St. Louis County

Spend a fun afternoon celebrating Father's Day on this family Father's Day Float down the Meramec River with lunch at Castlewood State Park.

The float begins at Sherman Beach park at 8:30 a.m. The canoe, paddles, floatation devices and lunch are all included. Sponsored by the City of Ballwin.

More information and to register: ballwinmo.us

Expect the world to change this June as Lifelight Theatre brings everyone's favorite practically perfect nanny to the stage in this supercalifragilisticexpialidocious musical adventure.

Learn about St. Louis' newest high school for students with learning disabilities at this informational meeting. Miriam Academy, which will begin with an inaugural 9th grade class in the fall of 2016, will educate high school students with learning challenges in an environment designed to help them excel.

You're welcome to explore the new, 8,000 square-foot early childhood playground designed for children of all abilities at this free open play day and open house.

The playground includes play structures for preschoolers and toddlers, an infant-toddler area, a garden space with a watering area, a water feature for infants and toddlers and a drinking fountain. Little ones can also explore nature, music, art, sensory and dramatic play components. All area are designed so that children with disabilities can participate right along with typically developing children. 

Game on! Your pint-sized athlete can go for the gold at The Kids Games, an Olympic-themed event at The Magic House. 

Kids compete in Olympic-style track and field events at The Kids Games. All competitors will get to decorate their very oen bib number and will receive a commemorative t-shirt. 

In honor of their victory, all athletes will be presented with a medal. Registration is required for this event!

The Magic House's popular international traveling exhibit, Future Play: Art + Technology is in its final weekend.

Kick off the summer at this free celebration featuring barbecue food trucks, games and entertainment for kids and live music.

Happening on Central Avenue in Clayton, the Summer Kickoff includes music by Queens Boulevard, kids' activities, including a hula hooper, balloon artist, fire performer and cowboy, and food trucks featuring barbecue fare.

5-9 p.m. along Central Avenue in Clayton. More information: claytonmo.gov