South County Community Calendar: Week of Friday, Dec. 19 through Thursday, Dec. 25

December 17, 2025

Friday, Dec. 19

It’s playtime | The Cliff Cave Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 5430 Telegraph Road, will host a toddler art program where the focus is on the process of making art rather than the finished product. Dress to be messy. This event is meant for children ages 18-36 months, and it will take place from 10 – 11 a.m. Registration is required. Visit slcl.org/events for more information.
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.
Connect with others | Discover a new game or enjoy your favorite with others at the Weber Road Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 4444 Weber Road, from 2 – 3:30 p.m. There will be various card and board games available. This club is meant for adults.

Saturday, Dec. 20

Vehicle enthusiasts unite | It’s Train Day at the Meramec Valley Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 1501 San Simeon Way. Visit the model train displays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. If you have an ‘O’ gauge or standard gauge train, bring it to run on the tracks.
Celebrate the holidays | Rudolph and his friends have been playing reindeer games, and now Santa’s candy canes are missing! Head to Whitecliff Park, 9245 Whitecliff Park Lane, from 10 – 11 a.m. for a festive morning filled with candy cane hunting, prizes and holiday fun. This event, meant for children ages 3-6, costs $10 for residents and $12 for non-residents. Register online.
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.
Learn about plants | The St. Louis Carnivorous Plant Society presents the fascinating world of Venus flytraps, pitcher plants, sundews and more. Learn from expert growers how to care for these extraordinary carnivorous plants and unlock the secrets to cultivating thriving, insect-eating beauties in your own home or garden. This program will take place from 2 – 3 p.m. at the Grant’s View Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 9700 Musick Ave. The program is meant for adults, and registration is recommended. Visit slcl.org/events for more information.
Celebrate the holidays | Walk through five rooms of Sappington House, 1015 S. Sappington Road, as “A Christmas Carol” unfolds around you with storyteller Anne Williams, live performances, tea and scones in The Barn and shopping in the Loft. This event, which takes place from 6 – 7 p.m., is limited to 12 guests per show. Reservations are required. Get tickets for $25 here or call 314-822-8171.
Puzzle with friends | Got the puzzle bug? Gather your family or friends for a festive evening of fun and friendly competition at the Crestwood Community Center, 9245 Whitecliff Park Lane, from 6:30 – 10:30 p.m. Each team will receive the same mystery holiday-themed puzzle, wrapped and ready to go. When the buzzer sounds, unwrap your puzzle and start piecing it together. The first team to complete their puzzle wins a prize, but everyone gets to take their puzzle home. You’re welcome to bring your own snacks and drinks to enjoy while you puzzle. The fee for this event is $60 per table.

Sunday, Dec. 21

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.
Join in worship | Embrace Church, 314 S. Clay Ave., worships at 6 p.m. Zoom option available.
Celebrate the holidays | Walk through five rooms of Sappington House, 1015 S. Sappington Road, as “A Christmas Carol” unfolds around you with storyteller Anne Williams, live performances, tea and scones in The Barn and shopping in the Loft. This event, which takes place from 6 – 7 p.m., is limited to 12 guests per show. Reservations are required. Get tickets for $25 here or call 314-822-8171.
Join in worship | Head to the First Unity Church of St. Louis, 4753 Butler Hill Road, at 10:30 a.m. for a candle lighting service as it celebrates the “12 Living Lights” within each of us. These twelve lights or powers are gifts from God for the purpose for unfolding our unique, individual Christ nature. Watch on YouTube at @First Unity Church of St. Louis or in person.

Monday, Dec. 22

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.
Make a difference | Support the Red Cross and help patients in need by donating blood from 1 – 5 p.m. at the Grant’s View Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 9700 Musick Ave., as well as at the Cliff Cave Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 5430 Telegraph Road. 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. Please visit www.redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS.

Tuesday, Dec. 23

Connect with others | The Take-Off Pounds Assembly meets from 9 – 10 a.m. at 824 Union Road.
Make a difference | Support the Red Cross and help patients in need by donating blood from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the Meramec Valley Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 1501 San Simeon Way. 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. Please visit www.redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS.
Get your workout in | 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.
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.
Celebrate the holidays | Enjoy a movie and craft for the winter holidays at the Oak Bend Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 842 S. Holmes Ave., from 6 – 7:30 p.m. Bring blankets and enjoy cozy crafts, snacks and the film “The Muppet Christmas Carol.” The movie is rated PG and has a runtime of 85 minutes.
Connect with others | GriefShare meets at 6:30 p.m. at Lutheran Church of Webster Gardens, 8749 Watson Road.

Wednesday, Dec. 24

Typical events may be canceled due to the upcoming holiday.

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 Sunset Hills Community Center, 3915 S. Lindbergh Blvd., at noon.
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.
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 | South County Toastmasters meets at 6:30 p.m. at the Sunset Hills Community Center, 3915 S. Lindbergh Blvd.