The beat goes on! Kids can listen as Adam Rugo plays the djembe, a goblet-shaped hand drum originating from West Africa, then shake, rattle and roll with Rugo as he plays a variety of African percussion instruments.
Enjoy live music and demonstrations by different types of artists at this outdoor event celebrating the arts.
Artists include painters, muralists, a cariacature artist, henna artist, balloon artist and more.
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Town and Country Crossing.
More information: townandcountrycrossing.com
Explore the insects that fly at night that we can't see during the day in this family workshop run by entomologists at The Butterfly House.
Let your child experience Little Medical School, inspiring tomorrow's doctors today! This one-day class offer a fun, innovative opportunity to role play and use tools real doctors use.
Little Medical School curriculums are aligned with STEM objectives, and bring medicine, science and the importance of health to children in an entertaining, exciting and fun way. Through hands-on demonstrations, crafts, and games, children are engaged as they explore the exciting world of medicine.
For children entering kindergarten through fifth grade.
See a free afternoon movie at the library: Minions!
No registration necessary. 2 to 4 p.m. at the St. Louis County Library, Daniel Boone Branch.
More information and registration: slcl.org
Your kids will want to get up and dance when Jim "Mr. Stinky Feet" Cosgrove takes the stage for this high-energy, interactive concert that will get your whole family on their feet.
This free concert takes place at the St. Louis County Library, Headquarters Branch. Early arrival is recommended.
6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
More information: slcl.org
Enjoy a day of fun at the Chesterfield Family Aquatic Center on July 10 for a Cardboard Boat Race and Dive-In movie.
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!
Science Tots is designed for children ages 18 to 36 months. The class provides opportunities to support brain development and learning. Toddlers and their grown-ups will explore STEM topics through songs, stories, hands-on exploration and play.
Explore the Saint Louis Zoo in the evenings at the new Animals Aglow exhibit. Bring your family to experience the luminous glow of 50 towering lanterns depicting animals, plants and traditional Chinese elements. Don't miss this celebration of culture and art!
Toddlers and their grownups can learn, create and play during Toddler Thursday at Mastodon State Historic Site. Each session explores a different topic related to nature and includes activities and a craft.
Dinoroarus is back for a limited time at the Saint Louis Zoo. This engaging attraction for all ages features 14 groupings of animatronic and stationary dinosaurs - colorful, prehistoric creatures that move realistically, some roaring and spiting or placidly munching on lush vegetation.