Tough construction vehicles, big farm equipment and emergency service vehicles all have something in common . . . a dog that works just as hard as them! Learn more about the complementary relationship between dogs and trucks, from fire trucks and dalmations to combines and herding dogs. Kids can jump inside the trucks, take pictures, meet incredible dogs and learn how these perfect pairings work together during this fun, family friendly event.
Enjoy the family entertainment area with a trackless train, face painting and lots of bubbles!
Food trucks will be on hand to offer food and beverages for purchase.
10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 8 at Purina Farms in Gray Summit. Reservations are not required. Admission is free. Parking is $5 OR bring five or more canned goods to donate to Circle of Concern food pantry and receive free parking.
More information: purinafarms.com
Kids can work on existing gym skills, learn new skills or just play around during Open Gym at Miss Kelly's Gym in Creve Coeur.
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.
At Free Family Saturdays at Craft Alliance, families create together in each of the Craft Alliance studios, exploring clay, fiber, metals and graphic arts. These free workshops are led by professional artists and are for families with kids ages 5 and up. They are open to the public and all family structures are welcome. Please dress for a fun and sometimes messy art experience!
Young visitors and their families are invited to the Life Science Lab Classroom at the Saint Louis Science Center 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.
Valentine's Day workshops at Yucandu Art Studio allow kids to express their creativity and bring home amazing Valentine's Day projects! Workshops are for kids in kindergarten through grade 5.