In a new twist on creating art, kids ages 9-13 can record their voice and paint a masterpiece using the sound waves they produce. This free art program will be held at the following branches of the St. Louis County Library:
Tuesday, August 13 at 7 p.m. at the Grand Glaize Branch
Monday, August 19 at 4 p.m. at the Weber Road Branch
Tuesday, August 20 at 6:30 p.m. at the Oak Bend Branch
Monday, August 26 at 6:30 p.m. at the Bridgeton Trails Branch and the Florissant Valley Branch
Thursday, August 29 at 6:30 p.m. at the Grant's View Branch
Thursday, September 12 at 6:30 p.m. at Headquarters Branch
Saturday, September 14 at 1 p.m. at the Prairie Commons Branch
Monday, September 16 at 7 p.m. at the Meramec Valley Branch
Saturday, September 21 at 2 p.m. at the Mid-County Branch
Tuesday, September 24 at 6:30 p.m. at the Eureka Hills Branch
Thursday, September 26 at 6:30 p.m. at the Daniel Boone Branch
Registration is required. More information and to register: slcl.org
It's Monster Machines Day at Des Peres Park! See a police car, tow truck, bulldozer, fire truck and much more up close during this hands-on, free event. Kids can climb in and look around and let their imaginations take them on a ride.
There are more than strawberries (but plenty of those too) at this festival! Kids can enjoy carnival rides, a petting farm, pony rides, the children's play area and lots more.
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.
The Taste of Maplewood Street festival brings together foodies, shoppers and music lovers to enjoy the bites, sights and sounds of Maplewood. The festival includes live entertainment from two stages, children's activities, and local restaurants and retailers offering food, drinks, and specialties.
Science Tots is designed for children ages 18 to 36 months. The class provides opportunities to support brain development and learning. Toddlers and their grown-ups will explore STEM topics through songs, stories, hands-on exploration and play.