Not only will kids eat free, they'll get to meet Fredbird, visit the Enchanted Village to take pictures with princesses and superheroes and brush up on sports skills at this end-of-summer/ back-to-school event at IKEA St. Louis from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Fredbird will be on hand from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. to pose for picture with fans of all ages. In the Enchanted Village (noon to 3 p.m.), you'll meet your favorite princesses and superheroes and take photos to cherish the magical moments forever. Photos with characters will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
At the Coaches Corner (1:30-2:30 p.m.), kids can get tips from coaches at the Larry Hughes Basketball Academy. Math and reading tips and teaching tips for parents will be available at the Math and Reading Made Easy workshop from 2:30-3 p.m.
Also at the event, you will get up to two free kids meals with the purchase of one adult entree at the IKEA restaurant. (Kids meals are for kids 12 and under).
More information: ikea.com
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.
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Bring your babies and toddlers to this free story time at the Missouri History Museum.
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