The St. Louis Public Library provides learning resources and information services that support and improve individual, family ... and community life. Visit slpl.org for more information on our offerings. To support this mission, the Library organizes and prudently manages its resources to: Ensure that the Library's resources are available to all Promote use of the Library Assist children and adults with life-long learning Promote literacy for all ages Assist individuals in finding jobs and educational opportunities Assist businesses with their development and growth Provide current information Provide recreational reading resources, media materials, and programs Promote public use of modern information technology read more