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Missouri CLAIM Counselors Are Here for You! CLAIM is the Missouri State Health Insurance Assistance Program. Trained counselors provide free, unbiased advocacy, education and assistance to people with Medicare and those who help them to make informed decisions about Medicare and related health insurance needs. Our goal is to provide local counselors to help you get the most from your Medicare benefits. Drop by any Tuesday from 1-3:30; but best to call for an appt. at 314-250-3464. Counseling can also be obtained via telephone assistance by calling CLAIM at 800-390-3330. |
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Computer Drop In Session Thursdays, 10:00 -11:00 a.m. Stop in for computer help: Meeting room 2 - UCPL staff is available for computer help. No reservations needed. |
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Closed for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Monday, January 21, 2019 The library will be closed for Martin Luther King, Jr. day. |
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UCity Book Group Wednesday, Jan. 23 at 7 p.m. |
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Orcs & Aliens Book Group Monday, Feb. 11 at 7 p.m. |
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Closed for Presidents Day Monday, February 18, 2019 The library will be closed for Presidents Day. |
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Read the Classics Book Group Tuesday, Feb. 19 at 2 p.m. |
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Film Event: Rejoice & Shout Tuesday, February 26 at 6:30 pm in the Library auditorium Please join us for a free screening of the acclaimed documentary Rejoice & Shout: Culled from hundreds of hours of music, tracing the evolution of gospel music through its many styles - the spirituals and early hymns, the four-part harmony-based quartets, the integration of blues and swing, the emergence of "soul," and the blending of rap and hip-hop elements. It connects the history of African-American culture with gospel as it first impacted popular culture at large and captures so much of what is special about this music and African-American Christianity. Running time is 116 minutes. Refreshments will be served and all are welcome. |
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Historic Storytelling by Bobby Norfolk Wednesday, February 27 at 7pm in the Library Auditorium Join UCPL's celebration of African American history and culture with a lively performance by Emmy award-winning Bobby Norfolk as he presents the story of Henry "Box" Brown and the Underground Railroad. Enjoy and learn from this true story of a former slave who went to truly heroic lengths for freedom.There is no charge for this program, and all are welcome. |
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UCity Book Group Wednesday, Feb. 27 at 7 p.m. |
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Orcs & Aliens Book Group Monday, March 11 at 7 p.m. |
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Read the Classics Book Group Tuesday, March 19 at 2 p.m. |
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Navigating African American Genealogy Wednesday, March 20 at 7pm in the Library auditorium African American genealogy may begin with traditional techniques but can quickly face challenges. A strong foundation can navigate through brick walls to rediscover past generations! LaDonna Garner, M.A., historic consultant and professional genealogist, will present a workshop to help you get started with your family's research. This event is free and all are welcome. |
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UCity Book Group Wednesday, March 27 at 7 p.m. |
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Orcs & Aliens Book Group Monday, April 8 at 7 p.m. |
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Read the Classics Book Group Tuesday, April 16 at 2 p.m. |
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Closed for Easter Sunday, April 21, 2019 The library will be closed for Easter. |
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U City Book Group Wednesday, April 24 at 7 p.m. Join us for a lively discussion of Esi Edugyan's Washington Black at 7 p.m. All are welcome! |
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Film Event: Defying the Nazis: the Sharp's War Tuesday, April 30 at 2pm in the Library auditorium Join us for a free screening of the PBS Ken Burns and Artemis Joukowsky III documentary film Defying the Nazis: the Sharp's War.This is the never-before-told story of Waitstill and Martha Sharp, an American minister and his wife from Wellesley, Massachusetts, who left their children behind in the care of their parish and boldly committed to a life-threatening mission in Europe. Over two dangerous years they helped save scores of imperiled dissidents and refugees fleeing the Nazi occupation across Europe. Running time is 80 minutes. Refreshments will be served and all are welcome. |
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Closed for Mother's Day Sunday, May 12, 2019 The library will be closed for Mother's Day. |
