Gather at the west end of Tower Grove Park to enjoy a family movie and fun activities for all ages. Fun, educational, hands-on activities for kids will relate to the theme of the movie. All activities are free.
July 15: A Bug's Life. Activities begin at 6:30 p.m. with the U.S. Forest Service, The Butterfly House, the Missouri Department of Conservation, Great Rivers Greenway, St. Louis Wildlife Project and others, including a storytime from the St. Louis Public Library at 7 p.m. The movie, A Bug's Life, begins at 8 p.m. sharp. Food will be available for purchase from Vine & Dash and popsicles from Pete's Pops.
August 12: Over the Hedge. Activities begin at 6:30 p.m. with the U.S. Forest Service, The Butterfly House, the Missouri Department of Conservation, Great Rivers Greenway, and a raptor show from the World Bird Sanctuary. The movie, Over the Hedge, begins at 8 p.m. sharp. Food will be available for purchase from Vine & Dash and popsicles from Pete's Pops.
Activities and the movie are free. More information: towergrovepark.org
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.
Stop in and have some fun in the indoor pool at the Lodge of Des Peres with your little one at this drop-in swim time for kids up to age 6. No pre-registration is needed; Water Waddlers is open to residents and non-residents of Des Peres.
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.
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.