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Join the Nine Network and PBS KIDS at The Magic House to celebrate the opening of the newest exhibit: Splash and Bubbles: Dive In, Lend a Fin!. Kids can meet and have their photo take with Splash and Bubbles from the show, dance to the rhythm of the reef with singer-songwriter Celia, and learn how they can help protect our one big ocean!

The Saint Louis Zoo will will host the Big Eyes, Big Minds International Children's Film Festival of St. Louis, showcasing the best films from around the world to educate, enrich and inspire kids ages 1 to 16. All programs feature age-appropriate live-action and animated short films which are universally relevant to kids.

Bring your kids to Shaw Park in Clayton for this special Bunny Hop. There will be lots of eggs to gather in your basket, crafts, and a visit with the very special guest, Mr. Bunny. 

Parents and families looking for inclusive summer camps and summer programs for kids with disabilities are invited to attend this Summer Opportunities Fair coordinated by the Special School District of St. Louis County and the Recreation Council of Greater St. Louis.

Kids can make their own festive Mardi Gras mask using feathers, glitter, paint and gemstones, then feast on a King cupcake with their friends at this Mardi Gras Craft Party at Yucandu Art Studio. 

There is no better way to show your love for your little ones than to spend some quality time having fun together. Heartfelt Adventures includes free enrichment learning activities for preschoolers and their grownups, including stories, music, movement, sensory exploration and art. 

Come to Brentwood Ice Rink for a Super St. Patty's Day Skate. There will be live music and if you wear green, you'll get free skate rental.

Enjoy the world's largest costumed pet parade, a family friendly part of St. Louis' Soulard Mardi Gras celebration. See adorable pet in amusing and whimsical costumes, or dress up your own pooch and participate.

Head to the National Blues Museum for Blues Kids Boogie and a family Mardi Gras Party! This event includes live music, scavenger hunts, story time, hands-on activities and crafts. There will also be a musical petting zoo! 

Kids Corner at the Field House Museum includes fun activities for kids, and a tour of the museum. Each month there is a new theme. 

Winter is a wonderful time to look for animal signs. If not in the snow, then in wet mud. This nature program, for ages 6-12, takes kids on a short hike to look for tracks, scat and more. 

It's never to early to learn about the world around us. Infants and toddlers learn about nature at this indoor-outdoor program sponsored by the Missouri Department of Conservation.

After listening to a story about Clifford, children will sort the Big Red Dog's belongings to discover simple math concepts of counting and size order. This free workshop is for ages 3-5. 

Drop off the kids for an evening of creativity while you enjoy the night out! 

Kids ages 6-11 can learn how to draw cartoon monsters starting from shapes and finding inspiration from animals.

The Brothers Grimm hit the stage with Into The Woods, an epic fairytale about wishes, family and the choices we make. James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim take everyone's favorite storybook characters and bring them together for a timeless, and relevant, piece. 

Did you know the Easter Bunny’s favorite meal is scrambled Easter eggs with a side of fresh fruit? Join the Bunny for breakfast at Eckert’s Country Restaurant from 8 a.m. until 11 a.m.

Have your family play the role of secret agents to crack the case! Spend time together enjoying games and activities that challenge you to solve a range of mysteries. 

Kids can meet a variety of living beetles from The Butterfly House and learn interesting facts about them while practicing their observation skills. Participants will also paint three rocks with a beetle and take the rocks home to add to their garden.