Ellisville Library to Host Lego Block Party, Tai Chi

Families of any age looking for ways to make the most of summer will find plenty of opportunities to do so next month at the in Ellisville. Check out the classes and programs offered below, and if something stands out, be sure to tell us in the comments section.

Children’s Programs:

Monday, July 2, 2:00 p.m.
Summer Movie: “Monsters, Inc.”
Running time: 92 minutes. MPAA rating: G.

Monday, July 2, 7:00 p.m.
Art @ Your Library: Contemporary Pop Singing Workshop
Join STAGES for a chance to learn vocal singing technique while singing some of today's hottest songs. This one–time workshop will provide tips on improving proper breathing, diction and projection, as well as characterization and interpretation of the lyrics for performance. We will work on songs as a group, while also giving everyone a chance to shine with solos! Ages 9–13. Registration required.

Monday, July 2 & 16, 7:00 p.m.
Project Chess
Join our prestigious chess club and enjoy an hour of critical thinking and reasoning! Ages 8 and above. Registration required.

Thursday, July 5, 2:00 p.m.
Dave Simon and the Kidzrock Band
Come to a real live rock concert. The house band from Dave Simon’s Rock School will be performing and is sure to get the crowd moving. Electric guitars, drums and vocals will bring fun songs to life as you sing and dance to tunes about the alphabet, playing at the park, dinosaurs and traffic lights. Space is limited.

Saturday, July 7 & 21, 2:00 p.m.
Tamil Classes for Children
Tamil language classes will be conducted by the Tamil School of St. Louis. Ages 4 –13.

Monday, July 9, 2:00 p.m.
Summer Movie: “Mr. Popper’s Penguins”
Running time: 94 min. MPAA rating: PG.

Tuesday, July 10, 7:00 p.m.
Midnight Munchies
Craving a spooky snack? Thankfully you don’t have to wait for the clock to strike 12 to create a ghoulish goodie. Just come to the library for some delicious fun. Ages 7–11. Registration required.

Thursday, July 12, 2:00 p.m.
Christian the Magician
Join Christian the Magician for his family–friendly magic show chock full of laughs and audience participation. One lucky kid from the audience will float in mid–air! Ages 4 and up. Space is limited.

Friday, July 13, 10:00 a.m.
Backwards Day
Wear your clothes backwards or inside out and enjoy stories and activities at this wacky story time. Ages 3–6. Registration required.

Saturday, July 14 & 21, 11:00 a.m.
Mandarin Chinese Language Classes for Children
Join us to learn Mandarin Chinese. Ages 4–12. Registration required.

Saturday, July 14 & 28, 2:30 p.m.
Kannada Language Classes for Children
Join us for Kannada Language classes. Ages 5 –12.

Monday, July 16, 2:00 p.m.
Summer Movie: “Happy Feet 2”
Running time: 105 minutes. MPAA rating: PG.

Thursday, July 19, 2:00 p.m.
Dinosaur O’Dell’s Big Dream Machine
Tall tales and interactive songs capture the attention of all the big dreamers and sleepwalkers. Join award–winning children’s songwriter and storyteller Dino O’Dell as he sings of midnight snacks, space aliens and monsters under the bed. Space is limited.

Friday, July 20, 10:00 a.m.
Rumble, Rumble! Stomp, Stomp!
Children will rumble around while enjoying dinosaur stories, doing the Dino Dance–O, and designing dazzling dinos to take home. Ages 3–6. Registration required.

Monday, July 23, 2:00 p.m.
Summer Movie: “The Smurfs”
Running time: 103 minutes. MPAA rating: G.

Tuesday, July 24, 7:00 p.m.
Glowin’ in the Dark
What’s better than arts and crafts? Arts and crafts that glow in the dark! These glowing creations are fun, day or night. Ages 7–11. Registration required.

Thursday, July 26, 2:00 p.m.
The Yo Yo Kid
Ian Cole is an internationally ranked professional yo–yo performer who amazes crowds with his mind–blowing tricks. In his show he explains the different styles of yo–yoing as well as the history of one of the world’s oldest toys. Space is limited.

Saturday, July 28, 10:00 a.m.
Summertime Fun
Join us for bubbles, stories, and crafts. Ages 2–6. Registration required.

Saturday, July 28, 2:00 p.m.
Lego Block Party
Calling all Lego fanatics. Stop by the Lego Block Party and show some of your building skills. We will provide the building materials, you bring the inspiration. Ages 6–11. Registration required.

Monday, July 30, 2:00 p.m.
Summer Movie: “Sleeping Beauty”
Running Time: 75 minutes. MPAA rating: G.

Tuesday, July 31, 7:00 p.m.
Around the Campfire
Love the idea of camping but hate the thought of fending off mosquitoes and sleeping on the ground? Join us for some of the fun of camping without all the work. We promise to have you home in time for supper. Ages 5–9. Registration required.

Story Time: Ages 2–3  
Wednesdays, 10:00 a.m.
Child must be accompanied by an adult.

Story Time: Ages 4–6
Wednesdays, 10:00 a.m.

Lap Time
Thursdays, 10:00 a.m.
Listen to stories, sing songs, and enjoy other fun activities to enhance the mental and physical development of your child.
Ages 9 months to 2 years.

Teen Programs:

Wednesday, July 11, 2:00 p.m.
Locker Craft Madness
Back to school means having a new locker to store all your stuff. Join us as we make different craft projects to jazz up that new locker. Tasty treats provided. Grades 6–12. Registration required.

Wednesday, July 18, 2:00 p.m.
Angry Birds Live
See the favorite puzzle–based video game brought to life! Join us to make your own angry birds and evil green piggies and play a live action version of the game. Grades 6–12. Registration required.

Thursday, July 26, 6:30 p.m.
Design Your Own T–shirt
Materials, t–shirts and one–on–one instruction will be provided. Grades 6–12. Registration required.

Adult Programs:

Saturday, July 7, 11:00 a.m.
Tai Chi
Join us for a comprehensive introduction to Tai Chi. Adults. Registration required

Saturday, July 7 & 21, 2:00 p.m.
Hindi Class
Join us for conversational Hindi classes. Ages 7 to adult. Registration required.

Monday, July 9 & 23, 6:30 p.m.
Yoga Basics with Diane
Join us for a comprehensive introduction to yoga basics. Please bring your mats and eat lightly before you come to class. Adults. Registration required

Monday, July 9, 7:00 p.m.
Just One More Stitch
Enjoy the company of fellow needle workers and bring any handwork you enjoy doing. Lessons given for those who want to learn to knit and crochet. All ages. Registration requested.

Tuesday, July 10, 2:00 p.m
50+: Belated Happy Birthday, America
This will be a real birthday party with all the trimmings. There will be music, games with prizes, singing and lots of ice cream. Come dressed in your red, white and blue and celebrate our country’s 236th birthday! Registration requested. Wednesday, July 11, 2:00 p.m. or 7:00 p.m.

Boone’s Bookies: Book Discussion Group
We will discuss “Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet” by Jamie Ford. It is the 1940s in Seattle. Two 12–year–olds, Chinese American Henry and Japanese American Keiko, meet and form a secret bond of friendship and love. Forty years later Henry comes upon belongings of displaced Japanese families in an old hotel and his love is revived. Refreshments served. Registration requested.

Saturday, July 14 & 21, 10:00 a.m.
Yoga & Meditation presented by the Patanjali Pyramid Spiritual Society

Practice yoga and meditation in our class. Reduce stress and restore health, harmony and peace to your life. Please bring your mats and eat lightly before coming to the class. Adults. Registration required.

Wednesday, July 18, 6:30 p.m.
Daniel Boone Presents: Stories of the Blues
Join KDHX radio personality and musician Ron Edwards for an entertaining history lesson on blues music. Ron will play his guitar and share stories and music based on his vast knowledge and unique insights of the blues.

Friday, July 20, 1:00 p.m.
Books ‘n More: A Book Discussion Club
The book of this month is “Winter's Bone” by Daniel Woodrell. Adults. Registration required.

Monday, July 23, 6:30 p.m.
College Admissions and ACT/SAT Seminar
Acclaimed college admissions coach, Dr. Sharon Alexander and nationally recognized ACT/SAT preparation expert, Bob Alexander, will provide a free seminar for parents and students in 8th through 12th grades. The seminar will cover the college admissions process and what students should do each year of high school, including an understanding of the ACT and SAT tests.

Saturday, July 28, 11:00 a.m.
Cooking Class: Korean
Join us to sample Korean cooking Adults. Registration required.

Saturday, July 28, 2:00 p.m.
Culture Quest: Hawaiian Hula–Luau Dance

Our dancer will provide a live, interactive South Seas experience through demonstrations of the Hawaiian Hula.
All ages. Registration required

Card Sharks and Games
Wednesdays 1:00 p.m.
Choose your favorite card game or board game and match up with others who enjoy playing. Get your own group together for bridge, pinochle, canasta, dominoes or mahjong and have an enjoyable afternoon. Registration requested.

ESL Classes for Adults
Thursdays, 7:00 p.m.
The Rockwood School district and St. Louis County Library present ESL Classes. Adults. Registration required.

GED Classes for Adults
Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m.
The Rockwood School District and St. Louis County Library present GED Classes. Adults. Registration required.

Editor's Note: The above information was submitted by the St. Louis County Library.