Kids can bring out their inner sculptors and learn how to twist the basic balloon dog, a simple balloon hat, a huge octopus and more at this free workshop led by the pros at Circus Kaput. Kids will take home their creations and show off their work. For ages 8-12. Free, but registration is required.
Balloon Twisting Workshop will be held at the following branches of the St. Louis County Library:
October 13 at 10 a.m. at the Samuel Sachs Branch
October 16 at 6 p.m. at the Jamestown Bluffs Branch
October 27 at 2 p.m. at the Oak Bend Branch
November 8 at 6:30 p.m. at the Indian Trails Branch
November 17 at 10 a.m. at the Eureka Hills Branch
November 19 at 4:30 p.m. at the Prairie Commons Branch
More information and to register: slcl.org
March brings a very special kind of tropical madness to the Butterfly House in Faust Park! Thousands of breathtaking Blue Morpho butterflies take up residence to welcome spring.
Stop in and have some fun in the indoor pool at the Lodge of Des Peres with your little one at this drop-in swim time for kids up to age 6. No pre-registration is needed; Water Waddlers is open to residents and non-residents of Des Peres.
Science Tots is designed for children ages 18 to 36 months. The class provides opportunities to support brain development and learning. Toddlers and their grown-ups will explore STEM topics through songs, stories, hands-on exploration and play.
Bring your little ones for a "fin"tastic story time complete with a craft/experiment and a light snack before heading to the pool for Little Splashers swim time!
LEGO Club at the St. Louis County Library is a free opportunity for kids to gather and have fun building with LEGO bricks. LEGOs are provided.