Teens have the opportunity to discuss reading and writing with the
author of 20 nationally best-selling mystery novels at this free event at the St. Louis County Library Headquarters.
Author Sara Paretsky will discuss her career and offer insider tips to aspiring teen writers. The discussion is free and open to all. Teens are welcome to stay and have reserved seats for Paretsky's 7 p.m. discussion of her new novel "Brush Back."
The discussion with teens is from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Sponsored by the St. Louis County Library Foundation and Big Brothers, Big Sisters of Eastern Missouri.
More information: slcl.org
RSVP to foundation@slcl.org
More than a million lights will illuminate some of the Missouri Botanical Garden's most iconic locations, walkways will be transformed into sensory light tunnels providing an explosion of visual magic, and traditional candlelight village displays, festive drinks, s'mores and great photo opportunities will delight crowds of all ages.
Enjoy the iconic lights that adorn the Anheuser-Busch Brewery close up during walking tours. Brewery Lights features more than one million twinkling lights, a Kids Winter Wonderland, a nightly parade featuring the World-Famous Clydesdales, and lots of family-friendly activities.
The magical sights of the Gateway Arch Park Foundation's Winterfest return to downtown St. Louis this holiday season. Winterfest includes family fun, beautiful holiday lights, s'mores stations, ice skating and festive activities and fireworks, plus special character visits and a New Year's Eve celebration.
Sensory Friendly Science Time features reduced noise, modified lighting and sensory-friendly demonstrations at the Saint Louis Science Center.
Winterfest 2025 will host special guests on Sundays. Some of your kids' favorite characters will appear for free meet & greets and photo opportunities at Kiener Plaza's annual winter festival.