
Powder Valley is a wonderful place to watch the deer, squirrels and birds. But what about the creatures that live underground?
This nature program, for ages 6-10, begins in the classroom with instruction and observations. Then, the group will go out to the forest to "dig in" and see what they can find.
10 a.m. to noon at Powder Valley Conservation Nature Center. Free.
More information and reservations: mdc.mo.gov
The cold winds of winter have almost blown over, but how do we know when Spring has arrived? Kids ages 3-7 can learn about the signs of spring in song, art and stories.
After learning the signs, they'll take a short hike to see if they can spot them.
10 a.m. to 11 a.m. At Columbia Botton Conservation Area. Free.
More information and reservations: mdc.mo.gov
Birds are starting to make their way back from their winter homes, so it's time to celebrate birds by learning about their special traits. Kids can learn what makes a bird a bird, make some binoculars and go outside to spot birds in the wild.
For ages 3 to 6.
10 to 11 a.m. at Rockwoods Reservation in Wildwood. More information: mdc.mo.gov
Join the Ballwin Parks & Rec Department for a free introductory course in tennis for kids.
At Tennis Play Day, kids will learn basic tennis skills and take part in activities that introduce them to the rules of the game. Tennis Play Day is free for kids ages 3 and up and parents. Raquets will be limited so please bring one if you have one.
The Wilson School presents Dr. Debra Harris as part of its ongoing speaker series for parents. Harris will provide insight into "Difficult Conversations with Your Child: Knowing When to Talk and What to Say in a Changing World."
Enjoy a beautiful spring day flying kites with a park ranger. Kites will be provided.
Let's Go Fly a Kite is sponsored by St. Louis County Parks. Cost is $10 per kite flyer.
1 to 3 p.m. at Queeny Park in Ballwin. Advance registration is required by calling 314-615-8472.
More information and to register: stlouisco.com
Thinking about enrolling your child in swim camp this year? Ackermann's Swim Program is hosting an Open House for new and prospective campers and parents to see their facility and learn more about their program.
Ride the wagons out to the pumpkin patch to search for your great pumpkin, live entertainment, pony rides, a petting farm, funnel cakes, caramel apples and lots of activities for kids.
It's the Not-So-Haunted House that is oh-so-fun, where storybook characters come alive! Kids are invited to dress in their most "boo-tiful" Halloween costumes and have a ghoulishly good time going on a spook-tacular scavenger hunt throughout The Magic House to find trick-or-treat locations and seeing their favorite storybook characters.
Get into the Halloween spirit with some spooky fun and celebrate with the animals at Grant's Farm. Enjoy Halloween tram rides featuring Halloween lights, spooky scenes, live actors, scare zones, a Halloween-themed show, monster mash party and more. Costumes are encouraged.
Wolf Fest features fun activities, exhibits and demonstrations for all ages. Guests will enjoy a kid's area, live music and food trucks, see puppies born this spring, see animals from around the world, and meet some of the most endangered wolves in the world.
Young artists and their families are invited to complete a fun craft activity in the galleries at the St. Louis Artists Guild. This program is designed for Pre-K to elementary-age children and their families.