Online Chess Classes with the Saint Louis Chess Club

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Chess classes are the perfect way to introduce the game of chess to new students, deepen understanding of the game for established players, or offer intensive instruction for aspiring chess masters. Grandmaster instructors provide daily lessons, puzzles, and play to help guide students through each session. Online classes are being offered right now for all ages!

Instruction offers a solid, basic foundation, emphasizing the fundamental skills needed to begin a lifetime of learning in chess.

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Things to Do

Open Gym at Miss Kelly's Gym

Kids can work on existing gym skills, learn new skills or just play around during Open Gym at Miss Kelly's Gym. Space is limited to 10 kids per session. Reservations are strongly encouraged.

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Planetarium Shows at the James S. McDonnell Planetarium in Forest Park

Visit the James S. McDonnell Planetarium in Forest Park and see a star show to experience the largest artificial sky in the Western Hemisphere. Star shows are lead LIVE by one of the Planetarium's educators, creating a new and tailored experience for every audience.

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Family Wheel Throwing

Saturday, January 16, 2021

Learn the basics of wheel throwing as a team! Work beside a family member to each create one wheel-thrown pottery piece following an instructor demonstration.

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Weekend Play Time by Reservation at Play Street Museum

Saturday, January 16, 2021

Saturday, January 23, 2021

Saturday, January 30, 2021

Grab a spot for Weekend Play Time by Reservation at Play Street Museum in St. Charles. Kids and families can explore the museum during these special weekend hours. Playtime will be by reservation only to limit the number of occupants in the building at one time. Play is offered in 90 minute sessions and occupancy will be limited during each session.

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Private Playtime at The Magic House and The Magic House MADE for Kids

Saturday, January 16, 2021

The Magic House is offering the opportunity to enjoy private playtime in a special exhibit area of The Magic House or MADE for Kids before opening to the public! You choose the location and up to 10 family members or friends to enjoy your private morning. Stay and play after in the rest of the museum. Reservations must be made in advance.

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Pre-registration is required. Register for a designated time, and, upon arrival, drive to the green screen photo area, which will be clearly marked. You'll receive your printed keepsake photo on the spot, and Purina Farms will send you a digital version to print and share. On the way out, pick up your special care package including a dessert box for you and treats for your pet. LEARN MORE AND REGISTER AT PURINAFARMS.COM

The Saint Louis Chess Club's Digital Classroom offers chess instruction for grades K-12 in an exciting and fun virtual learning space! The virtual classroom portal provides students, teachers, parents, and school administrators with the resources they need to develop or improve their scholastic chess endeavors online. Through the Digital Classroom space, students will be able to engage with scholastic certified chess instructors, connect with other students, build chess skills using Saint Louis Chess Club's curriculum, choose from multiple learning styles and classroom experiences, play in online tournaments with peers and have fun learning chess while increasing critical thinking, cognitive development, and memory. Professional instruction ranges from beginner, intermediate, and advanced play. Visit saintlouischessclub.org to learn more!

Plan your visit to Snow Town, an outdoor adventure at The Magic House! Snow Town features a Snowball Carnival, with whimsical winter outdoor games, a variety of snowball-themed carnival booths, snowball putt putt and lots more! This completely outdoor experience is SNOW much fun! Snow Town is free with admission to The Magic House, or, if you'd like to exclusively visit this outdoor experience admission is $5 per person for 30 minutes of fun. Reservations are required. Snow Town is open daily through February 28 during Magic House hours. Learn more and make reservations at magichouse.org

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