St. Louis County
Movie in Bluebird Park
Have fun in Bluebird Park and catch a free movie with your kids. There will also be food trucks on hand.
June 24: Jurassic World. 8:45 p.m. (or dark)
Sept. 30: Hotel Transylvania 2. 7 p.m.
Free. in Bluebird Park, Ellisville.
More information: ellisville.mo.us
Getting Antsy
What kind of animal eats more insects than birds? What moves more dirt around than earthworms? What lives an even more structured social life than bees? Hint: it has 6 legs and lives underground.
It’s the ant! In this program kids will discover more about ants and their astonishing variety of lifestyles. For ages 6 and up.
9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Free. At Powder Valley Conservation Nature Center. Reservations are required.
More information and reservations: mdc.mo.gov
Summer Reading Kick-Off Party
Start summer with an extravaganza of fun for the whole family and kick off a summer of reading at the same time.
The St. Louis County Library is holding Summer Reading Kick-Off Parties at four branches during the first week of June. Parties will include snow cones, face painting, a climbing walls and lots more. All activities are free.
1-4 p.m. at the following branches:
June 1: Grant's View Branch.
June 2: Daniel Boone Branch.
June 3: Florissant Valley Branch.
June 4: Headquarters Branch.
Shrek the Musical Jr.
In Shrek the Musical Jr., follow the adventures of an ogre who sets off on a quest to save a princess from a dragon. However, it turns out that to succeed, Shrek must battle an even bigger obstacle: learning how to believe in himself and open his heart to others.
This very family-friendly performance is presented by COCA.
Two performances: Friday, June 24 at 7 p.m. and Saturday, June 25 at 1 p.m. Tickets are $6 to $10.
More information and tickets: cocastl.org
Teen Pizza + Art Night
Teens can enjoy an evening of creative expression with other teens who love to make art.
Teen Pizza + Art Night gives teenagers the opportunity to assemble, construct and experiment with unusual materials while they collaborate with their peers. All materials, food and beverages are provided.
A Laumeier Sculpture Park in the Kranzberg Education Lab. For ages 13-17. Cost is $20.
7 to 9:30 p.m. For more information and to register: laumeier.org
Free Family Night Swim and Canned Food Drive
Bring your whole family to The Lodge Des Peres for a free night of swimming, games, a live DJ and fun giveaways.
Have fun in the outdoor pool at this free event. Membership is not required. A donation of two canned food items per person is suggested. All food items will be donated to Circle of Concern.
5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at The Lodge Des Peres.
More information: desperesmo.org
Sandcastle Creations
World-champion sand sculptor Dan Belcher shares tips and techniques on the art of sand sculpting at the site of his latest
masterpiece, the 75-ton sandcastle on the shores of Sandcastle Beach at The Magic House.
Kids can learn how to create their own "sandsational" sculpture using only sand and water.
June 4 from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and June 5 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Free with regular admission.
