Kids can bring out their inner sculptors and learn how to twist the basic balloon dog, a simple balloon hat, a huge octopus and more at this free workshop led by the pros at Circus Kaput. Kids will take home their creations and show off their work. For ages 8-12. Free, but registration is required.
Balloon Twisting Workshop will be held at the following branches of the St. Louis County Library:
October 13 at 10 a.m. at the Samuel Sachs Branch
October 16 at 6 p.m. at the Jamestown Bluffs Branch
October 27 at 2 p.m. at the Oak Bend Branch
November 8 at 6:30 p.m. at the Indian Trails Branch
November 17 at 10 a.m. at the Eureka Hills Branch
November 19 at 4:30 p.m. at the Prairie Commons Branch
More information and to register: slcl.org
There are more than strawberries (but plenty of those too) at this festival! Kids can enjoy carnival rides, a petting farm, wagon rides, the children's playground and lots more.
Kids can work on existing gym skills, learn new skills or just play around during Open Gym at Miss Kelly's Gym. Reservations are not necessary.
Don't be late for this very important date! the Fancy Tea Party at the Butterfly House will have you feeling fancy and acting silly while celebrating mommies, grammies and aunties. Bring your kiddos to enjoy tasty treats, delightful drinks, fun crafts and more.
See the Zoo's California sea lions perform acrobatic and athletic feats, including Olympic-style dives on a high-diving platform, flipper walks, frisbee tosses and plenty of surprises. While on stage with the sea lions, the Zoo's trainers explain sea lion behavior and positive-reinforcement training, in addition to the need for conserving the sea lion's ocean habitat.
At Free Family Saturdays at Craft Alliance, families create together in each of the Craft Alliance studios, exploring clay, fiber, metals and graphic arts. These free workshops are led by professional artists and are for families with kids ages 5 and up. They are open to the public and all family structures are welcome. Please dress for a fun and sometimes messy art experience!