Calendar

Check here for all of the upcoming events at UCPL. If you have questions about any of them, give us a call at 314-727-3150.

Jun
26
Thu
Yoga at the Library
Jun 26 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Join us Thursdays at 6 p.m. in the auditorium for a free one-hour yoga class. Taught by independent yoga instructor Paul Cunningham, the class is open to all levels of yoga practitioners. Cunningham will teach basic-level yoga postures, breathwork, and dynamic movements designed to increase range of mobility in our joints and muscles. Options will be offered for increased challenge for those who want to go deeper into poses, as well as variations to make poses more accessible as needed.

The yoga class is intended for adults and teens. Please bring your own yoga mat. To register, please call the reference desk at 314-727-3150 or email reference@ucitylibrary.org.

Jun
27
Fri
Youth Summer Reading – Kids in the Kitchen for Ages 6 to 9
Jun 27 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Kids in the Kitchen encourages young people to eat healthier meals and snacks as a result of hands-on cooking experiences. Youth participants learn to prepare simple, healthy foods they can make for themselves and their family members. Each lesson includes kid-friendly handouts such as recipes and tips for how to use kitchen equipment safely.

THIS CAMP IS ON A WAITLIST! Call 314-727-3150 or email YouthServices@ucitylibrary.org to be added to the waitlist.

AGES 6-9

Jun
30
Mon
Chair Yoga for Seniors
Jun 30 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Seniors are invited to join us for weekly chair yoga classes every Monday at 1 p.m. in the auditorium. These classes are free and open to all, and are taught by certified yoga instructor and longtime UCPL patron Paula Gold. Call 314-727-3150 or email reference@ucitylibrary.org to register.

Jul
3
Thu
Yoga at the Library
Jul 3 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Join us Thursdays at 6 p.m. in the auditorium for a free one-hour yoga class. Taught by independent yoga instructor Paul Cunningham, the class is open to all levels of yoga practitioners. Cunningham will teach basic-level yoga postures, breathwork, and dynamic movements designed to increase range of mobility in our joints and muscles. Options will be offered for increased challenge for those who want to go deeper into poses, as well as variations to make poses more accessible as needed.

The yoga class is intended for adults and teens. Please bring your own yoga mat. To register, please call the reference desk at 314-727-3150 or email reference@ucitylibrary.org.

Jul
4
Fri
Closed for Independence Day
Jul 4 all-day

The Library will be closed all day Friday, July 4 for Independence Day.

Jul
7
Mon
Chair Yoga for Seniors
Jul 7 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Seniors are invited to join us for weekly chair yoga classes every Monday at 1 p.m. in the auditorium. These classes are free and open to all, and are taught by certified yoga instructor and longtime UCPL patron Paula Gold. Call 314-727-3150 or email reference@ucitylibrary.org to register.

Youth Summer Reading – Kids in the Kitchen Ages 10 to 12
Jul 7 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Kids in the Kitchen encourages young people to eat healthier meals and snacks as a result of hands-on cooking experiences. Youth participants learn to prepare simple, healthy foods they can make for themselves and their family members. Each lesson includes kid-friendly handouts such as recipes and tips for how to use kitchen equipment safely.

Advanced Registration is Required. Call 314-727-3150 or email YouthServices@ucitylibrary.org

Celebrating a Century of Conservation: Shaw Nature Reserve – Past, Present, Future
Jul 7 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Join us in the auditorium for a talk with Quinn Long, Director of Shaw Nature Reserve, who will discuss the history of how the Missouri Botanical Garden acquired this rural land to provide a refuge for plant collections threatened by air pollution–and how it has become a regional leader for ecological restoration, native plant horticulture, and environmental education. The Nature Reserve contributes to a unique visitor experience and fulfills the mission of the Garden towards global plant conservation efforts. Join us as we celebrate the past and look towards a bright future of protecting our regional biodiversity. For more information, email reference@ucitylibrary.org or call 314-727-3150. Intended for adults but open to all ages.

 

 

 

 

 

Jul
8
Tue
Youth Summer Reading – Kids in the Kitchen Ages 10 to 12
Jul 8 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Kids in the Kitchen encourages young people to eat healthier meals and snacks as a result of hands-on cooking experiences. Youth participants learn to prepare simple, healthy foods they can make for themselves and their family members. Each lesson includes kid-friendly handouts such as recipes and tips for how to use kitchen equipment safely.

Advanced Registration is Required. Call 314-727-3150 or email YouthServices@ucitylibrary.org

Youth Summer Reading – Teen Craft & Snack
Jul 8 @ 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm

A laid back late afternoon at U City library! Teens can bring their own craft projects to work on, create something from provided supplies, or just sketch and relax. Chill music, snacks, and craft supplies are on us.