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South St. Louis County News

St. Louis Call Newspapers

South County Community Calendar: Week of Friday, Dec. 22 through Thursday, Dec. 28.

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Friday, Dec. 22 

  • The Oak Bend Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 842 S. Holmes Ave., is hosting “Lap Time” from 10 – 11 a.m. The program features stories, songs and playtime to help develop early literacy skills. Open to ages 0 – 24 months. 
  • SAJE Senior Ministry is hosting chair yoga at 10:30 a.m. at Concord Trinity United Methodist Church, 5275 S. Lindbergh Blvd. Admission is $3 and SilverSneakers is accepted.
  •  SAJE Senior Ministry is hosting ZumbaGold at 11:30 a.m. at Concord Trinity United Methodist Church, 5275 S. Lindbergh Blvd. Admission is $3.
  • The Cliff Cave Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 5430 Telegraph Road, is hosting a “Fiber Crafts Hour” from noon – 1 p.m. Bring your current crochet, knitting or needlepoint project and enjoy the company of others. 
  • 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 $2 per person or free for Renew Active and SilverSneakers members. Reservations start Monday at 8 a.m. by calling 314-615-8822.
  • Explore science concepts hands-on with your preschooler at “Preschool Science” hosted by the Meramec Valley Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 1501 San Simeon Way, from 2 – 3 p.m. Open to ages 3 – 6. Registration is required. Visit slcl.org/events for more information.
  • Play Nintendo Switch games at the “Teen Gaming Lounge” at the Grant’s View Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 9700 Musick Road, from 3 – 4 p.m. Snacks will be provided. Open to ages 12 – 18. 
  • The First Baptist Church of Oakville, 6741 Telegraph Rd., is hosting an indoor computerized light show featuring music from the Trans-Siberian Orchestra, Frosty, Frozen and more at 7 p.m. Get free tickets at eventbrite.com. Canned goods will be collected at the door for the Arnold Food Pantry. For more information, call 314-609-6165. 

Saturday, Dec. 23 

  • The Meramec Valley Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 1501 San Simeon Way, is hosting “LEGO Club” from 10 – 11:30 a.m. Legos will be provided. Open to ages 5 – 11. 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 an “All Day Crafty Cafe” from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Bring your crafting supplies and creativity. 
  • The Affton Community Center, 9801 Mackenzie Road, is hosting open pickleball from 11 – 1 p.m. and 1:15 to 3:15 p.m. Admission is $2 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, will be playing “White Christmas” from 2 – 4 p.m. The film is not rated and has a run time of 120 minutes. Open to all ages. 
  • The First Baptist Church of Oakville, 6741 Telegraph Rd., is hosting an indoor computerized light show featuring music from the Trans-Siberian Orchestra, Frosty, Frozen and more at 7 p.m. Get free tickets at eventbrite.com. Canned goods will be collected at the door for the Arnold Food Pantry. For more information, call 314-609-6165.  

Sunday, Dec. 24 

  • All branches of the St. Louis County Library will be closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Monday, Dec. 25

Merry Christmas from Call Newspapers!

  • All branches of the St. Louis County Library will be closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Tuesday, Dec. 26 

  • The Take-Off Pounds Assembly meets from 9 – 10 a.m. at 824 Union Road.
  • 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 $3.
  • 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 $2 per person or free for Renew Active and SilverSneakers members. Reservations start Monday at 8 a.m. by calling 314-615-8822.
  • Bring your current knitting, crochet or other needlework project to the Weber Road Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 4444 Weber Road, from noon – 2 p.m. to work on in the company of others. Open to adults. 
  • St. Luke’s United Methodist Church, 761 Telegraph Road, is hosting a Red Cross Blood Drive from 2 – 6 p.m. 
  • GriefShare meets at 6:30 p.m. at Lutheran Church of Webster Gardens, 8749 Watson Road. 
  • Learn to read, write and converse in English at “English Language Class” hosted by the Weber Road Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 4444 Weber Road, from 6:30 – 8 p.m. All skill levels are welcome. Open to adults. 
  • Practice yoga poses to relieve stress, increase strength and improve flexibility at the Cliff Cave Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 5430 Telegraph Road, from 7 – 8 p.m. Beginners are welcome. Please dress comfortably and bring your own mat or towel. Open to adults. Registration is required. Visit slcl.org/events for more information.

Wednesday, Dec. 27 

  • 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 $2 per person or free for Renew Active and SilverSneakers members. Reservations start Monday at 8 a.m. by calling 314-615-8822.
  • The Rotary Club of Crestwood and Sunset Hills meets at Jubilee Church, 10801 Sunset Office Drive, at noon.
  • The Kiwanis Club of South County meets at 12:30-1:30 p.m. at Frailey’s Southtown Grill, 4329 Butler Hill Road.
  • South County Toastmasters meets at 6 p.m. at the Sunset Hills Community Center, 3915 S. Lindbergh Blvd. 
  • Enjoy a creative and relaxing evening of coloring and drawing at the Grant’s View Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 9700 Musick Road, from 7 – 8:30 p.m. Supplies and coloring sheets will be provided. Open to teens and adults. 

Thursday, Dec. 28 

  • The Affton Community Center, 9801 Mackenzie Road, is hosting open pickleball from 9:30 – 11:45, noon – 1:30 p.m. and 1:45 – 3:15 p.m. Admission is $2 per person or free for Renew Active and SilverSneakers members. Reservations start Monday at 8 a.m. by calling 314-615-8822.
  • Explore science concepts hands-on with your preschooler at “Preschool Science” hosted by the Cliff Cave Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 5430 Telegraph Road, from 10 – 11 a.m. Open to ages 3 – 6. Registration is required. Visit slcl.org/events for more information.
  • The Grant’s View Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 9700 Musick Road is hosting a “Kids Craft Hour” from 10 – 11 a.m. Materials and instructions for over 20 preschool craft projects will be available. Make and take home as many as you want. Open to ages 2 – 6. 
  • SAJE Senior Ministry is hosting a movie matinee at St. Thomas/Holy Spirit Lutheran Church, 3980 S Lindbergh Blvd., at 1 p.m. The film shown will be “Dog” – a road trip comedy/drama starring Channing Tatum. Light refreshments will be provided. Admission is $2. 
  • The Cliff Cave Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 5430 Telegraph Road, is holding a Red Cross Blood Drive 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. Please visit www.redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED-CROSS. Open to adults and teens. 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 “Craft Hour: Holiday Crafter’s Market” from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. This month participants will be trading and sharing supplies with fellow crafters. Bring your own supplies or use supplies that have accumulated throughout the year. Open to adults. 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.
  • Jeffco Swing Dance Club meets 7 to 10 p.m. at the Arnold VFW, 2301 Church Road.