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Let's Talk Turkey
From almost zero to half a million! The road to recovery for Missouri turkeys was a long and tough journey. Walk in the woods today and see turkey tracks or scat, but it wasn’t always that way. Celebrate the return of the wild turkey with stories, games, activities, and crafts to learn about these interesting and unique birds.
Then go outside and look for turkeys or their signs. 9:30 to 11 a.m. For ages 6 and up.
Free. At Powder Valley Conservation Nature Center, 11715 Cragwold Road in Kirkwood, near the intersection of I-44 and I-270.
Technology Tools to Keep Students Organized
In today's world, students can access more information than ever before, yet research
and organization can be overwhelming and stressful. With the technologies available today, however, getting your student organized can also be easier than ever.
Afflicted: Daughters of Salem
Meet the Mean Girls of Salem . . . Deep in the dark woods of Puritan New England,
a clique of teenage girls make decisions that result in 20 executions, making them the most hated girls in history. Metro Theater Company and the Missouri History Museum present Afflicted: Daughters of Salem, a play inspired by the girls who forever established the legacy of Salem.
Chinese Lantern Festival
The Lantern Festival is a yearly tradition in China, culminating in the Chinese
New Year Celebration. With the help of the St. Louis Modern Chinese School and the Chinese Culture and Education Services, the magic of the Lantern Festival is coming to The Magic House.
Legendary Talent Show
Cheer Legendz presents its annual Legendary Talent Show on March 7. This popular event features singers, musicians, dancers, magicians, comedians and various other performers.
Entrants are welcome to register in advance to perform. There is a $20 fee per performance. Acts must be 3 minutes of less and be suitable for family audiences. All ages are welcome and the competition is open to all.
Admission to the show is $5 at the door (cash only). At Cheer Legendz in the Chesterfield Valley.
Journey to Space Launches at the Saint Louis Science Center
On March 13, a new film, Journey to Space, launches at the Saint Louis Science Center.
Hats Off to Dr. Seuss Party
Preschoolers can celebrate the birthday of Dr. Seuss at this party designed just for the little ones. There will be Dr. Seuss crafts and activities, reading and a snack. For ages 3-5.
Cost is $10 per child. Adults are free. Pre-registration is required.
10 to 11:30 a.m. More information and registration: fentonmo.org
Engineering Career Day
As part of National Engineers' Week, the Saint Louis Science Center is hosting Engineering Career Day. Teens, children and their families can check our formula racing cars, local robotics creations and other exciting hands-on activities and demonstrations from local engineering companies, colleges and organizations.
Free. More information: slsc.org
Painting for Peace in Ferguson Children's Book Launch
Author Carol Swartout Klein will be autographing and selling the 
paperback of her book Painting for Peace in Ferguson.
The 48-page children’s book will be available for $15.95.
Backyard Bird Festival
The St. Louis Audubon Society hosts this festival that includes activities for kids, bird walks, information tables, and workshops about birds in our backyards.
Free. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Forest Park Visitor and Education Center.
More information: forestparkforever.org
Storytelling at the Museum: Cowboys and Cowgirls
Little ones can saddle up and hear stories about the wild, wild west!
Storytelling at the Museum engages the youngest visitors and their families in historic objects and introduces them to a museum setting in a really fun way using traditional and contemporary story books. Children will also enjoy hands-on crafts and other activities.
Family Film Day at the Missouri History Museum
Visit the Missouri History Museum with your kids and enjoy a free movie in front of a big screen. You'll also enjoy some light snacks.
Scheduled films include:
Feb. 14: Shrek
March 7: An American Tale
Movies begin at 12:30 p.m. Admission is free.
More information: mohistory.org
Humpback Whales Opens at the Saint Louis Science Center
Their songs captured our hearts and their story will inspire you forever. An extraordinary journey into the mysterious world of one of nature's most awe-inspiring marine mammals, Humpback Whales takes audiences to Alaska, Hawaii and the remote islands of Tonga for an up-close look at how these whales communicate, sing, feed, play and take care of their young.
