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Date: Thursday, October 2
Time: 10:00am - 11:30am
Location: East Hills Library
Room: Conference Room
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Ages: Adults
Description:
Join Annie Corrington, owner of Art Attack Studio, for a Creative Aging Art Club each Thursday at 10 a.m. Drop in to socialize and work on whatever your current project is! Annie will offer her expertise for any questions or issues you have in regards to your artwork. Basic art supplies will be available for use. Cost is $5 each*, cash preferred.
On the third Thursday of each month, Ms. Annie will teach a class on an artistic skill. On September 18, she will teach 'reflections.' On October 16th she will teach 'faces.' These classes will be $10 each*, cash preferred.
Geared towards the senior community (ages 55+), but all adults are welcome.
*There are 2 financial waivers available per session. Please email or call Elizabeth to inquire about them. 816-236-2136, emurray@sjpl.lib.mo.us
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Date: Thursday, October 2
Time: 10:30am - 11:30am
Location: Downtown Library
Room: Storytime Room (Downtown)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytimes
Ages: Baby - Pre-K
Description:
Join Miss Lisa and Miss Robyn for a fun filled storytime followed by a craft and open play time!
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This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Children 8 and under must always be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.
Date: Thursday, October 2
Time: 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Location: Washington Park Library
Room: Club Room
Program Type: Book Clubs/Authors
Ages: Adults
Description:
BYOB: Bring your own books! This is a no pressure book club. If you like to talk about books you are reading, join us for an informal discussion about what you have been reading. The Club will pick out a title from the available book club kits to read, and discuss at the following meeting.
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The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Date: Thursday, October 2
Time: 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Location: Washington Park Library
Room: Club Room
Program Type: Volunteer Opportunity
Ages: Teens
Description:
Only for members of the St. Joseph Public Library Board.
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The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
Date: Thursday, October 2
Time: 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Location: East Hills Library
Room: The Theater
Program Type: Community Events, Lectures/Speakers
Ages: All Ages
Description:
Do you have a student with dyslexia? Have you ever wondered what that might feel like? Experience what it is like to have dyslexia during this simulation presented by Jamie Davis, Certified Academic Language Therapist and National Board Certified Teacher in the area of literacy.
For adults, registration is required for this session.
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The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Date: Friday, October 3
Time: 10:00am - 11:00am
Location: East Hills Library
Room: Storytime Room (East Hills)
Program Type: Early Literacy
Ages: Baby - Pre-K
Description:
Children aged 0-6 and their caregivers are invited to learn and play together in the East Hills Storytime Room with the early literacy toy collection. In addition, we will sing songs and fingerplays featuring rhythm instruments, ribbon wands, scarves and/or shakers.
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Date: Saturday, October 4
Time: 10:30am - 11:30am
Location: Carnegie Library
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Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Ages: Adults
Description:
Join us as we sip some coffee and do a craft. The October theme is Painting Extravaganza. We will have the leftovers crafts from past sessions so if you missed one here's your chance to grab and paint one. While supplies last.
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This program involves paint or other materials that can be messy. Please wear clothing that is okay to get stained.

Date: Saturday, October 4
Time: 10:30am - 12:00pm
Location: East Hills Library
Room: Storytime Room (East Hills)
Program Type: Early Literacy
Ages: Children, All Ages
Description:
The Book Buddies Pony Express Therapy Dogs, in partnership with the East Hills Library, are offering children a way to improve their reading skills in a unique and fun environment. This program utilizes therapy dogs as the listeners for children of all ages and reading levels. Drop in anytime during this 90 minute session.
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Date: Saturday, October 4
Time: 8:00pm - 10:30pm
Location: Carnegie Library
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Program Type: Community Events, Movies
Ages: All Ages
Description:
Join us for an outdoor movie night sponsored by the Library Foundation. The outdoor theater equipment was purchased with funds from the Urban Homestead grant.
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This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Children 8 and under must always be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.