Kirkwood Public Library

Memory Café: Have Harmonica, Will Travel
2026-04-24 10:30 - 11:30 (America/Chicago)
This is the theme of the Gateway Harmonica Club and they will be traveling to Kirkwood for the April memory cafe. They will be performing from the repertoire and it is sure to be an enjoyable time. The library will provide harmonicas to take home (1 per couple) for those who register online at least 10 days in advance. Our memory cafes are designed for those who experience memory loss and their care partners to join others who are going through similar experiences to create moments of joy. Registration is preferred by not required

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.

Oreo Tasting
2026-04-25 14:00 - 15:00
Show up hungry and experience a blind tasting of a variety of Oreo flavors!
Age: 10 to 14 years Time: 2 – 3 pm
Date: Saturday, Apr. 25, 2026

Sign-up is required.

Open-Mic Poetry and more!
2026-04-26 14:00 - 16:00
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.

Storytime
2026-04-27 10:30 - 11:15
Monday, April 27, 2026. Ages 2-5 years Join us for storytime geared to ages 2-5.

Baby Yoga
2026-04-28 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, April 28 @ 9:30 am

The Amblin’ Audiobook Club
2026-04-28 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.

Virtual Startup Office Hours: Get Expert Advice for Your New Business
2026-04-29 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.

Pop Culture Trivia
2026-04-29 19:00 - 20:00
Are you a walking encyclopedia for all things entertainment? Do you pride yourself on knowing the names and order of Kris Jenner’s Offspring? Have you binged every hit series on Netflix? If you answered yes to any (or all) of those questions then prove you are a bona fide pop culture trivia whiz. Registration Required.

Books for Babies
2026-04-30 09:30 - 10:00
Thursday, April 30, 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
2026-04-30 16:00 - 17:00
Pokemon Club April 30, 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.

Silly Debate Night
2026-04-30 18:00 - 19:00
Thursday, April 30 at 6 PM.
Ages:12-18
Join us to address the most pressing non-issues of our time. Be prepared for passionate arguments, questionable logic, and the possibility that we won’t actually decide anything.
Sign-up recommended.

Book Club At the End of the Universe
2026-05-05 19:00 - 20:00
Join as we discuss, Gods of Jade and Shadow by Silvia Moreno-Garcia. This is an in person event and will take place in the meeting room at the lower level of the library.

One Author, One Kirkwood with Kashana Cauley
2026-05-06 19:00 - 20:30
Join us for a special evening with acclaimed author and television writer Kashana Cauley, the featured guest for this year’s One Author, One Kirkwood community read. Cauley will discuss her newest novel, The Payback, a sharp and entertaining story that has earned widespread praise since its publication in July 2025. The novel was named one of NPR and Electric Literature’s Best Books of the Year and was also recognized as a Best Book of Summer 2025 by outlets including the Boston Globe, Vanity Fair, and Publishers Weekly, as well as an New York Times Editor’s Choice.

Cauley is also the author of The Survivalists, published in 2023 and named a Best Book of the Year by the BBC, the Today Show, Vogue, and many others. In addition to her fiction, she is an accomplished television writer who has written for The Great North, Pod Save America on HBO, and The Daily Show with Trevor Noah. Her essays and commentary have appeared in major publications such as The Atlantic, Esquire, The New Yorker, Pitchfork, Rolling Stone, and the New York Times, where she was previously a contributing opinion writer.

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear Cauley talk about her writing, career, and the ideas behind her work. Whether you’ve read The Payback or The Survivalists, discovered her through her essays or television writing, or are simply looking to learn more about today’s most exciting voices in fiction, this event is a chance to engage with a dynamic storyteller and join the community conversations around this year’s One Author, One Kirkwood selection.

Limited quantities of Kashana Cauley’s latest book, The Payback, will be available for attendees on a first come, first serve basis.

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Reader's Circle Book Club
2026-05-07 13:00 - 14:00
This Month’s book is Horse by Geraldine Brooks.

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.

Ready for Anything: A Guide to Emergency Preparedness
2026-05-08 14:00 - 15:00 | Kirkwood Public Library @ 140 E Jefferson Ave, St. Louis, MO 63122
Be prepared, not panicked. Join representatives from the St. Louis County Office of Emergency Management for Ready for Anything: A Guide to Emergency Preparedness. This informative program will walk you through practical steps to stay safe before, during, and after an emergency. Learn how to build effective emergency kits (for home and car), create a personalized plan, and understand special considerations for families, pets, and unique needs. We’ll also cover 12 key ways to prepare, how to stay informed during a crisis, and the vital role the Office of Emergency Management plays in keeping our community safe.
Register below to receive reminders or get notified of changes.

Plant MD
2026-05-09 12:00 - 13:00
Worried you don’t have the green thumb? Hesitant to start a garden? Can’t seem to keep your indoor plant healthy and thriving? Stop by the Plant MD table in the lobby of the Kirkwood Public Library! Volunteers from the St. Louis Horticultural Society will be here to answer any gardening or houseplant questions!

First Impact Keeping Your Teen Driver Safe-Keep
2026-05-09 13:30 - 15:00
Parents with their teen drivers are welcome to participate in the “First Impact – Keeping your Teen Driver Safe” presentation. This informative 60-90-minute session is offered free of charge and is designed to assist parents in mentoring and supporting their novice drivers through the pre-permit and license process while also gaining insights into the Graduated Driver’s License (GDL) law. Sign-up required. Use QRcode below or click image below – to sign-up.
Location: Kirkwood Public Library

Library Closed for Mother's Day
2026-05-10 00:00 - 23:59

Author Talk: Bill Clevlen, Presidential Road Trips: 100 Places To Experience The History of American Presidents
2026-05-11 19:00 - 20:00
Get ready to hit the road and discover 100 places where American presidents made history! From the birthplace of George Washington to the train depot where Jimmy Carter launched his presidential campaign, this fun travel guide will help you plan an unforgettable American history lesson! Explore the homes where future presidents spent their formative years and the retreats where they relaxed, entertained, and made consequential decisions. This ultimate presidential road trip includes mansions, museums, grave sites, monuments, memorials, historic landmarks, and more!

Baby Yoga
2026-05-12 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, May 12 @ 9:30 am

Pandora's Book Club
2026-05-13 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

Good Yarns
2026-05-14 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.

Baby Yoga
2026-05-19 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, May 19 @ 9:30 am

Mystery Readers Book Club
2026-05-20 14:00 - 15:00
The list below are the books we will be discussing every month between May – August 2026. We meet on the third Wednesday of every month at 2 pm.

May 20 The Postscripts Murders by Elly Griffiths

June 17 This is Not a Game by Kelly Mullen

July 15 The Grave Tattoo by Val McDermid

August 19 The Librarians by Sherry Thomas

Community for Understanding and Hope Book Group
2026-05-21 19:00 - 20:30
This month we are reading We Are Not Like Them by Christine Pride and Jo Piazza

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.

Playdoh Friday
2026-05-22 10:00 - 11:00
Smoosh, roll, squeeze and create with play-doh!
Sign-up recommended but not required.

Ages 2 – 5 years

Time: 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Date: Friday, May 22, 2026

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

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 not required but preferred.Registration is helpful but not required.
