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Monday, Jan. 3
AARP River Roads Chapter 1096 meets at 11 a.m. on the first Monday of each month at Cannoli’s Restaurant. (831-9524)
Thursday, Jan. 6
Jamestown Bluffs Library Trailblazers Adult Book Club meets at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Book: “Knit the Season” by Kate Jacobs. Registration is required. (994-3300)
North County Parent Support Group meets on Thursdays, from 6-7:30 p.m., 525 rue St. Francois, Suite 5, in Old Town Florissant. (314-830-9779)
Sunday, Jan. 9
Bingo is held every Sunday, 1-4:30 p.m., at American Legion Post 444, 17090 Old Jamestown Road (2 1/2 miles north of Jamestown Mall) Food and refreshments available. (314-741-7786)
Monday, Jan. 10
Prairie Commons Library program on downloadable eBooks and audiobooks, Monday, Jan. 10 at 7 p.m. Did you receive a new Sony eReader, Nook, or mp3 player for Christmas? Learn how to download free eBooks and audiobooks to your personal devices. Electronic resources librarian Shannon Crary will show you how to download at any time on your own computer.Registration requested. (994-3300)
The Getting Connected program will be held from 6:30–8:30 p.m. at the Alzheimer’s Association, St. Louis Chapter office, located at 9370 Olive Blvd.
Getting Connected is a free monthly opportunity for newcomers to get acquainted with the resources and services available through the Alzheimer’s Association, The program is designed for people with memory loss and those concerned about their loved one’s well-being. Registration is required Register online at www.alzstl.org or call 800-272-3900.
Tuesday, Jan. 11
Jamestown Bluffs Library, Evening Computer Club, 7 p.m. Topic: Attaching resumes. The club meets on the second Tuesday of every month. Registration is required. (314-994-3300)
Alzheimer’s Association Support Group meets on the second Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. at First Christian Church of Florissant, 2890 Patterson Rd. (Mary Swip or Claudia Martin at 314-831-3750)
Wednesday, Jan. 12
Jamestown Bluffs Library The Neighborhood Newshounds: Conversation on Current Events at 2 p.m. A lively discussion about current events and any issues that affect our daily lives. The group will be moderated by a library staff yet opinions expressed at the group are those of the participants and not the St. Louis County Library. Refreshments will be served. No registration is required. (994-3300)
Prairie Commons Library Bald Eagle Appreciation Days, Wednesday, Jan. 12 at 7 p.m., 915 Utz Ln. A live bald eagle from the World Bird Sanctuary will be on display. View the bird up close. (314-994-3300)
Thursday, Jan. 13
St. Marks Fashions for Food clothing sale, 315 Graham Road, 8:30-11:00 a.m. All proceeds go to local food pantries. Sale is held on the second Thursday of each month. (837-9404)
Saturday, Jan. 15
Bishop John Wurm Assembly #2012 Knights of Columbux will hold a mouse races and dance on Jan. 15 at Fatima Council, 1216 Teson Rd. Advance tickets are $15, at the door $20. Call Bob Thalhammer, 921-4453 or Jim Green, 636-278-0341 for tickets.
Ice Cream Social starts at 12 p.m .at
St. Catherine Retirement Community, 3350 St. Catherine St. R.S.V.P by calling 314-838-3877
Monday, Jan. 18
Prairie Commons Library Adult Book Club will meet on Monday, Jan. 18 at 7 p.m. January’s selection is “Animal, Vegetable, Miracle” by Barbara Kingsolver. Stop by the circulation desk to pick up your copy. Visitors and prospective members welcome. (314-994-3300)
Thursday, Jan. 27
Altogether Gift at Pallottine Renewal Center, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Have you begun to wonder about the mystery of life? Do you want to discover the fullness of life Jesus proclaimed?. Sessions continue in Jan., Feb., and March. Presented by Sr. Agnes Chawadi, SAC. Suggested donation $10. (314-837-7100)
