Author: Kim Brumgard

Rachel O’Halloran field specialist in nutrition and health for MU Extensions will join us for a live demonstration and presentation all about cooking for the heart. Registration begins Monday, October 7th. Limit 15. Thursday, October 17th at 6:00 p.m. Adult Join functional health expert Julianna Parsons, FDNP, for her valuable workshop on the gut and identifying underlying causes to health issues. Tuesday, September 24th at 6:30 p.m. Adult We especially thank the Missouri State Library for the funding for the Charlie Cart for programs like this. This project is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by the Missouri State Library, a division of the Office of the Secretary of State.

Dress up in your favorite costume for a Halloween bone hunt. Pick up a scavenger hunt entry form at the lower circulation desk on Thursday, October 31st. Find all the bones in the children’s section and win a festive treat. Fun for all ages! Thursday, October 31st from 8:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. All Ages

Put on your finest robes (or semi-formal wear) to celebrate the holiday season with wizards and muggles alike. Activities, games, and crafting start at 6:30 p.m. Indulge in Honeyduke treats and butterbeer. The dance floor opens at 7:00 p.m. with magical glow-in-the-dark blacklight bubbles, courtesy of the Bubble Bus. Event will take place at the City Auditorium, 211 High St. Friday, November 15th from 6:30-8:00 p.m. All Ages

Join Rebecca Feltmann, BSN, RN, a certified Compassionate Bereavement Care® provider as she discusses ways to honor and acknowledge grief throughout the holidays. Whether you have personally been touched by loss or whether you’re aware of and want to support those walking with grief, this talk will provide you with the resources to soften the season. She will also provide tips and tools that can support an overall balance to your physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing as you navigate the season. Tuesday, November 19th at 6:30 p.m. Adult & Teen