Join us for the first discussion in our Adult Summer Reading Program. Dr. Kate Wilson will lead us in a discussion of the first eight books of The Odyssey.
This project is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act, as administered by the Missouri State Library, a division of the Office of the Secretary of State.
Join us in the auditorium for a lecture on Emily Wilson’s translation of The Odyssey, presented by Classics scholar Dr. Kate Wilson. Dr. Wilson is a senior lecturer in the John and Penelope Biggs Department of Classics at Washington University in St. Louis, where she frequently teaches Greek mythology and Homeric epic, both in English and Greek. She received her PhD from the University of Pennsylvania, and she works on Greek literature and culture, with a particular focus on interactions with the natural world and concepts of work in the ancient world. She relishes any opportunity to talk about Homer that comes her way.
This project is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act, as administered by the Missouri State Library, a division of the Office of the Secretary of State.
Pick up your copy of The Odyssey, translated by Emily Henry, and meet your fellow readers! Swing by the UCPL auditorium to grab your book, your reader guide, and learn about all the great events coming up this summer! The first English translation by a woman, this edition gives new insight into the epic Greek poem nearly 3,000 years after its inception.
Please note that this event is for book pickup only — the keynote presentation will take place June 11.
This project is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act, as administered by the Missouri State Library, a division of the Office of the Secretary of State.
You’re invited to an online intimate conversation with bestselling author Rachelle Bergstein as she chats about her newest book The Genius of Judy. This book takes an expansive look at Judy Blume’s life, work, and cultural impact, focusing on her most iconic — and controversial — young adult novels, from Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret to Blubber.
Everyone knows Judy Blume.
Her books have garnered her fans of all ages for decades and sold tens of millions of copies. But why were people so drawn to them? And why are we still talking about them now in the 21st century?
In The Genius of Judy, her remarkable story is revealed as never before, beginning with her as a mother of two searching for purpose outside of her home in 1960s suburban New Jersey. The books she wrote starred regular children with genuine thoughts and problems. But behind those deceptively simple tales, Blume explored the pillars of the growing women’s rights movement, in which girls and women were entitled to careers, bodily autonomy, fulfilling relationships, and even sexual pleasure. Blume wasn’t trying to be a revolutionary — she just wanted to tell honest stories — but in doing so, she created a cohesive, culture-altering vision of modern adolescence.
Blume’s bravery provoked backlash, making her the country’s most-banned author in the mid-1980s. Thankfully, her works withstood those culture wars and it’s no coincidence that Blume has resurfaced as a cultural touchstone now. Young girls are still cat-called, sex education curricula are getting dismissed as pornography, and entire shelves of libraries are being banned. As we face these challenges, it’s only natural we look to Blume, the grand dame of so-called dirty books. This is the story of how a housewife became a groundbreaking artist, and how generations of empowered fans are her legacy, today more than ever.
Grab your popcorn, grab your friend, and join us for a propulsive online conversation with author Liann Zhang as she chats with us about her debut thriller Julie Chan is Dead.
Julie Chan has nothing. Her twin sister has everything. Except a pulse.
Julie Chan, a supermarket cashier with nothing to lose, finds herself thrust into the glamorous yet perilous world of her late twin sister, Chloe VanHuusen, a popular influencer. Separated at a young age, the identical twins were polar opposites and rarely spoke, except for one viral video that Chloe initiated (Finding My Long-Lost Twin And Buying Her A House #EMOTIONAL). When Julie discovers Chloe’s lifeless body under mysterious circumstances, she seizes the chance to live the life she’s always envied.
Julie Chan is Dead is the brilliant, dark, and diabolical debut thriller we’ve all been waiting for.
Join us for an enlightening online webinar to learn how to use anxiety to become more self-accepting, connected to others, and resilient. Author of Thriving with Anxiety, Dr. David H. Rosmarin’s constructive, compassionate, and evidence-based approach will empower you to use anxiety to thrive.
David H. Rosmarin, PhD, is an Associate Professor at Harvard Medical School, a program director at McLean Hospital, and Founder of Center for Anxiety. Through his work as a clinical psychologist, scientist, educator, author, and keynote speaker, David has helped thousands of individuals and organizations to thrive by embracing the emotion of anxiety. His clinical work and research have been featured in Good Morning America, the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, the Boston Globe, and TED.
At our Do Art painting workshops, we will all paint together with our own canvases and canvas paper, all paints, brushes, and canvases provided. A great time to tap into your own creations while sharing the experience and inspiration with others. We will guide through different techniques, paint mixing, shading and help with all creative inquiries.. More than one painting is encouraged and everyone will go home with stickers, and other materials to help further their creativity.
Advanced Registration is Required! Please call 314-727-3150 or email YouthServices@ucitylibrary.org
AGES 13-17
At the Do Art Acting workshop, we will learn about the different visual languages we use with our face, emotions, and body posture. From these, we will try different improv scenarios at random, and see how easy it is to ‘get into ‘character’ and tap into our creative expression through the different visual cues. We will then write our own part to act out!
Advanced Registration is Required! Please call 314-727-3150 or email YouthServices@ucitylibrary.org
AGES 13-17
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