World Bird Sanctuary

Birds in Concert at the World Bird Sanctuary

Executive Director Roger Holloway will be performing Raptor Project favorites like "Hawk of the Highway," "The Vulture Song" and "The Owl Song" while birds come out to greet the audience. This is a free event.

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Books & Buddies at the World Bird Sanctuary

Monday, August 15, 2022

Monday, September 5, 2022

Kids will hang out outside for story time then meet one of the Sanctuary's animal ambassadors!

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World Eagle Day at the World Bird Sanctuary

Celebrate eagles from around the world at World Eagle Day. Learn more about these majestic creatures as well as fun raptor facts with presentations from World Bird Sanctuary naturalists throughout the day.

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Owl Prowl at the World Bird Sanctuary

Come over to the dark side and meet the amazing birds that exist by moonlight. Owl Prowls are an opportunity for families to learn about owls from the naturalists at the World Bird Sanctuary.

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Sensory Nights at the World Bird Sanctuary

Come visit World Bird Sanctuary after hours for Sensory Nights on June 29, July 27, and August 31 from 5:30-7:30 with different sensory stations involving nature and recycling, and also meet some of their animal ambassadors!

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Night Owl Private Playtime

Want to be one of the first to explore the new Wild Kratts: Creature Power! exhibit at The Magic House? You can – along with some very special friends from the World Bird Sanctuary - at Night Owl Private Playtime at The Magic House.

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Amazing Animal Encounters at the World Bird Sanctuary

Take your family to watch birds of prey fly right over your head, macaws speak the English language and much more at Amazing Animal Encounters at the World Bird Sanctuary. Every program showcases different animals so each day is a new experience. Advance tickets are required. Seating is limited due to social distancing requirements. Masks are required to attend.

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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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Eye Thrive Vision Screenings and Eye Exams at the St. Louis County Library

Eye Thrive will provide free, on-site vision screenings, eye exams and prescription glasses to children ages 4 through 12th grade at these clinics held at St. Louis County Library locations.

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Petite Picasso Virtual Art Classes for Kids

Tuesday, August 9, 2022

Tuesday, August 16, 2022

Tuesday, August 23, 2022

The Magic House now offers a virtual art experience for children – multi-sensory Virtual Petite Picasso classes. Classes are taught live from the Art Studio at The Magic House, and a different art activity is featured each week.

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Storybook Walk at Chesterfield's Central Park

Experience an outdoor nature adventure with a literary twist! Chesterfield's Central Park is home to the Storybook Walk, where you can take your kids for an educational nature walk centered around a favorite children's book.

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Storytime at the Nature Playscape in Forest Park

Tuesday, August 9, 2022

Meet up at the Anne O'C. Albrecht Nature Playscape 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.

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