Kids Care Fair
The Kids Care Fair is a fun and easy way for the community to learn of the plans for supporting child care access in our region. No registration. Free to attend. Join us!
Save the Date!
Join us for a fun, family-friendly morning at the Kids Care Fair on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at the Liston Center, 508 N Main, El Dorado Springs, MO.
This event is designed for community leaders, lawmakers, parents, and kids alike. While children enjoy games and activities, adults can explore information and resources focused on improving child care access across our region. We’ll be sharing the plans in the four key areas of child care action developed for Henry, St. Clair, Cedar, and Polk counties—all in a relaxed, welcoming setting where families can enjoy a fun day together.
After 11 months of research and community input, this work reflects the voices and needs of our region. You’ll have a chance to learn what’s coming next and how these efforts aim to support families and child care providers across our four counties. Read more on the child care action plan here.
Event details:
📅 Saturday, March 21, 2026
🕙 10:00 a.m. – Noon
📍 Liston Center, 508 N Main, El Dorado Springs, MO
We’ll host a short presentation at 11:00 a.m., but feel free to stop by at any time and stay as long as you’d like.
What to expect:
- 🎯 Games and activities for kids
- 🚚 Food trucks
- 📍 Information stations
- 🗣️ Short presentation at 11:00 a.m.
- 🎁 Local prize basket drawing
Come and go anytime during the event.
More details will be shared soon—so check back as the date gets closer!
Questions?
Contact Program Manager Patty Cantrell: pcantrell@newgrowthmo.org or 660-476-2185 ext. 6500.
No registration. Free to attend. Join us!
We look forward to seeing families from across the region for a morning of fun, connection, and learning 💛