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Head to the Gateway Arch on Sunday for a special night of stargazing.
June 11: Archery & Jerky-Making at Shaw Nature Reserve
Children ages 6 to 17 (accompanied by an adult) are invited to learn, improve, and practice skills in archery and jerky-making. Knowledgeable instructors will lead the sessions for this outdoor event, and all equipment is provided. $42 including lunch ($35 for members). 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Adlyne Freund Center at Shaw Nature Reserve, 6267 Delmar, Ste. 3E. To register, visit missouribotanicalgarden.org.
June 11: Farmer Jason
The entire family will enjoy hearing Jason Ringenberg—an Americana Music Association Lifetime Achievement Award winner, Emmy winner, and PBS star—perform with his acoustic guitar as he encourages sing-a-longs, dancing, and discussions about nature. In 2002, he created the character Farmer Jason, based on his own farming background and love of the great outdoors. The concert is sponsored by Musical Merry-Go-Round, a local radio show that plays children's music every Saturday. $10; children under 2 free. 2 p.m.; doors open at 1:30 p.m. Tick Tock Tavern, 3459 Magnolia. For tickets, visit farmerjason.brownpapertickets.com.
June 11: Painting at Laumeier Sculpture Park
This workshop for children ages 4 to 7 explores how to mix acrylic paints and put color to canvas. Find inspiration for your family's next masterpiece while exploring Laumeier Sculpture Park. $45. 2–4:30 p.m. Laumeier Sculpture Park, 12580 Rott. To register, visit laumeiersculpturepark.org.
June 12: Messy Play Date
Explore nature through tactile activities and sensory crafts like sand exploration, mud and dirt fun, water play, watercolors, face painting, and more. This event is geared toward toddlers up to 5 years old. (Tip: Wear clothes that can get dirty.) $8 per child, 9 a.m.–noon. Endangered Wolf Center, 6750 Tyson Valley. For more information, visit endangeredwolfcenter.org
June 12: Stargazing at the Gateway Arch
Stay up late to experience a special talk about the stars, followed by telescope viewing courtesy of the St. Louis Astronomical Society. Meet at the north leg of the Arch. Free. 8–10 p.m. For more information, visit gatewayarch.com.
