Friday, Jan. 3 

• Drop off your favorite stuffed animal at the Grant’s View Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 9700 Musick Road, any time between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., then come back on Saturday from 10 – 11 a.m. for a special snack and to see what your stuffed friend got up to during their sleepover. Open to ages 3 – 8. Registration is required. Visit slcl.org/events for more information.
• The Cliff Cave Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 5430 Telegraph Road, is hosting “Needlework” from 10 a.m. – noon. Bring your current crochet, knitting, cross stitch or other needlework project and enjoy the company of others. Open to adults.
• 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 $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.
• Sip cocoa, read a book and enjoy crafts and games at “Cozy Corner” hosted by the Oak Bend Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 842 S. Holmes Ave., from 2 – 3 p.m. Open to ages 6 – 11.
• Enjoy a glass of sparkling cider while relaxing doing adult coloring pages at “Sip and Color” hosted by the Cliff Cave Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 5430 Telegraph Road, from 2 – 3 p..m. Supplies will be provided. Open to adults. Registration is required. Visit slcl.org/events for more information.
• Share ideas, meet friends, and earn volunteer hours at “Teen Advisory Group (TAG)” hosted by the Grant’s View Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 9700 Musick Road, from 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. Open to ages 13 – 18.
• There will be a Holy Hour for priestly and religious vocations from 7 – 8 p.m. at the Monastery of St. Clare, 200 Marycrest Drive.

Saturday, Jan. 4 

• Let your baby explore the world through sensory play in a relaxed group setting at “Baby Play Time” hosted by the Cliff Cave Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 5430 Telegraph Road, from 10 – 11 a.m. Open to ages 0 – 24 months.
• The Weber Road Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 4444 Weber Road, is hosting “All About Dogs Yoga” from 10 – 11  a.m. Presented by Healthy Life Nation, practice yoga through poses and breathing exercises, then create a craft. Dress in comfortable clothes and bring a yoga mat or towel to use. Open to children and families. Registration is required. Visit slcl.org/events for more information.
• Practice your writing and drawing skills and talk with other comic artists including a group of experienced creators at “Future Cartoonist Society” hosted by the Grant’s View Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 9700 Musick Road, from 10 – 11:30 a.m. Open to teens.
• 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 $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 “Saturday Explorers: Let’s Explore Japan” from 2 – 3 p.m. This program is recommended for adults with developmental/cognitive disabilities.

Sunday, Jan. 5 

• 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, Jan. 6 

• The Weber Road Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 4444 Weber Road, is hosting “CAASTLC Outreach at Your Library” from 9:30 a.m. – noon. Need assistance with energy bills, water/sewer bills, rent/mortgage payment and/or home weatherization? County residents can meet with a representative to learn about programs and fill out applications. More information can be found at https://www.caastlc.org. Open to adults.
• 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 “Mindful Mondays” from 2 – 3 p.m. Curious about mindfulness? Come learn more through discussion and practical application of mindful activities including breathwork, intention, gentle movement and more. No prior experience with mindfulness is necessary. This is a safe place to explore and try new things. Open to adults.
• Let your preschooler enjoy imaginative play in a relaxed group setting at “Imagination Stations” hosted by the Grant’s View Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 9700 Musick Road, from 2 – 3 p.m. Open to ages 2 – 5.
• The Oak Bend Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 842 S. Holmes Ave., is hosting “Homeschool Explorations: Geology” from 2 – 3 p.m. Open to ages 5 – 12. 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 “Beginner Yoga” – a gentle and foundational class to learn yoga poses, breathwork, meditation and alignment – from 6 – 7 p.m. Beginners and all levels are welcome. Please dress comfortably and bring your own mat or towel. Open to teens and adults.
• Learn how to use Google Maps for navigation, exploring local businesses, viewing satellite footage of a location and much more at “Google Maps” hosted by the Grant’s View Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 9700 Musick Road, from 6 – 7:30 p.m. Registration is required. Visit slcl.org/events for more information.
• Join fellow book-loving teens to snack and talk about your favorite (and least favorite) recent reads at “Teen Book Chat” hosted by the Grant’s View Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 9700 Musick Road, from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Open to ages 12 – 18.

Tuesday, Jan. 7 

• The Take-Off Pounds Assembly meets from 9 – 10 a.m. at 824 Union Road.
• The Grant’s View Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 9700 Musick Road, is hosting “Intro to Computers I” from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. No previous computer experience is necessary. New computer users will practice with the computer mouse and other basic computer concepts using Windows 10. 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 “Choice: Healthy Living for Seniors – Balance Barre” from 10 a.m. – noon. Presented by Aging Ahead and Vitality in Motion, improve your posture and mobility using traditional barre exercises to help stretch and strengthen the body. No dance experience or equipment required. Please wear lightweight shoes. Open to adults. This program is followed by a healthy lunch. Registration 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.
• 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.
• The Grant’s View Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 9700 Musick Road, is hosting “Consumer’s Corner: Buying” from 2 – 3 p.m. Information is the most valuable thing you can bring with you on your next shopping trip. Discover tips and tricks to save money by finding expert reviews, researching the best times for the lowest prices and understanding ratings. Open to adults. Registration is required. Visit slcl.org/events for more information.
• The Cliff Cave Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 5430 Telegraph Road, is hosting “Influences of Star Wars: 633 Squadron” from 2 – 4:30 p.m. The film has an MPAA rating of PG and a runtime of 103 minutes. Open to teens and adults.
• Play video games with other teens on a variety of consoles, from retro to modern, at “Video Game Club” hosted by the Cliff Cave Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 5430 Telegraph Road, from 6 – 7 p.m. Open to ages 13 – 17.
• The Mehlville Lions Club will meet from 6 – 7 p.m. at Cafe Telegraph, 2650 Telegraph 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 – 7:30 p.m. All skill levels are welcome. Open to adults.
• 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, Jan. 8 

• The Grant’s View Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 9700 Musick Road, is hosting “First Art” – an art program where the focus is on the process of making art rather than the finished product – from 10 – 10:45 p.m. Dress to be messy. Open to ages 18 – 36 months.
• The Oak Bend Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 842 S. Holmes Ave., is hosting “Cooking Club: New Year, New Dish” from 10 – 11 a.m. Explore cooking techniques and recipes. This month’s focus will be cooking a new recipe. Bring a dish or recipe to share. Open to adults.
• The Weber Road Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 4444 Weber Road, is hosting “Genealogy @ Weber Road” from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. The History & Genealogy Department is taking the show on the road! Ready to research your family history? A staff member will be available to answer questions and share information about how to begin your research and use the library’s resources. Attendees may arrive at any time during the event. Wait times may vary. Open to adults.
• The Rotary Club of Crestwood and Sunset Hills meets at the Sunset Hills Community Center, 3915 S. Lindbergh Blvd., at noon.
• 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 Kiwanis Club of South County meets at 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. at Frailey’s Southtown Grill, 4329 Butler Hill Road.
• Start your new year off by joining the  Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site readers’ guild. This year’s first meeting will be held at 2 p.m. at the  Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site, 7400 Grant Road. The book selection is “How The World Is Passed: A Reckoning with the History of Slavery Across America” by Clint Smith. It is available in the park’s bookstore. The Readers’ Guild meets quarterly on Wednesdays. For reservations, call 314-842-1867 ext. 230.
• South County Toastmasters meets at 6:30 p.m. at the Sunset Hills Community Center, 3915 S. Lindbergh Blvd.

Thursday, Jan. 9 

• The Grant’s View Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 9700 Musick Road, is hosting “Intro to Computers II” from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. Explore basic computer terminology, learn about the keyboard and work with common elements in Windows 10. “Intro to Computers I” or equivalent experience is required. Registration is required. Visit slcl.org/events for more information.
• 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.
• The Cliff Cave Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 5430 Telegraph Road, is hosting “Senior Game Day” from 10 – 10:45 a.m. Open to adults. Registration is required. Visit slcl.org/events for more information.
• SAJE Senior Ministry is hosting “Lunch and Learn: Exercise and You” presented by Dr. Beth Templin of HouseFit at 11 a.m. at St. Thomas/Holy Spirit Lutheran Church, 3980 S. Lindbergh Blvd. Lunch will be served at noon. $5 is suggested.
• The Weber Road Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 4444 Weber Road, is hosting “LITStitch” from 1 – 2 p.m. Listen to a new book and create a cross stitch based on the cover. All skill levels are welcome. Supplies will be provided. Open to adults.  Registration is required. Visit slcl.org/events for more information.
• The Cliff Cave Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 5430 Telegraph Road, is hosting “Community Superheroes” from 1 – 2 p.m. Presented by the Missouri History Museum, discover what it takes to be a superhero in your community through stories, crafts and activities. Open to ages 3-6. Registration is required. Visit slcl.org/events for more information.