Celebrate With St. Louis' Family-Friendly Valentine's Events
A candlelit dinner with pretty baubles to open over desert are Valentine's Day gestures that are sure to please your spouse, but what about the other special someone's in your life? The roses, candy and romance that are traditionally the focus of Valentine's Day tend to leave the kiddos out in the cold.
Luckily there are a few family-friendly events around the metro-area to warm the hearts of St. Louis' sweethearts this year:
- Daddy & Daughter Valentine Dance: Dads of all types are invited to dance the evening away with their little Valentines on Friday, February 12 at the Mid County YMCA from 6pm until 9pm. In addition to the open dance floor, there will be a princess dress-up station, crafts and games. The cost is $30 (only $25 for program members, and $20 for full members) and $5 for each additional daughter or family member. For more information you can check out ymcastlouis.org.
- Storytelling in the Galleries: Puppy Love To celebrate the holiday, on February 12 and 13 the Missouri History Museum's storytelling series will focus on stories about man's best friend, and will wrap up the afternoon by showing Disney's Lady and the Tramp. The event is free to the public, and will start at 1pm on both days. For more information check out mohistory.org.
- Valentines for the Birds: Powder Valley Nature Center will be hosting a special celebration for kids ages 3-6 and our feathered friends on February 12 from 10:30am until 11:15am. The event is free, and kiddos will not only pick up some info on backyard birds, but they will also be making a special Valentine for the birds. You must register in advance by contacting the Nature Center at 314-301-1500.
