Kirkwood Public Library

Playdoh Friday-Sign-up Required
2026-05-22 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago)
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, May 22, 2026

Photos and videos may be taken during this program to highlight library events and share our library’s story. By participating, you consent to Kirkwood Public Library using these images in print and digital materials, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed, please let a staff member know when you arrive.

Game Day: Crossword Puzzle Races
2026-05-23 14:00 - 15:00
Get your game on at KPL! On this game day, we will be doing Crossword Puzzle Races. This is an adult event and registration is not required.

Library Closed for Memorial Day
2026-05-24 00:00 - 2026-05-25 23:59

Yoga with Grace-Sign-up Required
2026-05-26 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 – 4 years
Tuesday, May 26 @ 9:30 am

Photos and videos may be taken during this program to highlight library events and share our library’s story. By participating, you consent to Kirkwood Public Library using these images in print and digital materials, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed, please let a staff member know when you arrive.

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.

The Amblin’ Audiobook Club
2026-05-26 12:00 - 13:00
Step outside, stretch your legs, and enjoy the story you’re already listening to! Join us for a relaxed 30-minute walk over the lunch hour. We’ll meet at the Library (140 E. Jefferson Ave) and head out together—everyone brings their own audiobook, podcast, or whatever they’re currently enjoying. No assigned reading, no pressure, just fresh air, light movement, and good company.

We’ll leave promptly at 12:15 and be back at 12:45.

This club will take place the last Tuesday of the Month April – October. If it rains, the event will be canceled that month. Register for updates and reminders.

Books for Babies
2026-05-28 09:30 - 10:00
Thursday, May 28, 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!

Applied Leadership Pathways: Present with Power
2026-05-28 18:00 - 19:00 | Kirkwood Public Library @ 140 E Jefferson Ave, St. Louis, MO 63122
Great leaders know how to captivate a room and communicate ideas that inspire action. In this session, learn techniques to craft impactful presentations that engage your audience, tell a compelling story, and leave a lasting impression. From structuring your message to delivering it with confidence and authenticity, discover how to present with clarity, purpose, and power. Presented by Scott Chadwick.
Applied Leadership Pathways (ALPS) speaker sessions are open to the public. No registration required, just show up. Learn More about the ALPS Program.

Memory Café: An Irish Morning with Guest Artist Eimear Arkins
2026-05-29 10:30 - 11:30
Eimear Arkins is an award winning Irish singer, fiddle player and dancer from the West of Ireland, who has performed in several countries and will bring her talents to our memory cafe. Thank you to the Missouri Arts Council for facilitating this one of a kind experience. Registration is helpful but not required.

Winnie the Pooh and KPL Too! A 100th Birthday Celebration.-Sign-up Required
2026-05-29 14:00 - 15:00
Sign-up Required
You are cordially invited to help us celebrate with party games, crafts & cupcakes!

All Ages
Friday, May 29 @ 2 pm

Photos and videos may be taken during this program to highlight library events and share our library’s story. By participating, you consent to Kirkwood Public Library using these images in print and digital materials, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed, please let a staff member know when you arrive.

Winnie the Pooh and KPL Too! A 100th Birthday Celebration. Session 2 3:30-4:30 PM Registration Required
2026-05-29 15:30 - 16:30
Sign-up Required. Register each child separately.
You are cordially invited to help us celebrate with party games, crafts & cupcakes!

All Ages
Friday, May 29 @ 3:30 pm

Photos and videos may be taken during this program to highlight library events and share our library’s story. By participating, you consent to Kirkwood Public Library using these images in print and digital materials, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed, please let a staff member know when you arrive.

Life Drawing (Non-instructional)
2026-05-31 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
2026-06-01 10:30 - 11:15
Monday, June 1, 2026. Ages 2-5 years Join us for storytime geared to ages 2-5.
Photos and videos may be taken during this program to highlight library events and share our library’s story. By participating, you consent to Kirkwood Public Library using these images in print and digital materials, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed, please let a staff member know when you arrive.

Yoga with Grace-Registration Required
2026-06-02 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 – 4 years
Tuesday, June 2 @ 9:30 am

Photos and videos may be taken during this program to highlight library events and share our library’s story. By participating, you consent to Kirkwood Public Library using these images in print and digital materials, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed, please let a staff member know when you arrive.

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.

Market Your Business Like an Ad Agency with SCORE
2026-06-02 12:00 - 13:00 | Kirkwood Public Library @ 140 E Jefferson Ave, St. Louis, MO 63122
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, Reference Solutions, and other readily available sources to grow your business.

Book Club At the End of the Universe
2026-06-02 19:00 - 20:00
Join as we discuss, A Big Ship at the Edge of the Universe by Alex White. This is an in person event and will take place in the meeting room at the lower level of the library.

Wacky Wednesday - Babaloo
2026-06-03 10:30 - 11:15
Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 10:30 am.
Wacky Wednesdays at Kirkwood Performing Arts Center.
One man, one guitar, and a whole lot of fun! Babaloo, the award-winning kids’ musician is bringing bubbles, bean bags, giant balloons, beatboxing, bucket-drumming, and a bunch of wacky songs.
Photos and videos may be taken during this program to highlight library events and share our library’s story. By participating, you consent to Kirkwood Public Library using these images in print and digital materials, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed, please let a staff member when when you arrive.

Book Bingo
2026-06-03 19:00 - 20:00
Book Bingo

It’s simple: play bingo, have a blast, and walk away with some amazing bookish prizes. Whether you’re a speed-reader or just looking for a fun night out, there’s a seat (and a bingo card) waiting for you!

Books for Babies
2026-06-04 09:30 - 10:00
Thursday, June 4, 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!
Photos and videos may be taken during this program to highlight library events and share our library’s story. By participating, you consent to Kirkwood Public Library using these images in print and digital materials, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed, please let a staff member when when you arrive.

The Un-Book Club
2026-06-04 18:30 - 20:30
Like to talk about what you’re reading with other people, but don’t have time to join a monthly book group? Want to tell everyone about the best series on TV or the most interesting podcast you found? Looking for something new to read? Come to the library and find your next favorite thing! Registration recommended, but not required

DIY Rocket Challenge-Registration Required
2026-06-05 10:00 - 11:00
Put your engineering skills to use: Use every-day supplies to make your own rubber-band-powered foam rocket, then test your launch skills.

Sign-up Required.
Ages: 8-12

Date: Friday, June 5, 2026
Time: 10 – 11 AM

Photos and videos may be taken during this program to highlight library events and share our library’s story. By participating, you consent to Kirkwood Public Library using these images in print and digital materials, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed, please let a staff member know when you arrive.

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.

Lego Print Art
2026-06-06 13:00 - 15:00
Saturday, June 6, 2026. Ages 7-12 years
Time: 1:00 – 3:00 PM
Drop in to make Lego Prints! Attendees will use Lego Dots to create patterns, designs, and pictures that we can print again and again! Simple shapes like squares, and circles will come together to make our image! Then, we use ink stamps to add color to the plate! Next, our specially sized printmaking press will print the ink onto paper, and create a copy of your unique creations!
Photos and videos may be taken during this program to highlight library events and share our library’s story. By participating, you consent to Kirkwood Public Library using these images in print and digital materials, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed, please let a staff member know when when you arrive.

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.

Grow a Grass Caterpillar-Registration Required
2026-06-07 14:00 - 15:00
Grow your own Grass Caterpillar. Location: Kirkwood Library Meeting Room.
June 7, 2026 Time: 2-3 pm Ages: 4-6 Sign-up Required.
Photos and videos may be taken during this program to highlight library events and share our library’s story. By participating, you consent to Kirkwood Public Library using these images in print and digital materials, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed, please let a staff member know when you arrive.

At Home Family Book Club-Registration Required
2026-06-08 00:00 - 23:59
At Home Family Book Club Kit. June 8, 2026. Ages 8-12 and family.
Registration Required Ferris by Kate DiCamillo is the book for this month. You will be emailed about pick-up. Sign up required.

Storytime
2026-06-08 10:30 - 11:15
Monday, June 8, 2026. Ages 2-5 years Join us for storytime geared to ages 2-5.
Photos and videos may be taken during this program to highlight library events and share our library’s story. By participating, you consent to Kirkwood Public Library using these images in print and digital materials, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed, please let a staff member know when you arrive.

Little Blue Truck Party-Registration Required
2026-06-08 15:30 - 16:30
Join everyone’s favorite truck for a storytime featuring Little Blue Truck’s adventures, followed by themed activities, games and a special snack! There will also be a special photo op.
Sign-up Required
Ages: 2-5 plus guardian

Date: Monday, June 8, 2026
Time: 3:30 PM

Photos and videos may be taken during this program to highlight library events and share our library’s story. By participating, you consent to Kirkwood Public Library using these images in print and digital materials, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed, please let a staff member know when you arrive.

Wacky Wednesday - Marko Polo
2026-06-10 10:30 - 11:15
Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 10:30 am.
Wacky Wednesdays at Kirkwood Performing Arts Center.
Get ready to sing and stomp, wiggle and giggle. It’s Marko Polo Music!
Photos and videos may be taken during this program to highlight library events and share our library’s story. By participating, you consent to Kirkwood Public Library using these images in print and digital materials, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed, please let a staff member know when you arrive.

Turn Your Creative Hobby Into a Business presented with the SBDC
2026-06-10 13:00 - 14:30 | Kirkwood Public Library @ 140 E Jefferson Ave, St. Louis, MO 63122
Learn how to transform your creative passion into a profitable business. This introductory session covers the basics of getting started, from validating your idea to taking your first steps toward selling your work.
Register below to get a reminder or in case of changes. Registration is required for those wanting the zoom link. Use the form below to register.

Pandora's Book Club
2026-06-10 19:00 - 20:00
The list below are the books we will be discussing every month between May to August. We meet on the second Wednesday of every month at 7 pm.

May 13 The Payback by Kashana Cualey

June 10 The New Kid by Jerry Craft

July 8 Cinderella is Dead by Kaylynn Bayron

August 12 Water for Elephants by Sara Gruen

Books for Babies
2026-06-11 09:30 - 10:00
Thursday, June 11, 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!
Photos and videos may be taken during this program to highlight library events and share our library’s story. By participating, you consent to Kirkwood Public Library using these images in print and digital materials, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed, please let a staff member know when you arrive.

Ukulele Class w/ Uke 66-Registration Required
2026-06-11 11:00 - 12:30
Come learn the ukulele from Rick and Karen of Uke 66. There is no prior experience required for this workshop. You will learn the basics of handling, tuning, strumming, and playing chords that are fundamental to the songs people love to sing together. Ukulele’s will be provided.
Registration Required

June 11, 2026 at 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
Ages: 10-18

Photos and videos may be taken during this program to highlight library events and share our library’s story. By participating, you consent to Kirkwood Public Library using these images in print and digital materials, including social media. If you prefer not to be photographed, please let a staff member know when you arrive.

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.
