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Starry Nights: Family Astronomy

With so many twinkling, sparking things in the sky, how do you know what you are looking at? Bring your family and learn how to read the night sky at Starry Nights: Family Astronomy at Babler State Park in Wildwood. Participants will explore constellations, stars and more. This program is for all ages. 

 

 

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WILD Family Fun Days GPS Egg Hunt

Join the fun at Babler Memorial State Park for a GPS egg hunt. Eggs will be hidden in various places around the park, including on trails, under pavilions, in fields and everywhere in between. You can find a prize to take home at each location! Registration is required.

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Newsies

Newsies is packed with non-stop thrills and a timeless message, perfect for the whole family and every audience. 

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Rockwood Thunder Open House

Last year, nearly 1,000 girls hit the courts with Rockwood Thunder camps, clinics, programs and teams. If you have a child interested in volleyball, Rockwood Thunder is the place for you.

 

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Ozark Rocks Offers the Ultimate Educational Getaway for Kids and Parents

If you’re like many St. Louisans, you made the pilgrimage to Johnson’s Shut-ins and Elephant Rocks state parks this summer for a little outdoor fun. In the middle of swimming, hiking and climbing, you probably glanced over the information plaques in passing before your attention was snatched away by your kid shouting, “Look at me, mom!” from the edge of the cliffs. But what if you and your child had time to delve deep into Missouri’s rich geological history? To see these iconic landmarks not just as recreational getaways, but as pages in a natural scrapbook of our state’s prehistoric past?

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Paws for Reading from the St. Louis County Library
Wednesday, May 7, 2025
Tuesday, May 13, 2025
Wednesday, June 4, 2025

Read to a friendly therapy dog from DUO Dogs, Inc. After the story, the dog's handler will answer any questions kids have about therapy dogs, pet care and more. For ages 3-11. Registration is required for this free program. 

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Animals Aglow at the Saint Louis Zoo
Wednesday, May 7, 2025
Thursday, May 8, 2025

Explore the Saint Louis Zoo in the evenings at the Chinese lantern festival Animals Aglow! Animals Aglow returns to illuminate the Saint Louis Zoo for the second year with dozens of new, towering lanterns and light displays. Now open nightly through May 11!

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Toddler Time at The Magic House

Visit The Magic House for Toddler Time, a special early-morning program for toddlers. Children age 1-4 can take part in exhibits and exclusive interactive activities designed just for little ones. There are new themes every week!

 

 

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