HealthFest, held at the Saint Louis Science Center, is a one-day event featuring educational booths from a variety of area health professionals and health-related organizations. They'll offer free information, health screenings for all ages, giveaways and more.
Hands-on activities increase awareness and understanding of technology’s use in health and wellness. Community educators inform visitors about current health-related issues and research, services available to the community, and careers in health-related fields.
Hold a real human brain, learn about its amazing feats, and discover its secrets in the Amazing Brain Carnival!
9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Saint Louis Science Center. Free.
More information: slsc.org
Splash and play with your little one in this fun morning activity. No registration is necessary.
See the Zoo's California sea lions perform acrobatic and athletic feats, including Olympic-style dives on a high-diving platform, flipper walks, frisbee tosses and plenty of surprises. While on stage with the sea lions, the Zoo's trainers explain sea lion behavior and positive-reinforcement training, in addition to the need for conserving the sea lion's ocean habitat.
The Preschool Science Series is an open exploration learning lab for young scientists, ages 18 months to 5 years and their families. Activities are designed around research that shows children learn best through play, inquiry and shared experiences with their parents and caregivers.
Discovery Club is an exploration of all kinds of science! Kids ages 7-11 will navigate through the sciences with projects, experiments and activities at this free program. Themes include robots, roller coasters, potato batteries and more.
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!