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Dream-O-Matic Camp at Artscope

In celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., kids will discuss their dreams for themselves and their communities, then create inventions to improve the world around us.

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Northern Lights Camp

School Daze Camps at Artscope are a great way for kids to spend their days when school is out. Kids will make fabulous art projects, explore Tower Grove Park, play games, sing songs and make new friends. At Northern Lights Camp, kids will explore one of the world's most mysterious phenomenon through light inspired artwork, then try out a very special camera.

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Picnic in the Park - Tower Grove

There will be activities for all ages, including a food trucks, a petting zoo, bubble bus, arts and crafts from Artscope, face painters, live music and more.

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Artscope Open House

You'll enjoy art activities, live music by Fire Dog and get to know the Camp:Create counselors.

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Your Young Artist Could Win the First Carriage Ride of the Season

Tower Grove Park's new Clydesdale, Moonshine, will be ready to begin leading carriage rides on April 1, and the park is hosting a Children's Art Contest to select who will receive the first ride.

Planet You Camp

What would you do if you were in charge of your own planet? Who would live there? What would the flag look like? Kids will answer these and more otherworldly questions at this camp.

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Heroism Camp

What do Thor, Hercules, Wonder Woman and Artemis have in common? They are all heroes! At this camp, kids will learn about heroes and heroines throughout history as they plot their own epic adventures.

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Sandcastle Beach at The Magic House

With the help of ten truckloads of sand, The Magic House's backyard will be transformed once again into a beachfront park for the popular Sandcastle Beach exhibit. Sandcastle Beach opens May 26 with a Kick Off to Summer event that includes ice cream, the Bubble Bus and a dance party!

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Omnimax Movies at the Saint Louis Science Center

Catch a movie or two at the Saint Louis Science Center's OMNIMAX Theater, where films are shown featuring the IMAX with Laser. This state-of-the-art theater provides the sharpest images, unmatched sound quality and 40% greater color range than traditional theaters. The five-story, 80-foot-diameter dome will fill your entire field of vision providing a truly immersive experience. Opening May 24: The Little Mermaid: The IMAX Experience.

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Planetarium Shows at the James S. McDonnell Planetarium in Forest Park

Monday, June 5, 2023

Thursday, June 8, 2023

Friday, June 9, 2023

Visit the James S. McDonnell Planetarium in Forest Park and see a star show to experience the largest artificial sky in the Western Hemisphere. Star shows are lead LIVE by one of the Planetarium's educators, creating a new and tailored experience for every audience.

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Budding Artists Preschool Art Program

At this free art program for ages 3-6 the focus is on the process of making art rather than the finished product. Both in-person and virtual sessions are offered.

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Water Waddlers Outdoor Drop-In Swim

Splash and play with your little one in this fun morning activity. No registration is necessary.

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Stretch your legs at the Purina Farms outdoor show fields on Saturday, June 17 or Sunday, June 18 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. each day for Dog Day Out. Try out a variety of canine sports, games, and activities designed to challenge your dog mentally and physically. There's something for dogs of every size and energy level to enjoy with over 10 stations to explore including Flying Disc, Lure Coursing, Canine Obstacle Course, Furbol Futbol, Dock Diving and more! Advance registration is required. No walk-up registration will be allowed for this event. Cost for the first dog is $20. Additional dogs are $15 each. Maximum of four dogs per registration. Additionally, $1 of each pup's registration fee will be donated to Five Acres Animal Shelter. There is no charge for parking. People are free. Register at purinafarms.com

Play all day and have fun at work! Working at Vetta Sports is more than a job – it's an opportunity for teamwork and leadership development in a positive, people-focused environment. Vetta Sports is unique in ways that allow our employees to be active and are hired to have fun with customers. Your high school or college student can work as a camp counselor, coach, instructor, front desk attendant, concessions, referee and more! We offer:

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