Storytime
Join us for storytime geared to ages 2-5.
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Learn More
Join us for storytime geared to ages 2-5.
Storybook Theatre - Acting Class For Grades K-5. Act It Out: This fun introductory course is a hands-on learning experience where students will explore the foundational elements of the theatre through story. Students will engage in imaginative and creative play-acting through the use of making up their own storybook...
Mad Science will wow you by bringing together two seemingly opposing forces: Fire and Ice! Experience a flash of fire together in the same show as kids experience the chill of dry ice! Location: Kirkwood Public Library Meeting Room Age: All Ages.
Age 6 months to 2 years.Join us for a story, play stations, and the opportunity to meet other families.
For Families. Listen to stories about the importance of pollinators, and how to attract them to your yard with native wildflowers. Then start your pollinator garden by making seed balls that will unleash seeds to grow in your yard. Finally, learn about the proper sunlight and moisture that different Missouri...
At Home Family Book Club Kit. June 12, 2023. Ages 8-12 and family. Family Book Club Kits will include a copy of the book and some discussion questions as well as a few treats. Members of your family can read the book and share ideas and discuss at home. Miss Quinces by Kat...
Join us for storytime geared to ages 2-5.
Reading Buddies Children entering grades 1-4 may apply to participate in KPL's Summer Reading Buddies program which pairs them with teen volunteers for one-on-one reading time over eight weekly sessions throughout the summer. Submitting an application does not guarantee a spot in the program. We make every attempt to accommodate...
Storybook Theatre - Acting Class June 13, 2023. Time: 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm. Entering Grades K-5. Act It Out: This fun introductory course is a hands-on learning experience where students will explore the foundational elements of the theatre through story. Students will engage in imaginative and creative play-acting through the use...
Seating Limited. Please arrive early to get a paper ticket. Be prepared to laugh out loud and go “bananas” while watching Chef Banana’s entertaining magic show. Location: Kirkwood Public Library Meeting Room Age: All Ages.
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!
For Families. VROOM VROOM! Your family will make a cardboard box car then watch a short film. You will make one car per family. Age: Families with 2-6 year olds. Time: 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm. Date: June 15, 2023.
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Group 2: Youth Services Event Volunteer: This is perfect for someone that wants to help us put on events for kids and teens! Duties include program preparation, helping at specific events such as storytime, and assisting during library programs with staff.
Group 3: Behind the Scenes Volunteer: A fit if you enjoy independent projects like shelving books, helping us keep the room inviting and tidy, refilling book displays, helping with behind the scenes Summer Reading prep including couponing, supply preparation, and more!
Group 4: Office Assistant: Work in the library admin office on light clerical duties such as scanning and stickering books. Great if you want some office/organizing experience!
Group 5: Mural Project: Help us design a library mural on the outside fence. If you love creative projects, painting and teamwork, this group is for you!
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The Kirkwood Public Library maintains a meeting room for Library sponsored programs consistent with its mission “to inspire a lifelong commitment to learning and creativity, for a more prosperous and connected community.” The Kirkwood Public Library welcomes outside organizations or individuals interested in presenting at the Library. Events must be offered virtually and may be done so at the discretion of library managers. This selection will be based on public service needs and other activities scheduled.