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The Sights and Sounds of Spring

Spring brings with it warm weather, birds singing, flowers blooming and bees buzzing. Spend the first official day of Spring outside and take in the sights and sounds that nature offers at this free program for all ages.

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Cakes for Tots

Kids can learn about the maple tree and enjoy pancakes with maple syrup made at Rockwoods Reservation.  Pre-registration is required.

 

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Elephant and Piggie: We Are in a Play

Based on Mo Willems' beloved, award-winning, best-selling children's books, Kennedy Center on Tour presents a romp of a musical in Elephant and Piggie: We are in a Play. Elephant Gerald and Piggie sing and dance their way through solutions to fundamental questions like: What do you wear to a fancy pool costume party? Should you share your ice cream? And how can two friends play with one toy?

 

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With Project 612, Two Moms are Changing the Way Kids Look at Food Waste

Sometimes it’s the smallest things that inspire someone to change the world around them. For Gwyn Marini of Edwardsville, Ill., it all started with a bag of chips. 

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Steer Your Kids Away from Electronics and Back to Nature with Missouri Kids Unplugged

As parents, sometimes we need to take the iPad out of our kids’ hands and stick a fishing pole in its place. Or, turn off Madden NFL 17 and actually throw the pigskin around without a controller getting in the way.

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New MathAlive! Exhibit at the Saint Louis Science Center Takes STEAM to the Extreme

It’s hard to get kids excited about math when they only think of it in terms of worksheets and homework. But those calculations and algorithms power the things they love the most – from the video games they play to the digital music they listen to. Once they’re exposed to math in incredible, unconventional ways, they lose any fear they have and jump into the fun feet-first, ready to take on the world with all the exciting new things they’ve learned.

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Acclaimed Children’s Film Festival to Premiere at the Saint Louis Zoo

At the Saint Louis Zoo, kids have the chance to get up close and personal with their favorite animals. But starting Jan. 28, they’ll also be able to see many of their furry friends’ stories on the big screen as the Zoo plays host to the Big Eyes, Big Minds: St. Louis International Children’s Film Festival.

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Author Nick Bruel Brings “Bad Kitty” to St. Louis for a Special Reading

When I told my seven-year-old I was going to be talking with children’s author Nick Bruel, she squealed like Shawn Mendes just walked in the room with a giant bag of Twizzlers. As a child who struggles with reading issues, my little one was taken in by Bruel’s slightly sarcastic, always funny Bad Kitty books. 

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5 Ways to Help Your Child Build Friendships

For many kids building friendships comes as naturally as breathing in air or waking up in the morning. For others, the process is filled with landmines of fear, anxiety and discouragement. Experts agree that friendship-building is a skill – it can be learned. And parents can help their kids develop the social skills that help make friendship building come more naturally.

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Preschool Science Series at the Saint Louis Science Center
Thursday, September 24, 2026
Friday, September 25, 2026

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. 

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Potty Training 101
Thursday, September 24, 2026
Saturday, October 17, 2026
Monday, October 26, 2026

Is it time to potty train your toddler? The St. Louis County Library is offering Potty Training 101 to parents of children ages 2-3. This free workshop for parent and child includes a potty-themed storytime, and parents & caregivers will receive information to get them started on the potty training process. Attendees will also receive a potty seat, step stool, training pants and a potty-themed board book. 

 

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Toddler Time at The Magic House
Thursday, September 24, 2026
Wednesday, September 30, 2026

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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Free Children's Yoga at Brentwood Public Library
Thursday, September 24, 2026
Thursday, October 1, 2026
Thursday, October 8, 2026

Take part in a free yoga session just for kids! Children's yoga, presented by Complete Harmony, is held at the Brentwood Public Library on Thursdays from 9:30 to 10 a.m. Classes include stories, movement and mindfulness and are geared for children up to age 5. Bring a yoga mat or towel.

 

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Dinoroarus Comes Roaring Back at the Saint Louis Zoo

The Dinoroarus exhibit brings prehistoric fun back to the Saint Louis Zoo this summer with 20 lifelike dinosaur animatronics and sculptures on the Zoo's Historic Hill.

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Get Ready to Climb and Explore at These Free Big Truck Days

If your kids love to explore big trucks and vehicles, these upcoming Big Truck Days are a perfect weekend or weeknight outing. They'll get to climb on and explore fire trucks, police vehicles, bulldozers, bucket trucks, ambulances and lots more.

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Travel Back in Time Every Friday at the Missouri History Museum’s Free Summer Family Fun Series

There comes a point every summer when all that “free time” isn’t so fun anymore. Your kids are bouncing off the walls, it’s too hot to hit the playground, and every activity seems to come with a big price tag. That’s when the screens come out, and parents find themselves counting down the minutes to bedtime. Thankfully, when Friday rolls around each week, your family can experience a mini summer getaway through history – no travel required. 

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City Museum's Stuff the Bus Campaign Provides School Supplies for 160 St. Louis Schools

Visit City Museum August 3-31, bring school supplies to donate, and get discounted admission! That's the idea behind City Museum's Stuff the Bus campaign.

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Your Guide to Free Outdoor Family Movies this Summer

Seeing a movie at the theater is a magical experience, but when summer rolls around, it’s time to get outside and enjoy free movies under the stars! Free family movie nights abound across the St. Louis area, so grab your kids, a blanket or lawn chairs, and get ready for some cinematic fun. Here's where to find them:

 

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