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LEGO Master Workshop

Does your child love LEGO^® bricks? Don't miss this opportunity for them to build their skill set with a LEGO^® Certified Professional, one of just 14 worldwide!

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Famed Infant Photographer Anne Geddes Has Surprising Advice for Parents

"For all of the years I've been photographing, the best images are always the ones where a little bit of magic happens," Geddes told us. "It's like the baby lying in the roses with the big smile that everyone knows. One of the nicest things about photographing babies is that it's so truthful. If you've got a sleeping baby, they're not pretending to be asleep. It is what it is."

Children's Story Time at Afterwords Books

In addition to fun stories, sometimes there will be special guests storytellers and themed storytime events.

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Parent & Child Science Saturday

Enjoy science-themed fun for kids ages 3-6 with a parent at this free Science Saturday at Forsyth School.

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Tinker Tots

Imaginative play builds language and critical thinking skills while kids have fun. At this free Tinker Tots workshop, kids will use a variety of curious objects to tinker and create their own unique masterpiece.

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Gingerbread House Decorating Workshop

Get creative and have fun at this Gingerbread Workshop for kids of all ages and families.

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Kids Night Out Art Class

Kids in grades kindergarten through five will snack on pizza and create new masterpieces as they use different art mediums like drawing, painting, pastels and more.

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Legends & Lanterns Halloween Festival

The entertaining and friendly ghouls love meeting little monsters, so get ready for some spooky fun. Legends & Lanterns offers live music in Scarecrow Glen, hayrides, Halloween displays, story times, exhibits, great food, crafts, face painting and more.

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Story Time with Georgy Rock

Bring your little ones to a free story time on Tuesdays at Subterranean Books. Storyteller Georgy Rock will read stories, sing songs, laugh and be silly.

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Rock Hill Library Spooktacular Halloween Party

Children are invited to wear their costumes for this spooktacular afternoon Halloween party.

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Youth + Adult Workshop: Figure + Form

Explore figure drawing techniques and learn the art of proportion, shading and tone. Charcoal, conte, ink and pastel will be demonstrated.

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Youth + Teen Workshop: Ir-RESIST-ible Resists

Kids and teens will make designs in multiple layers with materials that naturally repel each other. They'll use various resist techniques to create remarkable works of art that are undeniably irRESISTible!

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8 Essential Events for St. Louis Families in November

November is a great time to give thanks and spend quality time with family. There are plenty of fun ways to explore, celebrate and learn together all across the St. Louis area. Here are our top picks for family-friendly events in November:

Cold and Flu Season is Upon Us. Here's How You Can Be Prepared

A chill is in the air and what is commonly known as "cold and flu season" is now upon us. Sometimes catching a virus is simply inevitable, but there are certainly steps you can take for yourself and your children to decrease the likelihood of becoming ill. We spoke with Rachel Orscheln, MD, Assistant Professor of Pediatrics in the division of Infectious Diseases at St. Louis Children's Hospital and Washington University, about common seasonal illnesses in kids and how to protect against them, as well as treat them.

Halloween Trunk or Treat hosted by St. Louis County Police Department

Bring your little ghosts, goblins and firefighters too! Officers will be handing out candy and free glow necklaces, and performing costume safety checks.

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Halloween Spooktacular at New Town

Kids can trick or treat from local New Town St. Charles businesses during this Halloween Spooktacular.

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Opera on the Go! A Sensory Friendly Program for Young People

Join Opera Theatre of Saint Louis for a fun and engaging afternoon of opera. Learn about the elements of opera through interactive workshops in singing styles, stage movement and makeup, then see them come to life in an abridged performance of one of the most beloved operas of all time, Mozart's The Magic Flute.

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School's Out Mini Camp at The Novel Neighbor

When school is out kids can hang out at The Novel Neighbor and get crafty.

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School Daze Camp: Hocus Pocus

School Daze Camps at Artscope are a great way for kids to spend their days when school is out.

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Mizzou Day on Ice

Celebrate all things Mizzou at the Steinberg Skating Rink in Forest Park.

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Museum Babies Storytelling

Tuesday, January 20, 2026

Bring your babies and toddlers to this free story time at the Missouri History Museum.

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Storytelling in the Museum from the Missouri History Museum

Storytelling in the Museum is an in-person storytelling event happening at 10:30 a.m. at the Missouri History Museum. This event, perfect for the preschool set, features engaging stories with themes like Juneteenth, Sweet Treats, Summer and more. Storytelling in the Museum is free.

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Music & Movement

Explore songs, finger plays, music and more during this Music & Movement class for ages 0-6. Some sessions are held in person at various branches of the St. Louis County Library. Some sessions are virtual.

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LEGO Club at the St. Louis County Library

Tuesday, January 20, 2026

Thursday, January 22, 2026

LEGO Club at the St. Louis County Library is a free opportunity for kids to gather and have fun building with LEGO bricks. LEGOs are provided.

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Toddler Time at The Magic House

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!

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10 Family-Friendly New Year's Eve Celebrations in St. Louis

Who says you have to stay up late to ring in the new year? Kids can make some noise and welcome 2026 at these daytime and early evening celebrations designed just for families with young partygoers.

The St. Louis Children’s Choirs Give Every Singer the Chance to Shine on Stage

Something beautiful happens every time a child performs their favorite song. Even if they stumble over a lyric or tumble off key, the joy they find in exploring their musical journey can be felt by those lucky enough to listen. When hundreds of these young voices come together on one stage, that’s when something truly magical happens.

Winter Break Camps Offer School Break Fun for Your Kids

Winter Break Camps offer your kids a fun way to spend their break from school. They'll participate in engaging activities that will make their school break memorable. We rounded up some fantastic options for Winter Break Camps for kids of all ages.

Miriam Celebrates Neurodiversity, Supports Unique Learners

At Miriam School, students with complex learning differences are supported and celebrated as they grow academically, socially and emotionally. Miriam provides a tailored educational experience for learners in grades K-12 who have not found success in traditional classroom settings. Students’ challenges may stem from specific learning disabilities (i.e. dyslexia or dysgraphia), ADHD, level 1 autism, sensory processing disorder, anxiety, or speech and language disorders.

Ninja Central is for Kids of All Ages and Abilities

From the moment they step onto a ninja training course, kids snap into activation mode – using their athletic skills to jump, climb, and balance their way through physical challenges and activating their minds to out-maneuver the puzzle of obstacles that stand in their way of victory. That combination is a powerful one and equips kids with the confidence, persistence, self-esteem, and creative thinking skills they need throughout their lives. And now, with the opening of Ninja Central, a top-tier ninja training facility in Maryland Heights, even more young athletes will get the chance to reach their full potential.

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Be one of the first families to experience Ninja Central's brand-new, purpose-built ninja training facility! Opening in January 2026, Ninja Central features state-of-the-art Ninja challenges – walls, bars, obstacle courses, beams and more. PLUS, register to attend the Ninja Central Grand Opening Celebration on Saturday, January 17 from 2-4 p.m. to win BIG prizes, including three months of free tuition, and free Kid's Night Out and Open Gym sessions! All attendees can try out the new Ninja challenges & equipment, meet the awesome coaches, enjoy face painting, balloon animals and snow cones. Learn about Ninja Central's classes for ages 4 and up here. Register to attend Ninja Central's Grand Opening Celebration here. From beginner to advanced Ninja skills, Ninja Central in Maryland Heights is the place for confidence-building, not just muscle-building, for flipping fear into fun, and for kids who need space to grow, move, and belong. Classes begin January 5!

Plan your child's summer at the biggest Summer Camp Expo in the St. Louis area, featuring 60+ local and regional summer camps offering day- and sleep-away camp experiences all across the St. Louis region and beyond. Bring your kids to Summer Expo 2026 and learn about a wide variety of summer learning and summer camp opportunities for kids of all ages. The Summer Expo is presented by Parkway-Rockwood Community Ed, sponsored by STL Parent and STL Camps, and is open to all families from any school district across the St. Louis metro area. Admission is free! 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday, February 1, 2026, at Parkway West High School. Stop by the STL Camps booth at the entrance and enter to win a free week of camp!

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