What Are You Doing This Weekend? pt 7

FRIDAY

Meet Curious George. Stop monkeying around and join this curious primate for great stories and activities. Ages 3-7. 10 a.m. St. Louis County Library, Eureka Hills Branch, 103 Hilltop Village Center. 636-938-4520.

FRIDAY *and* SATURDAY

Steaming into History. Bring the whole family for this rare opportunity to view a stunning display of 1:32 scale model trains that run on live steam. These three steam-powered model engines from the personal collection of Mr. Des Lee run on a large outdoor track. 2-4 p.m. daily through Jan. 30. Free. Missouri History Museum, Forest Park. Click here to download more infomation.

A T-Rex Named Sue. Catch this spectacular new exhibit at the Saint Louis Science Center of the world's largest, most complete and best-preserved Tyrannosourus rex ever found. The exhibit, on loan from the Field Museum in Chicago, features the life-sized Sue, a 42-foot-long, 12-foot high T rex. Using interactive machines and pods, you'll learn how Sue saw, smelled, ate and moved, and begin to see what life was like when Sue roamed the earth. Click here to download a discount voucher for tickets courtesy of St. Louis Kids Magazine. At the Saint Louis Science Center through April 12. The exhibit is open during regular Center hours, Monday-Thursday 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Friday 9:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.; Saturday 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Sunday 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

SATURDAY ONLY

Winter Carnival. This family friendly event includes lots of kids activities including costume, mask and snow-globe making, a MUNY Kids performance, kids' karaoke and photos with Fredbird. Kids will also help paint a giant Madri Gras-themed artwork, which will be displayed a various Mardi Gras events in February. At the heated U.S. Cellular area at Soulard Market Park, 730 Carroll Street. 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. A kids parade begins at 4 p.m. at 9th and Lafayette and ends in front of Market Street at 8th and Lafayette.

Storytelling in the Galleries: Groundhog Day. Free storytelling program for kids ages 10 and under at the Missouri History Museum, Forest Park. 1 p.m. Come early or stay afterward to play with puppets or for a storytelling workshop. More information: www.mohistory.

Fete De Glace (The Festival of Ice). 10 am - 4 pm. A professional ice carving contest usings saws, chisels, irons and grinders. Coffee and hot chocolate will be available and nearby fire pits to warm up. FREE. 100 to 200 blocks of North Main Street in St. Charles - (800) 366-2427
http://historicstcharles.com/visitors.aspx

Botanical Garden Free Morning. Admission to the Missouri Botanical Garden is FREE every Wednesday and Saturday morning. From 9am - Noon, St. Louis City and St. Louis County residents (bring proof of residency) can get into the garden for free all year. Free admission may not be available during special events. (314) 577-9400 http://www.mobot.org

Chinese New Year Party. Crafts and treats. All ages. Free. Webster Groves Public Library, 301 East Lockwood Ave, Webster Groves (314) 961-7262. http://wgpl.lib.mo.us/index.html

Art Museum Preschool Workshop. 10:30-11:30 am. Introduce your little one to the museum with a visit through the gallery and a hands-on art activity. Ages 3-4. Pre-registration is recommended. $10 per person ($8 for members) St. Louis Art Museum - Forest Park
(314) 655-5298 http://www.slam.org I'm somewhat interested in this one, but not willing to pay that much in case it's not worth it. If you end up doing this one, will you comment & let us know how it went?

Barnes & Noble Story Time - West County Mall. Barnes & Noble, West County Mall (314) 835-9980 http://storelocator.barnesandnoble.com. Free.

Trees in Winter. This session, for ages 15 and up, focuses on how trees adapt to changing seasons. Kids will learn how to identify trees in winter, when leaves don't give them away. 2 p.m. Powder Valley Conservation Nature Center, 11715 Cragwold Road, Kirkwood. Click here for more information or call 314-301-1500 for reservations.

Blind Bats, Woodchucks and Misunderstood Animals. Kids ages 6 and up will learn the difference between fact and fiction as they explore the lives of Missouri animals, create a habitat and play a game to demystify these creatures. 10 a.m. August A. Busch Memorial Conservation Area, 2360 Highway D, St. Charles. More information and to register: 636-441-4554 or www.mdc.mo.gov

SUNDAY

Delta Dental Winter Zoo. Family fun activities and entertainment indoors at the Zoo. 12-4 pm.
Free. St. Louis Zoo. (314) 781-0900 http://www.stlzoo.org

A T. Rex Named Sue. Catch this spectacular new exhibit at the Saint Louis Science Center of the world's largest, most complete and best-preserved Tyrannosourus rex ever found. The exhibit, on loan from the Field Museum in Chicago, features the life-sized Sue, a 42-foot-long, 12-foot high T. rex. Using interactive machines and pods, you'll learn how Sue saw, smelled, ate and moved, and begin to see what life was like when Sue roamed the earth. Click here to download a discount voucher for tickets courtesy of St. Louis Kids Magazine. At the Saint Louis Science Center through April 12. The exhibit is open during regular Center hours, Monday-Thursday 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Friday 9:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.; Saturday 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Sunday 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Eagle Meet and Greet. An educator from the World Bird Sanctuary will be on hand with a live eagle. Bring your camera to this free program and then tour the National Great Rivers Museum. Noon to 4 p.m. at the National Great Rivers Museum, #1 Lock and Dam Way, East Alton, Ill. More information: 877-462-6979 or www.greatriverroad.com

Of course you need to eat this weekend!...don't forget to go somewhere where the
K.E.F. (kids eat free!)!

And whatever you do, have fun!