Jefferson County Library - Arnold Branch

Conduct some prehistoric themed science experiments.
For ages 5-12 years! 
Sign-up required! Call 636-296-2204 to register or register at jeffcolib.org events 
Registration for June programs starts Monday, May 18th!
Date:Saturday, June 20, 2026 Time:3:00pm - 4:00pm Tuesday June 23 @ 3:00 pm or 6:00 pm

Local Event: Kids Time: Prehistoric Science | Unearth a Story 

Jefferson County

Arnold

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Kids Time: Prehistoric Science | Unearth a Story 

Conduct some prehistoric themed science experiments.
For ages 5-12 years! 
Sign-up required! Call 636-296-2204 to register or...

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:&nbsp;Wednesday, June 24, 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...

Do you want to improve your green thumb or just make gardening easier? Technology may be the answer. Join us in this introductory lecture to learn about different types of gardening tech. We’ll go over some popular apps and explain their common features that will help you with everything from designing your garden to identifying plants and caring for them. You’ll also learn about outdoor smart irrigation systems and sensors, as well as indoor gardening devices.
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, June 25, 2026 Time:10:00am - 11:00am

Local Event: Gardening Tech at a Glance | Unearth a Story 

Gardening Tech at a Glance | Unearth a Story 

Do you want to improve your green thumb or just make gardening easier? Technology may be the answer. Join us in this...

Join us for a Family Night with crafts, games, and more. 
Must sign-up for start time.
For all ages! 
Sign-up required! Call 636-296-2204 to register or register at jeffcolib.org events 
Registration for June programs starts on Monday, May 18th!
Date:Thursday, June 25, 2026 Time:6:00pm - 6:45pm

Local Event: Night of the Dinosaurs | Unearth a Story 

Night of the Dinosaurs | Unearth a Story 

Join us for a Family Night with crafts, games, and more. 
Must sign-up for start time.
For all ages! 
Sign-up required! Call...

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 Watermelon &amp; Red Birds by Nicole A. Taylor.
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, June 26, 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...

Attention Quilters!!! How many designs from a simple Nine Patch can you make? We don’t know either, but we’re up to the challenge! As we observe America’s 250th birthday, what’s more traditional than quilt creation? Attend this series of quilt block sessions! We will gather at the Arnold Branch to create, collaborate, and share inspiration! All materials are provided and the fabric is, you guessed it….red, white and blue. 
Quilters can attend one or more sessions. Future sessions:.
Saturday, July 25 - 1:30-4 p.m.
Registration required. Adults Call 636-296-2204 to register or register at jeffcolib.org events calendar Date:Saturday, June 27, 2026 Time:1:30pm - 4:00pm

Local Event: Patriotic Piecing -- A Quilting Series | America 250 In

Patriotic Piecing -- A Quilting Series |...

Attention Quilters!!! How many designs from a simple Nine Patch can you make? We don’t know either, but we’re up to the...

Patriotic Piecing -- A Quilting Series | America 250 In

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: How to Bake an American Pie by Karma Wilson 
Recipe: Apple Pie in a Mug 
Ingredients: Flour, Sugar, Baking Powder, Cinnamon, Milk, Butter, Vanilla Extract, Apple Pie Filling 
Other Supplies: Mug, Bowl, Measuring Cups, Measuring Spoons, Whisk, MicrowaveFor ages 3 years &amp; older! 
Sign-up required! Call 636-296-2204 to register or register at jeffcolib.org events 
Date:Monday, June 29, 2026 Time:4:30pm - 5:15pm

Local Event: Book & Cook: Apple Pie in a Mug | America 250 

Book & Cook: Apple Pie in a Mug | America 250 

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...

Learn how to get started with artistic embroidery and learn several basic embroidery stitches. Participants will begin stitching a sampler in the shape of a patriotic star. The class is designed for beginners, but all skill levels are welcome! All supplies are provided. 
Registration required. Ages 16+ Call 636-296-2204 to register or register at jeffcolib.org events calendar Date:&nbsp;Monday, June 29, 2026 Time:5:00pm - 7:00pm

Local Event: Beginner Embroidery | America 250 

Beginner Embroidery | America 250 

Learn how to get started with artistic embroidery and learn several basic embroidery stitches. Participants will begin...

Create your own time capsule to preserve your favorite memories.
For ages 7-14 years! 
Sign-up required! Call 636-296-2204 to register or register at jeffcolib.org events 
Registration for June programs starts Monday, May 18th!
Date:Tuesday, June 30, 2026 Time:6:00pm - 7:00pm

Local Event: Project: Time Capsule | Unearth a Story 

Project: Time Capsule | Unearth a Story 

Create your own time capsule to preserve your favorite memories.
For ages 7-14 years! 
Sign-up required! Call 636-296-2204 to...

Go on a trip through the library to find the different states of the USA.
For all ages! From: Wednesday, July 1, 2026 To July 15

Local Event: Road Trip U.S.A. | America 250

Road Trip U.S.A. | America 250

Go on a trip through the library to find the different states of the USA.
For all ages! From: Wednesday, July 1, 2026 To July 15

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, July 1, 2026 Time:2:00pm - 2:45pm or 4:30 pm

Local Event: Lego-Mania Club | America 250 In

Lego-Mania Club | America 250 In

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 or register online at jeffcolib.org events calendar.
Date:&nbsp;Wednesday, July 1, 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, July 2, 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:&nbsp;Thursday, July 2, 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...

Bring your lunch or other refreshments to eat while watching a family-friendly film on the library's big screen. 
7/3 -- An American Tail (G) 
7/10 -- Atlantis: The Lost Empire (PG) 
7/17 -- Oliver &amp; Company (G) 
7/24 -- The Good Dinosaur (PG) 
7/31 -- Zootopia 2 (PG)
Kids of all ages welcome! 
Please note rating of movie.
Date:&nbsp;Friday, July 10, 2026 Time:11:00am - 12:35pm

Local Event: Friday Movie

Friday Movie

Bring your lunch or other refreshments to eat while watching a family-friendly film on the library's big screen. 
7/3 -- An...

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:&nbsp;Friday, July 3, 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...

Join us at the library for stories and a craft activity centered around a monthly theme. 
This summer, we are going "Unearth a Story" as we read about dinosaurs.
 
July 6-7: Dinosaur Kisses 
July 13-14: What the Dinosaurs Did Last Night 
July 20-21: Kitties on Dinosaurs 
July 27-28: Dinosaur vs. School
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. 
Registration for June programs opens on Monday, May 18th. 
Registration for July programs opens on Monday, June 15th.

Local Event:  Story Time | Unearth a Story 

 Story Time | Unearth a Story 

Join us at the library for stories and a craft activity centered around a monthly theme.  
This summer, we are going "Unearth a...

Join us as Mastodon State Historic Site presents information about Ice Age mammals.
For ages 5-14 years! 
Sign-up required! Call 636-296-2204 to register or register at jeffcolib.org events calendar. 
Registration for July programs starts Monday, June 15th!
Date: Tuesday, July 7, 2026 Time: 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Local Event: Kids Time (Expert): Paleontology Science | Unearth a Story 

Kids Time (Expert): Paleontology Science |...

Join us as Mastodon State Historic Site presents information about Ice Age mammals.
For ages 5-14 years! 
Sign-up required!...

Kids Time (Expert): Paleontology Science | Unearth a Story 

Join us on the first Tuesday of every month for a staff-led craft class.
Adults. Registration required. Call 636-296-2204 or register online at jeffcolib.org events calendar Date:&nbsp;Tuesday, July 7, 2026 Time:2:00pm - 4:00pm

Local Event: Crafternoon - Junk Journal | Unearth A Story 

Crafternoon - Junk Journal | Unearth A Story 

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

This America 250 book discussion will explore William Kent Krueger's modern classic This Tender Land. Over the course of one unforgettable summer during the Great Depression. four orphans journey into the unknown, crossing paths with others who are adrift in this "en­thralling, big-hearted epic that shows how the magnificent American landscape connects u Call 636-296-2204 or register online at jeffcolib.org events calendar
s all, haunts our dreams, and makes us whole."
Registration required. Adults Call 636-296-2204 or register online at jeffcolib.org events calendar
Date:&nbsp;Tuesday, July 7, 2026 Time:6:00pm - 7:00pm

Local Event: America 250 Book Discussion: This Tender Land | America 250 

America 250 Book Discussion: This Tender Land |...

This America 250 book discussion will explore William Kent Krueger's modern classic This Tender Land. Over the course of one...

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