Events for June 2025
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Baby Yoga
Baby Yoga
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. Sign-up Required Ages 0 -...
First Impact – Learning to Drive
First Impact – Learning to Drive
Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 6:00 - 8:30 PM. Ages: Parents and Teens Location: Kirkwood Public Library Join us for a free program to prepare new drivers for the road ahead! Offered by Carol Hoormann, a Health Educator with First Impact, MO this program will teach parents about the Missouri...
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Virtual Startup Office Hours: Get Expert Advice for Your New Business
Virtual Startup Office Hours: Get Expert Advice for Your New Business
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...
3 events,
First Art at Home
First Art at Home May 29, 2025. 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...
Playtime for Little Ones
Playtime for Little Ones
Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 9:30 am. Age 6 months - 2 years. Meet friends at Playtime for Little Ones, with sensory activities, play stations and more geared to your 6 month-2 year old.
Author Talk: Liz Chiarello “Policing Patients: Treatment and Surveillance on the Frontlines of the Opioid Crisis”
Author Talk: Liz Chiarello “Policing Patients: Treatment and Surveillance on the Frontlines of the Opioid Crisis”
Join us for a compelling discussion with author Liz Chiarello as she delves into her groundbreaking book, Policing Patients: Treatment and Surveillance on the Frontlines of the Opioid Crisis. Through extensive research and interviews, Chiarello exposes how surveillance technologies are reshaping the practice of medicine, forcing doctors and pharmacists to...
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Memory Cafe: Books and bloom
Memory Cafe: Books and bloom
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. The topic this month will include a presentation from Wild Ones in St. Louis, taking a virtual walk through the spring woods. There will...
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Saturday Morning Perks: May
Saturday Morning Perks: May
Join us May 31st for a discussion of Before the Coffee Gets Cold by Toshikazu Kawaguchi. Use the form below to sign up for the email list to receive reminders about future meetings and notices about meeting changes.
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History is Advocacy: Inspiration from our Lavender Ancestors Presented by Steven Brawley
History is Advocacy: Inspiration from our Lavender Ancestors Presented by Steven Brawley
As St. Louis’s LGBTQIA+ community members and allies navigate an onslaught of attacks and discrimination, they can draw inspiration from the pioneering lives of the region’s queer ancestors. Learn how their historic legacies can inform present day activism and resistance. Steven Louis Brawley is a community historian and Founder of...
3 events,
Baby Yoga
Baby Yoga
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. Sign-up Required Ages 0 -...
Reading Buddies – Little Buddies
Reading Buddies – Little Buddies
Weekly one-on-one reading program for children grades 1- 4 to pair with teen volunteers grades 7-12. Program Details: Choose either Session 1 or Session 2 or both for your child to attend. Session 1: 2:30 - 3:30 pm Tuesdays: 6/3, 6/10, 6/17, 6/24and/orSession 2: 2:30 - 3:30 pm Tuesdays: 7/8,...
Book Club At the End of the Universe
Book Club At the End of the Universe
Join as we discuss, The Running Man by Stephen King. This is an in person event and will take place in the meeting room at the lower level of the library.
4 events,
Wacky Wednesday – World Bird Sanctuary
Wacky Wednesday – World Bird Sanctuary
Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 10:30 am. Ages: Families Location: Kirkwood Performing Arts Center Join the library as we meet birds & learn about their habits in this exciting program!
Market Your Business Like an Ad Agency
Market Your Business Like an Ad Agency
Find out how to use FREE tools and resources that will enable you to make smart marketing and advertising decisions for your business. You’ll learn how to use library data resources like Simply Analytics, Statista, and other readily available sources to grow your business. Register below. Registration is recommended to...
Teen – Antisocial Social Hour
Teen – Antisocial Social Hour
Wednesday, June 4 at 3:00-5:00 pm. Ages 12-18 Want to enjoy your hobbies without the pressure to talk to others? Do you need company to be productive? Come parallel play with other teens! Bring your own activity or we’ll provide one for you. Socializing is encouraged, but definitely not...
2 events,
Books for Babies
Books for Babies
Thursday, June 5, 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!
SEO and Paid Ads Toolkit: Building your Business Digitally w/ Tim Valli
SEO and Paid Ads Toolkit: Building your Business Digitally w/ Tim Valli
Building a business is hard enough - your digital shouldn’t add to the struggle. We’ll go through our SEO and Paid Ads toolkit to lay a strong digital foundation for your business. Register below. Registration is recommended to keep up with any changes, but is required if you want the...
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National Donut Day
National Donut Day
Celebrate everyone's favorite circular sweet on National Donut Day! We'll sprinkle in a craft, play games & eat a treat. Age: 6-12 Time: 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm Date: Friday, June 6, 2025 Sign-up is required.
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Pinkalicious Party
Pinkalicious Party
Celebrate all things PINK! We’ll read Pinkalicious books, make wands, play games, enjoy pink drinks & pink treats! Age: 3-8 Time: 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm Date: Sunday, June 8, 2025 Sign-up is required.
4 events,
Teen – Teeny Tiny Art Show
June 9-13 - Create a tiny masterpiece in the Teen Room! Supplies will be provided, and artwork will be displayed on the chalk wall. June 16-20th - Your work will be on display. Ages 12-18.
At Home Family Book Club
At Home Family Book Club Kit. June 9, 2025. Ages 8-12 and family. The Girl Who Drank the Moon by Kelly Barnhill is the book for this month. You will be emailed about pick-up. Sign up required.
Card Game Nights: King’s Corner
Card Game Nights: King’s Corner
Come join KPL for a night of playing the card game King's Corner. All ages and skill levels are welcome! We will teach anyone who doesn’t know how to play. Registration required
2 events,
Baby Yoga
Baby Yoga
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. Sign-up Required Ages 0 -...
4 events,
Wacky Wednesday – Dino O’Dell
Wacky Wednesday – Dino O’Dell
Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 10:30 am. Ages: Families Location: Kirkwood Performing Arts Center Whether he’s counting monsters, fixing spaceships or swimming in peanut butter, Dino’s interactive songs and tall tales engage curiosity, inspire laughter and stir the imagination.
Unlock Your Business Vision: Crafting a Concise One-Page Plan Presented by the SBDC
Unlock Your Business Vision: Crafting a Concise One-Page Plan Presented by the SBDC
Are you ready to turn your business idea into an actionable plan? Join us for a hands-on workshop and learn how to create a powerful one-page business plan Why a One-Page Plan? Simplicity: Easy to understand and share. Focus: Highlights core aspects, preventing overwhelm. Flexibility: Adaptable as your business evolves....
Pandora’s Book Club
Pandora’s Book Club
Join us for a discussion of The Handmaid's Tale by Margaret Atwood. The group will be reading the graphic novel version of the book.
4 events,
Books for Babies
Books for Babies
Thursday, June 12, 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!
Colorful Craft Hour
Colorful Craft Hour
Come and make some colorful crafts with us to celebrate our summer reading theme of Color Our World! Sign-up Required Ages: 6 - 12 Date: Thursday, June12, 2025 Time: 3 - 4 PM
Good Yarns
Good Yarns
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.
2 events,
American Red Cross Blood Drive
American Red Cross Blood Drive
Please join the American Red Cross and donate blood! We will be hosting a blood drive on Friday June 13th from 10AM - 3PM in the lower level meeting room. Please make your appointment at the link below.
2 events,
Star Wars Camp
Star Wars Camp
Sign up for adventure in a galaxy far far away! Join us for a day of fun star wars themed activities! Sign-up Required Ages: 6 - 10 Date: Saturday, June 14, 2025 Time: 10:30 - 11:30 AM
Author Talk: Thomas Becker, Sergeant Becker: A Vietnam Story
Author Talk: Thomas Becker, Sergeant Becker: A Vietnam Story
Sergeant Thomas Becker will discuss his memoir. This is a true story set in 1968 and 1969, the height of the Vietnam War. This is a very personal story of an 82nd Airborne sergeant's two-year experience in the army. He wrote it so that you can get a glimpse of...
2 events,
Teen Writing Club
Teen Writing Club
Monday, June 16 at 7:00-8:30 pm. Ages 12 - 18 Whether you've been writing since you were young, or have never written before, this monthly meeting to creatively write in community with other teens will improve your storytelling & help you figure out what you want to write about! Each session...
1 event,
Baby Yoga
Baby Yoga
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. Sign-up Required Ages 0 -...
3 events,
Wacky Wednesday – Celia
Wacky Wednesday – Celia
Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 10:30 am. Ages: Families Location: Kirkwood Performing Arts Center Party on with Celia and her amazing musical instruments! Wear your dancing shoes to this all-ages party because Celia will rock your socks off!
Teen Advisory Board
Teen Advisory Board
Wednesday, June 18 at 7:00-8:00 pm. Teen Advisory Board: 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...
2 events,
Community for Understanding and Hope Book Group
Community for Understanding and Hope Book Group
This month's book club falls on a library holiday. The Book Club will take place at Mudd's Grove, The Kirkwood Historical Society: 302 W Argonne Dr, Kirkwood, MO 63122 Our book this month is On Juneteenth by Annette Gordon-Reed. Copies of this title can be found at the Kirkwood Public Library. Check...
2 events,
Children’s Coloring Club
Children’s Coloring Club
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...
Longest Day Library Dance Party
Longest Day Library Dance Party
Come celebrate the longest day of the year! Friday June 20th from 2-3pm! An event in which everyone has a reason to dance! There will be: DANCING! (non-critical/non-judgmental movements in a safe place) a table to make resolution/intention ribbons to dance with, DJ spinning all the favs, bring your tambourines...
2 events,
Creating Cartoon Characters with Will Stuck
Creating Cartoon Characters with Will Stuck
Learn a few helpful tips and tricks for drawing cartoons with Will Stuck. All supplies provided. Sign-up Required Ages: 6 - 12 Date: Saturday, June 21, 2025 Time: 10:00 - 11:00 AM This project is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the...
Stuffed Animal Adoption
Stuffed Animal Adoption
It's a SURPRISE! Families can join us for an Animal Adoption Party. Children 12 and under will select a mystery mini stuffed animal to adopt, then personalize their pets, designing a collar and decorating a pet carrier. Kids can also take their pets to a groomer and vet, have a...
1 event,
Open-Mic Poetry and more!
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.
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Baby Yoga
Baby Yoga
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. Sign-up Required Ages 0 -...
4 events,
Wacky Wednesday – Tommy Terrific’s Wacky Magic
Wacky Wednesday – Tommy Terrific’s Wacky Magic
Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 10:30 am. Ages: Families Location: Kirkwood Performing Arts Center Have a magical time with Tommy Terrific, while everyone helps him perform magic tricks.
Virtual Startup Office Hours: Get Expert Advice for Your New Business
Virtual Startup Office Hours: Get Expert Advice for Your New Business
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...
Teen – Cooking Classes with MU Extension
Teen – Cooking Classes with MU Extension
Join us for a hands-on, interactive cooking class for teens! Learn food safety, basic cooking skills, and healthy eating tips during a 30-minute nutrition lesson, followed by creating a healthy recipe. Class will be led by a trained nutrition and health specialist with the University of Missouri Extension. This project...
4 events,
First Art at Home
First Art at Home June 26, 2025. 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...
Playtime for Little Ones
Playtime for Little Ones
Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 9:30 am. Age 6 months - 2 years. Meet friends at Playtime for Little Ones, with sensory activities, play stations and more geared to your 6 month-2 year old.
Toddler Drive in Movie
Toddler Drive in Movie
VROOM VROOM! Your family will make a cardboard box car then watch a short film. You will make one car per family. Age: Families with 2-6 year olds Time: 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm Date: Thursday, June 26, 2025
Author Talk: Caitlin Yager, Small Town Missouri: Legends, Lore, & Attractions in the Show-Me State
Author Talk: Caitlin Yager, Small Town Missouri: Legends, Lore, & Attractions in the Show-Me State
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...
2 events,
Memory Cafe: Take Me Out to the Ballpark
Memory Cafe: Take Me Out to the Ballpark
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...
Teen Pride Party
Teen Pride Party
Friday, June 27 at 3:00-4:00 pm. Let's Party and celebrate all things PRIDE! Join us to meet new friends, have some snacks, and just hang out. Ages 12 - 18
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Author Talk: Anne Heinrich, The Women of Paradise County series
Author Talk: Anne Heinrich, The Women of Paradise County series
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....
2 events,
Upcycled Initial Art
Upcycled Initial Art
Monday, June 30, 2025 at 4:00 pm. Age 6 - 12 With a focus on upcycling, we'll get creative and crafty!
1 event,
Book Club At the End of the Universe
Book Club At the End of the Universe
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.
2 events,
Wacky Wednesday – Sherry Norfolk
Wacky Wednesday – Sherry Norfolk
Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 10:30 am. Ages: Families Location: Kirkwood Performing Arts Center Join dynamic storyteller Sherry Norfolk as she shares highly interactive folktales, literary stories, songs, rhythms and rhymes that color the world with music in many forms – singing, dancing and rhythm!
Teen – Antisocial Social Hour
Teen – Antisocial Social Hour
Wednesday, July 2 at 3:00-5:00 pm. Ages 12-18 Want to enjoy your hobbies without the pressure to talk to others? Do you need company to be productive? Come parallel play with other teens! Bring your own activity or we’ll provide one for you. Socializing is encouraged, but definitely not...
1 event,
Books for Babies
Books for Babies
Thursday, July 3, 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!
