Friday, Oct. 4
- 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 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.
- Park Ranger and nature photographer Marty Koch will present a tour of Glacier National Park’s attractions and its wildlife, along with tips for travelers regarding hiking, camping, when to visit and more at the Grant’s View Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 9700 Musick Road, from 2 – 3 p.m. Open to ages 10 and up.
- There will be a Holy Hour for priestly and religious vocations at the Monastery of St. Clare, 200 Marycrest Drive, from 7 – 8 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 5
- Volunteers are needed to help Great Rivers Greenway staff and the Missouri Botanical Garden’s Outdoor Leadership Corps remove invasive bush honeysuckle at Cliff Cave County Park, 806 Cliff Cave Road, from 9 – 11 a.m. The event is limited to ages 13 and older. No experience is necessary, though it does involve physical labor and walking in the woods over varying terrains. Long pants and closed toed shoes are required. Eye protection, gloves and tools will be provided. Light snacks and water will be provided, though bringing a water bottle is recommended to reduce plastic waste.
- The St. Louis County Library is hosting “Bike the Branches” from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Ride your bike between the Oak Bend Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 842 S. Holmes Ave., and the Grant’s View Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 9700 Musick Road, for prizes, kid’s programming, wellness activities and more. Grab a passport map to collect stamps and earn prizes at stops along the way. The event will begin with donuts and close with Gus’ pretzels! In partnership with Trailnet, Great Rivers Greenway, The Sappington House and Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site. Open to all ages.
- 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.
- 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 2 – 3 p.m. Open to ages 13 – 17. Registration is required. Visit slcl.org/events for more information.
- The Meramec Valley Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 1501 San Simeon Way, is hosting “Psychedelic Pumpkin Art” from 2 – 3:30 p.m. Use neon cardstock and permanent markers to create whimsical polka-dot pumpkins in the style of modern artist Yayoi Kusama. Open to ages 12-17. Registration is required. Visit slcl.org/events for more information.
- St. Lucas United Church of Christ, 11735 Denny Road, is hosting a special Polka Worship at 5 p.m. The worship service will take place in the Social Hall with a polka band, followed by an Oktoberfest Party with brats, hotdogs and sauerkraut. Attendees are welcome to bring their own cooler of drinks.
Sunday, Oct. 6
- Gethsemane Lutheran Church, 3600 Hampton Ave., has worship recorded and streamed every Sunday at 8:30 to 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, Oct. 7
- 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 Weber Road Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 4444 Weber Road, is hosting “Reptiles and Amphibians of Missouri” from 6 – 7 p.m. Presented by Steve and Debbie Teson, meet and learn about animals that can be found in Missouri wetlands, creeks and backyards. Open to children and families.
- Create a jack-o’-lantern using terracotta air dry clay at “Clay Play: Jack-o’-lantern,” a drop-in event hosted by the Grant’s View Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 9700 Musick Road, from 6 – 7:30 p.m. (or until supplies last). Open to teens and adults.
Tuesday, Oct. 8
- 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 $3 per person or free for Renew Active and SilverSneakers members. Reservations start Monday at 8 a.m. by calling 314-615-8822.
- Enjoy a showing of “Jason and the Argonauts” – one of the films that influences “Star Wars” – at the Cliff Cave Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 5430 Telegraph Road, from 2 – 4 p.m. The film has an MPAA rating of G and a runtime of 104 minutes. Open to teens and adults.
- GriefShare meets at 6:30 p.m. at Lutheran Church of Webster Gardens, 8749 Watson Road.
Wednesday, Oct. 9
- 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 line dancing from 2 – 3 p.m. No dance experience is necessary. Open to adults.
- South County Toastmasters meets at 6:30 p.m. at the Sunset Hills Community Center, 3915 S. Lindbergh Blvd.
Thursday, Oct. 10
- 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 $3 per person or free for Renew Active and SilverSneakers members. Reservations start Monday at 8 a.m. by calling 314-615-8822.
- Listen to a new book and create a cross stitch based on the cover at “LITStitch” hosted by the Weber Road Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 4444 Weber Road, from 1 – 2 p.m. Supplies will be provided. All skill levels are welcome. Open to adults. Registration is required. Visit slcl.org/events for more information.
- SAJE Senior Ministry is hosting a Swing and Line Dancing exhibition with an opportunity to participate at St. Thomas/Holy Spirit Lutheran Church, 3980 S Lindbergh Blvd, at 11 a.m. Lunch will be at noon.