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Tale Waggers: Read to a Dog
Kids can increase their confidence and reading skills while reading to an adorable, attentive dog in this program sponsored by Love on a Leash.
Bring your own book or choose one at the library and read for 10 minutes to one of the dogs from Love on a Leash. Reading to dogs is a positive and non-threatening way to build confidence in reading. For ages 5-12.
6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the McClay Branch of the St. Charles County Library. Free.
Meet Clifford the Big Red Dog
Your kids can enjoy a story time, fun activities and a visit from everyone's favorite big red dog, Clifford! Don't forget your camera!
This event is part of Children's Book Week at the St. Louis County Library. Free.
Clifford the Big Red Dog will appear:
Monday, May 2 at 6 p.m. at Headquarters Branch
Wednesday, May 4 at 10 a.m. at Grant's View Branch
Friday, May 6 at 10 a.m. at Grand Glaize Branch
Saturday, May 7 at 10 a.m. at Rock Road Branch
Reservations are not required.
Butterfly Magic with the Fishin' Magicians
Egg. Larva. Pupa. Butterfly. That's magic! The Fishin' Magicians make learning this basic science fun for all ages using magic, puppets and humor.
Join the adventure with them and Pipevine, the caterpillar, as they help kids understand the importance of butterflies and caterpillars in ecosystems.
7 to 9 p.m. Free, but reservations are required by the day of the event. At Powder Valley Conservation Nature Center in Kirkwood. For reservations call 314-301-1500.
Free Clinic Day at the Center for Hearing and Speech
The Center for Hearing and Speech will host free screenings for hearing, vision and speech for children ages 3 and up during Free Clinic Day.
Parents can have questions answered by the Center's Chief Audiologist and Chief Speech-Language Pathologist. There will also be snacks and crafts for kids. 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
To reserve your spot, please call 314-737-5091.
Learn more at hearing-speechstlouis.org
Make Tracks for the Zoo
All ages are invited to participate in this annual fundraiser run/walk that helps support the conservation programs at the Saint Louis Zoo.
Just Like You at the Zoo
Join St. Louis Children's Hospital at the Saint Louis Zoo for activities that teach children why it's important for people - and zoo animals - to take care of their bodies.
At Just Like You at the Zoo, children collect animal cards at four stations throughout the Zoo. After the cards are collected, they win a prize. Register for this event at the north or south entrances of the Zoo.
Just Like You at the Zoo will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on May 22 at the Saint Louis Zoo.
Spring Wild Flower Hike for Families
Explore the Phantom Forest and Bittersweet Woods Conservation areas
during this spring hike for all ages. You'll enjoy the freedom and fun of nature while bonding with your kids during these themed hikes, sponsored by the City of Des Peres and the Lodge of Des Peres.
During this hike, you'll learn how animals in the forest hide in plain site.
4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Storytelling at Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site
Take your kids to hear storytelling at the Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site. Sponsored by the University of Missouri-St. Louis and the 35th Annual St. Louis Storytelling Festival.
2 p.m. Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site in Collinsville.
More information: cahokiamounds.org
There is no admission fee, but a donation is suggested.
May Musical Mondays
Grab lunch at a local restaurant or bring your own and take in a free concert in front of City Hall.
The City of Clayton hosts free concerts on Mondays in May (May 2, 9, 16, 23).
11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
More information: claytonmo.gov
Parent-Child Workshop: Painting: All About Color
Enjoy a fun afternoon exploring color with your child at this parent and child workshop. You'll learn to mix acrylic paints and put color to canvas as you create a family masterpiece together.
Saturday, June 11, 2 to 4:30 p.m. For kids ages 4-7 with a parent or caregiver. Cost is $45.
At Laumeier Sculpture Park. More information: laumeier.org
Free Makerspace Classes for Kids
You won't want to miss this unique opportunity for your kids to take part in free classes at the Saint Louis Science Center's Makerspace.
In April's program, students will work in design teams to develop a new handheld musical instrument. Students will be challenged to design every aspect of their musical instrument, from its shape to the sounds it will make. The design teams will use MIT's Scratch programming language to program their musical instrument, from its shape to the sounds it will make.
National Get Outdoors Day at The Magic House
Play outside at The Magic House! Celebrate National Get Outdoors Day with some good old-fashioned outdoor recreation. Fresh-air fun will fill the museum's front and back yards, promoting health through movement and play.
Nature Detectives Club
Life can be so hectic! Slow down with your family and discover the wonders at Shaw Nature Reserve.
Kids' First Time Fishing
Shaw Nature Reserve is teaming up with the Missouri Department of Conservation to
provide a special fishing experience for first-time or inexperienced young anglers.
Equipment, bait and assistance will be provided. At least one adult should attend for every two children, and fishing is for kids only.
For ages 6 to 12. Cost is $14 per child; $12 per child for members of the Missouri Botanical Garden. Registration is required.
American Girl Doll Event at the Missouri Botanical Garden
Meet Lea Clark, the 2016 American Girl Doll of the Year at the brand new Brookings Exploration Center at the Missouri Botanical Garden.
You'll discover the rainforest in the Climatron, make a craft in the Exploration Center's new PlantLab and then head to the Doris I. Schnuck Children's Garden for a special ice cream treat. Children will receive a bag filled with special goodies, admission to the Children's Garden and ice cream.
2-4 p.m. Admission is $15 for adults (age 13 and up) and $25 for children.
Food Trucks at the St. Charles Soccer Complex
Enjoy fare from 14 food trucks and listen to live music at the St. Charles Soccer Complex.
Families can indulge in delicious food and listen to live music by Matt Wynn at this family event. Bringing your own blanket or lawn chairs is recommended. 5 to 8 p.m.
More information: stcharlesparks.com
Messy Painting Workshop
There are few things little ones love more than getting creative and messy! At this free painting workshop, kids can take part in an entertaining and messy painting session.
Part of the StArt@Your Library series at the St. Louis County Library. For ages 3-6.
Messy Painting will be held:
June 17 at 10 a.m. at the Jamestown Bluffs Branch
June 20 at 10 a.m. at the Eureka Hills Branch
June 20 at 10 a.m. at the Lewis & Clark Branch
Hip-Hoppin'
Kids will be introduced to basic hip-hop dance styles while listening to their favorite Kidz Bop artists at this free workshop.
Part of the StArt@Your Library series at the St. Louis County Library. Presented by STAGES St. Louis. For ages 5-7.
Hip-Hoppin' will be held:
June 13 at 10 a.m. at the Bridgeton Trails Branch
Free, but registration is required. Learn more and register at slcl.org
