Treat dad like a king this Father's Day at this barbecue and beer lunch at the Saint Louis Zoo.
He'll enjoy a huge spread with ribs, grilled chicken, brisket, hot dogs, baked beans, desserts and lots more.
Reservations are required. Seating is limited.
Cost is $37 for ages 13 and up and $24 for ages 2-12. Zoo members are $35 for ages 13 and up and $22 for ages 2-12. Free for children under age 2.
Sunday, June 16 at 11:30 a.m.
More information and reservations: stlzoo.org
Kids can work on existing gym skills, learn new skills or just play around during Open Gym at Miss Kelly's Gym. Reservations are not necessary.
Kids Art Night Out at Yucandu Art Studio features a new creative project each month, ranging from mosaics, to collage, printmaking, glitter, clay and more.
See the Zoo's California sea lions perform acrobatic and athletic feats, including Olympic-style dives on a high-diving platform, flipper walks, frisbee tosses and plenty of surprises. While on stage with the sea lions, the Zoo's trainers explain sea lion behavior and positive-reinforcement training, in addition to the need for conserving the sea lion's ocean habitat.
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.
Meet the animals at Suson Park and learn about their care at the Suson Farm Park Barn Tours.