Friday, May 2 

• The Weber Road Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 4444 Weber Road, is hosting a “Studio Ghibli Scavenger Hunt” from 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. Search for Studio Ghibli movie characters in the Children’s Area for a prize. Open to children and families.
• 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 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 Cliff Cave Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 5430 Telegraph Road, is hosting a “Pan-Asian Celebration” from 3 – 4:30 p.m. From Turkey to Tuvalu, celebrate the delicious diversity of Asian and Pacific Island cultures with snack tasting and crafts. Open to all ages. Registration is recommended. Visit slcl.org/events for more information.
• The Monastery of St. Clare, 200 Marycrest Drive, is holding a holy hour for priestly and religious vocations from 7 – 8 p.m.

Saturday, May 3 

• St. Johns United Church of Christ, 11333 St. Johns Church Road, is hosting a rummage and furniture sale from 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.
• Each local library will be hosting “Free Comic Book Day” starting at 9 a.m. Stop in at your local branch to receive a free comic book, while supplies last. One comic per person. Open to all ages.
• The Grant’s View Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 9700 Musick Road, is hosting “Future Cartoonist Society” from 10 – 11:30 a.m. Come hang out and draw in a relaxed, inclusive and encouraging environment. Unleash your creativity and connect with other teen artists of all skill levels. Materials will be provided. Open to teens.
• The Affton Community Center, 9801 Mackenzie Road, is hosting open pickleball from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. and 1:15 – 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 “3rd Annual Community Fair & Ice Cream Social” will be held from 1 – 4 p.m. at 5025 Lakewood Ave. behind Salem Lutheran Church. The event includes a bouncy house, face painting, firetrucks, adoptable pets and more. Entry is free with registration. To register, visit https://SalemLutheranicecreamsocial.eventbrite.com.
• The Weber Road Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 4444 Weber Road, is hosting “Saturday Explorers: Painting Abstract Florals” from 2 – 3 p.m. This program is recommended for adults with developmental/cognitive disabilities.

Sunday, May 4 

• 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.
• St. Johns United Church of Christ, 11333 St. Johns Church Road, is hosting a rummage and furniture sale from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
• Embrace Church, 314 S. Clay Ave., worships at 6 p.m. Zoom option available.

Monday, May 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 “Imagination Stations” from 2 – 3 p.m. Let your preschooler enjoy imaginative play in a relaxed group setting. Open to ages 2 – 5.
• The Meramec Valley Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 1501 San Simeon Way, is hosting “Storybook Character Story Time” from 5 – 6 p.m. Celebrate your favorite storybook characters with books and activities. Open to children and families. Registration is required. Visit slcl.org/events for more information.

Tuesday, May 6 

• 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 “Play & Learn: Talk” from 10 – 11 a.m. Explore a different early literacy practice each week in this four-week program. Attend one session or continue the learning by attending all four. Each child will receive a toy to take home at each session. Open to ages 3 – 4. Registration is required. Visit slcl.org/events for more information.
• 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 Meramec Valley Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 1501 San Simeon Way, is hosting a “Homeschool Hangout” from 2 – 3 p.m. Open to ages 6 – 17. Registration is recommended. Visit slcl.org/events for more information.
• The Oak Bend Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 842 S. Holmes Ave., is hosting “Self-Care Crafts” from 6 – 7 p.m. Open to ages 12 – 17. Registration is required. Visit slcl.org/events for more information.
• The Mehlville Lions Club will meet from 6 – 7 p.m. at Cafe Telegraph, 2650 Telegraph Road.
• 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, May 7 

• 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 “Cooking Club: Regional Foods – Southwest” from 10 – 11 a.m. Explore cooking techniques and recipes. Bring a dish or recipe to share inspired by the American Southwest. Open to adults.
• The Happy Hookers crochet club meets at 11 a.m. at Crusoe’s Restaurant, 5591 Oakville Ctr. Call 314-894-8022 for more details.
• 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.
• The Meramec Valley Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 1501 San Simeon Way, is hosting a “Puzzle Party” from 2 – 3:30 p.m. Bring jigsaw puzzles to trade and stay to work on a shared puzzle with other enthusiasts. Snacks will be provided. Open to adults.
• South County Toastmasters meets at 6:30 p.m. at the Sunset Hills Community Center, 3915 S. Lindbergh Blvd.

Thursday, May 8 

• 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 Weber Road Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 4444 Weber Road, is hosting “Senior Game Day” from 10 – 11 a.m. Open to adults. Registration is required. Visit slcl.org/events for more information.
• SAJE Senior Ministry is hosting “Lunch and Learn: Osteoporosis – what can I do to make my bones stronger?” at 11 a.m. at St. Thomas/Holy Spirit Lutheran Church, 3980 S. Lindbergh Blvd. The program, led by Dr. Beth Templin, will be followed by a lunch at noon. $5 is suggested for entry.