School's out for the summer, which can only mean one thing – The Magic House is heading to the beach! At A Grand Boardwalk Beach Bash, visitors will enjoy a delicious dinner and create a cool treat at the build-your-own sundae ice cream bar. Experience must-see Boardwalk attractions including live music, face painting, a spectacular performance from Juggling Jeff, a fun photo booth, a unique sandcastle made from 75 tons of sand and an exciting scavenger hunt through The Magic House.
A Grand Boardwalk Beach Bash is set for Sunday, June 9 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. All ages are welcome. All proceeds support the Grandparent Scholarship Fun at The Magic House, which helps provide free field trips, outreach programs and family nights for children from school in disadvantaged areas of our community.
Registration is required. For more information, visit magichouse.org
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.
Young visitors and their families are invited to the Energy Stage 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.
Your child is old enough to start kindergarten, are they ready? Are you? At this special presentation, both you and your child will get a brief overview of what is expected before your child even enters the classroom. You'll also receive a free backpack and school supplies. Registration is required.
Little Red Hen Play Dates are a wonderful way for children ages 0-6 and their caregivers to experience the magic of Waldorf Early Childhood Education. You and your child will bake bread — a weekly occurrence in the Waldorf School's Early Childhood Program — listen to stories; join in a circle time filled with songs, rhymes, and movement; and explore the outdoors in our mini meadow.
Read to a friendly therapy dog from DUO Dogs, Inc. After the story, the dog's handler will answer any questions kids have about therapy dogs, pet care and more. For ages 3-11. Registration is required for this free program.