Learn about the 23 species of vultures in the world, 14 of which are currently threatened, at International Vulture Awareness Day at the Saint Louis Zoo.
Family activities take place outside the Bird House from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., where you'll learn how vultures catch their prey, compare your "armspan" with the wingspan of a vulture, hear keeper chats and observe the birds as they receive enrichment from keepers, stop by the "vulture restaurant" to see what raptors eat at the Zoo, take a selfie in the life-size vulture nest and more. Activities are free. Zoo admission is free.
More information: stlzoo.org
Photo: Saint Louis Zoo
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!