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Spooktacular Family Fun Days at Marcus Theatres

Enjoy free crafts, kids' activities and snacks, and wear your costumes.

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Game-A-Thon at The Magic House @ MADE

Kids ages 14 and under are invited to join the team from Bloxels for The Magic House @ MADE's first ever Game-A-Thon.

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Free Family Day at Laumeier Sculpture Park

Activities are designed to be simple enough for ages 4 and up to enjoy, yet complex enough that more experienced young artists can take their projects to another level.

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Shaw Pumpkin Glow and Children's Costume Parade

Enjoy a children's costume parade, a Halloween movie, crafts and pumpkin decorating at the 2019 Shaw Neighborhood Pumpkin Glow and Children's Costume Parade.

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Family Day at Oktoberfest St. Louis at the Circus Flora Big Top

Family Day Oktoberfest includes performances by Circus Flora and Metro Theater Company, magical activities provided by The Magic House, dog-friendly fun with pet-related activities for kids from Purina, a children's tent with cookie decorating, a petting zoo, arts & crafts, live music, coloring, lawn games for the whole family, and lots more.

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Disney's Enchanted Tales Series at Marcus Theatre

With school back in full swing, plan a fun escape to Marcus Theatres for Disney's Enchanted Tales Film Series! On Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays through September 29, head to Marcus Theatres in Chesterfield, Des Peres, O'Fallon, Mo., Ronnie's in South County and St. Charles for an amazing line-up featuring Cinderella, Peter Pan and The Little Mermaid.

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Monster Mash Trunk or Treat with the Wentzville Firefighters

Wear your costumes for this Monster Mash Trunk or Treat for the whole family. Activities include trick-or-treating, the Bubble Bus, face painting, free pumpkins to take home for kids ages 14 and younger, games, and more.

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Open Gym at Miss Kelly's Gym in Creve Coeur

Saturday, January 11, 2025

Kids can work on existing gym skills, learn new skills or just play around during Open Gym at Miss Kelly's Gym in Creve Coeur.

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

Saturday, January 11, 2025

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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Preschool Science: Science Tots at the Saint Louis Science Center

Saturday, January 11, 2025

Thursday, January 23, 2025

Science Tots is designed for children ages 18 to 36 months. The class provides opportunities to support brain development and learning. Toddlers and their grown-ups will explore STEM topics through songs, stories, hands-on exploration and play.

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Winter Open House at The Waldorf School of St. Louis

Saturday, January 11, 2025

Attend the Winter Open House at the Waldorf School of St. Louis for a detailed look into what it is like to be a student at the school. Participate in an Early Childhood circle time, and attend a social studies class led by the Grades' teachers and more! This is your chance to meet WSSL teachers and learn more about their training, methodologies, and commitment to supporting each student’s unique educational journey.

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Science Storytime at the Saint Louis Science Center

Saturday, January 11, 2025

Sunday, January 12, 2025

Saturday, January 18, 2025

Young visitors and their families are invited to the Life Science Lab Classroom at the Saint Louis Science Center to enjoy interactive read-alouds of science-themed picture books. Story times are followed by a short demonstration or discussion connected to the book's main concepts.

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Welcome 2025 at one of these New Year's Eve Celebrations for Families in St. Louis

Who says you have to stay up late to ring in the new year? Kids can make some noise and welcome 2025 at these daytime and early evening celebrations designed just for young partygoers.

Want Your Kids to Learn? Teach Them It’s Okay to Make Mistakes

It’s normal for parents to want to protect their children from failure. It’s also normal to want them to achieve, win, and do their best. But here’s the awful truth. We don’t learn anything new without making mistakes. I’ll say it again. Making mistakes is a crucial step in learning. If we’re fearful of making mistakes, learning comes to a screeching halt.

Spring Break Camps Offer a Variety of Activities for Kids and Teens in St. Louis

Excitement is building for summer and the wide variety of summer camp experiences available for kids in the St. Louis metro area. But first! Spring break is around the corner, and there are plenty of Spring Break camps enrolling soon (or even now).

Winter Break Camps Offer School Break Fun for Your Kids

Winter Break Camps offer your kids a fun way to spend their break from school! They'll participate in engaging activities that will make their school break memorable. We rounded up some fantastic options for Winter Break Camps for kids of all ages. Sign up soon! Many camps fill fast.

7 Signs Your Kids Are Ready For Their First Sleepaway Camp

It’s time to decide whether to send your kids to sleepaway camp, but how do you know that's the right thing to do? How can you tell whether your kids are ready for their first extended stay away from home? Here are 7 important signs that experts say should inform your decision.

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Bring your family to Cardinals Nation Restaurant on select Wednesday nights for Family Night with Fredbird! Meet Fredbird from 6:30-7:30 p.m., play games and win prizes! Kids eat FREE per adult meal purchased from 5 to 9 p.m. (Dine-in only, for kids 12 and under) Meet Fredbird from 6:30-7:30 p.m., play games and win prizes!

For more information and reservations: cardinalsnation.com

Explore what makes Waldorf education extraordinary. Attend the Winter Open House at the Waldorf School of St. Louis for a chance to visit the classrooms, talk with teachers, get a glimpse into what makes Waldorf Education stand apart and discover the Waldorf commitment to supporting each student's unique educational journey. See firsthand how Waldorf addresses the whole child—mind, body, and soul—with intention, meeting each child in their developmental stage. With a 101-year proven track record, Waldorf education is among the fastest-growing academic methods in the world. R.S.V.P. to the Winter Open House on Saturday, January 11, to experience what it is like to be a Waldorf Kid. For more, visit waldorfstl.org

Join The College School in Webster Groves for upcoming admissions events. Explore classrooms, meet expert faculty, and learn all about the benefits of experiential learning for Preschool through Eighth Grade. An Admissions Quick Tour is set for January 10, with an Early Childhood Open House on January 25 from 9 - 10:30 a.m., and Middle School Open House on February 25. Learn more and register at thecollegeschool.org.

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