The National Park Service invites visitors of all ages on a winter adventure to explore the Gateway Arch's renovated "backyard" and connect with nature at the Great Backyard Bird Count. The Great Backyard Bird Count is a worldwide citizen science initiative to create a snapshot of birds all across the globe and answer big picture questions abotu what's happening to bird populations over time.
The event features special programs focusing on birds and their life cycles, the importance of citizen science and bird watching and the Mississippi River. Bird watching and bird counting opportunities will be available.
9 a.m. to noon at the Gateway Arch National Park. Free. For all ages. More information: gatewayarch.com
The Saint Louis Science Center has expanded its Preschool Science Series to include new offerings for different age groups of young scientists. Storybook STEM is for ages 3 to 5.
Little Red Hen Play Dates are a wonderful way for children ages 0-6 and their caregivers to experience the magic of Waldorf Early Childhood Education. You and your child will bake bread — a weekly occurrence in the Waldorf School's Early Childhood Program — listen to stories; join in a circle time filled with songs, rhymes, and movement; and explore the outdoors in the mini meadow.
Bring your babies and toddlers to this free story time at the Missouri History Museum.
Storytelling in the Museum is an in-person storytelling event happening at 10:30 a.m. at the Missouri History Museum. This event, perfect for the preschool set, features engaging stories with themes like Juneteenth, Sweet Treats, Summer and more. Storytelling in the Museum is free.
LEGO Club at the St. Louis County Library is a free opportunity for kids to gather and have fun building with LEGO bricks. LEGOs are provided.