Reader’s Circle Book Club
Join us for a discussion of Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus. For questions, email Anne Lund Hensley at annelundhensley@gmail.com.
9:00 AM – 9:00 PM Learn More
Join us for a discussion of Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus. For questions, email Anne Lund Hensley at annelundhensley@gmail.com.
The Kirkwood Public Library & the Kirkwood Human Rights Commission will once again co-host a program featuring author Bobby Bostic. Bostic, who was sentenced to 241 years in prison in 1997 for non-homicide offenses which he committed in St. Louis when he was 16, was paroled in November 2022 with...
Join the author for a conversation about her memoir, Ivy Lodge: A Memoir of Translation and Discovery, which received a starred review from KIRKUS. She will talk about growing up in the 1960s in Kirkwood, how the physical home in which children grow up can influence their childhood, and how...
This month’s book is The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray. Masks are recommended.
Join authors Stephen Snodgrass and Joshua Kezer as they discuss their book "The Murder of Angela Mischelle Lawless: An Honest Sheriff and the Exoneration of an Innocent Man." In 1992 Joshua Kezer was wrongly convicted of murdering a young woman in southeast Missouri. Stephen Snodgrass was on the team that...
Meramec Highlands: Join Kathy Schrenk, author of the new book, “Kirkwood: A Walk Through History,” to enjoy a tour through the Meramec Highlands neighborhood of Kirkwood. The walk will start on West Ponca Trail, just east of the intersection with Big Bend Road. There is limited street parking along Ponca...
At Home Family Book Club Kit. September 11, 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. One Kid's Trash by...
Monday, September 11, 2023. Ages 2-5 years Join us for storytime geared to ages 2-5.
What are the first steps, to plan, test, and execute your great business idea? We'll explore the first steps in designing your Business Model Canvas. What's your big vision? How do you move from big idea to a step-by-step, implementable plan? Discussion topics: Are you a Big Picture Thinker or...
Join us for fun and easy cooking for kids. This is hands on cooking. Age: 6-12 Time: 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm Date: Sept. 13, 2023 Sign-up is required.
Join us for a discussion of Night of the Living Rez by Morgan Talty
Thursday, September 14, 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!
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.