Who says New Year's Eve celebrations are just for adults? Under adult supervision, children ages 8-13 can have the time of their lives swimming, ice skating, seeing a balloon drop at midnight, and participating in other planned activities at the Rec Plex in St. Peters. Kids will have a safe and enjoyable environment for having fun so parents can have a night out. The New Year's Eve Lock-In begins at 7 p.m. on Dec. 31 and pick up is at 7 a.m. on Jan. 1.
Advance registration is required. Cost varies according to membership and residency.
More information and registration: stpetersmo.net
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.