Summer day camps are where unforgettable childhood memories are made—filled with sunshine, laughter, and nonstop adventure. For school-age kids, each day brings something new, from games and outdoor exploration to creative activities and new friendships that can last a lifetime. “Nature camps are a mixture of themed activities and general camp fun, designed to encourage
Those looking for a party that is anything but run-of-the-mill need not look any further. St. Charles Park District facilities, Primrose Farm and Hickory Knolls Discovery Center, both offer out-of-the-ordinary birthday party packages. Birthday parties at Primrose Farm are offered on weekdays and Saturdays all year long. These 90-minute celebrations include a tour of the
Spring Wildlife Thrives in St. Charles Parks Taking a springtime stroll through the trails in St. Charles offers moments of serenity and great wildlife sightings, like catching an egret fishing for its lunch or listening to a serenade from chorus frogs. Within the St. Charles Park District community, it’s possible to visit wetlands, woods and
Planning a party? Consider a venue that is not only fun but really sets a special occasion apart. That’s just what’s on offer with a private charter of a paddlewheel riverboat. “Riverboat cruises offer a shared experience that feels truly special and out of the ordinary,” said Tera Harvey, manager of cruise operations for the
Primrose Farm Classes for Adults 50+ In these modern times, there’s something truly satisfying about creating something entirely from scratch. Primrose Farm allows for this unique experience with a wide range of classes and programs, including upcoming classes featuring cooking, baking and soap-making specially geared to adults 50 and older. “Many of these classes are
When Geneva resident Karen Laukaitis retired from her role as an elementary school teacher she wasn’t quite ready to give up her classroom. She still wanted the joy of helping young ones discover the magic of sounds, shapes and colors and has found it as an instructor for the St. Charles Park District’s Early Childhood
Dance Classes Designed for Youth Time to twirl, spin and move those feet as the St. Charles Park District invites children to dip their little toes into the dance world exploring movement and creativity as well as begin understanding ballet terminology in its seasonal dance sessions. These programs are perfect as first-time exposure to exploring
Parents and caregivers whose schedules conflict with school times can find a solution close to home with the before- and after-school programs offered by the St. Charles Park District. Before the Bell begins at 7 a.m. and takes place at Bell Graham, Davis, Ferson Creek and Munhall schools “Before the Bell is a more quiet
Coding is the foundation of robotics, creating mobile applications and many more elements in our everyday lives and through the St. Charles Park District’s great partnership with the locally based company children as young as 6 can engage in hands-on learning. Children can explore the elements of coding from robotics to designing new apps with
