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Science Rocks (ages 6-11)

Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Youth Program Room at CGPL
Program Type:
STEM / STEAM
Age Group:
Youth, Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Join our favorite scientist, Becky Hicks, for some exciting science experiments!

Required
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Children, Tweens
Program Type: STEM / STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Join our favorite scientist, Becky Hicks, for some exciting science experiments!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Library Closed

All Day
CGPL

The library is closed for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

Closing
Branches:
CGPL
Description:

The library is closed for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

Preschool Storytime (ages 3-5)

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Youth Program Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Children
Preschool Storytime:

This storytime is designed to help build reading readiness and kindergarten readiness skills and features longer books that are accompanied by a variety of activities, in...

Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Children
Program Type: Storytime

Preschool Storytime

This storytime is designed to help build reading readiness and kindergarten readiness skills and features longer books that are accompanied by a variety of activities, including flannel boards, dramatics, and songs.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Bite-Sized Chefs (ages 6-11)

Monday, January 27, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Youth, Children, Tweens
Bite-Sized Chefs:

Each month, build your recipe repertoire by exploring creative culinary techniques that are easy and pleasing to the eye. Create and enjoy a sample at the library, then take home t...

Required
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Children, Tweens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 4

Bite-Sized Chefs

Each month, build your recipe repertoire by exploring creative culinary techniques that are easy and pleasing to the eye. Create and enjoy a sample at the library, then take home the recipe ideas to dazzle your family and friends!

Help us be mindful of allergies; if you have any concerns, please call and ask prior to registering.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Acknowledgement

This event is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by the Missouri State Library, a division of the Office of the Secretary of State.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Preschool Storytime (ages 3-5)

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Youth Program Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Children
Preschool Storytime:

This storytime is designed to help build reading readiness and kindergarten readiness skills and features longer books that are accompanied by a variety of activities, in...

Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Children
Program Type: Storytime

Preschool Storytime

This storytime is designed to help build reading readiness and kindergarten readiness skills and features longer books that are accompanied by a variety of activities, including flannel boards, dramatics, and songs.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Let's Talk Board Games: Pictureka!

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 7:00pm - 7:15pm
Facebook at CGPL
Program Type:
Virtual Program
Age Group:
Youth, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Watch as the Youth Staff teach you this beloved family-friendly game - Pictureka! Then join us tomorrow for Game and Gather from 3-5 pm to play this game and similar titles with yo...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Facebook
Age Group: Youth, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Virtual Program
Event Details:

Watch as the Youth Staff teach you this beloved family-friendly game - Pictureka! Then join us tomorrow for Game and Gather from 3-5 pm to play this game and similar titles with your family!

Game & Gather: Pictureka! (all ages)

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Youth, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Drop in to join us for a sampling of family-friendly board games and a light snack!  Pictureka will be the main game with a sampling of similar titles.

Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Drop in to join us for a sampling of family-friendly board games and a light snack!  Pictureka will be the main game with a sampling of similar titles.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Preschool Storytime (ages 3-5)

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Youth Program Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Children
Preschool Storytime:

This storytime is designed to help build reading readiness and kindergarten readiness skills and features longer books that are accompanied by a variety of activities, in...

Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Children
Program Type: Storytime

Preschool Storytime

This storytime is designed to help build reading readiness and kindergarten readiness skills and features longer books that are accompanied by a variety of activities, including flannel boards, dramatics, and songs.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Let’s Talk Picture Books: Birds

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Facebook at CGPL
Program Type:
Virtual Program
Age Group:
Youth, Children
Event Details:

Celebrate the Great American Backyard Bird Count with these fun picture books about birds!

Virtual Event
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Facebook
Age Group: Youth, Children
Program Type: Virtual Program
Event Details:

Celebrate the Great American Backyard Bird Count with these fun picture books about birds!

Construction Club (ages 6-11)

Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Games & Activities
Age Group:
Youth, Children, Tweens
Construction Club:

Two hours of free play will give kids the opportunity to get creative and build anything they choose with LOTS of LEGO. Work on your own creations or build as a team. The library w...

Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Games & Activities

Construction Club

Two hours of free play will give kids the opportunity to get creative and build anything they choose with LOTS of LEGO. Work on your own creations or build as a team. The library will provide the LEGOs, you provide the imagination!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Great American Backyard Bird Count (ages 6-11)

Thursday, February 6, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Class / Workshop
Age Group:
Youth, Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Learn how you can participate in the Great American Backyard Bird Count, create a small birdhouse ornament, and take home a free book about birds! 

Required
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Class / Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Learn how you can participate in the Great American Backyard Bird Count, create a small birdhouse ornament, and take home a free book about birds!

 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Science Rocks (ages 6-11)

Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Youth Program Room at CGPL
Program Type:
STEM / STEAM
Age Group:
Youth, Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Join our favorite scientist, Becky Hicks, for some exciting science experiments!

Required
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Children, Tweens
Program Type: STEM / STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Join our favorite scientist, Becky Hicks, for some exciting science experiments!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Preschool Storytime (ages 3-5)

Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Youth Program Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Children
Preschool Storytime:

This storytime is designed to help build reading readiness and kindergarten readiness skills and features longer books that are accompanied by a variety of activities, in...

Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Children
Program Type: Storytime

Preschool Storytime

This storytime is designed to help build reading readiness and kindergarten readiness skills and features longer books that are accompanied by a variety of activities, including flannel boards, dramatics, and songs.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Pokémon Battle Academy (ages 6-11)

Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Forum / Speaker, Games & Activities
Age Group:
Youth, Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Drop in to learn how to battle Pokémon! Use one of the library’s decks or bring your own!

Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Children, Tweens
Program Type: Forum / Speaker, Games & Activities
Event Details:

Drop in to learn how to battle Pokémon! Use one of the library’s decks or bring your own!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Puzzle Swap Drop Off (all ages)

All Day 2/15 - 2/16
Adult Services at CGPL
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Youth, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join us for another fun puzzle swap! Bring in your old puzzles (with all pieces included) and swap them out for new-to-you puzzles. Drop off puzzles at the Information Desk an...

Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Adult Services
Age Group: Youth, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Join us for another fun puzzle swap!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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.

Library Closed

All Day
CGPL

The library is closed for Presidents' Day.

Closing
Branches:
CGPL
Description:

The library is closed for Presidents' Day.

Puzzle Swap Drop Off (all ages)

All Day 2/18 - 2/21
Adult Services at CGPL
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Youth, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join us for another fun puzzle swap! Bring in your old puzzles (with all pieces included) and swap them out for new-to-you puzzles. Drop off puzzles at the Information Desk an...

Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Adult Services
Age Group: Youth, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Join us for another fun puzzle swap!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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.

Preschool Storytime (ages 3-5)

Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Youth Program Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Children
Preschool Storytime:

This storytime is designed to help build reading readiness and kindergarten readiness skills and features longer books that are accompanied by a variety of activities, in...

Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Children
Program Type: Storytime

Preschool Storytime

This storytime is designed to help build reading readiness and kindergarten readiness skills and features longer books that are accompanied by a variety of activities, including flannel boards, dramatics, and songs.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Kind Bomb the Library (ages 6-11)

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Arts & DIY
Age Group:
Youth, Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Valentine’s Day may be over but our love for spreading kindness never ends! Join us to craft uplifting messages and hide them around the library to brighten someone’s day.

Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & DIY
Event Details:

Valentine’s Day may be over but our love for spreading kindness never ends! Join us to craft uplifting messages and hide them around the library to brighten someone’s day.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Fantastic Creatures & Where They Are Found (all ages)

Saturday, February 22, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Youth Program Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Class / Workshop, Forum / Speaker, Performance
Age Group:
Youth, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Animal Tales is bringing some friends to the library! Fantastic Creatures features a variety of exotic animals from all around the world. Get up close and personal with these amazi...

Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Class / Workshop, Forum / Speaker, Performance
Event Details:

Animal Tales is bringing some friends to the library! Fantastic Creatures features a variety of exotic animals from all around the world.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Puzzle Swap (all ages)

Saturday, February 22, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Praxair Program Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Youth, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join us for another fun puzzle swap! Bring in your old puzzles (with all pieces included) and swap them out for new-to-you puzzles. Drop off puzzles at the Information Desk an...

Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Praxair Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Join us for another fun puzzle swap!

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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.

Bite-Sized Chefs (ages 6-11)

Monday, February 24, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Youth, Children, Tweens
Bite-Sized Chefs:

Each month, build your recipe repertoire by exploring creative culinary techniques that are easy and pleasing to the eye. Create and enjoy a sample at the library, then take home t...

Required
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Children, Tweens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 20

Bite-Sized Chefs

Each month, build your recipe repertoire by exploring creative culinary techniques that are easy and pleasing to the eye. Create and enjoy a sample at the library, then take home the recipe ideas to dazzle your family and friends!

Help us be mindful of allergies; if you have any concerns, please call and ask prior to registering.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Acknowledgement

This event is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by the Missouri State Library, a division of the Office of the Secretary of State.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Preschool Storytime (ages 3-5)

Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Youth Program Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Youth, Children
Preschool Storytime:

This storytime is designed to help build reading readiness and kindergarten readiness skills and features longer books that are accompanied by a variety of activities, in...

Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Children
Program Type: Storytime

Preschool Storytime

This storytime is designed to help build reading readiness and kindergarten readiness skills and features longer books that are accompanied by a variety of activities, including flannel boards, dramatics, and songs.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

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.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Let's Talk Board Games: Nice Buns

Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at 7:00pm - 7:15pm
Facebook at CGPL
Program Type:
Virtual Program
Age Group:
Youth, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Watch as the Youth Staff teach you this family-friendly game - Nice Buns! Then join us tomorrow for Game and Gather from 3-5 pm to play this game and similar titles with your famil...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Facebook
Age Group: Youth, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Virtual Program
Event Details:

Watch as the Youth Staff teach you this family-friendly game - Nice Buns!