The Magic House

Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood: A Grr-ific Exhibit: Donuts with Daniel

Be the first to see Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood: A Grr-ific Exhibit at this special event at The Magic House. You'll enjoy donuts and breakfast treats, special themed art projects and private playtime before The Magic House opens.

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Marigold Garland at the Magic House

Let’s create vibrant marigold flowers and watch it transform into a large flowers and mango leaves string installation at The Magic House.

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Traditional Dance & Music of India at The Magic House

Celebrate the timeless art of Indian classical dances performed by various artists. Immerse yourself in the rich cultural diversity and enjoy the expressive movements, gestures, expressions, and sounds.

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India's Architecture at The Magic House

Take a look at some early architecture styles from India and get inspired to build your very own structures using paper.

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Calligraphy Bookmarks at the Magic House

Come hear the Indian youth orchestra and choir perform to celebrate Indian Independence day. Stop by the Calligraphy table and make a keepsake personalized bookmark.

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Juneteenth Youth Entrepreneur Showcase

The Magic House's satellite location, MADE for Kids, is hosting an entreprenuer showcase featuring young African American entreprenuers from Young Biz Kids as well as an educational oppourtunity to learn more about the Juneteenth holiday.

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Rangoli at the Magic House

Representing positivity and happiness, Rangoli is a colorful and creative Indian folk-art. Patterns are created on the floor using materials such as chalk, rice flour, flowers, lentils, sand and more. Rangoli formations can range from simple freestyle drawing to complex dot grid drawings. Come join the fun and create patterns outdoors (chalk) and indoors (paper) that are believed to bring good luck!

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The BOOterfly House: Bewitching Bugs and Botanicals at The Butterfly House

The Butterfly House becomes The BOOterfly House in October to celebrate all things creepy and crawly. Kids can hang out with Professor Von Flytrap and his friends in the Creepy Crawly Cave and have lots of hair-raising fun.

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Music & Movement

Explore songs, finger plays, music and more during this Music & Movement class for ages 2-6. Some sessions are held in person at various branches of the St. Louis County Library. Some sessions are virtual.

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Trike Town at The Magic House

Adventures abound at Trike Town, the outdoor, child-size city at The Magic House. Kids can pick out their favorite little red tricycle and explore the entire town while learning about bicycle safety and the importance of wearing a helmet.

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Storytime and Stroll at Deer Creek Greenway

Wednesday, October 9, 2024

Join Great Rivers Greenway for a free Storytime and Stroll on the Deer Creek Greenway in Maplewood. This one-hour meetup includes children's stories and hands-on nature activities followed by a stroll on a greenway.

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Pumpkin Decorating in the Park

Wednesday, October 9, 2024

Bring you little ones to this fun-filled pumpkin decorating event designed just for little hands! Pumpkin Decorating in the Park encourages children ages 2-5 to get creative as they decorate their very own pumpkins using an assortment of festive stickers. All materials and pumpkins are provided.

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