The Magic House is hosting a low-stakes introduction to chess tournament play for children in grades 1-8. Designed for players looking to gain experience with tournament play, participants will play in up to four rounds, 15 minutes per side, using a chess clock.
Players should know how to play the game of chess, including how to check and checkmate as well as when to call a draw. Registration includes medals for all participants. First place winners will also receive a Family Membership to The Magic House.
6 to 9 p.m. Registration is required.
More information and to register online: magichouse.org
Visit the James S. McDonnell Planetarium in Forest Park and see a star show to experience the largest artificial sky in the Western Hemisphere. Star shows are lead LIVE by one of the Planetarium's educators, creating a new and tailored experience for every audience.
At the Saint Louis Zoo's Marting Luther King Jr. Day Camp: Telling Tails, campers will learn all about animal tails! Long or short, feathered or furry, tails come in all shapes and sizes. Whether they are used for balance or for grasping onto trees, tails are important adaptations that help the animals survive in their habitats.
Celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. throughout the holiday weekend with a variety of experiences at the Missouri History Museum. Families are invited for youth activism workshops, meaningful conversations on race and social justice, storytelling, movement with Mama Lisa, and craft workshops.
Kids ages 7-15 can spend MLK Day climbing, team building, and doing arts & crafts at Upper Limits Climbing Gym. This one-day camp is a great way to keep your child active when school is out. Campers will learn about rock climbing, as well as team building with other kids their age.
Bring your babies and toddlers to this free story time at the Missouri History Museum.