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St. Charles Park District News - April 2016
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Critters Create Seasonal Fun at Hickory Knolls Discovery Center

Lions, and tigers and bears - oh, my! These may have given Dorothy, the Scarecrow and the Tin Man "paws" on the Yellow Brick Road to Oz, but critters of a different sort give visitors to the Hickory Knolls Discovery Center no reason to shiver in their ruby slippers. From its warm and cuddly resident rabbit to its engaging endangered Blanding's Turtles, the Discovery Center is filled with fascinating, furry and fun critters of all sorts, all ready to strut their stuff and show off their special characteristics.  Click to continue reading
Volunteers Recognized for Contributions to St. Charles
Park District

Members of the Community Unit School District 303 "On the Job Training" program were honored by the St. Charles Park District with its "Volunteer Spotlight" award at a program held at Hickory Knolls Discovery Center on February 23.

The annual event recognizes the significant and essential contributions volunteers make to the smooth and efficient operation of numerous park district functions and facilities, according to Lara Piner, Volunteer Program Supervisor.   Click to continue reading 
Need an excuse to get out of the house?

Come sip coffee and socialize with other parents while your little farmer plays! Each playgroup will  be hosted by a Primrose Farmer and will feature a barnyard tour and either a story, craft or activity in the Summer Kitchen. Snacks and beverages will be available for everyone! After the playgroup, stick around to walk a nature trail, take pictures on a vintage tractor or help in the vegetable garden.

Ages 1+
Fridays  /  9-10:30am
April 8  (#9309)  /  May 13  (#9310)
RES $5/NR $7.50
(Click code #s above to register)

5N726 Crane Road, St. Charles, IL
Calling all knitters, crocheters and quilters!

Meet Primrose Farm's sheep and learn how their wool is made into yarn. See washing, carding and spinning demonstrations. Join other participants in the summer kitchen where you can work on your latest project, brainstorm new ideas, listen to 1930s music and enjoy tea and cookies made on the woodstove. 

Ages 10+
Saturday, April 23  /  1-4pm
RES $10/NR $15  (#9313)
Click here to register
5N726 Crane Road, St. Charles, IL
Come prepared to be treated like a princess for the day!

We will make natural beauty items and a craft to take home. This spa day is designed to nourish the beauty that is both on the inside and outside.  Princess costumes welcome.  Adults are free.

Ages 3+
Sunday, April  24  /  2-3pm
RES $12/NR $18  (#8617)
Click here to register







3795 Campton Hills Rd., St. Charles
Easter Egg Hunt
855 S. Randall Road
630-762-7200
meijer.com
411 W. Main Street
630-377-9500
bankstcharles.com
4068 E. Main Street
630-444-1700
culvers.com

St. Charles Park District
Main Phone: 630-513-6200  |  Park Safety: 630-513-4343  |   stcparks.org
PCC - Pottawatomie Community Center, 8 North Avenue / 630-513-6200 
BCC - Baker Community Center, 101 S. 2nd Street / 630-584-1055 
Hickory Knolls Discovery Center - 3795 Campton Hills Road / 630-513-4399 
Primrose Farm - 5N726 Crane Road / 630-513-4370

RES=Resident / NR=Nonresident
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