activities for kids in St. Louis

Kick it for Charity

Event Date: 
Sun, 06/26/2011
ValleyPalooza is hosting its first ever co-ed kickball tournament for kids and adults to support neighborhood development.

ValleyPalooza is hosting its first ever co-ed kickball tournament to support neighborhood development. The tournament is open to everyone. Adult teams are scheduled to play on Saturday, June 25, and the childrens’ teams are scheduled to play on Sunday, June 26. Saturday’s adult tournament will feature cold beverages and great BBQ along with entertainment.  

Kick it for Charity

Event Date: 
Sat, 06/25/2011
ValleyPalooza is hosting its first ever co-ed kickball tournament for kids and adults to support neighborhood development.

ValleyPalooza is hosting its first ever co-ed kickball tournament to support neighborhood development. The tournament is open to everyone. Adult teams are scheduled to play on Saturday, June 25, and the childrens’ teams are scheduled to play on Sunday, June 26. Saturday’s adult tournament will feature cold beverages and great BBQ along with entertainment.  

Hop on Some Fun With a Hayride

Hayrides always remind me of brisk fall evening, crackling campfires and s’mores. But you don’t have to wait until the fall to enjoy a hayride with your family. Several rides (some with hay, some without) are being offered around the area. The best thing about taking a hayride in the spring or summer? No heavy winter coats!

Make Your Mark Community Mural Project

Event Date: 
Sat, 06/04/2011
Enjoy this free Community Painting Day.

Come help paint (paint-by-number style) a 500-foot mural on the 700-foot Monarch-Chesterfield Levee floodwall.
 
This huge undertaking is being facilitated by Chesterfield Arts. Enjoy this free Community Painting Day! The event will host a variety of food vendors, music and entertainment by local bands and additional "make and take" art activities for children ~ something fun for everyone!

DeMenil Mansion Book Sale and Historic House Tours

Event Date: 
Sun, 05/15/2011
Book lovers will enjoy bargain prices on thousands of books and enjoy a free tour of the Chatillon-DeMenil Mansion.

This week, book-wise St. Louisans prepare for a smart deal on gently-used and rare books as the Chatillon-DeMenil Mansion hosts its Fifth Annual Book Sale on May 14-15.
 
Book lovers will enjoy bargain prices on thousands of books from a diverse selection of genres including, history, mystery, classic and children’s literature.
 
Patrons of the book sale will also receive free tours of the Chatillon-DeMenil Mansion, St. Louis’ premier French heritage historic home, located in the eclectic Cherokee/Benton Park neighborhood.

DeMenil Mansion Book Sale and Historic House Tours

Event Date: 
Sat, 05/14/2011
Book lovers will enjoy bargain prices on thousands of books and enjoy a free tour of the Chatillon-DeMenil Mansion.

This week, book-wise St. Louisans prepare for a smart deal on gently-used and rare books as the Chatillon-DeMenil Mansion hosts its Fifth Annual Book Sale on May 14-15.
 
Book lovers will enjoy bargain prices on thousands of books from a diverse selection of genres including, history, mystery, classic and children’s literature.
 
Patrons of the book sale will also receive free tours of the Chatillon-DeMenil Mansion, St. Louis’ premier French heritage historic home, located in the eclectic Cherokee/Benton Park neighborhood.

HomeSchool Day: CSI: The Einstein Enigma
at the St. Louis Science Center

Event Date: 
Tue, 08/16/2011
Turn into a forensic detective during HomeSchool Day: CSI: The Einstein Enigma
at the St. Louis Science Center

Use your powers of observation at a mock crime scene and analyze the evidence left behind. From fingerprints to DNA, find out who did it! Hands-on group and individual activities take place in a Science Center classroom complete with fake blood. 1 to 2:30 p.m. St. Louis Science Center.

 More information: slsc.org or (314) 289-4400.     

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Kids can take part in the PAWS Reading Program and pet the dogs.
Tuesday, May 21
Bring your preschooler to learn, explore and play on the farm.
Tuesday, May 21
Catch the awe-inspiring scenery of Air Racers or Flight of the Butterflies on the four-story...
Wednesday, May 22
Bring your little ones to enjoy a nature adventure at Powder Valley Conservation Nature Center

Today's Featured Camp

Fazio’s Rock Academy

Fazio’s Rock Academy is the summer destination for the aspiring rock star in your life! Campers attend one-week or two-week sessions (8:50 a.m. to 3:20 p.m. daily) where they form a real band, choose a band name, write their own music, pose for a photo shoot and conclude with a live concert with special guest appearances by professional rock artists! Fazio's Rock Academy is for Guitarists, Vocalists, Bassists and Keyboardists between the ages of 9-17 years.

Two sessions are offered: July 15-19; and July 22-26. Each session is $399, which includes print music and a t-shirt. Ask about a discounted rate for two-week enrollment.

Go to the Summer Camp Guide

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