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August 2019
Mondays in October with Sheree K Nielsen
Come join us as Sheree K Nielsen reads from her newest poetry and photography collection, Mondays in October. Her book is about learning to slow down, and live a simpler life. Who doesn’t want that in their life nowadays? There will be libations to sip and savor and a drawing for a matted beach print at the end of the presentation. This is a free event. To purchase any of Sheree K Neilsen’s books before the event ORDER A former…
September 2019
Don’t Call ‘Em Mocktails; How to Make Low and No Alcohol Cocktails
Low and non alcoholic (spirit free) drinks are popular as of late and you will learn the tricks to have your cocktail and drink it too. Matt and Beth Sorrell started Cocktails Are Go to show folks how easy it is to make great cocktails without spending a lot of money on extravagant bottles. We focus on using quality, easy to find ingredients and show you how to make a perfectly balanced drink every time. Powered by Eventbrite
J.C. Cervantes – The Fire Keepers – St Louis County Library
J.C. Cervantes shares the second installment in her hit series from Disney Books’s Rick Riordan Presents based on Mayan mythology. In this fiery and fast-paced sequel to “The Storm Runner,” the gang is back together again with spirited new characters, sneaky gods, Aztec royalty, unlikely alliances, and secrets darker than young demigod Zane Obispo could ever have imagined. Secrets that will change him forever. Doors open at 6 pm Pre-order a copy of “The Fire Keepers” HERE
HOW TO DRAW CAPTAIN UNDERPANTS with Mr. Todd *SOLD OUT*
***THIS CLASS IS SOLD OUT*** HOW TO DRAW CAPTAIN UNDERPANTS with Mr. Todd (NEW CLASS!) SUNDAY, SEPT.8 (1-2pm) AGES: 6-9 – $10 PER CHILD ALL MATERIALS INCLUDED Does your child obsess with drawing egg shaped characters who also happen to be superheroes? If so, then this class is for you! Mr. Todd will teach step by step instruction in how to draw two characters from the CAPTAIN UNDERPANTS series! Characters Taught: TBD Limited seating, sign up ASAP! Registration OPENS 8/11/19…
September Novel Neighbor Bookclub – “My Sister, the Serial Killer”
The Novel Neighbor Book Club meets on the second Monday of every month at 7 pm – and everyone is welcome! This month’s title is “My Sister, the Serial Killer” by Oyinkan Braithwaite. To order a copy for store pickup or delivery HERE Summary “Pulpy, peppery and sinister, served up in a comic deadpan…This scorpion-tailed little thriller leaves a response, and a sting, you will remember.”–NEW YORK TIMES “The wittiest and most fun murder party you’ve ever been invited to.”–MARIE…
Author Luncheon with Kassandra Montag
Please join us for a luncheon with award-winning poet and fiction writer, Kassandra Montag to discuss her incredible new novel, “After The Flood.” Ticket includes lunch, author discussion, and signed hardcover of “After The Flood.” Book signing will follow lunch and presentation. About the book: An inventive and riveting epic saga, After the Flood signals the arrival of an extraordinary new talent. A little more than a century from now, our world has been utterly transformed. After years of slowly…
Author Christopher Leonard – “Kochland” – St Louis County Library
The annual revenue of Koch Industries is bigger than that of Goldman Sachs, Facebook, and U.S. Steel combined, but few people know much about Koch Industries. For five decades, CEO Charles Koch has kept Koch Industries quietly operating in deepest secrecy, with a view toward very, very long-term profits. Seven years in the making, business reporter Christopher Leonard’s “Kochland” reads like a true-life thriller, with larger-than-life characters driving the battles on every page. The book tells the ambitious tale of…
Art Class: Up-cycled Book Pages Pendant Lamp
Join us for a night of creativity as we reclaim and recycle old books to create beautiful pendant lamps. All materials provided* for this crafty project that will look beautiful in any book-lover’s home! Instructor: Sarah Hassing, a beloved art instructor from The College School, will be leading this fantastic class! Ages 16+ Feel free to bring along snacks and some wine! Class size is limited to 20, but a waitlist is available. *Wiring kit not included. Powered by Eventbrite
September Novel Neighbor Romance Book Club – “Duchess by Design”
The Novel Neighbor Romance Book Club will meet on the second Thursday of every month at 7 pm – and everyone is welcome! This month’s title is “Duchess by Design” by Maya Rodale. To order your copy for home delivery or store pickup HERE Summary In the first novel of Maya Rodale’s enthralling new series, an English duke vows to make an American seamstress his duchess… In Gilded Age Manhattan, anything can happen… Seeking a wealthy American bride who can…
Tween Book Club – “Real Friends” by Shannon Hale & LeUyen Pham
Every month we invite your tween readers to join us for a book club tailored just for them! Book club is held the second Friday of each month at 4:30 pm and no registration is required! The next book club will be held on September 13th and the book selection is “Real Friends” by Shannon Hale & LeUyen Pham The book can be ordered online for store pickup HERE Summary “Fresh and funny.” —New York Times Book Review Newbery Honor author…