At the Maryville Center for Access and Achievement, we’re all about making learning exciting, hands-on, and unforgettable! From virtual reality adventures to drone exploration, from game development to robotics, our programs are designed to spark curiosity and fuel innovation.
Whether your child dreams of designing the next big video game, coding a futuristic app, or piloting drones like a pro, they’ll get real-world experience with cutting-edge technology in a fun and supportive environment. Led by expert instructors who are passionate about inspiring the next generation of tech leaders, our interactive programs build confidence, creativity, and critical thinking—skills that will set them up for success in today’s digital world.
With a constantly evolving lineup of hands-on classes, students never run out of opportunities to create, experiment, and innovate. We have a variety of program needs for children of all ages including Science and Robotics (ages 4-12), Teen Tech (Grades 6-8), and Coding Camp (High School Students).
To learn more about these programs, visit maryville.edu/stem

You can always watch the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade on television, but if you want the real-life parade experience, bundle up the kids and head downtown bright and early on Thanksgiving morning to see the 41st annual Ameren Thanks for Giving Parade.
Come over to the dark side and meet the amazing birds that exist by moonlight. Owl Prowls are an opportunity for families to learn about owls from the naturalists at the World Bird Sanctuary.
More than a million lights will illuminate some of the Missouri Botanical Garden's most iconic locations, walkways will be transformed into sensory light tunnels providing an explosion of visual magic, and traditional candlelight village displays, festive drinks, s'mores and great photo opportunities will delight crowds of all ages.
Enjoy the iconic lights that adorn the Anheuser-Busch Brewery close up during walking tours. Brewery Lights features more than one million twinkling lights, a Kids Winter Wonderland, a nightly parade featuring the World-Famous Clydesdales, and lots of family-friendly activities.
Kids can work on existing gym skills, learn new skills or just play around during Open Gym at Miss Kelly's Gym in Creve Coeur.