Lightsaber Make & Take, May 1-4
Prepare for May the 4th by Stopping by the library’s make & take station to design your very own lightsaber. Fun for all ages while supplies last! Wednesday, May 1st-Saturday, May 4th.
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Earth Day Scavenger Hunt with Smokey the Bear
Smokey the Bear is hidden around the Children’s Library. Find all ten Smokey the Bears and bring your scavenger hunt sheet to the lower circulation desk for a prize. Family
» Read moreAmanda Doyle & Dan Zettwoch “Missouri: Weird and Wonderful”, April 30@6:30pm
Author Amanda E. Doyle and illustrator Dan Zettwoch scoured the state, from border to border, to find these nuggets for curious kids of all ages. Tuesday, April 30th at 6:30 p.m. Adult & Teen
» Read morePatrick Murphy “Prelude to a Century: 1904 Worlds Fair”, May 7th@6:30pm
Patrick Murphy takes us beyond the sights and sounds of the Fair into the minds of those who were there. His stories are those of a generation standing on the brink of a new century, with a sense of wonder and optimism. Author presentation and book signing. Tuesday, May 7th at 6:30 p.m. Adult & Teen
» Read moreSummer Reading Program Kick Off, May 31 from 6-8pm
Our celebration is action-packed with Babaloo bringing high energy excitement to our Children’s Plaza. Author Colter Jackson will be here. Thorni Ridge Exotics, a mobile petting zoo, presents a variety of animals to meet up close. The library’s main parking lot will be blocked off to accommodate adventurous fun for the entire family, including games and crafts. This event is in partnership with Neighborhood Reads, Friends of the WPL, and Bank of Franklin County. Friday, May 31st from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Family Featured Author: Colter Jackson, author of “The Rhino Suit” and “Everyday Brave.” The Friends of the Library will be giving away 75 copies of Colter Jackson’s most recent books, first-come, first-serve. Additional copies will be available for purchase.
» Read moreWPL will be closing at NOON on Friday, May 3rd.
The Art of Charcuterie, Registration begins April 15, Program April 23
Rachel Wray from Washington’s Salt & Light Cheeseboards will discuss the art of charcuterie. Samples will be provided for attendees. Registration for this free program is required. Registration begins Monday, April 15th. Call 636-390-1070 to register. Tuesday, April 23rd at 6:00 p.m. Adult
» Read moreSummer Reading Challenge
Let the adventure begin! Summer Reading Challenge signups start today. Tuesday, May 28th-Sunday, July 28th All Ages
» Read more“Libraries Rock!” Rock Painting
Show your library love by visiting the library during National Library Week and painting a rock to add to the “Libraries Rock” snake, Medusa. The library will have a station set up on the lower level with all supplies provided (while supplies last). Lets see how long we can make Medusa before the end of the week. Monday, April 8th-Sunday, April 14th All Ages
» Read moreAmy Lutz “Carl Lutz: The Forgotten Rescuer”, April 11th @ 6:30pm
Amy Lutz, Director of Marketing & Communications for the St. Louis Kaplan Feldman Holocaust Museum, shares the little-known story of Carl Lutz, one of the Righteous Among the Nations. Thursday, April 11th at 6:30 p.m. Adult
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