Name: America 250 Book Discussion: This Tender Land | America 250
Start: 2026-07-07T18:00:00-05:00
Location: Jefferson County Library - Arnold Branch

Jefferson County Library - Arnold Branch

This America 250 book discussion will explore William Kent Krueger's modern classic This Tender Land. Over the course of one unforgettable summer during the Great Depression. four orphans journey into the unknown, crossing paths with others who are adrift in this "en­thralling, big-hearted epic that shows how the magnificent American landscape connects u Call 636-296-2204 or register online at jeffcolib.org events calendar
s all, haunts our dreams, and makes us whole."
Registration required. Adults Call 636-296-2204 or register online at jeffcolib.org events calendar
Date: Tuesday, July 7, 2026 Time:6:00pm - 7:00pm

Local Event: America 250 Book Discussion: This Tender Land | America 250 

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America 250 Book Discussion: This Tender Land |...

This America 250 book discussion will explore William Kent Krueger's modern classic This Tender Land. Over the course of one...

America 250 Book Discussion: This Tender Land | America 250 

Join us at the library for stories and a craft activity centered around a monthly theme. 
This summer, we are going "Unearth a Story" as we read about dinosaurs.
 
July 6-7: Dinosaur Kisses 
July 13-14: What the Dinosaurs Did Last Night 
July 20-21: Kitties on Dinosaurs 
July 27-28: Dinosaur vs. School
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A limited number of Story Time crafts will be available for pick up at the Arnold Branch (while supplies last) for those unable to attend in person.
For kids of all ages! Sign-up required! Call 636-296-2204 to register or register at jeffcolib.org events calendar. 
Registration for June programs opens on Monday, May 18th. 
Registration for July programs opens on Monday, June 15th.

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Join us at the library for stories and a craft activity centered around a monthly theme.  
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Join us as Mastodon State Historic Site presents information about Ice Age mammals.
For ages 5-14 years! 
Sign-up required! Call 636-296-2204 to register or register at jeffcolib.org events calendar. 
Registration for July programs starts Monday, June 15th!
Date: Tuesday, July 7, 2026 Time: 2:00pm - 3:00pm

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Join us on the first Tuesday of every month for a staff-led craft class.
Adults. Registration required. Call 636-296-2204 or register online at jeffcolib.org events calendar Date:&nbsp;Tuesday, July 7, 2026 Time:2:00pm - 4:00pm

Local Event: Crafternoon - Junk Journal | Unearth A Story 

Crafternoon - Junk Journal | Unearth A Story 

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Join us for an old-fashioned American Tea Party.
For ages 3-12 years! 
Sign-up required! ! Sign-up required! Call 636-296-2204 to register or register at jeffcolib.org events calendar. 
Registration for July programs starts Monday, June 15th!
Date:Wednesday, July 8, 2026 Time:2:00pm - 2:45pm and 3:30 [pm

Local Event: American Tea Party | America 250 

American Tea Party | America 250 

Join us for an old-fashioned American Tea Party.
For ages 3-12 years! 
Sign-up required! !  Sign-up required! Call 636-296-2204...

If you’re a beginner with some sewing machine experience, this class is for you! In this installment of our monthly series for new sewists, you will practice reading a pattern, a pattern envelope, and a fabric bolt while completing a cute oven mitt using the sewing machine. This series is a deep dive, in a slow way into the world of sewing! Registration required. Teens and Adults Call 636-296-2204 or register online at jeffcolib.org events
Date:&nbsp;Wednesday, July 8, 2026 Time:2:00pm - 4:30pm

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Sew You Want To Sew! A New Series for Beginners 

If you’re a beginner with some sewing machine experience, this class is for you! In this installment of our monthly series for...

Spend the evening learning about rocks and dinosaur bones with Bob and Peggy Karleskint! They'll explain how to get into this hobby and share some of the amazing discoveries they've made! Ages 10+ Registration Required.Call 636-296-2204 or register online at jeffcolib.org events calendar
Date:Thursday, July 9, 2026 Time:6:00pm - 7:00pm

Local Event: Amateur Paleontology with Bob and Peggy Karleskint 

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Spend the evening learning about rocks and dinosaur bones with Bob and Peggy Karleskint! They'll explain how to get into this...

Amateur Paleontology with Bob and Peggy Karleskint 

Enjoy an afternoon watching a film on the library's big screen. 
Food and drinks welcome.
 
7/10 -- Night at the Museum (PG) 
7/24 -- National Treasure (PG)
All ages welcome! 
Please note rating of movie.
Date:Friday, July 10, 2026 Time: 1:00pm - 2:45pm

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