October calendars can quickly fill up with autumn festivals, costume parties and pumpkin carving, so why not slow down to enjoy the beauty of the season with an old-fashioned hayride and bonfire at Primrose Farm in St. Charles? Moonlight hayrides are offered at 5:30pm, 6:30pm, and 7:30pm Friday, October 12, Saturday, October 13, Friday, October […]
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As your children are gobbling up their scrambled eggs or chugging their milk, they may not think twice about how their food goes from farm to table. But with a little help from Primrose Farm, they can learn about the process while being a part of it. Primrose Drop-In Programs give guests a behind-the-scenes experience […]
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Does your child love Nerf guns? Does he turn your house into a battleground, using your furniture as a fort? Do he and his friends shoot Nerf darts at each other, tackling anyone who gets in the way? If your answer is yes, your child is the perfect recruit for Nerf Night at the St. […]
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It may not be time for costumes and candy, but two upcoming events this October is sure to be put you in the Halloween spirit. Teaming up again this year is the St. Charles Park District and the St. Charles History Museum to provide the family-friendly Grave Reminders and the adults-only Mystery History Food Crawl. […]
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The St. Charles Park District welcomed Sheldon ‘Shelly’ Eggwards to his new home in Pottawatomie Park today. Generously donated by the Sterling ‘Stu’ Ainsworth Family, the sculpture is located along the pathway by the miniature golf course. Sculpted by artist Kimber Fiebiger, who also created Mr. Eggwards permanently located in Mt. St. Mary Park, one […]
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If you prefer working out with friends but also want the benefits of personal training, sign-up for Small Group Training at Pottawatomie Community Center in St. Charles. This new, bootcamp-style program will challenge your body but not your wallet, as you meet personal fitness goals on your schedule, with your buddies. “Small group training allows […]
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As visitors walk through the Hickory Knolls prairie they may notice the tall grasses and bright goldenrod swaying in the breeze, monarch butterflies fluttering above, hummingbirds flitting about and maybe a chipmunk scurrying through the native plants. What they will not see as they enjoy this beautiful scene is the hard work and dedication by […]
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Say hello to fall with a unique night out, sipping, sampling and strolling along the Fox River Trail during the Sunset Cider Stroll Friday, September 21. From 5-7pm this adults-only, St. Charles Park District event promotes a social and relaxing night to celebrate the autumn equinox. The evening will begin by checking in at The […]
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From toddlers wiggling to the beat of the music to teens pirouetting on the stage, the St. Charles Park District has a dance program to accommodate all ages, interests and levels. Registration is still open for the Dance Recital Program and Seasonal Dance classes. The Dance Recital Program commits dancers to one class each week […]
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Parents know all too well that the struggle is real in getting children away from their tablets and outside for unstructured, creative play. In recognizing the need to connect families with the natural world, the St. Charles Park District is participating in the national week-long program Take a Child Outside from Saturday, September 22, to […]
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