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Recreation Council Updates…

Voucher Funding: For those who use our voucher program to assist with the fees for recreation programs, we still have funding available for St. Louis County residents, limited funding available for St. Louis City residents, and a waiting list for St. Charles County residents. Applications can be found at this link: www.recreationcouncil.org/applications

For People with Disabilities…

RESCHEDULED: Sensory Friendly Morning at the Magic House (STL), Saturday, May 17, 2025, from  8:30am-9:30am. Due to unforeseen circumstances, The Magic House morning was moved to this coming weekend. KEEN invites families and friends to enjoy free sensory-friendly playtime designed to provide children with disabilities with a sensory-friendly opportunity to enjoy The Magic House without the crowds. Families will have private access to The Magic House’s many activities. REGISTER FOR MAY 17 – HERE

Partner News…

Easterseals Sensory Friendly Family Event (STL), Thursday, May 15 from 5:30-8:30pm at the Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site. Cost: $1 per person. Families will be able to explore the museum, theater, and home of Ulysses S. Grant, as well as participate in hands-on activities, both indoors and out. We will be joined by Different Dynamics and Duo Dogs for additional enrichment and activities. Different Dynamics will be providing their much-loved interactive, hands-on music and movement activities. Also joining the fun this year will be some of the Touch Teams for Duo Dogs, who will be floating the event. Register HERE ~ Flyer

Chris Cakes + Community Living = A Flippin’ Good Time! Saturday, May 17 from 8:30-10:30 a.m. at Community Living’s Family Center, 107 Sheriff Dierker Ct. in O’Fallon (map). Come out and enjoy some breakfast while supporting Community Living’s Recreation Program! Chris Cakes will bring the fun so be sure to catch the experience. It’ll be a flippin’ good time. $20/per person. Ticket includes all-you-can-eat pancakes, sausage, and drink. Ages 2 and under are free to eat from an adult’s plate. Purchase a Ticket Here ~ Information

MDC Discover Nature Fishing Program: This outdoor fishing program offers families with children ages 7 and older a hands-on introduction into angling. It’s more than breaking out the tackle box. You learn basic fishing techniques, the parts of a fishing pole, how to properly and safely cast, how to bait a hook, proper handling of fish, fish habitats, fishing regulations, and much more. Join experienced anglers who are ready to lead the next generation of Missouri anglers. Information

Free Events for Everyone…

Stitch ‘n B***h – Fiber Arts Club (SCC), Thursday, May 15 from 6-8 PM at Foundry Art Centre, St. Charles, MO (map). Stitch ‘n Bitch with us during the Foundry’s new FREE fiber crafts club. Bring your stitching project from knitting, to embroidery, to crochet and beyond. This is not a class, but a crafters club to meet others interested in fiber arts. If you need accommodations for this program, please contact the Foundry as soon as you are able. Information

MDC Camp Hellbender Day Camp for Adults In June and July, FREE!  REGISTRATION OPENS MAY 15 AND FILLS QUICKLY (SCC & STL), This summer camp is designed to let adults feel like a kid again and have some fun in the outdoors while exploring some of the best conservation areas in the region that MDC has to offer. We do crafts, explore nature, and learn about wildlife of Missouri.  Registration opens May 15

City Social Street Festival (STL), Friday, May 16 from 5-10pm on Washington Avenue and 14th Street. The street festival, which returns for its fourth year, promises a day of live music, merriment, and delicious food and drinks from the neighborhood’s most popular eateries. Several local musical acts will be on hand. Party favorite Dr. Zhivegas. Vendors will be available for food and drink purchases. Information

Family Nights at The Magic House (STL), Friday, May 16 from 5-8pm at The Magic House, 516 S. Kirkwood Road, St. Louis, MO 63122. These special nights enable a family (up to two adults and four children) to visit the Museum at no cost. Space is limited. Information

Westport Plaza Movie Night: Lilo & Stitch (STL), Friday, May 16 at 7pm at Westport Plaza, 111 WestPort Plaza Dr., St. Louis, MO 63146. Come dressed in your Hawiian shirt or hula skirt and catch this beloved original before the brand new live-action version hits theaters! Join us 90 minutes before the movie begins for fun activities, including Caricatures, Face painting, and Character performances. Activities and the movie are free. Food and drink available for purchase. Information

St Peters Sunset Friday Concert (SCC), Friday, May 16 from 6:30-8:30pm at 370 Lakeside Park, 1000 Lakeside Park Drive, St, Peters, MO 63376 (map) 63376. Join us for our first concert of the season with a “Mardi Gras in May” and the music of Zydeco Crawdaddys. Food trucks are available for food purchases if desired or bring a picnic dinner and your lawn chairs to enjoy the evening. Information – Event repeats May 23 & 30 with different musicians.

Historical Children’s Festival (SCC), Saturday, May 17 from 10am-4pm at First Missouri State Capitol State Historic Site, 200 S. Main St., St. Charles, MO, 63301. In conjunction with National Kids to Parks Day, you are invited to come live and play as children did in the 1820s and hear interesting stories about life in St. Charles when our first legislators were struggling to organize Missouri into statehood. This event is free and open to the public, and there is no need to register. Information

Family Fishing Day and Macroinvertebrate Sampling (STL), Saturday, May 17 from 9:30 a.m. – 12 noon at St. Ferdinand Park in Florissant, MO. This event is free and open to all ages. MDC and the City of Florissant will provide everything you’ll need to enjoy a day of fishing including fishing poles, tackle, bait, and expert instruction for beginners. In addition to fishing, attendees can join hands-on netting activities to see  snails, crawfish, and insects that thrive in healthy aquatic ecosystems.  REGISTER HERE

Plant America Garden Expo (SCC), Saturday, May 17 from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Weldon Spring Interpretive Site 7295 Hwy. 94 South, Saint Charles, MO 63304. The Weldon Spring Site Interpretive Center has partnered with local garden clubs for a day of gardening vendors, guest speakers, demonstrations, and family-friendly activities. Information

Wentzville Days Fair & Music Festival (SCC), May 16, 17 & 18 in Historic Downtown Wentzville, Allen & Main St.Wentzville, MO 63385. Celebrate our community during Wentzville Days! This three-day festival includes food, drink and craft vendors, live music, a carnival, kids activities and more. Information

Mark your calendars…

  • O’Fallon Jammin’ Concert Series (SCC), May 27 Information
  • Shakespeare In the Park: Hamlet (STL), May 28 – June 22 Information

Recreation Council Reminders…

Search for more Activities in your part of town…

Here are a few links to continue your search for fun in the metro area. Some places charge entry fees, so check on costs before you go.

Footnotes… 

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