There will be lots of fun activities for all ages at the annual Safety Day with the Metro West Fire Fighters. Kids will enjoy free pumpkins, balloon artists, a kids' creation station, Jake the Metro West official mascot, K-9 demonstrations and lots more. There will also be fire, rescue, EMS and police unit displays, life fire demonstrations, the new Fire Life Safety Education Unit, safety booths and information, lots of giveaways, plus burgers, hot dogs and refreshments.
Free. October 6 from noon to 3 p.m. At St. Louis Community College in Wildwood.
More information: metrowest-fire.org
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!
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.
Meet up in Forest Park for a fun storytime followed by nature adventures! These free story times are open to children of all ages and their caregivers.
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Bring your little ones, 0-18 months, to Baby Bookworms Storytime to enjoy songs, stories and more.