Imagine the look on your child’s face when they receive a letter with their name on it, postmarked from the North Pole. Can you picture the joy in their eyes and the magic of the season come alive? Make it a reality with a few easy steps by registering for a personalized letter from Santa […]
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Annual holiday event offers more entertainment and prizes “What a bright time, it’s the right time” to register for the St. Charles Park District’s Jingle Bell Bash for individuals age 50 and older. From 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 6, attendees will have the opportunity to “mix and a-mingle” with lunch, dancing, games and […]
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Give your little one the opportunity to become a scientist, a paleontologist or an astronaut during Wild Wednesdays this winter at Hickory Knolls Discovery Center. With monthly themes from December through March, children’s imaginations will take over as they learn about wildlife, ice and snow, dinosaurs and space. Each month promises a fun, play-based learning […]
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The box turtles at Hickory Knolls Discovery Center normally do not shy away from attention. Among the several different species cared for by dedicated staff, the box turtles are used to all eyes on them, as they entertain families with their slow movements and gentle demeanor, and educate children during camps and in classrooms. They […]
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If you’re looking to improve your overall athletic ability, sports game or general health, Kale Training is the place to be. Whether you’re hoping to improve speed, agility, flexibility, strength, power or all of the above, Kale Training owner Kale Hoyt can help you meet your sports performance goals. Hoyt, a certified strength and conditioning […]
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Park District rentals accommodate all sizes, styles and occasions The date’s set, the guest list is written and your Pinterest board is exploding with party theme ideas. Now it’s time to find a venue for your upcoming event. Whether it’s a milestone birthday or anniversary, memorial, fundraiser or wedding, the St. Charles Park District has […]
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Nature play area provides endless unstructured fun On one side of the Hickory Knolls Hideout, 2-year-old Michael Elia is venturing across a long tree trunk laying on the ground, carefully putting one foot in front of the other until he makes it to the end. He jumps down and exclaims, “I did it!” to his […]
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ComEd and Openlands awarded the St. Charles Park District a $6,450 environmental grant through the annual ComEd Green Region Program to fund a restoration project at Otter Creek Bend Wetland Park. Located along Crane Road, between Bolcum Road and Silver Glen Road, this 71.9-acre park features a model, restored wetland with interpretive signage, gravel walking […]
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On any given day the St. Charles Park District Adult Activity Center is bustling with members engaged in various pastimes. You’ll find seniors ages 50 and up playing Pinochle in one room, practicing shots around the pool table or building a high-score in Scrabble. No matter what activity, there is truly something for everyone. For […]
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Hickory Knolls Camp Counselor Leads from Experience Tyson Jenkins’ time at Hickory Knolls has come full circle. As a child he was a curious camper, realizing at an early age that his love for nature extended beyond camp hours. As he got older he moved into a counselor-in-training role, then camp counselor aide and this […]
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