parenting resources in St. Louis

Kids can explore a collection of big trucks and safety vehicles on display at Eureka High School during Big Truck and Safety Day. 

The Saint Louis Science Center has expanded its Preschool Science Series to include new offerings for different age groups of young scientists. Storybook STEM is for ages 3 to 5. 

Trick or Track is a family Halloween celebration featuring a costume parade and trick or treating around the National Museum of Transportation in Kirkwood.

See the Zoo's California sea lions perform acrobatic and athletic feats, including Olympic-style dives on a high-diving platform, flipper walks, frisbee tosses and plenty of surprises. While on stage with the sea lions, the Zoo's trainers explain sea lion behavior and positive-reinforcement training, in addition to the need for conserving the sea lion's ocean habitat.

Join members of the St. Louis Astronomical Society for an evening of stargazing for all ages at Laumeier Sculpture Park. See what our moon and other planets look like up close while you learn about different telescopes that astronomers use.

Join in on lighting up the Wildwood Town Center Plaza with a Tree Lighting Ceremony, enjoy visits with Santa, shopping from local vendors, and stay warm by the fire pits while you make s'mores!

The Ferguson Fall Spooktacular includes trick or treating and a lot more! Families are invited to the Ferguson Community Center for hayrides, a bounce house, a balloon artist, lots of trick-or-treating fun, a haunted house, games and more.