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A St. Louis Dad’s Invention Keeps Kids Safer in Their Car Seats

When my daughters were babies, the thought of accidentally leaving them in the car could send me into a panic. After dropping them off at daycare, I’d pat their seats obsessively to be sure I’d taken them inside.

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Camp Ferguson Continues to Drive Big Change in the Great Outdoors

Sleepaway camp is something all kids should experience at least once in their young lives. Where they can gaze at a sunset instead of a smartphone, sit around a campfire instead of a computer, and build lifelong friendships with their fellow campers. 

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Mission: Mars Opens

Explore Mars in two very different but amazingly real ways at the Saint Louis Science Center. Mission: Mars exhibits, opening today, will span across Interstate 64/40 from the main Science Center building to the James S. McDonnel Planetarium in Forest Park.

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Ugandan Kids Choir Concert

Enjoy a free concert by the Ugandan Kids Choir at the St. Louis County Library. After the performance, members of the choir will participate in a cultural exchange with members of the audience. 

Sponsored by the St. Louis County Library and Childcare Worldwide.

6 p.m. at the St. Louis County Library, Florissant Valley Branch. 

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SLIFF/Kids Family Films Open a World of Movies to St. Louis' Youngest Fans

Contrary to what your kids might think, there is life outside of Arendelle and Radiator Springs.

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Spooktacular Kindergarten Fair

Parents are invited to attend the Spooktacular Kindergarten Fair to learn about Charter School opportunities in St. Louis. Bring your kids in costume for trick or treating while you learn about kindergarten options. 

Schools represented include: The Biome School, St. Louis Language Immersion Schools, Confluence Charter Schools, City Garden Montessori, Gateway Science Academy, Lafayette Preparatory Academy, EAGLE College Prep and more. 

At Tower Grove Park, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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Pregnant? AAP Says Put Down That Glass of Wine

When it comes to drinking during pregnancy, mothers-to-be have gotten some pretty mixed messages over the years.

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8 Essential Events for St. Louis Families in November

We’re headed into the winter season here in St. Louis, but even though the temperatures are dropping, there are still lots of great events (both indoors and out) for local families to enjoy.

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At Kings, Queens & Castles, Kids Become the Chess Game

When it comes to teaching your kids the game of chess, you could introduce it hunched over a game table for hours, discussing strategy with antsy little ones whose attention spans are short as they are. Or, you could truly immerse them by taking them inside the game, where they can learn the finer points of competition through make-believe play and plot out their winning moves on a giant chess board.

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Kings, Queens & Castles Opens at the World Chess Hall of Fame

Bring your family to the new Kings, Queens & Castles exhibition at the World Chess Hall of Fame. Created in collaboration with The Magic House, this innovative, interactive family exhibit brings the game of chess to life and provides an engaging introduction to individual chess pieces and game strategy. The exhibit features an array of hands-on elements. A drawbridge leading to a castle greets guests, a dress-up station transforms children into royalty, and life-sized chess pieces with cutouts for faces make for great photos! Learn more at worldchesshof.org.

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Arch 50 Fest

Celebrate the 50th birthday of the Gateway Arch at the Arch 50 Festival. The day long, free celebration will include children's activities, food and drink vendors and live music throughout the day.  The celebration culminates in a world-class fireworks display showcasing the Arch.

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Variety Children's Theatre Presents Mary Poppins

Boasting a cast of St. Louis' top theatrical talents and a children's ensemble featuring kids of all ability levels, Mary Poppins, presented by Variety Children's Theatre, is a musical adventure for the whole family. Arrive early for photo opps with Mary Poppins herself.

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Tales of Shakespeare

Take a journey through the eyes of a few of Shakespeare's most adventurous characters. Magic and mischief will follow you as his exciting stories unfold before your eyes and ears.

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Peter and the Wolf

Relive some of your favorite childhood fairy tales at the St. Louis Symphony's performance of Peter and the Wolf. This timeless classic about Peter and his animal friends (and foes) is set to music is enhanced with actors and projected visuals.

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Every Child Deserves a Place to Play: The Story of Kade's Playground

When the City of Herculaneum first considered building a playground in their small town, they were planning to go the traditional route: swings, slides, tunnels, all of the usual suspects.

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Garden Glow at the Missouri Botanical Garden

More than a million lights will illuminate some of the Missouri Botanical Garden's most iconic locations, walkways will be transformed into sensory light tunnels providing an explosion of visual magic, and traditional candlelight village displays, festive drinks, s'mores and great photo opportunities will delight crowds of all ages.

 

 

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Wee Weekend at the Saint Louis Art Museum
Friday, November 21, 2025
Saturday, November 22, 2025

Preschoolers can learn, play, explore and grow at the Saint Louis Art Museum's Wee Weekend program for its youngest visitors. Join in on the adventure as your little one discovers new ways of interacting with art and each other. 

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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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The St. Louis Children’s Choirs Give Every Singer the Chance to Shine on Stage

Something beautiful happens every time a child performs their favorite song. Even if they stumble over a lyric or tumble off key, the joy they find in exploring their musical journey can be felt by those lucky enough to listen. When hundreds of these young voices come together on one stage, that’s when something truly magical happens.

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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!).

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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.

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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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