Upcoming Events

Kids in the Kitchen! (from the MU extension): Ages 8 - 12

2:30pm–3:30pm

Children (Ages 6 - 11)

Osage Beach Library

Open

Registration Required

Open

Library Branch: Osage Beach Library

Room: Osage Beach Meeting Room

Age Group: Children (Ages 6 - 11)

Program Type: Health & Wellness

Registration Required

Event Details:

The MU extension ladies will be here teaching the kids about health and wellness in the kitchen!

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Food Allergies

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

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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.

Mr. "B" Don Brenton

10:00am–11:00am

Children (Ages 6 - 11)

Off Site

Offsite Event

Library Branch: Off Site

Age Group: Children (Ages 6 - 11)

Program Type: Music, Summer Reading Challenge Performances

Event Details:

Mr. "B" will learn music and magic together, it can be fun and engaging way to foster creativity, imagination, and a deeper connection to sound, often elements of storytelling and rhythmic patterns for enjoyment.

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Nature's Palette with Dickerson Park Zoo

2:00pm–3:00pm

Children (Ages 6 - 11)

Camdenton Library

Open

Registration Required

Open

Library Branch: Camdenton Library

Room: Camdenton Meeting Room

Age Group: Children (Ages 6 - 11)

Program Type: Summer Reading Challenge Performances

Registration Required

Event Details:

Nature’s Palette: The Art and Science of Animal Colors Stripes, spots, swirls, and speckles—nature is bursting with color, patterns, and textures!

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Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

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Dickerson Park Zoo Presents: Nature's Palette: The Art and Science of Animal Colors

10:00am–11:00am

Children (Ages 6 - 11)

Off Site

Offsite Event

Library Branch: Off Site

Age Group: Children (Ages 6 - 11)

Program Type: Summer Reading Challenge Performances

Event Details:

Stripes, spots, swirls, and speckles -- nature is bursting with color, patterns, and textures! This summer, join Dickerson Park Zoo as we explore the amazing diversity of animal coloration.

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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.

Bridal Cave

10:30am–11:15am

Children (Ages 6 - 11), Teens (Ages 12 - 18)

Climax Springs Library

Library Branch: Climax Springs Library

Age Group: Children (Ages 6 - 11), Teens (Ages 12 - 18)

Program Type: Summer Reading Challenge Performances

Event Details:

Come and join us at the Climax Springs Library for Bridal Cave! Lindsey from Bridal Cave will come and teach us all about the cave and all its colorful minerals to be found there. See you then!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Color Our World with Mad Science

10:30am–11:30am

Children (Ages 6 - 11)

Osage Beach Library

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 for Mad Science! they will be demonstrating how to "Color Our World" for the Summer Reading Program.

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Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

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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.

Nature’s Palette: The Art and Science of Animal Colors/ Dickerson Park Zoo

1:30pm–2:30pm

Children (Ages 6 - 11)

Off Site

Offsite Event

Library Branch: Off Site

Age Group: Children (Ages 6 - 11)

Program Type: Summer Reading Challenge Performances

Event Details:

Stripes, spots, swirls, and speckles—nature is bursting with color, patterns, and textures! This summer, join Dickerson Park Zoo as we explore the amazing diversity of animal coloration. Why do tigers have bold orange and black stripes?

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be 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.

Explore Camden County Parks with Eric Gregory

10:00am–11:00am

Children (Ages 6 - 11)

Off Site

Offsite Event

Library Branch: Off Site

Age Group: Children (Ages 6 - 11)

Program Type: Games/ Gaming, Summer Reading Challenge Performances

Event Details:

Eric Gregory, the local park leader in Osage Beach, will share valuable insights on gardening and landscaping.

Additional information will cover topics such as pond care, fish stocking, aquatic ecosystems, and wildlife in the park.

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Lights, Color, Action with Mad Science

11:00am–12:00pm

Children (Ages 6 - 11)

Camdenton Library

Open

Registration Required

Open

Library Branch: Camdenton Library

Room: Camdenton Meeting Room

Age Group: Children (Ages 6 - 11)

Program Type: Summer Reading Challenge Performances

Registration Required

Event Details:

What do fireworks and astronomy have in common?

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be 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.

Pop Up Tie Dying day for tweens and teens

11:00am–1:00pm

Children (Ages 6 - 11), Teens (Ages 12 - 18)

Camdenton Library

Open

Registration Required

Open

Library Branch: Camdenton Library

Room: Camdenton Meeting Room

Age Group: Children (Ages 6 - 11), Teens (Ages 12 - 18)

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Registration Required

Event Details:

Bring in a white shirt or item that you want to tie dye and put your imagination to work. Wear clothes and shoes that you do not care to have accidentally dyed. Program for ages 6 and up.

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Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be 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.

Saturday Story time!!!

1:30pm–2:30pm

Children (Ages 6 - 11)

Osage Beach Library

Library Branch: Osage Beach Library

Room: Osage Beach Children's Room

Age Group: Children (Ages 6 - 11)

Program Type: Storytime

Event Details:

Join us at the Osage Beach library for Saturday story times! These are the third Saturday of each month, and we will have stories and songs and crafts! We will have a good time, for sure!

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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.

Make Your Own Bouncy Balls

2:30pm–3:30pm

Children (Ages 6 - 11)

Osage Beach Library

Open

Registration Required

Open

Library Branch: Osage Beach Library

Room: Osage Beach Meeting Room

Age Group: Children (Ages 6 - 11)

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop

Registration Required

Event Details:

What's more fun than making a mess, squishing weird stuff, and making stuff however you want it to be? We invite you to join us as we make messes, squish, and design our very own, one-of-a-kind bouncy balls!

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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.

Ms. L's Buzzing Bees

10:00am–11:00am

Children (Ages 6 - 11)

Off Site

Offsite Event

Library Branch: Off Site

Age Group: Children (Ages 6 - 11)

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Informative Discussions, Summer Reading Challenge Performances, Storytime

Event Details:

Join us for a buzzing good time at our Ms. L's Buzzing Bees Beekeeper Adventures for kids! This fun and educational event is designed to introduce children to the fascinating world of bees and beekeeping.

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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.

Kids in the Kitchen

2:00pm–3:00pm

Children (Ages 6 - 11)

Stoutland Library

Library Branch: Stoutland Library

Age Group: Children (Ages 6 - 11)

Program Type: Summer Reading Challenge Performances

Event Details:

Kids in the Kitchen: Sherry Combs will with the children in the library sharing snacks for the children.

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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.

Mid-Mo Magic Show 1.3: Now with 30% more trickery

2:00pm–3:00pm

Children (Ages 6 - 11)

Camdenton Library

Open

Registration Required

Open

Library Branch: Camdenton Library

Room: Camdenton Meeting Room

Age Group: Children (Ages 6 - 11)

Program Type: Summer Reading Challenge Performances

Registration Required

Event Details:

"Prepare to be amazed! Join us for a fun-filled, interactive magic show that blends jaw-dropping illusions, laugh-out-loud moments, and plenty of audience participation.

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Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

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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.

Kids in the Kitchen with the University of Missouri Extension: Ages 8 - 12

9:30am–10:00am

Children (Ages 6 - 11)

Camdenton Library

Open

Registration Required

Open

Library Branch: Camdenton Library

Room: Camdenton Meeting Room

Age Group: Children (Ages 6 - 11)

Program Type: Health & Wellness

Registration Required

Event Details:

Calling all Kids ages 8-12!

Kids in the Kitchen Level B

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Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be 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.

Quilting with Brandi Kincade

10:00am–11:00am

Children (Ages 6 - 11)

Off Site

Offsite Event

Library Branch: Off Site

Age Group: Children (Ages 6 - 11)

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Informative Discussions, Summer Reading Challenge Performances, Storytime

Event Details:

Discover the Magic of Quilts!

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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.

Owls of Missouri with Dickerson Park Zoo

10:30am–11:30am

Children (Ages 6 - 11), Teens (Ages 12 - 18)

Climax Springs Library

Library Branch: Climax Springs Library

Age Group: Children (Ages 6 - 11), Teens (Ages 12 - 18)

Program Type: Summer Reading Challenge Performances

Event Details:

Owls of Missouri

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Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

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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.

The Colorful World of Bridal Cave

10:30am–11:30am

Children (Ages 6 - 11)

Macks Creek Library

Library Branch: Macks Creek Library

Age Group: Children (Ages 6 - 11)

Program Type: Informative Discussions

Event Details:

The colorful world of Bridal Cave with be coming to the Macks Creek Library for our Summer Reading program! Join us for an exciting and informative program exploring the fascinating hidden world beneath our feet!

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Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be 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.

Eric Gregory from the OB City Parks! Color Our World!

12:30pm–1:30pm

Children (Ages 6 - 11)

Osage Beach Library

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 as Eric Gregory talks to us about the fun and activities to be enjoyed at the OB city parks!

Learn About the Wonderful World of Acting

1:30pm–2:30pm

Children (Ages 6 - 11)

Off Site

Offsite Event

Library Branch: Off Site

Age Group: Children (Ages 6 - 11)

Program Type: Summer Reading Challenge Performances

Event Details:

ACTING! THANK YOU! Clint Walter from the Sunrise Beach Little Theater will be doing a prestation on the exciting world of acting and theater and the Sunrise Beach Little Theater.

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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 Explorers- Junior Book Club

4:00pm–5:00pm

Children (Ages 6 - 11)

Osage Beach Library

Library Branch: Osage Beach Library

Room: Osage Beach Meeting Room

Age Group: Children (Ages 6 - 11)

Program Type: Book Club

Event Details:

Come and join us Story Explorers for a monthly book club for junior readers! . We plan to meet on the last Wednesday of each month from 4pm to 5pm. This Month's Book Pick is The Magician Next Door By Rachel Chivers Khoo!!

Local Animal Hunting and Hides

10:00am–11:00am

Children (Ages 6 - 11)

Off Site

Offsite Event

Library Branch: Off Site

Age Group: Children (Ages 6 - 11)

Program Type: Informative Discussions, Summer Reading Challenge Performances, Storytime

Event Details:

Program by Nathaniel Darby: Recreating life at the farm and telling stories about animals how they live, eat, play and die.

Animals will learn survival

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Kids in the Kitchen

2:00pm–3:00pm

Children (Ages 6 - 11)

Stoutland Library

Library Branch: Stoutland Library

Age Group: Children (Ages 6 - 11)

Program Type: Summer Reading Challenge Performances

Event Details:

Kids in the Kitchen: Sherry Combs will with the children in the library sharing snacks for the children.

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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.

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