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Need a break from virtual learning screen time? Schedule a family field trip to MADE for Kids! On Friday mornings, a limited number of families will be able to enjoy a special field trip where educators from The Magic House, MADE for Kids will lead them through fun, interactive STEAM learning experiences. Each family will have their own workspace to ensure social distancing, and families are welcome to stay and play after their field trip. 

Learn about Missouri's black bears at this in-person, outdoor event at Babler Memorial State Park in Wildwood. Social distancing guidelines must be practiced. 

See the eagles, owls, hawks, falcons and reptiles that live at the World Bird Sanctuary from the luxury of your own vehicle at Drive Through with a Twist. Hot pretzels will be available for all pre-registered guests.

Gather around a toasty campire for an enchanted evening of not-so-spooky Halloween storybook readings. Children are encouraged to wear costumes.

Enjoy Wee Wednesday online from the Saint Louis Art Museum! Caregivers looking for something creative to do with little ones will enjoy reading a book, looking at works from the Art Museum's collection and creating their own artwork with materials found in your home.  

Find new interactive presentations are posted at slam.org and available anytime.

Preschoolers and toddlers can sing, dance, make noise, and have fun at this virtual event from the St. Louis County Library. 

Chalkfest is a sidewalk chalk contest open to all ages and all skill levels. Help decorate the lower parking lot of Bluebird Park in Ellisville with your own original masterpiece! 

Parents can enjoy a night out as kids enjoy a night in at The Lodge. The night will include fun games and crafts, and each night has a different theme.

Visitors will step into the Wild Kratts world, joining animal experts Chris and Martin Kratt and a cast of heroes and villians as they explore the secret lives of extraordinary creatures at the new Wild Kratts: Creature Power! exhibit at The Magic House.

Local historian and author Elizabeth Pickard will share her new children's book, Ruth's River Dreams, and talk about her experience writing it at this virtual program through the Missouri History Museum. 

Twilight Tuesday Concerts from the Missouri History Museum are virtual this fall! Your family can tune in on Tuesday evenings from the comfort of your home or backyard for an online concert streamed live on Zoom or Facebook Live. The theme of this fall's concert series is music of the Mighty Mississippi. 

Support your early reader's developing skills through a read-aloud of "Nino Wrestles the World" by Yuyi Morales and an activity. This online book club is for ages 5-8.

When life gives you lemons, have a parade! Manchester, Missouri will hold an evening Homecoming Parade on Sept. 12 and all are welcome. The Theme is "When Life Gives You Lemons." The parade kicks off at approximately 7 p.m. at Schroeder Park and will proceed through Manchester. 

Enjoy a movie at the Robert G. Reim Theatre in Kirkwood. Seating will be limited to 25% capacity to ensure proper social distancing. 

Visit Play Street Museum's newest attraction – the Pop-Up Art Studio! In the studio, kids can focus on process art, which allows children to develop their own creations. Process art is more about the creation, imagination, and development rather than the final art projects. 

Enjoy the Saint Louis Zoo online! Zoom with Saint Louis Zoo educators is a live, free presentation that allows families to learn more about animals and how amazing they are. Themes vary, and registration in advance is required. After registering, you'll receive a confirmation email letting you know how to join. 

If you can't join the live presentation, the recordings are available on the zoo's web site at stlzoo.org/STLZOOms

Animal rescue doesn't stop in the face of a global pandemic, and the Metro East Humane Society (MEHS) is offering a way for families to have fun and support animals in need at the same time. Camp MEHS on September 5 will feature a take home "camp" kit for families, including t-shirts and bandanas to tie dye, crafts, s'mores kits, Chef's Shoppe popcorn, Annie's Bow Wow Cups, smoothies from Source Juicery, Four Muddy Paws goodies for your four-legged friends, beverages for adults and kids, and more.

Kids can learn how to play it safe starting September 12 when Kirkwood Safety Town returns to The Magic House. Co-created by The Magic House and the City of Kirkwood, this interactive exhibit is designed to educate the region's youngest residents about safety. Kirkwood Safety Town features a child-sized neighborhood including a fire station, police station, electric company, farmers market, park, house, and even a train station!

Purina Farms is bringing the best of the farm to your home every week! You can virtually explore Purina Farms through videos featuring the animals, dog trainers and others who work there, as well as the pets who work and play at Purina Farms every day. Each day of the week features videos on a variety of topics including animal connections, training tips and responsible pet care advice for kids.