Friday, April 10

• Make a difference | Crochet granny squares for Warm Up America, a national nonprofit, from 10 – 11:30 a.m. at the Cliff Cave Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 5430 Telegraph Road. Open to adults.
• Get your workout in | SAJE Senior Ministry is hosting chair yoga at 10:30 a.m. at Concord Trinity United Methodist Church, 5275 S. Lindbergh Blvd. Admission is $5 and SilverSneakers is accepted.
• Get your workout in | SAJE Senior Ministry is hosting ZumbaGold at 11:30 a.m. at Concord Trinity United Methodist Church, 5275 S. Lindbergh Blvd. Admission is $5.
• Play pickleball | The Affton Community Center, 9801 Mackenzie Road, is hosting open pickleball from noon – 1:30 p.m. and 1:45 – 3:15 p.m. Admission is $3 per person or free for Renew Active and SilverSneakers members. Reservations start Monday at 8 a.m. by calling 314-615-8822.
• Sing, listen to showtunes | Do you hear the people sing? Head to the Grant’s View Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 9700 Musick Ave., from 7 – 9 p.m. for a night of show-stopping tunes. Perform solo or with a group, or enjoy a variety of Broadway-themed activities while in the audience. This event is meant for those ages 12-18. Registration is required. Visit slcl.org/events for more information.

Saturday, April 11

• Shred old paper | There will be a free paper shredding event from 9 a.m. to noon at the Crestwood Government Center, 1 Detjen Drive. It offers on-site shredding for secure disposal. There is a limit of five banker boxes per vehicle. It is open to all Crestwood and St. Louis County residents (businesses not eligible). This event is funded by a grant from Saint Louis County Department of Public Health utilizing County landfill surcharge funds.
• Fishing competition | Anglers of all ages can enjoy a “reel” good time and compete for prizes in categories such as biggest catch, smallest catch, and most fish. Be sure to bring your own gear! There will be two groups: ages 5-10 and ages 11 and older, with winners in each group receiving prizes. Children must be accompanied by an adult. The fishing derby will take place from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. at Whitecliff Park Quarry, 9245 Whitecliff Park Lane. It costs $5 per child. Register online at parks.cityofcrestwood.org.
• Dive into history | “Civil War Weekend” will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site, 7400 Grant Road. There will be a living history event commemorating life during the American Civil War. Activities throughout both days include soldier encampments, historic weapons demonstrations, 19th century music and instrument performances by Professor Farquar and Miss Polecat Annie, and information on how to research your Civil War ancestors.
• Dive into history | The 1st Kansas Colored Volunteer Infantry is recognized as the first black troops to see combat in the American Civil War — and this distinction was given to them at a battle that took place in Missouri. The risks these soldiers took in fighting for freedom included re-enslavement and death, yet they still joined and helped to encourage hundreds of thousands of other African Americans to do the same. Join Park Ranger Cody as he discusses this important unit’s creation, the battles they fought in, where they served and how their fight for freedom made them so influential in America’s history. This History Talk will take place from 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. at the Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site, 7400 Grant Road. The program is free, but call 314-842-1867 ext. 230 for reservations.
• Play pickleball | The Affton Community Center, 9801 Mackenzie Road, is hosting open pickleball from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. and 1:15 to 3:15 p.m. Admission is $3 per person or free for Renew Active and SilverSneakers members. Reservations start Monday at 8 a.m. by calling 314-615-8822.
• Attend a concert | The Independent Silver Band is a vintage brass band, recreating a group that played in Mt. Vernon, Illinois, from 1884 to 1889. Playing on period instruments and wearing period wardrobe, the band plays music from the second half of the 19th century. Bring a lawn chair or a blanket to enjoy this free concert from 2:30 – 3:30 p.m. at the Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site, 7400 Grant Road. Outside food and beverages are allowed.

Sunday, April 12

• Join in worship | Gethsemane Lutheran Church, 3600 Hampton Ave., has worship recorded and streamed every Sunday from 8:30 – 9:30 a.m. on Facebook and YouTube and in person.
• Make a difference | The River Rock Church of Lemay will host its Better Rest program for families in the Lemay community who have children in need of a bed. Volunteers are wanted. Volunteers will go to homes to meet families and measure the bedrooms to make sure the bunk beds will fit. The church also needs volunteers to go into homes, build the bunk beds and gift bedding and Bibles. Donate new twin-size bedding, pillows, sheets, comforters and blankets at River Rock Church, 1601 Telegraph Road, from 9 a.m. to noon. Call the church office at 314-968-0600 if you have questions.
• Dive into history | “Civil War Weekend” will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site, 7400 Grant Road. There will be a living history event commemorating life during the American Civil War. Activities throughout both days include soldier encampments, historic weapons demonstrations, 19th century music and instrument performances by Professor Farquar and Miss Polecat Annie, and information on how to research your Civil War ancestors.
• Dive into history | It is commonly believed the Civil War ended at Appomattox, Virginia, on April 9, 1865, when Confederate General Robert E. Lee surrendered to Union General Ulysses S. Grant. But was that really the case? As the Confederacy was falling apart, an estimated 175,000 troops remained in the field and were not included in the surrender. These troops were loosely dispersed throughout the Confederacy. Confederate President Jefferson Davis vowed to keep the war going. Ranger Ashton returns to the park to discuss what happened in the weeks and months after Generals Grant and Lee met at Appomattox Court House. The program is free. It will take place from 1 – 2 p.m. at the Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site, 7400 Grant Road. Call 314-842-1867 ext. 230 for reservations.
• Join in worship | Embrace Church, 314 S. Clay Ave., worships at 6 p.m. Zoom option available.

Monday, April 13

• Play pickleball | The Affton Community Center, 9801 Mackenzie Road, is hosting open pickleball from noon – 1:30 p.m. and 1:45 – 3:15 p.m. Admission is $3 per person or free for Renew Active and SilverSneakers members. Reservations start Monday at 8 a.m. by calling 314-615-8822.
• Play bingo | Adults can play bingo, have fun and win books from 2 – 3 p.m. at the Grant’s View Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 9700 Musick Ave.
• Get crafty | Paint a flower pot to take home from 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. at the Weber Road Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 4444 Weber Road. All materials will be provided. This event is meant for those ages 12-17, and registration is required. Visit slcl.org/events for more information.

Tuesday, April 14

• Connect with others | The Take-Off Pounds Assembly meets from 9 – 10 a.m. at 824 Union Road.
• Get your workout in | SAJE Senior Ministry is hosting chair exercises at 10:30 a.m. at Concord Trinity United Methodist Church, 5275 S. Lindbergh Blvd. Admission is free.
• Get your workout in | SAJE Senior Ministry is hosting ZumbaGold at 11:30 a.m. at Concord Trinity United Methodist Church, 5275 S. Lindbergh Blvd. Admission is $5.
• Play pickleball | The Affton Community Center, 9801 Mackenzie Road, is hosting open pickleball from noon – 1:30 p.m. and 1:45 – 3:15 p.m. Admission is $3 per person or free for Renew Active and SilverSneakers members. Reservations start Monday at 8 a.m. by calling 314-615-8822.
• Play dominoes | Learn and play dominoes in a fun and noncompetitive environment from 2 – 4 p.m. at the Meramec Valley Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 1501 San Simeon Way. Dominoes and snacks will be provided.
• Connect with elected officials | Come to an open house to review and share feedback on Crestwood’s proposed sidewalk project connecting Sappington Road to Spellman Park along Rayburn Avenue, Samoa Drive and Tahiti Drive. There will be no formal presentation. Stop by anytime during the open house to view plans, ask questions and provide input. It will take place from 4 – 7 p.m. at the Crestwood Government Center, 1 Detjen Drive.
• Get crafty | The entire family can work together to create a fun, make-and-take craft. This time, the theme is “hatching chicks.” This craft night will take place from 6 – 7 p.m. at the Oak Bend Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 842 S. Holmes Ave. It is meant for families with children ages 3-12.
• Connect with others | GriefShare meets at 6:30 p.m. at Lutheran Church of Webster Gardens, 8749 Watson Road.

Wednesday, April 15

• Connect with others | Join other veterans at “Veterans Coffee Talk” hosted at American Legion Post 162, 9305 S. Broadway Street, at 9 a.m. every Wednesday. Conducted by Saint Louis Vets Connect, “Veterans Coffee Talk” was created so veterans can enjoy the brotherhood shared by all branches of service, providing a non-political atmosphere where their stories and valor can be shared. Free donuts and coffee – and occasionally breakfast – will be provided.
• Connect with others | The Rotary Club of Crestwood and Sunset Hills meets at the Sunset Hills Community Center, 3915 S. Lindbergh Blvd., at noon.
• Play pickleball | The Affton Community Center, 9801 Mackenzie Road, is hosting open pickleball from noon – 1:30 p.m. and 1:45 – 3:15 p.m. Admission is $3 per person or free for Renew Active and SilverSneakers members. Reservations start Monday at 8 a.m. by calling 314-615-8822.
• Connect with others | The Kiwanis Club of South County meets from 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. at Frailey’s Southtown Grill, 4329 Butler Hill Road.
• Trivia time | Come test your knowledge of the ’70s over a range of categories and enjoy a funky night of fun and prizes. Four people maximum are allowed per team. Each team member must register individually. It will take place from 6 – 7:30 p.m. at the Grant’s View Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 9700 Musick Ave. It is meant for teens and adults, and registration is required. Visit slcl.org/events for more information.
• Connect with others | South County Toastmasters meets at 6:30 p.m. at the Sunset Hills Community Center, 3915 S. Lindbergh Blvd.

Thursday, April 16

• Play pickleball | The Affton Community Center, 9801 Mackenzie Road, is hosting open pickleball from 9:30 – 11:45 a.m., noon – 1:30 p.m. and 1:45 – 3:15 p.m. Admission is $3 per person or free for Renew Active and SilverSneakers members. Reservations start Monday at 8 a.m. by calling 314-615-8822.
• Play video games | The Video Game Club will meet from 6 – 7 p.m. at the Cliff Cave Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 5430 Telegraph Road. Play video games with other teens on a variety of consoles, from retro to modern. This event is meant for teens ages 13-17.
• Dive into history | The Sunset Hills Conservation Foundation presents “The Siege of St. Louis — The Battle of Fort San Carlos: America’s Farthest West Revolutionary War Battle.” It will take place at 6:30 p.m. at the Sunset Hills Community Center, 3915 S. Lindbergh Blvd. Ron Hack will speak on the Battle of Fort Carlos (the Battle of St. Louis), which played a pivotal role in America’s ultimate success against the British in the Revolutionary War. He will explain the battle itself, the factors leading up to the attack in 1780, and how the battle shaped the future of St. Louis and Missouri. Presented as part of the Sunset Hills-Crestwood 250th Anniversary of the United States of America Celebration. This event is free and open to the general public.