ST. CHARLES CITY-COUNTY LIBRARY DISTRICT

July 2015 - Adult Programs

AUTHOR PROGRAMS

ADULT SUMMER READING PROGRAM

LYNN CAHOON, KILLER RUNSpencer Road Branch Monday, Aug. 24 7:00 pm

KRISTAN HIGGINS, IF YOU ONLY KNEWSpencer Road Branch Wed., Sept. 2 7:00 pm

DAVID FITZSIMMONS, CURIOUS CRITTERS: MARINEFrom award-winning photographer and writer David FitzSimmons, Curious Critters: Marine features some of North America’s most incredible marine animals captured through the award-winning photography of David FitzSimmons. Spencer Road Branch Thursday, July 16 7:00 pm

Books will be sold by Main Street Books.

COMING SOON...

PHOTO CONTEST FOR ALL AGESJoin us for the Second Annual Summertime Digital Photo Contest offered to all ages! See the website for contest details. Winners will receive ca$h prizes! Good Luck! Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY 101 - BEGINNER CLASSParticipants need to bring their own camera and manual to this class. Kisker Road BranchWednesday, July 15 6:30-8:30 pmK. Linnemann BranchMonday, July 20 6:30-8:30 pmCorporate Parkway BranchWednesday, July 22 6:30-8:30 pm

NEWBORN PHOTOGRAPHYSpencer Road BranchThursday, July 23 7:00-8:00 pm

LEARN PHOTO COMPOSITION FOR TEENSLibrary Express WingHaven®

Monday, July 6 4:00-5:00 pm

ESCAPE THE ORDINARY! ADULT SUMMER READING PROGRAMSign up at any Library Branch. For 20 hours of reading you will receive a way cool prize and an entry into the grand prize drawing! Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.St. Charles City-County Library DistrictMonday, June 1 – Saturday, August 1

TELESCOPES @ THE LIBRARYCheck out a telescope from the Library! Our partner, the Astronomical Society of Eastern Missouri, is holding several Star Parties at our branches so that you can get to know the telescopes and even take a look at the night sky.

STAR PARTYBring the whole family and join experts from the Astronomical Society to view our amazing universe through telescopes. Get hands-on instruction to use the telescopes that are available for check-out at our Regional and General Purpose branches. All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

McClay BranchThursday, July 23 7:30-9:00 pmDeer Run BranchWednesday, July 29 7:30-9:00 pm

Corporate Parkway BranchMonday, Aug. 24 7:30-9:00 pmKisker Road BranchThursday, Aug. 27 7:30-9:00 pm

S P E C I A L C LO S I N G N OT I C E SThe Library is Closed all day

Saturday, July 4 & Sunday, July 5 for the Fourth of July Holiday.

Register online at www.youranswerplace.org or call the Library

ADVENTURES AT THE LIBRARY: TABLE-TOP GAMINGJoin our Library Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) group for some tabletop adventuring. Registration is required. Ages 13 and up!McClay BranchSaturday, July 18 1:00-5:00 pm

GUITAR CLUBYou should have at least one year experience playing your guitar.Deer Run BranchTuesday, July 28 6:30-8:00 pm

BUSINESS

MORNINGSTAR WEBINAR: 5 KEYS TO RETIREMENT INVESTINGMorningstar’s Director of Public Finance, Christine Benz, as part of Morningstar’s 2015 Financial Literary, will discuss the key components to be aware of when investing for your retirement. This session will cover asset allocation, investment selection, withdrawal strategies, estate planning, and more.Spencer Road BranchWednesday, July 22 5:30-7:00 pm

GENEALOGY

GENEALOGY LABAre you having trouble using Ancestry Library Edition, Heritage Quest or one of our genealogical databases? Staff will help you navigate and improve your research skills.K. Linnemann BranchTuesday, July 21 10:00-11:30 am

TECHNOLOGY

COMPUTER OPEN LABBring your technology questions and get hands-on help!Spencer Road BranchFridays 10:00 am-12:00 pmWednesdays 2:00-4:00 pmK. Linnemann BranchWednesdays, July 8,15, 22 & 29 2:30-4:30 pm

MOVIES

AFTERNOON THEATER - ESCAPE THE ORDINARYThe Theory of Everything (2014) PG-13. Light snacks provided & sign up for the adult summer reading program!

Kisker Road BranchTuesday, July 7 1:30-3:30 pm

DOCUMENTARY FILM & DISCUSSION SERIESThe King of Kong: A Fistful of Quarters (2007) PG-13. A moderated discussion will follow the film.

Spencer Road BranchTuesday, July 14 6:30-8:30 pm

FUN AND GAMES

MAH JONGG BASICSMcClay BranchMondays 1:00-3:15 pm

BEGINNING BRIDGE (8 sessions) Gather your friends, relatives, and neighbors for an afternoon of fun learning how to play bridge. Registration is limited. Please provide your own deck of cards.Spencer Road BranchTuesdays, July 7-August 25 1:30-3:00 pm

APPLES TO APPLES MEETS APPETIZERSHow well do you know your friends? Prove it by playing in the Apples to Apples marathon! Prizes will be awarded. Bring the friends you know the best for a better chance at winning! Register as a team or as an individual. This is a 21+ event. Offsite Event Location - The Tap House Pub 9015 Veterans Memorial Parkway, O’Fallon, MO 63366Thursday, July 9 7:00-9:00 pm

SATURDAY MORNING CHESS CLUBNo registration required. Just drop in! No teacher/instruction provided. Ages 12 and up.Middendorf-Kredell BranchSaturdays (except July 4) 9:00 am-12:00 pm

eREADER ONE ON ONE HELP SESSIONCall for an appointment for eReader help on your device. Call - 978-3261Deer Run BranchFridays 2:00-4:00 pm

INTRO TO MICROSOFT EXCEL 2013 (6 Sessions) Before you take this course, you should have experience with the computer and the Windows operating systemK. Linnemann BranchTuesdays, July 7-August 11 6:30-8:45 pm

LEGO ROBOTICS: FAMILY NIGHTLearn Programming by solving challenges with a LEGO Mindstorm EV3 robot utilizing STEM (science, technology, engineering, math, concepts).Spencer Road BranchWednesday, July 8 7:00-8:30 pm

INTRODUCTION TO MICROSOFT WORD 2013 (6 Sessions) Before you take this course, you should have experience with the computer and the Windows operating system Spencer Road BranchSaturdays, July 11 – Aug. 15 9:30-11:30 am

DATING IN THE DIGITAL AGEGet practical advice about finding love online.Middendorf-Kredell BranchSaturday, July 11 2:00-3:30 pm

MICROSOFT WORD ONLINE!In this class you’ll learn the basics of Office Online use, including the use of OneDrive, Microsoft’s cloud storage solution. Bring your email address and password with you (if you don’t have an email, one can be set up during the class).Corporate Parkway BranchMonday, July 13 1:30-3:30 pm

iPAD iOS 8 (2 SESSIONS)You must be able to attend both classes. Please bring your own iPad fully charged.Spencer Road BranchWednesday, July 15 & 22 9:30 am-12:30 pm

ANDROID TABLET ESSENTIALSLearn the basic skills you need to use your Android tablet or phone.Corporate Parkway BranchThursday, July 23 9:30 am-12:30 pm

Register for programs online at www.youranswerplace.org or call the library

AFTERNOON NEEDLERS: MODERN SAMPLER PILLOWSee the website or call the branch for a materials list. (636) 441-6454McClay BranchThursday, July 9 1:30-4:00 pm

BEADING BASICS - Hemp & Bead Anklet Tools and supplies provided. Registration required.Corporate Parkway BranchThursday, July 9 7:00-9:30 pm

FELT CLUB: CATCH UP DAYWork on what we’ve presented so far this year. Bring your patterns and supplies.McClay BranchSaturday, July 11 9:00 am-1:00 pm

HATS FOR TROOPS PROJECTDonate your time, yarn, and skill to make hats for active, wounded, and hospitalized soldiers. Spencer Road BranchMondays, July 13 & 27 1:00-2:30 pm

CRAFTING FOR CHARITYJoin us to craft for charity-knit for the NICU, crochet for the VA, or bring whatever craft you’d like to work on.McClay BranchTuesdays, July 14 & 28 12:30-3:00 pm

INTRODUCTION TO CREATIVE DRAWINGExplore different approaches in creating original art. View a live demonstration by local artist, Marc Moellinger, on creative drawing. Registration required for all attending.Corporate Parkway BranchWednesday, July 15 7:00-8:00 pm

EVENING QUILTERS: SUMMER QUILTSee the website or call the branch for a materials list and details. (636) 441-6454McClay BranchThursday, July 16 5:00-7:30 pm

YARNS, BOOKS AND CROCHET HOOKSStop in and share your crochet ideas and skills or just sit with us and quietly crochet. Basic knowledge of crochet is preferred.K. Linnemann BranchWednesday, July 22 2:30-4:00 pm

FREEGAL MUSIC INSTRUCTION CLASSK. Linnemann BranchMonday, July 27 3:00-5:00 pm

BEYOND FACEBOOK: KEEPING YOUR KIDS SAFE ON SOCIAL MEDIA

Learn how your tweens and teens are using this technology, how to manage their privacy settings, and tools to teach them good digital etiquette.

Middendorf-Kredell BranchMonday, July 27 7:00-8:30 pm

MODERN PARENTINGThe Modern Parenting series explores a new topic each month. Join us for future sessions to learn about baby-wearing, attachment parenting, and singing to your children!

LULLABY CLUBDrop in each week to learn lullabies and songs to sing to your little ones. Children welcome!McClay BranchThursdays, June 10:00 -10:30 am

NEWBORN PHOTOGRAPHYSpencer Road BranchThursday, July 23 7:00-8:00 pm

CRAFT PROGRAMS

CHEMO CAPSSpencer Road BranchTuesdays 12:30-4:00 pmThursdays 6:30-8:45 pm

LET’S CROCHETSpencer Road BranchWednesdays 1:00-2:30 pm

KNIT-A-LONGCome join us for a night of knitting/crocheting. Bring your latest project to share.McClay BranchTuesday, July 7 6:30-8:30 pm

KNITTING CLUBBring your latest project and join us as we knit, talk, and share.South County BranchThursdays 2:00-4:00 pm

CRAFT & SEW WORKDAY - FINISH YOUR PROJECTSThe room is reserved...bring your unfinished projects and get ‘em done! Bring a lunch.McClay BranchSaturday, July 25 9:00 am-3:00 pm

OTHER PROGRAMS

COUPON EXCHANGEMcClay Branch1:00pm Tuesday to 9:00pm WednesdayDeer Run Branch9:00am Wednesday to 5:00pm Friday

LET’S TALK ABOUT IT!: NEWS & CURRENT EVENTS DISCUSSION GROUPThe discussion will be moderated by Library staff.K. Linnemann BranchWednesday, July 1 2:00-3:30 pm

DATING IN THE DIGITAL AGELearn tips on how to keep yourself safe while looking for Mr. or Ms. Right. Special guest will be Dr. Annette Vaillancourt, an online dating expert.Middendorf-Kredell BranchSaturday, July 11 2:00-3:30 pm

STORY SWAPJoin area storytellers Mary Garrett and Michael Bennett and others to hear and tell stories for all ages. Folk tales, personal stories, tall tales, myths -- all welcome!McClay BranchMonday, July 13 6:30-8:00 pm

“CHAT” UP A BOOKBring a favorite book or a book you are currently reading and tell us why you like it!Kisker Road BranchTuesday, July 21 2:00-3:00 pm

WRITERS CORNER

WRITE YOUR BOOK @ THE LIBRARYIf you’ve ever thought about writing a novel (or even if you haven’t) please join us each Saturday and give the writer’s life a try! Hosted by Saturday Writers, a chapter of the Missouri Writers’ Guild.Spencer Road Branch Saturdays (except July 4) 2:30-5:30 pm

Register for programs online at www.youranswerplace.org or call the library

KISKER ROAD BRANCH1000 Kisker Rd; St. Charles - 926-READ

LIBRARY EXPRESS at DISCOVERY VILLAGE 378 Shadow Pines Drive; Wentzville - 332-6476

LIBRARY EXPRESS at WINGHAVEN®

7435 Village Ctr. Dr.; O’Fallon - 561-3385

McCLAY BRANCH2760 McClay Rd.; St. Charles - 441-7577

MIDDENDORF-KREDELL BRANCH2750 Hwy. K; O’Fallon 63368 - 978-7997

NORTH COUNTY BRANCH1825 Commonfield Road; Portage des Sioux - 753-3070

SOUTH COUNTY BRANCH198 Jackson St; Augusta - 228-4855

SPENCER ROAD BRANCH427 Spencer Road;St. Peters - 441-0522

BOONE’S TRAIL BRANCH#10 Fiddlecreek Plaza; New Melle - 398-6200

CORPORATE PARKWAY BRANCH1200 Corporate Pkwy; Wentzville 332-9966

DEER RUN BRANCH1300 North Main; O’Fallon - 978-3261

KATHRYN LINNEMANN BRANCH2323 Elm Street; St. Charles - 946-0789

If a sign interpreter or any special assistance is needed for a program, please call the branch at least seven days in advance.

BRANCH LOCATIONS & PHONE NUMBERS

A SAMPLING OF AUGUST ADULT BOOK DISCUSSIONS • Sponsored by the FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY

For a complete list of all August Book Discussions and to register for programs visit www.youranswerplace.org Corporate Parkway BranchThe Mountains Echoed - by Khaled Hosseini1:30pm – 2nd Wednesday (August 12)

Spencer Road BranchA Walk in the Woods - by Bill Bryson7:00pm – 3rd Thursday (August 20)

Deer Run BranchDry Grass of August - by Anna Jean Mayhew 10:00am – 3rd Thursday (August 20)

BETTER CHOICES, BETTER HEALTH- DIABETESLiving with diabetes can present many challenges, such as knowing how and when to eat, living your life so you can avoid complications, and getting the support you want from family and friends. A Better Choices, Better Health-Diabetes workshop, developed and tested at Stanford University, can help you manage these concerns. Anyone 18 years or older with Type II diabetes can attend this workshop. Registration required. Fee: $15 per participant. Call 636-928-9355 or go to www.BJCStCharlesCounty.org to register.Spencer Road Branch Wednesdays July 8 – Aug. 19 6:00-8:30 pmPresented in partnership with Barnes Jewish St. Peters and Progress West Hospitals and OASIS.

MEDICATION MANAGEMENT & NUTRITION - CAREGIVER CLASSGet tips for setting up, storing, recording and managing medication. Also, get tips from a registered dietitian to help meet dietary requirements and manage physician prescribed diets. For more information call 636-916-9830.Middendorf-Kredell BranchThursday, July 9 1:30-3:00 pmSponsored by BJC Hospice/Supportive Care.

DRUGGING OUR FUTUREDEA Task Force Officer, Juan Wilson, will discuss the epidemic of prescription drug abuse and heroin addiction facing the St. Charles Community. Learn how prescription drug abuse can lead to heroin use, and how access to dangerous drugs like heroin has become easier than ever. Officer Wilson will also talk about how to recognize signs of prescription and illegal drug abuse.Middendorf-Kredell BranchSaturday, July 18 2:00-4:00 pm10 Hospital Dr.

2 Progress Point ParkwaySt. Peters, MO 63376 O’Fallon, MO 63368

For more information call (636) 441-2300 or visit:

www.stchlibraryfriends.org

ST. CHARLES CONVENTION CENTEROne Convention Center Plaza, St. Charles 63303

Exit I-70 at 5th Street and go South. Turn right on Veterans Memorial Parkway.

FRIDAY, JULY 17 9 am – 12 pm - Friends members only admission

12 pm – 9 pm - Open to the general public.

SATURDAY, JULY 18 9am – 7 pm - Open to the general public.

SUNDAY, JULY 19 10 am – 3 pm - Open to the general public.