Put on your dancing shoes and get in line at the Florissant Valley Branch- it's exercise in disguise! No dance experience necessary. Presented by Tessalean Woods. In celebration of Black History Month. For adults. No registration necessary.

Grammy-Nominated Recording Artist and Disability Culture Advocate Lachi will discuss her new book “I Identify as Blind: A Brazen Celebration of Disability Culture, Identity and Power” next week at the Clark Family Branch. The event will include ASL interpreters. More details at slcl.org/authors

Learn about the history of Adinkra Symbols used by the Ashanti people of Ghana and create your own art at the Lewis & Clark Branch to take home. Recommended for ages 10-17. Sign up at www.slcl.org/events/adink....

Learn about different cloud services like Google Drive, Microsoft OneDrive, Apple iCloud and Dropbox to backup and share files from all of your devices at the Eureka Hills Branch. For adults. Sign up at www.slcl.org/events/tech-....

Learn about Harlem artist Romare Bearden and be inspired to create a collage in his style at the Lewis & Clark Branch. Welcome to all ages. Sign up at www.slcl.org/events/colla....

Celebrate a day devoted to the library. Meet the infamous taco dragon from “Dragons Love Tacos and more- all branches will have an activity! Check your local branch for details or visit www.slcl.org/events. Welcome to children and families.

Congrats to Gian! He finished the 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program at the Bridgeton Trails Branch and took home a prize bag. 👏 👏 www.slcl.org/1000books #earlyliteracy #superreader

Meet the infamous taco dragon from “Dragons Love Tacos” by Adam Rubin and pose for a picture. A Take Your Child to the Library Day program. Recommended for children and families. This program is being held at two branches; sign up at buff.ly/VjgkrCC.

Join us at the Florissant Valley Branch next week for Music Mondays Unplugged featuring hip hop artist Tef Poe! The event is free, registration is not required. Learn more: www.slcl.org/events/music... Presented by the Kranzberg Arts Foundation.

Boogie down at this dance party at the Grand Glaize Branch celebrating Black musicians from the ‘60s, ‘70s and ‘80s. In celebration of Black History Month. Recommended for ages 0-5. Sign up at buff.ly/YrFJYGz.

Join us Wednesday night at the Natural Bridge Branch for a viewing and discussion of the film “The Pruitt-Igoe Myth.” www.slcl.org/black-history-celebration #BlackHistoryMonth

Join us for an evening with Beloved Actress, Designer and Entrepreneur Jennie Garth on April 16 at the Clark Family Branch. She will discuss her new book “I Choose Me: Chasing Joy, Finding Purpose, and Embracing Reinvention." Tickets: buff.ly/BoqwgmA @htpbooks.bsky.social

I got to attend an author event at the St. Louis County Library tonight featuring historian Matthew Delmont and his latest book. An inspiring evening to say the least!

Local author @authorpatsimmons.bsky.social will discuss her experiences in the publishing world and highlight her work as an African American Christian author next week at the Natural Bridge Branch. slcl.org/authors. #BlackHistoryMonth

Celebrate Valentine’s Day at home with two delightful virtual programs designed to add a touch of romance, sweetness and fun to your February. Sign up for these virtual programs at buff.ly/ePYCOHW.

Acclaimed historian Gregory O’Malley will discuss his new book “The Escapes of David George: An Odyssey of Slavery, Freedom, and the American Revolution" next week at the Clark Family Branch. www.slcl.org/authors #BlackHistoryMonth

Join us on Friday night for our #BlackHistoryMonth Keynote featuring local author Vivian Gibson. She will discuss her book “The Last Children of Mill Creek” at the Clark Family Branch with Gwen Moore, Curator of the Missouri History Museum exhibit “Mill Creek: Black Metropolis.” buff.ly/2z0xFkb

Just announced! An evening with Senator Cory Booker, author of “Stand” on Saturday, March 28, 7:00 p.m. at Shalom Church (City of Peace). Tickets: www.eventbrite.com/e/author-eve...

Celebrate Black History Month by reading one of these novels that explore the African American experience. libraryaware.com/3A76SQ

Civil rights historian Matthew Delmont opens SLCL’s Black History Celebration www.stlamerican.com/news/local-n... @stlouisamerican.bsky.social

Are you 55 or older and thinking of starting your own business? Apply to join the Empowering Encore Entrepreneurs series! This 8-week program will help you develop the skills you need to succeed. Submit an application by February 28. Details at buff.ly/GWVIeHq.

St. Louis County Library is hosting a Black History Celebration in February. The theme for 2026 is “Exploring 100 Years of Black St. Louis.” Events include performances by the Black Rep, a jazz concert, a gospel celebration, author events, historical lectures and more. Details at buff.ly/2z0xFkb

Acclaimed Historian Matthew F. Delmont will discuss his new book “Until the Last Gun is Silent: A Story of Patriotism, the Vietnam War, and the Fight to Save America’s Soul” tomorrow at the Clark Family Branch. slcl.org/authors. Presented with Missouri Historical Society.

Bring your current crafting project to work on while we watch “The Princess Bride” on the big screen at the Oak Bend Branch. MPAA Rating: PG. Run time: 98 min. For adults. No registration necessary.

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

Celebrate a day devoted to the library. Scavenger hunts, Clifford and Bluey extravaganzas and more- all branches will have an activity! Check your local branch for details or visit www.slcl.org/events. Welcome to children and families.

This workshop is designed for businesses that want to learn the requirements for doing business with the government and essentials for succeeding in the public sector. Presented by Missouri Apex Accelerator. For adults. Sign up for this series at slcl.events.mylibrary.digital/series?sn=Yo....

This year's #BlackHistoryMonth Keynote speaker is local author Vivian Gibson, she will discuss her book “The Last Children of Mill Creek” with Gwen Moore, Curator of the Missouri History Museum Exhibit “Mill Creek: Black Metropolis.” www.slcl.org/black-history-celebration

Journalist and Bestselling Author @praddenkeefe.bsky.social will discuss his new book “London Falling: A Mysterious Death In a Gilded City and a Family’s Search for Truth” on April 12 at the Clark Family Branch. Tickets on sale now at buff.ly/ByfZUrw

NEW DATE! Volunteers from the Ashrei Foundation will be at the Lewis & Clark Branch next Wednesday to assist with guiding you through the process of getting a Missouri non-driver photo ID and U.S. birth certificate. No registration necessary.

There's still one month left in our Winter Reading Challenge! Read books and complete fun activities and you could win some awesome prizes. Learn more at www.slcl.org/winter-reading-challenge

Learn about science happenings in our community and discover a different in-depth topic each month from local scientists. Presented by The Academy of Science of St. Louis. Recommended for teens and adults. Sign up at buff.ly/rbBOkrb.

Did you know the rhythm and vocabulary used in hip hop music can be an effective and relevant tool in developing reading abilities? Learn more at this fun workshop with Freedom Arts & Education Center. buff.ly/h1cLSY4 #BlackHistoryMonth

Learn about Neo-Expressionist artist Jean-Michel Basquiat, then play a game to create a work of art in his style at the Grand Glaize Branch. In celebration of Black History Month. Recommended for ages 7-14. Sign up at buff.ly/E9yC78q.

The event with Missouri Baptist University Theatre originally scheduled for Friday, January 30 has been cancelled. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Join us next week at the Natural Bridge Branch for a viewing and discussion of the film “The Pruitt-Igoe Myth.” www.slcl.org/black-history-celebration #BlackHistoryMonth

Going on tour for Seek the Traitor's Son in May! Come say hi! veronicarothbooks.com/tour

#1 bestselling author of the Divergent series, Veronica Roth will discuss her new dystopian fantasy novel on May 16 at the Clark Family Branch. Tickets on sale now: www.eventbrite.com/e/author-eve.... Presented with @novelneighbor

You can now book a portable projector for a specific period of time through St. Louis County Library! Learn more at www.slcl.org/portable-pro...

Due weather related travel concerns, the event with Elizabeth Vartkessian originally scheduled for Tuesday, January 27 at the Clark Family Branch has been postponed. The event will now take place on Thursday, March 19.

Let's hear it for Malachi! He finished the 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program at the Florissant Valley Branch and took home a prize bag. 🎉 #earlyliteracy #superreader www.slcl.org/1000books

Suspense author Lori Rader-Day will discuss her new book “Wreck Your Heart” this Thursday at the Clark Family Branch. www.slcl.org/authors. Presented with Left Bank Books.

Civil rights historian and award-winning author Matthew Delmont presents the untold story of the Black patriots who ended the Vietnam War. Meet the author next week at the Clark Family Branch. slcl.org/authors. Presented with Missouri Historical Society.

This is the final week to drop by your local SLCL branch and donate to our winter food drive benefiting Operation Food Search. The most needed items are canned meats, fish, fruit, beans, soup, diced tomatoes, tomato paste and spaghetti sauce. Presented by Operation Food Search.

Mitigation Specialist Elizabeth Vartkessian will discuss her new book “The Deserving: What the Lives of the Condemned Reveal About American Justice” on Tuesday at the Clark Family Branch. slcl.org/authors. Presented with Left Bank Books.

Boost your wellbeing with a series of energizing fitness and wellness programs offered at three branches and online. Part of the BJC Community Wellness Hub series. Children and families. See full list of events at buff.ly/DjIanUO.

Local author E.Z. Grace will discuss her book "The Ayeee to Z Adulting Guide : how to navigate adulthood like a boss!" via Zoom on January 28. She'll share tips and tricks for teens about self-care and their own personal growth. For ages 12-17. Registration is required. buff.ly/7xrVQw7

All St. Louis County Library branches will be closed on Saturday, January 24 and Sunday, January 25 due to the inclement weather. Stay safe out there!

Thanks to everyone who came to see us at Winter Warm Up last weekend! The Cardinals Care Bookmobile was on site–@st-louis-cardinals.bsky.social fans stopped by to take pics and explore inside the bookmobile.

Gather the whole family for an evening of camping-inspired songs, snacks and activities at the Grand Glaize Branch. Construct your own fort in the library with blankets and pillows from home- pajamas encouraged! Welcome to all ages. Sign up at buff.ly/5ktc97E.