SEPTEMBER / OCTOBER 2021

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Fun 'FORE' Everyone!


OPEN WEEKENDS

Through Sep 26 


Visit riverviewminigolf.org 

for hours and fees.

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Saturday • September 25

10am-12pm

James O. Breen Community Park

This is a rare chance to view the inner workings of the trucks, cars and tractors that are usually only viewed from a distance. Emergency vehicles, a garbage truck, street sweeper, tractor, dump truck, and crane may be among the many workhorses on display. Representatives will be on hand to offer ‘tours’ and answer questions about some of the

equipment.


Bring your camera!

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Baby’s First Holidays

Ages 1 & Under


Halloween

Th • Oct 21 • #27996


Thanksgiving

ThNov 11#27997


Winter Holidays

ThDec 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.



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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!

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!


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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.

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.


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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.

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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


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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!

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.


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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

All classes are held in Pottawatomie Community Center,8 North Avenue,

unless otherwise noted.


RES=Resident / NR=Nonresident

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