Tiny Tritons is a series presented by the Office of Student Involvement with our UMSL families in mind! We offer FREE programs that are geared towards children ages 3 to 12. Whether you are an UMSL student, staff member, or faculty member any child aged 3-12 is welcome! Events vary from educational, physical, crafts, and just plain fun. Invite your friends and family to also enjoy these free and kid-safe events. Email us at tinytritons@umsl.edu with any questions!
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All events begin at 10:00 AM and will be in various locations listed below. RSVP to let us know you will be there!
Bounce-A-Rama | September 14th, 2024 | RWC East Lawn
Get ready to bounce into the school year at our welcome bash! Join us for a day of celebration with laughter and joy. Our event will feature a selection of bounce houses, perfect for kids of all ages to enjoy. Don't miss out on the fun – come bounce with us and let the festivities begin!
Trunk or Treat | October 26th, 2024 | MSC Parking Lot E
Trunk or Treat is a service event that is geared towards UMSL families and the surrounding community. It is intended to provide a safe and a fun way for families to enjoy Halloween festivities.
The attendees will be able to walk from trunk or trunk and enjoy the "Trunk-or-Treating." Attendees will be able to get a goody bag filled with candy and toys. We will be providing candy, peanut free, and non candy bags. All while supplies last!
We will have a face painter, balloon artist, ice cream truck, and of course - CANDY :)
Family Zumba with RWC | November 16th, 2024 | RWC Studio 4
Time to move and grove! Tiny Tritons come join the Office of Student Involvement and the Recreation & Wellness Center for a day of Zumba! Zumba is a fitness program that involves cardio and Latin-inspired dance. Come shake your body to the beat!
Frost Fest! | December 7th, 2024 | MSC Century Room BC
Embrace the winter wonderland at Frost Fest, where the magic of the season comes to life! Join us for a day of frosty fun and exciting winter activities that will warm your heart. Warm up with hot cocoa and tasty treats as you take in the breathtaking beauty of the snowy landscape. With music, games, and plenty of laughter, Frost Fest is the ultimate celebration of winter.
Magic Extravaganza | January 18th, 2025 | MSC Century Room C
Calling all Tiny Tritons! Join us for an morning of magic and fun! We have comedy, magic, and you'll see some cool tricks. You don't want to miss this event with the Office of Student Involvement
Homecoming Pancake Breakfast | February 22nd, 2025 | MSC Century Room ABC
Join Tiny Tritons for our annual Homecoming Breakfast! Wear your PJs and come grab a stack of pancakes! We have lots of fun activities planned including a live performance with pancake art (featuring Dr. Dan the Pancake Man from Dancakes), games, and other activities! Bring your family and friends to this fun and free event!
The Reptile Experience w/ Serengeti Steve | March 22nd, 2025 | MSC Century Room C
Does your Tiny Triton love arachnids and reptiles? Then this event is for them! Join us as Serengeti Steve shows and tells us all about his awesome animals. There will be volunteers called up and children can hold the different animals. We hope to see you there!
Game-A-Palooza | April 12th, 2025 | MSC Parking Lot E
Calling all gamers! Join the Office of Student Involvement for some fun video games! From Minecraft to Fortnite, Mario to Fifa, we have games for you.This event is for UMSL members with a Tiny Triton between the ages of 3-12.
Tiny Triton Events are open to UMSL students, faculty, and staff who know of any child between the ages of 3 and 12.
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Learn more about the Triton Food Pantry.
Learn to draw with kid-friendly art tutorials from Art for Kids Hub videos
How to draw anything from numbers video from Robin Art School
Make homemade play dough with Play Doh Kitchen using common household ingredients
Grab some LEGOS, and learn how to create a dinosaur or build a house
DIY your own superhero cape & mask with a tutorial from Parents
Create your very own origami dog using a Craft TV - Origami video
Grab some paper, a pen, and get drawing with Lunch Doodles with Mo Willems
Test out the walking water science experiment with Ryan's World
More stay at home easy DIY science experiments with Ryan's World
Hang out with Bill Nye and experiment with at home science demos
Learn more about science through hands-on activities with the Science Mom
Stay active, mindful, and relaxed with Cosmic Kids Yoga videos
Learn popular kid-friendly TikTok dances with a tutorial by Kidstylista
Dance to I like to Move It with Zumba with Dovydas
Workout as a family with POPSUGAR Fitness Family Fun Cardio workout
Toddler dance class with Sam Cam's Dance Studio
Create your own at-home scavenger hunt with the Goosechase app
Sing, dance, laugh, and play with Music Monkey Jungle
Play along with Linton Music Peanut Butter and Jam Sessions
Music lesson compilation for kids with Prodigies Music Lessons
Listen to your favorite Disney songs on DisneyMusicVEVO
Try your hand at pancake art like our friends at Dancakes
Bake some easy mug brownies with instructions from FullTimeKid
Enjoy an afternoon treat - homemade ice cream - with FullTimeKid
Take a virtual tour to the top of the St. Louis Gateway Arch
Explore the hidden treasures of the Missouri and Mississippi waterways with the St. Louis Aquarium
See what's happening at the St. Louis Zoo through videos on ZooTube
Explore the planet of Mars on the Curiosity Rover
Discover new zoo animals with Philadelphia Zoo at 2
Brave Wilderness is sharing exotic animal videos
Do you enjoy working with children? Are you a responsible and reliable human? Do you need to complete community hours? Please consider volunteering with Tiny Tritons! If you are interested in helping with these events please email us at tinytritons@umsl.edu!
