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Sports Fest 2019 at the Gateway Region YMCA

Saturday, August 10, 2019

Sports Fest is a fun, free way to introduce your child to the YMCA Youth Sports programs. Your child will engage in skill development and games, learn about sportsmanship, and, most importantly, have FUN!

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Strawberry Festival at Eckerts

There are more than strawberries (but plenty of those too) at this festival! Kids can enjoy pony rides, carnival rides, a petting farm, wagon rides, inflatables and lots more.

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Jurassic Egg Hunt

Your child can try their egg hunting skills at an epic level and perhaps bump into a baby T-Rex!

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Kids Day at Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site

This special day includes hands-on activities, crafts, storytelling, games, face painting and more for kids of all ages.

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Easter Egg-Citement at Eckert's

Hop on down the bunny trail and fill your basket with fun! Eckert’s Annual Egg Hunt includes baby chicks & bunnies, face painting, the Easter Bunny, seed planting and yummy Easter treats.

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Breakfast with the Bunny at Eckert's

Did you know the Easter Bunny’s favorite meal is scrambled Easter eggs with a side of fresh fruit? Join the Bunny for breakfast at Eckert’s Country Restaurant from 8 a.m. until 11 a.m.

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Ages

Elementary Age

Locations

St. Louis County, Illinois Metro East, St. Louis, West County

Extended Care

Crayola World of Design and Artist's Passport Camps from Imagine Arts Academy

Crayola World of Design Camps take kids on a journey of discovery! This one-of-a-kind art camp allow kids to experiment with new art techniques while working on their problem-solving skills at the same time. Kids get to explore art and design as a career path and as a tool to understand different cultures and places.

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Art Hill Film Series at the Saint Louis Art Museum

Friday, July 19, 2019

Friday, July 26, 2019

Celebrate 10 years of films, food and fun with your dream team this summer at the Art Hill Film Series from the Saint Louis Art Museum.

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Museum Babies Storytelling

Bring your babies and toddlers to this free story time at the Missouri History Museum.

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Free Jungle Boogie Concert at the Saint Louis Zoo

Friday, July 19, 2019

Friday, July 26, 2019

Bring the whole family for a free concert in the center of the Zoo!

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Storytelling in the Museum

Preschoolers will hear stories and make a craft at this free program at the Missouri History Museum.

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Shark Week at the Saint Louis Zoo

Celebrate Shark Week at the Saint Louis Zoo, where you'll get free admission to Stingrays at the Caribbean Cove when you come to the zoo dressed as a shark. You can also enjoy lots of shark-themed activities, shark-themed snacks, and live music on the weekend.

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Celebrate your child's special day at The Magic House! A variety of age-appropriate, hands-on activities make every birthday magical and memorable. Birthday parties at The Magic House include all-day admission to the Museum for hosts and guests. Choose from themed birthday parties for up to 20 children, a Big Birthday Bash for up to 30 children or an Exclusive Private Party for up to 50 guests that includes private play time in a portion of The Magic House! LEARN MORE AND BOOK YOUR PARTY TODAY!

Crayola World of Design and Crayola Artist's Passport Camps from Imagine Arts Academy take kids on a journey of discovery! At World of Design art camps, kids experiment with new art techniques, like sculpting, illustration and textile artistry, while working on their problem-solving skills at the same time. At Artist's Passport Camp, kids embark on an around-the-world cultural adventure. Campers explore far-off places and the people who live there, and lots more. Week-long full-day and half-day summer camps take place at locations across the St. Louis metro area and are filling fast! LEARN MORE AND SIGN UP

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