Name: Explore & Play
Start: 2026-05-09T10:00:00-05:00
Location: Jefferson County Library - Arnold Branch

Jefferson County Library - Arnold Branch

Drop in for a time of unstructured play with sensory toys and activities.
For ages 2-6 years!
 Date:Saturday, May 9, 2026 Time:10:00am - 12:00pm

Local Event: Explore & Play 

Jefferson County

St. Louis Metropolitan Area

Arnold

Missouri

Explore & Play 

Drop in for a time of unstructured play with sensory toys and activities.
For ages 2-6 years!
 Date:Saturday, May 9, 2026...

Are you ready to "Book It" for community literacy? 
 
Join the Jefferson County Library for a no-cost, family foam run on Saturday, April 18th, 2026. This run will be held at Arnold City Park, 2400 Bradley Beach Rd, Arnold, MO 63010, with a timed 5k option OR an untimed 1 mile option. Whether you're ready to run or just here for the fun, this community event sponsored by the Arnold Tourism Commission can be your chance to spring into warmer weather with a little help from your Jefferson County Library! All participants welcome regardless of whether they are JeffCo residents. Run for reading and register TODAY!
 
Registration opening Sunday, February 15th via Start2Finish. Participants MUST register.
Registration open now &gt;&gt;: <a href="https://raceroster.com/events/2026/115492/book-it-foam-run" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Book It - Foam Run</a>
Date:Saturday, April 18, 2026 Time:8:00am - 12:00pm

Local Event: Book It: Foam Run @ Arnold City Park

Book It: Foam Run @ Arnold City Park

Are you ready to "Book It" for community literacy? 
 
Join the Jefferson County Library for a no-cost, family foam run on...

Conduct science experiments with eggs.
For ages 5-12 years! 
Sign-up required! Call 636-296-2204 to register or register at jeffcolib.org events calendar
Date:Saturday, April 18, 2026 Time:3:00pm - 4:00pm and Tuesday April 21 @ 6:00 pm

Local Event: Kids Time: Egg Science 

Kids Time: Egg Science 

Conduct science experiments with eggs.
For ages 5-12 years! 
Sign-up required! Call 636-296-2204 to register or register at...

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, April 22, 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...

Join us for a presentation by Wild Birds Unlimited at 2 PM on how to make one's home bird friendly. Afterwards, talk with local organizations on how you can support conservation in your neighborhood, play bird bingo, and try your hand at conservation crafts. No registration required. All Ages
Tentative Schedule
2-2:30: Presentation by Wild Birds Unlimited
2:30-4: Bird Bingo, Community Organization Tabling, and Conservation Crafts
Tentative Organizations
1. Wild Birds Unlimited
2. MU Extension
3. Missouri Master Naturalists - Miramiguoa Chapter
4. Missouri Prairie Foundation and Grow Native!
5. Wildlife Rehabilitation Clinic
Date:Saturday, April 25, 2026 Time:2:00pm - 4:00pm

Local Event: Birds & Beyond: Connecting Community with Conservation 

Birds & Beyond: Connecting Community with...

Join us for a presentation by Wild Birds Unlimited at 2 PM on how to make one's home bird friendly. Afterwards, talk with local...

Birds & Beyond: Connecting Community with Conservation 

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: I Am Bear by Ben Bailey Smith 
Recipe: Gummy Bear Fizz 
Ingredients: Gummy Bears, Lemon-Lime Soda, Fruit Juice (cranberry, mango, fruit punch, etc), Club Soda 
Optional Ingredients: Ice Cubes, Fresh Fruit Slices (orange, lime, lemon), Sugar, Lemon Juice 
Other Supplies: Tall Clear Glass, Spoon 
Optional Supplies: Straw, Skewer
For ages 3 years &amp; older! 
Sign-up required! ! Call 636-296-2204 to register or register at jeffcolib.org events calendar
Date:Monday, April 27, 2026 Time:4:30pm - 5:15pm

Local Event: Book & Cook: Gummy Bear Fizz 

Book & Cook: Gummy Bear Fizz 

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...

In this intermediate embroidery class, participants will practice free hand embroidery, intermediate stitches such as french knots, and hand sewing. The result will be a beautiful felt bookmark to gift or keep! We will teach a few less common stitches, but participants should have basic embroidery experience. All supplies are provided.
Registration required. Ages 16+ Call 636-296-2204 to register or register at jeffcolib.org events Date:Monday, April 27, 2026 Time:5:00pm - 7:00pm

Local Event: Embroidery Class: Teabag Bookmarks 

Embroidery Class: Teabag Bookmarks 

In this intermediate embroidery class, participants will practice free hand embroidery, intermediate stitches such as french...

Join Mrs. Heather for frog stories, craft, game, and more!
For kids of all ages! 
Sign-up required! ! Call 636-296-2204 to register or register at jeffcolib.org events calendar
Date:Tuesday, April 28, 2026 Time:6:30pm - 7:15pm

Local Event: Get Froggy With It! 

Get Froggy With It! 

Join Mrs. Heather for frog stories, craft, game, and more!
For kids of all ages! 
Sign-up required! ! Call 636-296-2204 to...

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