Everyone goes outTo enjoy their festivalsPraying for no rain National Park Service Junior Ranger DayWhen/Where: 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Saturday at the Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site 7400 Grant RdWhy Go: Kids can explore the park as rangers in training, earning badges, patches and certificates through completing educational activities.Cost: Free Falsetto Boy, O Fool, Navigator and Christopher StealyWhen/Where: 8 p.m. - 11:30 p.m. Friday at Cranky Yellow, 2847 Cherokee StreetWhy go: Cool down and mood out to these great indie acts, including Falsetto Boy, who has been featured on Kirkwood-…

It's spring time for real now. Get out there and find the eggs, smell the animals and enjoy the music. Shrewsbury Adult Easter Egg HuntWhen/Where: 8 p.m. on Friday, at Shrewsbury City Center, 5200 ShrewsburyWhy Go: Kids shouldn’t have all the egg-related fun. Get some adults, some adult beverages and some flashlights and spend the evening searching for treasure-filled eggs in the night air.Cost: $5 in advance, $10 at the door. Shrewsbury Children's Easter Egg HuntWhen/Where: 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m. on Saturday, at Shrewsbury City Center, 5200 ShrewsburyWhy Go: I guess we can let kids have a little…

It might rain this weekend, but that shouldn't stop you from getting out there and enjoying your weekend. Here are four good indoor events to keep you busy—and one outdoor activity if the sun shows. Shrewsbury Spring Cleaning SaleWhen/Where: 8 a.m. Saturday, Shrewsbury City Center, 5200 Shrewsbury Ave.Why Go: Don’t horde it, sell it! Get that junk out of your life—you will save yourself light and space and time. Rent a table from the Shrewsbury Parks and Recreation department and sell your clutter. Or, if you find yourself in need of possessions, go hunt for bargains.Cost: Free to attend: $15…

This week, we've got a symphony (with goblins!), an Easter egg hunt (for adults!), a wine tasting (with pretzels!), a poker tournament (for charity!) and a fish fry (with fish!). Symphony Performance of The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the RingWhen/Where: 7 p.m. on Friday, 7 p.m. on Sunday and 2 p.m. on Sunday at 718 N Grand Blvd.Why Go: Hear the magical score of the epic fantasy masterpiece performed in its full glory by the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra, St. Louis Symphony Chorus and St. Louis Children's Choirs. It’s your chance to soothe both your love of high culture and your inner…

This week we've got movies and music, hoops and trivia. And, if you are looking to stay in, stop by a book sale. Lindbergh High Film FestivalWhen/Where: 6 p.m. Friday at Lindbergh High School, 5000 S. Lindbergh Blvd.Why Go: Everyone likes movies, even short ones! Check out these short films by talented Lindbergh High School students. Films will be judged by professional critics.Pricing: Free, but canned food products will be collected for local food pantries Lindbergh Faculty Basketball GameWhen/Where: 6:45 p.m. Saturday at Lindbergh High School, 5000 S. Lindbergh Blvd.Why Go: Come see …

Friday brings fried fish, Saturday bears charitable trivia and Sunday is all about beads. In between, slip in a trip to the circus in St. Charles or Laumeier Sculpture Park in Sunset Hills. Know about something we don't? Share it in the comments. Trivia Night for Gravois Kiwanis ClubWhen/Where: 6 p.m. Saturday, March 19 at Seven Holy Founders, 6820 Aliceton AveWhy Go: Raise money for local children's charities, while matching up your trivia prowess with other members of the community.Pricing: $20 per person, $150 for a table of eight Fish Fry at St. Mark's Catholic ChurchWhen/Where: 4:30 - 7 …

This week, we've got a good variety of activities to get you out of the house and, in some cases, out of town. Learn some carpentry projects, try your luck at a benefit auction or trivia, or check out some art, music and beer. Do you know something we don't know? Share your own events/ideas in the comments. Ms. Fix-it WorkshopWhen/Where: 9 a.m. - noon on Saturday, March 12 at St. Louis Carpenters Joint Apprenticeship Program, 8300 Valcour AveWhy Go: Women are capable of building and fixing things just as well as men are, and it's time to prove it. You will learn the basics of carpentry and …

This weekend, we've got bargain shopping at a flea market, chili and trivia fundraisers and of course the Mardi Gras parade in Soulard. Take your pick, and let us know how it was. Have something better to do? Tell us about it in the comments. Affton Spring Flea MarketWhen/Where: 8 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Saturday, March 5 at Affton High School, 8309 Mackenzie road, AfftonWhy Go: It's like the ultimate garage sale. Plenty of treasures to be found, at "get this out of my house" prices. Free parking and food available for purchase.Pricing: Free admission, bring cash for purchases River City Grand Mardi…

There are plenty of opportunities to get out of the house this weekend, whether you're raising money for local schools at a formal auction or a bowling alley, or enjoying some theatre. Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre by Affton CenterstageWhen/Where: 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 25 and Saturday, Feb. 26, at Crestwood Court, 109 Crestwood PlzWhy Go: How often do you get to witness a murder during dinner, and gather clues over dessert? Hopefully not often.Pricing: $25, includes dinner and a show. Cash bar available as well. Providence Academy Auction GalaWhen/Where: 6 p.m. Friday, Feb. 25, at Two Hearts …

With everything going on this three-day weekend, there is no excuse to stay in and be bored. Geek out Friday night, spend Saturday and Sunday with some modern art and classic Shakespeare, and top off the weekend with chili and healthy foods. Aficionerdo!? at Sci-Fi Lounge in CrestwoodWhen/Where: This event takes place from 8-11 p.m. Friday, Feb. 18 at Sci-Fi Lounge in Crestwood Court, 201 Crestwood Plaza.Why Go: Embrace your inner nerd with arcade games and sci-fi flicks, while jamming to live electronic tunes provided by Kid Counselor, Ra Cailum, and Since 1902.Pricing: This event costs $2…

It's that time of week again—time to start thinking about what to do with yourself this weekend. Whether you're looking for something fun to do with the family, want to take a sibling out for some quality bonding time, or you're just looking for a cheap but awesome date, we've got you covered. Shake Through AfricaWhere/When: Tesson Ferry Library, 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 12Why Go: It's a free event, and the kiddos will get to learn about another culture and play with African instruments like the marimba, shakers and hand drum. Plus, you probably have library books to return anyway.Pricing: Free…