Saturday Morning Science

Saturday Morning Science is back at Ragtag Cinema. Join Dr. Linda Godwin, retired NASA astronaut, scientist, and professor emeritus of astronomy at Mizzou, as she present “Exploring Space: Where Would We Be Without the Moon?” All ages are welcome, no science background needed. Come and learn more about the vast beauty of our universe. For more information check out the link.

Scrapbook Workshop

Hey, did you know May 6th was National Scrapbook Day? I sure didn’t. Well the Daniel Boone Public Library has you covered. They are putting on a Scrapbook Workshop for all who are interested. Sally Nusbaum will be showing you how to make mini scrapbooks. They can be used for photos, journaling, or any other way you like to store your precious memories. Be sure to register and for more information check out the link.

Bullet Journaling at DBRL

Life is tough at times. It can be overwhelming, stressful, and chaotic. It can be hard to keep track of everything and things can start to be missed. Well, the Daniel Boone Regional Library is here to help. On March 23rd, they are holding a Bullet journaling event from 6:30pm-8pm. They will discuss the process of bullet journaling and give you tips on how to get started. They will also supply you with a notebook and a few supplies to get start. If you are interested, just out the link for more details.

St. Louis Museum Garage Sale

What’s the best part about going to museum? Learning about the past? Maybe seeing artifacts from bygone eras? Both wrong. The best part is getting little souvenirs from the gift shop. And does the St. Louis Museum have the event for you. Going on March 18th from 9am to 3pm, the St. Louis Museum is having garage sale for all their close-out and clearance items. But it won’t just be their merchandise there, they have partnered with the St. Louis Zoo, Missouri History Museum, Endangered Wolf Center, Campbell House Museum, Cahokia Mounds, Eugene Field House Museum, and the St. Louis Opera Theater to bring you all their souvenirs. There will be clothing, artwork, books, toys, and more. The event is free to attend and for more information check out this link.

St. Louis Museum: Women’s History Celebration

It’s Women’s History Month and the St. Louis Museum is putting on a celebration. On March 18th and 19th, the Museum is putting on events dedicated to women in the arts. They will start of with their yearly panel celebrating woman of color in the arts with the theme of landscapes. The panel will feature artists Allison L. Norfleet Bruenger, Sarah Sense, and Tiff J. Sutton, who will discuss their relationship with the environment and how it informs their practices. The event will be available in person but also will be livestreamed. For information and to register, check out this link.

They also have an event for the whole  family on March 19th. They will have hands-on art activities and special interactive components for kids within the galleries all focused on women artist. Come by and create a colorful portrait of a woman you admire in this week’s hands-on art activity. The event is free and for more information check out this link.

New Cast Gallery Location

Our beautiful cast gallery has finally found a new home here at Ellis library. They are now on display in Room 202. Plaster casts have always been an important part of preserving and studying sculptures from antiquity. However, throughout the years, many such collections have been disposed of or stored away. Mizzou is one of those lucky few that still has their collection on display. So, take the time and visit this wonderful piece of history. For more information on our cast gallery check out the link here.

The Hydes of March

Detect Nerds are putting on a table top RPG at Cafe Berlin, March 18th. Come watch the crew as they go on a fun filled adventure. It is free to attend but tips are welcome and will help change the outcome of the story. So, if you are into role-playing games or just want something to do, come on down and enjoy a night out. For more information, check out their website.

Show-Me-Opera: A Midsummer Night’s Dream

Come join Show-Me-Opera for their production of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.” As one of Shakespeare’s most famous comedies , the play will delight the audience as the king of the fairies decides to take interest in the love lives of a few mortals that have taken refuge in his forest. The play has two showings: one on Saturday, March 18th and Sunday, March 19th. There will be a different cast for each performance but each will be equally amazing, so it won’t matter which night you decide to go. For more information click here.

Family Sunday at the St Louis Museum

The Saint Louis Art Museum holds a Family Sunday event every Sunday for families to come and have a hands-on, interactive art experience. Each month has a different theme and this month is “Birds of a Feather Flock Together.” These activities will focus on learning about the animals that are found in works of art and on January 22nd, you will be able to create a bird mosaic. For more information, check out their website.