Celebrate the bugs of summer at the Butterfly House as they host the Firefliest and Friends Festival. This all-ages event features live music, fun activities and hands-on exploration. Guests will learn about dragonflies, cicadas, fireflies and more bugs of summer, and see roosting butterflies in the Butterfly House's Tropical Conservatory. You can also stroll among the fireflies with entomologists, or grab a bite and listen to music in the Native Butterfly Garden. There will also be games for children and samples of brews and spirits for adults.
Friday, June 27, from 6:30-9:30 p.m. at The Butterfly House in Faust Park. Admission is $12-$15; children 2 and under are free.
More information: missouribotanicalgarden.org
Kids can work on existing gym skills, learn new skills or just play around during Open Gym at Miss Kelly's Gym in Creve Coeur.
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.
At this free art program for ages 3-6 the focus is on the process of making art rather than the finished product. Dress to get messy!
Learn more about The College School's dynamic, experiential curriculum, meet parents and teachers during this one-hour quick tour.
Storytelling in the Museum is an in-person storytelling event happening at 10:30 a.m. at the Missouri History Museum. This event, perfect for the preschool set, features engaging stories with themes like Juneteenth, Sweet Treats, Summer and more. Storytelling in the Museum is free.