Learn something new in Gideon, MO. Art classes, cooking workshops, fitness programs, and educational events.
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Teens, come learn new art techniques and express your creativity! Each month will have a new project to complete and take home. This month: Botanical Impressions. Ideal for ages 13-18. Sensory Considerations: Potential for close proximity/shared space with other participants Some bright colors and..
MLB: Baltimore Orioles at Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium
Come use your body as an instrument in this exciting dance workshop! Schlafly Library, in collaboration with Stomp the World, is hosting a step dance class with professional step dancer Kevin Lee. Stepping, or Step Dance, is a style of dance linked to historically Black fraternities and sororities..
Live at SLPL presents: Classical Indian Dance Explore and move along to the rhythms, colors, and stories of classical Indian dance. Audience members will learn some basic hand and foot movements and perform along with the dancers! Best enjoyed by ages 2-7. Support for Live at SLPL provided by the...
Community Art Hour happens the 1st–4th Fridays of each month, from 3:30–4:30pm. The Library will provide all supplies. Friday, March 6, 3:30–4:30pm At this special Community Art Hour, you can learn about the suffragist movement in Utah while recreating banners used by the...
Carpenter’s “New Romantics” is more than just a book club; it’s a vibrant community that brings together enthusiasts of the queer romance genre. This club delves into a wide array of subgenres, ranging from contemporary and literary fiction to sci-fi/ fantasy and historical romance. “New Romantics”.
Learn new art techniques and express your creativity! Each month will have a new project to complete and take home. This month’s project is tie dye banners or tote bags. Ideal for ages 13-18. Sensory Considerations: Potential for close proximity/shared space with other participants. Some bright...
Join us on the 3rd Tuesday of the month from 2-3 p.m. to create a beautiful watercolor painting and enjoy a cup of coffee. Paintings will be guided and supplies provided. No registration required, but attendees are admitted on a first-come, first-served basis. Spaces fill up quickly, so be sure to..
Join us for an evening of crafting! All skill levels and fiber art techniques (knitting, crochet, embroidery, etc.) are welcome. Bring any fiber project you'd like and join other crafters for an opportunity to build community, learn from each other, and swap patterns. Be sure to check out...
This book club examines contemporary socio-political issues through nonfiction books, thought-provoking questions, and civil discourse. Held on select Mondays and the last Tuesday of each month. Foothill Forum meets on select Mondays and the last Tuesday of each month from 6:30-7:30pm. Books can be.
Estate planning isn’t about dwelling on the future — it’s about feeling confident today. Join us for an approachable conversation about the key parts of a solid estate plan, from wills and trusts to powers of attorney, and the importance of having a holistic plan to address what happens in the...
Add a touch of spring to your home with a handmade mini wreath! In this fun and relaxing workshop hosted by Wildflowers , you’ll learn simple techniques to design and craft a unique seasonal decoration. This workshop is perfect for beginners and seasoned crafters alike.
Please join us to discuss all topics related to graphic novels. Read both fiction and non-fiction graphic literature, and engage in conversations about visual storytelling. This group meets on the Third Tuesday of each month in the Book Club room at Central Library. Books are available on Hoopla, a.
The 1st Saturday of each month, kids and families can do hands-on STEAM (Science Technology Engineering Art Math) activities, led by Westminster University students.
Teens, come learn new art techniques and express your creativity! Each month will have a new project to complete and take home. This month: Yarn Words & Doodle Weaving. Ideal for ages 13-18. Sensory Considerations: Potential for close proximity/shared space with other participants. Some bright...
Want to raise a reader? This workshop will provide you with a better understanding of how children transition into independent reading. You will learn about how brains develop and what’s happening at school, then practice hands-on phonics strategies with your child that you can do at home. This...
We meet every 4th Monday from 6–7pm in the Level 2 Conference Room. Reading Schedule Monday, March 23, 6–7pm · The Midnight Library, by Matt Haig Monday, April 27, 6–7pm · The People We Keep, by Allison Larkin Monday, May 18, 6–7pm · Home is Where the...
Teens, come learn new art techniques and express your creativity! Each month will have a new project to complete and take home. This month: Clay Creations Ideal for ages 13-18. Sensory Considerations: Potential for close proximity/shared space with other participants. Some bright colors and loud...
Suzy Farren: The Past is a Foreign Country Email | Facebook | Instagram A reception will be held on Saturday, April 11, 2026, 1:30 PM - 3 PM About the Exhibit “ The past is a foreign country: they do things differently there. ” The Go-Between, a novel by LP Hartley and a film by Joseph Losey,...
Meetings are held at the Marmalade Branch on the 3rd Monday of each month, from 6:30-8pm. Mon, Jan 26, 6:30–8pm · Remarkable Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt (4th Monday of the month as the 3rd Monday is a holiday) Mon, Feb 23, 6:30–8pm · The Correspondent by Virginia...
Give your favorite clothes a second life in this hands-on mending workshop! Learn a simple technique for repairing holes and tears while adding a touch of personal flair. We’ll cover patching with a basic running stitch. No sewing experience needed. Please bring your own jeans or denim item...
The Book Crafts Club invites adults and older teens (ages 14 and up) to explore the creative world of book arts. Each month, participants will experiment with projects inspired by reading and craft—ranging from handmade bookmarks and custom fandom merchandise to 3D-printed shelves and...
Join us for a relaxing and creative fiber arts gathering open to all skill levels! Whether you knit, crochet, weave, or just want to learn, this is a welcoming space to work on your projects, share techniques, and connect with fellow crafters. Beginners are very welcome—please note, however, that...
Are folks always telling you that you should do standup? Have you ever wanted to try improv? Do you want to know what it takes to write something that makes someone laugh til they cry? Or, do you just like to laugh at people being funny? Join us in April for Laughter at the Library! This series of..
MiLB Double-A: Midland RockHounds at Springfield Cardinals at Hammons Field
MLB: Seattle Mariners at St. Louis Cardinals at Busch Stadium
Knit, crochet, embroider, or macramé? Whether you’re a seasoned fiber artist or just picking up your first skein of yarn, you’re warmly invited to join the Carpenter Textile Collective —the most recent addition to St. Louis Public Library’s roster of fiber arts meetups. Held at Carpenter Library,...
This fun storytime geared towards 0-2 year olds and their families includes reading, singing, rhyming, and connection. No registration or library card required to attend. Disclaimer(s)Accompanying AdultsThis program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be...
Michio Kobayashi: Kizuna website | Instagram | contact A joint reception with Gallery artist Adrian Wright be held on Saturday, May 9, 2026, 1:30 PM - 3 PM Michio Kobayashi is a self-taught multidisciplinary artist located in St. Louis, MO. They began their artistic journey as a dancer until they...
MLB: Los Angeles Angels at Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium
This fun storytime geared towards 3-5 year olds and their families includes reading, singing, moving, dancing, and playing! Disclaimer(s)Accompanying AdultsThis program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs.
Artist's Statement At Clayton Middle School, art students have taken a closer look at the world around them. In response to what they've seen, they have formed impressions and then reimagined their world from personal vantage points. Using a variety of media, students have found ways of expressing..
A 5 week program for parents/caregivers and children ages 1-3 focused on learning through play and connection! Visit with community resource professionals in the following fields: child developmentspeech and languagenutritionearly literacyphysical developmentPlease plan to commit to all 5...
Dr. Kerry Sachetta will discuss the history of unwanted children from Medieval practices through today, and how the Italian Orphan Program 1950-1970 addressed the issue of orphaned and unwanted children after WWII. Maria Laurino’s book, The Price Of Children: Stolen Lives In a Land Without Choice,..
This hands-on, child-led program is designed to encourage learning through play and family connection. We will have sensory activities, fine and gross motor activities, and crafts. Ages 2-5 Disclaimer(s)Accompanying AdultsThis program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan...
Dear Readers, I do hope you will join me to learn about the history of epistolary fiction from its earliest roots in classical Roman literature, through the golden age of the epistolary novel in the 18th century, and into its modern variations. From the Sibylline leaves of the Cumaean Sibyl to...
Chat with new friends while working on fiber arts projects. Bring your own supplies or borrow some basics from the Library (while supplies last). Yarn Y'all meets every Thursday on the 4th floor.
LEAP into 45 minutes of reading, creating, building, and exploring. Parents/guardians are welcome and encouraged to participate. Ages 6-12 Disclaimer(s)Accompanying AdultsThis program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this...
The Teen Dept.’s Makerspace is free and open to grades 6-12 - come check it out! Multiple projects available.
Join us as we talk about weather and wind and explore wind-related activities! Ages 6-12
Use a button maker to turn magazine pictures, your own drawings, pictures from the computer, or whatever you like into a button you can pin onto clothes or book bags. Ideal for ages 5-10. Sensory Considerations: Potential for close proximity/shared space with other participants Some bright colors...
Cut, paste, color or paint a seasonal creation. Ideal for ages 5-12. Sensory Considerations: Potential for close proximity/shared space with other participants. Some bright colors and loud noises. Potential for strong smells and other physical sensations associated with arts & crafts programming....