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Goldilocks

In this fun, new musical take on the well-known tale, Goldilocks learns some much-needed lessons about friendship and acceptance when she meets Freddy, a bear with a penchant for science.

Presented by the Imaginary Theatre Company. For ages 5-10. 

Free. The performance begins at 6:30 at the Headquarters Branch of the St. Louis County Library. Doors open at 6 p.m.

More information: slcl.org

 

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Plie Playtime

Plié and play in this introductory ballet class for both boys and girls. While learning basic ballet steps, children will explore famous fairy tale ballets. This program presented by the St. Louis County Library and STAGES St. Louis

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Rapunzel Puppet Show

Paul Mesner Puppets presents a "veggie" different take on the traditional story of Rapunzel. Will Rapunzel escape her evil captor and "leaf" happily ever "alfalfa?"

 

Part of the ST Art @ Your Library series. For ages 3-10.

 

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Rocket Launch Workshop

Kids will have a blast as they design and launch a rocket and study the effect of trajectory and pressure at this free workshop.

 

Part of the ST Art @ Your Library series. For ages 8-12.

 

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Animal Tales

Kids who love animals will love Animal Tales. In this program, they'll hear stories with animal characters in them, then meet the live versions of those animals! This program is presented by the St. Louis County Library and Saint Louis Zoo

 

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Balloon Twisting Workshop for Kids

Kids can bring out their inner sculptor at this free balloon twisting workshop. They'll learn how to twist a basic balloon dog, a simple hat, a huge octopus and more. Presented by Circus Kaput. At the St. Louis County Library.

Part of the ST Art @ Your Library series. For ages 8-12.

The Balloon Twisting workshop takes place:

March 23 at 2 p.m. at the Grant's View Branch

March 24 at 2 p.m. at the Florissant Valley Branch

Free, but registration is required. 

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Amazing Astronomy

In this amazing workshop, kids will learn how to connect modern science with myth and ancient starlight as they map the stars and study the motion of our galazy.

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Super Heroes School Daze Camp

School Daze Camps at Artscope are a great way for kids to spend their days when school is out. Kids will make fabulous art projects, explore Tower Grove Park, play games, sing songs and make new friends. 

 

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Masters of the Sky

Learn about the majestic wonders of the sky - eagles, owls, falcons, vultures and hawks, at the Masters of the Sky show taking place at the National Great Rivers Museum. 

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Prepare to Take Flight: Above and Beyond Lands at the Saint Louis Science Center

For a kid whose feet are planted firmly on the ground, there are few things as amazing as the opportunity to take flight. A car or a train can take you only so far, but a plane or a spaceship can take you pretty much anywhere.

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Book Buddies Training for Kids: Shelter Pet Reading Program

The Book Buddies Shelter Pet Program lets kids to adore animals make a real difference in the lives of shelter pets.

As part of the Book Buddies Shelter Pet Program with the Humane Society of Missouri, kids ages 6-12 are trained to read to shelter pets. Reading to the shelter dogs helps to bring comfort them and reduces anxiety. It also makes the pet more adoptable. Reading helps shy dogs learn to relax around people and teaches high energy dogs and calm behavior is desirable.

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Mining and Crafting Kidz Night Out

A Bricks 4 Kidz Night Out is a high-energy evening full of LEGO entertainment for kids in kindergarten through grade 4. The theme of the night is Minecraft. 

Kids will craft key elements with LEGO bricks, build monsters, and construct their own world of Minecraft. Each child will take home a mini LEGO creeper from the popular game. Pizza and drinks are provided.

5 to 8 p.m. at the Bridgeton Recreation Center. Cost is $34 per child for Bridgeton residents and $38 for non-residents. 

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25 Alternatives to Yelling at Your Kids

For many parents, yelling has become a normal part of our daily routine. But recent studies show that harsh verbal discipline may be as harmful as physical punishment, especially for adolescents.

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Special Spaces Creates Dream Rooms for Special Kids

To kids, a bedroom is more than a room in the house. It’s a magical wonderland where through play, they can be anything they want and experience any adventure as big as their imagination. But for a kid facing a life-changing and life-threatening illness, it’s an escape from the confines of a hospital room and a place where he or she can find peace and comfort in a world that can be frightening and confusing.

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Gateway to Reading

The Gateway to Reading program is a parent-child workshop that focuses on strengthening reading skills while engaging in fun, literacy-based activities. Participants will receive a free toolkit of materials to help children in their reading journey.

 

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