As the heat and noise of a summer day gives way to evening the shoreline along the Fox River in St. Charles becomes a popular spot for wildlife to emerge with deer drinking from the water’s edge or birds swooping in for a dinner of insects or fish. “The riverboat moves at a slower pace […]
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Now more than ever, children and adults need an outlet to recharge their physical, social and emotional health. Finding a hobby, sport or regular activity can refuel the mind and body, and Sportsplex is here to help by continuing to offer soccer leagues and skills training this fall. From preschoolers to adults, the St. Charles […]
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Inclusive programs give individuals with special needs opportunity for success As a founding member of the Fox Valley Special Recreation Association, the St. Charles Park District has offered inclusive opportunities for residents with special needs since 1976. This partnership with FVSRA allows individuals – from children to adults — with special needs to participate in […]
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Receive news about last minute closures or programming changes from the St. Charles Park District on your smart phone. This summer the St. Charles Park District teamed up with the free app Rainout Line, available for Apple and Android phones. Download the free app and subscribe to the St. Charles Park District notifications to stay […]
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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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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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