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Some creepy underwear, a spacious broom, pumpkins and turkeys are all on Dial-A-Story this month. Call 636-283-6543 or listen online.

Learn about the people who dug in with only a shovel and the sometimes-violent condemnation of their underground entrepreneurship. Thursday, April 21, 6pm | ADULT/TEEN

Malissa Briggler, a State Botanist with Missouri Department of Conservation, will be your guide on this fungi folklore and edible education adventure. Thursday, April 14, 11am | ADULT/TEEN

This spectacular show includes foggy dry ice storms, sizzling, shivering scissors and special bubbly showers! Saturday, April 9, 10am | KIDS

Join us and Dr. Sheila Hwang, Professor and Chair of English from Webster University, as she discusses the legacy of Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein in literature, film and beyond. Tuesday, March 29, 6pm | ADULT/TEEN

Find the key(s) to neutralize the monster’s violent tendencies, as you discover the secrets of Dr. Frankenstein’s lab. Play Frankenstein-themed games while you wait for your turn. Saturday, March 26, 1-4pm | ADULT/TEEN

Write a ghost story in 204 words or less. Submit stories to contest@thiscommunityreads.org by 4/17/2022. For full contest rules visit www.thiscommunityreads.org/contest

Join us on Thursday, March 31 @ 6:00 pm to listen to Mike Kleckner talk about his book, “Unforgettable St. Louis History.” Sponsored by The Friends of the Library and Neighborhood Reads.

Join us for Franken-Trivia on Friday, April 1, from 6:00 – 8:00 pm. Some snacks will be provided, but bring your own favorites. Registration starts Monday, March 14. Call 636-390-1070 to register as individuals or a team.

Join the Friends of the Library to listen to Tony Messenger talk about his book, “Profit & Punishment.” When: Thursday, March 10 @ 6:30 pm.Where: Washington Public Library meeting room