 pm 6:30 pm

Moderated by Kathy Ratino of St. Louis Metro Colorists

R Cookies and Coloring for Adults Friday, May 20 Saturday, June 18

3:30 pm 3:00 pm

CRAFTING FOR CHARITY Tuesdays 12:30 pm CRAFT-A-THON 3rd Wed. 10:00 am (9:00 am June) QUILT ALONG 3rd Thursday

6:00 pm

CRAFTERS/STITCHERS/QUILTERS: SATURDAY WORKDAY 4th Saturday 9:00 am

U KNIT-A-LONG

Thursdays

2:00 pm

WOVEN T-SHIRT OVAL RUG Make a fabulous oval rug using t-shirt strips and a hula hoop! All supplies provided. Ages 13 & up

V Wednesday, May 4

6:30 pm

BIRD’S NEST NECKLACE Make a bird’s nest pendant for yourself or someone special. All supplies provided.

S Thursday, May 5

7:00 pm

MAKE A CHILD’S DRESS Make a simple dress that you can give to your favorite little girl. Basic sewing skills are required. See website or call the branch for details and supply list.

M Wednesday, May 11

6:30 pm

BEADING 101 Tools and supplies provided.

M Mixed Media Anklet

Thursday, May 12 Cluster Necklace Thursday, June 9

P Wine Glass Charms

Monday, May 9 Wednesday, May 18 Daisy Spacer Ring Monday, June 6 Wednesday, June 15

7:00 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm

Q 3rd Monday

2:00 pm

6:30 pm

DIY GREEN CLEANING PRODUCTS Learn how to make green cleaning products with ingredients that are better for you, your budget, and the environment. Please bring 4 empty containers with lids; this is a hands-on class and you will leave with samples to try out in your home.

V Monday, May 23

6:30 pm

FRUITY SUMMER DRINKS AND COASTERS Make fruit-shaped coasters out of Perler beads. All supplies provided. We’ll also share some great drink recipes to make at home.

L Tuesday, May 24

2:00 pm

JULY 4TH FLIP FLOPS Bring a red, white, or blue pair of flip flops to decorate for the 4th of July!

V Thurs., June 30

7:00 pm

7:00 pm 7:00 pm

16 Branch Key: Boone’s Trail: L Corporate Parkway: M Deer Run: O Discovery Village: N Kathryn Linnemann: P Kisker Road: Q

McClay: S

BOOKS AND MORE WRITE YOUR BOOK @ THE LIBRARY Work on your latest book each Saturday. Hosted by Saturday Writers, a chapter of the Missouri Writers’ Guild.

V Saturdays

2:30 pm

“BOOK TALK TUESDAYS” Inspire others to read a book that you’ve enjoyed and find your next favorite!

V Tuesday, May 3

7:00 pm

MONDAY MORNING BOOK TALK Come talk about books you love while sharing some coffee & donuts.

S Monday, June 6

BOOK DISCUSSION GROUPS For the most up-to-date program information, to view titles to be discussed, and to register for programs, please visit youranswerplace.org/book-discussion-groups

6:30pm – 2nd Monday 10:00 am – 3rd Wednesday

7:00 pm – last Tuesday 1:30 pm – 2nd Wednesday

2016 SUMMERTIME DIGITAL PHOTO CONTEST Enter the Third Annual Summertime Digital Photo Contest and compete for cash prizes! See the website for contest details. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

St. Charles City-County Library District May 23 – August 1

(alternating months)

9:30 am

SEARCHING FOR A NEW SERIES Explore your new favorite book series through audio clips, craft connections and books to check out. Listen to a selection from the series while creating a craft that ties in to the story. Each session will explore a different series, author or genre. Craft Tie-In: Fabric Square Wreath

Q Colebridge Community Series by Ann Hazelwood Friday, June 10

ADULT programs

1:30 pm

O 10:00 am – 3rd Thursday

1:00 pm – Last Tuesday

7:00 pm – Last Wednesday

7:00 pm – 3 Tuesday rd

W 10:00 am – 4th Wednesday S 10:00 am – 1stst Wednesday 7:00 pm – 1 Wednesday 1:30 pm – 1st Friday R

7:00 pm – 2nd Wednesday 2:00 pm – 3rd Thursday

7:00 pm – 2nd Monday

7:00 pm – 3rd Thursday 12:00 pm – 3rd Wednesday

Pick up some new skills with

ONLINE LEARNING: Enroll in a Photoshop class with Lynda.com

Study Italian with Mango

COOKBOOK CLUB Books can be picked up at the prior month’s meeting or at the Information Desk.

R Allergy-Free Cooking

Wednesday, May 4 One Pot Wonders Wednesday, June 1

2:00 pm 2:00 pm

Learn to make soap with Universal Class

WHAT’S COOKING THIS SUMMER? SERIES

M Book Discussion

The School of Essential Ingredients by Erica Bauermeister Thursday, June 23 2:00 pm Series continues in July with a cookbook discussion and movie screening.

youranswerplace.org/eLibrary Middendorf-Kredell: R

North County: T

South County: U

Spencer Road: V

WingHaven®: W

Programs marked  do not require registration.

ADULT programs

For a full schedule of programs visit youranswerplace.org

VOTE SMART 2016: GOVERNMENT APPS FOR INFORMED VOTERS Demo free government apps to help you track the candidates and issues this election season.

R Tuesday, May 24 Wednesday, June 29

6:30 pm 10:30 am

“Dear Ask Alison, Can you recommend resources for vegan cooking for beginners? How do I stock my pantry? Where are some easy recipes? How can I find vegan restaurants in this area?” — Anna S. - Lake St. Louis

HISTORY/GENEALOGY

Thanks for the question Anna! Veganism has certainly moved into the mainstream recently. It could be because vegan and vegetarian diets, which are high in fiber and low in saturated fat, have been associated with lower obesity rates, lower blood pressure, lower risk for coronary artery disease, and lower diabetes risk.

P Tuesday, May 10

But even those who don’t adapt a completely vegan lifestyle can certainly benefit from eating meat-free once in a while. For a few basics tips on getting started, I went to the Library stacks and picked up some great vegan how-to’s and cookbooks. All books recommend eating tons of fruits, veggies, legumes, and plant-based proteins. Here are 5 of the universal vegan pantry essentials I found: 1. Nutritional Yeast is the by product of beet molasses. It can add a nutty or “cheese-like” taste to sauces, popcorn, and salad dressings. 2. Quinoa, any variety or color (there are over 120 types!), is high in protein and a versatile addition to soups, salads, and side dishes. 3. Apple Cider Vinegar, with “The Mother” is a must-have for dressings, soups, stir-fry’s and more. 4. Lentils are high in protein and can be used as a meat substitute in things like tacos, pasta, and casseroles. 5. Flax Seed, when ground and mixed with water, it is an easy egg-substitute when baking. For more info about restaurants, events, and the vegan lifestyle, you can visit the STL Vegan Blog at www.stlvegan.com. Good luck on your new vegan cooking adventure!

For more information or to ask your question, visit Youranwerplace.org/AskAlison

FOCUS ON GENEALOGY: RESOURCES FOR LEARNING ABOUT EARLY MISSOURI ANCESTORS Cathie Schoppenhorst will discuss resources available for genealogical research in early Missouri. 7:00 pm

In partnership with the St. Charles Historical Society

BELLEFONTAINE CEMETERY ST. LOUIS HISTORY LIES HERE Genealogist Michele Thomas of the Bellefontaine Cemetery and Arboretum brings the story and secrets of this magnificent place to life!

Q Wednesday, May 11

7:00 pm

DISCOVER THE WORLD WITH YOUR LIBRARY “Travel” to a different country through pictures, videos, discussions and other activities.

V Monday, May 16 Monday, June 20

18 Branch Key: Boone’s Trail: L Corporate Parkway: M Deer Run: O Discovery Village: N Kathryn Linnemann: P Kisker Road: Q

7:00 pm 7:00 pm

McClay: S

ADULT programs

RESUME ASSISTANCE Get one-on-one resume and cover letter help. 30-minute time slots are available from 2-4 pm. Please call the branch to register. RISK AND RESPONSE TO DOMESTIC SEX TRAFFICKING Cindy Malott, Crisis Intervention Supervisor of the YWCA of St. Louis will discuss the dynamics of domestic sex trafficking in our area. Understand strategies used to recruit victims, local collaborative response to trafficking and risk factors for domestic sex trafficking. Ages 16 & up.

R Wednesday, May 4

7:00 pm

LIVING WITH EARLY STAGE ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT GROUP Presented by the Alzheimer’s Association. Participation in the initial Living with Alzheimer’s or Project Esteem program is required. Registration is required, call 1-800-272-3900.

V Caregiver st

1 Tuesday Patient 1st Tuesday

10:00 am 10:00 am

BETTER CHOICES, BETTER HEALTH- DIABETES Living with diabetes can present many challenges, such as knowing how and when to eat, living your life so you can avoid complications, and getting the support you want from family and friends. Light refreshments included. Please call 636-928- WELL (9355) to register. Fee: $15; Sessions: 8

R Tuesday, May 10 – June 28

1:00 pm

LIFESAVER CPR TRAINING Receive one-on-one instruction from a St. Charles County Ambulance District Paramedic and practice the chest compression technique on a manikin capable of providing real-time feedback! All ages welcome. Attendees may arrive any time during the 4 hour event for a 15 minute training. 4:00 - 8:00 pm U Friday, May 13 T Tuesday, June 7 2:00 - 6:00 pm 9:00 am - 1:00 pm S Wed., June 22 R Wednesday, June 29 4:00 - 8:00 pm

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Wednesday, June 8 Wednesday, June 22

2:00-4:00pm 2:00-4:00pm 2:00-4:00pm

JOB PROCESS FOR MILITARY VETERANS Review your resume and translate your military skills to the civilian job market. Learn job search techniques and how to use networking and social media to your advantage.

R Thursday, June 23

10:00 am

Lifesaver CPR is not a certification course.

ADULT HEARING SCREENING Experts will provide a brief 5-7 minute free hearing screening.

R Friday, May 13 Q Wednesday, May 18 P Thursday, May 26

10:00 am 6:00 pm 10:00 am

FREE BONE DENSITY SCREENING A free bone density screening for women. Call 636.928.WELL for an appointment.

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4:00 pm 4:00 pm

In partnership with Barnes-Jewish St. Peters and Progress West Hospitals

LOWER BACK PAIN: WHEN TO WORRY Join a BJC Orthopedic Spine Surgeon to learn about lower back pain & when to worry.

S Tuesday, June 7

4:00 pm

MAKE MONEY AND SPEND MONEY WISELY Learn how to sell pre-owned or homemade items on Facebook, Ebay, and Etsy. Spend wisely by shopping online, finding coupons and deals, registering for rewards programs and more. Learn how to negotiate and get the best prices.

S Thursday, June 9

6:30 pm

Presented by local retail shop owner, Brenda Fraser of Butterfly & Moon

COMMUNITY PARTNERS SNAP (FOOD STAMP) APPLICATION ASSISTANCE  The St. Louis Area Foodbank will help you fill out a SNAP (food stamp) application.

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10:00 am For assistance over the phone, call the tollfree SNAP Hotline today: 1-877-653-9522

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