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Sensory Friendly Storytime

Stories are read aloud in a safe space in the library's lower level auditorium where children can experience story time in their own way.

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Your Guide to Summer Reading Programs Across St. Louis

Summer break is filled with family vacations, long days at the pool and play dates with friends.

Circus Flora Peanut-Free Preview

Kids with nut allergies can enjoy the circus! Circus Flora's preview night is entirely peanut-free.

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Death by Tickle

Juggling Jeff and Oh My Gosh Josh perform together in this amazingly hilarious stunt and comedy juggling show of stupendous proportions!

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Friday Night Free-For-All

There will be art projects, art demonstrations of hot glass and metal work, hands-on projects with clay, paper and fiber, a red-hot Raku pull and more.

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Picnic in the Park - Tower Grove

There will be activities for all ages, including a food trucks, a petting zoo, bubble bus, arts and crafts from Artscope, face painters, live music and more.

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8 Essential Events for St. Louis Families in June

Kids will be out of school for summer break soon (and some already are) and families across St. Louis will be in search of fun ways to spend the long days. June is absolutely packed with great family events and activities Here are our top picks:

Kiener Plaza Opening Celebration

Celebrate the Grand Opening of the all-new Kiener Plaza in downtown St. Louis at this free community celebration, featuring lots of kids' activities (including the new splash pad!), live music, Fredbird, food trucks and more.

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Registration and Open House at Girls Inc.

Girls Inc. of St. Louis is hosting an 8-week recreational, cultural and academic program for girls ages 5-17 this summer. At this special Saturday Registration and Open House, families can tour the building, fill out applications and learn more about the program.

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Say Hello to a New Kiener Plaza, Where Kids can Run, Splash, Slide & Play

Kids will soon have a brand new place to play. As well as run, splash, slide, and jump. Kiener Plaza in downtown St. Louis will soon reopen to the public – but this iconic landmark is now bigger, better and more family-friendly than ever.

CHOMP Food Truck and Music Festival

The CHOMP Food and Music Festival includes live music, more than 20 food trucks that will be competing for prizes, kids' activities and more.

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Intro to Coding Workshop

Students can learn the basics of coding at this GlobalHack workshop.

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45th Annual Gypsy Caravan to benefit the St. Louis Symphony

Gypsy Caravan's more than 300 vendors come from 20 states and sell something for everyone: antiques, collectibles, crafts, jewelry, furniture, clothing, imports, yard art and more.

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IT'ZA Pizza Party Play Date

Celebrate National Pizza Party Day at this special play date for kids ages 5-12.

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Break Dance Workshop

Kids ages 7-11 can learn the fundamental elements of break dancing and combine them with short choreographed sets at this free workshop.

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Hamilton!

Take a fun, interactive look into the world of musical theater and the extremely popular show Hamilton at this free workshop, where kids will try singing, acting and dancing from several popular and classic shows.

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Feeding Your Infant or Toddler

New parents or those just beginning to introduce solid foods to your baby, and those who are struggling to feed your independent toddler healthy meals, are invited to attend this class on nutrition and feeding.

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Artscope Open House

You'll enjoy art activities, live music by Fire Dog and get to know the Camp:Create counselors.

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St. Louis Free LEGO Build

Your child can participate in a massive St. Louis Build using LEGO bricks! Kids can construct St. Louis landmarks, their homes, schools, playground, parks, downtown and lots more, all out of LEGO bricks.

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Gateway Stormfest

See the OMNIMAX film Extreme Weather and learn about the extreme weather in the St. Louis area from local meteorologists.

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Pumpkin Jamboree at Eckerts

Ride the wagons out to the pumpkin patch to search for your great pumpkin, live entertainment, pony rides, a petting farm, funnel cakes, caramel apples and lots of activities for kids.

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Not-So-Haunted House at The Magic House

It's the Not-So-Haunted House that is oh-so-fun, where storybook characters come alive! Kids are invited to dress in their most "boo-tiful" Halloween costumes and have a ghoulishly good time going on a spook-tacular scavenger hunt throughout The Magic House to find trick-or-treat locations and seeing their favorite storybook characters.

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Halloween Nights at Grant's Farm

Get into the Halloween spirit with some spooky fun and celebrate with the animals at Grant's Farm. Enjoy Halloween tram rides featuring Halloween lights, spooky scenes, live actors, scare zones, a Halloween-themed show, monster mash party and more. Costumes are encouraged.

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Science Spooktacular at the Saint Louis Science Center

Saturday, October 25, 2025

Sunday, October 26, 2025

Science gets spooky at the Saint Louis Science Center's Halloween Science Spooktacular! Get ready for science thrills at this no-cost, candy-free event packed with Halloween-themed festivities for the entire family.

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Pumpkin Glow in Historic St. Charles

Saturday, October 25, 2025

At the Historic St. Charles Pumpkin Glow you and your family can bask in the glow of carved pumpkins throughout the historic district while the merchants along Main Street stay open late to offer scary good deals, and the street will be illuminated with hundreds of eerily glowing pumpkins. Costumes are encouraged, but this is not a trick or treating event.

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Take Your Kids on a Trip Through Time: History Exploration Days at the Missouri History Museum

Each day, the Missouri History Museum immerses kids in the stories of St. Louis, written over hundreds of years and told through hands-on exhibits, fun-filled activities, and special family-focused events. During the school year, young history buffs of all ages can take an unforgettable journey to our city’s past with a special monthly adventure designed just for them! The Museum’s highly-anticipated History Exploration Days, starting back up this September, lets kids engage with history in creative and unexpected ways and discover how those who came before us continue to impact their lives today.

Your Guide to the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra's New Season of Concerts for Kids and Families

Whether kids are exploring the savannahs of Simba’s kingdom or traveling through the Marvel Universe, their adventures are set to an incredible live soundtrack that inspires a lifelong love of music. Here is your guide to the 2025-26 St. Louis Symphony Orchestra concerts for kids and families (and teens!).

Want Your Kids to Learn? Teach Them It’s Okay to Make Mistakes

It’s normal for parents to want to protect their children from failure. It’s also normal to want them to achieve, win, and do their best. But here’s the truth: We don’t learn anything new without making mistakes. I’ll say it again. Making mistakes is a crucial step in learning. If we’re fearful of making mistakes, learning comes to a screeching halt.

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.

7 Signs Your Kids Are Ready For Their First Sleepaway Camp

It’s time to decide whether to send your kids to sleepaway camp, but how do you know that's the right thing to do? How can you tell whether your kids are ready for their first extended stay away from home? Here are 7 important signs that experts say should inform your decision.

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Something BIG just landed in Maryland Heights…

Say hello to Ninja Central – a one-of-a-kind movement space where kids run, jump, climb, and soar toward strength, agility, and unshakable confidence. This isn’t your average gym. This is next-level ninja –built from scratch with purpose, passion, and a whole lot of heart. How did it all happen? Because one person had the courage to dream big. Ray Overmann, founder of the non-profit Team Central, saw a need - a space where kids could move freely, build real strength, and feel like superheroes in their own story. Now that dream is real, right here in our community.

Ninja Central opens November 15th. Come be part of something BIG.

Attend the Community Sneak Peek, a free event for families to meet our staff, tour the gym, and test out all the amazing Ninja equipment. Reserve your spot here!

Find yourself at Forsyth on Sunday, October 26, 3–5 p.m., for the All-School Open House—perfect for families with candidates for any and every grade! Hear from Rob Butler, Head of School, before touring Forsyth's unique campus and connecting with teachers and current families in the classrooms. Visit The Rand Center for Performing Arts & Athletics to see the Adventure Center (featuring a climbing wall and high ropes course) in action. Forsyth School fosters a spirit of curiosity and joy, empowering children age 2 through Grade 6 to pursue challenges with confidence. Advance registration is required.

The College School in Webster Groves invites you to our Open House on Saturday, November 15 at 9 AM—a chance to experience our hands-on, heart-engaged approach to Preschool–8th Grade. At TCS, learning is active and meaningful: students investigate real questions, collaborate with peers, and apply ideas in the classroom and outdoors. In close-knit classes, teachers know each child and shape challenges that are appropriately rigorous and joyful. Our approach grows lasting capacities—creative problem-solving, empathy, communication, and the courage to try, learn, and try again—timeless skills that serve students in any future. During Open House, you’ll meet educators, explore our campus, and learn more about our vibrant community. Come see how dynamic academics and outdoor adventure work together to spark a lifelong love of learning and a sense of purpose. Reserve your spot here. We look forward to meeting you!

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