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Chef Banana’s Magic Show

Be prepared to laugh out loud and go “bananas” while watching Chef Banana’s entertaining magic show! Online registration required.

Wednesday, July 8, 10:30 AM

Virtual First Art

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. Posted on Facebook and Instagram.

Thursday, July 9, 10 AM

World Bird Sanctuary - Creatures of Myth and Legend

Animals and birds are a major part of different legends - learn more about these legends and the animals that inspired them! Online registration required.

Saturday, July 11, 10:30 AM

Virtual Storytimes

Join us on Facebook or Instagram every Sunday and Tuesday for a new virtual storytime geared to children ages 2-5.

Sundays & Tuesdays

We are happy to announce that we now offer contact-free Curbside Pickup! Lots of items are ready but there is a backlog so we ask for your patience as we resume services. All requested items currently on hold will remain so through June 15.

More Information

Library Update

Until further notice, the Kirkwood Public Library is Closed for Public Health Concerns. See below for links to Library resources you can access from home. For future updates stay tuned to our website, social media and sign up for our email newsletter.

UPDATE: The Library is still closed for regular visits, but patrons are able to utilize our Curbside Pickup service to obtain materials they have on hold and can make an appointment to use a computer.

Resources for Children

At Home Learning Resources

Browse our list of online At Home Learning resources derived from local and national organizations.

1000 Books Before Kindergarten

For children birth to entering Kindergarten. Sign up, read & win prizes.

OverDrive Kids Reading Room

Access OverDrive’s collection of materials for youth through the Kids Reading Room.

Tumblebooks

Enjoy hundreds of books, videos and read-alongs from multiple genres of children’s literature.

Playaways Launchpads

Kids Book Club Kits

Each Juvenile Book Club Kit contains multiple copies of a book for hosting your own book club.

Early Literacy iPad Kits

Preschool Learning Kits

Family Kits

Baby Kits

Parent Power Kits

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