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The Elves and the Shoemaker

There's no business like shoe business! Come see a live performance by the Imaginary Theater Company about a kindly cobbler whose good deed is rewarded with the help of magical elves. Based on the tale by the Brothers Grimm, this heartwarming holiday story is a reminder that with kindness and hope, anything is possible.

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Nite of Lights Give and Glow Celebration

Grant's Trail in the Gravois Greenway will be illuminated for the third annual Crestwood Nite of Lights: Give and Glow Celebration. Bring your friends and family to see the greenway lit by luminaries between Big Bend and Watson Road.

The celebration also includes bonfires, tours of the historic Sappington House, complimentary hot chocolate, spiced cider, cookies and live music.

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Kids Movie Day

Kids can take a break from the cold and enjoy a movie on the big screen. There will be pizza, lemonade and snacks before they sit down to watch Big Hero 6. For ages 7-13. Registration is required.

$10 per child for Kirkwood residents and $12 per child for non-residents. At the Kirkwood Community Center. 

More information: kirkwoodmo.org

 

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Winter Wonder Walk at Tilles Park

Take a wintery walk through more than one million lights at beautiful Tilles Park at this annual evening event presented by St. Louis County Parks. 

Strollers and wagons are permitted, and food trucks will be on hand for food and beverage purchases. Santa arrives at 8:45 p.m. 

Admission is $5 per person. Limited time slots are available and advance tickets are required. Tickets and more information: stlouisco.com

 

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Family Sunday at the Saint Louis Art Museum
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Families are invited to the Saint Louis Art Museum on Sunday afternoon to participate in free hands-on art activities with fun themes and to explore the galleries. Each Family Sunday focuses on a different family-friendly theme. 

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Sea Lion Shows at the Saint Louis Zoo

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.

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