St. Louis County Library

02/24/2025

Siblings Cooper and Mason finished the 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program at the Daniel Boone Branch and were excited to show off their prize bags! www.slcl.org/1000books

02/24/2025

Tomorrow! Bestselling graphic novel author John Patrick Green will discuss & sign his new book “Agents of S.U.I.T.: Wild Ghost Chase” at the Clark Family Branch. www.slcl.org/authors. Presented with The Novel Neighbor.

02/24/2025

Do you have what it takes to tame a dragon? Become a skilled dragon trainer through crafts, challenges and Viking fun. Ages 5-11. Sign up at https://ow.ly/b1Ct50V2ZQk.

02/23/2025

Explore the many approaches and benefits of landscaping with native plants throughout this virtual series presented by the Partners for Native Landscaping. For full list of virtual events, visit https://ow.ly/Y1Jv50V300t.

02/22/2025

Play a variety of Nintendo games, enjoy Nintendo inspired activities and enter a raffle for themed prizes at the Clark Family Branch. Children and families. Sign up at https://ow.ly/XLcq50UU8LZ.

02/22/2025

Reminder–the Clark Family Branch will close at 4:00 p.m. today, February 22 for the sold-out event with Savannah Guthrie.

02/22/2025

The St. Louis County Reentry Resource Fair brings vital resources to address the needs of people returning to their communities from incarceration. Fairs will be held every other month at the Natural Bridge Branch. Adults.

02/22/2025

Healthy living for seniors! Check out these upcoming programs at the Lewis & Clark Branch presented by Aging Ahead: https://ow.ly/y7sv50UOP94.

02/22/2025

Gateway to Reading kits are available to check out at all 20 SLCL branches! Each kit contain a series of decodable books bundled with hands-on resources that guide children and families in building literacy skills. Learn more at www.slcl.org/gateway-to-reading

02/21/2025

St. Louis County Library fan-favorite C.J. Box returns with a new thriller in his #1 bestselling series starring Wyoming game warden Joe Pickett. Meet the author next week at the Clark Family Branch. www.slcl.org/authors.

02/21/2025

Calling all kids and teens with a talent for creative writing! SLCL is holding a contest for young writers. Write a story with the phrase “I think you broke it.” There will be prizes for the winners. Submit your original literary work between March 1-31. www.slcl.org/write-stuff-contest

02/21/2025

Please plan ahead–the Clark Family Branch will close at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 22 for the sold-out event with Savannah Guthrie.

02/21/2025

New York Times science columnist Carl Zimmer presents the fascinating, untold story of the air we breathe in his new book “Air-Borne." Meet the author next week at the Clark Family Branch. www.slcl.org/authors.

02/20/2025

Tickets go on sale Monday 2/24 at 9am for an evening with MLB Golden Glove Catcher and former St. Louis Cardinals Manager Mike Matheny. He will discuss his new book “The Dad Coach: How to Lead Kids to Succeed On and Off the Baseball Field” on March 28 at the Clark Family Branch. Presented with Left Bank Books.

02/20/2025

Tomorrow night! Dancer and author Jennifer Jones will discuss her new book “Becoming Spectacular: The Rhythm of Resilience from the First African American Rockette” at the Clark Family Branch. www.slcl.org/authors.

02/20/2025

Bestselling young adult author Ibi Zoboi presents a groundbreaking contemporary fantasy novel “(S)Kin.” Meet the author next week at the Clark Family Branch. www.slcl.org/authors. Presented with The Novel Neighbor.

02/19/2025

Congrats to SLCL Director & CEO Kristen Sorth! She is the recipient of the Award for Excellence in Public Sector Leadership from the Community Builders Network of Metro St. Louis.

***IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT***

Come celebrate our 2025 Community Building Awardees at the 13th Annual Community Development Family Reunion on April 23rd from 5-8pm at the Rung for Women!

Tickets: bit.ly/2025CBNawards

🤩Congratulations to this year's awardees and all the amazing organizations doing impactful work in the community! 🤩
St. Louis Metro Housing Collective, Carla Reid (Mark Twain Neighborhood), Kevin Poe (The Housing Partnership STL), Bridget Flood (Incarnate Word Foundation), Kristen Sorth (St. Louis County Library), Kelly McGowan (Transform 314) and Fr. Gerry Kleba (St. Cronan's Catholic Church)

Sponsorships still available! Please visit bit.ly/CBNsponsors for more information.

02/19/2025

This year's Gift of Gospel concert will take place at the Clark Family Branch (1640 S. Lindbergh Blvd.)! Join us for an inspirational musical experience with performances by The Simmons Sisters, mime dancer Quincy Fielding III, The Duncans and more. Pastor Shaun Williams will serve as the master of ceremonies. www.slcl.org/black-history-celebration