July news from NKCPL

Check out these July programs for adults!
All programs are free and open to the public. Registration is required. Join us!

Sew Fun! Make a Drawstring Bag II thurs july 6 @ 7 pm Come sew with us! In this hands-on session, you'll work on some sewing basics and leave with a one-of-a-kind drawstring bag. This class is FREE, and all supplies--including sewing machines!--are included. With instructor Lisa Ronning. This offering is brought to you by Common Threads, NKCPL's new (mobile-for-the-moment!) Makerspace initiative. Click to register.

Sew Fun! Make Your Own Pocket Pillow II tues july 11 @ 7 pm Come sew with us! In this hands-on session, you'll work on some sewing basics and leave with the case for a sweet pocket pillow. This class is FREE, and all supplies--including sewing machines!--are included. With instructor Lisa Ronning. This offering is brought to you by Common Threads, NKCPL's new (mobile-for-the-moment!) Makerspace initiative. Click to register.

Art in the Garden II thurs july 13 @ 7 pm Almost anything can be art in the garden! Come learn how to use a variety of materials — old tools, lumber, iron, stone, and more — as well as creative planting designs to bring a touch of fun and whimsy to your garden. With instructor Lu Tarr. Click to register.

Make It! Cardstock Constellations II thurs july 20 @ 7 pm Join us for a simple, stellar-themed cardstock-weaving project. Supplies are provided! With instructor Jessy Strohmeyer. Click to register.

Gentle Yoga II tues july 25 @ 6:30 pm Join us for an hour of slow-paced stretching and simple breathing exercises. All levels are welcome! With instructor Susan Bensman. Click to register.

Medicare in Plain English II tues july 25 @ 6:30 pm Join instructor Chris Wilt for a brief informational session on how Medicare works, and how to make it work for you! Can’t make it? Chris will be here on the last Tuesday evening of each month. Click to register.

Special Speaker: Darryl Burton, Exoneree II thurs july 27 @ 7 pm Back at the Library by popular demand! Darryl is a St. Louis native who served 24 years in prison for a murder he did not commit. Come hear about his incredible journey from a life sentence to a new life as a pastor, speaker and writer. Click to register.

Check out these July programs for kids!

Join us for weekly Storytimes!
Mon & Wed @ 11 am and Tues @ 7 pm
No registration required.
Kids of all ages are welcome to attend Children’s programs at NKCPL. Children under age 8 must be accompanied by an adult.

Lego Club II thurs july 20 from 6-8 pm

Drop in anytime between 6-8 pm for some creative Lego fun in the Children's area! Snacks are provided. Want to receive a reminder about this event? Click here!

Animal Tales: Animal Architects II sat july 8 @ 11 am
Animal Tales will be on hand to talk about how animals from all over the world use building skills to survive in the wild. Plan to get up close with some very constructive critters! Click to register.

KidSight Vision Screenings II wed july 12 @ 10:45 am

Come early for Storytime and receive a free vision screening, courtesy of KidSight. This exam screens for a number of vision issues, including nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism. Click to register.

Juggler Brian Wendling II sat july 22 @ 11 am

Join us for an hour of high-energy juggling and comedy with seasoned entertainer Brian Wendling! Click to register.

And don't miss our July programs for teens!

NKCPL is excited to offer a slew of new programs for teens (and tweens!) this summer. Here's what's coming up in June!

Join us each Thursday afternoon for drop-in fun! For participants ages 8-18.

Games & Snacks II thurs july 6 from 2:30-5 pm
Drop in for games and treats! Register here for a day-ahead reminder.

MYO Positivity Board II thurs july 13 from 2:30-5 pm

Come make a cool positivity-inducing collage! Register here for a day-ahead reminder.

Seeing Art Where Others See None II sat july 15 from 2-4 pm
Build a Better World by learning to see art where others see none! All ages welcome. Registration required. Click here to sign up!

Games & Snacks II thurs july 20 from 2:30-5 pm
Drop in for games and treats! Register here for a day-ahead reminder.

MYO Recycled Seed Paper II thurs july 27 from 2-4 pm
Hands-on fun--and leave with something cool. Register here for a day-ahead reminder.

And don't forget about Yuh-Gi-Oh , now happening from 5-8:30 pm on the first Wednesday of the month. Questions about YA events here at NKCPL? Contact Cassie Gill at cgill@nkcpl.org.