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MARCH | APRIL 2019 Vol. 3 Issue 2

Events, Classes, and more

Find your favorites faster & easier with the new myLibrary Catalog.

Classes available now!Spring into the season with a new hobby.

In the November Director’s Note, I wrote about the community’s involvement in developing our new strategic plan. Over 7,000 people completed surveys and over 50 people participated in a full day community retreat to discuss the future of their Library.

I’m happy to report that we have reached the culmination of months of planning and the Library’s Board of Trustees recently approved the 2019-2023 strategic plan. This marks the beginning of what will be an exciting time in your Library’s history.

Over the course of the next several issues, I will use this message to focus on each of the six goals mapped out in the plan. Before doing that, I want to highlight your Library’s newly approved Mission, Vision, and Values. In many ways, these are most important because they inform the goals and provide the framework for everything we do.

Mission:The Library inspires, informs, and enhances connections across St. Charles County.

Vision: The St. Charles City-County Library is a catalyst for customers to build successful lives, families, and communities.

Values:We offer superior customer experiences.We encourage learning and discovery.We are inclusive and provide access to all.We cultivate collaboration and innovation.We believe in the freedom to know.We respect diverse perspectives.We foster a positive work environment.We are committed to the integrity and wise stewardship of resources.

I can’t say emphatically enough how pleased I am with this focus and with the direction set forth in the new strategic plan. Without a doubt, it is ambitious, and there is much work to be done. In the end, though, I truly believe we will see a library that lives its new vision as a catalyst for customers to build successful lives, families, and communities.

As we begin this challenging and exciting work - starting with our new and improved myLibrary Catalog - we thank you and look forward to seeing you at the Library!

Director’s Note MARCH | APRIL 2019

Branch Locations & Phone Numbers

� AUGUSTA BRANCH198 Jackson St, Augusta - (636) 228-4855

� BOONE’S TRAIL BRANCH#10 Fiddlecreek Ridge Rd, New Melle - (636) 398-6200

� CORPORATE PARKWAY BRANCH1200 Corporate Pkwy, Wentzville - (636) 332-8280

� DEER RUN BRANCH1300 North Main, O’Fallon - (636) 978-3251

� LIBRARY EXPRESS at DISCOVERY VILLAGE

378 Shadow Pines Drive, Wentzville - (636) 332-6476

� KATHRYN LINNEMANN BRANCH2323 Elm Street, St. Charles - (636) 946-6294

� KISKER ROAD BRANCH1000 Kisker Road, St. Charles - (636) 926-7323

� McCLAY BRANCH2760 McClay Road, St. Charles - (636) 441-7577

� MIDDENDORF-KREDELL BRANCH2750 Hwy. K, O’Fallon 63368 - (636) 978-7926

� PORTAGE DES SIOUX BRANCH1825 Commonfield Road, Portage Des Sioux - (636) 753-3070

� SPENCER ROAD BRANCH 427 Spencer Road, St. Peters - (636) 441-0522

� LIBRARY EXPRESS at WINGHAVEN®

7435 Village Ctr. Dr., O’Fallon - (636) 561-3385

Jason Kuhl, Director & Chief Executive Officer

If you have questions about how to navigate the myLibrary Catalog, please ask library staff at any branch or use the “Ask Us” feature at youranswerplace.org

INTRODUCING

We are proud to present exciting improvements to your online library experience. Explore new features and easy-to-use upgrades that will enhance the way you search for materials, access your account information, and place items on hold.

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SPECIAL events Most classes & events require registration at youranswerplace.org or call the Library

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CHRIS GRIFFITH After picking up the guitar at age ten, this singer/songwriter never stopped strumming! Fans of Jon Martyn, Joni Mitchell, Leo Kottke, John Gorka, Darrell Scott, and Shawn Colvin will love this acoustic guitar concert.

� Monday, March 11 7:00 pm

DANBURY STREETAttention all jazz fans! Spend a relaxing evening with this St. Louis instrumental jazz band. Danbury Street, a saxophone, bass, drums, & guitar quartet, has been delighting audiences with “straight-ahead and soul jazz, swing, latin, blues, ballads and more” since 2010.

� Monday, April 14 7:00 pm

A monthly concert series held in the Spencer Road Branch atrium. All ages are welcome.

PETS 101 FOR KIDSJoin CHAMP Assistance dogs to learn how to safely greet a dog, what your pets need from you to be well-cared for, and what service dogs do in our community. A cat will be part of the presentation. Ages 3+

� Saturday, March 2 2:00 pm

Branch Key: Augusta: � Boone’s Trail: � Corporate Parkway: � Discovery Village: � Deer Run: � Kathryn Linnemann: � Kisker Road: �

REPTILES AND AMPHIBIANS OF MISSOURIHave an up-close encounter with snakes, turtles, frogs, toads, and lizards - all of which could be living right in your backyard! Ages 5+

� Saturday March 23 10:00 am

� Thursday, March 14 6:30 pm



� Friday, March 15 10:00 am

� Wednesday, March 20 4:00 pm

� Friday, March 15 2:00 pm

CARDINALS HOME OPENER!Go Cards! Welcome Cardinals baseball back to St. Louis for another season of action-packed MLB play! Wear your Cards gear and stop by the library for some game-day popcorn! St. Charles City-County Library District Thursday, April 4 All Day

Most classes & events require registration at youranswerplace.org or call the Library

NATIONAL LIBRARY WEEK - APRIL 7-13, 2019 Happy National Library Week! Help us celebrate by visiting your local branch! Discover new and exciting worlds through books, electronic resources, the “Library of Things” collections (fitness kits, baking equipment, and more!), and a variety of classes and events. All Ages

St. Charles City-County Library District Sunday, April 7 - Sat., April 13 All Day

BALLET AT THE LIBRARY!

Everybody Dance!Learn about a day in the life of a professional dancer before getting up to dance with real life ballet and/or contemporary dancers! Program includes a short performance. Suitable for girls and boys of all ages.

� Saturday, April 27 2:00 pm

� Saturday, April 20 10:00 am


� Tuesday, April 23 2:00 pm

� Friday, April 19 2:00 pm

� Friday, April 19 10:00 am

Dance Through the Instruments of the Orchestra In this beautiful new production, the ballerinas of Ballet 314 demonstrate the wide array of moves and instruments involved in a professional dance performance. Meet and take pictures with the dancers after the show!


5Middendorf-Kredell: � McClay: � Portage Des Sioux: � Spencer Road: � WingHaven®: � Programs marked NR do not require registration.

SPECIAL eventsMost classes & events require registration at youranswerplace.org or call the Library

SUMMER READ ING RETURNS

M AY 2 0 – A U G U S T 1

Read for fun and prizes!

STEVE PICK with AMANDA E. DOYLE, St. Louis SoundBoasting the likes of Chuck Berry, Ike & Tina Turner, and Nelly, the St. Louis music scene has a rich history. Meet the authors and hear local stories of jazz, rock ‘n roll, country, and more.

� Sat., April 27 2:00 pm

SOMAN CHAINANI, A Crystal of TimeSoman Chainani presents the fifth installment in his bestselling children’s fantasy series, School for Good and Evil.

� Sunday, March 10 3:00 pm

AMANDA HUNYAR, St. Louis State Hospital: A 150-year Journey Toward HopeHear the St. Louis State Hospital librarian discuss the photos, letters, and documents that reveal the history of this institution.


DAN O’NEILL, Celebration: The Magic of the Cardinals in the 1980s Take a trip back to the 80s, when Cardinals baseball was breathtaking!


� Thursday, April 25 7:00 pm

CALEB ROEHRIG, Death Prefers BlondesCaleb Roehrig’s latest thriller stars teenage socialite Margo Manning, who’s leading a dangerous double life.

� Wed., March 27 7:00 pm

KATE QUINN, The HuntressThe New York Times bestselling author will discuss her highly anticipated new World War II historical novel.

� Tuesday, March 5 7:00 pm

TRICIA LEVENSELLER and ALEXANDRA CHRISTOThese young adult fantasy authors will discuss their latest releases: Warrior of the Wild and To Kill a Kingdom, complete with vikings, sirens, and epic races against time!


JESSICA BRODY AND JOANNE RENDELL, Sky Without StarsIn the tradition of The Lunar Chronicles, this reimagining of Les Misérables tells the story of three teens from different backgrounds, thrown together amidst the looming threat of revolution on the French planet of Laterre.

� Fri., March 29 7:00 pm

AUTHOR events Most classes & events require registration at youranswerplace.org or call the Library

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From the French fiddlers of the fur-trading days to the rock and hip-hop icons of the present millennium, St. Louis has

long been a town rich in musical history. Though it has rarely been cited as a center of any music scene, any area that has been home to Chuck Berry, Miles Davis, Ike & Tina Turner, Grant Green, Pavlov’s Dog, Uncle Tupelo, Nelly, and Pokey LaFarge has clearly deserved more attention. This book tells the story of music in St. Louis, from the symphonic to the singer/songwriter, from the radio stations that propelled it to the fanzines that documented it, from the musicians who left here for greater fame to those who stayed and made this town more vibrant. This is the first time that all the tributaries of the great St. Louis river of song have been covered in one place: classical, jazz, blues, R&B, rock ’n’ roll, country, hip-hop, and more.

Steve Pick was born in St. Louis, Missouri. His life-long interest in music became an obsession when he co-founded Jet Lag magazine in 1980, then spent thirteen years reviewing concerts and writing a music column for the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. He began working in record stores in

1983, and played guitar in a handful of bands in the 1980s. From 1988 through 1993, and again from 2001 to the present, he has hosted a weekly radio show on KDHX-FM. In his lifetime, he has seen more than half the musicians in this book play live.

Amanda E. Doyle is a St. Louis transplant (via Memphis, Florida, and Mizzou) and ardent city resident. She got kicked out of her first concert (Delbert McClinton, at a dive bar in Memphis, where her dad smuggled her in on his shoulders) at age six, which began a lifetime of great shows

and diverse musical interests. She’s written for visitor publications in several cities and has authored five previous books, including 100 Things to Do in St. Louis Before You Die, Missouri Almanac 2018-2019, and Standing Up for Civil Rights in St. Louis. She lives with her husband, two children, a nutty cat, and an elderly Chihuahua in south St. Louis.

TINY TOTS NRStories, songs, and activities for babies and their caregivers. Ages birth-23 mo.

� 10:00 amMonday, March 4, 11, 18, 25 & April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

� 10:00 amMonday, March 4, 11, 18 & April 8, 15, 22

� 9:30 amThursday, March 7, 14 & April 4, 11

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

� 10:00 amTuesday, March 12, 19, 26 & April 9, 16, 23, 30

� 10:00 amWed., March 6, 20 & April 3, 17

� 10:00 amTues., March 5, 12, 19 & April 2, 9, 16, 23

� 10:00 am & 11:00 amMon., March 11, 18, 25 & April 8, 15, 22Thurs., March 14, 21, 28 & April 11, 18, 25

� 10:00 amMonday, March 4, 11, 18, 25 & April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

� 10:00 amTuesday, March 12, 26 & April 9, 23

� 10:00 amWednesday, March 13, 20, 27 & April 10, 17, 24

STORY TIME Ages 3-6 NRGrow Your Reader with stories, songs, and activities that enhance early literacy skills.

� 10:30 amThursday, March 14, 28 & April 11, 256:00 pmMonday, March 18 & April 15

� 10:00 amWednesday, March 6, 13, 20, 27 & April 3, 10, 17, 24

� 10:00 amMonday, March 4, 11, 18, 25 & April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29Saturday, March 9

� 10:00 amWednesday, March 6, 13, 20 & April 3, 10, 17Thursday, March 7, 14, 21 & April 4, 11, 18

� 10:00 amTuesday, March 12, 19 & April 16

� 10:00 amTuesday, March 5, 12, 19, 26 & April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30Wednesday, March 6, 13, 20, 27 & April 3, 10,17, 24

� 10:00 amMonday, March 4, 11, 18, 25 & April 8, 15, 22, 29

� 10:00 am Thursday, March 7, 14, 21 & April 4, 11, 18

CAN’T SIT STILL STORY TIME NRSensory story time designed for children with special needs and/or kids who simply can’t sit still. We’ll share stories, rhymes, and songs aimed at a preschool level. Families and friends welcome.

� 10:00 amSaturday, March 9 & April 13

� 10:30 amSaturday, March 16 & April 20

BABY TIME NRStories, songs, and activities for babies and their caregivers. Ages 3-11 mo.

� 10:00 am Thurs., March 7 & April 4

� 6:00 pm Tuesday, April 16

� 10:00 am Mon., March 11, 18 & April 22, 29

BABY SIGN LANGUAGE NRStories, songs, and activities focused on simple sign language for babies and their caregivers. Ages 3-15 mo.

� 10:00 amTuesday, March 26 & April 30

� 10:00 amMonday, April 1, 8, 15

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

� 10:00 amWed., March 13, 27 & April 10, 24

� 9:30 & 10:30 amWed., March 13, 20, 27 & April 10, 17, 24

� 10:00 amTuesday, March 19 & April 16

� 10:00 am & 11:00 am Tues., March 12, 19, 26 & April 9, 16, 23

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.

EARLY LITERACY

Grow Your Reader classes no longer require registration!

CHILDREN Most classes & events require registration at youranswerplace.org or call the Library

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Branch Key: Augusta: � Boone’s Trail: � Corporate Parkway: � Discovery Village: � Deer Run: � Kathryn Linnemann: � Kisker Road: �

FAMILIA FUN BILINGUAL STORY TIME NRStories, songs, and activities in English & Spanish that enhance early literacy skills.Vamos a desarrollar la lectura y la escritura con cuentos, canciones y actividades en inglés y español.


STORIES IN THE STACKS NRJoin us in the children’s area for some stories, songs, & a take-home craft! Ages 3-6

� 10:00 amTuesday, April 23

� 10:00 amFriday, March 29 & April 26

� 10:00 amMonday, March 4, 18 & April 1, 15, 29

BEDTIME STORY TIME NRBring the whole family and a stuffed friend for stories and songs in your pajamas!

� 6:30 pmTuesday, April 30

� 6:30 pmThursday, March 21 & April 18

TODDLER TUNES NRSing, dance, and play towards early literacy through music and movement. Ages 2-3




� 10:00 amWednesday, March 6 & April 3


� 10:00 amWednesday, March 20 & April 17

� 10:00 am Friday, March 22 & April 26

BOOKS & MORE

LET’S READ Grades K-3 unless noted

� Celebrate Diversity Grades K-5Tuesday, April 9 4:30 pmIn the Garden Grades K-5Tuesday, March 12 4:30 pm

� Dr. SeussThursday, March 28 4:30 pmFractured Fairy TalesThursday, April 25 4:30 pm

� Irish TalesMonday, March 25 6:30 pmPlay Ball!Monday, April 29 6:30 pm

READ-A-THON Hang out at the library and read! Keep track of your minutes: we’ll record them and see how much reading can be done at the library in one day! All ages

� Friday, April 12 All Day

STORIES IN SPANISH Join honor students from Francis Howell Central for a short Spanish vocabulary lesson and story. Ages 5 & up

� Wednesday, March 6 & April 3 7:00 pm

LESSONS FROM MISTER ROGERS NRLearn social and emotional skills to prepare for kindergarten. Ages 4-5

Respecting All Living Things

� Monday, March 4 11:00 am



� Tuesday, March 26 10:00 am

� Saturday, March 30 10:00 am



Taking Care of Yourself and Your Planet

� Monday, April 1 11:00 am



� Tuesday, April 30 10:00 am




READ TO A DOG!Bring a book or choose one of ours and read to an attentive, adorable dog. Grades K-5Tale Waggers- Love on a Leash

� Tuesday, March 26 & April 30 6:00 pm



� Wednesday, April 24 6:30 pm

� Wed., March 20 & April 23 6:30 pm


� Thursday, March 7 & April 4 6:30 pm



Zoe, Shelby, and Mustard- CHAMP Therapy Dogs

� Tues., March 19 & April 16 6:30 pm NR


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ARTIST’S CORNER

ART START FOR LITTLE ONESCreate and explore art. Ages 18 mo.-2 yrs.


� Monday, March 25 & April 29 10:00 am

� Thursday, March 21 & April 18 9:30 am

GROWING ARTISTSOpen-ended and explorative preschool art session focused on the process of making art. Dress to be messy. Ages 3-6

� Art ExplorationFri., March 15 & April 19 10:00 am NR

PointillismFriday, March 29 10:00 am NR

� Rainbow of ColorsTuesday, March 12 10:00 amWhat Will it Be? Thursday, April 18 6:30 pm

� Spring ArtFriday, March 15 10:00 am

� Flowers and GardensThursday, March 7 10:00 am

� Noodle ArtTuesday, March 12 6:30 pm NR

Color MixingTuesday, April 9 6:30 pm NR

� Stamps and StickersWednesday, March 27 10:00 amCollageWednesday, April 24 10:00 am

� Spring Into ArtTuesday, April 2 6:30 pmWednesday, April 3 10:00 am

LET’S CREATEArt Exploration! Grades K-5 unless noted

� World Wildlife DayMonday, March 4 All DayLeprechaun TrapsTuesday, March 12 All DayGo Fly a Kite DayMonday, April 15 4:00 pmPlein Air Kids PaintMonday, April 29 3:30 pm

� Build a Bridge Grades 1-5Saturday, March 16 1:30 pmGrowing Green!Saturday, April 27 3:30 pm NR

� Fairy GardensWednesday, March 27 4:00 pmGo Fly a KiteWednesday, April 17 4:30 pm

� April Showers Grades K-3Saturday, April 13 10:30 am

� PicassoMonday, March 18 4:30 pmJoseph CornellWednesday, April 10 4:30 pm

� Bella ButterfliesWednesday, March 20 4:30 pmPuddle FlowersTuesday, April 16 4:30 pm

EXPLORATION

GROWING MINDSFun exploration of topics that keep kids thinking and learning. Ages 3-6 unless noted

� Playdough LabTuesday, April 16 10:00 am

� Dr. SeussThursday, March 28 10:00 am

� Dr. SeussWednesday, March 13 10:00 amSensory Time Ages 1-2Tuesday, April 30 10:00 am

� I Love the LibraryFriday, April 12 10:00 am

LET’S EXPLOREFun exploration of topics that keep school-aged kids thinking and learning. Grades 1-5

� Poultry DayTuesday, March 19 4:00 pmRead a MapTuesday, April 2 4:00 pm

� Blast from the PastWednesday, March 13 4:30 pmHistory’s Hot Shots Friday, April 26 4:30 pm

� Zombie ScienceMonday, March 4 6:00 pmI Survived the Titanic Monday, April 1 6:00 pm

DIY ROAD TRIP SURVIVAL KITAssemble your own travel-size “road trip survival kit” with fun activities and games to bring on vacation. All ages


WORLD OF DR. SEUSSDrop in to celebrate the wacky world of Dr. Seuss with crafts and activities. Ages 3-10

� Saturday, March 2 10:00 am NR

WHERE’S WALDO? LIBRARY HUNTFind Waldo somewhere in the Library to win a small prize.

� Sun., April 7-13 All Day NR

ENTERTAINMENT

PRESCHOOL PARTYSing, play, and celebrate! Ages 3-6

� Prince and Princess PartyTuesday, March 19 10:00 am

� SuperheroesSaturday, March 23 10:00 am

FAMILY FUN All ages

� Block PartySaturday, April 6 9:00 am

� Spring Nature Hunt Saturday, April 13 10:30 am

� Game DaySat., March 30 11:30 am-3:30 pm Drop in NR

Rainy Day Activities at the LibraryWednesday, April 10 5:00 pm NR

Picnic at the LibrarySaturday, April 13 12:00 pm NR

� Craft Time! Saturday, March 23 10:00 am NRPlant a Seed Saturday, April 27 10:00 am NR

� Preschool Putt-Putt Friday, March 29 10:00 am NR

� Escape RoomMonday, March 18 6:00 pmGame NightMonday, April 15 6:00 pm


HEALTH & WELLNESS

GROWING HEALTHY Ages 3-6Learn, move, and play for a healthy you! Yoga Story Time


� Thursday, March 21 6:30 pm NRTuesday, April 9 10:00 am NR

� Monday, March 25 & April 29 6:30 pm


� Monday, March 25 10:00 am NR

Let’s Eat

� Wednesday, March 6 10:00 am

LET’S MOVE Grades 1-5Information and activities for a healthier you! Elementary Yoga


KIDS READ STORY TIME Ages 3-6Learn about money through a story and activity. Child attendees will receive a prize!


� Wednesday, April 24 10:00 amThursday, April 25 10:00 am


� Monday, April 1 10:00 am


GROWING SCIENTISTS: MONEY & MATHLearn and expand your science knowledge with stories and hands-on activities about money. Ages 3-6

� Thursday, April 25 10:00 am NR

LEGONOMICS Grades 1-5Build a LEGO creation, but only with pieces within your budget. Can you use your money wisely to construct the project you want?




ART MARKETLearn planning and budgeting while creating an art masterpiece by choosing from a variety of art supplies that you can purchase with funny money! Grades 1-5




STEM & MAKER GROUPS

LEGO BUILDERS JR.Listen to a story and build with the Library’s LEGOs and DUPLOs! Ages 3-6

� Thurs., March 28 & April 25 10:00 am

� Sat., March 16 & April 20 10:00 am NR

� Fri., March 8 & April 12 10:30 am NR

� Monday, March 11 10:00 am NR

LEGO BUILDERSBuild with the Library’s LEGOs. Grades K-5

� Thurs., March 14 & April 11 4:00 pm NRMon., March 25 & April 29 6:00 pm NR

� Mon., March 25 & April 29 4:30 pm NR

� Tues., March 26 & April 30 4:00 pm NR


� Monday, March 11 2:00 pm NR



TECH TIME JR. Ages 3-6

� Code & Go Robot MouseWednesday, April 10 10:00 am

� Future Coders Poppin Pictures & Code-A-PillarsFriday, March 8 10:00 am NR

� Code-A-PillarsMonday, April 8 10:00 am NR

TECH TIME Code & Go Robot Mouse Grades K-3


� Monday, April 29 6:30 pmCode & Go Robot Mouse Grades K-5

� Tuesday, March 19 2:00 pmLEGO Mindstorms Grades 2-8

� Thursday, March 28 4:30 pmLEGO Mindstorms Grades 3-5

� Saturday, March 2 10:30 amLEGO WeDo Grades 1-3



GROWING SCIENTISTSExpand your science and technology knowledge through stories & crafts. Ages 3-6

� Science ExplorationFriday, March 1 & April 5 10:00 am NR

� FrogsTuesday, March 26 9:30 am & 11:00 amRain and MudTuesday, April 23 9:30 am & 11:00 am

� Earth Day ScienceFriday, April 19 10:00 am

� Water FunMonday, April 22 10:00 am

LET’S EXPERIMENT Grades K-5

� Earth Day ScienceSaturday, April 6 2:00 pm

� RainbowsTuesday, March 5 6:30 pmEggsTuesday, April 23 6:30 pm

DISCOVERY KIDS Grades K-5

� OobleckMonday, March 4 6:00 pmWalking RainbowMonday, April 1 6:00 pm

� Code & Go Robot MouseWednesday, March 6 2:00 pmMonday, March 11 6:00 pmSlimeWednesday, April 3 2:00 pmMonday, April 8 6:00 pm

FAMILY STEM

� Egg-Citing! Ages 3-6Wednesday, April 10 6:30 pmThursday, April 11 10:00 am

� LEGO WeDo Grades K-5Thursday, March 21 4:30 pmLEGO Mindstorms Grades K-5Thursday, April 18 4:30 pm

� Leprechaun Trap Ages 3-6Wednesday, March 13 6:30 pmThursday, March 14 10:00 am

� LEGO Mindstorms Grades K-5Monday, March 4 6:30 pm

*** Tween programs are intended for children in 4th – 8th grades ***




CRAFTS

TWEENS CREATE

� Let’s Crochet! Grades 4-12Saturday, March 2 2:00 pmPlant a Flower Day Grades 4-10Tuesday, March 12 6:30 pm

� Button Bowl Grades 4-12Monday, March 4 6:30 pmApril Fool’s Craft Grades 4-12Monday, April 1 6:30 pm

� Sharpie ArtThursday, April 4 6:00 pm

� Melt Down Friday, March 29 3:00 pmRecycled Art Monday, April 8 7:00 pm

� Miniatures Grades 4-12Saturday, March 9 2:00 pmLEGO Crafts Grades 4-12Saturday, April 20 2:00 pm

� Sew It- Pillowcase Saturday, March 9 10:00 amScrapbook Canvas Art Grades 4-12Tuesday, March 12 6:30 pmFrench Memo Board Grades 4-12Tuesday, April 9 6:30 pm

� Happy Pi Day Thursday, March 14 4:30 pmPercy Jackson Crafts Monday, April 15 4:30 pm

GROUPS & CLUBS

CLUB READ

� The Tale of Emily Windsnap by Liz KesslerThursday, March 14, 28 & April 11, 25 6:00 pm

� Artemis Fowl by Eoin Colfer Saturday, March 9 2:00 pmAmal Unbound by Aisha Saeed Saturday, April 13 2:00 pm

� The Seventh Wish by Kate Messner Monday, March 18 7:00 pmThe Terrible Two by Mac Barnett & Jory JohnMonday, April 15 7:00 pm

� The Witch Boy by Molly Ostertag & Real Friends by Shannon Hale Tuesday, March 26 7:00 pmThe Harlem Charade by Natasha Tarpley Tuesday, April 30 7:00 pm

� Kingdom Keepers by Ridley PearsonTuesday, March 26 6:30 pmRestart by Gordon Korman Tuesday, April 30 6:30 pm

� Pax by Sara PennypackerTuesday, March 26 7:00 pmNavigating Early by Clare VanderpoolTuesday, April 30 7:00 pm

� The House With a Clock in Its Walls - Book vs. Movie Wednesday, March 27 6:30 pm

TWEEN GAMING

� Trivia Night Thursday, March 7 4:30 pm

� Over-Sized Games Wednesday, April 24 6:30 pm

TWEEN*** Tween programs are intended for children in 4th – 8th grades ***

TWEEN FANDOM & PIZZAGeek out at the library!

� DisneyWednesday, April 24 6:00 pmFortniteWednesday, March 27 6:00 pm

TWEENS TALK Plan projects, do book displays and earn volunteer service hours. Meet with your friends to talk about books, movies, & music! Snacks provided.


WRITE ON!Writing games and activities. Notebooks, pencils, and snacks provided.

� ZinesMonday, March 11 6:30 pm DialogueMonday, April 8 6:30 pm

� Tween Poetry Tuesday, April 16 5:00 pm

STEM & MAKER GROUPS

TWEEN STEM

� Incredible KitesMonday, March 4 6:30 pm

� LEGO MindstormsThursday, April 11 4:30 pm

Art provides challenges for learners at all levels.

During Teen Fandom Con at the St. Charles City-County Library in 2018, the winner of the costume contest made his way slowly around the room, posing, smiling, and gesturing for more applause. The audience happily complied. A roomful of teenagers clapped and cheered as Daniel-Chase, age 19, basked in the glow of their admiration. Anyone watching would guess that his confidence and creativity, in cosplay and in life, had always been there. In truth, it took time...and the Library. Daniel-Chase has always loved the Library. He has early memories of attending events for children at different branches and picking out books for Grandma to read to him.

“I loved being able to take home new adventures,” he says.

As he got older, Daniel-Chase struggled with bullying and depression. He explains that he felt like an outcast. The Library became more than a fun place to spend time; it was one of the few places away from home where he always felt safe and comfortable. Eventually Daniel-Chase started attending teen events. “It wasn’t easy, but I was able to look forward to things that the Library offered, like movies and fan group meetups. I was getting out of bed and asking to leave the house.” Daniel-Chase especially enjoyed the annual Teen Fandom Con, organized by the Library’s Youth Services staff.

“I was never able to be myself without being picked on or pushed around. At Teen Fandom Con, I could finally be someone who was strong. I could finally let my own confidence shine.”

If someone is feeling down or struggles to fit in, Daniel-Chase recommends trying the teen classes and events at the Library. “Through events at the Library I’ve found people that I’ve been able to be friends with.” He says that while he always struggled to fit in at school, he easily made connections at the Library. If you don’t attend school or work with like-minded people, if you haven’t found a place where you feel comfortable, if you’re looking for friends with similar interests, think about the Library. There are groups for participants of all ages that offer opportunities to develop hobbies, to learn new skills, and to grow relationships with others. Whether you love cosplay or crafting, movies or magic, true crime or travel, you’re sure to find a community that enjoys it too. Just like Daniel-Chase discovered, whether you’re looking for a great variety of books, CDs, movies, or people, the Library is for everyone.

...if you’re looking for friends with similar interests, think about the Library.


GAMES & GAMING

DROP EVERYTHING AND GAME

� Magic the Gathering Wednesday, March 6 3:00 pmWii Mario Kart Tournament Friday, March 15 4:00 pm

� Super Smash Bros. Friday, April 26 3:00 pm

DUNGEONS & DRAGONS


� Saturday, March 30 & April 13 1:00 pm


TEEN ESCAPE ROOMThe Legend of Zelda


Dungeons & Dragons


MARVELous Escape


*** Teen programs are intended for children ages 13 – 18. ***

STUFF & THINGS

ADULTING Ages 13 & up

� Sewing Survival Thursday, March 28 6:30 pmRecycle Like a Pro Tuesday, April 9 6:30 pm

ALIVE AT 25 Ages 15-25Alive at 25 is a highly interactive 4 hour course that helps young adults under the age of 25 take greater responsibility for their driving by focusing on behavior, judgement, and decision making.



COLLEGE PREP AND TACKLING THE ACTLearn about how to plan for college during high school and all about the ACT.



HARRY POTTER YOGA


POKÉMON PARTY Grades 4-12Watch Pokémon and create your own Pokémon bath bombs and Pokémon terrariums.


STRESS RELIEF: BREAK THE ROOM! Come to the library to relieve stress by breaking a pinata, pillow fights, popping bubble wrap, and singing your favorite angry songs!


TEEN HANGOUTHang out after school with fun activities in your own teen space.

� Friday, March 15 & April 19 4:00 pmWednesday, March 20 4:30 pm

� Tues., March 5 & April 2, 9, 30 3:00 pmThursday, March 14, 21 & April 11, 18, 25 3:00 pm

� Friday, March 15 & April 19 3:30 pm

TEEN MOVIE

� The Hate U Give Rated PG-13Monday, March 18 6:00 pm

� Avengers: Infinity War Rated PG-13Saturday, April 20 2:00 pm

TEEN MYSTERY NIGHTAn interactive mystery to solve within the library. Pizza and light snacks will be provided.

� Who’s A Fraidy Kat? Friday, March 29 7:00 pm

TEEN TALK: HOW DO YOU DO PHILOSOPHY?


ADULTING: FIND, APPLY FOR, AND KEEP A JOB! Ages 15 & upNew to the job market and don’t know where to start? Come learn some tips to make your job search more successful!



BON APPETEENS Grades 6-12Learn about preparing healthy meals on a budget!


MAD CITY MONEY GAME Grades 6-12 Test your adulting skills by navigating the complicated world of finances through a live-action game. Hosted by McClay Branch Teen Advisory Board.


TEEN

Teens learn leadership when they join a Teen Advisory Board.



TEEN *** Teen programs are intended for children ages 13 – 18. ***

GROUPS & CLUBS

K-POP CLUBLovers of k-pop unite!



TEEN ADVISORY BOARDMeet monthly and help plan library programs, recommend books, and more while earning volunteer hours. Snacks provided!









TEEN FANDOM CLUB

� Sherlock Tuesday, March 12 7:00 pmThe Office Tuesday, April 9 7:00 pm

TEEN BOOK CLUB

� Truly Devious by Maureen Johnson Tuesday, March 19 6:30 pmScythe by Neal Shusterman Tuesday, April 16 6:30 pm

� Looking for Alaska by John Green Thursday, March 14 7:00 pmGentleman’s Guide to Vice and Virtue by Mackenzi Lee Thursday, April 11 7:00 pm

� Let’s Talk About Love by Claire Kann Tuesday, March 19 7:00 pmInvictus by Ryan Graudin Tuesday, April 16 7:00 pm

TEEN WRITING & DRAWING CLUBShare inspiration, feedback, and support.


� Saturday, March 2 & April 6 2:00 pm


CREATIVITY CLUB


HOMESCHOOL MEETUPExplore new subjects through presentations, demonstrations, resources, and activities.

� Deadly Diseases Wednesday, March 20 2:00 pmCreatures of the Deep Wednesday, April 17 2:00 pm

LGBTEENS & ALLIESJoin LGBTQ+ teens and allies to watch movies, talk books, and more with like-minded individuals.





AFTER HOURS

� Teen BuncoFriday, April 26 7:00 pm

� Nostalgic TVSaturday, March 23 6:30 pmGlow In the Dark Egg Hunt Friday, April 5 7:00 pm

ANTI-PROMGet ready to party at our first Anti-Prom! Anti-Prom accepts all teens of every diverse background and identity.


TEEN TECH

LEGO MINDSTORMS Ages 13-18


CODERSPACEWork individually or collaboratively to create, build, and discover on new coding platforms with new Maker Space items that will change every month.


TEEN TECH WEEK: TECH SAMPLING Come and see all the latest technology at the library!


CRAFTS

TEENS CREATE

� Record Painting Friday, March 8 4:30 pmEmbroidery Floss Earphones Friday, March 29 4:30 pmPlay LEGOs! Saturday, April 6 3:00 pmCraft WarFriday, April 12 4:00 pm

� Marbleized Baked Clay Friday, March 22 2:30 pm

Teens can connect with tech at the Library.

ROSIE THE RIVETER CRAFT & LEARN Learn the real story behind the Rosie the Riveter legend while learning how to make her trademark headscarf and a WWII-style patriotic button. Ages 11+


ESCAPE ROOMThe Suffragette Movement secured women the right to vote! Commemorate these women’s efforts with our Escape Room challenge. Ages 11+

� Tuesday, March 12 6:00 pm & 7:00 pm

WHO ARE WE? IMPROV All agesFamed STL Improv troupe “Who Are We?” brings their family-friendly show to the library. Let them educate and delight you as they take on the role of famous women in history in a show that is made up on the spot!


ENTERTAINMENT

ACOUSTIC JAM @ THE LIBRARY! New!Make music and new friends at the library! If you play (or just enjoy) folk, gospel, or bluegrass styles of music and acoustic stringed instruments (guitar, mandolin, fiddle, etc.), bring your instrument and jam with fellow musicians.

� 3rd Thursday 2:00 pm

BUNCO


� 1st & 3rd Thursday 1:30 pm NR

RETRO GAMES: CONNECT FOUR

� 3rd Wednesday 2:00 pm

SCRABBLE

� 2nd & 4th Thursday 2:00 pm

RUMMIKUB

� 4th Thursday 1:30 pm NR

MAH JONGG

� 2nd & 4th Monday 1:30 pm

� Mondays 1:00 pm3rd Wednesday 6:30 pm

� 1st Thursday 6:00 pm NR

� 1st & 3rd Mon. 1:30 pm & 5:30 pm NR

AUTHOR EVENTS

HAND & FOOT CANASTA

� Thursdays 1:00 pm

� 1st Tuesday 1:00 pm NR

SATURDAY MORNING CHESS CLUB

� Saturdays 9:00 am

D&D FOR THE ADULT

� 2nd Monday 7:00 pm

COFFEE AT THE LIBRARY

� Thursdays 9:00 am

GAME ON @ YOUR LIBRARY!

� 4th Wednesday 4:00 pm NR

LET’S PLAY RUMMY

� Mondays 10:30 am

RECIPE EXCHANGE

� 3rd Wednesday 2:00 pm

LINE DANCING FOR FUN

� 4th Thursday 7:00 pm

CUPCAKES, PUNCH AND BINGO


INTRODUCTION TO CONTRA DANCINGLearn the basic steps and practice a few dances. No partner or experience necessary.


� Sunday, April 7 2:00 pm



FOLK DANCING FOR FUN!Spend the evening movin’ and groovin’ to folk dances from various countries. It’s the FUN way to exercise! No experience or partner necessary.


TRAVEL TALKJoin a travel discussion about trips you’ve taken or dreamed of taking. Feel free to bring pictures!


ADULTMost classes & events require registration at youranswerplace.org or call the Library


DON CORRIGAN, Images of America: Forest ParkKnown as the “Heart of St. Louis”, Forest Park is larger than New York’s Central Park and hosts over 13 million visitors every year. Learn more about its history and significance with author, Don Corrigan.


JARED McGOWEN, The Heart of a MarineLocal U.S. Marine, Jared McGowen, details his two combat tours in Iraq, his transition back to civilian life, and the principles he applies to succeed.


ADULT Most classes & events require registration at youranswerplace.org or call the Library


MOVIES

DOCUMENTARY FILM & DISCUSSION SERIES

� Marwencol Not RatedTuesday, March 12 6:30 pmMiss Representation Not RatedTuesday, April 9 6:30 pm

AFTERNOON THEATER

� Mission Impossible-Fallout PG-13Tuesday, March 19 1:00 pmInstant Family PG-13Tuesday, April 16 1:30 pm

SELF-IMPROVEMENT

SUSTAINABILITY SENSE SERIES New!St. Peters Green TeamThings You Can Do To Reverse Global Warming

� Tuesday, March 5 7:00 pmThe 5 R’s For Earth Day


GET ORGANIZED: THE KONMARI WAY

� 1st Thursday, March 7 7:00 pm

COFFEE CLASSLearn how different coffee brewers work and taste side-by-side samples of freshly roasted coffee! Presenter: Dan Tripp, Head Roaster and Owner of Alpha & Omega Roasting


WHY IS THE INSTANT POT SO HOT?


BECOME A STUDY SKILLS CEO Become your child’s Chief Education Officer (CEO)! Discover different study strategies for all learning styles to help your child study at home.



BACKYARD CHICKENS MADE EASYLearn the basics of raising chickens in your backyard and ways they contribute to a more sustainable lifestyle. Meet and greet with some live chickens!


DIY CLEANERS


WALKING GROUP

� 1st, 2nd & 3rd Mondays 9:00 am

� Thursdays 1:00 pm

STAR PARTY All AgesJoin experts from the Astronomical Society to view our amazing universe through telescopes. Get hands-on instruction with the telescopes that are available to check out from our branches.


KAHOOT BASEBALL TRIVIA


FLEUR DE LIS GARDEN SOCIETY

� 3rd Thursday 6:30 pm

GOOD NEWS BREWERY TOUR Learn all about the art of brewing and beer at this new O’Fallon brewery! Meet us just down the road from the Deer Run Branch at 330 Sonderen St. Ages 21+


THE MAKING OF CRAFT BEER AT PETRICHOR BREWINGTour the brew space, hear the story, learn about the craft of beer making, and sample some beer at Petrichor Brewing, one the newest craft breweries in St. Charles County, located across the street from the Library Express at Winghaven®. Meet us there! Ages 21+



ARBOR DAY FREE TREE EVENT!Pick up a free tree to plant in honor of Arbor Day! Learn more about Missouri’s trees!


EARTH DAY FREE TREE SEEDLINGS GIVEAWAYVisit your local branch and receive free seedlings to plant in honor of Earth Day!*While supplies lastSt. Charles City-County Library District Monday, April 22 All Day

TRUE CRIME THE BODYGUARDA local protection and security firm, Comfort Zone Security, Protection & Investigations, will talk about guarding celebrities and protecting those in serious danger.


OPEN MIC NIGHTListen to your neighbors tell real life stories about things that go bump in the night. Ever lived next door to a shady character or been followed while walking home? Have a story to tell? Please see the online listing for more information on how to participate.


YOU BE THE JUDGE!Discuss actual court cases and vote on how you would rule with a real Missouri Supreme Court Judge, the Honorable Mary Russel. Hear the facts, learn about the applicable laws, share your thoughts and hear about the actual outcomes.


BUSINESS AND PERSONAL FINANCE

UNDERSTANDING 401K ROLLOVERS


SPRING CAREER EXPOBusinesses around the community & across the nation are creating new jobs and filling positions at a record pace. As a result, hard-working employees are in top demand these days, especially those with skills and experience. See what local employers have to offer at the Spring Career Expo for full-time, permanent jobs paying $30,000 per year or more.


LEGAL SERVICES AND YOUPresenter: Legal Services of Eastern Missouri


LEGAL INFORMATION CLINICSign up for a 30-minute information session on one of the most common areas of civil law.Presenter: Legal Services of Eastern Missouri


Legal Services of Eastern Missouri is an organization that helps people receive civil legal assistance and allows equal access for those who may not be able to afford a lawyer. Learn about the types of law they cover, how you may qualify for assistance, and what they can do for you.

HOW TO DEVELOP A SIDE HUSTLE“If you’re good at something, never do it for free.” Whether preparing tax forms or selling handmade goods, a side gig is a great way to make secondary income. Small Business Counselor, Christine Zika, will present how to make the most of your side hustle by breaking down key aspects to a side hustle including customer segments and resources. Presented in partnership with the Economic Development Center of St. Charles County.

� Saturday, March 16 9:00 AM

MAXWELL LEADERSHIP WORKSHOPLooking for practical advice to reach your dreams, goals, and aspirations? Matt Barber, John Maxwell Certified Team Member with over 14 years of experience as a consultant and entrepreneur, will present on the principles revealed in renowned leadership expert John Maxwell’s best selling book The 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth.



FORM 1040 COURSE WITH BUSINESS TAXES FOCUSThis class provides an overview of the purpose of the EIN, basic recordkeeping requirements for tax purposes, basic bookkeeping and accounting methods, an explanation of the forms of business organizations, suggestions for selecting a paid tax preparer.Presenter: Dan Kempland, a supervising attorney and law lecturer at WashU, associated with the WashU School of Law Low Income Taxpayer Clinic, and student lawyers

� Thursday, March 21 10:00 am

FORM 1040 INDIVIDUAL FEDERAL INCOME TAX ISSUESThis class offers an overview of common issues and considerations for individual taxpayers, including Filing Status, the Earned Income Tax Credit, and the Child Tax Credit.Presenter: Dan Kempland, a supervising attorney and law lecturer at WashU, associated with the WashU School of Law Low Income Taxpayer Clinic, and student lawyers



� Thursday, March 7 10:00 am

FREE TAX PREPARATIONGateway EITC Community Coalition will provide free tax preparation to those with household incomes of $54,000 or less. First come, first served - please arrive early.

� Saturdays through April 13 9:30 am

TAX ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (TAP) Assistance provided for those with household incomes of $62,000 or less. Must call 314-896-4159 for an appointment.January 25 through April 15, 2019

� Mondays 12:30 pm

� Fridays 9:30 am

MISSING AND MURDERED INDIGENOUS WOMENIndigenous women disappear at a higher rate than other women. Native American (Blackfeet Nation), Abaki Beck, graduate student at Wash U, will explore why this is and what we can do about it.


MOTHERHOOD AND THE WORKFORCEIn her book, Making Motherhood Work, sociologist Caitlyn Collins explores how women in specific countries and the U.S. navigate their professional and family lives given the different work-family policies available. Collins, Assistant Professor of Sociology at Wash U, will discuss just how crucial government policies and cultural support are to ensuring “work-family justice.”


LET’S TALK ABOUT IT: A NEWS AND CURRENT EVENTS DISCUSSION GROUPAre you a news junkie? Do you like to keep up with current events? Let’s talk about it! Share and discuss ideas that affect us and the world we live in. Feel free to bring in news stories, topics and headlines to explore.


MIDWEST INNOCENCE PROJECTPrivate investigator and exoneree Rodney Lincoln, who served 36 years for a crime he did not commit, will discuss his experience with the Midwest Innocence Project (MIP). MIP is a not-for-profit corporation dedicated to the investigation, litigation, and exoneration of wrongfully convicted men and women.


FAKE NEWS AND MEDIA LITERACYLearn the difference between misinformation and disinformation and discover the resources that can help you determine what’s real and what’s not.


An ongoing series that invites discussion and education about topics that affect all of us.



HEALTH AND WELLNESS

Presented in partnership with Barnes-Jewish St. Peters and Progress West Hospitals. Call 636-928-WELL (9355) or visit bjcstcharlescounty.org/Events to register.

FREE HEALTH SCREENING: KNOW YOUR NUMBERS Screening will include lung function check, blood pressure check, fasting glucose, and body mass index (BMI). Participants should fast at least 10 hours prior to the screening.


LIVING A HEALTHY LIFE WITH CHRONIC CONDITIONS (7 sessions)Stanford University’s Patient Education Research Center developed this self-management course for individuals with chronic conditions (e.g. heart disease, arthritis, diabetes, asthma, bronchitis, emphysema). Come set healthy goals, make action plans, manage pain, embrace nutrition and exercise, understand medication, and increase your confidence in health management. Class includes a book and relaxation CD. Light refreshments will be provided.

� Fridays, March 8 - April 19 1:30 pm

FREE FROM FALLSMissouri’s rate of falls among adults 65 and older is almost twice that of the nation! Don’t become a statistic. Whether you’ve had a fall or just want to learn more about what you can do to prevent falls, this class is for you.


MATTER OF BALANCE (8 sessions)Almost half of older adults worry about falling. Don’t worry, take action! Learn factors that can lead to a fall and practical tips to keep yourself on your feet in this discussion-based program. Improved flexibility and range of motion with stretches and light movements introduced in the third class. A free workbook and light refreshments will be provided.

� Mondays, March 18 - May 6 10:00 am

FREE OSTEOPOROSIS SCREENINGFREE bone density screening for women! Determine your personal risk and discuss what you can do to decrease the risk of developing osteoporosis.


ACUTE BLEEDING CONTROLNational Stop the Bleed Campaign’s goal is to reduce preventable deaths due to bleeding. This training is an hour of your life that could save a life.


ADULT OR ADULT & PEDIATRIC FIRST AID/CPR/AED 2 YEAR RED CROSS CERT. BLENDED - ONLINE & 1 ½ HR IN-PERSON CLASSAdult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED 2 year Red Cross Certification$88.00 fee orAdult First Aid/CPR/AED 2 year Red Cross Certification $78.00 fee



MEDICARE BASICSPresented by CLAIM (State Health Insurance Assistance Program)

� 1st Saturday 10:00 amBasics 10:00 amIndividual Counseling 11:30 am

HEARTFULNESS RELAXATION AND MEDITATION

� 2nd Saturday 10:00 am



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In April: Autism Awareness

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Let the Library help you reach your health goals.

Adopted as an infant, April had been curious about her birth family for most of her life.

“I have wanted to find my family since...forever,” she said.

“I always wondered what my mom looked like.”

By the time April was old enough to research her birth parents, her mother had passed away and neither she nor her father had elected to share identifying information with the agency that handled the adoption. April thought that her true ancestry would always be a mystery.

One day while working on a public computer at the Spencer Road Branch of the St. Charles City-County Library, April heard someone ask at

the information desk, “Where is the genealogy class?” She thought about her own stalled search for family and quickly found her way to the classroom. There, a volunteer named Monica was preparing to teach a beginning family history class regularly offered by the Library. April cautiously approached her and told Monica she was not enrolled in the class, but needed help. April introduced herself and shared the story about her adoption and search. As she spoke, the room got quiet. The entire class was intrigued. They waited while Monica sat at a computer to help April. Within five minutes, Monica had found an obituary for April’s birth mother using the library’s online resources.

“With the little bit of information April had and the databases the Library offers, we were able to find what she

needed,” Monica remembers. “It was just one of those serendipitous kinds of things.” After 53 years of wondering, April finally knew the name of her mother.

Emotional, overwhelmed, and excited, April immediately went home and used the information she had discovered at the Library to begin a Facebook search. After days of searching and many inquiries, she discovered that she had cousins living just an hour away. They met for the first time in the summer of 2017.

“I discovered my nationality. I saw a picture of my mother when she was in junior high school!” April could not be happier with the St. Charles City-County Library. “Our library resources are fantastic,” she says. “What an amazing experience it was when the Library did this for me.”“I have wanted to find my family

since...forever,” she said.Middendorf-Kredell: � McClay: � Portage Des Sioux: � Spencer Road: � WingHaven®: � Programs marked NR do not require registration. 19


TECH-LITERACY

TECHNOLOGY OPEN LAB NR

� 2nd & 4th Wednesday 2:30 pm

� Tuesdays 6:30 pmWednesdays & Fridays 2:00 pm

� Thursdays 10:00 am

� Wednesdays 2:00 pmFridays 10:00 am

GENEALOGY LAB

� 1st & 3rd Tuesday 10:00 amSunday, March 17 1:00 pm

READY TO GO DIGITAL


� Tuesday, March 12 2:30 pmTuesday, April 23 2:30 pm

GOING WIRELESS: HOW TO USE WiFi


WINDOWS 10 CUSTOM BASICS





FITBIT, APPLE WATCH, & MORE: WEARABLE FITNESS TECHNOLOGY


INTRODUCTION TO MICROSOFT EXCEL 2016 (6 SESSIONS)

� Tuesdays, March 19 - April 23 2:00 pm

CUT THE CORD - NEXT GENERATION TVThis class will help you determine the best cable TV replacement for you!


GETTING STARTED WITH YOUR iPAD


BUYING AND SELLING ON eBAY (2 SESSIONS)


WINDOWS 10 OVERVIEW (2 SESSIONS)

� Monday, April 8 & 15 2:00 pm

GOOGLE PHOTOS


FACEBOOK 1: THE STARTER KIT


INTRODUCTION TO WORD 2016 (4 SESSIONS)

� Tuesdays, April 9 - 30 1:30 pm

iPAD PRODUCTIVITYLearn how to use maps, mail, contacts, Safari, clock, calendar, and reminders.


iPAD APPSDiscuss the App store, Siri, notes, messages, camera, plus taking and editing photos.


iPAD iOS11 (2 SESSIONS)



CYBERCRIME FIGHTERS: PHISHING AND IDENTITY THEFT

� Wednesday, April 17 10:00 am

GETTING STARTED WITH ARDUINO WITH INVENTOR FORGE


LEARNING RASPBERRY Pi WITH INVENTOR FORGE


Get one-on-one help at our technology open labs.


Are you literate in the language of technology?Register for a class today.


COMMUNITY OF CRAFTERS

� Beading 1014th Wednesday 2:00 pmColor Your World!3rd Thursday 6:30 pmJewelry Crafters Connections2nd Thursday & 4th Tuesday 6:30 pmKnit And Crochet Club2nd Monday 7:00 pmQuilt Block Of The Month1st Thursday 9:30 amSewing Basics 3rd Wednesday 6:30 pm

� Color Your World!4th Thursday 6:30 pmCrafter’s Workday4th Saturday 9:00 amCrafting For Charity NRTuesdays 12:00 pmWednesday, April 3 1:00 pmNo meeting March 5 or April 2 Knit-A-Long 3rd Tuesday 6:30 pmStitch Club 3rd Saturday 9:00 am No meeting April 20 We Knit!4th Thursday 11:00 am

� Chemo Caps NRTuesdays 12:30 pmThursdays 6:30 pmColor Your World!1st Thursday 6:30 pmCrafting For Charity NR2nd & 4th Monday 1:00 pmLet’s CrochetWednesdays 1:00 pmNo meeting April 17 or 24

CRAFT CLASSES

MARK TWAIN HOBBY SCALE MODEL CLUB

� 1st Tuesday 7:00 pm

SHAMROCK CRAFT


KNITTING FOR BEGINNERS

� Thursday, March 7 6:30 pmWednesday, April 10 9:30 am

DIY SPRING YARN ART


MACRAME


MINI MACRAME WALL HANGING


NO-SEW PINCUSHION


MAKE YOUR OWN BATH BOMBSMaterials are provided. Cost is $15. Bath bombs and molds will be yours to keep!




CREATE WITH RUBBER STAMPS


TERRARIUM TIME


CROCHET - DISHCLOTH

� Wednesday, March 20 10:00 am


BOOK BIRDHOUSES


HOLIDAY BEADED BRACELET CRAFT


BOB ROSS PAINT-A-LONG



PAINT PARTY

� Monday, April 1 6:00 pmMonday, April 15 2:00 pm

STITCHING CARD


EASTER EGG BOUQUET


ADULT SPRING MASON JAR CRAFT


BENEFITS OF AROMATHERAPY

� Tuesday, April 9 6:30 pmFriday, April 12 1:30 pm

SPA DAY


RIBBON FLOWER CRAFT


CRAFT AND LEARN: THE PONY EXPRESS MESSENGER BAG


FAN BLADE CHALKBOARD CRAFT


STRAW HAT DECORATION


LIGHTED CANVAS ART


Join one of our many ongoing crafting groups to express your creativity and make new friends. Call the branch for details.

ADULTVisit youranswerplace.org or call the branch for more details & supply lists.

� I Love Quilts1st Tuesday 10:00 amYarn ArtsThursdays 2:00 pm

� Beading 1012nd Wednesday 7:00 pm

� Beading 101 1st Monday & 3rd Tuesday 7:00 pmKnit-A-LongWednesdays 2:30 pmScrapbooking & More Workday2nd Saturday Sewing Circle1st Saturday 10:00 am

� Beginners Learn To Draw2nd Wednesday 7:00 pmColor Your World!2nd Thursday 6:30 pmGot Scrap (Show & Tell and Discussion) NR3rd WednesdaySewing 5:00 pmShow & Tell 6:00 pmMake Your Own Cards Materials fee is $10 per 4 cards3rd Thursday 6:00 pm

SEWING GROUP **New Group**Bring your own sewing projects to this monthly open session for sewing enthusiasts! Meet other local needle crafters and share tips, tricks, and ideas. Open to all skill levels.

� 2nd Saturday 1:00 pm



ESTATE PLANNING SEMINARBrigid Fernandez, Attorney, Fernandez Elder Law, LLC


SOCIAL SECURITY - OPTIMIZE YOUR OPTIONS AND TAXATION Jeremy D. North, Chief Financial Adviser, 360 IRA



529 AND K-12 EDUCATION SAVINGS PLANSAngela R. Williams, Ascensus Broker Dealer Service, LLC


FOUNDATIONS OF INVESTINGKarena Marfisi, Edward Jones


RAISING MONEY SMART KIDSMarina Gakhutishvili, Vantage Credit Union


MYTHS AND MISCONCEPTIONS OF ESTATE PLANNINGDavid S. Schmidt, Woodlawn Law Offices



FOCUS ON FIXED INCOMENate Seiler, Edward Jones


LONG-TERM CAREBrigid Fernandez, Attorney, Fernandez Elder Law, LLC


TAX STRATEGIES FOR RETIREMENT PLANNINGJeremy D. North, Chief Financial Adviser, 360 IRA



COOKING MATTERS AT THE STOREEmily Barbee, Nutrition and Health Education Specialist, University of Missouri Extension, St. Charles County



UNDERSTANDING ANNUITIESJeremy D. North, Chief Financial Adviser, 360 IRA



5 MONEY QUESTIONS FOR WOMENKarena Marfisi, Edward Jones


YOUR HOME/YOUR INVESTMENT - SMART TIPS FOR FIRST-TIME HOME BUYERSDeneke Bakalar, Keller Williams Realty


ELDER LAW & PROTECTING YOUR ASSETS IN ESTATE PLANNINGDavid S. Schmidt, Woodlawn Law Offices


MITIGATING THE COSTS OF LONG-TERM CAREAndrew Hall, Foundation for Financial Education


SIMPLIFY YOUR SAVING AND SPENDING STRATEGIESKarena Marfisi, Edward Jones


CYBERCRIME FIGHTERS: PHISHING AND IDENTITY THEFT

� Wednesday, April 17 10:00 am

RETIREMENT PLANNING: DOs AND DON’Ts Andrew Hall,The Foundation for Financial Education



TAX-FREE INVESTMENTSNate Seiler, Edward Jones

� Thursday, April 18 10:00 am

ESTATE PLANNINGAndrew Hall, The Foundation for Financial Education


SENIOR SCAMSMelissa Johnson, Lutheran Senior Services


4 WAYS TO PAY FOR YOUR CHILD’S EDUCATIONDebbie Meyer, WorthyNest LLC


APRIL IS MONEY SMART MONTHMoney Smart Month is a public education campaign to help consumers better manage their personal finances through free, non-commercial education.

Learn more at moneysmartstlouis.org



BOOK DISCUSSIONS + MORE

WRITE YOUR STORY

� Mondays 11:30 am

WRITE YOUR BOOK @ THE LIBRARY

� Saturdays 2:30 pmHosted by Saturday Writers

10 BOOKS TO LOOK FORWARD TO READING THIS SPRINGPresenter: Ashley Hasty, creator of the Hasty Book List, a book review blog


BOOK BLOGGING 101Presenter: Ashley Hasty, creator of the Hasty Book List


POETRY CRITIQUE GROUP

� 2nd Saturday 11:00 am

For the most up-to-date schedule, to view titles to be discussed, and to register, please visit: youranswerplace.org/book-discussion-groups

� 3rd Monday 2:00 pm

� 3rd Thursday 10:00 am (Non-Fiction)

� Last Tuesday 7:00 pm 2nd Wednesday 1:30 pm (alternating months)2nd Thursday 7:00 pm (Mystery)3rd Wednesday 7:00 pm (Fright Club)3rd Thursday 10:00 am (alternating months) (Non-Fiction)

� 1st Wednesday 7:00 pm3rd Thursday 10:00 am

� Last Tuesday 7:00 pm

� 3rd Tuesday 7:00 pm1st Wednesday 1:00 pm

� 1st Monday 7:00 pm (Self-Help)2nd Wednesday 7:00 pm3rd Thursday 2:00 pm

� 1st Wednesday 10:00 am & 7:00 pm 1st Friday 1:00 pm

� 2nd Monday 7:00 pm

� Wed., March 6 & Thurs., April 4 6:30 pm (Food for Thought Cookbook Discussion)2nd Wednesday 11:30 am2nd Wednesday 7:00 pm (#READHARDER BOOK CHALLENGE)3rd Tuesday 11:30 am3rd Thursday 7:00 pm4th Tuesday 6:30 pm (alternating months)

� 4th Wednesday 10:00 am

Find book lovers like you! Join a book discussion group at the Library.

AT TWO PLUMBERSTWO PLUMBERS BREWERY + ARCADE 2236 1st Capitol Dr, St. Charles, MO 63301

BOOKS ON TAP MEETUP NR Ages 21+Share your love of Sci-Fi & Fantasy books. Tuesday, January 8 6:00 pm

CHECK YA’SHELFThe book club for adults who love reading and discussing young adult books.Last Thursday 7:00 pm

AT ALPHA & OMEGAALPHA & OMEGA ROASTING & COFFEE BAR111 N Main St, O’Fallon, MO 63366

IT’S LIT! New! Bursting with ideas, but can’t get them on the page? Write with us! We’ll provide some structured writing activities and try new genres and writing methods together! 2nd Thursday 6:30 pm

FOREVER YOUNG ADULTA discussion of teen books for adult readers! 4th Saturday 6:30 pm

ADMISSION IS FREE!

Friday, MARCH 22: 9am - 5pmSaturday, MARCH 23: 9am - 5 pm

VFW Post 50778500 Veterans Memorial Parkway

O’Fallon, Missouri 63366(across from Ethyl’s Restaurant)

For more information please visit www.stchlibraryfriends.org or call (636) 441-2300

Adult mystery, fiction, children’s/teen books and AV materials

Mystery Hardbacks ..........................................$2.00 each

Fictional Oversized Paperbacks ....................$1.00 each

Children’s & Teen ..............................................50¢ each

Large selection of AV materials will be individually priced.

CASH OR CHECK ONLY

Celebrating 20 years of enriching lives, improving literacy and engaging our community!

ADMISSION IS FREE!

9am — 5pmFriday, MARCH 22

Saturday, MARCH 23

VFW Post 50778500 Veterans Memorial Parkway

O’Fallon, Missouri 63366(across from Ethyl’s Restaurant)

We are excited to celebrate our accomplishments and look forward to the future. Thank you to our donors and sponsors for their continued support. For more information, visit our website: www.stchlibraryfoundation.org

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