
Children of all ages are invited to a special BookFest St. Louis Storytime with A. Lafaye, author of more than a dozen books for young readers, including "No Frogs in School." Lafaye will be joined by Columbia, Missouri's Deborah Zemke, illustrator of "The Absolutely, Positively NO Princesses Book." In addition to the reading, this even will feature costumed characters, photo opportunities, and more.
This special BookFest St. Louis Storytime takes place at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, September 22 at the Schlafly Branch of the St. Louis Public Library. Free.
More information: bookfeststl.com
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.
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.
Sensory Friendly Science Time features reduced noise, modified lighting and sensory-friendly demonstrations at the Saint Louis Science Center.
At this free art program for ages 3-6 the focus is on the process of making art rather than the finished product. Dress to get messy!