Kids can get up close to live nocturnal animals at this free workshop with experts from the Saint Louis Zoo. Kids will immerse themselves in nature at night and learn which animals are nocturnal and diurnal. Free. For ages 5-10. Registration is required. Presented by the Saint Louis Zoo at the following branches of the St. Louis County Library:
September 12 at 4 p.m at the Grant's View Branch
September 19 at 2 p.m. at the Natural Bridge Branch
More information and to register: slcl.org
March brings a very special kind of tropical madness to the Butterfly House in Faust Park! Thousands of breathtaking Blue Morpho butterflies take up residence to welcome spring.
At this free art program for ages 3-6 the focus is on the process of making art rather than the finished product. Dress to get messy!
See the amazing sea lions at the Saint Louis Zoo perform for the crowd and cheer them on from the bleachers as the popular Sea Lion Spring Training Shows return. You'll see these beautiful animals perform flipper walks, ball balancing, Olympic-style dives on a high-diving platform, lots of splashing and even more surprises!
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.
Meet up in Forest Park for a fun storytime followed by nature adventures! These free story times are open to children of all ages and their caregivers.