Baby’s First Holidays
Ages 1 & Under
Halloween
Th • Oct 21 • #27996
Thanksgiving
Th • Nov 11 • #27997
Winter Holidays
Th • Dec 9 • #27998
RES $20/NR $30
Leave the mess here and enjoy your child’s artwork for years to come, as you remember how tiny they once were. Commemorate each of your Baby’s First Holidays with us! Create a different keepsake each month using your baby’s feet, hands or photo. Adults are free.
To schedule a time to make your mementos, call Kara at 630-513-4326.
Growing to School
Ages 2-3
Tu • Oct 19-Nov 16
9:30-10:15am
RES $40/NR $60 (#28000)
Enjoy some special time together while preparing your child for their first classroom experience! Children participate in story time, engage in activities, and play with friends. Geared for the child who is ready to enjoy preschool activities with the comfort of an adult nearby. This is a parent/child class.
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Toddler Art
Ages 2-3
Tu • Oct 19-Nov 16 • 1:15-2pm
RES $40/NR $60 (#28024)
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 parent/child class.
Pee Wee Picasso and Play
Ages 2½-3
W • Oct 20-Nov 17
9:30-10:15am
RES $40/NR $60 (#28011)
Calling all future artists! Explore and express yourself through various art activities. Developing new skills while designing unique creations will inspire your budding artist to appreciate different art materials.
Look at Me - I’m Almost 3
Ages 2½-3½
Th • Oct 21-Nov 18 • 9:15-10am
RES $40/NR $60 (#28007)
Introduce your child to a variety of shapes and explore the world of color through art, games and songs. To ensure a positive transition to preschool, parents are asked to wait in the lobby.
Halloween Happenings
Ages 3-5
M • Oct 25 • 11:15am-2:15pm
RES $28/NR $42 (#28018)
A spook-tacular time is sure to be had by all! Celebrate Halloween with this not so scary class. Enjoy creepy art, stories, games and social time with your ghoulish friends. Children enrolled in morning preschool will be escorted to class. Lunch is provided.
Click on code #s to register.
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Wee Can Cook
Ages 3-5
Tuesdays • 1:30-2:30pm
Sep 14-Oct 12 • #28014
Oct 19-Nov 16 • #28015
RES $50/NR $75
Tie on your apron and don your chef’s hat! Children will learn beginning cooking skills as they create a new dish each week. Recipes will be sent home so your budding chef can cook for the whole family!
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Young Scientists
Ages 3-5
Wednesdays • 10-11am
Sep 15-Oct 13 • #28016
Oct 20-Nov 17 • #28017
RES $50/NR $75
Grab your goggles, put on your lab coat, and begin your research! You will observe, compare, measure, classify, infer, predict and communicate your results of hands-on experiments. Be curious, be surprised - be a scientist!
Click on code #s to register.
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Music Together Family Class
Ages 1 month-5
Thursday • Sep 16-Nov 11
9:15-10am • #28008
10:15-11am • #28009
RES $190/NR $240
Guided by an experienced instructor, you and your child(ren) will sing, dance, move, laugh, play instruments and more! Bond with your little one(s) through musical play that supports their development in every way and is fun for everyone! Each program introduces a new song collection. Fee includes CD & digital download of class music, an illustrated songbook, and the Music Together newsletter. Siblings under 9 months register free. Classes may be held outside as weather permits. This is a parent/child class.
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Tot/Kid Rock
Ages 1 & Under
Tuesdays • 9:15-9:55am
Sep 14-Oct 19 • #28004
Nov 2-Dec 14 • #28005
Ages 2-3
Tuesdays • 10:15-10:55am
Sep 14-Oct 19 • #28002
Nov 2-Dec 14 • #28003
RES $69/NR $104
Wiggle, giggle, dance and sway, have some fun the Rock ‘n’ Kids way! Tot Rock and Kid Rock are movement-based learning and imaginative play classes with music. All class procedures are designed to keep staff and students safe. Activities are age appropriate by class and will include songs and rhymes, rhythm and coordination, fine and gross motor, imagination and sensory, listening and following directions skills. With a focus on STEAM learning, each session will have a new educational theme! Join us for music that really can’t be “beat!” This is a parent/child class.
Click on code #s to register.
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Seasonal Dance
Sessions are shorter and provide young dancers the opportunity to try different disciplines of dance before making the commitment to the Dance Recital program. Parent observation will be held during the last class.
Required Attire: All dancers should have hair up (out of face). Hip Hop classes may wear athletic wear and clean athletic shoes. All other classes should wear a leotard and tights with pink or black ballet shoes. Boys may wear athletic wear with appropriate dance shoes; black shoes for ballet.
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Leap into Dance - Introduction to body awareness, dance concepts and dance genres using your own creativity, props and music.
Dance with Me - Introduction to creative movement, music, props and peers. This is a parent/child class.
Lil’ Hip Hop - Learn high-energy, age-appropriate moves set to today’s popular upbeat music.
A Little Ballet - Introduction to ballet positions, steps, coordination, musicality and rhythm while using creative imagery to inspire young minds
and bodies.
New session begins in September.
Click here to register!
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Adult/Tot Soccer
Ages 2-3
W • Nov 3-Dec 15*
4-4:30pm
RES $60/NR $90 (#27834)
Young children develop motor skills while having fun running and kicking. Parents and tots work
together in this class, learning the basics of soccer. Dribbling, passing, shooting and kicking will all be
emphasized. A variety of activities will be played each week.
*NO CLASS NOV 24
Lil’ Dribblers
Ages 4-6
Thursdays • 4:30-5:15pm
Sep 16-Oct 21 • #27903
Nov 4-Dec 16* • #27904
RES $65/NR $98
Learn the game of basketball in a safe, fun and exciting environment. Coaches use age-appropriate activities and games specifically
designed to increase balance, body awareness, motor skills, hand eye coordination, listening skills and the ability to follow directions.
*NO CLASS NOV 25
Floor Hockey League
Ages 4-6
Sa • Oct 30-Dec 18*
8:30-9:30am
$100 (#27803)
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 Wester Avenue School.
*NO CLASS NOV 27
Pee Wee Soccer
Ages 4-6
W • Nov 3-Dec 15*
4:30-5:15pm
RES $65/NR $98 (#27835)
Let your child’s early soccer experience be a great one. The younger player develops their soccer skills and also gains confidence, coordination, motor
skills and communication. The program uses age appropriate drills and exercises to teach players kicking, ball control, dribbling, shooting and more.
*NO CLASS NOV 24
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Illinois Shotokan Karate
Classes start in September!
Pre-Karate | Ages 4-7
Youth Karate | Ages 7-14
Parent/Child Karate | Ages 7+
For full class descriptions, fees, times, locations and to register online, CLICK HERE
ChildBlossom Yoga: Movement and Mindfulness Fall Series
Ages 3-7
Mondays • 5:30-6:15pm
Sep 13-Oct 25 • #27899
Nov 1-Dec 13 • #27918
RES $74/NR $111
Provide your child with tools to Blossom. A fun developmental yoga class, where kids can express themselves freely with plenty of movement and valuable mindfulness tools. Students participate in postures, breathing techniques, guided imagery,
games and art to develop confidence, strength, and a strong sense of self. New themes and
activities each session. Classes will be held outdoors, weather permitting.
Learn to Skate 1
Ages 3-5
Tu • Oct 19-Dec 28
5:10-5:40pm • #28057
Sa • Oct 23-Jan 1
9:30-10am • #28055
Sa • Oct 23-Jan 1
10:10-10:40am • #28056
$125
Using fun games and ice-safe toys, kids will learn basic skating skills of proper falling and getting up techniques, marching, gliding and forward swizzles. Held at Fox Valley Ice Arena.
*NO CLASS NOV 2-8, NOV 23-29 & DEC 20-25
Click on code #s to register.
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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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NEW! Nature Helping Hands Day
Ages 1+
Sa • Sep 25 • 10am-12pm
This is a FREE Drop-In Program.
Naturalists invite you to explore our natural areas as they show you tricks of the trade, show off the results of their restoration work, and help you get involved. Visit our native plant propagation area and let your kids try their hands with some of the equipment used during
prescription burns. Help us collect native seeds and find out about volunteer opportunities in the natural areas. Great for families & Scouts!
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Not So Scary Campfire
Ages 1+
Th • Oct 14 • 7-7:45pm
RES $5/NR $8 (#27660)
The St. Charles Public Library will bring a delight of tales. Just the right mix of spooky and fun to get even the littlest of ghouls giggling. End the evening with a Halloween toasted ghost aka roasted marshmallow. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult. Bring your camping chairs or a blanket.
Click on code #s to register.
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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 Kara at kguizzetti@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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Text STCPARKS to 223344 to receive program reminders, event notices,
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