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This event is in the "Children (Ages 6 - 11)" group
This event is in the "Teens (Ages 12 - 18)" group

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.

This event is in the "Teens (Ages 12 - 18)" group

Dungeons and Dragons

3:30pm–4:30pm
Teens (Ages 12 - 18)
Osage Beach Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Osage Beach Library
Room: Osage Beach Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12 - 18)
Program Type: Games/ Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come Join our campaign filled with fun and thrilling adventure into Dungeons and Dragons! Do you love dungeon crawling for loot or the never ending thrill of battle than this is the game for you!

This event is in the "Children (Ages 6 - 11)" group
This event is in the "Teens (Ages 12 - 18)" group

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
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.

This event is in the "Teens (Ages 12 - 18)" group

Kids in the Kitchen for Teens Level C with University of Missouri Extension

10:30am–11:30am
Teens (Ages 12 - 18)
Camdenton Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Camdenton Library
Room: Camdenton Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12 - 18)
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

If you like to cook or have a teen who wants to learn, Kids in the Kitchen is for you! In this class you will prepare and taste a healthy recipe each week.

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.

This event is in the "Children (Ages 6 - 11)" group
This event is in the "Teens (Ages 12 - 18)" group

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

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.

This event is in the "Teens (Ages 12 - 18)" group
This event is in the "Adults (Ages 19+)" group

Intro to Magic: The Gathering

9:30am–12:30pm
Teens (Ages 12 - 18), Adults (Ages 19+)
Climax Springs Library
Library Branch: Climax Springs Library
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12 - 18), Adults (Ages 19+)
Program Type: Games/ Gaming
Event Details:

Want to get into Magic: The Gathering? Want to test a deck and learn how to play? Want to meet other players in Climax Springs?

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.

This event is in the "Children (Ages 6 - 11)" group
This event is in the "Teens (Ages 12 - 18)" group

Connie "The Snake Lady" Koch

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:

Connie loves snakes! So much that she wants to share her slithery friends with us at the library! Connie will be bringing with her several non-venomous pals for us to learn about and even pat on the head.

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.

This event is in the "Teens (Ages 12 - 18)" group

Kids in the Kitchen for Teens Level C with University of Missouri Extension

10:30am–11:30am
Teens (Ages 12 - 18)
Camdenton Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Camdenton Library
Room: Camdenton Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12 - 18)
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

If you like to cook or have a teen who wants to learn, Kids in the Kitchen is for you! In this class you will prepare and taste a healthy recipe each week.

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.

This event is in the "Teens (Ages 12 - 18)" group

Dungeons and Dragons

3:30pm–4:30pm
Teens (Ages 12 - 18)
Osage Beach Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Osage Beach Library
Room: Osage Beach Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12 - 18)
Program Type: Games/ Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come Join our campaign filled with fun and thrilling adventure into Dungeons and Dragons! Do you love dungeon crawling for loot or the never ending thrill of battle than this is the game for you!

Closed for Independence Day

All Day
All Branches
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 will be CLOSED on Friday, July 4, 2025, in observance of Independence Day. 

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers (Birth - 5)" group
This event is in the "Children (Ages 6 - 11)" group
This event is in the "Teens (Ages 12 - 18)" group

Kandi Cozy Corner

10:00am–10:30am
Babies & Toddlers (Birth - 5), Children (Ages 6 - 11), Teens (Ages 12 - 18)
Stoutland Library
Library Branch: Stoutland Library
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers (Birth - 5), Children (Ages 6 - 11), Teens (Ages 12 - 18)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games/ Gaming, Storytime
Event Details:

STORYTIME & SAFETY: Our School Resource Officer will visit children at the Stoutland library for an unforgettable Storytime!

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.

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.

This event is in the "Teens (Ages 12 - 18)" group

Kids in the Kitchen for Teens Level C with University of Missouri Extension

10:30am–11:30am
Teens (Ages 12 - 18)
Camdenton Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Camdenton Library
Room: Camdenton Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12 - 18)
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

If you like to cook or have a teen who wants to learn, Kids in the Kitchen is for you! In this class you will prepare and taste a healthy recipe each week.

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.

This event is in the "Teens (Ages 12 - 18)" group
This event is in the "Adults (Ages 19+)" group

Teens vs Parents Nerf Battle

6:00pm–9:00pm
Teens (Ages 12 - 18), Adults (Ages 19+)
Camdenton Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Camdenton Library
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12 - 18), Adults (Ages 19+)
Program Type: Games/ Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

What happens at the library after it's closed?

NERF Battles! 

The Camdenton Library will host an After Hours NERF Battle for teens ages 12 to 18, on Friday, July 11, 2025, from 6 pm to 9 pm.

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.

This event is in the "Children (Ages 6 - 11)" group
This event is in the "Teens (Ages 12 - 18)" group

Color My World with Mad Science

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:

With the help of prisms and the diffraction of the white light- rainbows will appear. Volunteers from the audience will be needed to help the Mad Scientist' out, with all the experiments that will go with ROYGBIV's world.

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.

This event is in the "Teens (Ages 12 - 18)" group

Kids in the Kitchen for Teens Level C with University of Missouri Extension

10:30am–11:30am
Teens (Ages 12 - 18)
Camdenton Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Camdenton Library
Room: Camdenton Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12 - 18)
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

If you like to cook or have a teen who wants to learn, Kids in the Kitchen is for you! In this class you will prepare and taste a healthy recipe each week.

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.

This event is in the "Teens (Ages 12 - 18)" group

Dungeons and Dragons

3:30pm–4:30pm
Teens (Ages 12 - 18)
Osage Beach Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Osage Beach Library
Room: Osage Beach Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12 - 18)
Program Type: Games/ Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come Join our campaign filled with fun and thrilling adventure into Dungeons and Dragons! Do you love dungeon crawling for loot or the never ending thrill of battle than this is the game for you!

This event is in the "Teens (Ages 12 - 18)" group

Kids in the Kitchen for Teens Level C with University of Missouri Extension

10:30am–11:30am
Teens (Ages 12 - 18)
Camdenton Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Camdenton Library
Room: Camdenton Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12 - 18)
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

If you like to cook or have a teen who wants to learn, Kids in the Kitchen is for you! In this class you will prepare and taste a healthy recipe each week.

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.

This event is in the "Children (Ages 6 - 11)" group
This event is in the "Teens (Ages 12 - 18)" group

Mid-MO Magic with Gerry Tritz

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:

After wasting the first couple decades of his life, Gerry Tritz graduated from college and promptly took up juggling and magic.

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.

This event is in the "Teens (Ages 12 - 18)" group

Kids in the Kitchen for Teens Level C with University of Missouri Extension

10:30am–11:30am
Teens (Ages 12 - 18)
Camdenton Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Camdenton Library
Room: Camdenton Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12 - 18)
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

If you like to cook or have a teen who wants to learn, Kids in the Kitchen is for you! In this class you will prepare and taste a healthy recipe each week.

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.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers (Birth - 5)" group
This event is in the "Children (Ages 6 - 11)" group
This event is in the "Teens (Ages 12 - 18)" group

Kandi Cozy Corner

10:00am–10:30am
Babies & Toddlers (Birth - 5), Children (Ages 6 - 11), Teens (Ages 12 - 18)
Stoutland Library
Library Branch: Stoutland Library
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers (Birth - 5), Children (Ages 6 - 11), Teens (Ages 12 - 18)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games/ Gaming, Storytime
Event Details:

STORYTIME & SAFETY: Our School Resource Officer will visit children at the Stoutland library for an unforgettable Storytime!

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.

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.

This event is in the "Teens (Ages 12 - 18)" group

Kids in the Kitchen for Teens Level C with University of Missouri Extension

10:30am–11:30am
Teens (Ages 12 - 18)
Camdenton Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Camdenton Library
Room: Camdenton Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12 - 18)
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

If you like to cook or have a teen who wants to learn, Kids in the Kitchen is for you! In this class you will prepare and taste a healthy recipe each week.

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.

This event is in the "Teens (Ages 12 - 18)" group

Dungeons and Dragons

3:30pm–4:30pm
Teens (Ages 12 - 18)
Osage Beach Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Osage Beach Library
Room: Osage Beach Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12 - 18)
Program Type: Games/ Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come Join our campaign filled with fun and thrilling adventure into Dungeons and Dragons! Do you love dungeon crawling for loot or the never ending thrill of battle than this is the game for you!

This event is in the "Teens (Ages 12 - 18)" group

Creating Cartoon Characters with Will Stuck

4:30pm–5:30pm
Teens (Ages 12 - 18)
Camdenton Library
Library Branch: Camdenton Library
Room: Camdenton Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12 - 18)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Challenge Performances
Event Details:

Creating Cartoon Characters: With some paper and a pencil, you can create unique cartoon characters! Learn a few helpful tips and tricks for drawing cartoons with Will Stuck. All supplies are provided.

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.

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.

This event is in the "Teens (Ages 12 - 18)" group

Kids in the Kitchen for Teens Level C with University of Missouri Extension

10:30am–11:30am
Teens (Ages 12 - 18)
Camdenton Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Camdenton Library
Room: Camdenton Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12 - 18)
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

If you like to cook or have a teen who wants to learn, Kids in the Kitchen is for you! In this class you will prepare and taste a healthy recipe each week.

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.