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.

Jul
15
Mon
Orcs & Aliens Book Group
Jul 15 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Join us for a lively discussion of Son of the Storm by Suyi Davies Okungbowa at 7 p.m. Monday, July 15 in the UCPL makerspace. Email Kara at kkrekeler@ucitylibrary.org for more info.

Jul
16
Tue
Rhythm & Books Book Group
Jul 16 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Join us for an in-depth discussion of The First Collection of Criticism by a Living Female Rock Critic by Jessica Hopper at 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 16 in Room 208. For information, email Kevin at kevin@ucitylibrary.org.

Jul
17
Wed
Computer Class: Internet Basics II
Jul 17 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Computer Class: Internet Basics II

Build on the concepts of the Internet Basics I class to learn about downloading, printing and file storage.

This class will be held in the Makerspace. Please note that the Makerspace is on the second floor of the library and our elevator is still currently out of service.

A limited number of Chromebooks will be available to patron use. Patrons are allowed to bring their own laptops. Adults only.

To register for this event, email reference@ucitylibrary.org or call 314-727-3150

 

Spirit of Angela West African Dance & Drum
Jul 17 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Join us for a lively family-friendly evening of West African dance and music by acclaimed local dance troupe Spirit of Angela.

Jul
18
Thu
Yoga at the Library
Jul 18 @ 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
24
Wed
Adult Summer Reading Discussion: Arrow of God
Jul 24 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Join us for the second discussion in our Adult Summer Reading Big Book Challenge focusing on The African Trilogy by Chinua Achebe. This month, we’ll discuss Arrow of God, led by Ahlam Jaber, a St. Louis University doctoral student studying post-colonial literature and culture.

Jul
25
Thu
Yoga at the Library
Jul 25 @ 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.

Aug
1
Thu
Yoga at the Library
Aug 1 @ 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.

Aug
7
Wed
Discover African Jewelry
Aug 7 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Join us for a lecture about African jewelry by jewelry maker Kenya Ajanaku. During this program, Kenya will demonstrate how the jewelry is made and provide information about the meanings and uses of different materials used in African jewelry. This program is open to all, but intended for an adult audience.

Aug
8
Thu
Yoga at the Library
Aug 8 @ 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.