First Fridays at the Saint Louis Science Center include free parking and fun activities centered around a theme. This month: Journey to Middle Earth. You'll see amazing science demonstrations, Planetarium shows, Center Stage activities, special movie showings and more.
At Journey to Middle Earth, you'll see demonstrations by the local Historical European Martial Arts group, go on an interactive Ring Quest, brush up on your Elvish and much more. You can also visit the new exhibit, GROW, check out local beverages at the Fermentation Station, pedal a mini-tractor, test out new games with local game developers and lots more.
End your evening with a free showing of Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring in the OMNIMAX Theater.
6 to 10 p.m. at the Saint Louis Science Center. For a full schedule of activities, go to slsc.org
Bring your little ones to enjoy a nature adventure. They'll learn that all animals have special characteristics that help them to thrive in their habitats.
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.
The Saint Louis Science Center has expanded its Preschool Science Series to include new offerings for different age groups of young scientists. Storybook STEM is for ages 3 to 5.
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.
Visit The Magic House for Toddler Time, a special early-morning program for toddlers. Children age 1-4 can take part in exhibits and exclusive interactive activities designed just for little ones. There are new themes every week!