Discover the fascinating world of Venus flytraps, pitcher plants, sundews and more. Presented by the St. Louis Carnivorous Plant Society. For adults. This program is being held at several branches; see full list at buff.ly/tAqx46L

The award-winning, bestselling author of “Hamnet” presents a soaring historical novel set in Ireland in the years before and after the Great Hunger. Meet author Maggie O'Farrell on June 29 at the Clark Family Branch. Tickets: www.eventbrite.com/e/author-eve...

Join us at the Lewis & Clark Branch for the Kranzberg Jazz Jam hosted by musician and educator Harvey Lockhart featuring Tayari Chambers. Bring instruments of your own and join the jam or come watch! Welcome to all ages. No registration necessary.

Experience a whirlwind musical journey from two of the world’s premier accordionists at the Weber Road Branch! Sign up here: www.slcl.org/events/squee...

Survivors of intimate partner violence can get free legal help at two SLCL branches from St. Louis Survivors Legal Support. Get assistance filing petitions for Orders of Protection from 9-12 on Mondays at the Lewis & Clark Branch, and Tuesdays at the Natural Bridge Branch. buff.ly/zPsqfxs

Come ready to gush about your favorite book or author in a speed-date styled event at the Weber Road Branch. Make bookish friends, discover your next great read, and dig into ways to grow your TBR list with the perfect picks. For adults. No registration necessary.

Teen Battle of the Bands is back! Get the band together and submit your best song online between June 1 – 26. Cash prizes will be awarded to the winners! Details at buff.ly/kH6bpyn

Learn about the important, and often overlooked, 1986 court case (D.C. & M.S. v. City of St. Louis) and how it expanded freedoms to hundreds of people in St. Louis. In celebration of Pride Month. For adults. This program is being held at several branches; sign up at buff.ly/oYV2N1S.

Learn how to make attractive gardens out of low wet areas, where lawns are difficult to maintain. Recommended for adults. Presented by St. Louis County Parks. Sign up here: buff.ly/wF7Tomw

Tickets are still available for an evening with acclaimed novelist Dave Eggers. He will discuss his new novel “Contrapposto” on June 9 at the Clark Family Branch. Tickets: www.eventbrite.com/e/author-eve...

Meet Louie, the St. Louis Blues mascot, at your local branch! Louie will sign autographs and pose for photos. Presented by the St. Louis Blues. Recommended for ages 5-11. This program is being held at multiple locations; see full schedule at buff.ly/iHhfl93.

Learn everything you need to know about the art of spinning vinyl. Presented by DJ Chris Brown and DJ Whiz. Recommended for ages 12-18. This program is being held at multiple branches; see full schedule at buff.ly/tvZce4o.

Bestselling YA Author Soman Chainani will discuss his new novel “Young World” on Thursday night with Michelle Li, KSDK news anchor and Co-Founder of The Very Asian Foundation. www.slcl.org/authors

Drop in for a relaxing hour of creativity, making new connections and conversation at the Lewis & Clark Branch! Explore hands-on stations for friendship bracelets, origami, journaling, and painting. All materials provided, or bring your own project. Beginners welcome! www.slcl.org/events/teen-...

Don't miss this one! Acclaimed cultural critic and baseball expert Gerald Early will moderate Wednesday's event with sports writer Joe Posnanski and tv comedy writer Mike Schur. Limited tickets still available: www.eventbrite.com/e/author-eve...

Learn about the legacy of quiltmakers in Gee's Bend, Alabama and stitch your own patchwork quilt block at the Grand Glaize Branch. We'll also explain how to use Canva to plan your next quilt project. Recommended for teens and adults. Sign up at buff.ly/LYNDJuE.

Discover the joy of embroidery at the Natural Bridge Branch and learn the basic stitches to start your design journey. Perfect for complete beginners to needle and thread work. Recommended for adults and teens. Sign up at www.slcl.org/events/intro....

SLCL databases have thousands of cross tabulated datasets that can be used to better understand your customer base. Explore interesting options for building and implementing the in depth data in these databases at the Clark Family Branch. For adults. Sign up at buff.ly/TUxGFDK.

We're celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in May! We have programs scheduled for all ages including scavenger hunts, book and film discussions, cooking demonstrations, art programs, and more! Details at www.slcl.org/events.

Introducing the Yarn Library at the Cliff Cave Branch! Pick out up to two skeins of yarn for your next project, then stop by the circulation desk on your way out. We are also still accepting donations if you have extra yarn you'd like to contribute–just stop by the branch. 🧶

Bring your photocards to the Thornhill Branch to swap with fellow kpop fans and decorate toploaders! For teens and adults. No registration necessary.

Christina Baker Kline , bestselling author of “Orphan Train,” will discuss her new book “The Foursome”–a true story of two sisters in nineteenth-century North Carolina who married world-famous conjoined twins, Eng and Chang Bunker–on Monday night at the Clark Family Branch. www.slcl.org/authors

The Fresh Start Community Resource Fair brings together 20+ organizations to connect individuals and families with local resources. In partnership with the St. Louis County Library and Beyond Housing. Welcome to all ages. View more details and sign up at buff.ly/07KuhgF.

Play Day in the Park takes place on Saturday, May 30 from 9:30-2:00 in the Forest Park Visitor Center Parking Lot! Stop by our table to sign up for STL Summer Adventure and take home a free book. Learn more at www.magichouse.org/events.../pl...

The Eureka Hills Branch is hosting a Route 66 Celebration on Friday, June 26 at 6:00 p.m. The event will celebrate 100 years of Route 66 with a vintage car meet, plus family-friendly activities inside and outside the library. The event is free and open to the public. buff.ly/EDZ4RH6

Bestselling author of the “School for Good and Evil,” Soman Chainani presents a renegade thriller about a teenager elected President of the United States. Meet the author next week at the Clark Family Branch. www.slcl.org/authors.

Have a high-quality headshot taken at the Clark Family Branch in the Information Services & Small Business Center between 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. for your small business, job seeking, or personal branding needs. For adults. Sign up at buff.ly/Xjwgtpq.

Just announced! Bestselling Author and “Pod Save the World” Co-Host Ben Rhodes will discuss his new book “All We Say: The Battle for American Identity–A History in 15 Speeches” on 6/20 at the Clark Family Branch. The event is free, seating will be first come first served. www.slcl.org/authors

St. Louis County Library is partnering with St. Louis Survivors Legal Support to assist survivors of intimate partner violence in filing petitions for Orders of Protection at the Lewis & Clark and Natural Bridge branches each week. Details: www.slcl.org/news/north-c...

#1 bestselling author of “Orphan Train,” Christina Baker Kline shares an astonishing true story of two sisters in nineteenth-century North Carolina who married world-famous conjoined twins, Eng and Chang Bunker in her new book “The Foursome." www.slcl.org/authors

Join us at the Grand Glaize Branch to learn to do the river waltz with Karen Merlin. This dance can be adapted to do with a partner, however you do not need a partner to learn the dance. No dance experience necessary. For adults. No registration required.

Join us at the Daniel Boone Branch to explore The Beatles album "Revolver". At their peak as performers, this would mark the final collaboration as a unit. For adults. Sign up at buff.ly/0nsNKe4.

The Dignity on Wheels mobile shower unit will be back at the Rock Road and Natural Bridge branches this year! Free showers, along with towels, shampoo and body wash will be provided. View the schedule: buff.ly/8C9VWjv

Tickets are still available for an evening with U.S. Senator Chris Murphy. He will discuss his book “Crisis of the Common Good: The Fight for Meaning and Connection in a Broken America” on May 29 at the Clark Family Branch. Tickets: buff.ly/gw7tg2C Presented with @leftbankbooks.bsky.social

Learn to prepare Pasta Alla No Vodka, which replaces vodka with an accessible alternative and utilizes a shelf-stable ingredient in place of the fresh cream. Presented by Operation Food Search. For adults. Sign up for this virtual program at buff.ly/EHYA2rL.

Renowned Historian H. W. Brands will discuss his new book “American Patriarch: The Life of George Washington” on Wednesday evening at the Clark Family Branch. www.slcl.org/authors

The Star Wars Fan Fest takes place this Friday, May 15 at the Grant's View Branch! Come dressed as your favorite Star Wars character and enjoy a night of #StarWars themed fun. The event is free, registration is not required. www.slcl.org/events/14th-...

Bestselling Novelist Julie Murphy will discuss her new rom com “The Undergrads: Student Union” on Tuesday evening with bestselling author Sierra Simone at the Clark Family Branch. www.slcl.org/authors

Mark your calendars! STL Summer Adventure kicks off June 1! Get ready to go exploring with a variety of fun activities. Everyone who signs up gets a free book. Complete 10 activities to earn a prize. Learn more at stlsummeradventure.org.

Chamber Project St. Louis invites you to participate in a Very Open Rehearsal at the Grant's View Branch and check out working artists in action. Welcome to all ages. Sign up at www.slcl.org/events/very-...,

Tomorrow! Join us at the Parkview Branch for a screening and panel discussion of "Target St. Louis Vol. 1": A Pruitt-Igoe Documentary. The event is free, registration is not required. Details: buff.ly/cr0nwbx Presented by PHACTS (Pruitt-Igoe Historical Accounting, Compensation, and Truth Seeking)

Read uplifting stories by local author Mechal Renee Roe at the Florissant Valley Branch and make a craft that celebrates being you. Recommended for ages 2-6. Sign up at buff.ly/nnwoVWd.

Join us on Monday at the Clark Family Branch! Douglas Stuart shares "John of John"–the new Oprah Book Pick for May! A novel about duty, passion, and the transformative power of truth. www.slcl.org/authors

Spots are still available at our upcoming focus group sessions! Your opinions and insights will be central to our new strategic plan. Please share your thoughts by signing up for a focus group. Virtual and in-person options are available. Refreshments will be provided! Details: buff.ly/bRGrTsl

This interactive forum invites community members to share priorities and challenges to help shape coverage of the 2026 County Executive race. Insights will guide reporting and center local voices. Refreshments provided. Presented by Nine PBS and St. Louis Magazine. Sign up here: buff.ly/0EFNZiR

Join us next week at the Parkview Branch for a screening and panel discussion of "Target St. Louis Vol. 1": A Pruitt-Igoe Documentary. The event is free, registration is not required. Details: buff.ly/cr0nwbx Presented by PHACTS-Pruitt-Igoe Historical Accounting, Compensation, and Truth Seeking

TOMORROW! Visit the Eureka Hills Branch Route 66-themed model train display, chat with other railfans, make crafts, play games and bring your own standard gauge and 'O' gauge trains to run on the tracks. All ages are welcome. No registration necessary.

Join us at the Oak Bend Branch to learn how to play Takenoko, a tabletop game where players cultivate bamboo for a hungry panda. If you already know how to play, come for the fun! In celebration of AAPI Heritage Month. Recommended for ages 12-17. Sign up at buff.ly/1otSxQl.

Don't miss the annual Star Wars Fan Fest on May 15 at the Grant's View Branch! This annual event features costume characters from the 501st Legion, live music, swordsmanship demonstrations, Kona Ice, Gateway Lego Builders, Games with Game Nite, crafts and more! buff.ly/voV9UWX

Historian Lerone Martin traces the youthful roots of a legendary American to reveal the makings of a mighty force in his new book “Young King: The Making of Martin Luther King, Jr.” Meet the author on Saturday evening at the Clark Family Branch. www.slcl.org/authors