Halloween parties at the St. Louis Public Library are free! Kids and teens can make their own Frankentoy or craft, watch Halloween movies, and find Halloween candy. Reservations are not required. Please note the age range for each party. Costumes are encouraged!
Several parties are scheduled at the following branches:
October 26:
Monster Mash Halloween Party for kids in grades kindergarten through 5, 2 to 4 p.m. at the Central Library.
Monster Mash for kids in grades 6-12 from noon to 4 p.m. at the Central Library.
October 30:
Halloween Party for kids in grades kindergarten through 5, 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. at the Walnut Park Branch.
October 31:
Halloween Party for all ages. 4 to 6 p.m. at the Julia Davis Branch.
Find even more Halloween fun all across St. Louis in our Things To Do calendar
The Saint Louis Science Center has expanded its Preschool Science Series to include new offerings for different age groups of young scientists. Storybook STEM is for ages 3 to 5.
Young visitors and their families are invited to the Energy Stage to enjoy interactive read-alouds of science-themed picture books. Story times are followed by a short demonstration or discussion connected to the book's main concepts.
Your child is old enough to start kindergarten, are they ready? Are you? At this special presentation, both you and your child will get a brief overview of what is expected before your child even enters the classroom. You'll also receive a free backpack and school supplies. Registration is required.
Little Red Hen Play Dates are a wonderful way for children ages 0-6 and their caregivers to experience the magic of Waldorf Early Childhood Education. You and your child will bake bread — a weekly occurrence in the Waldorf School's Early Childhood Program — listen to stories; join in a circle time filled with songs, rhymes, and movement; and explore the outdoors in our mini meadow.
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.