Elementary Age

The Junior League of St. Louis presents Peter Rabbit Tales live on stage as part of the St. Louis Family Theater Series.

Enchantment Theatre Company's production of Peter Rabbit Tales is based on the original Peter Rabbit books by Beatrix Potter, which have enchanged young audiences for more than 100 years. See the charming story live on stage as Flopsy, Mopsy, Cotton-tail and their hero Peter enjoy their misadventures in Mr. McGregor's garden.

Tickets are $7 per person.

Explore the new Fisher Price Toy Box Indoor Play Area at South County Center during this free grand opening event. 

Kids can enjoy the new play area and have a meet-and-greet with Fisher Price Little People Eddie and Sophie! There will also be crafts, lunch specials and more. Free. 

10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Friday, April 8 and 9. 

More information: shopsouthcountycenter.com

Kids will learn how to use natural ingredients to dye Easter eggs at this workshop.

Kids can come in between 10 a.m. and noon and use natural egg dying kits to dye their own eggs, and while the dye is settling, they'll decorate some eggs that have already been dyed and share a tasty snack. Each child will learn with four colored eggs. 

Registration is recommended because there is a limit of 25 kids for this workshop. At Whole Foods Market Town and Country. To register call 636-527-1160.

Powder Valley is a wonderful place to watch the deer, squirrels and birds. But what about the creatures that live underground?

This nature program, for ages 6-10, begins in the classroom with instruction and observations. Then, the group will go out to the forest to "dig in" and see what they can find. 

10 a.m. to noon at Powder Valley Conservation Nature Center. Free. 

More information and reservations: mdc.mo.gov

In this outdoor archery workshop, kids and teens will learn why archery teaches discipline, concentration and resilience and take part in an archery skills challenge in Forest Park.

The cold winds of winter have almost blown over, but how do we know when Spring has arrived? Kids ages 3-7 can learn about the signs of spring in song, art and stories. 

After learning the signs, they'll take a short hike to see if they can spot them. 

10 a.m. to 11 a.m. At Columbia Botton Conservation Area. Free.

More information and reservations: mdc.mo.gov

Birds are starting to make their way back from their winter homes, so it's time to celebrate birds by learning about their special traits. Kids can learn what makes a bird a bird, make some binoculars and go outside to spot birds in the wild.

For ages 3 to 6.

10 to 11 a.m. at Rockwoods Reservation in Wildwood. More information: mdc.mo.gov