Illinois Metro East
Blackberry Jam Festival
It's blackberry season and this family festival includes blackberry treats of all kinds and plenty of fun kids activities.
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Eckerts in Belleville.
More information: eckerts.com
Healthy Kids Day at your local Family YMCA
Get kids moving and learning and find out about ways your whole family can have fun and be healthier at this free family event at your local branch of the Gateway Region YMCA.
At Healthy Kids Day, happening at YMCA branches across the St. Louis metro area, you can learn about the Y's programs for kids and adults, find out about summer camp opportunities, take part in games like kickball, take sampler classes, arts and crafts, kid-friendly yoga, free health screenings and lots more. Activities vary depending on the branch. Activities are free and open to the public.
Storytelling at Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site
Take your kids to hear storytelling at the Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site. Sponsored by the University of Missouri-St. Louis and the 35th Annual St. Louis Storytelling Festival.
2 p.m. Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site in Collinsville.
More information: cahokiamounds.org
There is no admission fee, but a donation is suggested.
Masters of the Sky
Learn about the majestic wonders of the sky - eagles, owls, falcons, vultures and hawks, at the Masters of the Sky show taking place at the National Great Rivers Museum.
Dine with Anna and Elsa
Your little ones are invited to attend a festive dining event with Frozen's Anna and Elsa. Join in the merriment with lunch, singing, dancing and a keepsake photo with the queen and princess!
This event takes place at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Jan. 23, 24, 30 and 31, and on Feb. 6, 7, 13 and 14.
Cost is $22.50 per person. At Eckert Farms in Belleville.
Learn more and register at eckerts.com
Dine with Anna and Elsa, Meet Olaf and Sven
Bring your best wintery cheer to this festive dining experience with Anna and Elsa from Frozen! You'll have lunch, enjoy singing and dancing and get to take a keepsake photo with the Anna and Elsa. Then meet and take photos with Olaf and Sven.
Gingerbread House Workshop
For those who have always longed to build a gingerbread house but were 
intimidated by the thought, here is your chance to create a beautiful display for the holidays.
Supplies and guidance will be provided. You provide the creativity! For all ages. Cost is $14 per gingerbread house.
Workshops are held between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. in the Country Store at Eckert's in Bellville.
