Black St. Louis explores the rich and inspiring history of African Americans in St. Louis from the city’s founding as a French fur trading post during the Spanish colonial era to the new millennium. Authors Calvin Riley and NiNi Harris highlight great figures who showed leadership, incredible innovation, and courage...
Join us for a discussion of The Second Murderer by Denise MinaThis meeting will take place in person at the library. Masks are recommended for this in person event.
Hot 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! This month’s selection is The Violin Conspiracy by Brendan Slocumb. In the quest to transform the Kirkwood area into a prejudice-free community...
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...
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. Registration is required in order to attend. Use the form below to register.
Are you concerned about the ongoing loss of attainable housing in Kirkwood? This presentation gives the highlights of the 2023 housing study conducted by the City of Kirkwood and includes potential solutions. We will explain how this could affect you, your family, and the Kirkwood community as a whole. This discussion...
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...
Do you know what next steps to take so you can retire? We can help. Join us for 5 Keys to Retiring Fearlessly, a free workshop with insights to help you achieve your retirement goals, by answering the following questions: Will I have enough to retire? Will my retirement income...
Join us as we discuss The Road to Roswell by Connie Willis This event takes place on Zoom. Please enter your email to receive the Zoom link for the event. The Zoom link will be emailed to you an hour before the event starts.
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.
THE SPACE RACE weaves together the stories of Black astronauts seeking to break the bonds of social injustice to reach for the stars, including Guion Bluford, Ed Dwight and Charles Bolden, among many others. The story of African Americans at NASA is a tale of world events colliding with the...
Tap into your creative side with a fun Valentine’s Day themed sip and paint event on February 11th! Instructions will be provided to help you create your own unique piece of art, while you sip on some sparkling cider or grape juice. Registration is required in order to attend. Please...
