Parents, please join us for dinner and a presentation to learn more about Flance’s new partnership with Home Works! Free childcare and a meal will be provided as long as you RSVP by Sept. 14th.

Home Works creates a bridge between a child’s school and family, increasing families’ confidence and ability to support learning at home and improving classroom outcomes. RSVP here.

Join us for a back-to-school themed friend- and fund-raiser (adults only please) on Wednesday, August 12th at Flance from 4:30PM to 6:30PM. This happy hour event will feature delicious snacks, drinks and fun! Come hear what Flance has been up to as well as what we’re excited about in the new school year ahead. For entry, please donate $25 online or simply bring new, unopened school supplies as your “ticket.” Questions? Email Lauren at lwiggins@flancecenter.org.

Join us for this month’s Family Friday — our third annual FOAM Party! Music, popsicles, a whole lot o’ foam! What could be better? Please bring a towel and a change of clothes for the ride home — possibly for your kiddo(s) AND yourself (depending on how much fun you want to have :)).

The Block Party celebration of the year — and Flance’s largest fundraiser — returns June 5th this year. This completely free event features live music, make-and-take art and crafts, delicious food and lots of family fun. This year’s Pinwheel of Excellence Honoree will be PNC Bank, who is being honored for their commitment to championing children at Flance, across St. Louis and beyond.

Mark your calendars for this year's Wishing Well Ceremony on Thursday, May 28th at 3PM. We’ll celebrate Flance kiddos transitioning to kindergarten and other programs.

Join us Wednesday, April 29th at 4PM at Flance Early Learning Center to learn more about Nine PBS's educational media offerings for children and grab a take-home food box while you're here.

Flance will host our Fifth Annual Advocacy Luncheon at the St. Louis Women’s Club courtesy of dear friends and current and former board members Alison Ferring and Karen Shaughnessy. This event will feature a delicious lunch and presentation from Deaconess Foundation President and CEO Bethany Johnson-Javois. The Event is free but RSVP’s are required. RSVP by April 9th: https://forms.gle/DPDQSkhaiEhNowe5A

Calling all Friends of Flance — do you know someone who might like to become involved with Flance, whether through volunteering, philanthropy, board or committee work or otherwise? This Holiday Happy Hour is the perfect opportunity to invite them along and introduce them to the great work we all do together on behalf of children and families. RSVP by Nov. 6th and join us — the more the merrier!

Join us for our fifth annual Food, Arts and Music Festival as we celebrate the beautiful array of cultures represented here at Flance, throughout the city and around the world. Enjoy delicious food, live performances and plenty of family fun. This event is free to attend for both families and community.

Our pre-k kids are off for some fall fun at Grant’s Farm! Parents are welcome as chaperones. Please speak with your child’s educators if you would like more information.

Join us for an evening of fun connection for a great cause as we kick off a new school year.

Event Highlights:

- Science Mixology Class: Unleash your inner mixologist with fun, hands-on experiments.

- Art Projects: Let your creativity flow with engaging art activities.

- Physical Education Games: Get active and have fun with games designed for all ages.

- Music from DJ Maxa

- Delicious Appetizers & Drinks

“Tickets” are just $25 (Donate directly to Flance here and select Cocktails for Kids), or gain admission for free with a $25 school supply donation at the door.

Your contribution will directly support our programs and help us provide essential supplies for our children. Thank you!

This was such a hit last summer we've been asked many times since by parents and staff if it can happen again -- and it is. Come prepared to get foamy and bring an extra towel(s) for the car ride home.