Longtime St. Charles residents Diana Brown and Gloria Klimek aren’t artists, rather they consider themselves the kind of people who appreciate art and how it can add beauty to their community. A love of art, and a team of individuals united in the belief that art can improve a space and be enjoyed by all
School’s out and there’s fun to be had at STC Underground with several new programs and returning favorites. Programs are geared to 11- to 19-year-olds. “The center is a place for teens to come and hang out with their friends, but also make new friends,” said Abigail Fleming, recreation supervisor for teens and tweens. “It’s
The St. Charles Park District is ready to open a new disc golf course, and a well-loved golf course has a new short-game opportunity as part of its commitment to recreation opportunities for all ages. Laura Rudow, superintendent of parks and planning and deputy director for the St. Charles Park District, said it’s exciting to
Race a pickle through a park, enjoy movies and music under the stars and cruise into a summer sunset on the Fox River as the St. Charles Park District launches a full lineup of seasonal events and experiences for all ages. Whether planning a family outing, date night or evening with friends, the park district
Just about a mile walk from Hickory Knolls Discovery Center sits a small, but distinctive, natural space. It’s here where longtime naturalist Pam Otto likes to sit and take in the view. “It’s up on a hill, and when there’s foliage on the trees, you can’t see roads and the sound of traffic is absorbed,”
From the first time picking up a racket to leveling up one’s game, the St. Charles Park District has designed a tennis program that will serve up a win when it comes to helping today’s youth develop a love for the game. “Young people can discover they thrive as an individual in the sport,” said
The St. Charles Park District’s summer concert series returns this summer every Thursday at 7pm in Lincoln Park downtown St. Charles! These free concerts epitomize the best of small-town living as the community comes together to enjoy an evening of musical talent to rival anything seen in the big city to our east. What gets
Farm-fresh meals. Check. Quality time with the kids. Check. Learning important new skills. Big check. A new partnership between the St. Charles Park District and Geneva-based The Garden Plate is ticking all the boxes with its new series at Primrose Farm this summer. The Garden Plate Cooking Series is a chance for kids ages 3
Pools Open May 23 Put the reminders in the calendar and dust off the inflatables it’s time to head to the St. Charles Park District pools for a splash of fun this summer. Each summer the staff create a calendar full of events, from theme days to recognizing the diligent and detailed work of the
The St. Charles area offers more than 20 miles of scenic trails, inviting residents and visitors to explore everything from quiet neighborhood loops to expansive regional routes. Whether you’re cycling along the Randall Road Trail or setting out for a longer ride on the Fox River or Great Western Trails, there’s no shortage of ways
