Friday, May 22

• Dive into history | As the park commemorates the 200th anniversary of Julia Dent Grant’s birth in 2026, a special exhibit about her life will be on display throughout the summer. Through Julia’s personal items, visitors will be immersed in her role as a family-oriented woman and public figure. Historian and Curator Nick Sacco will discuss the work involved in curating this exhibit at 10 a.m. at the Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site, 7400 Grant Road. He will also highlight several artifacts including the oldest known photo of Julia from the early 1850s, materials from her 1848 wedding, and a first edition copy of her Personal Memoirs. The exhibit will officially open following the program, and attendees are invited to be among the first to explore this uniquely assembled collection. The exhibit will run through Sept. 30 in the museum rotunda. The program is free but you can call 314-842-1867 ext. 230 for reservations.
• Celebrate Hawaiian culture | Celebrate Hawaiian culture with crafts, sensory play, music and dance from 10 – 11 a.m. at the Cliff Cave Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 5430 Telegraph Road. This event is for children ages 2-5.
• 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.
• Watch a movie | Enjoy a movie on the big screen and then stay for a discussion of the book, “The Hunger Games” by Suzanne Collins, that inspired it, from 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. at the Cliff Cave Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 5430 Telegraph Road. Copies of the book will be available at the service desk. This event is meant for teens and adults. The film is rated PG-13 and has a runtime of 142 minutes. The book discussion will begin at 3:30 p.m.
• Splashtacular Summer Kickoff |  Kick off summer at Whitecliff with a splash! Head to the Splashtacular Summer Kickoff to celebrate the start of the season with free pool access, a live DJ, food trucks, games and activities for all ages. The kickoff will take place from 5 – 8 p.m. at the Crestwood Aquatic Center, 9245 Whitecliff Park Lane.

Saturday, May 23

• It’s playtime | Head to the Cliff Cave Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 5430 Telegraph Road, for stories, song and other fun activities in the Cliff Cave Community Garden from 10 – 11 a.m.
• It’s playtime | The LEGO Club will meet from 10 – 11:30 a.m. at the Meramec Valley Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 1501 San Simeon Way. They’ll provide the LEGOs, you provide the creativity! This club is meant for children ages 5-11, and registration is recommended. Visit slcl.org/events for more information.
• 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.

Sunday, May 24

• 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.
• Help those in need | The River Rock Church of Lemay will host its Better Rest program for families in the Lemay community who have children in need of a bed. Volunteers are wanted. Volunteers will go to homes to meet families and measure the bedrooms to make sure the bunk beds will fit. The church also needs volunteers to go into homes, build the bunk beds and gift bedding and Bibles. Donate new twin-size bedding, pillows, sheets, comforters and blankets at River Rock Church, 1601 Telegraph Road, from 9 a.m. to noon. Call the church office at 314-968-0600 if you have questions.

Monday, May 25

• 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. Hours may be impacted by Memorial Day.

Tuesday, May 26

• Connect with others | The Take-Off Pounds Assembly meets from 9 – 10 a.m. at 824 Union Road.
• Get your workout in | 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.
• 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.
• Pratcice yoga | Practice yoga poses to relieve stress, increase strength and improve flexibility from 6 – 7 p.m. at the Cliff Cave Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 5430 Telegraph Road. Beginners are welcome. Dress comfortably and bring your own mat or towel. This event is meant for adults, and registration is required. Visit slcl.org/events for more information.
• Connect with others | GriefShare meets at 6:30 p.m. at Lutheran Church of Webster Gardens, 8749 Watson Road.
• Dive into history | Andrew Cooperman presents a talk about how and why the U.S. acquired more than just Hawaii in the Pacific Ocean including Midway, American Samoa, Guam, Wake and the Northern Mariana Islands. This event will take place from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. at the Grant’s View Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 9700 Musick Ave.

Wednesday, May 27

• 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.
• Dive into history | Reserve your place on a shuttle to the Soldiers Memorial Military Museum in Downtown St. Louis to get an outdoor guided tour highlighting its architecture and memorial elements, plus the dramatic transformation brought by the $87M bond issue of 1923. This event is for adults, and registration is required. Visit mohistory.org/soldiers-memorial-shuttle or call 314-361-9017 to reserve your ticket, which is $18 per passenger. The event is from 9:30 a.m. to noon, and the shuttle will depart from the Oak Bend Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 842 S. Holmes Ave.
• Connect with others | The Rotary Club of Crestwood and Sunset Hills meets at Sunset Hills Community Center, 3915 S. Lindbergh Blvd., at noon.
• 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 | The Kiwanis Club of South County meets from 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. at Frailey’s Southtown Grill, 4329 Butler Hill Road.
• Dive into history | Mark your calendars for the Kennedy Recreation Complex’s second history lecture on the War of 1812 happening from 1 – 2 p.m. Although most of the action during the war occurred in the eastern United States, you’ll discover how Missouri and Illinois were key to maintaining American control over the West. This is a free lecture, and no pre-registration is required. It will take place at Kennedy Recreation Complex, 6050 Wells Road.
• Get crafty | Children ages 6-11 can create fun arts and crafts from 6 – 7 p.m. at the Cliff Cave Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 5430 Telegraph Road. Registration is required. 
• Visit slcl.org/events for more information.
• Connect with others | South County Toastmasters meets at 6:30 p.m. at the Sunset Hills Community Center, 3915 S. Lindbergh Blvd. 

Thursday, May 28

• Play pickleball | 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.
• Play bingo | SAJE Senior Ministry will host bingo at 10 a.m. at Episcopal Church of the Advent, 9373 Garber Road. Play for the chance to win fun prizes.
• It’s playtime | At Preschool Explorers, children ages 3-6 can explore various concepts through hands-on activities. Preschool Explorers will take place from 10 – 11 a.m. at the Cliff Cave Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 5430 Telegraph Road. Registration is required. Visit slcl.org/events for more information.
• It’s playtime |  At Story Time, there will be stories, songs and other fun activities to help develop early literacy skills for children ages 2-5. This program will take place from 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. at the Oak Bend Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 842 S. Holmes Ave.
• Watch a movie | SAJE Senior Ministry will host a movie matinee at 1 p.m. Watch “Secretariat” about an incredible horse, an unlikely owner, a housewife and their dream. This movie screening will take place at St. Thomas/Holy Spirit Lutheran Church, 3980 S. Lindbergh Blvd. There will be light refreshments, and there is a suggested $2 donation.
• Get your groove on | The Jefferson County Swing Dance Club will host both line dancing and swing dancing lessons from 6 – 7 p.m. at the Arnold VFW, 2301 Church Road. Dancing will follow from 7 – 10 p.m. Everyone is welcome, and admission is $10. For more information, visit jcsdcswingdances.wordpress.com/.