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Birthday Parties at the Babler Outdoor Education Center
Let us give your child and their friends an outdoor birthday EXPERIENCE they are sure to be talking about all year! From archery, GPS, NERF, Survival Skills and more there is something for everyone from ages 5-12. Along with your experience, enjoy a dedicated space for presents and cake. For more information, visit our website at prcommunityed.org or contact Supervisor Mike Dowell at dowellmike@prcommunityed.org. Check out what one family had to say! "We had such a great party for my 7 year old’s 'All About Animals' birthday at Babler. We were so impressed with all that was provided and with the instructor leading the party. The timing was spot on, the activities were perfect for that age group and the instructor was so easy to work with and handled everything. The outdoor and indoor spaces for the party worked out well and had everything we needed. We valued getting the kids outside and interacting with nature in such a fun way. Thank you for a well thought out and executed party at a reasonable price! We will certainly be recommending Babler OEC and will likely be back for another party in the future with one of our other children. One of the parents at the party said, 'This is the best birthday party we’ve been to!' and I agree!" -
Daddy/Daughter Dance: In My Dance Era
Dads, dress for your favorite era and encourage your daughters to shimmer like a pop star. Our DJ will spin family favorites from across the decades. Enjoy dancing, crafts, snacks and more while creating unforgettable memories. Stay until the end for chances to win door prizes and create magical moments with your special little lady! Any father figure is welcome including dads, brothers, uncles, cousins, etc. Any Father and Daughter | Ages 5+ Friday, November 8 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Selvidge Middle School $12 per person *Dad can't make it? Any father figure is welcome (grandpa, uncle, etc.) -
Ellisville Elementary Bonfire Night
Ellisville Families! Join us for a night under the stars at the Babler Outdoor Education Center for a Family Bonfire Night. Portable fire pits will be available around the area and fires will be pre-lit and ready for you to enjoy when you arrive. All you have to do is bring your chairs and flashlights! Grab a roasting stick and cook your perfect smore, tell stories, jokes, and enjoy this laid back evening with family and friends. Offered in partnership between the Ellisville PTO and Parkway-Rockwood Community Ed. Tuesday, November 26 | 6:00-9:00 p.m. $5.00 per person *Only one member of your family needs to register, please select the correct number of family members that will attend. -
Family Baking Night: Gingerbread Bake-Off
Kick-off the holidays with a friendly competition to build the ultimate gingerbread masterpiece. Families are provided with kits, decorating tools and design-planning sheets to bring their gingerbread visions to life. At the end of the activity, families will vote for the gingerbread house that brings the most joy! The house with the most votes will go home with a sweet prize! This program is taught by a CE Instructor. Friday, December 6 | LaSalle Springs Middle School 6:30-8:30 p.m. | All ages $19 per person -
Family Candy Cane Hunt
Set out on amazing candy cane hunts around the Babler Outdoor Education Center. The first candy cane hunt is a free-for-all style hunt where participants are separated by age group in different fields. On "GO," you will scramble to find as many candy canes as possible. After you find your fill, head out on a clue driven scavenger hunt to find MORE hidden candy canes all over the Babler Outdoor Education Center. Lastly, take a step inside to make festive crafts, sip on hot cocoa and win prizes! Saturday, December 7 | Babler Outdoor Education Center | 5:30-7 p.m. $9 per person (may sign up to 6 family members) When you are ordering this program, please select 1 adult as the attendee. You will be to prompted to choose your price according to the number of family members attending on a later screen. Do not check each family member attending. -
Family Disney Trivia & Pizza Night
Your family can test their Disney knowledge to determine if you are the ultimate Disney Trivia champions! Engage with friends and meet new families. This program is taught by CE Instructor. *Note: Cheese and pepperoni pizza will be served along with lemonade and water. Please feel free to bring additional snacks (allergy-friendly - no peanuts/tree nuts) and drinks (non-alcoholic). Friday, November 15 | Parkway-Rockwood Community Ed Office 6:30-8:30 p.m. | All ages $19 per person -
Kehrs Mill Family Bonfire Night
Calling all Kehrs Mill Families! Join us for a night of family, friends, and fun! Multiple fire pits will be pre-lit for families to enjoy a campfire and each other's company. When you are ready for adventure, make sure to grab your first clue for an exciting, self-led, glow-in-the-dark scavenger hunt! This year's glow hunt has been updated with all new clues and surprises you won't want to miss. Grab a smore before you go and let us handle all the cleaning at the end of the night. All you need to do is bring a chair, a flashlight, and a sense of adventure! Offered in Partnership between Parkway-Rockwood Community Ed and the Kehrs Mill Elementary PTO, this event will be located at the Babler Outdoor Education Center inside Babler Memorial State Park. Driving directions will be provided in your confirmation email upon registration. Please note this is a family event and parent supervision is required at all times. $5.00 per person *Only one member of your family needs to register, please select the correct number of family members that will attend. -
Little Explorers: Imaginative Play
Imaginative Little Explorers! Accompanied by their adult, little ones will enter a world of make-believe, storytelling and role-playing in a supportive and stimulating environment. This program is taught by CE Instructor. Monday, November 11 | Parkway-Rockwood Community Ed Office | 9-10:30 a.m. Ages 2-5 years $35 Parent must accompany child in class. -
Little Explorers: Parachute Play
Little Explorers, accompanied by their adult, will take an imaginative journey through interactive parachute activities and games promoting sensory exploration, social interaction, and spatial awareness. This program is taught by CE Instructor. Wednesday, December 11 | Parkway-Rockwood Community Ed Office | 9-10:30 a.m. Ages 2-5 years $35 Parent must accompany child in class. -
Plant Based Living
Discover more ways to increase your greens and vegetable intake. Hands-on instruction and healthy desserts made by YOU. Taste samples of healthier dishes and take home recipes so you can make your own healthy meals. Offered in partnership with St Lou Dance Crew. Session 1: Mondays, starts October 7 Session 2: Mondays, starts November 4 St. Lou Dance Crew | 4 sessions | 6:45-7:30 p.m. All ages $129 -
Science with Santa
Ho ho ho! Tackle science experiments, grab a snack, and spend quality time with Santa! More memorable than a photo op, get one-on-one time with Mr. Claus while having fun with science. Guests will travel around to stations of self-led science experiments. With easy-to-follow directions and all the supplies you need, families can spend as much or as little time as desired at each experiment station. Make and take home slime, test your skills with different LEGO challenges, experiment with light refraction and so much more! We are bringing back our most popular experiments from the last two years and adding brand new ones. Saturday, December 14 | Parkway Southwest Middle School All Ages | 9:30-11:30 a.m. $19 per child. Adult supervision is required at all times during the event with no fee for the adult. Gold/Silver Card does not apply. -
Starry Night
Step out into the night air and experience the sky like never before! Learn to read the night sky and discover constellations, planets and the moon. Dates subject to change due to weather. Taught by Community Ed Instructor Kevin Roenecker. Session 1: Thursday, September 19 Session 2: Thursday, December 12 All ages | Babler Outdoor Education Center | 7:30-8:30 p.m. Price $9 per person *Dates subject to change due to the weather -
The Night Sky: Meteor Shower
Join us and witness one of nature’s great shows in the sky! Learn why meteor showers happen and their impact during this fun experience for all ages. Taught by Community Ed Instructor Kevin Roenecker. Session 1: Thursday, October 17 Session 2: Saturday, November 16 All ages | Babler Outdoor Education Center | 7:30-8:30 p.m. Price $9 per person *Dates subject to change due to the weather