Kirkwood Public Library

Kids Cooking Club
2026-03-11 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago)
Join us for fun and easy cooking for kids. This is hands on cooking. We will be using knives and a hot stove.

Age: 8 -12Time: 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm.
Date: Mar. 11, 2026

Sign-up is required.

Pandora's Book Club
2026-03-11 19:00 - 20:00
The list below are the books we will be discussing every month between Jan – April. We meet on the second Wednesday of every month at 7 pm.

January 14 Wicked The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the west by Gregory Maguire

February 11 The Satanic Verses by Salman Rushdie

March 11 The Fire Keeper’s Daughter by Angeline Bouley

April 8 Reading Lolita in Tehran by Azar Nafisi

Books for Babies
2026-03-12 09:30 - 10:00
Thursday, March 12, 2026 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!

Good Yarns
2026-03-12 19:00 - 20:30 | Kirkwood Public Library @ 140 E Jefferson Ave, St. Louis, MO 63122
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.

Memory Café: Coloratura
2026-03-13 10:30 - 11:30
This Memory Café will feature artist Camry Ivory, who combines art and music through innovative musical paintbrushes. Participants will create simple artworks that produce sound, offering a calming, hands-on experience that supports self-expression, sensory engagement, and social connection for individuals living with memory loss and their care partners. Registration is helpful but not required.

2026 Tournament of Titles
2026-03-14 00:00 - 2026-04-10 23:59
Which book will take this year’s KPL crown as best-beloved? Vote for your favorite every week and see who wins it all!

Plant Doctor
2026-03-14 12:00 - 13:00
Worried you don’t have the green thumb? Hesitant to start a garden? Can’t seem to keep your plant friends alive inside? Stop by the Plant Doctor table in the lobby of the Kirkwood Public Library! MoBot Master Gardener volunteers will be here to answer any gardening or houseplant questions!

Teen Card Game Club
2026-03-14 14:00 - 15:00
Sign-up available Feb. 12, 2026.
Looking for something fun to do on a Saturday afternoon? Join the Card Game Club at the Kirkwood Public Library! You’ll get to have fun, learn something new, and maybe even make some new friends! Each session we’ll play a different card game.
Program Details:Saturday, Mar. 14 at 2 p.m.Ages 12-18

Sign-up is required.

Sensory Friendly Times
2026-03-15 14:00 - 15:00
Sunday, March 15, 2026.
Time: 2:00 pm All Ages Enjoy the library in our meeting room without the distraction of screens to quietly play, learn or read. Sign-up not required.
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.

Storytime
2026-03-16 10:30 - 11:15
Monday, March 16, 2026. Ages 2-5 years Join us for storytime geared to ages 2-5.

Stranger Things Trivia Night
2026-03-16 18:00 - 19:00
Think you know everything about Stranger Things? Come test your knowledge at Stranger Things Trivia Night! You’ll get to meet and compete with other Stranger Things fans just like you, and have a chance to win an amazing prize!
Program Details:Monday, Mar. 16 at 6 p.m.Ages 12-18

Sign-up is required.

Mystery Readers Book Club
2026-03-18 14:00 - 15:00
The list below are the books we will be discussing every month between January – April. We meet on the third Wednesday of every month at 2 pm.

March 18 The Mysterious Case of the Missing Crime Writer by Ragnar Jonasson

April 15 The Dentist by Tim Sullivan

Teen Advisory Board
2026-03-18 19:00 - 20:00
Wednesday, Mar. 18, 2026.
Time: 7 – 8 PM We are a group of teens (ages 12-18) who discuss books, ideas for programs, and teen collections, and receive service hours for it! Plus, we always have treats and a time to connect with new friends. Meetings are held on the 3rd Wednesday of each month.

First Art at Home
2026-03-19 00:00 - 23:59
First Art at Home March 19, 2026. Ages 18 months-4 years. Introduce your little one to the tactile wonders of paint, glue and more with these easy at home art based activities! Recommended for 18 months to age 4. Sign up to pick up your supply bag. You will be emailed about pick-up.Sign up required.

Books for Babies
2026-03-19 09:30 - 10:00
Thursday, March 19, 2026 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!

Pokemon Club
2026-03-19 16:00 - 17:00
Pokemon Club March 19, 2026. Ages 6-12
Time: 4-5 PM Do you want to be the very best? Like no one ever was? Sign up for the Pokemon TCG club! Make friends and battle with the official Pokemon trading card game. Newcomers will be instructed on the rules of the game. Pokemon cards and materials will be provided, though you are welcome to bring your own. No trading during club meetings.
Sign up required.

Community for Understanding and Hope Book Group
2026-03-19 19:00 - 20:30
This month we are reading Parable of the Sower by Octavia E. Butler

Copies of this title can be found at the Kirkwood Public Library. Check if one is available by calling 314-821-5770 and selecting option 3 or emailing mel@kplmo.org!

In the quest to transform the Kirkwood area into a prejudice-free community of highly respectful individuals, CFUH initiates ongoing dialogue and social interaction to create an environment of understanding and healing. Questions? Email Joy Weese Moll at cfuhbookgroup@gmail.com

This group is co-sponsored by Kirkwood Public Library.

Puzzle Swap!
2026-03-21 14:00 - 16:00
Calling all jigsaw puzzle enthusiasts! Bring your gently used or new puzzles to exchange with other jigsaw puzzle fans between 2-4 pm on Saturday March 21, 2026. Hang out and help with a community jigsaw puzzle.

Life Drawing (Non-instructional)
2026-03-22 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.

Storytime
2026-03-23 10:30 - 11:15
Monday, March 23, 2026. Ages 2-5 years Join us for storytime geared to ages 2-5.

Virtual Startup Office Hours: Get Expert Advice for Your New Business
2026-03-25 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.

Homeschool Club
2026-03-25 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, Mar. 25, 2026

Sign-up is required.

Adult Craft: Lily Bouquet
2026-03-25 19:00 - 20:00
Create a bouquet of lilies using pipe cleaners.. Please only sign up one time.

Books for Babies
2026-03-26 09:30 - 10:00
Thursday, March 26, 2026 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!

Coloring Club
2026-03-27 00:00 - 23:59
Need a moment to just relax? Each month we will have a themed packet with coloring sheets, drawing prompts, and puzzles. Patrons can stay and color in the library or take the packet home to enjoy later.

Age: All Ages

Time: All Day
Date: Friday, March 27, 2026

Memory Café: Mapping St. Louis
2026-03-27 10:30 - 11:30
Join Andrew Hahn author of the book Mapping St. Louis as he uses maps through the years to chart the history of St. Louis from its founding in the 1760’s to present day. We will also spend a little time reminiscing about favorite places in our own history that may have gone away. This will be an informative and interesting event for everyone! 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.

Saturday Storytime
2026-03-28 10:30 - 11:15
Saturday, Mar. 28, 2026. All Ages
Join us for an all-ages storytime that reintroduces a classic children’s book series. Dress up to fit the theme each month
if you’re feeling creative! This month we will be reading If You Give a Mouse a Cookie by Laura Numeroff books.

Lego Club
2026-03-28 14:00 - 15:00
Join us for Lego Club! Use your imagination to build without limits. We meet once a month, and anything you build will be on display for in the library for one week. All lego supplies will be provided. Ages 6 to 12. NO sign up required.

Sip and Swap
2026-03-29 14:00 - 15:00
Sunday, March 29 at 2 PM.
Ages:12-18
Do you need a new book for your TBR pile? Do you want to pass on an old favorite to a new friend? Join us for an Italian soda bar and sip while you swap.

Storytime
2026-03-30 10:30 - 11:15
Monday, March 30, 2026. Ages 2-5 years Join us for storytime geared to ages 2-5.
