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PlantTech Jam features hands-on science, tinkering and robotics fun for the whole family. This free event, open to all ages, includes science innovation and technology related activities and a chance to learn more about the Danforth Center through a behind-the-scenes tour of the scientific facilities and prairie.

Catch a movie or two at the Saint Louis Science Center's OMNIMAX Theater, where films are shown featuring the IMAX with Laser. This state-of-the-art theater provides the sharpest images, unmatched sound quality and 40% greater color range than traditional theaters. The five-story, 80-foot-diameter dome will fill your entire field of vision providing a truly immersive experience. 

The Rep STL and its Imaginary Theatre Company present James and the Giant Peach, one of two performances for young audiences in May.

This is your chance for your child to meet one of their favorite book characters!

Enjoy lots of fun activities to celebrate Children's Book Week at the St. Louis County Library. Library branches across the county will hold special events featuring your kids' favorite costume characters like Curious George, scavenger hunts, opportunities to make book-inspired crafts, themed parties and lots more. All events are free. 

Enjoy a fun, energetic and interactive musical show from one of St. Louis' favorite children's entertainers: Babaloo!

Join the celebration in Forest Park to kick off Spring at the Steinberg Skating Rink. The Spring Festival at Steinberg includes activities for all ages, including outdoor roller skating, kids' activities, vendors, a make-a-Mother's-Day-card station, music, contests and more in a beautiful setting in Forest Park. The Starlight Cafe will be open, and there will be local vendors as well.

Kids will measure, mix and stir a magical batch of unicorn slime! This event is perfect for children of all ages, and playtime is included. Little ones will take away a souvenir too!

Kids who love to fish or just want to try it out are invited to participate in the Chesterfield Fishing Derby at Central Park Lake. Registration is required.

Calling all gamers! You're invited to Unleashing Potential's GAME JAM! Gamers of all ages are invited. This is a friendly competition for participants to make and showcase games centered around a theme. It will be a fun challenge where learners can practice their game development skills. There will be a fully stocked breakfast bar too!

Celebrate the arrival of Spring at this family-friendly Community Day series Spring Fling at Tower Grove Park. There will be a variety of hands-on activities for all ages and live entertainment for the whole family.

Kids in grades kindergarten through 5th grade will love making a surprise Mother's Day gift just as much as you'll love receiving it.

Join the Missouri Botanical Garden on June 17 for Great Green Adventures: Interesting Insects and find out what insects call the Garden home.

What do senses tell you? Kids will learn to let their senses guide them on a walk through the Sensory Garden at this month's Great Green Adventures. 

Join the Missouri Botanical Garden on May 20 for Great Green Adventures: Woodland Wonders and investigate the English Garden while searching high and low for leaves of all shapes and colors.

Your preschooler can stack 'em up and knock 'em down! They'll explore their inner artist as they explore the third dimension with a variety of blocks at this free workshop.

Welcome to Chickentopia at Purina Farms! Bring your kids to see the chickens enjoying their egg-stravagant new playground as Purina Farms opens for the 2023 season.

Celebrate National Kids to Parks Day at the First Missouri State Historic Site's annual Historical Children's Festival, where you can experience life and play as children did in the 1820s.

At Artistic Animals, kids will learn the ways that animals display their artistic talents and make some animal-themed crafts to take home. This free workshop is for ages 6-10. Registration is required.