Thinking about enrolling your child in swim camp this year? Ackermann's Swim Program is hosting an Open House for new and prospective campers and parents to see their facility and learn more about their program.
The St. Loius Food Truck Association and the City of Crestwood present Food Trucks at the Plaza on April 16. There will be live music, many of your favorite food trucks and lots of fun!
Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs. 11 to dark at Crestwood Plaza. More information can be found here.
Green with Indie is St. Louis' largest arts and crafts show that features the best in regional crafts with an eco-friendly focus.
Organized by the St. Louis Craft Mafia, Green with Indie is a one-day, family-friendly event showcasing more than 70 handmade artists and vintage sellers. All wares are earth-friendly, salvaged, upcycled, recycled, homegrown, homemade, revamped or refurbished.
Preschoolers, age 3-5 are invited to Fairytale Friday to celebrate their love of fairytales. Kids are welcome to come dressed in their favorite fairytale costumes too!
At Fairytale Friday, little ones will enjoy a craft, story time, a snack and more. At Riverchase in Fenton.
5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Cost is $10 per child. To register, call Riverchase at 636-343-0067.
More information: fentonmo.org/parks
Enjoy the rhythms and stories of Africa with storyteller and performer Kenya Ajanaku at this exciting, free program for all ages. Part of the Black History Month celebration at the St. Louis County Library.
Feb. 13 at 2 p.m. at the Florissant Valley Branch
Feb. 18 at 7 p.m. at the Lewis & Clark Branch
Feb. 19 at 2 p.m. at the Bridgeton Trails Branch
Feb. 20 at 1 p.m. at the Indian Trails Branch
Feb. 27 at 2 p.m. at the Weber Road Branch
More information: slcl.org
At this free workshop, kids can expand their cultural knowledge and learn the techniques and rhythms of authentic instruments, such as the djembe, caxixi, agogo, and kalimba.
For ages 8 and up. Presented by Freedom Arts and Education as part of the Black History Month celebration at the St. Louis County Library. The workshop will be held:
Feb. 16 at 7 p.m. at the Eureka Hills Branch
Feb. 23 at 7 p.m. at the Grant's View Branch
Feb. 24 at 7 p.m. at the Headquarters Branch
Feb. 27 at 2 p.m. at the Rock Road Branch
Super Kids to the rescue! At the Super Kids Save the World exhibit, The
Magic House's green exhibit, kids can tag along on a superhero adventure to save the earth.
Stop in and have some fun in the indoor pool at the Lodge of Des Peres with your little one at this drop-in swim time for kids up to age 6. No pre-registration is needed; Water Waddlers is open to residents and non-residents of Des Peres.
The Preschool Science Series is an open exploration learning lab for young scientists - ages 18 months to 5 years - and their families. Activities are designed around research that shows children learn best through play, inquiry and shared experiences with their parents and caregivers.
At Sensory Friendly Night at Boo at the Zoo, families can enjoy festive decorations, Zoo attractions, entertainers, special food and drink menus and more in an environment for individuals with sensory sensitivities. This special night will mirror the traditional Boo at the Zoo experience, but also includes sensory maps, quiet areas and trained Zoo staff to assists guests.
At this free art program for ages 3-6 the focus is on the process of making art rather than the finished product. Dress to get messy!