Badgers digging in the prairies, otters playing in the rivers, minks hunting in the lowlands - what do they all have in common? Kids will learn how these interesting predators are related and are all considered members of the weasel family.
9:30 to 11 a.m.
At Powder Valley Conservation Nature Center in Kirkwood, near the intersection of I-44 and I-270. Call 314-301-1500 for reservations. Free but reservations are required.
Ike Day, a former librarian for the City of Edwardsville, will lead preschoolers
through a wonderful story telling time in the treehouse at the Watershed Nature Center in Edwardsville. The stories are focused on teaching children about nature through storytelling and exploration.
Take leisurely two-hour hike through the oak hickory forest to see what kind of nature is in the
woods at the World Bird Sanctuary. An expert naturalist will lead you on your hike-where you may see birds, mammals, reptiles and amphibians.
To guide kids and parents alike through the causes and effects of
sports injuries as well as their prevention, Washington University and the St.
Enjoy a free outdoor movie and sing along! Creve Coeur Parks &
Recreation will host a free showing of Frozen - the sing-along version - at the Creve Coeur Golf Course. Festivities include a meet & greet with Elsa and face painting!
Snacks and refreshments will be available at the concession stand.
Festivities begin at 7:30 p.m. and the movie begins at dusk. Free and open to all.
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!
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.
Preschool Storytime is geared to ages 2-5.
The Gateway to Reading program is a parent-child workshop that focuses on strengthening reading skills while engaging in fun, literacy-based activities. Participants will receive a free toolkit of materials to help children in their reading journey.
Bring your little ones, 1-18 months, to Baby Bookworms Storytime to enjoy songs, stories and more.