All Library branches will be closed and the Mobile Library will not make its scheduled stops on Monday, Jan. 20, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
MOBIUS Information
The Schweitzer Brentwood Branch remains closed due to a maintenance issue. During this period, the drive-through will remain open, offering service from 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
OH, The Horror!
 |  | Sponsored by the Friends of the Library |
This year’s Oh, The Horror! Events Continue in November and
December.
Oh, how we love to frighten ourselves with tales of holiday horrors! Embrace the eerie
atmosphere and join us as we unveil chilling tales of Halloween haunting and sinister
Yuletide spirits. Sponsored by Friends of the Library.
EVENTS
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library
"The Fright Before Christmas" with Jeff Belanger
Thursday, November 21, 7 p.m.
Library Center auditorium
For adults
Remember the famous Christmas song, "There'll be scary ghost stories and tales of the glories of Christmases long, long ago…"? Emmy-nominated host, writer and producer Jeff Belanger brings spooky back to the yuletide time of year with this eerie holiday show. From its origins to the ghosts that lurk in its shadows, experience a multi-media journey of this haunting holiday! Based on his PBS Special, "Creepy Christmas," and best-selling book, "The Fright Before Christmas," this night may save the holidays from ruin! This program is NOT for young children. Books will be available for purchase and signing.
Escape Room: Yule Ghoul Lodge
Saturday, November 23, 12:30-6 p.m. and Sunday, November 24, 10 a.m.-6 p.m
Library Station’s Frisco and Santa Fe rooms
For adults
After starting a job as an off-season lodge caretaker, you realize the holiday season won't be as lonely as you thought. Can you escape before the horrors find you? Call to register a group of 2-6 for a time slot. Registration starts November 12; call 417-616-0683.
Oh, the Horror! Presents: Ghost Stories for Christmas with Matt Godfrey
Tuesday, December 17, 7 p.m. for ages 18 and older in the Library Center auditorium. Join award-winning voice actor and audiobook narrator Matt Godfrey around the glow of the proverbial fireplace and take part in the Victorian tradition of sharing ghost stories at Christmastime, when some believed the veil between the living and spirit world was thinnest. Settle in with tea, cocoa and treats from Tea Bar & Bites as Godfrey performs two chilling modern ghost stories to keep this tradition alive. Registration starts December 3; visit thelibrary.org/programs or call 417-883-5341.