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From a dashing scene in a movie or an eagerness to hold a sword, fencing is a sport that calls to many. For those craving an opportunity to pick up a sword the St. Charles Park District has answered the call for the last 15 years, hosting fencing classes for first-time through intermediate students lead
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Garden Plots Available for Rent As winter recedes and the air warms with the promise of spring, thoughts turn to sun-ripened tomatoes, zesty peppers, and cucumbers right off the vine. The growing season is nearly here, and the St. Charles Park District can help turn thoughts into actions by way of its garden plot program.
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The Adult Activity Center is rolling out a number of trips to new and exciting destinations this spring. Operated by the St. Charles Park District, the Adult Activity Center serves community members 50 years of age and older. First up is the Progressive Tour of River Glen of St. Charles, a center which offers independent
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Community members are invited to create magical memories with their little one when they make music at upcoming St. Charles Park District programs. Music and related activities are key for cognitive development in young children, said Kara Guizzetti-Reif, early childhood and preschool supervisor for the park district. “The benefits of time spent singing and playing
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Even with outdoor temps hovering in single digits, there’s no staying indoors for Ryan Solomon, ecological restoration supervisor for the St. Charles Park District. Year-round Solomon and his crew tend to the park district’s 400+ acres of natural areas, including savannahs, wetlands and woodlands. And before the spring thaw and first buds push through the
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Cooking can, at times, feel like an arduous task. But upcoming St. Charles Park District programs led by cookbook author and holistic nutrition and cooking coach Donna Fatigato have the recipe for fun. Up first is Food Prep Made Simple. This program for those 16 and older takes participants through the process of selecting and
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Spring is a time of renewal when the earth awakens and bursts with new life. And now is the perfect time for tweens and teens to explore new interests at the St. Charles Park District. With classes ranging from theatre production and all sorts of fitness opportunities to casting a new interest in fishing or
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Spy a red cardinal in the bare branches of a tree and count the sparrows huddled for warmth when the St. Charles Park District participates in the Great Backyard Bird Count this February. The St. Charles Park District, in partnership with the Kane County Audubon will be participating in the annual multi-day Bird Count, explained
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Assistant Superintendent of Recreation Taylor Krawczyk of the St. Charles Park District was recently honored with the Illinois Park & Recreation Association’s (IPRA) Young Professional of the Year Award for her commitment and excellent service to parks and recreation. Ms. Krawczyk was recognized during the annual Soaring to New Height Conference, held at the Hyatt
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Cardiovascular exercise is key for a healthy lifestyle, but increasing your heart rate also often means an increase in stress on joints and ligaments. Those seeking a low-impact (and indoor) alternative to classic forms of cardio are in luck as the St. Charles Park District provides a number of opportunities to explore rowing this winter.
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New and improved areas to play, learn and have fun are part of the continual updates and improvements for the St. Charles Park District. The past year has been a busy one for the park district in the cycle of improving amenities. Two of the biggest projects completed this year were the completion of the
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Geneva couple proves ballroom styles still rule the dance floor From ballroom to the bachata, salsa and swing, there’s room for everyone on the dance floor at the St. Charles Park District’s series of classes for adults. This fall and winter the St. Charles Park District will offer its traditional classes for individuals, including salsa
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Tomatoes are ripe, sunflowers have grown tall and the new building to house staff offices and agricultural programming is ready to open at Primrose Farm in St. Charles. The St. Charles Park District is ready for the opening of its newest and fully accessible facility that will bring year-round programs and improved experiences for visitors
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Flexibility, friendships and of course fun are the three staples when it comes to fitness classes offered at the St. Charles Park District. Several fitness classes in addition to monthly programs featuring educational topics, social opportunities and day trips are planned each season for those age 50 and older. One of the most popular fitness
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Monarch butterflies are graceful, seemingly fragile creatures. But these orange and black beauties are capable of an astonishing trek, traveling from eastern North America all the way to the mountains of Mexico in an annual mass migration. Their epic journey will be spotlighted during the St. Charles Park District’s upcoming program, Monarchs & Mimosas. Taking
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Four (four-year term) positions will be up for election to the office of Commissioner of the St. Charles Park District Board on April 1, 2025. Potential candidates may pick up election information packets beginning August 14, 2024 at Baker Community Center, located at 101 South Second Street, St. Charles, Illinois during normal business hours: Monday
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Imagine a rec room where teens can laugh, play ping pong and meet up with friends. There’s always someone to chat with, a comfy chair and it’s hard to be bored with games and activities around. In St. Charles, this is the STC Underground. St. Charles Park District supports the goal of having a place
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A rolling course dotted with trees and complete with open fairways awaits players at Pottawatomie Golf Course. Dating back to 1939, the St. Charles Park District facility sits along the banks of the mighty Fox River and provides golfers with nine challenging holes. Those 60 and older who want to play through are invited to
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It’s a joy to cruise the Fox River on a sunny summer day, taking in the sights on the water and along its banks, but soaking up the passing scenery from aboard an old-fashioned riverboat brings the experience to a whole new level. This season, the St. Charles Park District is unveiling several brand-new events
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With live music, movies in the park and playground playdates there is always something fun and free to enjoy with the St. Charles Park District. Keep those extra pop-up chairs and picnic blankets in the car and mark the calendars for 7 p.m. Thursday nights at Lincoln Park for the St. Charles Park District’s Concerts
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For a chance to work with a great team and start each day with a smile, join the before and after school care teams at the St. Charles Park District. St. Charles Community Unit School District 303 has implemented changes and the school day for elementary students will begin at 9:05 a.m. St. Charles Park
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Archery classes draw interest from all ages Draw back the bow, keep an eye on the target and discover the fun and challenges of archery. The sport featuring a bow and arrows has seen an uptick in interest as youth and adults. The St. Charles Park District offers beginning and intermediate archery classes taught by
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River View Miniature Golf Course is a great place to create lasting family memories and enjoy the leisurely days and long evenings that only summer can bring. “What people enjoy most is the golf course’s stunning setting along the river, which offers a picturesque backdrop for a round,” said Cayla Greenfield, manager of the St.
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The St. Charles Park District’s summer concert series in partnership with presenting sponsor Hawk Auto: Ford & Nissan return 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
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Drinking water is important any day of the year, but when the temperatures climb, it’s essential to reach for that water bottle often. And this summer, that hero of hydration can get a whole new look courtesy of a brand-new program from the St. Charles Park District. Inspired by a similar program from the National
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Swim safety at the core of swim instruction at STC pools As the summer sun pours out of the sky there is nothing more refreshing than the splash of cool water. But the allure of a backyard or community pool can quickly turn to danger for individuals who lack basic swim skills and an understanding
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School is out for the summer, but that doesn’t mean the learning stops. The St. Charles Park District offers a number of sports camps that focus not only on learning new athletic skills, but the importance of persistence, teamwork and sportsmanship. “With our sports camps, kids get to interact with new people as well as
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It’s heating up outside, so that can only mean one thing—it’s time to head to the pool. Plenty of special events and theme days are on deck at both Otter Cove Aquatic Park and Swanson Pool to kick off the season. Both facilities open Memorial Day weekend. “Otter Cove’s Water Fun for Everyone tagline is
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Nestled along the Fox River, Pottawatomie Park in St. Charles has several great ways for visitors to enjoy the river without breaking the budget for fun. Get a new perspective of downtown St. Charles while paddling down the river. Plus, kayaking is a great cardio workout. The St. Charles Park District offers four, single-person kayaks
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Softball league brings friends together on the field It started as a fun way to get together with friends once a week, and it’s become a summertime tradition. If it’s Wednesday in the summer then St. Charles residents Bethany and Ben Fowler are at the Pottawatomie Park softball fields. Since 2017 they have rounded up
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