Thursday, June 16, 2011
Home Alone Class, Go, Baby, Go Kids Class, USO Support Drive, Laughter Yoga, Community Garden Speaker Series, Concerts on Central, Father's Day Cookie Decorating Class, Farmers Market, Animal Encounters. Lots to do this weekend so enjoy!
Eureka Parks and Recreation Home Alone Class Where: Eureka Community Center; Thursday, June 16, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Why Go: Children ages 8 - 12, along with an adult, will learn about topics, such as answering the phone and door safely, peer pressure, storm safety, emergency phone calls, fires and basic first aid. Pricing: Free. Go, Baby, Go Where: Eureka Hills Branch Library; Friday, June 17, at 10 a.m. Why Go: Babies and their caretakers are invited for stories, songs and a craft about things on the go. Recommended for ages up to 2 years old. Pricing: Free. USO Support Drive Where: 110 S Central Ave; Eureka, Friday, June 17, from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. Why Go: In conjuntion of Eureka's Concert on Central Series, a number of organizations …
Sunday, May 29, 2011
Visit Purina Farms this summer for free family fun just outside St. Louis County.
Purina Farms is fun day trip for dog-loving families, especially those with young children. The demonstration farm is run by Nestle-Purina, which has its North American headquarters in St. Louis. It’s a great place to take little ones to learn about pets and farm animals. The 300-acre farm is located in Gray Summit, about 14 miles west of Eureka. There are two distinct areas of the farm: the Visitor’s Center and the new Purina Event Center, which opened in 2010. Purina Farms has been offering tours since 1926 and it attracts an average of 135,000 visitors a year. The farm is open every day but Monday, March through November, and is a destination all of its own. The Purina Event Center is on the same property and hosts indoor and outdoor …
Thursday, May 26, 2011
Get out and enjoy this long, fun-filled Memorial Day weekend. A Summer Kick-Off Celebration, Storm Relief for Joplin Pets, Friday Night BBQ, Literacy Class for Kids, Greek Fest 2011, Rib America Festival, Legislative Forum Breakfast, and Senior Olympics!
Pet Supplies Drop-Off for Joplin Storm Relief Where: One Lucky Mutt; Thursday, May 26, through Sunday, May 29. Why Go: Take much needed relief for pet supplies to help those affected by the storms in Joplin. Seeking food, treats, blankets, newspaper, towels and gently used beds. Pricing: Donations. Whiskers and Tales Literacy Class for Kids Where: Daniel Boone Library; Thursday, May 26, from 7 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. Why Go: Need practice reading? How about practicing your reading to a dog or a cat? The mission of Whiskers and Tales is to improve the literacy skills of children through the assistance of certified pet therapy teams as literacy mentors. Pricing: Free. Summer Kick-Off Celebration Where: Eureka City Hall; Friday, May 27, from 7:30 p…
Sunday, May 22, 2011
Climb and hike through a natural wonder in rural Missouri, only a 90-minute drive from St. Louis.
Elephant Rocks State Park is a natural playground for grown-ups and kids alike. You can climb the giant boulders, crawl under some of them and explore the maze-like crevices between. Climb the rocks at your own risk—and keep an eye on the kids—because there's no rubber safety mat on nature's playgrounds. Elephant Rocks is a favorite day trip for St. Louis hikers and nature seekers. The park is located about 80 miles south of St. Louis County and it takes around an hour and a half to drive there, depending on your starting point and which highway you take. The best route is by way of Hwy 67 (pick it up in Festus) to Farmington, but from there you’re on smaller state roads. You can also take Hwy 21 all the way to the park if you want a …
Thursday, May 19, 2011
Storytime at Eureka Hills Library, May Early Childhood Recreation Program, Wildwood Movie Night, a concert on Central, Signs of Spring hike and Art in the Park! Too much fun to stay home, so put on your rain boots and get out this weekend.
Storytime at Eureka Hills Library Where: Eureka Hills Library; Thursday, May 19, from 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Why Go: Kids ages 3 - 6 can have fun with stories and activities like "Old McDonald had a farm" with an oink, oink here and a moo, moo there! Pricing: Free. May Early Childhood Recreation Program: Meet the Machines Where: Kelpe Contracting; Thursday, May 19, at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Why Go: Children will get an up-close look at a variety of construction vehicles. Pricing: Free. Call to register or get on the wait list. Wildwood Movie Night Where: Town Center Plaza; Friday, May 20, from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Why Go: To enjoy free food, community and the film "How to Train Your Dragon". Pricing: Free. Concerts on …
Thursday, May 12, 2011
A Show Choir Year-End Concert, Wine Bar Grand Opening, Middle School Out Bash, Family Fun Night, ROTC Barbecue, Taste of Italy Wine Show, Maximized Living Makeover, Annual EMS Day and Fair and an Auto Show -- whew, what a weekend!
Rockwood Show Choir Year-End Concert Where: Rockwood Summit High School; Saturday, May 14, at 7 p.m. and Sunday, May 15, at 3 p.m. Why Go: Watch talented kids in grades 2 through 8 from throughout the Rockwood School District perform in an American Bandstand-themed show! Pricing: $5 per ticket. Toddlers free. Wine Bar Grand Opening Where: Wines of Wildwood; Friday and Saturday, May 13 and May 14, times vary. Why Go: Check out new offerings of wines by the glass, along with an array of artisan beers for you to enjoy or create your own six pack to take home. There also are grand opening prizes to win! Pricing: Free. Taste of Italy Wine Show Where: Wildwood Schnucks; Thursday, May 12, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Why Go: Go spend an evening tasting …
Thursday, May 5, 2011
High tea, cookie decorating, gift making and brunch in honor of Mother's Day, make a purse cake, drink a mint julep, and take part in a fun trivia night!
Eureka Parks and Recreation Active Older Adults Where: Eureka Community Center; Thursday, May 5, at 11 a.m. Why Go: Enjoy a delicious Mexican lunch, play games and meet some new friends! Pricing: $5. Mother's Day High Tea Where: Imogene's Tea Room Botanicals & Home Decor; Friday and Saturday, May 6 and May 7, from noon to 2 p.m. Why Go: Take your mother, daughter or wife and enjoy this special event with a High Tea served at noon both days. Pricing: $23. Learn How To Make Your Own Purse Cake Class Where: Celebrating Life Cake Boutique; Saturday, May 7, from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Why Go: Learn how to cover a cake in fondant, decorate with fondant aspects, and complete a purse. And you get to take home your own purse creation that serves …
Thursday, April 28, 2011
Put on your rain boots and get out! Learn how to use a handgun, buy some great books at a charity book sale, learn about amphibians, check out a critically acclaimed play, do some recycling, celebrate Earth Day and Arbor Day, and more...
Basic Handgun Shooting Range Event Where: Jay Henges Shooting Range; Thursday, April 28, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. and Saturday, April 30, from 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Why Go: This two-day class covers handgun operation, shooting fundamentals, safety, maintenance, and safe storage. Pricing: Free. St. Louis Book Fair Where: Macy's West County Center; Thursday through Sunday, April 28 - May 1, times vary. Why Go: To take advantage of St. Louis' largest charity book sale! Pricing: $10 admission for Opening Night/Auction, and free admission all other days. Amphibian Night with Herpetologist Jeff Briggler Where: Jay Henges Shooting Range; Friday, April 29, from 7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. Why Go: Herpetologist Jeff Briggler teaches about native …
Thursday, April 21, 2011
MLB for kids, Easter Village at Purina Farms, new beer in town from Stone Brewing Company and an Easter sunrise service. Now those are all amazing reasons to get out and enjoy the weekend!
MLB Pitch, Hit & Run Where: Eureka Community Center, Thursday, April 21, from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Why Go: To encourage youth participation and emphasize the fun element of baseball competition. Participants will compete in three areas: pitching, hitting and running! Pricing: Free. Easter Village at Purina Farms Where: Purina Farms; Wednesday through Friday, April 20 - 22, from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Saturday through Sunday, April 23 - 24, from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. (Closed April 24, Easter Sunday) Why Go: Join Purina Farms with their annual Easter Village, featuring bunnies, chicks, ducklings, kittens, lambs, pigs and puppies! Pricing: Free. Stone Brewing Company Tasting Where: Lukas Liquor Superstore; Saturday, April 23, from noon to 2:…
Thursday, April 7, 2011
Finally some summer weather is here! Check out how to sharpen your own business skills, a self-defense class for women, what kids can learn about snakes, how parents can get a chance to play hookie, a creative art show and get crafty, too!
Dollars and Sense Speaker Series featuring Aaron Golchert Where: STLCC - Wildwood Campus; Thursday, April 7, at 6 p.m. Why Go: Learn from individuals who have excelled in their field and made a mark in the St. Louis business community, such as Aaron Golchert, the St. Louis Area Director for N2 Publishing. Pricing: Free. Goodness Snakes Alive Where: Rockwoods Reservation; Friday, April 8, from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Why Go: So kids ages 4 to 6 can ask all the questions in the world about snakes! Like how do they move, smell, hear and catch their food? You will even be able to observe live snakes found in Missouri, and even touch some of them if you want! Pricing: Free. Women's Self Defense Course Where: Wildwood YMCA; Saturday, April 9, from 1…
