Badgers digging in the prairies, otters playing in the rivers, minks hunting in the lowlands - what do they all have in common? Kids will learn how these interesting predators are related and are all considered members of the weasel family.
9:30 to 11 a.m.
At Powder Valley Conservation Nature Center in Kirkwood, near the intersection of I-44 and I-270. Call 314-301-1500 for reservations. Free but reservations are required.
Take leisurely two-hour hike through the oak hickory forest to see what kind of nature is in the
woods at the World Bird Sanctuary. An expert naturalist will lead you on your hike-where you may see birds, mammals, reptiles and amphibians.
To guide kids and parents alike through the causes and effects of
sports injuries as well as their prevention, Washington University and the St.
Enjoy a free outdoor movie and sing along! Creve Coeur Parks &
Recreation will host a free showing of Frozen - the sing-along version - at the Creve Coeur Golf Course. Festivities include a meet & greet with Elsa and face painting!
Snacks and refreshments will be available at the concession stand.
Festivities begin at 7:30 p.m. and the movie begins at dusk. Free and open to all.
Teens have the opportunity to discuss reading and writing with the
author of 20 nationally best-selling mystery novels at this free event at the St. Louis County Library Headquarters.
Your family can rock along with live music featuring Flaming Pie and A Tribute to the Beatles at Art Invasion, a benefit concert that also features lots of activities for kids. There will be art activities available for children of all ages provided by Art Unleashed (formerly Chesterfield Arts). Admission is free but donations are welcome.
Proceeds benefit Chesterfield Public Sculpture Projects and Art Unleashed. Coolers, blankets and chairs are permitted, but no outside food. Concessions will be open and food vendors will serve food.
7/16/15: UPDATE: Due to a scheduling conflict, the St. Louis Rams have cancelled this event.
Join the St. Louis Rams for the inaugural Play 60 Mini Mudder on July 18. This is
an event for the whole family, with special guests the Rams cheerleaders, Rampage, the Rams Play 60 Bus and DJ Pru. Kids can participate in a one-mile muddy obstacle course. There will also be Rams inflatables and food trucks.
Come play at The Magic House for free during Emerson Free Family Night. Capacity is limited.
Take your family to watch birds of prey fly right over your head, meet the wonderful bird ambassadors of the World Bird Sanctuary up close and much more.
Let Miss Kelly's give you the night off while your child takes part in many different fun activities, including games, obstacles and challenges!
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.
At this free art program for ages 3-6 the focus is on the process of making art rather than the finished product. Dress to get messy!