Winter Break Events and Services

As students and staff prepare for winter break, a wide range of family activities and community services are available throughout the St. Louis region.
From literacy programs to health services and emergency support, these offerings help families stay engaged, safe, and supported during the colder months.

Literacy and Learning Opportunities - St. Louis Public Library

Music, Movement, and Story time

Take advantage of free literacy and learning opportunities offered by the St. Louis Public Library at locations across the city. Weekly storytime programs are designed to support early literacy development through stories, songs, and interactive activities in a welcoming environment. Storytime sessions are held on Wednesdays at Carpenter and Machacek Libraries from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., with an additional Wednesday session at Schlafly Library from 11:00 to 11:45 a.m. Families can also attend storytime on Thursdays at Kingshighway Library from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., Fridays at Barr Library from 10:30 to 11:00 a.m. and Central Library from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., and Saturdays at Buder Library from 10:00 to 10:30 a.m. These programs provide consistent, no-cost opportunities for children to stay engaged in reading and learning while school is out.

To find all the storytime opportunities available over winter break, visit the SLPL website below.

Explore SLPL Storytimes

In addition to traditional storytime programs, the St. Louis Public Library offers Music and Movement Storytime sessions that encourage early literacy through active play. These programs invite children and caregivers to sing, dance, stretch, and move together while building language and listening skills through music and rhythm. Music and Movement Storytime is held on Mondays at Buder Library from 10:00 to 10:30 a.m. and on Thursdays at Central Library from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., providing families with engaging, no-cost opportunities to support learning and physical activity during the winter season.

Winter Season Services

During winter break, Saint Louis Public Schools wants families to know that support remains available even while school is not in session. The services listed below are provided by trusted community partners and are intended to help families access essential resources and assistance during this time. Sharing this information is part of our ongoing commitment to keeping families informed, supported, and connected throughout the year.

• The City of St. Louis and St. Louis County Departments of Public Health offer a full range of health services, including immunizations, STI testing, and referrals.

• Heat Up St. Louis provides year-round energy assistance for families who need help with heating and utility bills.

• The Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis supports families through utility assistance, food pantry services, employment resources, and community programs.

• Federally qualified health centers, including Peoples Health Clinic and Affinia Healthcare, provide affordable medical care for adults and children, including immunizations and wellness services.

• Saint Louis Crisis Nursery offers temporary care for children during family emergencies, along with food assistance and referrals to long-term support services.

• Better Family Life provides programs focused on food access, utility assistance, housing stability, and family empowerment.