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Winter Open House at New City School

Learn about New City School, where education is rigorous and joyful in equal measure, which allows students (age 3 through grade 6) to develop a deep love of learning that prepares them to succeed in life, not just in school.

 

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Winter Children's Festival

Come explore The College School at the Winter Children's Festival, meet the faculty and engage in hands-on activities. You'll also enjoy a live performance of My Father's Dragon performed by The Repertory Theater of St. Louis. 

 

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Adventures Your Teens and Tweens Will Never Forget

Spring and summer breaks may seem far off in the future now, but for the past year, Parkway-Rockwood Community Ed has been planning the ultimate getaways for St. Louis area high school and middle school students with an adventurous streak.

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Your Little Hockey Fans can Celebrate '50 Years of Blood, Sweat and Cheers' with the St. Louis Blues

For the past 50 years, the St. Louis Blues have thrilled families throughout the region – and across the country – with heart-racing plays, pulse-pounding action and adrenaline-pumping heroics.

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Summer Expo 2017

Plan your child's summer activities at this very popular Summer Camp Expo featuring more than 100 local and regional exhibitors. Admission is free and all families are welcome from all school districts across the St. Louis metro area.

 

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How My Kids Curbed my Hatred of Holiday Decorating (Sort Of)

Ok, I’m going to admit it. I hate decorating for Christmas. Don’t get me wrong. I dig the holidays, especially when someone else is doing the work. I get weepy every time we go to Annual Way of Lights at the Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows, I love Elf and Christmas Vacation and Love Actually (except for the constant fat-shaming of Natalie’s ginormous size-six thighs), and I even like shopping now that St. Amazon delivers everything to my door.

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Cosmic Cantata

Take in a cosmic musical extravaganza when special guests join the St. Louis Symphony against a backdrop of incredible projections in the James. S. McDonnell Planetarium.

 

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Playdough Party

Playing with dough helps your preschooler develop fine motor skills and practice self expression. At this free workshop, they'll do both!

 

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Optical Illusions

Children will discover how mirrors and reflections can play tricks, try to touch a mirage and make a periscope to see above and beyond at this free workshop presented by Mad Science.

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Top 10 Holiday Must-Do’s for St. Louis Families

During the holidays, St. Louis transforms into a winter wonderland that rivals the North Pole itself (minus the snow). With incredible light displays that spark excitement in every child, train rides that put them face to face with Santa himself, and bazaars that feature handmade gifts even the elves would envy, there’s something magical for every member of the family. Our picks for this year include:

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Candlelight Tours of Thornhill

Enjoy a beautiful candlelight tour of the historic Thornhill House in Faust Park.

Thornhill is the original estate of Missouri's second governor Frederick Bates. During these self-guided tours, the customs of the 1820s will surround guests, along with historically dressed docents. 

Admission is $8 for adults, and $5 for children ages 4 to 12. Children younger than 4 are free.

Dec. 9 at 6 p.m. and Dec. 10 at 5 p.m.

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Schlafly Art Outside Festival
Friday, September 5, 2025
Saturday, September 6, 2025
Sunday, September 7, 2025

Schlafly Art Outside is a three-day invitational art fair featuring affordable art from more than 60 artists based in the St. Louis region. Enjoy quality art, tasty food, local brews and live music. There will also be hands-on art activities at this family-friendly festival. 

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Manchester Homecoming
Friday, September 5, 2025
Saturday, September 6, 2025
Sunday, September 7, 2025

Enjoy carnival rides, a parade, kids' entertainment, live music and more at this three-day festival in Schroeder Park. 

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Kids Art Night Out
Friday, September 5, 2025
Friday, October 3, 2025
Friday, November 7, 2025

Kids Art Night Out at Yucandu Art Studio features a new creative project each month, ranging from mosaics, to collage, printmaking, glitter, clay and more.

 

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City Museum's Stuff the Bus Campaign Provides School Supplies for 160 St. Louis Schools

Visit City Museum August 4-17, bring school supplies to donate, and get discounted admission! That's the idea behind City Museum's Stuff the Bus campaign.

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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.

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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.

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10 Ways to Improve Your Child's Listening Skills

Focused listening is one of the most important skills your child will ever learn. Children with strong listening skills do better in school, sports, relationships and, eventually, in their careers. But many children lack this important skill and parents are rightly concerned. First, listening is much more than just hearing.

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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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