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1st Reads Book Club: Evening Stories

Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Macks Creek Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults (Ages 19+)
1st Reads Book Club:

Do you love reading? Do you enjoy talking about what you are reading? You should join us for our 1st Reads Book Club. We will discuss a different title on the first Wednesday of ev...

Join our lively, no-pressure book club where every opinion counts, whether you loved the book or not! We explore a wide variety of genres and enjoy thoughtful, laid-back discussions about what we’ve read.

Library Branch: Macks Creek Library
Age Group: Adults (Ages 19+)
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Do you love reading? Do you enjoy talking about what you are reading? You should join us for our 1st Reads Book Club. We will discuss a different title on the first Wednesday of every month. For information, please call Sarah at (573) 363 - 5530.

Join our lively, no-pressure book club where every opinion counts, whether you loved the book or not! We explore a wide variety of genres and enjoy thoughtful, laid-back discussions about what we’ve read.

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Photo Disclaimer

Adults and children may be photographed or video-recorded by Library Staff or their representatives during Library activities. The images may be used, without accompanying personal identification, in Library brochures, flyers, posters, web pages, newsletters, news releases, social media posts, or other promotional materials. Please notify staff PRIOR to the event if you don't want to be photographed or recorded.

Story time at Kradle to Krayon!

Friday, July 3, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers (Birth - 5)
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers (Birth - 5)
Program Type: Storytime

Open Gallery at the Camdenton Library

Friday, July 3, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Camdenton Meeting Room at Camdenton Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults (Ages 19+)

Attention all artists and art-lovers alike! Starting on May 1, the Camdenton library will be hosting an open gallery.

Library Branch: Camdenton Library
Room: Camdenton Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults (Ages 19+)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Attention all artists and art-lovers alike! Starting on May 1, the Camdenton library will be hosting an open gallery.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Disclaimer

Adults and children may be photographed or video-recorded by Library Staff or their representatives during Library activities. The images may be used, without accompanying personal identification, in Library brochures, flyers, posters, web pages, newsletters, news releases, social media posts, or other promotional materials. Please notify staff PRIOR to the event if you don't want to be photographed or recorded.

Closed for Independence Day

All Day
Camdenton Library, Climax Springs Library, Macks Creek Library, Osage Beach Library, Stoutland Library, Sunrise Beach Library, Off Site

All Camden County Library District Branches are CLOSED for Independence Day.

Closing
Branches:
Camdenton Library, Climax Springs Library, Macks Creek Library, Osage Beach Library, Stoutland Library, Sunrise Beach Library, Off Site
Description:

All Camden County Library District Branches are CLOSED for Independence Day.

Shelf Indulgence Book Club

Monday, July 6, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:15pm
Osage Beach Meeting Room at Osage Beach Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults (Ages 19+)

Join us for the Shelf Indulgence book club for an afternoon book club for adults 19 and older that welcomes diverse perspectives and authentic discussion!

Library Branch: Osage Beach Library
Room: Osage Beach Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults (Ages 19+)
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join us for the Shelf Indulgence book club for an afternoon book club for adults 19 and older that welcomes diverse perspectives and authentic discussion!

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

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

Who Needs a Therapist? Teen Book Club

Monday, July 6, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Camdenton Meeting Room at Camdenton Library
Program Type:
After School Events
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 12 - 18)

Stretch your mind skills, Join us for a delightful an eventful trip into a world of imagination who needs a therapist? When we can explore teen fiction in every way possible. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Camdenton Library
Room: Camdenton Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12 - 18)
Program Type: After School Events
Registration Required
Event Details:

Stretch your mind skills, Join us for a delightful an eventful trip into a world of imagination who needs a therapist? When we can explore teen fiction in every way possible. 

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

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

Make & Give Fidget Quilts

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 9:30am - 12:00pm
Camdenton Meeting Room at Camdenton Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults (Ages 19+)

We make fidget quilts and walker aprons for the long-term care facilities and other organizations in our area.

Cancelled
Library Branch: Camdenton Library
Room: Camdenton Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults (Ages 19+)
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

We make fidget quilts and walker aprons for the long-term care facilities and other organizations in our area.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Disclaimer

Adults and children may be photographed or video-recorded by Library Staff or their representatives during Library activities. The images may be used, without accompanying personal identification, in Library brochures, flyers, posters, web pages, newsletters, news releases, social media posts, or other promotional materials. Please notify staff PRIOR to the event if you don't want to be photographed or recorded.

Summer Reading Program Presents Runge Nature Center

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Camdenton Meeting Room at Camdenton Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading Challenge Performances
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers (Birth - 5), Children (Ages 6 - 11), Teens (Ages 12 - 18)

Summer Reading Program presents the Missouri Dept of Conservation's Runge Nature Center where we will learn about  and appreciate the variety of habitats found in Missouri.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Camdenton Library
Room: Camdenton Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers (Birth - 5), Children (Ages 6 - 11), Teens (Ages 12 - 18)
Program Type: Summer Reading Challenge Performances
Registration Required
Event Details:

Summer Reading Program presents the Missouri Dept of Conservation's Runge Nature Center where we will learn about  and appreciate the variety of habitats found in Missouri.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Disclaimer

Adults and children may be photographed or video-recorded by Library Staff or their representatives during Library activities. The images may be used, without accompanying personal identification, in Library brochures, flyers, posters, web pages, newsletters, news releases, social media posts, or other promotional materials. Please notify staff PRIOR to the event if you don't want to be photographed or recorded.

🇺🇸🎆Wiggles and Giggles story time: Happy Birthday, America! Celebrate the 4th of July! 🎆🇺🇸

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Osage Beach Children's Room at Osage Beach Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers (Birth - 5)

🇺🇸🎆 Happy Birthday, America! Celebrate the 4th of July! 🎆🇺🇸

Library Branch: Osage Beach Library
Room: Osage Beach Children's Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers (Birth - 5)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

🇺🇸🎆 Happy Birthday, America! Celebrate the 4th of July! 🎆🇺🇸

Social Hour

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Macks Creek Library
Program Type:
Games/ Gaming
Age Group:
Adults (Ages 19+)

Get out of the house and socialize with your friends and neighbors.  Spend some adult time playing games and talking. Share the fun and laughter.

Library Branch: Macks Creek Library
Age Group: Adults (Ages 19+)
Program Type: Games/ Gaming
Event Details:

Get out of the house and socialize with your friends and neighbors.  Spend some adult time playing games and talking. Share the fun and laughter.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Disclaimer

Adults and children may be photographed or video-recorded by Library Staff or their representatives during Library activities. The images may be used, without accompanying personal identification, in Library brochures, flyers, posters, web pages, newsletters, news releases, social media posts, or other promotional materials. Please notify staff PRIOR to the event if you don't want to be photographed or recorded.

Mom and baby reading together

Wigglers, Crawlers, and Walkers Baby/Toddler Storytime

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Camdenton Children's Room at Camdenton Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers (Birth - 5)
Toddler Storytime (Ages Birth - 36 months):

Introduce your baby to the library while helping them learn important pre-literacy skills with our fun-filled baby and toddler storytimes. These storytimes are perfect for our youn...

Cancelled
Library Branch: Camdenton Library
Room: Camdenton Children's Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers (Birth - 5)
Program Type: Storytime

Introduce your baby to the library while helping them learn important pre-literacy skills with our fun-filled baby and toddler storytimes. These storytimes are perfect for our youngest library fans as we focus on familiar songs, rhymes, and stories while learning new ones to help your baby learn and grow.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Disclaimer

Adults and children may be photographed or video-recorded by Library Staff or their representatives during Library activities. The images may be used, without accompanying personal identification, in Library brochures, flyers, posters, web pages, newsletters, news releases, social media posts, or other promotional materials. Please notify staff PRIOR to the event if you don't want to be photographed or recorded.

Runge conservation

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Stoutland Library
Program Type:
Informative Discussions, Summer Reading Challenge Performances
Age Group:
All Ages

Runge conservation Department will be here to Unearth some fun interactive learning about Conservation. 

Library Branch: Stoutland Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Informative Discussions, Summer Reading Challenge Performances
Event Details:

Runge conservation Department will be here to Unearth some fun interactive learning about Conservation. 

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.

Photo Disclaimer

Adults and children may be photographed or video-recorded by Library Staff or their representatives during Library activities. The images may be used, without accompanying personal identification, in Library brochures, flyers, posters, web pages, newsletters, news releases, social media posts, or other promotional materials. Please notify staff PRIOR to the event if you don't want to be photographed or recorded.

Adult story time!!!

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Osage Beach Meeting Room at Osage Beach Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Adults (Ages 19+)

Join us at the Osage Beach branch of the Camden County library District for adult story time! You will relax while we read a story for you! Remember the days of school where you were able to just sit back and listen while the teacher read to you?

Library Branch: Osage Beach Library
Room: Osage Beach Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults (Ages 19+)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us at the Osage Beach branch of the Camden County library District for adult story time! You will relax while we read a story for you! Remember the days of school where you were able to just sit back and listen while the teacher read to you?

Lego Masters Club

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Camdenton Meeting Room at Camdenton Library
Program Type:
After School Events, Workshop
Age Group:
Children (Ages 6 - 11), Teens (Ages 12 - 18)

Do you love to build with Legos? Make an afternoon appointment once a month at the library to build with Legos. Ages 6 to 18 are welcome to use inspirational cards or their own creativity. No library card is necessary for this program.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Camdenton Library
Room: Camdenton Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (Ages 6 - 11), Teens (Ages 12 - 18)
Program Type: After School Events, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you love to build with Legos? Make an afternoon appointment once a month at the library to build with Legos. Ages 6 to 18 are welcome to use inspirational cards or their own creativity. No library card is necessary for this program.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Disclaimer

Adults and children may be photographed or video-recorded by Library Staff or their representatives during Library activities. The images may be used, without accompanying personal identification, in Library brochures, flyers, posters, web pages, newsletters, news releases, social media posts, or other promotional materials. Please notify staff PRIOR to the event if you don't want to be photographed or recorded.

UnEarthing Your Story!!! A Writer's Workshop with Local Writers!

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Osage Beach Meeting Room at Osage Beach Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading Challenge Performances
Age Group:
Adults (Ages 19+)

Join us at the Osage Beach branch of the Camden County Library District for an adult writer's workshop! We will have local writers talking about their process and their techniques for writing.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Osage Beach Library
Room: Osage Beach Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults (Ages 19+)
Program Type: Summer Reading Challenge Performances
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us at the Osage Beach branch of the Camden County Library District for an adult writer's workshop! We will have local writers talking about their process and their techniques for writing.

Kids in the Kitchen - Level B with the University of Missouri Extension

Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Camdenton Meeting Room at Camdenton Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Children (Ages 6 - 11)

Have your kids 8-12 learn how to cook. Kids in the Kitchen is a class where you will prepare and taste a healthy recipe. You will also get to do other fun activities that will help you learn about having a healthy body.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Camdenton Library
Room: Camdenton Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (Ages 6 - 11)
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Have your kids 8-12 learn how to cook. Kids in the Kitchen is a class where you will prepare and taste a healthy recipe. You will also get to do other fun activities that will help you learn about having a healthy body.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

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

Photo Disclaimer

Adults and children may be photographed or video-recorded by Library Staff or their representatives during Library activities. The images may be used, without accompanying personal identification, in Library brochures, flyers, posters, web pages, newsletters, news releases, social media posts, or other promotional materials. Please notify staff PRIOR to the event if you don't want to be photographed or recorded.

Book Tales Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Osage Beach Children's Room at Osage Beach Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers (Birth - 5)

Join us for Book Tales story time at the Osage Beach branch of the Camden County library! Book Tales story time is generally recommended for children 3 years to 6 years!

Library Branch: Osage Beach Library
Room: Osage Beach Children's Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers (Birth - 5)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for Book Tales story time at the Osage Beach branch of the Camden County library! Book Tales story time is generally recommended for children 3 years to 6 years!

Dad and Kids Reading Together

Storybook Magic

Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Sunrise Beach Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers (Birth - 5)
Preschool Storytime (Ages 3 to 6):

Help your child learn the importance of per-literacy skills with our fun-filled preschool storytimes. We focus on songs, games, and motion in addition to books to help your prescho...

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sunrise Beach Library
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers (Birth - 5)
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

Help your child learn the importance of per-literacy skills with our fun-filled preschool storytimes. We focus on songs, games, and motion in addition to books to help your preschooler learn social skills, listening comprehension, letter & number recognition, and vocabulary.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

An adult must accompany children under the age of ten (10) for this program. We ask that adults plan to attend and actively participate alongside their child. Drop-offs are not permitted.

Photo Disclaimer

Adults and children may be photographed or video-recorded by Library Staff or their representatives during Library activities. The images may be used, without accompanying personal identification, in Library brochures, flyers, posters, web pages, newsletters, news releases, social media posts, or other promotional materials. Please notify staff PRIOR to the event if you don't want to be photographed or recorded.

Unearth A Story - Chapter 7:A Dog’s Story – Discovering Animal DNA

Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Macks Creek Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading Challenge Performances
Age Group:
Children (Ages 6 - 11)

Our friends from Dogwood Animal Shelter will bring some adorable canine guests and share how new DNA technology helps shelters and pet owners learn more about a dog’s breed, history, and unique story.

Library Branch: Macks Creek Library
Age Group: Children (Ages 6 - 11)
Program Type: Summer Reading Challenge Performances
Event Details:

Our friends from Dogwood Animal Shelter will bring some adorable canine guests and share how new DNA technology helps shelters and pet owners learn more about a dog’s breed, history, and unique story.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

An adult must accompany children under the age of ten (10) for this program. We ask that adults plan to attend and actively participate alongside their child. Drop-offs are not permitted.

Photo Disclaimer

Adults and children may be photographed or video-recorded by Library Staff or their representatives during Library activities. The images may be used, without accompanying personal identification, in Library brochures, flyers, posters, web pages, newsletters, news releases, social media posts, or other promotional materials. Please notify staff PRIOR to the event if you don't want to be photographed or recorded.

Dad and Kids Reading Together

Budding Bookworms

Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Camdenton Children's Room at Camdenton Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers (Birth - 5)
Preschool Storytime (Ages 3 to 6):

Help your child learn the importance of per-literacy skills with our fun-filled preschool storytimes. We focus on songs, games, and motion in addition to books to help your prescho...

Library Branch: Camdenton Library
Room: Camdenton Children's Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers (Birth - 5)
Program Type: Storytime

Help your child learn the importance of per-literacy skills with our fun-filled preschool storytimes. We focus on songs, games, and motion in addition to books to help your preschooler learn social skills, listening comprehension, letter & number recognition, and vocabulary.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Disclaimer

Adults and children may be photographed or video-recorded by Library Staff or their representatives during Library activities. The images may be used, without accompanying personal identification, in Library brochures, flyers, posters, web pages, newsletters, news releases, social media posts, or other promotional materials. Please notify staff PRIOR to the event if you don't want to be photographed or recorded.

Getting Healthy and Eating from the Garden

Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Camdenton Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
All Ages

Avoid the high prices and sub-par product at the grocery store and grow you own food in our class. We will start in May and finish in July. You should be harvesting and enjoying your crops in the fall.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Camdenton Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Avoid the high prices and sub-par product at the grocery store and grow you own food in our class. We will start in May and finish in July. You should be harvesting and enjoying your crops in the fall.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

An adult must accompany children under the age of ten (10) for this program. We ask that adults plan to attend and actively participate alongside their child. Drop-offs are not permitted.

Food Allergies

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

Photo Disclaimer

Adults and children may be photographed or video-recorded by Library Staff or their representatives during Library activities. The images may be used, without accompanying personal identification, in Library brochures, flyers, posters, web pages, newsletters, news releases, social media posts, or other promotional materials. Please notify staff PRIOR to the event if you don't want to be photographed or recorded.

Gardening for kids with the University of Missouri Extension

Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Camdenton Meeting Room at Camdenton Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Children (Ages 6 - 11)

Gardening for kids is a gardening program that allows kids to become part of an outdoor classroom.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Camdenton Library
Room: Camdenton Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (Ages 6 - 11)
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Gardening for kids is a gardening program that allows kids to become part of an outdoor classroom.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

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

Photo Disclaimer

Adults and children may be photographed or video-recorded by Library Staff or their representatives during Library activities. The images may be used, without accompanying personal identification, in Library brochures, flyers, posters, web pages, newsletters, news releases, social media posts, or other promotional materials. Please notify staff PRIOR to the event if you don't want to be photographed or recorded.

Story time at Nurtured Growth Childcare Center

Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Off Site
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers (Birth - 5)

Story time at Nurtured Growth Childcare Center is full of stories and songs! We read and sing! We are into action! We may even dance a little.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers (Birth - 5)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Story time at Nurtured Growth Childcare Center is full of stories and songs! We read and sing! We are into action! We may even dance a little.

Summer Reading Program!!!! Stark Caverns!

Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Osage Beach Children's Room at Osage Beach Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading Challenge Performances
Age Group:
Children (Ages 6 - 11)

Join us at the Osage Beach branch of the Camden County Library District for Stark Caverns! They will join us to "UnEarth the Story" of their cave!

Library Branch: Osage Beach Library
Room: Osage Beach Children's Room
Age Group: Children (Ages 6 - 11)
Program Type: Summer Reading Challenge Performances
Event Details:

Join us at the Osage Beach branch of the Camden County Library District for Stark Caverns! They will join us to "UnEarth the Story" of their cave!