_{Be sure to check out our Resources page on the site!
We’re adding to it all the time as we find fun and useful options.}

WAYLANDE GREGORY: A GENIUS IN OUR TOWN
_{Mon, Jul 27 · 6:00–7:30 PM · The Theater at East Hills Library, St. Joseph · FREE
Local historian Lori McAlister traces the remarkable rise of Waylande Gregory, a 21-year-old art prodigy whose 1920s work still graces City Hall and the Missouri Theater. A genuinely rich slice of St. Joe history — great for curious teens and the adults who learn alongside them. No registration required.}

END OF SUMMER READING FOAM PARTY
_{Mon, Jul 27 · 5:30–6:15 PM · Rolling Hills Library, Savannah Branch, Savannah
FREE - Celebrate the close of summer reading with a messy, cool foam party on a summer evening. No registration required.}

PETTING ZOO WITH ORRICK ACRES
_{Mon, July 27 · 11:00–11:45 AM · Rolling Hills Library, Riverside Branch, St. Joseph
FREE - Orrick Acres brings live animals to the Riverside Branch for a hands-on morning. Always a hit with the younger crowd. No registration required.}

TRICKY TUESDAY — MOVIE
_{Tue, Jul 28 · 4:00–5:00 PM · Washington Park Library, St. Joseph
FREE - This week's Tricky Tuesday is a movie afternoon — The Good Dinosaur (PG, 100 min) with popcorn. Best for kids 6–12.}

SUMMER READING: MUSEUM DINO DIG
_{Tue, Jul 28 & Wed, Jul 29 · SEE LOCATION DETAILS BELOW
FREE - Dr. Zieger and Ms. Wilson from the St. Joseph Museums lead a hands-on dig into Missouri's dinosaur, the Hypsibema, with real specimens to touch and a look at the difference between geology, archaeology, and paleontology. Offered four times across two days: Tue Jul 28 at 10:00 AM (Downtown, Owen Meeting Room) and 3:00 PM (Carnegie); Wed Jul 29 at 10:00 AM (East Hills) and 3:00 PM (Washington Park). No registration required.}

CULINARY CONNECTIONS: CAKE IN A MUG
_{Wed, Jul 29 · 2:00–3:00 PM · Rolling Hills Library, Riverside Branch, St. Joseph
FREE - A fun, hands-on intro to baking concepts for kids ages 6–11 — yes, cake, in a mug. Registration is required and opens two weeks before the event; sign up HERE with your library card and PIN, or call 816-232-5479. *Possible Waitlist if event is already full.}

END OF SUMMER READING SCAVENGER HUNT
_{Thu, Jul 30 & Fri, Jul 31 · all day during branch hours · Rolling Hills Library, Riverside Branch, FREE - Explore the new Riverside Branch, complete a scavenger hunt, wrap up your Summer Reading challenge, and win a prize. Drop in any time — no set schedule.}

GAME NIGHT AT THE LIBRARY
_{Thu, Jul 30 · 6:00–7:00 PM · Rolling Hills Library, Riverside Branch, St. Joseph
FREE - Bring the family to learn a new game or play an old favorite at the Riverside Branch. An easy, low-key weeknight outing.}

DINO TRADING CARD SWAP
_{Fri, Jul 31 · 2:00–2:30 PM · Conference Room, East Hills Library, St. Joseph
FREE - If your kids made a dinosaur trading card this summer, this is the place to bring it — swap cards and grow your collection with other young collectors. No registration required.}

FRIDAY FREE PLAY
_{Fri, Jul 31 · during branch hours · Rolling Hills Library, Riverside Branch, St. Joseph
FREE - Open play in the Story House with the branch's toy collection, with a STEAM twist built right in — science, tech, engineering, art, and math woven through imaginative play. Good for kids up to age 11.}

FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY — VOGEL'S
_{Fri, Jul 31 · 11:00 AM–5:00 PM · Rolling Hills Library, Riverside Branch, St. Joseph
Vogel's food truck parks at the Riverside Branch for lunch and into the afternoon. A convenient bite before or after any of the day's library events.}

Room Refresh Series
_{MONDAY, JULY 27, 2026 - FRIDAY, JULY 31, 2026 · 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
AR Workshop, 3855 FREDERICK AVE, ST. JOSEPH, MO 64506 PHONE: (816) 282-0266
Designed for ages 7+, this design-focused camp lets kids reimagine their rooms with personalized projects and stylish handmade decor.}

HOMESCHOOL 2027 GRADS
_{Tentative Planning Meeting - Friday, August 7 · 2:00 PM · Kingdom Coffee
You can join the Facebook group, Homeschool Graduation Class of 2027, as well.}

BEEKEEPING 101
_{Tuesday, August 11 · 6:00 PM · Remington Nature Center, 1502 McArthur Dr, St. Joseph $3/person: Beekeeper William Kutosky walks through bee biology, hive inspection, and honey harvesting. A solid intro, whether you're curious or seriously considering a hive.}

ST. JOSEPH YOUTH CHORALE AUDITIONS
_{Tuesday, August 11 · 5:00–7:00 PM · St. Joseph
The premier St. Joseph Youth Chorale is holding auditions for its performance choir. Email to schedule your child's audition slot. [email protected]}

GETOUT SUMMER SALE IS LIVE (ending soon!)
_{What is the GetOut Membership?
GetOut is an annual membership that gives you access to venues across Kansas City. Passes are good for 365 days, use them as fast or as slow as you want.}

_{Instead of paying full price at each venue, members get access to select events, activities, and attractions, all included in the membership, with an easy-to-use app that allows you to get access to our partnered venues.}

_{Think of it as your all-in-one pass to explore more of Kansas City without the hassle of planning or overthinking.}

BACK-TO-SCHOOL TAX EXEMPTION DATES
_{The dates for Missouri’s Back-to-School tax exemption holiday have been announced. Starting at 12:01 a.m. on Friday, August 7, and running until August 9, certain purchases, such as school supplies, computers and clothing, will be exempt from all state and local sales tax.}

CANNED FILM FESTIVAL
_{July 27 - 30TH · Mon–Thu · 11:00 AM · Regal Hollywood 10, St. Joseph, MO
PADDINGTON IN PERU or DOG MAN $1 or one non-perishable food donation per entry gets you into a summer movie on the big screen. Summer Movie Express}

Homeschool Portraits with Bountiful Eye Photography
_{Sun, Aug 9 · 5:00 PM (30-min time slots)
LOCATION: Mark Youngdahl (near the parking lot off 32nd St.), 213 S 32nd St, St. Joseph
PRICE: $20/child for two edited portraits (download); cash due at session
Homeschool families miss out on the yearly school photo — so here's the fix.
Bountiful Eye Photography is offering homeschool portraits at $20 per child for two edited images delivered by download. Sessions run in 30-minute slots with up to five families per slot, so you're in and out without the crowd. Sign up for a time slot through the event's Facebook page or Email Alysa; cash payment due at the session. *She may have another session in September!}

Chiefs’ Training Camp

ST. JOSEPH DEFENDERS — FALL EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT
_{St. Joseph, MO · Early Bird saves $50 Fall sports registration is open for grades 7–12 — basketball, girls volleyball, and boys soccer. EMAIL (816) 813-8739}

VOLUNTEER FOOD DRIVE @ CANNED FILM FESTIVAL
_{June 1 – August 13 · Mon–Thu · 10:00–11:00 AM · Regal Hollywood 10, St. Joseph, MO
Your kids can help collect food donations for Second Harvest Community Food Bank right before the movie — two volunteer slots per day (adult supervision required)
Contact: Jonna Gallegos ·[email protected]  · 816-273-6572}

ENRICHMENT CLASSES: Teaching applications are OPEN
_{This year, our location is the Buchanan County Fairgrounds} (301 N County Park Rd, Easton, MO)_{.
At this location we are equipped with three classrooms, a gymnasium, a stage, and a kitchen! Contact the Class Committee with any questions. Teaching Applications CLOSE on August 4th.}

CHRISTIAN HOMESCHOOL CHOIR (NORTHLAND) Kansas City, MO (~50 mi)
_{Weekly Tuesdays, 1:00–2:00 PM · Fall semester August 11–December 15
Mission View Baptist Church, Kansas City
$72/first child, $54/second, $36/third, $18/fourth, fifth child free (per semester)
A new Northland choir led by veteran music teacher and homeschool mom Carolyn Durso, weaving godly character and Bible-based music together.
Text Carolyn @ (231) 301-2616 to register.}

KIDS BOWL FREE Kansas City, MO (~55 mi)
_{Mon–Fri · Open–5:00 PM · Through October · Main Event KC North, 8081 Roanridge Road, Kansas City, MO 64151 · Register to claim two free games per day for kids 15 and under (standard shoe rental rates apply). A Family Pass unlocks adult games for $5, and members can grab a $10 arcade card for $5. Call (816) 281-2020 with questions.}

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