Festivals & Fairs in Clinton, MO

Festivals, street fairs, carnivals, and seasonal events in Clinton, MO. Big events you don't want to miss.

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Schlafly Writers Group

In 3 weeks · Sat, Aug 15, 7:00 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Schlafly Library Branch · 225 North Euclid Avenue, St. Louis, MO

Schlafly Writers Group seeks to create an open and welcoming space to write and get feedback on your writing. This is a great opportunity to meet other writers, find inspiration, and share your ideas. Writers of all experience levels and genres are welcome. Planned activities may include sharing...

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Second Sunday Concert

In 1 week · Sun, Aug 9, 7:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · The Library Center · 4653 S Campbell Ave, Springfield, MO 65810, Springfield, MO

Melinda Mullins and Betsy Mare are the Layton Hollow Gals, named after the birthplace of Melinda's father, Ozarks' Grammy-nominated songwriter Johnny Mullins, who penned hit songs for Loretta Lynn, Porter Wagoner and others. They'll share songs from The Johnny Mullins Collection with harmony,...

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Dino Discovery

In 1 week · Fri, Aug 7, 6:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Strafford Branch Library · 101 S State Highway 125, Strafford, MO

Celebrate the end of the Summer Reading Program with a volcanic bang by building mini volcanoes — and one big one! Along the way, learn how asteroids and eruptions brought our ferocious dinosaur friends to an end.

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Library Night at The Magic House

In 1 week · Wed, Aug 5, 11:00 PM–1:00 AM UTC

Enjoy a FREE family-friendly night at The Magic House with your friends from St. Louis Public Library! For children and their caregivers. Space is limited and registration is required . Follow this link to register . FREE BUS TRANSPORTATION AVAILABLE July 30: Buses depart from Baden, Barr, Buder,...

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Teen and Tween Pencil & Paper Games

In 1 week · Wed, Aug 5, 9:00 PM–10:30 PM UTC · Carpenter Library Branch · 3309 South Grand Boulevard, St. Louis, MO · Ages 10–14

Build worlds, roll dice, and pull off zany heists! Each week, we’ll play a one-page RPG or other simple tabletop game. Perfect for anyone who always wanted to play tabletop games but thought D&D seemed too complicated! Ideal for ages 10-14. Sensory Considerations: - Potential for close...

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Popcorn & Pajamas!

In 1 week · Mon, Aug 10, 7:00 PM–9:30 PM UTC · Ash Grove Branch Library · 101 E Main St, Ash Grove, MO

Wear your pajamas and enjoy popcorn as we watch these characters unearth their stories in fun, adventurous films.

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First Friday Art Walk

In 1 week · Fri, Aug 7, 11:30 PM–2:00 AM UTC · Park Central Branch Library · 128 Park Central Sq, Springfield, MO

Featuring artwork from multiple regional Urban Sketchers chapters, showcasing Route 66 in the exhibit "Along the Mother Road." The opening reception for the "Andean Textiles" exhibit in the Museum Studies Exhibition Space will be hosted by Missouri State University’s Museum Studies program.

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Board Game Meetup

In 1 week · Sat, Aug 8, 6:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Buder Library Branch · 4401 Hampton Ave, St. Louis, MO

Join in for afternoon tabletop games like Wingspan, Cascadia, Rebirth, and 7 Wonders Architects. This meetup will be held at Buder on the second Saturday and fourth Sunday of each month from 1-4:45 p.m., in partnership with The St. Louis Board Game Meetup Group. If you'd like, bring your games, or..

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Central Book Club

In 2 weeks · Wed, Aug 12, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC

Do you enjoy going out with friends but can never schedule anything? Do you need more books to read? And better yet, to talk about with fellow readers? Look no further than the Central Book Club! We read contemporary fiction of all kinds, meet once a month at a local restaurant, and there’s no...

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Chat & Craft

In 1 week · Tue, Aug 4, 11:00 PM–1:00 AM UTC · Joplin Public Library · 1901 E 20th St, Joplin, MO

Whether you crochet, knit, stitch, draw, or paint, bring along your current project and chat with us! All crafts are welcome! We meet from 6 to 8 pm on the first Tuesday of every month in Community Room West. No library card, fee, or registration is required to attend. Designed for ages 18+.

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Teen Video Games

In 1 week · Tue, Aug 4, 5:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Central Branch · 1301 Olive Street, St. Louis, MO · Ages 13–18

Show off your gaming skills on the Nintendo Switch 2, PS5, and Xbox X. Games are available for all skill levels. Ideal for ages 13-18. Sensory Considerations: Potential for close proximity/shared space with other participants. Some bright colors and loud noises. For accessibility accommodations,...

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Teen Filmmakers' Club

In 1 week · Tue, Aug 4, 6:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Barr Library Branch · 1701 South Jefferson Ave, St. Louis, MO · Ages 10–17

Are you a teen interested in learning how to make a film? If so, join us in Creative Experience this summer for Teen Filmmaking Club. No experience is necessary, but advance registration is. Week 1: July 27 - July 31 Filmmaker Andy Compton and his Creative Experience friends will teach how to...

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Carondelet Crafter's Corner: Botanical Silhouette Pictures

In 2 weeks · Mon, Aug 10, 11:00 PM–12:30 AM UTC · Carondelet Library Branch · 6800 Michigan Avenue, St. Louis, MO

Create a picture by using copies of botanicals to create a botanical silhouette. Registration required.

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Unearth an Era

In 1 week · Fri, Aug 7, 4:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Fair Grove Branch Library · 81 S Orchard Blvd, Fair Grove, MO

You will fo’shizzle need to step up to the library to trick out some hot bling and chillax with the gadgets of the early aughts.

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Fix & Fit: An Introduction to Garment Alterations

In 2 weeks · Wed, Aug 12, 10:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Julia Davis Library Branch · 4415 Natural Bridge Avenue, St. Louis, MO

Learning the basics of alterations for those who already have basic sewing skills. This class will teach simple alterations, such as hemming, taking garments in and out, and adding buttons or snaps. Bring a garment you would like to alter to receive hands-on instruction. You must know how to use a..

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Learn to Crochet

In 1 week · Sat, Aug 8, 3:30 PM–5:30 PM UTC · Strafford Branch Library · 101 S State Highway 125, Strafford, MO

Have you been wanting to learn to crochet? Practice a variety of stitches and techniques in a relaxed setting. Feel free to bring your own materials or use ours. Let's unearth a story by learning to make an amigurumi dinosaur. Basic crochet skills required.

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Make Your Story

In 1 week · Fri, Aug 7, 11:30 PM–2:00 AM UTC · Park Central Branch Library · 128 Park Central Sq, Springfield, MO

Come create your own personalized journal by designing a fun cover, customizing the pages and stitching it all together. Materials will be provided.

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Meet Cute Book Club

In 2 weeks · Mon, Aug 10, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC

Buder's ′Meet Cute′ book club gathers at Piper's Tea & Coffee one Monday each month at 6 p.m. to chat about our latest romance reads featuring authors like Ali Hazelwood, Lyla Sage, and Rachel Reid. This month's feature is: Birding with Benefits by Sarah T. Dubb . You can pick up a physical copy of.

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Mysterious Misdirection

In 1 week · Sat, Aug 8, 7:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Barr Library Branch · 1701 South Jefferson Ave, St. Louis, MO · Ages 7–12

Want to impress your friends and family? Learn simple but surprising sleight-of-hand illusions using common objects like playing cards. All needed materials provided. Ideal for ages 7-12. For accessibility accommodations, please call 314-241-2288.

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Dungeons & Dragons for Beginners

In 1 week · Wed, Aug 5, 12:00 AM–2:00 AM UTC · Library Headquarters · 1640 S Lindbergh Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63131, St. Louis, MO

Your quest begins at the Sweet Branch! Form a party, hunt for ancient treasures, and use your wits, magic, or brute force to battle goblins, wyverns, and the dreaded gelatinous cube. Dungeons & Dragons is a game of adventure, imagination and near-limitless possibilities. If you've been curious but..

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Lavender Club

In 1 week · Thu, Aug 6, 9:30 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Central Branch · 1301 Olive Street, St. Louis, MO · Ages 13–18

In this twice per month club, we’ll get together to build community among LGBTQIA+ teens/tweens. Hang out, eat snacks, do an activity, and share life together. Allies welcome! Ideal for ages 13-18. For accessibility accommodations, please call 314-241-2288.

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Mini Canvas Painting and Showcase

In 2 weeks · Mon, Aug 10, 11:00 PM–12:30 AM UTC · Cabanne Library Branch · 1106 Union Boulevard, St. Louis, MO

Practice your painting skills by painting a mini canvas, then show off by choosing to display your work at the library! Supplies provided. All skill levels are welcome. Painting is not required to be displayed. Supplies are limited and registration is required. Limit 20 participants.

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Adult Craft Evenings: Autumn Paper Wreath

In 2 weeks · Tue, Aug 11, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Buder Library Branch · 4401 Hampton Ave, St. Louis, MO · Ages 18+

Come and join us for Adult Craft Evenings! All levels of crafting experience are welcome. Supplies will be provided - all you need to do is bring yourself! This month we are crafting an autumn paper wreath. Registration required and spots limited. Please email Adam at akhan@slpl.org if you would...

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Create Your Own Community Garden: 3D Garden Design

In 1 week · Sat, Aug 8, 3:00 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Julia Davis Library Branch · 4415 Natural Bridge Avenue, St. Louis, MO

Join artist Dail Chambers for a Create Your Own Community Garden Vision event in partnership with Missouri Botanical Gardens highlighting their upcoming Creative Field Study & Natural Gesture exhibit. This is a hands-on, creative program that invites participants to reimagine a vacant lot in their..

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Cozy Nook Book Club: Greenteeth

In 1 week · Sat, Aug 8, 3:00 PM–4:00 PM UTC

Cozy books are all about the vibe — heartwarming moments with sweet and thoughtful characters that bring on an abundance of "warm fuzzies." Curl up next to your favorite scented candle with a pillow and this month's cozy read, then come discuss it with us at Speakeasy Café. No purchase is necessary.

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Alphabet Soup

In 1 week · Wed, Aug 5, 10:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Library Headquarters · 1640 S Lindbergh Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63131, St. Louis, MO

Meetings will alternate locations, with the 1st Wednesday at the Sprague Branch, the 2nd Wednesday at the Main Library, and the 3rd Wednesday at the Day-Riverside Branch.

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Lego Club

In 1 week · Thu, Aug 6, 9:30 PM–10:30 PM UTC · Barr Library Branch · 1701 South Jefferson Ave, St. Louis, MO · Ages 5–12

Are you up for a LEGO challenge? Meet us at the library to build, create and play with other master builders! Ideal for ages 5-12. Sensory Considerations: Potential for close proximity/shared space with other participants. Some bright colors and loud noises. For accessibility accommodations, please.

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Family History Basics

In 1 week · Wed, Aug 5, 7:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Central Branch · 1301 Olive Street, St. Louis, MO

Do you want to research your family, but don’t know where to start? Join us for a presentation on the fundamentals of genealogy! We will cover the steps of the research process and how to search for records on databases like Ancestry Library Edition and FamilySearch.

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Dragon Crafternoon

In 1 week · Sat, Aug 8, 8:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Schlafly Library Branch · 225 North Euclid Avenue, St. Louis, MO · Ages 10–18

What’s cooler than giant fire-breathing lizards that eat people? Nothing we can think of! Come build a dragon egg, make dragon jewelry, and enjoy other dragon themed crafts. Ideal for ages 10-18. Sensory Considerations: Potential for close proximity/shared space with other participants Art supplies.

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Kamishibai: Japanese Paper Theatre

In 1 week · Thu, Aug 6, 7:00 PM–7:45 PM UTC · Machacek Library Branch · 6424 Scanlan Avenue, St. Louis, MO · Ages Up to 6

Experience traditional Japanese Kamishibai paper theater. Participants will hear a folk tale then get the chance to sample Japanese candy! This program is presented in partnership with the Japan America Society of St. Louis. Ideal for ages 0-6. Sensory considerations: Potential for close...

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Paint and Sip: Ocean Landscapes

In 2 weeks · Thu, Aug 13, 5:00 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Carondelet Library Branch · 6800 Michigan Avenue, St. Louis, MO

Explore the world of watercolor painting by following a video tutorial. Today we'll be painting a an ocean landscape. Registration is recommended.

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Playtime

In 1 week · Wed, Aug 5, 5:00 PM–5:45 PM UTC · Library Headquarters · 1640 S Lindbergh Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63131, St. Louis, MO · Ages Up to 5

Toys, friends, and more! This is a casual playtime for babies, toddlers, and preschool-age children. Drop in anytime between 11am and 11:45am.

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In the Library with Louie

In 2 weeks · Tue, Aug 11, 7:00 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Carpenter Library Branch · 3309 South Grand Boulevard, St. Louis, MO

Meet Louie, the St. Louis Blues mascot, who will pose for photos and sign autographs at this free library event. Kids can participate in an interactive slapshot game after the presentation. Your kids will learn what it's like to be a mascot and what it takes to get ready for the season too!