literacy

YMCA Book Fair

Event Date: 
Sat, 08/21/2010
The YMCA of St. Louis holds its annual Book Fair featuring more than 1 million books, records, cds, video tapes, cassettes and magazines.

The YMCA of St. Louis holds its annual Book Fair featuring more than 1 million books, records, cds, video tapes, cassettes and magazines. The Fair continues through August 25 with free admission. 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. each day. At the Kennedy Recreation Center, 6050 Wells Road, St. Louis, 63128, near Meramec Bottom Road and I-55. More information: 314-353-4960 or www.ymcabookfair.org

YMCA Book Fair

Event Date: 
Fri, 08/20/2010
The YMCA of St. Louis holds its annual Book Fair featuring more than 1 million books, records, cds, video tapes, cassettes and magazines.

The YMCA of St. Louis holds its annual Book Fair featuring more than 1 million books, records, cds, video tapes, cassettes and magazines. Tonight is First Selection Night (4-10 p.m.) with an admission of $10. The Fair continues through August 25 with free admission. 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. each day. At the Kennedy Recreation Center, 6050 Wells Road, St. Louis, 63128, near Meramec Bottom Road and I-55. More information: 314-353-4960 or www.ymcabookfair.org

From the Page to the Stage: How Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Became the Golden Ticket

Event Date: 
Fri, 06/11/2010
Join the creators of “The Golden Ticket” (a world premiere opera based on “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory”) for an exploration of how a novel becomes an opera.

The St. Louis County Library and Opera Theatre St. Louis present “From the Page to the Stage: How Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Became the Golden Ticket” on Friday, June 11 at 7 p.m. at Library Headquarters, 1640 S. Lindbergh Blvd. The event is free and open to the public. Doors open at 6 p.m.
 

Story Time

Event Date: 
Mon, 06/28/2010
Does your child love stories? Relax and engage your child’s imagination with a variety of fun books.

Does your child love stories? Relax and engage your child’s imagination with a variety of fun books. Open to all ages, and especially geared towards young ones and parents. You’ll also enjoy some yummy treats and a fun activity. 10:30-11 a.m.

At Whole Foods Market, 1160 Town and Country Crossing Drive. More information: www.wholefoods.com

A Celebration of Kids' Novels

Event Date: 
Sat, 05/15/2010
As part of National Children's Book Week, Puddn'Head Books will explore kids' novels with St. Louis area writers Heather Brewer and Jody Feldman

As part of National Children's Book Week, Puddn'Head Books will explore kids' novels with St. Louis area writers Heather Brewer and Jody Feldman. Attendees will have chances to win a bag full of new books. 6:30 p.m. at Puddn'Head Books, 37 S. Old Orchard, Webster Groves. More information: 314-918-1069

A Celebration of Picture Books

Event Date: 
Sat, 05/15/2010
This event features multi-award winning author and member of the Missouri Writers Hall of Fame Kate Klise, along with local favorite Amy Sklansky.

As part of National Children's Book Week, Puddn'Head Books in Webster Groves is hosting a Celebration of Picture Books. This event features multi-award winning author and member of the Missouri Writers Hall of Fame Kate Klise, along with local favorite Amy Sklansky. Attendees will have a chance to win a bag full of new books. 10:30 a.m. at Puddn'Head Books, 37 S. Old Orchard, Webster Groves. More information: 314-918-1069

Great St. Louis Book Fair

Event Date: 
Fri, 04/30/2010
For more than 60 years, book lovers and collectors have enjoyed bargain prices on a diverse and quality selection of new, gently-used and rare books. Fair proceeds benefit local non-profit education and literacy programs.

The Greater St. Louis Book Fair is one of the nation's oldest, largest and most popular charity book sales. For more than 60 years, book lovers and collectors have enjoyed bargain prices on a diverse and quality selection of new, gently-used and rare books. Fair proceeds benefit local non-profit education and literacy programs. The 2010 Greater St. Louis Book Fair will start the evening of Thursday, April 29 and continue through Sunday May 2. At Macys at West County Center at the intersection of I270 and Manchester Road. More information: www.stlouisbookfair.org

Schedule

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Things To Do

Friday, May 24 - Monday, May 27
Greek Fest features live Greek music and dancing, a marketplace, and fantastic Greek food.
Friday, May 24
Kids will have a blast on a giant slide, bounce house, inflatable obstacle course and more.
Friday, May 24
Kids will have a blast and burn lots of energy at Open Bounce Night.
Friday, May 24
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Today's Featured Camp

Lil' Bear Baseball Day Camp at Washington University

Washington University in St. Louis Baseball hosts a week-long baseball day camp in which boys and girls will learn baseball basics, play in the sun (and shade) and best of all - have FUN! With an age-appropriate curriculum and a safe environment, our college baseball coaches will show your son or daughter what it takes to be a Lil' Bear through instruction, games, wiffle ball, and – because every kid wants to get in the pool – SWIM TIME!

Camp is help June 17-21 and is for ages 6 to 10. Visit our web site for more information and let your kids be a Lil' Bear!

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