Friday, April 18

• The Cliff Cave Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 5430 Telegraph Road, is hosting ”PowerPoint I” from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. Create a basic slideshow presentation using layouts and design templates, images, text boxes and bulleted lists with Microsoft Office PowerPoint 2016. Open to adults. “Intro to Computers II” or equivalent experience is required. Registration is required. Visit slcl.org/events for more information.
• 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.
• SAJE Senior Ministry is hosting ZumbaGold at 11:30 a.m. at Concord Trinity United Methodist Church, 5275 S. Lindbergh Blvd. Admission is $5.
• 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.
• The Grant’s View Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 9700 Musick Road, is hosting “Feature Film: ‘Curly Top’” from 2 – 4:30 p.m. Celebrate National Animal Cracker Day and the 90th anniversary of the movie 1935 film. Animal crackers and Shirley Temple drinks will be served. The film has an MPAA rating of PG and a runtime of 75 minutes. Open to all ages.
• The Cliff Cave Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 5430 Telegraph Road, is hosting “All Abilities Crafting” from 2 – 3 p.m. Open to teens and adults. Registration is required. Visit slcl.org/events for more information.
• St. Luke’s United Methodist Church, 2761 Telegraph Road, is hosting its last fish fry of the season from 4:30 – 7 p.m. Food is available for dine-in and carry-out. Pre-ordering can be done online up to Friday at www.stlstl.org.

Saturday, April 19

• The Grant’s View Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 9700 Musick Road, is hosting “Adventure of the Lost Treasure” from 10 – 10:45 a.m. Presented by Science Heroes, experience the fusion of science and stories with an interactive treasure-hunting adventure deep within the jungle. Open to ages 5 – 10.
• The Grant’s View Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 9700 Musick Road, is hosting a “Writers’ Workshop” from 10 – 11 a.m. Share, discuss and edit your recent work with fellow writers. Open to adults.
• 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.
• The Grant’s View Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 9700 Musick Road, is hosting a “Poetry & Art” from 2 – 3:30 p.m. Bring in your favorite poem and create art that visually represents the poem. Open to teens and adults. Registration is recommended with limited walk-ins. Visit slcl.org/events for more information.
• The Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site, 7400 Grant Road, is hosting “Discovering History: Ulysses S. Grant, Chinda, and Chinese Americans in the Civil War” from 2 – 5 p.m. Ulysses S. Grant maintained an interesting, complicated relationship with Chinese Americans and the Chinese nation during his lifetime. During the Civil War, numerous Chinese Americans served in his ranks. One of them, Joseph Pierce, fought at Gettysburg and was promoted to corporal in the Union Army. During his presidency, thousands of Chinese immigrants came to the United States to start new lives. After two terms as the 18th President of the United States, Ulysses S. Grant was the first president to take a world tour, and he and Julia spent two weeks in China, where they met with leading members of the royal family and government of the Qing dynasty and were warmly welcomed by the Chinese people. Grant visited China towards the end of his two-and-a-half-year world tour, remarking that Hong Kong was one of the finest cities he had ever seen. This half-day program will feature several speakers discussing Chinese Americans during the Civil War and Grant’s presidency, and Grant’s own experiences in China during his world tour. The program is free, but seating is limited to 40, and reservations are required. For reservations, please call (314) 842-1867 ext. 230.

Sunday, April 20

Happy Easter from The Call!

• 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.
• Embrace Church, 314 S. Clay Ave., worships at 6 p.m. Zoom option available.

Monday, April 21

• The Cliff Cave Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 5430 Telegraph Road, is hosting “Tech Talks: Scams & Shams” from 10 – 11:30 a.m. Learn how to spot a scam and various ways to avoid a scam. This class will focus on typical scam emails and phone calls. Open to adults. Registration is required. Visit slcl.org/events for more information.
• 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.
• The Weber Road Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 4444 Weber Road, is hosting “Craft Lab” from 5 – 6 p.m. Enjoy a space to get creative. A variety of craft materials will be supplied. Open to ages 6 – 12. Registration is required. Visit slcl.org/events for more information.
• The Oak Bend Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 842 S. Holmes Ave., is hosting “Tabletop Gamers” from 6 – 7:30 p.m. This month’s game is “Azul: Summer Pavilion.” Learn how to play or come for the fun! Open to adults. Registration is recommended. Visit slcl.org/events for more information.

Tuesday, April 22

• The Take-Off Pounds Assembly meets from 9 – 10 a.m. at 824 Union Road.
• The Weber Road Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 4444 Weber Road, is hosting “Earth Day Extravaganza” from 10 – 11 a.m. Celebrate Earth Day with special crafts and activities. Open to ages 2 – 5.
• The Oak Bend Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 842 S. Holmes Ave., is hosting “Choice: Healthy Living for Seniors – A Journey of Understanding Dementia” from 10 – 11 a.m. Presented by Go In Peace Doula Services and Aging Ahead, reduce the fear associated with dementia with an improved understanding of how to help a loved one with dementia. This program is followed by a healthy lunch. Registration is required and must be received at least 48 hours prior to the program to receive lunch. To register, visit www.agingahead.org/events or call 314-994-3300. Open to adults.
• SAJE Senior Ministry is hosting chair exercise at 10:30 a.m. at Concord Trinity United Methodist Church, 5275 S. Lindbergh Blvd. Admission is free.
• SAJE Senior Ministry is hosting ZumbaGold at 11:30 a.m. at Concord Trinity United Methodist Church, 5275 S. Lindbergh Blvd. Admission is $5.
• 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.
• GriefShare meets at 6:30 p.m. at Lutheran Church of Webster Gardens, 8749 Watson Road.
• ​​Alcoholics Anonymous meets at South Side Church of God, 12145 Tesson Ferry Road, at 7 p.m. Meetings are held weekly and free child care is provided.

Wednesday, April 23

• 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.
• The Oak Bend Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 842 S. Holmes Ave., is hosting “Imagination Station” from 10 – 11 a.m. Enjoy a morning of pretend play. Be a veterinarian, postal worker, baker and more! Open to ages 2 – 5. Registration is required. Visit slcl.org/events for more information.
• The Rotary Club of Crestwood and Sunset Hills meets at Sunset Hills Community Center, 3915 S. Lindbergh Blvd., at noon.
• The Kiwanis Club of South County meets from 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. at Frailey’s Southtown Grill, 4329 Butler Hill Road.
• 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.
• South County Toastmasters meets at 6:30 p.m. at the Sunset Hills Community Center, 3915 S. Lindbergh Blvd.

Thursday, April 24

• 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.
• SAJE Senior Ministry is hosting bingo at the Episcopal Church of the Advent, 9373 Garber Road, at 10 a.m.
• SAJE Senior Ministry is hosting a movie matinee featuring the 2024 film “Hitman” at St. Thomas/Holy Spirit Lutheran Church, 3980 S. Lindbergh Blvd., at 1 p.m. $2 is suggested for entry as light refreshments will be provided.
• Support the Red Cross and help patients in need by donating blood at the Cliff Cave Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 5430 Telegraph Road, from 1 – 5 p.m. Donors may be 16 years old with parental consent or 17 years old and up. All donors must present a photo ID. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments will take priority. To register, visit www.redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS.
• The Grant’s View Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 9700 Musick Road, is hosting a “Chair Yoga” from 2 – 3 p.m. With the support of a chair, practice yoga poses, breathwork and meditation. Please dress comfortably. No yoga mat is needed. Beginners are welcome. Open to adults. Registration is recommended. Visit slcl.org/events for more information.
• The Weber Road Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 4444 Weber Road, is hosting “Nailed It!: Edible Gardens” from 4 – 5 p.m. Do you have what it takes to beat your competitors in a timed competition to create an edible garden out of ingredients like candy and cookies? Dress to be messy. Open to ages 12 – 17. Registration is required. Visit slcl.org/events for more information.
• South County Separated, Divorced, Widowed and Remarried Catholics is hosting live music and snacks at the St. Catherine Laboure parish cafeteria, 9740 Sappington Road, at 7 p.m. Call 314-540-7400 for more information.
• Jefferson County Swing Dance Club is hosting swing and line dance lessons at Arnold VFW, 2301 Church Road, from 6 – 7 p.m. A social dance from 7 – 10 p.m. will follow. Admission is $8 and everyone is welcome. Visit https://jcsdcswingdances.wordpress.com/ for more information.
• ​​St. Louis Banjo Club will provide a free evening of live music from 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. at the Affton Elks Club, 6330 Heege Road. For more information, call 314-952-0646 or visit www.stlouisbanjoclub.org. Table seating and cash bar.