January/February 2018
February 1  |  6-7:30pm
February 3  |  10-11:30am
 
Are you interested in having your child participate in preschool at Pottawatomie Community Center or Hickory Knolls Discovery Center ? Attend these FREE open houses to acquire more detailed information and get all of your questions answered.Open houses are highly recommended to help parents understand program policies and classroom guidelines. Preschool Open House is encouraged for parent/guardian participation only.
 
The Open Houses will be held at BOTH facilities at the same dates and times.
PCC: 8 North Avenue, St. Charles
HKDC: 3795 Campton Hills Road, St. Charles
For more information, please click here,
or call Lynne at 630-513-4326.
at Hickory Knolls Discovery Center
Tired of being stuck inside? We have the solution. Activities change weekly and include a variety of ways to cure cabin fever- from scavenger hunts, to crafts and games. Drop in during the day into the extended evening hours of winter. Supplies guaranteed for the first 50 drop in visitors. No registration required.
 
Thursdays | Jan 11-Mar 29 
10am-7pm
All Ages  |  FREE! 

Jan 11
 That is Not Just a Box
Jan 18
 Reading to the Animals
Jan 25
 Tricky Tracks 
Feb 1
 Bunny Puppet Play
Feb 8
 Bunny Hop Dance Party
Feb 15
 Hoppy Valentine's Day
Feb 22
 The Bunny & the Snowman
Mar 1
 Wiggle Worms
Mar 8
 Terrific Turtles
Mar 15
 Creative Color Search
Mar 22
 Marvelous Maples
Mar 29
 Bee Creative

Hickory Knolls Discovery Center
3795 Campton Hills Road
St. Charles, IL 60175
Friday, February 2  |   6-8pm

Ages 3+ 
RES $16/NR $24 per person  (#15020)
Pottawatomie Community Center
Ladies and gentlemen...start your engines!
Race on over for a night of high octane fun activities, entertainment and dancing. A light dinner of pizza, salad, Cars™ themed treats and a sundae bar, sponsored by Culvers, will be provided. Ka Chow! Costumes encouraged. A parent must be registered for this event. One parent may accompany multiple children from the same household. Advance registration required.
Register here.   
Saturdays, March 3 & 10
6:30-8:30pm
Ages 3+
RES $19/NR $29 per person  |  (Mar 3: #15010  /  Mar 10: #15011)
Pottawatomie Community Center 
Spend a memorable evening with your special guy - DAD!
Enjoy a night filled with entertainment, dancing, refreshments and fun. A special memento of the evening will be provided. A parent must be registered for this event. One parent may accompany multiple children from the same household. Advance registration required.
Come at 6:15pm to avoid the long picture lines! 
Extend your preschooler's day, or just come for the afternoon! Instructors will escort students to classes at the same facility they attend preschool. The park district does not transport children between centers.
Click on code #s to register.
January Sessions:  #14685  |  #15194
February Sessions:  #14686  |  #15195
Wee Can Cook
Ages 3-5
Tu    Jan 23-Feb 13  |  11:30am-12:30pm  (#14689)
Tu    Feb 20-Mar 13  | 11:30am-12:30pm  ( #14690 )
RES $40/NR $60

Tie on your apron and mix up some ingredients for a fantastic culinary experience. After listening to a story, children will participate in a creative food preparation exercise. Your budding chef will come home with a different recipe each week.


Winter Wonderland
Ages 3-5
M    Jan 22  |  11:30am-2:30pm
RES $27/NR $41  (#14683)
The weather outside might be frightful, but cold weather fun is delightful! Spend the afternoon with friends listening to a chilly story, creating a wintry craft, learning about winter animals and keeping warm by moving to music. Together, we can make a winter wonderland!


Valentine Special 
Ages 3-5 
M    Feb 12  |   11:30am-2:30pm
RES $27/NR $41  (#14682)

Would your creative child like an afternoon of everything red, pink and covered in hearts! Design  beautiful valentines for the special people in your life. Decorate a heart shaped cookie, play games and read stories. Everyone will LOVE this class!


Lucky Leprechauns 
Ages 3-5 
M    Mar 5  |  11:30am-2:30pm
RES $27/NR $41  (#14679)

Everyone's Irish on St. Patrick's Day! All little leprechauns will enjoy some shamrock fun and games. Dress in green and see if you can catch that sneaky leprechaun! Decorate a shamrock cookie, read stories, explore art and make new friends.


NEW! Bunny's Bonanza 
Ages 3-5 
M    Mar 19  |  11:30am-2:30pm
RES $27/NR $41  (#14684)  

Everything is eggs-cellent! 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.


Click code #s to register.
Just the Two of Us 
Ages 2-3
Tu    Jan 16-Feb 13  |  9:15-10am  (#14691)
Tu    Feb 20-Mar 20  |  9:15-10am  (#14692)
RES $38/NR $57

Enjoy some special time together by preparing your child for his/her first classroom experience! Participate in story time, engage in activities and play with your friends. Geared for the child who is ready to enjoy preschool activities with the comfort of an adult nearby. This is a Child/Parent class.

 
Colors, Shapes, and Me 
Ages 2½-3½
Th    Jan 18-Feb 15  |  9:15-10am
RES $38/NR $57  (#14688)

Ready for a shape-tacular good time? Circles, triangles, squares, oh my! Learn about a new shape and color through hands-on learning experiences. Enjoy art, games and songs.


NEW! Playtime Pals
Ages 1½-2
M    Jan 22-Mar 5*   |  9:30-10:15am   
RES $45/NR $68  (#14699)

Looking for something to do that brings a smile to your face and creates happiness? Keep from going stir crazy this winter! Participate with your child in a class designed to foster early social skills, early art experiences, and a simple circle time with stories and songs. This is a Child/Parent class.
*No class Feb 19


Click code #s to register.
Toddler Art 
Ages 2-3
W    Jan 17-Feb 14  |  9:15-10am  (#14680)
W    Feb 21-Mar 21  |  9:15-10am  (#14681)
RES $38/NR $57

Little hands, big fun! Engage your imagination as you and your toddler create unique artwork together. Various art mediums including paint and glue will be used. Dress for a fun-filled mess! This is a Child/Parent class. 


Little Messy Hands 
Ages 1½-2½
Th    Feb 22-Mar 22  |  9:15-10am
RES $38/NR $57  (#14687)

Spend time with your child making a mess that you won't have to clean up! Explore different textures of messy, sticky and gooey concoctions such as shaving cream, finger paint, slime, silly putty, and spaghetti worms. Sensory fun for all! This is a Child/Parent class. 
Tot Rock
Ages 1-2
Tu    Jan 16-Feb 6  |  9:30-10:10am
RES $40/NR $60  (#14694)

Tu    Feb 20-Mar 20*  |  9:30-10:10am
RES $50/NR $75  (#14695)

Maracas, clackers and tambourines make for musical fun! Each session focuses on a new educational theme that incorporates hand-held instruments, play props, sensory integration and coordination exercises. Sing, dance and play today! This is a Child/Parent class.


Kid Rock
Ages 2-3
Tu    Jan 16-Feb 6  |  10:15-10:55am
RES $40/NR $60  (#14693)

Tu    Feb 20-Mar 20  |  10:15-10:55am
RES $50/NR $75  (#14696)

Make it a musical day! Designed to stimulate development through interactive play and improve your fine and gross motor skills by using rhythm instruments and props. Kid Rock encourages cooperation and following directions. Each session focuses on a new educational theme. Sing, dance and play today! This is a Child/Parent class.

Click code #s to register.
Tip Toes & Me
Ages 1½-3 (with parent)
W    Jan 10-Feb 7  |  5-5:30pm  (#15174)
F     Jan 12-Feb 9  |  9:30-10am  (#15176)
Sa   Jan 13-Feb 10  |  9:15-9:45am  (#15178)
W    Feb 14-Mar 14  |  5-5:30pm  (#15175)
F     Feb 16-Mar 16  |  9:30-10am  (#15177)
Sa   Feb 17-Mar 17  |  9:15-9:45am  (#15179)
RES $42/NR $63

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: leotard, footed tights and pink ballet slippers. This is a parent/child class.


NEW! Hip Hop Tumble 
Ages 3-5
M    Jan 8-Feb 5  |  4:45-5:30pm  (#15210)
M    Feb 12-Mar 12  |  4:45-5:30pm  (#15211)
RES $45/NR $68

Coordination, balance, agility, flexibility, fitness, strength and power. Develop a strong foundation for skills needed in all sports. Music, props and upbeat music will enhance the excitement and fun! This class, independent from parents, is a great way to further develop a child's focus and improve social skills.   

Creative Dance
Ages 2½-4
Tu    Jan 9-Feb 6  |  1:05-1:35pm  (#15164)
Th    Jan 11-Feb 8  |  5-5:30pm  (#15168)
F      Jan 12-Feb 9  |  10-10:30am  (#15170)
Sa    Jan 13-Feb 10  |  11:45am-12:15pm  (#15172)
Tu    Feb 13-Mar 13  |  1:05-1:35pm  (#15165)
Th    Feb 15-Mar 15  |  5-5:30pm  (#15169)
F      Feb 16-Mar 16  |  10-10:30am  (#15171)
Sa    Feb 17-Mar 17  |  11:45am-12:15pm  (#15173) 
RES $42/NR $63

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 in a bun (out of face), leotard, footed tights and pink ballet slippers.


Tiny Tappers 
Ages 3-4
Tu    Jan 9-Feb 6  |  12:15-1pm (#15188)
Tu    Feb 13-Mar 13  |  12:15-1pm  (#15189)
RES $45/NR $68

Explore the fun rhythms and sounds you can make with your feet. Required attire: hair up (out of face), leotard, footed tights, dance and or yoga style pant or capri and black tap shoes. 


Click code #s to register.

Classes start January 11!
 
Jr. Basketball  |  Ages 3-6
Jr. Golf  |  Ages 4-7
Jr. Soccer  |  Ages 3-6
Jr. T-Ball  |  Ages 3-6
Multi-Sports  |  Ages 3-6
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. 



Floor Hockey League 
Ages 4-6
Sa    Jan 13-Mar 17  |  8:30-9:30am     
RES/NR $126  ( #14925) 
 
This super-fun and instructional league will teach children the game of hockey before the skates go on with emphasis on teamwork and having fun. This league is great for beginners and for all-stars who want to sharpen their skills. All games will be held at the same time each week. Each child will receive a team jersey and trophy. Held at Geneva Park District Western Avenue School. 
ChildBlossom Yoga
Ages 3-7
M    Jan 15-Feb 12  |  5:30-6:15pm  (#15214)
M    Feb 19-Mar 19  |  5:30-6:15pm  (#15215)
RES $42/NR $63

Join this calming and confidence building developm ental yoga program that supports and activates every child's highest potential through exercises and activities that stimulate a healthy mind and body. Students participate in postures, breathing techniques, guided imagery and games -- all designed to develop a child's confidence, balance, emotional regulation, attention and creativity while promoting relaxation and mindfulness. Taught by a learning behavioral specialist and certified yoga instructor.


Little Dragons Tae Kwon Do
Ages 3-5

Ages 3-5 w/parent
Tu    Jan 9-Feb 27  |  4:30-5pm  (#14988)
Th    Jan 11-Mar 1  |  4:30-5pm  (#14991)
RES $48/NR $72

Ages 3-5
Tu    Jan 9-Feb 27  |  5-5:30pm  (#14993)
Th    Jan 11-Mar 1  |  5-5:30pm  (#14992)
RES $48/NR $72

This class is designed for the younger martial arts enthusiast. Your children will learn manners, respect as well as basic self-defense such as fire safety and other important life skills. This is the perfect way to introduce younger children into the classroom experience.
Click code #s to register.
All nature programs below are held at Hickory Knolls Discovery Center, 3795 Campton Hills Road, St. Charles.
Peter Rabbit PJ Party
Ages 1+
Th    Feb 8  |  6:30-7:15pm   
RES $5/NR $8  (#14869)

Peter loves stories and bunny books - how about you? Join us for some cookies and milk as we visit with Peter Rabbit and read some of his favorite tales. Come dressed in your PJ's and bunny slippers. Adults are free!
Peter Rabbit Playdate
Ages 1+
Sa    Feb 10  |  9-10am   
RES $8/NR $12  (#14870)

Did you know that Peter Rabbit is a movie star? Get your picture and autograph from the real life Peter as we play some bunny inspired games, make a craft and hop to our heart's content. Activities are designed to engage you and your child in exploration!

Click code #s to register.
For ages 1-5 with an adult  |  Taught by Naturalist Laura McCoy
Wednesdays  |   9:30-10:15am  |   RES $5/NR $8
Snow Much Fun  
January 17  (#14864)
It may be cold outside, but that does not mean we can't have fun inside. We will have some ice-filled adventures at the center that will make any snowman smile!
 
Who's Awake?
January 31  (#14865)
What does it mean to hibernate? Let's see who is awake and who is asleep this winter. The critters will come out to play today.

I Love The Earth!
February 14  (#14866)
Come and give the Earth a big hug today! We will play games using recycled items. Meet and greet some critters who will love to see you moving and grooving!
The Turtle and the Hare
February 28  (#14867)
Some move slow and some move fast, but both are fun to explore. Who do you think will win the race? Get ready to hop and crawl along with these fun critters.
Do Pancakes Grow on Trees?
March 14  (#14868)
While the pancake might not come from the tree, spring brings a sweet surprise from the trees. Join us to help a pig on a mission to make a yummy treat as we learn where the sweet syrup starts off this season.

Click on code #s to register.
FREE! Easter Egg Hunt 
Saturday, March 24   |  10am
Pottawatomie Park
Breakfast with the Easter Bunny
Wednesday, March 28  |  9-10am
RES $10/NR $15 per person (#14678) 
Pottawatomie Community Center
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 [email protected]