William Lunsford, renowned bigfoot researcher and author, has encountered the Boggy Creek Bigfoot of Fouke, Arkansas, otherwise known as the Fouke Monster. He boasts a considerable collection of evidence ranging from photographs to casts of tracks that he will share with us. Come hear the stories of his sightings and all about the Fouke Monster. 

This program kicks off Haunted St. Joe Mo Cryptid Camp events, so be sure to check out the other events on their facebook page! 

For adults, registration required.

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

Join Miss Lisa and Miss Robyn for a fun filled storytime followed by a craft and open play time!

Come hang out at Washington Park Library for Snacks & Stacks—enjoy free snacks, share about your favorite reads, and dive into puzzles, card games, and adult coloring in a relaxed, cozy setting.

Join us for LEGO Club at the East Hills Library! Come meet with fellow LEGO enthusiasts each month for various LEGO challenges. Can you build it?

For grades K and up.

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.

Come and enjoy the fun of making a sleeping bag craft that you can eat!

Join Dr. Mike Cadden for "Before the Beginning and After the End" as he discusses how children's books initiate readers into the culture of books and prepare and challenge readers to understand what a book is. How do books set up stories, follow them, and create the contexts necessary for the author to tell a story? 

Book Club sponsored by the Friends of the Library. For adults that enjoy reading a mix of adult and young adult books. Hosted by Carnegie Librarian Jenny Ellis.

September's book is A Circle of Uncommon Witches by Paige Crutcher .

The book is on order but can be placed on hold now by contacting your branch or using the online library catalog. The audio book is available on Hoopla. 

Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/afternoonteabookclub