Adult Craft: Spring Gnome Door Hanging
2026-02-25 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago)
We will create a Spring Gnome door decoration. Please only sign up one time.

Memory Café: Nourish Your Brain
2026-02-27 10:30 - 11:30
Discover how food choices can support brain health in this engaging session for individuals with memory loss and their caregivers. Together we’ll explore simple nutrition tips and watch a live cooking demonstration featuring a brain-boosting recipe. Participants will leave with practical ideas and a recipe to enjoy at home, nourishing both memory and well-being. 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.

Chess for Beginners
2026-02-28 14:00 - 15:00
Looking to try out chess in a welcoming, judgment-free environment? Come learn and play with other beginners! This event offers an engaging and social setting to both learn the rules and practice against other casual players. All skill levels are welcome–there will be unranked, open play, and chess rule sheets will be provided. Registration is requested but not required

Storytime
2026-03-02 10:30 - 11:15
Monday, March 2, 2026. Ages 2-5 years Join us for storytime geared to ages 2-5.

Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia
2026-03-03 10:30 - 11:30
Alzheimer’s is not normal aging. It is a disease of the brain that causes problems with memory, thinking and behavior. Learn about the impact of Alzheimer’s; the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia; Alzheimer’s stages and risk factors; current research and treatment options; and Alzheimer’s Association resources. Registration is not required but preferred.

Virtual Program: Growing & Funding Your Business with SCORE
2026-03-03 12:00 - 13:00 | Kirkwood Public Library @ 140 E Jefferson Ave, St. Louis, MO 63122
A look at how to grow and funding businesses in the St. Louis area. Will talk about grants, the St. Louis ecosystem and what’s available, and readily accessible resources. This session will be recorded.
Registration is required for those wanting the zoom link, this is a virtual only program. Use the form below to register.

Book Club At the End of the Universe
2026-03-03 19:00 - 20:00
Join as we discuss, The Ministry of Time by Kaliane Bradley. This is an in person event and will take place in the meeting room at the lower level of the library.

Reader's Circle Book Club
2026-03-05 13:00 - 14:00
This Month’s book is The Measure by Nikki Erlick.

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.

The Un-Book Club
2026-03-05 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.

Getting Started with Ancestry Library Edition
2026-03-08 14:00 - 16:00
Make an appointment to have one-on-one instruction from a reference librarian on how to get started using Ancestry.com Library Edition, including tips and tricks on how to evaluate records. Please bring any information you have about one grandparent or great-grandparent that you’d like to know more about, so we can start you on your journey. (Appointments will be canceled and not rescheduled if the library is closed due to inclement weather.)

Storytime
2026-03-09 10:30 - 11:15
Monday, March 9, 2026. Ages 2-5 years Join us for storytime geared to ages 2-5.

AI Basics for your Start Up Businesses presented with the SBDC
2026-03-11 13:00 - 14:00 | Kirkwood Public Library @ 140 E Jefferson Ave, St. Louis, MO 63122
How to leverage AI for your new business. What resources exist today, that didn’t exist even a few years ago. How can AI assist with your marketing, social media presence and project management?
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
2026-03-11 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

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.

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!

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.

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

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 13:00 - 15:00
Calling all jigsaw puzzle enthusiasts! Bring your gently used or new puzzles to exchange with other jigsaw puzzle fans between 1-3 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Alzheimer’s Association - Empowered Caregiver: Building Foundations of Caregiving and Supporting Independence
2026-03-31 10:30 - 11:30
Caring for someone living with dementia brings a unique set of challenges and rewards. With the right support, you can empower yourself to provide quality care to the person living with dementia while managing your own well-being. Join us to learn about caregiving and common relationship changes, how to build your support team and ways to manage caregiver stress. You will also learn how to support independence for someone living with dementia, while balancing safety and expectations. This is a 90 minute program. This is part 1 of a 2 part series. Registration is requested but 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.

Virtual Legal Clinic for Small Businesses
2026-04-02 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.

Library Closed for Easter Sunday
2026-04-05 00:00 - 23:59

Storytime
2026-04-06 10:30 - 11:15
Monday, April 6, 2026. Ages 2-5 years Join us for storytime geared to ages 2-5.
