Friday, Oct. 17

• Get moving | Toddler Time Yoga is a community movement and mindfulness class designed for children ages 2-6 years old, accompanied by a trusted adult. The class blends physical activity, mindfulness practices and social-emotional learning in a supportive, community environment. Activities include exploring yoga shapes, singing, reading and engaging in play that develops both fine and gross motor skills, balance, breathing and social skills. This event, taught by Grace Eberle, will be located at the Sunset Hills Community Center, 3915 S. Lindbergh Blvd., from 9:30 – 10 a.m. Pre-registration is required by clicking here. The program costs $60 for the full six weeks or $15 for a single class.
• 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 $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.
• Explore artistic creations | The Annual Midwest Metalsmiths Art Show returns this fall, celebrating 30 years as the Midwest’s leading metalsmithing organization. This milestone year brings together the region’s most talented metalsmiths and jewelry artists for a weekend of creativity, craftsmanship and community. As the largest gathering of metalsmith artists in the St. Louis area, this juried show will feature more than 20 artists showcasing their original, handmade creations. It will take place at the First Congregational Church of Webster Groves, 10 W. Lockwood Ave., from noon – 7 p.m.
• It’s party time | Wear your favorite costume for an afternoon of spooky treats, games and crafts at the Boo Bash, which will take place from 2 – 3 p.m. at the Grant’s View Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 9700 Musick Road. Open to children and families.
• Play a game | Discover a new game or enjoy your favorite with others. Various card and board games will be available at the Weber Road Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 4444 Weber Road, from 2 – 3:30 p.m.
• See a show | Ghost Kitchen will cover the Grateful Dead, the Allman Brothers, Tom Petty and more deceased rockers’ greatest hits at an outdoor fundraising concert held from 6 – 9 p.m. at Historic Sappington Park, 1015 S. Sappington Road. Funds raised will go toward maintaining the brick Thomas Sappington House and rebuilding the Joseph Sappington Log House. Bring lawn chairs, food and drinks. Gates open at 5 p.m., and the concert begins at 6 p.m. Tickets — $20 for adults and free for children under 12 years old —will be sold at the gate.
• Learn about light and night | “Star light, star bright” is a family program with a touch of whimsy, focused on reducing light pollution at your home, taking place at the Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site, 7400 Grant Road, from 7-8 p.m. Guests will discover the easiest way to identify the brightest objects in the night sky from their own backyard. The program will begin in the theater. Afterward, guests will use the telescope for stargazing, weather permitting. The program is free. Call 314-842-1867 ext. 230 for reservations.

Saturday, Oct. 18

• Make a difference | Help clean up the River Des Peres Watershed from 8:45 – 11 a.m. at Whitecliff Park, 9245 Whitecliff Park Lane. This is a land-based cleanup. Volunteers will receive a free T-shirt. This event is rain or shine. In case of severe weather, updates will be posted on the Open Space STL Facebook page and sent via email. Volunteers should meet at the lower lot at Whitecliff Park. After signing in (and enjoying donuts and juice provided by Schnucks), volunteers will spend a couple of hours cleaning up the creek banks. All volunteers must have a signed/approved OS-STL liability waiver before registering. Volunteers under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. After the cleanup, join us at Deer Creek Park for a celebratory picnic with food, drinks, camaraderie and the youth event Passport to Clean Water.
• Get crafty | Family Craft Hour will take place at the Cliff Cave Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 5430 Telegraph Road, from 10 – 11 a.m. This month’s focus is silly monster art. This program is for children and families; registration is required. Visit slcl.org/events for more information.
• Explore artistic creations | The Annual Midwest Metalsmiths Art Show returns this fall, celebrating 30 years as the Midwest’s leading metalsmithing organization. This milestone year brings together the region’s most talented metalsmiths and jewelry artists for a weekend of creativity, craftsmanship and community. As the largest gathering of metalsmith artists in the St. Louis area, this juried show will feature more than 20 artists showcasing their original, handmade creations. It will take place at the First Congregational Church of Webster Groves, 10 W Lockwood Ave., from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
• Explore artistic creations | Sunset Hills’ annual Makers Market returns for its sixth year to Watson Trail Park, 12450 W. Watson Road, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. This juried outdoor art market showcases a diverse and talented mix of artists working in mediums like clay, glass, wood, fiber, metal, paper, photography, music, and more. With over 100 booths expected, the Makers Market brings together both seasoned and emerging artists from across the region for a full day of creativity, community, and discovery. Editor’s Note: this event has been canceled due to the possibility of inclement weather. Makers Market has  been rescheduled for May 2, 2026.
• 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.
• Connect with others | Green Park Lutheran School will hold its annual Viking Fest from 3:30 – 6:30 p.m. at the school, which is located at 4248 Green Park Road. Step into the fall festival, where Vikings, families and friends come together to fill the field with laughter, seasonal activities and fun. There will be inflatables, barbecue, face painting, crafts and hayrides. Wind down the evening with a cozy, fall-inspired movie.
• Watch a movie | Movie Night at the Crestwood Fire House is back. Join others for a fun, family-friendly evening featuring Disney’s “Coco” from 6 – 8 p.m. at the Crestwood Government Center, 1 Detjen Drive. Snacks and drinks will be provided. Space is limited, and preregistration is required by clicking here.

Sunday, Oct. 19

• 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.

Monday, Oct. 20

• Connect with others | The Music & Movement program will take place from 10 – 11 a.m. at the Oak Bend Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 842 S. Holmes Avenue. Explore songs, finger plays, music and more! This event is for children ages 1-6.
• 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 ImpactLife and help patients in need by donating blood. The drive will take place from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. at the Grant’s View Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 9700 Musick Road. Donors may be 16 years old with parental consent or 17 years old and up. All donors must present a photo ID. To make an appointment, please call 1-800-747-5401 or click here.

Tuesday, Oct. 21

• 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.
• Play pinochle | A small, local group of pinochle players meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. at Village at McKensie Place (EverTrue), 8520 McKensie Road. Anyone who knows how to play is welcome to join this group of “great people playing for fun.”
• Connect with others | The Ladies of Oakland will meet at 1 p.m. at the Oakland House, 7801 Genesta Street.
• Learn about animals | Animal Tales presents the program Creepy Critters, where all ages can get close-up with live arachnids, insects and reptiles and learn about these creatures. This event will take place from 6 – 7 p.m. at the Meramec Valley Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 1501 San Simeon Way.
• Get crafty | Make your own haunted gingerbread house out of candies, cookies and other sweets while watching “Halloweentown.” The film is rated G and has a runtime of 90 minutes. This Halloween-themed event will take place at the Oak Bend Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 842 S. Holmes Avenue, from 6 – 7:45 p.m.
• Connect with others | The Mehlville Oakville Alumni Association will meet at 6:30 p.m. at 2625 Telegraph Road.
• Connect with others | GriefShare meets at 6:30 p.m. at Lutheran Church of Webster Gardens, 8749 Watson Road.
• Connect with others | The International Plastic Modelers’ Society meets at 7 p.m. at the Affton Elks Lodge, 6330 Heege Road.

Wednesday, Oct. 22

• 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.
• Get crafty | Make your own crochet FrankenPlushie in honor of Teentober at the Cliff Cave Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 5430 Telegraph Road, from 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. This event is for ages 13-17, and 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, Oct. 23

• 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 pinochle | A small, local group of pinochle players meet every Tuesday and Thursday from 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. at Village at McKensie Place (EverTrue), 8520 McKensie Road. Anyone who knows how to play is welcome to join this group of “great people playing for fun.”
• Make a difference | Support the Red Cross and help patients in need by donating blood. The drive will take place at the Cliff Cave Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 5430 Telegraph Road, 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 to make an appointment.
• Get crafty | Decorate a creepy cupcake and vote on your favorites before devouring your own at the Weber Road Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 4444 Weber Road, from 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. This event is for those ages 12-17, and registration is required. Visit slcl.org/events for more information.
• Connect with others | 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.
• Connect with others | Jeffco Swing Dance Club meets 7 – 10 p.m. at the Arnold VFW, 2301 Church Road.