Kids grow fast—way faster than your budget. Keeping up with your kid’s needs can be overwhelming & expensive. You want to give your family what they need, and say "Yes" to the things they want. But, how?! Just Between Friends O’Fallon/Belleville can help! JBF O'Fallon/Belleville is a twice-a-year, pop-up kids & maternity consignment sale where local families can shop and save hundreds of dollars on everything they need to raise confident, stylish, good-looking kids! Shop the Just Between Friends STL Metro East Spring & Summer Sale on April 16-19 at the Gateway Convention Center in Collinsville.
Items are 50-90% off retail!
The sale schedule is:
Wednesday, April 16: Early Shopping, tickets required & limited
Thursday, April 17: Opening Night: 4-8 p.m. Tickets recommended
Friday, April 18: Opening Day: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tickets not required
Friday, April 18: Evening - 6 to 8 p.m. Half Price Sale. Tickets are required & limited
Saturday, April 19: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Open to the public; tickets not required; most items an additional 50% off
Get tickets and the full schedule here: jbfstlmetroeast.ticketspice.com
Stop in and have some fun in the indoor pool at the Lodge of Des Peres with your little one at this drop-in swim time for kids up to age 6. No pre-registration is needed; Water Waddlers is open to residents and non-residents of Des Peres.
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.
At Sensory Friendly Night at Boo at the Zoo, families can enjoy festive decorations, Zoo attractions, entertainers, special food and drink menus and more in an environment for individuals with sensory sensitivities. This special night will mirror the traditional Boo at the Zoo experience, but also includes sensory maps, quiet areas and trained Zoo staff to assists guests.
At this free art program for ages 3-6 the focus is on the process of making art rather than the finished product. Dress to get messy!