St. Louis
Family Med School: FUNdamentals
Kids in fifth grade and up, along with their parents, can spend an afternoon learning about the heart and cardiovascular system in this hands-on experience with anatomy and physiology experts from Adventures in Medicine and Science from Washington University.
Pokemon Go Night at the Saint Louis Science Center
Catch 'em all and try to be the best there ever was during Pokemon Go Night at the Saint Louis Science Center. There will be amazing science demonstrations, Pokemon-themed food and drink specials and more.
The Science Center will be open late 'til 8 with lure modules set at their Pokestops all night. Show your team pride by battling for control of the gym located at the James S. McDonnell Planetarium. The Planetarium will be lighted in the team color of whoever controls it at the end of the night! Don't miss the demos from local augmented reality and virtual reality developers.
A Supersized Centennial Celebration
Celebrate the 100th birthday of the National Park Service with a Supersized Centennial Celebration at the Jefferson National Expansion Memorial.
Activities include the play "Lift Every Voice: The Black Experience in the Heartland" with interactive scenes that bring the pages of history to life. The play is ideal for ages 8-12 but all ages are invited to enjoy the performances at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.
Back to School and Community Empowerment Festival
St. Louis Public School and the Urban League of Metro St. Louis present the annual Back to School and Community Enpowerment Festival, free for all city residents.
This year's festival features a main stage on the arena floor where student performances and academic showcases will take place. Free school supplies will be given away while supplies last and a free lunch will also be served.
Pluto Party at the Planetarium
Celebrate the 10th anniversary of Pluto's status as a dwarf planet with star shows and fun family activities throughout the day.
The Planetarium's star shows will focus on Pluto and NASA's New Horizon's mission.
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the James S. McDonnel Planetarium in Forest Park.
More information: slsc.org
Library Olympics
Play "Minute to Win It" style games as you celebrate the 2016 Summer Olympics.
Free. 2-4 p.m. at the St. Louis Public Library, Carpenter Branch.
More information: slpl.org
Comics Central at Central Library
The 5th annual Comics Central is an all-ages event that features game demos, a Comic Craft Corner from Star Clipper, vendors selling comics, artwork, a cosplay contest, mobile video gaming, virtual reality demos, food trucks and a DJ.
