This summer, the St. Louis Public Library is hosting a variety of SLPL Youth Summer Special Events for all ages!
Join us for exciting activities, hands-on learning and plenty of fun. Whether you come to one event or many, there’s something for everyone!
JUNE 6 / 10:30 AM / BARR LIBRARY
Reptiles and Amphibians of Missouri
Learn about Missouri's native reptile and amphibian population, see animals up close and ask animal experts about their careers in conservation. Ages 3 and up.
JUNE 10 / 10:30 AM / KINGSHIGHWAY LIBRARY
Celia's Sing Along Dance Party
This world-famous, one-woman show is a rockin', stompin', hollerin' good time! Wear your dancing shoes to this all-ages party because Celia will rock your socks off! Ages Birth-6.
JUNE 13 / 10 AM / SCHLAFLY LIBRARY
Animals of the Endangered Wolf Center
Learn all about the animals at the EWC and what you can do to help endangered species. Attendees will also have a chance to meet an animal ambassador up close! Ages 3 and up.
JUNE 15 / 2 PM / BADEN LIBRARY
Mad Science Presents: Sounds Like Science!
Dig into science with the Mad Scientist as they investigate the science o f sound. Ages 5-12.
JUNE 16 / 10 AM / CARPENTER LIBRARY
All for City Mouse and Other Puppet Tales
Master puppeteer Paul Vandivort brings three fables to life with beautiful, hand-crafted puppets. Ages Birth-6.
JUNE 17 / 10 AM / BUDER LIBRARY
Misfit Marionettes Farm Review
It's a barnyard bonanza! Come meet our friends at the farm and dance, sing and cluck along with the chicken puppets! Ages Birth-6.
JUNE 27 / 10 AM / CENTRAL LIBRARY
The Chef Bananas Show
The Chef Bananas Show combines magic, music, comedy, dancing and mind-bending illusions, with a focus on audience interaction. Ages 2-10.
JUNE 30 / 10 AM / WALNUT PARK LIBRARY
The Three Pigs of Piggyville
A puppet show adaptation of the classic tale performed by "Papa" and Jackie Wright! Ages Birth-6.
JULY 11 / 10:30 AM / CABANNE LIBRARY
Reptiles and Amphibians of Missouri
Learn about Missouri's native reptile and amphibian population, see animals up close and ask animal experts about their careers in conservation. Ages 3 and up.
JULY 16 / 2 PM / CARONDELET LIBRARY
Raptor Basics with World Bird Sanctuary
What i s a raptor? How i s a raptor different from other birds? How do they hunt and where do they live? Learn all this and more i n this Raptor Basics program! Ages 3 and up.
JULY 20 / 2 PM / JULIA DAVIS LIBRARY
Serengeti Steve's Reptile Experience
The reptile zoo that comes t o you! Join Serengeti Steve as h e brings his collection o f snakes, lizards, arachnids and more t o the Library! Ages 6-12.
JULY 24 / 10 AM / BUDER LIBRARY
Native American Storytelling
Professional Storyteller Maria Hussman will share history and stories from her Anishinaabe culture at this one-of-a-kind event. Ages 2-12.
JULY 29 / 2 PM / DIVOLL LIBRARY
The Three Billy Goats Gruff Meet the Mysterious Creature
A puppet show adaptation of the classic tale performed by "Papa" and Jackie Wright! Ages Birth-6.
AUGUST 6 / 2 PM / MACHACEK LIBRARY
Kamishibai: Japanese Paper Theatre
Experience traditional Japanese Kamishibai paper theater. Participants will hear a folk tale then get the chance to sample Japanese candy! Ages Birth-6.
For accessibility accommodations, call 314-241-2288
Born to Read support provided by Dana Brown Charitable Trust and St. Louis Public Library Foundation.