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Concerts
499500

Live on the Levee: Sonic Youth


Rockers Sonic Youth kick off the 2009 Live on the Levee concert series, an event that also includes the Ameren/Schnucks K-Town Kids' ZoneVillage and fireworks at 9:15pm.
http://www.celebratestlouis.org
Ongoing Daily 7/17/09 - 7/22/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: All Ages
Time: 6pm-10pm
Cost: Free

Gateway Arch Riverfront

707 North First Street
Saint Louis, MO63102


Exhibits
513020

Pride and Passion


The library hosts the traveling exhibit Pride and Passion: The African American Baseball Experience, which tells the story of African Americans in baseball through a varied collection of artifacts, photos, audio, and video.
http://www.slpl.org
Ongoing Daily 7/11/09 - 8/23/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 5-19
Time: During library hours
Cost: Free

St. Louis Public Library Central Branch

1301 Olive Street
Saint Louis, MO63103


Films
512158

Sea Monsters 3D: A Prehistoric Adventure


Sea Monsters 3D combines innovative imagery, powerful storytelling, and the experiential nature of giant-screen 3D theaters to lead viewers on a journey with modern and historical fossil hunters to remote locations.
314.289.4400
http://www.slsc.org
Ongoing Daily 6/19/09 - 9/4/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 6-19
Time: Check website for times
Cost: Adults $8; children & seniors $7

Saint Louis Science Center

5050 Oakland Avenue
Saint Louis, MO63110


Films
501144

The Space Show: Mankind's Giant Leap


Mankind's Giant Leap, screened inside the Planetarium as part of The Space Show series, documents the 40th anniversary of the amazing journey of Apollo 11 to the Moon - a journey some believe to be the greatest in humankind's history.
http://www.slsc.org
Ongoing Daily 6/1/09 - 9/3/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 5-19
Time: During Planetarium hours
Cost: Adults $5; children $4

Saint Louis Science Center

5050 Oakland Avenue
Saint Louis, MO63110


Films
501146

The Space Show: Mr. Hubble's Universe


Mr. Hubble's Universe details the inner workings of the the Hubble Space Telescope, which was named after one of the most influential astronomers of our time, Edwin Hubble. Take a tour of our Universe revealed by Mr. Hubble's Telescope as it unravels the mysteries of the cosmos.
http://www.slsc.org
Ongoing Daily 5/26/09 - 8/31/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 10-14
Time: Varies; check website
Cost: Adults $5; children $4

Saint Louis Science Center

5050 Oakland Avenue
Saint Louis, MO63110


Films
501149

The Space Show: The Little Star That Could


The Little Star That Could tells the story of an "average" star that travels the universe in search of planets. Along the way, it makes many discoveries about stars, planets, galaxies, and itself. This show is recommended for early childhood age.
http://www.slsc.org/
Ongoing Daily 6/1/09 - 9/3/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 5-8
Time: Varies; visit website
Cost: Adults $5; children $4

Saint Louis Science Center

5050 Oakland Avenue
Saint Louis, MO63110


Films
492403

Grand Canyon Adventure 3D: River at Risk


Playing in the museum's OMNIMAX theater, Grand Canyon Adventure 3D: River at Risk takes the audiences on an adventure down the Colorado River in the company of a team of explorers who are committed to bringing awareness to global water issues.
314.289.4400
http://www.slsc.org
Ongoing Daily 5/8/09 - 8/31/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 5-19
Time: Showtimes vary; call or visit website
Cost: Unknown

Saint Louis Science Center

5050 Oakland Avenue
Saint Louis, MO63110


Films
492404

Wild Ocean 3D


Playing in the museum's IMAX theater, Wild Ocean 3D highlights one of nature's greatest migration spectacles, plunging viewers into an underwater feeding frenzy - a struggle for survival among whales, sharks, dolphins, seals, and billions of fish.
314.289.4400
http://www.slsc.org
Ongoing Daily 5/8/09 - 8/31/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 5-19
Time: Showtimes vary; call or visit website
Cost: Inexpensive

Saint Louis Science Center

5050 Oakland Avenue
Saint Louis, MO63110


Films
424469

Fly Me to the Moon 3-D


The OMNIMAX Theatre screens Fly Me to the Moon, a 3-D film that combines the story of Apollo 11 mission with a whimsical twist involving three "tween-aged" flies who go along on an incredible space adventure.
http://www.slsc.org
Ongoing Daily 3/6/09 - 9/7/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 6-18
Time: Visit website for show times
Cost: Adults $8; Children $7

Saint Louis Science Center

5050 Oakland Avenue
Saint Louis, MO63110


Holiday Seasonal
505224

Summer Wading Pool and Pop Jets


Parents know one of the best places in St. Louis to keep the kids cool during summer is the Tower Grove Muckerman's Children's Fountain, Wading Pool and Pop Jets, which open June 13 and run until September 7. Wading can only take place Thursdays through Sundays.
http://www.towergrovepark.org
Ongoing Each Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun 6/11/09 - 9/7/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: All Ages
Time: Pool 11am-4pm; Pop jets Sun-Fri 10am-7pm, Sat 8am-7pm
Cost: Free

Tower Grove Park

4256 Magnolia Avenue
Saint Louis, MO63110


Nature & Outdoors
497901

If You Care, Leave Them There!


Kids can learn about hatchlings, nestlings, and fledglings and discover the proper action to take when finding one out of the nest. Discussion, craft, and a short hike are part of the program. Reservations begin July 1.
314.301.1500
http://mdc.mo... reas/stlouis/
7/17/09

Ages: 3-6
Time: 10am-11:30am
Cost: Free

Powder Valley Conservation Nature Center

11715 Cragwold Road
Saint Louis, MO63122


Nature & Outdoors
497287

Go Fish! Basic Fishing III


Basic Fishing III expands upon the skills and knowledge learned in Basic Fishing I and II. Basic Fishing III combines instruction with hands-on fishing to teach young anglers advanced fishing techniques and skills. Fishing equipment and bait are provided. Participants must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Advance reservations are required.
636.441.4554
http://mdc.mo... reas/cnc/busch
Ongoing Daily 7/12/09 - 7/18/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 8-15
Time: 1pm-3pm
Cost: Free

August A. Busch Memorial Conservation Area

2360 Hwy. D
Saint Charles, MO63304


Ongoing Exhibits
514940

Baseball's Gateway to the West


The Gateway Arch hosts an exhibit that highlights the Cardinals's' collection, as well as other artifacts that help tell the story of baseball's role in the history of the region.
http://www.gatewayarch.com
Ongoing Daily 7/11/09 - 9/30/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 5-19
Time: During museum hours
Cost: Free

Gateway Arch Riverfront

707 North First Street
Saint Louis, MO63102


Ongoing Exhibits
509228

Plains Indian Artwork


The Saint Louis Art Museum presents Plains Indian Artwork from the Donald Danforth Jr. Collection, an exhibit that features a visual account of the traditional lifeways of an extraordinary culture and offers distinctive moccasins, cradleboards, clothing, pipe bags, parfleches, and objects of adornment and utility that represent high artistic achievement and the practical and sacred relationships that exist between Plains people and their environment.
http://www.slam.org
Ongoing Daily 2/27/09 - 9/7/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 8-19
Time: During museum hours
Cost: Free

Saint Louis Art Museum

Forest ParkOne Fine Arts Drive
Saint Louis, MO63110


Ongoing Exhibits
502411

Carnaval!


The Griot Museum explores the way in which pre-Lenten festivals are celebrated in eight countries with Carnaval!. The exhibit follows people who dedicate much of their lives to planning, practicing, and carrying out the rituals of this annual event, and in turn, teaches visitors about the history and cultural traditions of each region.
http://www.thegriotmuseum.com
Ongoing Daily except Mon, Sun 6/16/09 - 8/11/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 6-19
Time: During museum hours
Cost: Free with paid admission

The Griot Museum of Black History & Culture

2505 St. Louis Avenue
Saint Louis, MO63106


Ongoing Exhibits
497962

Play It Cool


This summer, kids can partake in the museum's new Play Garden and the Play It Cool program, which offers old-fashioned, outdoor recreation with a variety of themed play activities such as water play, parachute play, jump ropes, balls, circle games, and outdoor art. Different activities are featured each week; contact the museum for more details.
314.822.8900
http://www.magichouse.org
Ongoing Daily 5/25/09 - 9/7/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 0-10
Time: Mon?Sat 10:30am-4pm; Sun 11:30am-4pm
Cost: Free with paid admission

The Magic House

516 South Kirkwood Road
Saint Louis, MO63122


Ongoing Exhibits
497967

Exploring the World of Fairy Tales


Once Upon a Time. . . Exploring the World of Fairy Tales lets children step inside beloved stories from around the globe in a hands-on exhibit that offers several creative activities focused on tales such as Anansi and the Talking Melon, Beauty and the Beast, Jack and the Beanstalk, Lon Po Po, and Thumbelina.
314.822.8900
http://www.magichouse.org
Ongoing Daily 5/19/09 - 9/13/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 0-10
Time: During museum hours
Cost: Free with paid admission

The Magic House

516 South Kirkwood Road
Saint Louis, MO63122


Ongoing Exhibits
492398

Ends of the Earth: From Polar Bears to Penguins


The Science Center's Ends of the Earth: From Polar Bears to Penguins helps visitors explore the fascinating worlds of the Arctic and Antarctic with interactive artifact-based displays, specimens, and multimedia. Visitors can see a real polar bear specimen, compare bear skulls, put on a penguin suit and walk and slide like the birds, study penguin feathers under a microscope, check out a real penguin skeleton, and play the Feed the Chick Game, among many other activities.
314.289.4400
http://www.slsc.org
Ongoing Daily 5/16/09 - 9/7/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: All Ages
Time: During museum hours
Cost: Adults $8; Children & seniors $6; Members free

Saint Louis Science Center

5050 Oakland Avenue
Saint Louis, MO63110


Ongoing Exhibits
448932

Stingrays at Caribbean Cove


Zoo visitors can take in some rays this summer with the cool Stingrays at Caribbean Cove exhibit, which features the unique sea creatures in a warm saltwater pool, into which guests can dip hands for gentle touching and even feed them at specific times each day. The stars of the show are 28 cownose rays and four southern stingrays, species that are hardy and interact well with people. Zoo interpreters and educators are on hand to help visitors and to share information about stingrays, sustainable seafood, and ocean conservation.
314.781.0900
http://www.stlzoo.org
Ongoing Daily 5/9/09 - 9/30/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: Unknown
Time: During zoo hours
Cost: Free with paid admission

Saint Louis Zoo

Forest ParkOne Government Drive
Saint Louis, MO63110


Ongoing Exhibits
439907

MOBOT Floral Clock


MOBOT is 150 years old in 2009, and to help celebrate, gardeners have created a 20-foot-diameter working clock, created entirely of plant material. Kids get a kick out of the little cuckoo bird that pops from his home every quarter-hour. The ticking exhibit can be seen near the historic reflecting pools adjacent to the Climatron dome.
314.577.9400
http://www.mobot.org
Ongoing Daily 5/1/09 - 10/31/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: All Ages
Time: During garden hours
Cost: Free with paid admission

Missouri Botanical Garden

4344 Shaw Boulevard
Saint Louis, MO63110


Ongoing Exhibits
405753

A T. Rex Named Sue


A T. Rex Named Sue, an exhibition showcasing the most complete Tyrannosaurus rex specimen ever discovered, returns to the Science Center and features the Dino Dig and craft areas and interactive machines and pods that illustrate how Sue saw, smelled, ate, and moved. New features of the exhibit include a 3D artist's rendering of what scientists believe Sue's head looked like, T. rex fossils, real paleontological tools and fossils of Upper Cretaceous creatures, and hands-on exploration of a 300-lb. meteorite, similar to the meteor scientists suspect may have killed the dinosaurs.
http://www.slsc.org/
Ongoing Daily 6/12/09 - 9/7/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: All Ages
Time: During Exploradome hours
Cost: Adults $8; Children & seniors $6; Science Center members $4

Saint Louis Science Center

5050 Oakland Avenue
Saint Louis, MO63110


Ongoing Exhibits
385160

Katherine Dunham: Beyond the Dance


Katherine Dunham revolutionized modern dance, blending classical movement with African and Caribbean rhythms to create a new form, the renowned Dunham Technique. Katherine Dunham: Beyond the Dance features objects donated by Dunham to the Museum's collection in 1991 and honors what would have been her 100th birthday.
314.746.4599
http://www.mohistory.org
Ongoing Daily 11/2/08 - 2/28/10; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 8-18
Time: During museum hours
Cost: Adults $7; Seniors & Students $5; Children (6-12) $3

Missouri History Museum

Lindell Boulevard and DeBaliviereForest Park
Saint Louis, MO63110


Ongoing Storytimes
202829

Preschool Storytime at Carondelet Library


Little ones are invited to listen to stories, sing songs, and watch fingerplays with their parents or caregivers on the first Monday of every month. Groups of more than five should register in advance.
314.752.9224
http://www.slpl.org
Ongoing Daily 5/7/07 - 5/7/10; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 2-5
Time: 10:30am-11am
Cost: Free

Carondelet Library

6800 Michigan Avenue
Saint Louis, MO63111


Other Events
521544

Zoo Memory Days


The Saint Louis Zoo is asking its visitors to make history by bringing in their favorite photographs of family and friends enjoying the Zoo. Photographs will be scanned for use in the 2010 Centennial Exhibit; head to the tent near the Sea Lion Basin for scanning. Participants receive I Made History at the Saint Louis Zoo buttons.
314.781.0900
http://www.stlzoo.org
Ongoing Daily 7/17/09 - 7/18/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: All Ages
Time: During zoo hours
Cost: Free

Saint Louis Zoo

Forest ParkOne Government Drive
Saint Louis, MO63110


Other Events
509271

Butterfly House Open Late & Half-Price Admission


During July and August, 2009, The Butterfly House stays open late and offers half-price admission each Wednesday between 5pm-7pm.
http://www.butterflyhouse.org
Ongoing Each Wed, Fri 7/1/09 - 8/26/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: All Ages
Time: 5pm-7pm
Cost: Half-price admission for all visitors

The Butterfly House

15193 Olive Boulevard
Chesterfield, MO63017


Other Events
507864

Kids Bowl Free


AMF Strike & Spare offers kids two free games each day throughout the summer, redeemable by email coupons. Parents can sign their children up through the website and receive coupons for each child every week. A Family Pass is also available for $23.95 and allows up to four adults to go bowling with the kids. Some restrictions do apply; visit the website for complete information and for participating bowling alleys throughout Missouri and the US.
http://www.kidsbowlfree.com
Ongoing Daily 6/11/09 - 8/15/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 0-15
Cost: Free

AMF Strike & Spare

1309 N. Lindbergh Blvd.
Saint Louis, MO63132


Other Events
493386

North Star Summer Weekends & Jungle Boogie Series


The Saint Louis Zoo celebrates warm, light summer nights with North Star Summer Weekends, offering open-late hours Fri-Sun and the Jungle Boogie Concert Series each Friday evening.
314.781.0900
http://www.stlzoo.org
Ongoing Each Fri, Sat, Sun 5/22/09 - 9/7/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: All Ages
Time: 8am-7pm
Cost: Admission free; some fees for special exhibits & activities

Saint Louis Zoo

Forest ParkOne Government Drive
Saint Louis, MO63110


Other Events
406955

Magic House Free Family Night


All play, no pay! The Magic House is free on Friday Night for two adults and up to four of children per family.
314.822.8900
http://www.magichouse.org
7/17/09

Ages: 0-12
Time: 5:30pm-9pm
Cost: Free

The Magic House

516 South Kirkwood Road
Saint Louis, MO63122


Shows
514955

The Drowsy Chaperone


Stages St. Louis presents The Drowsy Chaperone, a madcap play about a celebrity bride and her uproarious wedding day, complete with gangsters, mistaken identities, 11th-hour nuptials, and an uplifting ride to the rafters.
636.530.5959
http://www.stagesstlouis.org
Ongoing Daily except Mon 7/17/09 - 8/16/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 10-19
Time: Varies by date; check website
Cost: $28-$48

Kirkwood Community Center & Robert G. Reim Theatre

111 S. Geyer Rd
Saint Louis, MO63122


Shows
513059

Slightly Askew Theatre Ensemble: Macbeth


The Slightly Askew Theatre Ensemble presents a unique spin on Shakespeare's tragedy Macbeth with an an all-female cast, which helps audiences explore what it means to be feminine and the roles women play in positions of power and government today. Audiences are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets for seating. Parking is available in nearby garages and street meters.
314.835.7415
http://www.slightlyoff.org
Ongoing Each Fri, Sat, Sun 7/17/09 - 8/1/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 12-19
Time: 7:30pm
Cost: Free

Old Post Office Plaza

900 Locust
Saint Louis, MO63101


Shows
501465

25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee


New Line Theatre presents 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, a Tony-Award winning musical about six socially challenged Spelling Bee champs who battle for the title in a riotous comedy. Advance ticket purchase is available.
314.721.9228
http://www.placeseveryone.org
Ongoing Each Thu, Fri, Sat 7/16/09 - 8/8/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 13-19
Time: 8pm
Cost: $10-$20

Washington University South Campus Theater

6501 Clayton Road
Saint Louis, MO63117


Shows
426488

Godspell at The Muny


The Muny stages a production of Godspell, a musical that follows the last days of Jesus Christ. Advance ticket purchase is recommended.
314.361.1900
http://www.muny.org
Ongoing Daily 7/13/09 - 7/19/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 8-18
Time: 8:15pm
Cost: $9-$66

The Muny

Forest Park
Saint Louis, MO63112


Storytelling
520288

Storytelling in the Galleries: Ice Cream


In honor of the museum's Ice Cream Day festivities, museum staffers share stories all about everyone's favorite sweet, frozen treat: ice cream! The Friday session is designed for children ages two to six; Saturday's program is for all children ages 10 and under.
314.746.4599
http://www.mohistory.org
Ongoing Daily 7/17/09 - 7/18/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 2-10
Time: Fri 10:30am; Sat 1pm
Cost: Free

Missouri History Museum

Lindell Boulevard and DeBaliviereForest Park
Saint Louis, MO63110


Tours
498773

Family Tours


Families can join staffers each Tuesday and Friday during the summer for an informal, 15-minute tour through the museum, which focus on different themes like colors, transportation, clothes, and more. Please note that there is no tour on Friday, July 3.
314.746.4599
http://www.mohistory.org
Ongoing Each Tue, Fri 6/16/09 - 8/7/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 3-19
Time: 11:15am
Cost: Free

Missouri History Museum

Lindell Boulevard and DeBaliviereForest Park
Saint Louis, MO63110


Workshops
498769

Drop-In Make-and-Take Workshops


Children can get some creative inspiration during Family Tours and then craft their own works of art during the museum's summer drop-in program, which takes place each Tuesday and Friday. Please note that there will be no workshop on Friday, July 3. Activities take place in MacDermott Grand Hall.
314.746.4599
http://www.mohistory.org
Ongoing Each Tue, Fri 6/16/09 - 8/7/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 2-12
Time: 11:30am-2pm
Cost: Free

Missouri History Museum

Lindell Boulevard and DeBaliviereForest Park
Saint Louis, MO63110


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