Parent with Child
Meet Clifford the Big Red Dog
Your kids can enjoy a story time, fun activities and a visit from everyone's favorite big red dog, Clifford! Don't forget your camera!
This event is part of Children's Book Week at the St. Louis County Library. Free.
Clifford the Big Red Dog will appear:
Monday, May 2 at 6 p.m. at Headquarters Branch
Wednesday, May 4 at 10 a.m. at Grant's View Branch
Friday, May 6 at 10 a.m. at Grand Glaize Branch
Saturday, May 7 at 10 a.m. at Rock Road Branch
Reservations are not required.
Free Clinic Day at the Center for Hearing and Speech
The Center for Hearing and Speech will host free screenings for hearing, vision and speech for children ages 3 and up during Free Clinic Day.
Parents can have questions answered by the Center's Chief Audiologist and Chief Speech-Language Pathologist. There will also be snacks and crafts for kids. 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
To reserve your spot, please call 314-737-5091.
Learn more at hearing-speechstlouis.org
Make Tracks for the Zoo
All ages are invited to participate in this annual fundraiser run/walk that helps support the conservation programs at the Saint Louis Zoo.
Just Like You at the Zoo
Join St. Louis Children's Hospital at the Saint Louis Zoo for activities that teach children why it's important for people - and zoo animals - to take care of their bodies.
At Just Like You at the Zoo, children collect animal cards at four stations throughout the Zoo. After the cards are collected, they win a prize. Register for this event at the north or south entrances of the Zoo.
Just Like You at the Zoo will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on May 22 at the Saint Louis Zoo.
Spring Wild Flower Hike for Families
Explore the Phantom Forest and Bittersweet Woods Conservation areas
during this spring hike for all ages. You'll enjoy the freedom and fun of nature while bonding with your kids during these themed hikes, sponsored by the City of Des Peres and the Lodge of Des Peres.
During this hike, you'll learn how animals in the forest hide in plain site.
4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Parent-Child Workshop: Painting: All About Color
Enjoy a fun afternoon exploring color with your child at this parent and child workshop. You'll learn to mix acrylic paints and put color to canvas as you create a family masterpiece together.
Saturday, June 11, 2 to 4:30 p.m. For kids ages 4-7 with a parent or caregiver. Cost is $45.
At Laumeier Sculpture Park. More information: laumeier.org
National Get Outdoors Day at The Magic House
Play outside at The Magic House! Celebrate National Get Outdoors Day with some good old-fashioned outdoor recreation. Fresh-air fun will fill the museum's front and back yards, promoting health through movement and play.
