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The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane

See the life-changing adventure of Edward Tulane, a toy that cares for noone but himself but eventually learns what it means to love others, live on stage at the Missouri History Museum. The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane is produced by Metro Theater Company. Save 20% on afternoon performances Dec. 26-30 with our promo code!

 

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Gardenland Express

Enjoy a St. Louis family tradition at Gardenland Express, the Holiday Flower and Train Show at the Missouri Botanical Garden. Visitors will see G-scale trains of many eras traveling through a miniature holiday landscape made up of festive decorations and thousands of fresh plants, poinsettias and flowers.

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Here's What's Happening at the All-New Holidays At Union Station

When it comes to the holidays, your weekends can fill up faster than a Christmas stocking, especially if you have little ones at home.

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New Documentary Connects Missouri Girls with the Great Outdoors

Sometimes our little princesses just need to get muddy. To throw off that tutu and get some well-earned dirt under their nails and to kick off their heels and run barefoot through a creek. In this world, the frogs are for studying, not kissing. And a canopy of sun-kissed leaves stands in for castle turrets. In Forest Hymn for Little Girls, a new documentary to be filmed in St. Louis, Italian filmmaker Sara Bonaventura will show the magic that awaits when a group of girls are able to explore Missouri’s forests on their own.

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Open House Fall Festival at The College School

At The College School, we explore the world through authentic experiences, empowering our students to engage deeply and be ready for what is next. Come to our Fall Open House (featuring Amazing Science Demonstrations with the Saint Louis Science Center) on Saturday, November 12 from 9 a.m. to noon to hear about our newest offerings and updates, including: renovated play spaces, a digital recording studio, and a state-of-the-art learning center on our second, 28-acre property. 

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Fall Open House at New City School

New City School embraces all of a child's strengths and fosters a love for learning, a deep understanding of subject matter, empathy and acceptance for diversity of all types, as well as awareness and celebration of self. Come see for yourself why New City School is so special at this Open House event. All are invited, whether you are a prospective parent considering preschool, kindergarten or with older children.

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Opera on the GO! Spotlights a Sensory-Friendly Performance

In a world dominated by Bieber and Swift, few kids are ever exposed to Gilbert and Sullivan. Yet, Opera Theatre of Saint Louis (OTSL) is on a mission to change that – to open kids’ eyes and ears to classic operatic masterpieces by delivering the show directly to them. And during one special performance on October 29, the company will give kids with sensory issues the chance to experience the magic of live theater on their own terms.

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Opera on the GO! Sensory Friendly Program

Join Opera Theatre of Saint Louis for a fun, engaging 70 minutes of movement and stage makeup workshops, both with audience participation, followed by an abbreviated performance of Gilbert and Sullivan's hilarious The Pirates of Pemzance tailored to kids with sound sensitivities.

 

 

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Halloween Events in St. Louis Oct. 27-31

Even if your family has been celebrating Halloween for most of October, nothing can top Halloween weekend to bring out the ghouls, goblins, witches, superheroes and trick-or-treating fun.

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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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