Kirkwood Public Library

Sensory Storytime
2025-10-22 10:30 - 11:15 (America/Chicago)
Wednesday, October 22, 2025.
Time: 10:30 am Ages 2-5 years Join us for sensory storytime geared to ages 2-5.
This project is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by the Missouri State Library, a division of the Office of the Secretary of State.

Homeschool Club
2025-10-22 14:00 - 15:00
Explore fun topics through learning, games, crafts, and building community! Join us for a new theme each month.

Age: 5-12

Time: 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Date: Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2025

Sign-up is required.

Adult Craft: Gnome Door Decor
2025-10-22 19:00 - 20:00
We will create a Gnome Door Decoration. All supplies are provided and space is limited. Registration required. Please only sign up one time.

Books for Babies
2025-10-23 09:30 - 10:00
Thursday, October 23, 2025 at 9:30 am. Age 6 months to 2 years. Books, lap bounces, songs, rhymes and more are what you’ll find at this storytime geared to 6 months- 2 years!

Baby Boo-Bash
2025-10-24 09:30 - 10:00
Celebrate Halloween with your little one with this frightfully fun dance party aimed at littles! Come to the library in your costumed best, as there will also be a costume contest!
Age: 0-3 years
Date: Friday, October 24, 2025 at 9:30 am.

DIY Halloween Charcuterie Boards
2025-10-26 14:00 - 15:00
Come join us to build and eat a spooky, sugary arrangement!
Date & Time: October 26, 2025 @ 2-3 p.m.Location: Meeting Room
Ages 12-18

Storytime
2025-10-27 10:30 - 11:15
Monday, October 27, 2025. Ages 2-5 years Join us for storytime geared to ages 2-5.

Baby Yoga
2025-10-28 09:30 - 10:00
Sign-up Required
Blending physical activity, mindfulness practices, and social-emotional learning in a supportive, community environment, children explore yoga shapes, singing, reading, and engaging in play that develops both fine and gross motor skills, balance, breathing, and social skills. Sign up for just one session, or all of them.

Ages 0 – 2 years
Tuesday, October 28 @ 9:30 am

This project is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by the Missouri State Library, a division of the Office of the Secretary of State.

Screen Free Zone
2025-10-28 15:00 - 17:00
Oct. 28, 2025
3 pm-5 pm
Enjoy the library in our meeting room without the distraction of screens to quietly play, learn or read.

Teen Study Space
2025-10-28 18:30 - 20:30
Tuesday, October 28, 2025.
Time: 6:30 – 8:30 PM
Need a quiet place to study?
The KPL Meeting Room’s got you: Wi-Fi, space to spread out, cozy in winter, cool in summer —
and it’s free!

Virtual Startup Office Hours: Get Expert Advice for Your New Business
2025-10-29 12:00 - 13:00 | Kirkwood Public Library @ 140 E Jefferson Ave, St. Louis, MO 63122
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 for advice on topics like business strategy, funding, marketing, operations, and more. Whether you need help refining your business idea, understanding the startup landscape, or overcoming a specific challenge, this is your chance to get real-time insights tailored to your needs.
Registration Required in order to get the zoom link. This event takes place on the last Wednesday of every month.

Horror Movie Trivia Night
2025-10-29 19:00 - 20:00
Join us… if you dare! Test your knowledge of spooky cinema at our Horror Movie Trivia Night! From classic slashers to chilling thrillers, compete with a team for a prize and bragging rights. Costumes welcome, screams encouraged—just don’t forget to bring your horror smarts!

Maximum 6 players per team. Use the form below to register.

Books for Babies
2025-10-30 09:30 - 10:00
Thursday, October 30, 2025 at 9:30 am. Age 6 months to 2 years. Books, lap bounces, songs, rhymes and more are what you’ll find at this storytime geared to 6 months- 2 years!

Virtual Legal Clinic for Small Businesses
2025-10-30 17:00 - 19:00
If you’re just starting out in the business or nonprofit world and have questions for a lawyer, we’re hosting a legal clinic! Available by appointment, this virtual event will take place on zoom where you’ll meet one-on-one with a lawyer in a 30 minute session.
Registration is required in order to attend. Please select your top two session times and we will email you to confirm. Use the form below to register.

Memory Café: Little Ghouls Just Want to Have Fun
2025-10-31 10:30 - 11:30
Our memory café is a place for individuals with memory loss and their care partners to engage in fun activities in a comfortable and supportive environment. Let’s face it. There are few things more fun than little kids on Halloween! This will be a unique program to join in the wonder and delight of children and be able to give out “treats” without the tricks – but maybe some jokes. Parents are encouraged to have their kids wear costumes. Bob will bring his story and our Youth Services group will bring some crafts and activities. There will also be time at the end of the program for connecting with others. Light refreshments will be served. Registration is not required but preferred.

If you do not wish to be photographed or recorded, please inform Lynne at Kirkwood Public Library (lhaynes@kplmo.org) prior to the start of the course.

Little Ghouls Just Want to Have Fun with the Memory Cafe
2025-10-31 10:30 - 11:30
Join us for some Halloween fun dressed in your costumes for some trick-or-treating, stories and a craft. Individuals attending our October 31 Memory Café will handout treats to kids attending this event.
Our memory café is a place for individuals with memory loss and their care partners to engage in fun activities.
Sign-up Required
Age: 2 -5 with adult.Time: 10:30 am to 11:30 am.
Date: Friday, October 31, 2025

Comic Book Club
2025-11-01 14:00 - 15:00
Greetings true believers. Do you enjoy comic books? Ever thought of making your own? Sign up and share your stories with us at the Kirkwood Public Library Comic Book Club!
Sign-up Required
Age: 7 -12 Time: 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm.
Date: Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025

Storytime
2025-11-03 10:30 - 11:15
Monday, November 3, 2025. Ages 2-5 years Join us for storytime geared to ages 2-5.

Baby Yoga
2025-11-04 09:30 - 10:00
Sign-up Required
Blending physical activity, mindfulness practices, and social-emotional learning in a supportive, community environment, children explore yoga shapes, singing, reading, and engaging in play that develops both fine and gross motor skills, balance, breathing, and social skills. Sign up for just one session, or all of them.

Ages 0 – 2 years
Tuesday, Nov. 4 @ 9:30 am

This project is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by the Missouri State Library, a division of the Office of the Secretary of State.

Children's Coloring Club
2025-11-04 16:00 - 17:00
Need a moment to just relax? Join us for Coloring Club. Each month we will have a different theme and use different media to color. We will listen to music or audiobooks, or just chat and get to know each other. Sign up for just one session, or all of them.

Age: 6-12

Time: 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Date: Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2025

Sign-up is required.

Book Club At the End of the Universe
2025-11-04 19:00 - 20:00
Join as we discuss, 1984 by George Orwell. This is an in person event and will take place in the meeting room at the lower level of the library.

Books for Babies
2025-11-06 09:30 - 10:00
Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 9:30 am. Age 6 months to 2 years. Books, lap bounces, songs, rhymes and more are what you’ll find at this storytime geared to 6 months- 2 years!

Reader's Circle Book Club
2025-11-06 13:00 - 14:00
This Month’s book is The Lathe of Heaven by Ursula K. Le Guin.

Our Reader’s Circle Book Club is run by our library Volunteers. They meet 5 times per year at 1PM in the lower level meeting room. Open to everyone.

Playdoh Friday
2025-11-07 10:00 - 11:00
Smoosh, roll, squeeze and create with play-doh!
Sign-up required.

Ages 2 – 5 years

Time: 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Date: Friday, Nov. 7, 2025

Sticker-Making
2025-11-08 14:30 - 15:30
Saturday, November 8, 2025.
Ages 12 – 18
Time: 2:30 – 3:30 PM
Have cool art you want to turn into a sticker? Join us at the library to make your own sticker with our sticker making-machine, and learn how to make your own stickers at home!

Life Drawing (Non-instructional)
2025-11-09 14:00 - 15:00
This event provides a live model and is a non-instructional event. Participants bring their own drawing and/or painting supplies. The event will begin with shorter poses and end with a long half an hour pose.

At Home Family Book Club
2025-11-10 00:00 - 23:59
At Home Family Book Club Kit. Nov. 10, 2025. Ages 8-12 and family. History Smashers: Titanic by Kate Messner is the book for this month. You will be emailed about pick-up. Sign up required.

Storytime
2025-11-10 10:30 - 11:15
Monday, November 10, 2025. Ages 2-5 years Join us for storytime geared to ages 2-5.

Library Closed for Veteran’s Day / Staff In-Service Day
2025-11-11 00:00 - 23:59

Screen Free Zone
2025-11-12 15:00 - 17:00
Nov. 12, 2025
9:30 am – 11 am
Enjoy the library in our meeting room without the distraction of screens to quietly play, learn or read.
