If there’s someone you know who is dreaming about learning to ride a horse the St. Charles Park District can put you in the saddle and fulfill those wishes. For more than 20 years the St. Charles Park District has partnered with local horse farms to offer classes for beginners of all ages. The strong […]
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A recent shoreline stabilization project at the Pottawatomie Golf Course has preserved and saved the picturesque island green that draws so many to the historic 9-hole course. Work began in February 2020 to build a 218-foot timber wall to stabilize the east side of the island green that had been eroding into the river for […]
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Warm up the arm, perfect the arc and bring your discs for the St. Charles Park District’s first ever Disc Golf Frenzy. This recreational tournament is slated for Saturday, Aug. 8 at the Disc Golf course at James O. Breen Community Park. The tournament is open to all skill levels, and participants must be at […]
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This summer explore the outdoor art gallery that is Mt. St. Mary Park. Take a stroll along the winding path to witness the artistic diversity of the latest installment of sculptures in the annual Sculptures in the Park exhibit in St. Charles. Sculpture in the Park remains a success attracting artists near and far, enhancing […]
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Whether you added a new four-legged friend to your family in the last few months or you’ve had canine companions for years, there’s no better time to treat them and yourselves to some exercise and a chance to mingle with other pet owners. Join the St. Charles Park District’s new Morning with your Mutt on […]
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A favorite activity for many children in kindergarten is watching tiny chicks hatch from eggs right in their own classroom. And even though coronavirus has made that impossible this year, students and families can experience egg incubation virtually through Primrose Farm. By visiting the farm’s e-learning page, little ones and adults alike will delight in […]
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Discover the physical and mental benefits of fitness whether you’re working out at home or in a small setting outside in the fresh air. A Virtual Family Yoga series, available to parents, grandparents, caregivers and kids of all ages, offers an opportunity to connect through fun activities, teamwork exercises and breathing techniques. It’s a great […]
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Looking for creative inspiration for your backyard garden? Ponder the possibilities as you stroll through the Native Plant Demonstration Garden on the west side of the Pottawatomie Community Center. Featuring native trees, shrubs, wild flowers, grasses, sedges, ferns and vines, the 35,000-square-foot garden situated along the Fox River will give you plenty of ideas to […]
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Take in the beauty of the Fox Valley this summer aboard an historic paddlewheel riverboat – an iconic attraction in St. Charles for more than 75 years. This recreational activity that has spanned generations began in 1945 when the late Chet Anderson bought his first paddlewheel riverboat to charter cruises up and down the Fox […]
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Now recognized as one of the country’s most popular outdoor activities, birdwatching—or birding, for short–is one of those exceptional hobbies that require little in the way of monetary investment, physical prowess, or special equipment. Oh, a good pair of binoculars is nice and a detailed field guide can come in handy, but you can easily […]
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