Open-Mic Poetry and more!
An Open- mic Poetry & more Event! All Art forms are welcome. Each participant will have 10 minutes to share. List will be available at entrance & sign-up requested online.
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM Learn More
An Open- mic Poetry & more Event! All Art forms are welcome. Each participant will have 10 minutes to share. List will be available at entrance & sign-up requested online.
Are you launching a startup or just getting your small business off the ground? Join us for Virtual Startup Office Hours, where you’ll have the opportunity to ask your burning questions and get expert guidance from a seasoned startup professional. This interactive Q&A session is designed for early-stage entrepreneurs looking...
Make a star shaped wreath to hang on your door. All supplies are provided and space is limited. Registration required
Small towns have always fascinated people. They are portrayed in a myriad of ways in the media and on our screens, but they’re not often portrayed accurately, or at least not with the “whole story.” Small Town Missouri aims to inspire readers to dig deeper by discovering small town stories...
Our memory cafe is a place for individuals with memory loss and their care partners to engage in fun activities in a comfortable and supportive environment. The topic this month will be baseball. This month, come hear Bob McMullen share his stories. There will also be time at the end...
Kirkwood author Anne Shaw Heinrich will celebrate the release of her second novel, Violet is Blue, with a presentation and book signing. Violet is Blue follows the 2024 release of Heinrich’s debut novel, God Bless the Child. Both books are part of a three-book series, The Women of Paradise County....
Join as we discuss, Floating Hotel by Grace Curtis. This is an in person event and will take place in the meeting room at the lower level of the library.
Come join KPL for a night of playing the card game Spades. All ages and skill levels are welcome! We will teach anyone who doesn’t know how to play. Registration required
Join us for a discussion of Hijab Butch Blues by Lamya H.
If you knit, crochet, cross stitch, embroider, or do any other fiber crafts, unwind at our monthly Stitching Club! Bring the project you’ve been neglecting or your fresh ideas for a new piece. Maybe you’ll even learn something new! All levels of experience are welcome.
Join us July 12th for a discussion of Knife by Salman Rushdie. Use the form below to sign up for the email list to receive reminders about future meetings and notices about meeting changes.
Worried you don’t have the green thumb? Can’t seem to keep your leafy green friends alive through the summer? Stop by the Plant Doctor table on your way inside the Kirkwood Public Library! MoBot Master Gardener volunteers will be here to answer any gardening or houseplant questions!
Group 2: Youth Services Event Volunteer: This is perfect for someone that wants to help us put on events for kids and teens! Duties include program preparation, helping at specific events such as storytime, and assisting during library programs with staff.
Group 3: Behind the Scenes Volunteer: A fit if you enjoy independent projects like shelving books, helping us keep the room inviting and tidy, refilling book displays, helping with behind the scenes Summer Reading prep including couponing, supply preparation, and more!
Group 4: Office Assistant: Work in the library admin office on light clerical duties such as scanning and stickering books. Great if you want some office/organizing experience!
Group 5: Mural Project: Help us design a library mural on the outside fence. If you love creative projects, painting and teamwork, this group is for you!
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The Kirkwood Public Library maintains a meeting room for Library sponsored programs consistent with its mission “to inspire a lifelong commitment to learning and creativity, for a more prosperous and connected community.” The Kirkwood Public Library welcomes outside organizations or individuals interested in presenting at the Library. Events must be offered virtually and may be done so at the discretion of library managers. This selection will be based on public service needs and other activities scheduled.