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Saturday, April 1
12-4pm
FREE but please register (#11884)
As winter winds down, farms begin to bustle with activity. Babies are born, planting, begins and spring cleaning starts. Help the Primrose Farmers ready the farm for warmer weather!
Shell corn, make butter, prepare the garden for planting and assist with household chores. All ages welcome! Ages 15 and younger must be accompanied by an adult. Held at Primrose Farm.
Click here to register.
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All programs below held at the farm.
5N726 Crane Road, St. Charles
Coffee & Cows Playgroup
Ages 1+
RES $5/NR $8
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 both little farmers and parents. After the playgroup, stick around to walk a nature trail, take pictures on a vintage tractor or help in the vegetable garden.
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Drop-In Programs
Enjoy Farm Fun on Select Wednesdays & Saturdays!
(Offered Mar-Nov, weather permitting)
RES $5/NR $8/person, per program
All ages welcome. Ages 15 & under must be accompanied by an adult. Please arrive 10 minutes early to register on site.
Hands-on Milking
Every Wed & Sat | 10am
Meet the Primrose cows and try
your hand at milking.
Every Wed & Sat | 11am
Farm fresh eggs for all!
2nd & 4th Sat | 2pm
Get a
unique - behind the scenes - opportunity to help feed the farm's
animal residents
1st & 3rd Sat | 2pm
Mingle with some gentle giants, the Primrose Farm Belgian draft horses.
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Saturday, April 8
10am
Parents and children should arrive at the park at least 15 minutes early to receive instructions and take a spot. Participants are asked to bring their own baskets to collect the eggs. Parents please keep children behind all lines and wait for the signal in order to avoid false starts and to be fair to everyone.
Please limit your child to 10 eggs.
Held in Pottawatomie Park. Meet at River View Miniature Golf Court Yard.
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Hippity Hop! Want the Easter Bunny to come to your house?
Registered participant will have the opportunity to get his/her picture taken with the Bunny and receive a chocolate bunny treat. Parents, the Bunny will call when he is on his way to your home.
This program is for children ages 1-7.
11:30am-2pm
RES $21/NR $31 First Child (
#11563)
RES $6/NR $9 Add'l Child (
#11562)
2:30-4pm
RES $21/NR $31 First Child (
#11564)
RES $6/NR $9 Add'l Child (
#11565)
Click code #s to register.
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Extend your preschooler's day, or just come for the afternoon! Instructors will escort students to class.
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Lucky Leprechauns
Ages 3-6
M Mar 13 / 11:30am-2:30pm
Everyone's Irish on St. Patrick's Day! All little leprechauns should attend this festive workshop for some shamrock fun and games. Dress in green and see if we can catch that sneaky leprechaun! Decorate a shamrock cookie, read stories, explore art and make new friends.
Teddy Bear Picnic
Ages 3-6
Tu Mar 21 / 11:30am-2:30pm
Calling all bear lovers! Bring your favorite furry friend and join us for an afternoon of picnic fun. Learn all about bears, use your imagination as we go on a bear hunt, read stories about Corduroy and Winnie the Pooh, and play bear bingo. We will create art, practice math skills, and socialize with new friends.
Wee Can Cook
Ages 3-5
Tu Apr 4-May 9 / 11:30am-12:30pm
Tie on your apron and join us! We have all the ingredients to mix up a fantastic culinary experience. After listening to a story, children will participate in a creative food preparation activity, and engage in music and movement. Your budding chef will come home with a different recipe each week.
Bunny's Workshop
Ages 3-5
M Apr 10 / 11:30am-2:30pm
Everything is eggs-cellent at Bunny's Workshop! Hop on over for spring flings and Easter things. Create Easter baskets, decorate Easter eggs, play games, sing songs and read stories in celebration of Easter.
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Let's Do Lunch
Ages 3-5
11:30am-1:30pm
RES $72/NR $108
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Apr 19-May 10
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Apr 20-May 11
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Bring your healthy lunch from home and socialize with new friends! We will spend each afternoon refining our kindergarten readiness skills by engaging in literacy, math, art, and science activities. Held at PCC.
Nature Nibblers
Ages 3-5
11:45am-1:45pm
RES $72/NR $108
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Pack a healthy lunch and join us for time exploring the wonder of nature! Each week, we will spend time engaging in open ended activities chosen by the children. Kindergarten readiness skills will be incorporated through play activities. Weather permitted, we will spend time outdoors. Held at HKDC.
Click code #s to register.
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Toddler Art
Ages 2-3
M Mar 13-Apr 17 / 9:30-10:15am (#12229)
M Apr 24-May 22 / 9:30-10:15am (#12230)
RES $40/NR $60
Little hands, big fun! Engage your imagination as you and your toddler create unique artwork together. Explore different art mediums including paint, glitter, and watercolors. Dress for a fun-filled mess!
*No class Mar 27
Just the Two of Us
Ages 2-3
Th Mar 16-Apr 20 / 10-10:45am (#12202)
W Apr 26-May 24 / 9:30-10:15am (#12201)
RES $38/NR $57
Enjoy some special time together by preparing your child for their first classroom experience! Participate in story time, engage in art activities, and play with friends. Geared for the child who is ready to enjoy preschool activities with the comfort of an adult nearby.
*No class Mar 30
NEW! Little Messy Hands
Ages 1½-2½
F Mar 17-Apr 21 / 10:30-11:15am (#12345)
F Apr 28-May 19 / 10:30-11:15am (#12346)
RES $30/NR $45
Spend time with your child making a mess that you won't have to clean up! Explore different textures of messy, sticky, gooey concoctions such as shaving cream, finger paint, slime, silly putty, and spaghetti worms. If your child enjoys digging the dirt, join us for some sensory fun!
*No class Mar 31 & Apr 14
NEW! In The Jungle, The Mighty Jungle
Ages 3-5
TuTh Mar 28-30 / 10-11:30am
RES $30/NR $45 (#12234)
Watch out! It's a jungle out there! Your imagination is sure to run wild as we learn everything there is to know about jungle animals through stories, games, art, and play. You are sure to be "King of the Jungle!"
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Music for Families: Things That Go
Ages 1-2
M Mar 13-Apr 17 / 9:20-9:55am (#12207)
M Mar 13-Apr 17 / 10-10:35am (#12347)
RES $64/NR $96
Race cars go fast and so does music! Trains whistle and make rhythmic sounds that can be mimicked on musical instruments. You are invited on an engaging, musical journey as we sing, move and discover musical concepts like tempo and pitch through this exciting theme.
*No class Mar 27
Tot Rock
Ages 1-2
Tu Apr 4-May 23 / 9:30-10:10am
RES $80/NR $120 (#12219)
Sing, dance and play, make it a musical day! Your tot will move to the beat while using rhythm instruments like hand bells, tambourines, and maracas. Coordination and motor skills will improve with movement props such as scarves, ribbons, and parachute play. Exciting new themes presented each session. Parent attends class.
Kid Rock
Ages 2-3
Tu Apr 4-May 23 / 10:15-10:55am
RES $80/NR $120 (#12217)
Sing familiar songs, dance to the beat and play with musical instruments like maracas and tambourines. Combine imaginary play with sensory activities and motor skills using movement props like parachute, scarves and beanbags. Exciting new themes introduced each week.
Parent attends class.
Music Together Family Class
Ages 6 & under
Th Apr 6-May 25 / 9:15-10am (#12210)
Th Apr 6-May 25 / 10:15-11am (#12209)
RES $176/NR $226
You and your child can make beautiful music together! Our classes are fun for the whole family. With an experienced instructor guiding the way using Music Together's Maracas Collection, you and your child will bond together through musical play. Each semester introduces a new song collection with a three year cycle. Registrant siblings under 9 months may attend class free, no registration required. $50 sibling discount off registration fee. Must register at Pottawatomie Community center to receive multiple household child registration discount.
Music for Families: Animal Sounds
Ages 1-2
M Apr 24-May 22 9:20-9:55am (#12208)
M Apr 24-May 22 10-10:35am (#12392)
RES $64/NR $96
Through songs and sounds of animals, children will experience a steady beat as they move like "Monkey's Jumping on the Bed". Puppet friends and listening games add to the musically serious fun being had by all!
Click code #s to register.
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Young Scientists
Ages 3-5
F Mar 17-May 19 / 9:15-10:15am
RES $80/NR $120 (#12393)
Grab your goggles, put on your lab coat, and embark on a super science journey. Using hands on experiments, learn about concepts such as dancing spaghetti, magic milk, layering liquids, and ooey gooey oily art. Prepare to be amazed at how fun science can be!
*No class Mar 31 & Apr 14
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Ages 3-5
Sa Apr 22-May 20 9:30-10:30am
RES $45/NR $68 (#12227)
Ooey, gooey, slimy, sticky! Roll up your sleeves and dig in. Each week we will make something new to touch, squeeze and feel. Silly putty, slime, oobleck, and playdough are some of the neat concoctions we will create together. Samples will go home with each child weekly.
Click code #s to register.
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Tip Toes & Me
Ages 1½-3
Sa Apr 1-May 6* / 9-9:30am (#12399)
RES $41/NR $62 PCC
F Apr 7-May 12 / 9:30-10am (#12400)
RES $49/NR $74 PCC
Young dancers will bring their imagination to life through creative movement, music and props. Basic dance movements and learning to interact with parent helpers will be introduced. Required attire: hair up (out of face), leotard, footed tights and pink ballet slippers. Parent/guardian attends class.
*No class Apr 8
Creative Dance
Ages 2½-4
Sa Apr 1-May 6* / 11:30am-12pm (
#12746)
RES $41/NR $62
W Apr 5-May 10 / 11:05-11:35am (
#12402)
F Apr 7-May 12 / 10-10:30am (
#12403)
RES $49/NR $74
Perfect for the younger dancer, this class is an introduction to dance. Explore movement through music, stimulate dancers' imagination and promote creativity. Dancers will gain an understanding of the class structure, improve social skills and develop fine motor skills through creative dance movement. Required attire: hair up (out of face), leotard, footed tights and pink ballet slippers.
*No Class Apr 8
Tutus, Twirls and Tea
Ages 1½-3
F Apr 14 / 9:30-10am (#12750)
Ages 4-6
F Apr 14 / 10:15-11am (#12749)
RES $13/NR $20
Twirl in your tutu to your favorite tune. Munch on cookies and tea (juice) at the end of class. Each dancer will receive their own twirl stick.
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Tiny Tappers & Me
Ages 2-3
M Apr 3-May 8 / 4:15-4:45pm (#12401)
RES $49/NR $74
Explore the fun rhythms and sounds you can make with your feet. Basic movements and learning to interact with parent helpers will be introduced. Required attire: hair up (out of face), leotard, footed tights, dance and or yoga style pant or capri and black tap shoes. Parent/guardian attends class.
Pre-Ballet
Ages 3-6
RES $54/NR $81
This class is an introduction to ballet, using creative imagery to inspire and excite young minds and bodies. Learn simple ballet positions and steps, coordination, musicality and rhythm. Required attire: hair up (out of face), leotard, footed tights and pink ballet slippers.
Imaginastics
Ages 3-5
Th Apr 6-May 11 / 5-5:30pm (#12434)
RES $49/NR $74
Jungles of South Africa, the Eiffel Tower in Paris are only some of the places, people and things to be discovered. Using a combination of gymnastics, tumbling and modern dance, students will strengthen their bodies and minds with music and story to find their impulses and create stage pictures. Come imagine and explore. Required attire: hair up (out of face), comfortable clothing to allow for movement and clean athletic shoes worn with socks.
*This class is also offered for ages 6-13.
Click code #s to register.
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Classes start April 3!
Jr. Golf | Ages 4-7
Jr. Soccer | Ages 3-6
Jr. T-Ball | Ages 3-6
Multi-Sports | Ages 3-6
Jr. Floor Hockey | Ages 4-6
Parent/Tot Super Sports | Ages 2-3 (w/parent)
All classes are taught by All Star Sports Staff.
For full class descriptions, fees, times, locations and to register online, click sports listed above.
Illinois Shotokan Karate Club
Classes start April 3!
Youth Karate | Ages 7-14
Parent/Child Karate | Ages 7+ w/ adult
For full class descriptions, fees, times, locations and to register online, CLICK HERE
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Developmental Soccer League
Ages 4-5
Sa Apr 8-May 20* / 1-2:10pm
RES $108/NR $158 (#12986)
Based on the U.S. Soccer National Youth Module, this program is designed to improve a player's ability to dribble and move or pass the soccer ball in a team environment. Fee includes t-shirt and trophy. Bring soccer cleats, soccer ball size 4, shin guards and a water bottle. Held at East Side Sports Complex.
*Make up class, May 5
Tennis - Red Ball I
Ages 4-7
Th Apr 13-May 18 / 4:15-5pm (#12658)
Sa Apr 15-May 20 / 9:15-10am (#12659)
RES $52/NR $78
Here's an exciting play format for learning tennis -- designed to bring kids into the game by using specialized equipment, shorter court dimensions and modified scoring. Bring a racquet.
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All nature programs below are held at Hickory Knolls Discovery Center, 3795 Campton Hills Road, St. Charles.
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Rainbow Search
Ages 1-6
F Mar 17 / 10am-3pm
FREE but please register (#11461)
What colors can you find in nature? Drop in anytime on St. Patrick's Day for a indoor scavenger hunt that will have you challenging even the sneakiest leprechaun with your creative color finding skills. Complete the search to claim a small prize. Free, but please register.
Bunny Buddies
Ages 3+
Su Mar 19 / 1-2pm
RES $15/NR $23 (#12264)
Get ready to hop into spring! Children and parents will work together to decorate a stepping stone. We will play rabbit-inspired games. Meet Peter Rabbit and take your photo with him - our resident 'Easter Bunny.' Adults are free. Preregistration is required.
NEW! Welcome Spring Party
Ages 1-5
M Mar 20 / 9-10am
RES $5/NR $8 (#11460)
Time to think spring! Come and meet the animals of Hickory Knolls that are waking up and ready for the sun and warm weather. Even if the weather outside is frightful, we'll be warm and toasty inside and able to think about the season that is just ahead. Adults are free.
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Bunny Breakfast & Hike
Ages 3+
Sa Apr 15 / 9-10am
RES $4/NR $6 (#12263)
Peter Rabbit knows a lot about being a mammal. Enjoy donuts, juice and coffee while meeting this furry friend and some other critters. Then head out for a short hike to see what native mammals make their home in the forest. Under age 3 is free; child must be accompanied by a paying adult. Advanced registration required.
NEW!
Peeps® Rock'n The Campfire
Ages 3+
F Apr 21 / 7-8pm
RES $5/NR $8 (#12106)
Do you like to play with your food? Create a Peep® habitat to take home and then head outside to make a Peep® smore treat at the campfire. Stale Peeps® were never so much fun! Preregistration required. Child must be accompanied by a paying adult.
Ages 1+
Tu-F Apr 11-14 / 10am-4pm
FREE but please register (#12107)
DROP IN during the week for a self-guided challenge - Which of the animals at Hickory Knolls lay eggs? Follow clues to visit the animals at the center and claim a small prize when complete.
Click code #s to register.
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Celebrate International Mud Day
Sunday, May 21
1-2:30pm
RES $2/NR $3 (
#12104)
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Tiny Tots Track Meet
Saturday, June 3
Thompson Middle School
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HAVE AN IDEA?
Is there a skill, topic or experience you'd like to have offered for your children? New program ideas are always welcome!
Contact Lynne at lyuill@stcparks.org
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All classes are held in Pottawatomie Community Center, 8 North Avenue, unless otherwise noted.
RES=Resident / NR=Nonresident
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