Jefferson County Library - Arnold Branch

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, October 1, 2026 Time:9:30am - 12:30pm

Local Event: Charitable Angels In

Jefferson County

Arnold

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Charitable Angels In

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...

New York Times bestselling author Christina Lauren will be sharing about the magic of happily ever after's, the writing process, and insight on our favorite romantic comedies. For adults.
Thursday, October 1, 2026 from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM at The Lake at Knotting Hills 1756 Knotting Hills Place in Pevely MO. A complimentary copy of "In a Holidaze" will be given to each attendee. No physical tickets will be distributed, admission lists will be check upon arrival to confirm ticket purchase. 
General admission tickets required for entry. Tickets available while supplies last. Visit jeffcolib.org to purchase a ticket. Tickets are $20.00 per person
Special thanks to Knotting Hills for providing their space at a reduced rate in support of community literacy and education.

Local Event:  An author evening with Christina Lauren

 An author evening with Christina Lauren

New York Times bestselling author Christina Lauren will be sharing about the magic of happily ever after's, the writing...

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, October 1, 2026 Time:&nbsp;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, October 2, 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...

Bond with your baby with stories, sogns, and rhymes.
For ages 0-36 months! 
Sign-up required! Call 636-296-2204 to register or register at jeffcolib.org events calendar
Date:&nbsp;Saturday, October 3, 2026 Time:10:00am - 10:30am

Local Event: Baby & Me: Lapsit 

Baby & Me: Lapsit 

Bond with your baby with stories, sogns, and rhymes.
For ages 0-36 months! 
Sign-up required! Call 636-296-2204 to register or...

MANHATTAN SHORT is the only film festival of its kind. Film lovers will unite in over 500 venues worldwide to view and judge the next generation of filmmakers from around the world when the 29th annual MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival takes place September 24-October 4. The final selections screen simultaneously across the world during a one-week period, when attendees vote for Best Film and Best Actor awards at each participating venue. Every short film selected will automatically become qualified for the 2027 Oscars.
Check jeffcolib.org for screenings at other branch locations and times.
These films are unrated and intended for adults. Registration recommended. Call 636-296-2204 to register or register at jeffcolib.org events calendar.
Date:&nbsp;Saturday, October 3, 2026 Time:1:00pm - 4:30pm

Local Event: Manhattan Short Film Festival 

Manhattan Short Film Festival 

MANHATTAN SHORT is the only film festival of its kind. Film lovers will unite in over 500 venues worldwide to view and judge...

Join us at the library for stories and a craft activity centered around a monthly theme. 
In October, we will be reading about Autumn.
October 5-6: Autumn 
October 13: Animals in Autumn 
October 19-20: Fall Leaves 
October 26-27: Halloween: Trick or Treat Story Time
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;Monday, October 5, 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.  
In October, we will be reading about...

Join us as we watch the animated movie "Winnie the Pooh" (G) as it is shown on the library's big screen. 
Food and drink welcome during the movie.
For all ages! 
(Please note rating of movie) 
Date:&nbsp;Monday, October 5, 2026 Time:11:00am - 12:05pm

Local Event: Monday Movie: Winnie the Pooh 

Monday Movie: Winnie the Pooh 

Join us as we watch the animated movie "Winnie the Pooh" (G) as it is shown on the library's big screen. 
Food and drink...

Upcycle puzzle pieces into framed autumnal art! We'll pick out colored pieces and arrange them into fun seasonal shapes like ghosts, pumpkins, and leaves. All supplies will be provided.
Registration required. Adults 18+ Call 636-296-2204 to register or register at jeffcolib.org events calendar 
Date:&nbsp;Monday, October 5, 2026 Time:5:30pm - 7:30pm

Local Event: Puzzle Piece Mosaic 

Puzzle Piece Mosaic 

Upcycle puzzle pieces into framed autumnal art! We'll pick out colored pieces and arrange them into fun seasonal shapes like...

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, October 6, 2026 Time:&nbsp;2:00pm - 4:00pm

Local Event: Crafternoon 

Crafternoon 

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

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! Sign-up required! Call 636-296-2204 to register or register at jeffcolib.org events calendar
Date:&nbsp;Wednesday, October 7, 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, October 7, 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...

Drop in for a time of unstructured play with sensory toys and activities.
For ages 2-6 years! Date:&nbsp;Saturday, October 10, 2026 Time:10:00am - 12:00pm

Local Event: Explore & Play 

Explore & Play 

Drop in for a time of unstructured play with sensory toys and activities.
For ages 2-6 years! Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026...

Our quilt block sessions have been extended! The theme for this series is “Fall to Pieces”. Continuing with the 9-patch variations, we will be creating with the beautiful colors of the Fall season. All materials are provided.
Cutting, piecing, measuring, template and sewing machine experience are required.
Registration required. Adults+. Call 636-296-2204 to register or register at jeffcolib.org events calendar.
Future sessions: 
Saturday November 7 - 1 p.m.-4 p.m.
Date:&nbsp;Saturday, October 10, 2026 Time:1:00pm - 4:00pm

Local Event: Quilt Block Party - Fall to Pieces 

Quilt Block Party - Fall to Pieces 

Our quilt block sessions have been extended! The theme for this series is “Fall to Pieces”. Continuing with the 9-patch...

Did you know that billions of dollars’ worth of benefits and reduced-cost resources go unclaimed each year? In this lecture, we’ll explore useful tools that can help you find benefits and other money-saving programs for yourself or others. We’ll demonstrate how to search on usa.gov, benefitscheckup.org, and findhelp.org. We’ll also briefly discuss potential savings from Medicare Advantage Plans, utility rebates, and internet companies. 
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:&nbsp;Tuesday, October 13, 2026 Time:&nbsp;2:00pm - 3:00pm

Local Event:  Finding Money-Saving Programs Online 

 Finding Money-Saving Programs Online 

Did you know that billions of dollars’ worth of benefits and reduced-cost resources go unclaimed each year? In this lecture,...

Conduct several spider-themed science experiments.
For ages 5-12 years! 
Sign-up required! Call 636-296-2204 to register or register at jeffcolib.org events calendar
Date:&nbsp;Tuesday, October 13, 2026 Time:&nbsp;6:00pm - 7:00pm
Also Saturday October 17 at 3:00 pm-4:00 pm

Local Event: Kids Time: Spider Science 

Kids Time: Spider Science 

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

Drop in to celebrate Winnie the Pooh's 100th birthday with a craft, photo opportunity, and cake.
For all ages! Date:&nbsp;Wednesday, October 14, 2026 Time:&nbsp;3:45pm - 4:45pm

Local Event: Happy Birthday Winnie the Pooh! 

Happy Birthday Winnie the Pooh! 

Drop in to celebrate Winnie the Pooh's 100th birthday with a craft, photo opportunity, and cake.
For all ages! Date: Wednesday,...

Learn about the artist Ted Harrison before creating a project based on his artwork "Wilderness Wanderers".
For ages 6-14 years! Sign-up required! Call 636-296-2204 to register or register at jeffcolib.org events calendar
Date:&nbsp;Thursday, October 15, 2026 Time:&nbsp;4:30pm - 5:15pm

Local Event: Art Masters Class: Ted Harrison 

Art Masters Class: Ted Harrison 

Learn about the artist Ted Harrison before creating a project based on his artwork "Wilderness Wanderers".
For ages 6-14 years!...

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 calendar
Date:&nbsp;Thursday, October 15, 2026 Time:&nbsp;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!...

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 maple leaf. 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;Saturday, October 17, 2026 Time:10:00am - 12:00pm

Local Event: Embroidery Class: Fall Leaf 

Embroidery Class: Fall Leaf 

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

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