St. Louis Storytelling Festival
Cirque du Wiener Dog Puppet Show at the St. Louis County Library
See a cast of daring dachshunds as they attempt to put on a circus variety show with amazing acrobatic feats at the St. Louis County Library! The show is taken to hilarious heights as it is constantly interrupted by Li'l Dumpling, the littlest Dachshund in the world, who desperately wants to get in on the act.
One World, One Family: Stories from Many Lands
Join popular storytelling Bobby Norfolk at this special events at the St. Louis County Library. Norfolk will share stories from many continents to show us that we share a common humanity. No matter how different we may seem to be, we are identical within.
Stories from Time and Space
Join storyteller Sherry Norfolk for a free, exciting story time focused on places far, far away.
Sun, Moon and Stars Storytime
Storyteller Sherry Norfolk leads families through and interactive. global exploration of folktales about the sun, moon and stars.
It is an annual celebration with a simple and powerful message: Books change lives, so let’s share them with our kids. Started in 1919 by the librarian of the Boy Scouts, who sought to improve the standards of children’s books, Children's Book Week is now administered by 
I love to read. But perhaps even more than this, I love being read to. Some of my most cherished childhood memories are of my dad reading bedtime stories every weekend. Whole summers I would spend listening to recordings of Shel Silverstein or Marlo Thomas and Friends. These days, I attend poetry readings or author events or festivals. But I also find myself turning down the radio or folding laundry in the hallway to better hear my husband reading to our children. Whether it's Redwall to his teenage son, or Misty of Chincoteague to our 6-year-old daughter, I am entranced.Things to Do
Water Waddlers Outdoor Drop-In Swim
Splash and play with your little one in this fun morning activity. No registration is necessary.
Sea Lion Shows at the Saint Louis Zoo
Monday, August 10, 2026
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
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.
Preschool Science Series at the Saint Louis Science Center
The Preschool Science Series is an open exploration learning lab for young scientists, ages 18 months to 5 years and their families. Activities are designed around research that shows children learn best through play, inquiry and shared experiences with their parents and caregivers.
Storytime in Forest Park: Storytime in the Meadow
Monday, August 10, 2026
Monday, August 17, 2026
Meet up in Forest Park for a fun storytime followed by nature adventures! These free story times are open to children of all ages and their caregivers.
Baby Bookworms Storytime with the St. Louis Public Library
Bring your little ones, 0-18 months, to Baby Bookworms Storytime to enjoy songs, stories and more.
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