What makes people happy and how can we increase happiness in our lives? Our society sends us many messages about what should make us happy, but what does research suggest about the validity of these messages?
It turns out there may be a simple path to leading the good life. Psychologist and lecturer Dr. Timothy Bono discusses the scientific study of happiness and strategies for life satisfaction based on research in Positive Psychology.
Go on a heart-pounding adventure through the magical scores of John Williams with the St. Louis Symphony. Generations, young and old, will be captivated by the program exploring the depths of our imaginations and the far reaches of outer space.
Bring your family to hear the famous scores from Star Wars before the release of Star Wars: Episode VII - The Force Awakens, as well as other selections from Harry Potter, Jurasic Park, the holiday classic Home Alone and more!
Go places you've never imagined and explore the real science behind the unbelievable with The Science of Ripley's Believe It or Not! An extraordinary collection of intriguing objects and astonishing artifacts from Ripley's Believe It or Not awaits you.
The School of Rock is offering free music workshops for kids and teens at its location in Ballwin. The school has teamed up with the St. Louis Blues Society to offer four free blues workshops with local musicians, covering harmonica, bass, drums and guitar.
Scheduled workshops are:
See the musical that has received rave reviews, called "more glorious than promised" by the New York Times and named by Time Magazine as the #1 show of the year. MATILDA the Musical comes to the Fox Theater through Nov. 1 on it's first national tour.
Enjoy an eveing of fishing at Lake 15 in this program designed for children ages 7 to 17 with special needs. Volunteers and staff will be available to lend a helping hand to beginner anglers. Fishing equipment will be provided for participating children.
The lake has a concrete walkway and dock accessible by people with mobility issues. Participants must be accompanied by an adult.
4:30 to 7:30 at the August A. Busch Memorial Conservation Area.
Crafternoons at Craft Alliance Center of Art + Design are an opportunity for families to spend the afternoon getting creative together.
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.
Science Tots is designed for children ages 18 to 36 months. The class provides opportunities to support brain development and learning. Toddlers and their grown-ups will explore STEM topics through songs, stories, hands-on exploration and play.
Join Ms. Amanda in the Makerspace at the Edwardsville Children's Museum for a fun, lively Dance Party. The toddler-friendly tunes will accompany free play time and musical instrument exploration.
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.
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.