Community Corner
Patch Picks Five plus One Family Friendly Events for March 25- 27
The first weekend of spring and while the outlook might be a bit chilly, take that in stride and check out some of these events in the surrounding area.
Stomp
If you haven’t seen STOMP, put this on your planner. This explosive, provocative, sophisticated, and unique show appeals to audiences of all ages. The international percussion group has received many awards and rave reviews besides appearing on numerous national television shows. The eight-member troupe uses everything but conventional percussion instruments – matchboxes, wooden poles, brooms, garbage cans, Zippo lighters, hubcaps – to fill the stage with magnificent rhythms.
Where/When: The Fox Theater, 527 N. Grand Ave.; March 25-27.
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Time: Friday, March 25- 8 p.m.; Saturday, March 26-2 p.m. and 8 p.m.; Sunday, March 27-2 p.m.
Price: $23-$60. 314-534-1111
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Information: 314-534-1678 or visit www.fabulousfox.com
Family ZooQuest
Part scavenger hunt and part trivia challenge, ZooQuest isn't your typical family outing to the Zoo. The quest consists of Hollywood-themed problems and puzzles requiring you and your family to travel around the Zoo in order to solve each one.
Where/When: St. Louis Zoo, One Government Dr., Saturday, March 2
Time: 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Price: $45 for a team; members, $40 for a team.
Information: 314-646-4544 for registration. www.stlzoo.org.
Fun Fest Community Day
Kids from ages 2 to 12 will experience fun activities through the senses. They will learn what it’s like to be visually impaired through activities such as cooking classes, art and other activities.
Where/When: Delta Gamma Center for Children with Visual Impairments, 1750 S. Brentwood Blvd. Saturday, March 26.
Time: 9:30 a.m. to noon.
Price: Free
Information: 314-776-1300
Chalkboard to Computers
Celebrate the opening of the exhibition, “Chalkboards to Computers: A Lindbergh School Retrospective.” Enjoy craft activities, dancing, musical performances, and more. Fourth grade students of Lindbergh School District’s Truman Elementary will host. Special guest Fredbird will also appear. The program runs through July 7.
Where/When: McDermott Hall in the Missouri History Museum, 5700 Lindell Blvd., Saturday, March 26.
Time: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Price: Free
Information: 314-746-4599 or visit www.mohistory.org.
Carnival of the Animals Family Concert
If your children are not quite into classical music, this might be the event that opens up a new world. Composed by Camille Saint-Saëns, the work follows a zoological program complete with lions and elephants and characters with long ears…oh my! Recommended for ages 5 to 12, the whole family will be giggling at this presentation.
Where/When: Powell Symphony Hall, 718 N. Grand Ave. Sunday, March 27.
Time: 3 p.m.
Price: $16 - $7
Information: 314-533-2500 or visit www.stlsymphony.org.
“Cars 2” Agents on a Mission Tour
Disney Pixar’s “Cars 2” adventure comes to the fans with the “Agents on a Mission” tour, showcasing cars modeled after their big-screen likenesses. Visitors can check out the cars Lightning McQueen, Tow Mater, and Fin McMissile and take part in a variety of “Cars 2:-themed activities including a video kiosk, e-photo opportunities, games and giveaways.
Where/When: The National Museum of Transportation, 3015 Barrett Station Rd., Saturday, March 26 to Sunday, March 27.
Time: Saturday – 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Price: Adults, $6; Children 5-12, $4; under 5, free.
Information: 314-965-6885 or visit www.transpormuseumassociation.org