Join #1 bestselling author Kami Garcia and artist Gabriel Picolo, the creative duo behind DC Comics’ “Teen Titans” graphic novel series, for the ultimate showdown! They will discuss their new book “Teen Titans: Together” on Friday night at the Clark Family Branch. www.slcl.org/authors

Kids and Caregivers check out this cooking class just for you! We'll learn to make Creamy Tomato Pasta at Operation Food Search (1644 Lotsie Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63132). Participants will be chosen by lottery, submit online before August 31 at www.slcl.org/cooking.

Bestselling suspense author Sarah Pekkanen combines a decades-old mystery with spine-tingling paranormal elements in her new book “The Women in White.” Meet the author next week at the Clark Family Branch. www.slcl.org/authors

Join us at the Eureka Hills Branch to learn about the great outdoors in your community with local exhibits, animals and hands on experiences for the whole family- inside and outside the library! Meet Smokey Bear and enjoy a live performance from Ceila. Welcome to all ages. No registration necessary.

Join us at the Florissant Valley Branch for Music Mondays Unplugged featuring Latin Music with Samba Bom! This event is free, registration is not required. Welcome to all ages.

Bestselling author of “Red Queen” fantasy series, Victoria Aveyard takes readers on an epic adventure of love and betrayal amid a brutal war for the high seas. She will discuss her new book “Tempest” on September 16 at the Clark Family Branch. Tickets on sale now: buff.ly/MdZoljM

Check out one of these award-nominated audiobooks to make your summer travel fly by! Request your copy here: buff.ly/qySdFJR

Bestselling young adult author Allison Saft shares an enthralling romantic fantasy in her new book “Immortal Game”! Meet the this Saturday at the Clark Family Branch. www.slcl.org/authors

Explore a different early literacy practice in the month of August at the Daniel Boone Branch. Each child will receive a toy to take home after each session. Recommended for ages 3-5. See full schedule and sign up at buff.ly/FyBUIhL

Investigative Journalist Annie Jacobsen’s edge-of-your-seat new book, “Biological War: A Scenario” unveils the magnitude of the threat. Meet the author Monday night at the Clark Family Branch. www.slcl.org/authors

Introducing the Prologue Society–the new Young Professionals Group of the St. Louis County Library Foundation! Join us on August 20 at Perennial on the Trail to learn more about our group while connecting with fellow young professionals who are passionate about making a difference in our community.

Teen Startup Studio is an engaging six-week introduction to the world of entrepreneurship and product design for teen artists, crafters and makers in grades 9-12. Apply now for a chance to explore what it takes to start a business and turn their creations into cash. buff.ly/yvXYXDC

Celebrate 100 years of the USA’s most legendary highway, Route 66, with this fun family adventure! The Challenge runs from August 1-November 30. Complete five activities to be entered in an electronic raffle for a chance to win a $100 Visa gift card. Details: slcl.beanstack.org

Join #1 bestselling author Kami Garcia and artist Gabriel Picolo, the creative duo behind DC Comics’ “Teen Titans” graphic novel series, for the ultimate showdown! They will discuss their new book “Teen Titans: Together” next week at the Clark Family Branch. www.slcl.org/authors

Just a reminder, the Teen Battle of the Bands event originally scheduled for tonight has been canceled.

Join us at the Clark Family Branch for a public viewing of a gallery of curated staff-created art, and celebrate the creativity that makes our local libraries unique! Live demonstrations and light refreshments will be featured. Welcome to all ages. Sign up at buff.ly/KWR4QJC.

Come see us at Telemundo's Feria Regreso a Clases this Sunday from 2-5pm at St. Joseph Parish Center. We'll be there with Library info and giveaways!

Six SLCL branches are offering a nutritious lunch from Operation Food Search along with fun activities for kids from 12:00-1:00 p.m., Monday-Friday. Pizza Fridays take place each Friday, sponsored by the St. Louis County Library Foundation. www.slcl.org/after-school-meals

Join us for a lecture at the Daniel Boone Branch on “Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band”, one of the most influential albums of our time. Presented by Neil Davis. For teens and adults. Sign up at buff.ly/k3mdKmP.

Discover how informational interviews can help you expand your network, learn about industries and create connections that can lead to referrals, interviews, and job offers. Presented by Jim Beirne, Employability Consultant for the World Bank. For adults. Sign up at buff.ly/WkVUeRh.

Crawl around at the Grand Glaize Branch in an exploration of color while creating a beautiful mess from head to toe. Be prepared for messy fun with a towel and extra clothes for both babies and adults. Recommended for ages 6-18 months. Sign up at buff.ly/z7VVgFn.

Tickets are on sale now for an evening with bestselling novelist John Grisham. He will discuss his latest thriller “The French Illusion” on September 30 at the Clark Family Branch. Tickets: buff.ly/Vf4594O

Nurture your baby's development and make new friends in a relaxed, supportive group for caregivers and pre-walking infants in this six-week session at the Clark Family Branch. Recommended for ages 0-12 months. Sign up at buff.ly/NlrFChI.

Pulitzer Prize-nominated Investigative Journalist Annie Jacobsen will discuss her new book “Biological War: A Scenario” next week at the Clark Family Branch. www.slcl.org/authors

Enjoy an afternoon of creating dinosaur-themed paper airplanes at the Mid-County Branch and compete for prizes for flight distance and design. Welcome to all ages. Sign up at buff.ly/XKBAD2l.

Author Annie Jacobsen hopes for pressure, not panic, from latest apocalyptic release. Meet the author Monday at the Clark Family Branch. @stlmag.bsky.social

Author Annie Jacobsen hopes for pressure, not panic, from latest apocalyptic release

In her bestselling 2024 book, Nuclear War: A Scenario, Pulitzer Prize–nominated author Annie Jacobsen gave readers a highly detailed, heavily researched, minute-by-minute account of how the world migh...

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Use cardboard and other reclaimed supplies to build and create whatever you can imagine at the Grant's View Branch. Recommended for ages 6-12. No registration required.

Helen Keller overcame obstacles and achieved more than anyone ever thought possible! Learn more about this real life hero by visiting the Hero Quest exhibit at the Grand Glaize Branch. Visit 6 of the exhibits and take home a free book! www.slcl.org/hero-quest #America250

Tickets on sale now for an evening with Actors and Podcast Hosts Danielle Fishel, Rider Strong, and Will Friedle! They will discuss their book “Book Meets World: The Definitive Inside Story of the Hit Sitcom Boy Meets World” on November 13 at the Clark Family Branch. Tickets: buff.ly/Wpo0kpW

We're excited to announce an evening with Oscar-winning Actor Ke Huy Quan! He will discuss his new memoir “Never Say Die" on October 1 at the Clark Family Branch with Michelle Li, KSDK news anchor and Co-Founder of The Very Asian Foundation. Tickets: buff.ly/NABFI6D