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Book Lovers Newsletter
 
Hello Book Lovers,
 
This month is Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month, and we're hosting many great programs! See the News section below for more information. We also want to let you know about two programs, one virtual and one in-person, where you can meet other readers and share titles. See the Upcoming Programs section below for more details.
 
Let me know if you have any questions. We look forward to sharing our love of books with you!
 
Happy Reading,
Sarah

Upcoming Programs
 
Virtual Program: Mock Tales Book Discussion
 
Monday, May 11, 7:00 p.m.
Virtual Program: Mock Tales Book Discussion
Learn how to make delicious mocktails while discovering new titles related to a monthly theme. Bring your reading recommendations to share and receive a signature mocktail recipe. This month's theme: Graphic Novels and Comics. Adults. Registration required. Participants will receive zoom information via email immediately after registering. This program is not being recorded.
View details.

Friends Reading Books Against Purple Wall
Tuesday, June 2, 6:00 p.m. | Weber Road Branch
Speed Dating Book Share
Come ready to gush about your favorite book or author in a speed date style event. Make bookish friends, discover your next great read, and dig into ways to grow your TBR list with the perfect picks.
Adults. View details.

News
 
Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month, May 2026.
AAPI Heritage Month
St. Louis Count Library will celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month in May. We have programs scheduled for all ages including scavenger hunts, book and film discussions, cooking demonstrations, art programs, and more! View details.


Library Elf Service Ending
Library Elf Service
Library Elf service ended on April 26, 2026. To ensure you're receiving notifications about your library items, check your notification preferences by logging into your library account where you can view and edit your profile.

Watch it on YouTube
 
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Check out our Staff Book Picks playlist on the library's YouTube Channel. You'll find a selection of some of our past book talk virtual programs that you may have missed. Watch it here! Be sure to subscribe to our channel so you don't miss other great library programs.
 

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Join a Book Discussion Group
Meet other readers and talk about great books! Please visit the events calendar to find a group that matches your schedule and interests.
 

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Personalized Reading List
Let us help you find your next book! Tell us about your reading preferences using this form. We’ll suggest similar books that we think you may like based on what you say you’re in the mood to read and what you’ve liked in the past.
 

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Author Events
Did you know we have the biggest, number one author event series in the country? Each month the St. Louis County Library Foundation brings bestselling and award-winning authors from a variety of genres to the library, offering readers exclusive opportunities to meet and engage with their favorite writers. View upcoming events.

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