Winter Reading Program Ends January 10th!
Battle the winter blahs with great books. Pre-readers through adults read to win prizes. Sign up and log your reading online. Last day to log and claim prizes is January 10, 2016.
FOR ADULTS:
Special Events
~ Saturday, January 16th at 10:00 a.m. Taxes and the IRS with the Foundation for Financial Education
- Where do our taxes go?
- Do I need a tax advisor?
- Tax avoidance
- Tax-free savings
- Tax-deferral vs. tax-deductible vs. tax-free
- Why you shouldn't wait to get your refund
~ Saturday, January 30th at 2:00 p.m. New Regionalism: the Art of Bryan Haynes. Kirkwood native, Bryan Haynes will join us to discuss his artwork, which has appeared in national magazines, international advertising campaigns, CD covers, posters, and book covers from Agatha Christie to the cover of "Scarlett" the sequel to "Gone With the Wind." You can also find Bryan's work on the first and second levels of the Old Courthouse Rotunda in downtown St. Louis.
~ CrAfter Work. Wednesday, January 27th at 7:00pm
Coloring Night
BOOK CLUBS:
~ Saturday Morning Perks: Saturday, Jan. 30, 2016 10:00 a.m. Boys in the Boat by Daniel Brown. Daniel James Brown's robust book tells the story of the University of Washington's 1936 eight-oar crew and their epic quest for an Olympic gold medal, a team that transformed the sport and grabbed the attention of millions of Americans.
~ Science Fiction/Fantasy Book Club: Monday, January 11th at 7:00 p.m. each member will read a short story to discuss and share with the group.
~ Books on Tap: Held at Mike Duffy's Pub & Grill. Wednesday, January 13th at 7:00 p.m. Bellweather Rhapsody by Kate Racculia
~ Mystery Readers: Wednesday, January 20, 2:00 p.m.: The Tomb in Turkey: a Fethering mystery by Simon Brett. Carol and Jude are enjoying a vacation at a Turkish villa until they become enmeshed in several disturbing events. When a body is discovered in a Lycian tomb, they turn their casual efforts into a serious investigation.
~ Music in the Library. Sunday, January 24, 2016, 2:00 p.m. St. Louis Spelmanslag is a group of musicians of all instruments and abilities that perform folk music of Scandinavian countries.
~ Art Gallery. December 2015-January 2016. Artist: KHS Photography students (Kim Powell, Teacher).
FOR CHILDREN:
Storytimes
Weekday storytimes start the week of January 12. Last Spring storytime is April 28.
Storytime - Tuesdays, 10 am, stories, songs and crafts
~ Preschool Storytime- Wednesdays, 10 am, stories, songs and crafts.
~ Books for Babies - For babies 6-24 months and their caregivers, Thursdays, 9:30 am. January 28 - April 28.
~ First Steps Storytime-For our youngest 2's and graduates of Books for Babies, Thursdays, 10:30 am. January 28 - April 28.
~ Champ Reading Dogs. First Sunday of the month from 3-4 pm. Come read with a furry friend.
Book Clubs
~ Family Book Club Junior - For children in grades 4-5 and their parents. Books available at the library for check out. 6:30 p.m. January 11: The Emerald Atlas by John Stephens
~ Family Book Club, For children in grades 6-8 and their parents. Books available at the library for check out. 7:00 p.m. January 25: Walk Two Moons by Sharon Creech.
~ Wednesday After-School Special, 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. Join us on Wednesdays for a different activity each week of the month. For elementary school age children. Lego Club: January 6. Science Fun:
January 13. Minecraft for Kids: Wednesdays: January 20. Sign-up required. Make and Take After School Craft: January 27.
~ Tween Scene Thursdays. Join us to "make and do" something new each month. Ages 9-12. Dates: 1/14, 2/11, 3/10, 4/14. Time: 4-5 pm
~ Imagination Station. Kirkwood Public Library and Kirkwood Parks & Recreation partner to offer a program filled with stories, craft activities, games and more. Each month we explore a different fun location. Ages 1-6 with an adult. Please register by calling 822-5855. Time: 6:30 p.m. January 14: Imagination Train Station @ Kirkwood Train Station.
Special Events
~ January 23, 10:30-11:30 am: Under the Sea Party
Explore the wonders of "under the sea" with stories, activities and crafts. Recommended for preschoolers.
~ Art Journaling Series. January 14. Unleash your creativity in this combination of writing and art. Taught by artist and staff member, Julie Hammond. Please bring a spiral bound book to the first class. Ask at the Children's Desk for details. Ages 9 through adult.