Washington Public Library

Friday, May 30th from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Summer Reading Program Kick-Off Party The groovy colors of the Bubble Bus bring a sudsy show and happy tunes to our celebration of the start of summer. The library’s main parking lot will be blocked off to accommodate escapades for the entire family, including games and crafts. This even is in partnership with Neighborhood Reads, Friends of the WPL, and the Community Literacy Foundation. All Ages

Tuesday, May 27th-Sunday, July 27th Summer Reading Challenge Earn fun incentives as you master the art of reading (audio books listened to or books read aloud count as books read). All Ages

Tuesday, April 22nd at 6:00 p.m. Express Yourself with Flowers Join a Moment in Grace florist to learn techniques and craft a stunning floral arrangement in a fun artistic experience. Registration begins Tuesday, April 1st. Call the library at 636-390-1070 to register. Adult & Teen

Friday, April 25th from 6:00-9:00 p.m. An action-packed after hours event for ages 9-12. Registration required. Registration begins Monday, April 14th. Teens, volunteer to be a part of the fun. Register as a volunteer. Tweens Ages 9-12 & Teen Volunteers Ages 13-17

Tuesday, April 15th at 6:00 p.m. Prohibition with Pinckney Bend Distillery Explore the prohibition-era and sample iconic spirits of the 1920s with Pinkney Bend. Registration begins Tuesday, April 1st. Call the library at 636-390-1070 to register. 21 & Up

Thursday, April 17th at 6:30 p.m. Friends Author: Dan Burkhardt “Trails Across Missouri” Author talk and book signing. Adult

Thursday, April 3rd at 6:00 p.m. Roaring ‘20s Escape Travel to a time of speakeasies, jazz and Al Capone. Teams of 4 will race to see who can solve the mystery first. Registration begins Monday, March 24th. Call the library at 636-390-1070 to register. Adult

Friday, April 4th at 6:00 p.m. Teen Egg Hunt The library will be dark and the hidden eggs will be full of candy. Find the glitter egg to receive a special prize. Bring a flashlight. 12 & Up

The goal of the community read is to unite the communities of Franklin, Gasconade, and Warren counties together by reading and discussing the same book at the same time. Scenic Regional Library, Washington Public Library, and East Central College have partnered to host an annual Community Read each Spring. You can pick up a free copy of the book, The Flower Sisters, beginning March 24. Adult & Teen

Great Decisions is prepared by the Foreign Policy Association which takes no stand on issues. Its purpose is to create civil discourse on current foreign policy issues facing the United States. Wednesdays, February 12th-April 2nd at 1:00 p.m. Adult