Books for Babies
Thursday, October 12, 2023 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!
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Thursday, October 12, 2023 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!
If you knit, crochet, cross stitch, embroider, or do any other fiber crafts, unwind at our Tuesday night 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.
This year’s annual One Author One Kirkwood author is Morgan Talty! Morgan Talty is a citizen of the Penobscot Indian Nation where he grew up. Named one of Narrative’s “30 Below 30,” Talty’s work has appeared in The Georgia Review, Shenandoah, TriQuarterly, Narrative Magazine, LitHub, and elsewhere. He lives in...
Eileen Spinner, bereavement specialist and coordinator of the Lumina Life Review program will be here to discuss end of life review activities that can be done by seniors or family members of seniors making end of life arrangements. End of life reviews can be a meaningful and creative way to...
Mound City Chronicle is more than a series of images of St. Louis. It is testament to a path made through the city at this moment; a path meant to investigate my place and my impact here, and the history of those things (like the Mississippi River, cultural forces claim,...
Photography with professional photographer, Mary Butkus. Learn new techniques to up your photo game. Instruction in basic photo methods that can be used with a cell phone or digital camera. After discussion, participants will use the learned tips as they do a photo study of the KPL. Photos will be...
October 15 - October 21, 2023 Ages 12-18. Come to the teen room each month to make a new craft. This month make Nightmare Toys.
Sunday, October 15 at 2:30-4:00 pm. Teen Advisory Board: We are a group of teens (ages 12-18) who share ideas for teen programs, teen room activities, teen games, and of course, books. We always include a fun activity and treats at each of our monthly gatherings. We meet the first...
Monday, October 16, 2023. Ages 2-5 years Join us for storytime geared to ages 2-5.
Learn how to create amazing graphics, social media posts, and even flyers using Canva. This is a hands-on program that will walk you through the basics of Canva. Registrations required.
Loaded Topics Monday, October 16, 2023. 7:00-8:00 PM Loaded Topics Many of us have scarring memories from when our parents sat us down for serious talks. Now that we're parents, we know that we want to do things differently, but we're just not sure how. In this session,...
Join us for a discussion of Fallen by Linda Castillo. This meeting will take place in person at the library. Masks are recommended for this in person event.
The Library will be closed on Sunday, September 1st and Monday, September 2nd in honor of Labor Day.
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PARDON OUR DIRT : The front lawn of the library is under construction. At this time, access to the library is through the front ramp only.
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.