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St. Charles Park District News - October 2017
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Thursdays are Tree-Mendous at Hickory Knolls Discovery Center

It's that time of year - fall is just around the corner and the days are getting shorter. Autumn weekends can be a madhouse scramble of soccer matches and running errands - too many things to do in one 48-hour time period. Why not get a jump on the weekend and chill out a day ahead of time with "Tree-mendous Thursdays" programs at Hickory Knolls Discovery Center?  Click to continue reading.
Dancers Develop Artistic Talents and Learn Life Skills at St. Charles Dance Academy
These programs are held at
Pottawatomie Community Center, 8 North Avenue, St. Charles.
NEW! Candle Making
Ages 6+
Th  Oct 5  |  6-7pm   
RES $10/NR $15  (#14410)

Candle making is a fun and easy way to bring out your inner crafting genius! All ages are welcome to participate in this step by step tutorial instructed by a Primrose farmer. Choose your own color, design and scent to make your very own wax creation. All students will be able to take home their candle at the end of the session. Sign up today!

NEW! Homemade Cheese
Ages 7+
Th  Oct 12  |  6-7:30pm   
RES $10/NR $15  (#14411)

Everything is more delicious when it is homemade, and cheese is no exception! All ages are welcome to participate in this program, where a Primrose farmer will teach students how to prepare delicious mozzarella cheese. Participants are welcome to take home any cheese that they create to enjoy with the whole family.
 
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NEW! Brew Your Own Beer
Ages 21+
Th  Oct 19  |  6-8pm   
RES $20/NR $30  (#14412)

Learn the art of craft brewing in our brand new adult program! Students will participate in a step by step tutorial taught by an experienced brewing instructor on how to create your very own home brew. After all of the heavy duty work, students will also enjoy a craft beer tasting provided by the instructor. Sign up today and hone in on your newest hobby!

Saturday, October 7  |  11am-4pm
RES $5/NR $8  (#14641)

Immerse yourself in the local history of St. Charles. Walk North Cemetery visiting the gravesites of those who helped shape the unique character of our community. At each gravesite, guests will "encounter" a community figure and listen as they tell about their lives, their joys, their sorrows and their loves.

Tours depart every 15 minutes from the hour. Parking available in the lower parking lot at Bethlehem Church, 1145 N. 5th Ave. Ages 15 & younger must be accompanied by an paying adult. Ages 5 & under are free. In cooperation with the St. Charles History Museum.

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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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