Double the Fun

Drawing

Sa, Oct 2-16 | Ages 5-12

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Here's an exciting experience for your imaginative child. Explore all the basics of visual arts, in a fun and confident setting that ensures success for every child. Learn basic drawing, portraits, action and cartooning. Students complete several different projects and learn to draw whimsical characters, animals, everyday objects and action scenes. 

Recommended by:

Alex Weidner, Aquatics & Youth Programs Supervisor

Why I chose this program: 

Drawing is a great way for students to express themselves! Exploring your child’s creative side helps develop their brain in more ways than one, and it's also a wonderful tool for communication.

Mt. St. Mary

Arboretum Walk

W, Oct 6 or Oct 13 | Ages 50+

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Join St. Charles Park District Arborist Dave Svitak as he highlights different trees along the walking path. Find out why trees change the colors they do, what purpose trees serve in our environment and how to identify trees from one another. You won’t look at a tree the same anymore!

Recommended by:

Lynne Yuill, Adult Activity Supervisor

Why I chose this program: 

October is a glorious time to walk through beautiful Mt. St. Mary Park! You may have strolled along the path before and noticed all the different trees, but do you know what kind they are? Our Arborist Dave will enlighten you to the various trees within the park, give some history of the tree and answer your tree questions. A great way to spend a Wednesday morning with two dates to choose from – October 6 and October 13. Hope to see you there!

Sunset Socials

Th-Sa, Oct 14-16 | All Ages

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In celebration of Sweetest Day Weekend, whether your sweetheart is a significant other, favorite family member or just your best friend, spend an evening enjoying awesome activities amongst the fall foliage of the beautifully-lit Mt. St. Mary Park! Pick one, two or all three activities to participate in! Hatha Yoga in the Park on Thursday, October 14, Page to Stage in the Park on Friday, October 15 and Music in the Park by Matt Lally on Saturday, October 16. 

Recommended by:

Cayla Greenfield, Sportsplex Supervisor

Why I chose this program: 

Sunset Socials has something for everyone to enjoy! It's a great opportunity to spend time your significant other, family member or friends over Sweetest Day Weekend! 

Baby's First Halloween

Th, Oct 21 | Ages 1 & under

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Babies grow and change so quickly! Let us help you capture how tiny they are each month, with a holiday keepsake. Register online, then call for an appointment time: 630-513-4326.

Recommended by:

Kara Guizzetti-Reif

Why I chose this program: 

I like to work with parents to decide what kind of gift or memento they'd like to have, then plan the design in a way that makes it EASY for parents. For Halloween, we’ll turn footprints into pumpkins or ghosts, to celebrate the season. We’ll keep the mess here, you take the finished product home – in most cases, the same day.

Photography Basics

Sa, Oct 23-Nov 20 | Ages 13+

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Learn how to custom configure and use your own camera (aperture, shutter, speed, ISO) to take the best images possible. Class includes a short lecture and time to explore nature in the parks and downtown St. Charles for excellent photo opportunities.

Recommended by:

Sabrina Hunley, RVMG & Haines Supervisor

Why I chose this program: 

I used to take photography classes in high school and loved taking pictures of all my friends and family with my DSLR camera. Take this class and learn how to use your camera so you can capture all the memories!

Tennis Infusion at NRC

TuTh, Oct 26-Dec 21 | Ages 12+

Register by calling 630-377-1405.

Want to improve your groundstrokes, serve, or overall endurance? Work with a certified personal trainer in a small group setting and receive an exercise prescription to help improve your overall game! Tennis is one of those unique sports that combines nearly all components of fitness including power, agility, speed, flexibility, reaction time, balance, coordination, cardiovascular endurance and muscular endurance.

Recommended by:

Dan Charak, Membership Services Supervisor (Norris Rec Center)

Why I chose this program: 

This a great program to help improve your fitness to better compete in tennis. Learn how to prevent injury and increase your stamina to improve your overall game. Students will even receive a pre- and post-assessment to track overall progress.

Floor Hockey League

Sa, Oct 30-Dec 18 | Ages 4-12

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This is an instructional league that will teach children the game of hockey before the skates go on, emphasizing teamwork and having fun. This league is great for beginners and for all-stars who want to sharpen their skills. Participants are split up according to ages, the age groups are 4-6, 6-8 and 9-12 years old. All games will be held at the same time each week. Each child will receive a team jersey. For questions contact Megan Hatheway: mhatheway@stcparks.org

Recommended by:

Melissa Caine, Asst. Superintendent of Recreation - Athletics

Why I chose this program: 

This is my pick of the month because of the benefits of floor hockey. Players will benefit by developing eye-hand coordination, balance, agility and physical fitness. All Star Sports Instruction coaches will foster the skill development and oversee the games. While working on the skills and developing new friendships with teammates, the players will have FUN!