Remember the old days of mud pits and mud pies? Here is the chance to relive some of the joys of your childhood with your children. Powder Valley will provide the dirt, you bring the clean clothes for the ride home.
Enjoy a free movie at the Edwardsville City Park Band Shell (by the library) at sunset.
Join Angela Speck, Director of Astronomy at the University of Missouri-Columbia, as she explains the upcoming solar eclipse and explains the best ways to view it at this free event.
Enjoy a free yoga session for all ages outdoors on the Busch II Infield at Ballpark Village on select Wednesdays throughout the summer. Sessions are led by instructors from Yoga Buzz and opens to all ages, levels and abilities.
Bring your little ones to enjoy a free live performance of the classic fairy tale The Ugly Duckling performed by Edie's Fairytale Theatre, along with a fun egg hunt.
Are snakes really slimy? How do they move, smell, hear and catch food? Little ones (ages 4-6) can learn about snakes and observe live snakes found in Missouri. They'll even be able to touch a snake if they want to,.
Come prepared to take a short hike to see if any snakes can be observed in their natural habitat. For ages 4-6 with a parent or caregiver.
9:30-11 a.m. Free. At August A. Busch Memorial Conservation Area. For reservations, call 636-441-4554.
Kids who love baseball are invited to participate in the MLB Pitch, Hit and Run competition with a chance to advance to the sectionals, the Team Championships and the nationals at the MLB All Star Game.
This is a free, one-day event for boys and girls ages 7-14. 9 to 11 a.m. with registration opening at 8:30 a.m.
At the Chesterfield Valley Athletic Complex.
More information and to pre-register: chesterfield.mo.us
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!
Meet up at the Nature Playscape in Forest Park for a fun storytime followed by nature adventures! These free story times are open to children of all ages and their caregivers.
Daytime Playtime is an open gym for children ages 2-5 where the possibilities for fun and learning (through fun) are endless! Children will participate in activities that build coordination, strength, balance and self-confidence. They'll develop stronger motor skills, social skills, and take part in theme-based creative activities.
Dinoroarus is back for a limited time at the Saint Louis Zoo. This engaging attraction for all ages features 14 groupings of animatronic and stationary dinosaurs - colorful, prehistoric creatures that move realistically, some roaring and spiting or placidly munching on lush vegetation.
Visit the Animal Protective Association (APA) of Missouri for a free story time for preschoolers and help foster their love of animals. Kids will learn about caring for our four-legged friends as well as be entertained by fun stories and make a craft. They'll even meet a furry friend! Geared to ages 2-5.