Playtime for Little Ones
Age 6 months to 2 years.Join us for a story, play stations, and the opportunity to meet other families.
9:00 AM – 9:00 PM Learn More
Age 6 months to 2 years.Join us for a story, play stations, and the opportunity to meet other families.
Learn to make pasta from scratch just like Nona! We will learn start to finish pasta making. We will make classic egg pasta and a potato gnocchi. Along with the basic of sauce making: Alfredo and a Roasted Balsamic Marinara Registration is Required. This class is capped at 15...
Join us virtually (by phone or computer) for a book discussion! This month's meeting will be the book Abolishing State Violence: A World Beyond Bombs, Borders, and Cages by Ray Acheson In a quest to transform the Kirkwood area into a prejudice-free community of highly respectful individuals, CFUH initiates ongoing...
Age 6 months to 2.5 years. Let your little one explore the wonders of water outside on the KPL lawn! Activity stations will be set up to encourage your baby's exploration and learning through sensory splashes, bubbles and waves! Dress to get wet.
Homemade Corn Tortillas, chicken and jackfruit tacos with a tomatillo salsa, queso fundido dip with tortilla chips, and a watermelon agua fresca. Learn the about different chilis, and leave with your own taco seasoning. Age: 12-18. Time: 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Date: July 22, 2023. Sign-up is required.
Join us for storytime geared to ages 2-5.
Monday, July 24 at 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Ages 12-18. Come learn new board games or play games you know and love, librarians will be ready to help you learn if you don't know how to play. Sign-up not required.
Storybook Theatre - Acting Class July 25, 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. How does an animal survive in the wild? Come and learn about what adaptations animals have. Location: Kirkwood Public Library Meeting Room. Age: All Ages
Create beautiful Sharpie dyed tile coasters. Each one turns into a unique piece of artwork! Space is limited Registration Required
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!
Thursday, July 27 at 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm. Ages 12-18. Looking for your next great read? Go on a "mini date" with different YA books during our Teen Book Speed Dating event. Take notes on your first impressions, read the first few pages, and rate it. Enjoy light refreshments while deciding...
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.