Families with kids of all ages can enjoy the sunset as they hike through the prairie trail and discover not-so-scary Halloween fun. This self-guided hike has stations along the way for you to learn about the animals of Halloween, such as bats, cats, owls and more. You'll even meet an owl from the World Bird Sanctuary. Stick around to enjoy s'mores around the campfire. Costumes are welcome!
6-8 p.m. at Shaw Nature Reserve. Registration is required. Cost is $7 per child for members of the Missouri Botanical Garden and Shaw Nature Reserve passholders. $9 per child for the general public. Adults are free with accompanying children.
More information and to register: missouribotanicalgarden.org
Your kids can enjoy a nature-themed story, a wildlife walk, and create a craft using nature's art supplies at the Nature Tots Storybook Hour.
Join in on First Art, a free art program for toddlers where the focus is on the process of making art rather than the finished product. Dress to get messy!
Is it time to potty train your toddler? The St. Louis County Library is offering Potty Training 101 to parents of children ages 2-3. This free workshop for parent and child includes a potty-themed storytime, and parents & caregivers will receive information to get them started on the potty training process. Attendees will also receive a potty seat, step stool, training pants and a potty-themed board book.
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!
Open Gym at Miss Kelly's Gym is an opportunity for any child to have supervised free play in the gym. They can work on existing skills, try something new, or simply play around. It is completely up to them! Open Gym is open to both members and non-members ages 12 and under.