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April 2025 Strategic Planning Committee Meeting

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Penzel Conference Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Board Meeting
Age Group:
Adults
Board & Committee Meetings:

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Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Penzel Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Board Meeting

Board & Committee Meetings

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Library Legends Adult TTRPG: Kickflipping Over a Quantum Centipede!

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Praxair Program Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join us for role-playing adventure in Dungeons and Dragons and beyond! We will have short campaigns telling a complete story arc, with new sessions beginning every four weeks.

Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Praxair Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for role-playing adventure in Dungeons and Dragons and beyond! We will have short campaigns telling a complete story arc, with new sessions beginning every four weeks.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Let's Talk Board Games: Wits and Wagers

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 7:00pm - 7:15pm
Facebook at CGPL
Program Type:
Virtual Program
Age Group:
Youth, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors

Watch as the Youth Staff teach you this family-friendly game - Wits and Wagers!

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Virtual Event
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Facebook
Age Group: Youth, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Virtual Program
Event Details:

Watch as the Youth Staff teach you this family-friendly game - Wits and Wagers!

Gentle Yoga (ages 18+)

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hirsch Community Rooms at CGPL
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Gentle Yoga:

Join us for an hour of gentle yoga. Please bring your own yoga mat or bath towel, as well as a yoga block for your practice. Space is limited and registration is required.

Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Hirsch Community Rooms
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required

Gentle Yoga

Join us for an hour of gentle yoga. Please bring your own yoga mat or bath towel, as well as a yoga block for your practice. Space is limited and registration is required.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Game and Gather: Wits and Wager (all ages)

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Program Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Youth, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors

Drop in to join us for a sampling of family-friendly board games and a light snack!  Wits and Wagers wil

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Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Youth Program Room
Age Group: Youth, Babies & Toddlers, Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Drop in to join us for a sampling of family-friendly board games and a light snack!  Wits and Wagers wil

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Chess Club (ages 18+)

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adult Services at CGPL
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Are you interested in chess? Join our new Chess Club. This club is designed for adults who are interested in playing chess. This club will be held in the Genealogy Room in Adult Services. Registration is required.

Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Adult Services
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Are you interested in chess? Join our new Chess Club. This club is designed for adults who are interested in playing chess. This club will be held in the Genealogy Room in Adult Services. Registration is required.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Families Eating Smart, Moving More (ages 18+)

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Geraldine Fitzgerald Hirsch Community Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join us for a special series on healthy nutrition and exercise. This series is led by Nutrition Program Associate, Mandie Sullivan from the University of Missouri Extension Services.

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Registration Required
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Geraldine Fitzgerald Hirsch Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a special series on healthy nutrition and exercise. This series is led by Nutrition Program Associate, Mandie Sullivan from the University of Missouri Extension Services.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Tech Tutoring (ages 18+)

Friday, May 2, 2025 at 9:00am - 10:30am
Adult Services at CGPL
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

If you:

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Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Adult Services
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

If you:

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Adult Coloring (ages 18+)

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult Services at CGPL
Program Type:
Arts & DIY, Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Adult Coloring:

Join us for a casual adult coloring session where we provide the pages, colored pencils, and a fun atmosphere to color and socialize.

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Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Adult Services
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & DIY, Games & Activities

Adult Coloring

Join us for a casual adult coloring session where we provide the pages, colored pencils, and a fun atmosphere to color and socialize.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

The Page Turners Book Club (ages 18+)

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Penzel Conference Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join us for our adult popular fiction book club, The Page Turners! Registration is encouraged for new participants, but not required. Be sure to include your email address to receive notifications and book lists via emai

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Registration Required
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Penzel Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for our adult popular fiction book club, The Page Turners! Registration is encouraged for new participants, but not required. Be sure to include your email address to receive notifications and book lists via emai

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Books on Tap: A Social Book Club (ages 18+)

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Ebb & Flow Fermentations at CGPL
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join us for our free-form, read-what-you-want book club! The theme for discussion will be: “Cats vs. Dogs.”

The theme for reading during March is "Wild Wild West."

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Offsite Event
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Ebb & Flow Fermentations
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join us for our free-form, read-what-you-want book club! The theme for discussion will be: “Cats vs. Dogs.”

The theme for reading during March is "Wild Wild West."

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Library Legends Adult TTRPG: The Crawl Formerly Known as the Terror on the Tundra! (ages 18+)

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Praxair Program Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join us for role-playing adventure in Dungeons and Dragons and beyond! We will have short campaigns telling a complete story arc, with new sessions beginning every four weeks.

Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Praxair Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for role-playing adventure in Dungeons and Dragons and beyond! We will have short campaigns telling a complete story arc, with new sessions beginning every four weeks.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Gentle Yoga (ages 18+)

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Hirsch Community Rooms at CGPL
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Gentle Yoga:

Join us for an hour of gentle yoga. Please bring your own yoga mat or bath towel, as well as a yoga block for your practice. Space is limited and registration is required.

Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Hirsch Community Rooms
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required

Gentle Yoga

Join us for an hour of gentle yoga. Please bring your own yoga mat or bath towel, as well as a yoga block for your practice. Space is limited and registration is required.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Journey Towards Enlightenment: Buddhism Past, Present, and Future (ages 18+)

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Oscar Christian Hirsch Community Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Class / Workshop
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join us for a in-depth look at Buddhism. Local meditation specialist Dr. Dennis Edwards will share his knowledge of Buddhism and conclude with an open Q & A session. Dr. Edward's discussion will include these topics: 

Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Oscar Christian Hirsch Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Class / Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a in-depth look at Buddhism. Local meditation specialist Dr. Dennis Edwards will share his knowledge of Buddhism and conclude with an open Q & A session. Dr. Edward's discussion will include these topics: 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Chess Club (ages 18+)

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adult Services at CGPL
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Are you interested in chess? Join our Chess Club. This club is designed for adults who are interested in playing chess. This club will be held in the Genealogy Room in Adult Services. Registration is required.

Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Adult Services
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Are you interested in chess? Join our Chess Club. This club is designed for adults who are interested in playing chess. This club will be held in the Genealogy Room in Adult Services. Registration is required.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Sensory Craft: Yarn Flowers (ages 18+)

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Praxair Program Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Arts & DIY
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Sensory Craft Time:

Our sensory craft times specialize in making crafts accessible and available to adults with mental disabilities. All are welcome to join, however, this session has been structured ...

This month we are making flowers using yarn, forks, and pipe cleaners! Participants will get to take home the flowers they make. Registration is required.

Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Praxair Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & DIY
Registration Required
Event Details:

Sensory Craft Time

Our sensory craft times specialize in making crafts accessible and available to adults with mental disabilities. All are welcome to join, however, this session has been structured for adults with mental, behavioral, or physical disabilities. Two sessions are offered each month; please register for only one session.

This month we are making flowers using yarn, forks, and pipe cleaners! Participants will get to take home the flowers they make. Registration is required.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Crafternoon: Map-Covered Magazine Holders (ages 18+)

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Praxair Program Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Arts & DIY
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join us as we turn cereal boxes into storage for your home! Participants will use cereal boxes, glue, scissors, and maps to create these magazine holders. Each participant will make one magazine holder to take home. Registration is required.

Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Praxair Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & DIY
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we turn cereal boxes into storage for your home! Participants will use cereal boxes, glue, scissors, and maps to create these magazine holders. Each participant will make one magazine holder to take home. Registration is required.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Sensory Craft: Yarn Flowers (ages 18+)

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Geraldine Fitzgerald Hirsch Community Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Arts & DIY
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Sensory Craft Time:

Our sensory craft times specialize in making crafts accessible and available to adults with mental disabilities. All are welcome to join, however, this session has been structured ...

This month we are making flowers using yarn, forks, and pipe cleaners! Participants will get to take home the flowers they make. Registration is required.

Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Geraldine Fitzgerald Hirsch Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & DIY
Registration Required
Event Details:

Sensory Craft Time

Our sensory craft times specialize in making crafts accessible and available to adults with mental disabilities. All are welcome to join, however, this session has been structured for adults with mental, behavioral, or physical disabilities. Two sessions are offered each month; please register for only one session.

This month we are making flowers using yarn, forks, and pipe cleaners! Participants will get to take home the flowers they make. Registration is required.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Library Legends Adult TTRPG: The Crawl Formerly Known as the Terror on the Tundra! (ages 18+)

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Praxair Program Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join us for role-playing adventure in Dungeons and Dragons and beyond! We will have short campaigns telling a complete story arc, with new sessions beginning every four weeks.

Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Praxair Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for role-playing adventure in Dungeons and Dragons and beyond! We will have short campaigns telling a complete story arc, with new sessions beginning every four weeks.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Gentle Yoga (ages 18+)

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Hirsch Community Rooms at CGPL
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Gentle Yoga:

Join us for an hour of gentle yoga. Please bring your own yoga mat or bath towel, as well as a yoga block for your practice. Space is limited and registration is required.

Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Hirsch Community Rooms
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required

Gentle Yoga

Join us for an hour of gentle yoga. Please bring your own yoga mat or bath towel, as well as a yoga block for your practice. Space is limited and registration is required.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Chess Club (ages 18+)

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Adult Services at CGPL
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Are you interested in chess? Join our Chess Club. This club is designed for adults who are interested in playing chess. This club will be held in the Genealogy Room in Adult Services. Registration is required.

Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Adult Services
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Are you interested in chess? Join our Chess Club. This club is designed for adults who are interested in playing chess. This club will be held in the Genealogy Room in Adult Services. Registration is required.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Spring Plant Swap (all ages)

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult Services at CGPL
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join us for our annual Spring Plant Swap! Bring in healthy, unwanted plants (please label with name/type of plant) and take home new-to-you plants! While plant supplies last. No registration needed.

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Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Adult Services
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Join us for our annual Spring Plant Swap! Bring in healthy, unwanted plants (please label with name/type of plant) and take home new-to-you plants! While plant supplies last. No registration needed.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Jewish Missouri (ages 18+)

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Oscar Christian Hirsch Community Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Forum / Speaker
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join us for a special presentation by Missouri Humanities Council speaker Dr. Mara Cohen Ioannides, who is an expert on the Jewish experience in Missouri.

Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Oscar Christian Hirsch Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Forum / Speaker
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a special presentation by Missouri Humanities Council speaker Dr. Mara Cohen Ioannides, who is an expert on the Jewish experience in Missouri.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Adult Brick Studio (ages 18+)

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Geraldine Fitzgerald Hirsch Community Room at CGPL
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Some people say LEGOs are just for kids, but we know better. Join other brick-building enthusiasts at this program designed for adults, and let your creativity run wild! We welcome all adults from beginners to Master Builders.

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Library Branch: CGPL
Room: Geraldine Fitzgerald Hirsch Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Some people say LEGOs are just for kids, but we know better. Join other brick-building enthusiasts at this program designed for adults, and let your creativity run wild! We welcome all adults from beginners to Master Builders.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.