Jefferson County Library - Arnold Branch

Join us as we celebrate the 2026 graduates of the 1000 Books Before Kindergarten and 1000 Hours Before High School programs.
Participants must submit all their logs by Wednesday, August 12th to qualify for the graduation.
For all ages! 
Sign-up required! Call 636-296-2204 to register or register at jeffcolib.org events
Date:Tuesday, August 18, 2026 Time:6:00pm - 6:45pm

Local Event: 1000 Books/Hours Graduation 

Jefferson County

Arnold

Missouri

1000 Books/Hours Graduation 

Join us as we celebrate the 2026 graduates of the 1000 Books Before Kindergarten and 1000 Hours Before High School...

Discover how Llama destroys the world through a story, craft, and other activities.
Each attending family will receive a free book to take home.
For ages 3 years &amp; older! 
Sign-up required! Call 636-296-2204 to register or register at jeffcolib.org events
Date:&nbsp;Wednesday, August 19, 2026 Time:&nbsp;3:00pm - 3:30pm

Local Event: Llama Destroys the World: A 1000 Books Program 

Llama Destroys the World: A 1000 Books Program 

Discover how Llama destroys the world through a story, craft, and other activities.
Each attending family will receive a free...

This hands-on workshop reviews important tips for keeping your personal information safe while enjoying the benefits of the internet. Learn how to recognize suspicious emails, tips for safe browsing and best practices for shopping online. 
This Senior Planet from AARP class is being offered through the Senior Planet licensing program, but all adults are welcome. Registration required. Adults. . Call 636-296-2204 to register or register at jeffcolib.org events calendar
Date:Thursday, August 20, 2026 Time:10:00am - 11:00am

Local Event: Staying Safe Online In

Staying Safe Online In

This hands-on workshop reviews important tips for keeping your personal information safe while enjoying the benefits of the...

Join us to talk about the books you've been reading. 
Suggested book list available.
For ages 12-18 years! 
Sign-up required! Call 636-296-2204 to register or register at jeffcolib.org events
Date:Thursday, August 20, 2026 Time:6:45pm - 7:30pm

Local Event: Teen Book Club 

Teen Book Club 

Join us to talk about the books you've been reading. 
Suggested book list available.
For ages 12-18 years! 
Sign-up required!...

Console your sorrows over the end of summer and the start of school with ice cream and music BINGO.
For ages 3 years &amp; older! Date:Monday, August 24, 2026 Time:2:00pm - 4:00pm

Local Event: Back to School Pity Party 

Back to School Pity Party 

Console your sorrows over the end of summer and the start of school with ice cream and music BINGO.
For ages 3 years & older!...

Buying your first home can feel overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be. From Rent to Ready is a free educational seminar designed to help renters and future home buyers understand the home buying process from start to finish.
Hosted by The Property Cousins Real Estate Team, this interactive workshop covers topics such as preparing your finances, understanding credit and loan options, navigating the home search, making an offer, inspections, closing costs, and what to expect after closing. Attendees will also have the opportunity to ask questions and receive guidance tailored to their unique situation.
Whether you're hoping to buy in the next few months or simply exploring your options for the future, this seminar will provide the knowledge, resources, and confidence needed to take the next step toward homeownership.
No sales pitch. No pressure. Just practical information, local expertise, and a clear roadmap to help you move from rent to ready.
Registration required. Teens and Adults. Call 636-296-2204 to register or register at jeffcolib.org events calendar.Date: Monday, August 24, 2026 Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Local Event: .Adulting 101: From Rent to Ready -- First-Time Home Buyer Seminar 

.Adulting 101: From Rent to Ready -- First-Time...

Buying your first home can feel overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be. From Rent to Ready is a free educational seminar...

.Adulting 101: From Rent to Ready -- First-Time Home Buyer Seminar 

Bring your own project and materials and use our sewing equipment to complete projects independently. Staff WILL NOT be available to assist and alteration services are not being offered. No registration required.
Ages 16+ Date: Wednesday, August 26, 2026 Time:1:00pm - 4:00pm

Local Event: DIY Makerspace Open Lab 

DIY Makerspace Open Lab 

Bring your own project and materials and use our sewing equipment to complete projects independently. Staff WILL NOT be...

Take part in a craft that can give back to others! As a celebration of Be Kind to Humankind Week, we are hosting a decorating party for bookmarks and gift tags. Feel free to make them for yourselves, or give them to somebody you appreciate in life! Registration required. Adults. . Call 636-296-2204 to register or register at jeffcolib.org events calendar
Date: Wednesday, August 26, 2026 Time: 5:30pm
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Local Event: Be Kind to Humankind Week - Bookmark and Gift Tag Decorating 

Be Kind to Humankind Week - Bookmark and Gift...

Take part in a craft that can give back to others! As a celebration of Be Kind to Humankind Week, we are hosting a decorating...

Be Kind to Humankind Week - Bookmark and Gift Tag Decorating 

If you enjoy cooking and need some inspiration to try something new, we have just the group for you! Grab our cookbook of the month at the Information Desk, try out a recipe (or several) and come to discuss your results with other foodies. The cookbook for this month is Milk Street Shorts by Christopher Kimball.
Please note that we will not be cooking any food during the meeting.
Registration Required. Adults 18+. Call 636-296-2204 to register or register at jeffcolib.org events calendar 
Date:Friday, August 28, 2026 Time:10:00am - 11:00am

Local Event: Friday Foodie Cookbook Club 

Friday Foodie Cookbook Club 

If you enjoy cooking and need some inspiration to try something new, we have just the group for you! Grab our cookbook of the...

Join us virtually as we read a book and make a simple recipe to eat. 
The Zoom link and ingredient list will be emailed to participants prior to the event.
Book: Mr. S by Monica Arnaldo 
Recipe: Breakfast Sandwiches 
Ingredients: Eggs, Milk, Shredded Cheese, Ham or Cooked Bacon, Salt, Pepper, Breakfast Bread of Choice (Toast, Biscuits, Croissants, Bagels, etc) 
Optional Ingredients: Ham or Cooked Bacon, Shredded Cheese, Chopped Green Onion, Chopped Bell Peppers, Other Omelet Ingredients 
Other Supplies: Bowl, Measuring Cup, Whisk, Non-Stick Cooking Spray, Rimmed Baking Sheet, Cutting Board, Knife, Spatula
For ages 3 years &amp; older! 
Sign-up required! Call 636-296-2204 to register or register at jeffcolib.org events
Date:Monday, August 31, 2026 Time: 4:30 pm-5:15 pm

Local Event: Book & Cook: Breakfast Sandwiches 

Book & Cook: Breakfast Sandwiches 

Join us virtually as we read a book and make a simple recipe to eat. 
The Zoom link and ingredient list will be emailed to...

Join us on the last Monday of each month for a fun and creative collage art session. Most supplies will be provided, so you can jump right in and start creating. You’re also welcome to bring your own items from home to personalize your project—such as notebooks, boxes, or anything else you’d like to transform into something unique.Registration required. Call 636-296-2204 to register or register at jeffcolib.org events calendar
.Date:Monday, August 31, 2026Time:6:00pm - 7:30pm

Local Event: Collage Club 

Collage Club 

Join us on the last Monday of each month for a fun and creative collage art session. Most supplies will be provided, so you can...

Join us at the library for stories and a craft activity centered around a monthly theme. 
 

September 1-Shapes
September 8 - Jungle Safari 
September 14-15 - Monkeys 
September 21-22 - Elephants 
September 28-29 - Tigers
Visit <a href="https://storytimenotes.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">storytimenotes.blogspot.com</a> for extension activities.
A limited number of Story Time crafts will be available for pick up at the Arnold Branch (while supplies last) for those unable to attend in person.
For kids of all ages! Sign-up required! Call 636-296-2204 to register or register at jeffcolib.org events calendar.
Date:&nbsp;Tuesday, September 1, 2026 Time:10:00am - 10:30am

Local Event: Story Time 

Story Time 

Join us at the library for stories and a craft activity centered around a monthly theme.  
 

September 1-Shapes
September 8 -...

Join us on the first Tuesday of every month for a staff-led craft class.
Adults. Registration required. Call 636-296-2204 to register or register at jeffcolib.org events calendar. Date:&nbsp;Tuesday, September 1, 2026 Time:&nbsp;2:00pm - 4:00pm

Local Event: Crafternoon - Miniature Tin Libraries 

Crafternoon - Miniature Tin Libraries 

Join us on the first Tuesday of every month for a staff-led craft class.
Adults. Registration required. Call 636-296-2204 to...

Learn all about native trees during this presentation by Sarah Higgins of MU Extension before going on a nature walk to identify the different trees growing around the library.
For ages 5-14 years! 
Sign-up required! Call 636-296-2204 to register or register at jeffcolib.org events calendar.
Date:Tuesday, September 1, 2026 Time:4:00pm - 5:00pm

Local Event: Kids Time (Experts): Tree Science 

Kids Time (Experts): Tree Science 

Learn all about native trees during this presentation by Sarah Higgins of MU Extension before going on a nature walk to...

Join us to learn how to navigate your smartphone. For both iPhone and Android users. Must bring your own smartphone to class. Bring your login and password to your Apple ID or the email you used to register the phone in order to download apps.
Adults. Registration required. Call 636-296-2204 to register or register at jeffcolib.org events calendar. Date:&nbsp;Wednesday, September 2, 2026 Time:9:30am - 11:00am

Local Event: Smartphone Basics 

Smartphone Basics 

Join us to learn how to navigate your smartphone. For both iPhone and Android users. Must bring your own smartphone to class....

What can you create to meet the Lego building challenges? 
Three Lego building challenges will be given.
For ages 3 years &amp; older! 
Sign-up required! Call 636-296-2204 to register or register at jeffcolib.org events calendar.
Date:&nbsp;Wednesday, September 2, 2026 Time:4:30pm - 5:15pm

Local Event: Lego-Mania Club 

Lego-Mania Club 

What can you create to meet the Lego building challenges? 
Three Lego building challenges will be given.
For ages 3 years &...

Are you looking for a group of friends to chat with while working on your yarn projects? Join the Stitching Club! Bring your current WIP project and make friends while you work! Registration Recommended. Ages 18+ Call 636-296-2204 to register or register at jeffcolib.org events calendar 
Date:&nbsp;Wednesday, September 2, 2026 Time:5:30pm - 7:00pm

Local Event: Stitching Club 

Stitching Club 

Are you looking for a group of friends to chat with while working on your yarn projects? Join the Stitching Club! Bring your...

Thursdays from 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Are you looking for a way to create crafts for a cause? The Charitable Angels have donated handcrafted items to organizations around the area. No sewing experience needed and new volunteers are welcome!
All ages. Date:&nbsp;Thursday, September 3, 2026 Time:9:30am - 12:30pm

Local Event: Charitable Angels 

Charitable Angels 

Thursdays from 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Are you looking for a way to create crafts for a cause? The Charitable Angels have donated...

Join other teen fans to watch anime. 
Ask at Kids Desk for anime to be shown.
Disclaimer: The animes shown at the Teen Anime Club are chosen by the teens to watch from a list selected by JCL librarians. Some of these anime may have a higher rating than others. Please ask at the Kids Desk for the anime to be shown each month and what that anime is rated.
For ages 12-18 years! 
Sign-up required! Call 636-296-2204 to register or register at jeffcolib.org events calendar.
Date:Thursday, September 3, 2026 Time:6:15pm - 7:45pm

Local Event: Teen Anime Club 

Teen Anime Club 

Join other teen fans to watch anime. 
Ask at Kids Desk for anime to be shown.
Disclaimer:  The animes shown at the Teen Anime...

Join us on Fridays from noon to 3:30 for Needles &amp; Hooks, the Arnold Branch’s yarn crafting club. No registration is required and all yarn crafters are welcome!
Ages 14+ Date:Friday, September 4, 2026 Time:12:00pm - 3:30pm

Local Event: Needles & Hooks 

Needles & Hooks 

Join us on Fridays from noon to 3:30 for Needles & Hooks, the Arnold Branch’s yarn crafting club. No registration is required...

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