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April is a month of celebration and service, with this month being dedicated as both Earth Month and Volunteer Month! On Earth Day, join us for a relaxing yoga session in Frontier Park. Help us plant a new tree and take home your own sapling at our Arbor Day Celebration.
What better way is there to celebrate the Earth than to take care of it? Volunteering with the St. Charles Parks and Recreation department helps us keep your parks clean, healthy, and safe. Keep reading to find out ways you can volunteer with us this month.
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EARTH DAY YOGA
Stretch, breathe, and reconnect with nature at our annual Earth Day Yoga celebration in Frontier Park. This complimentary outdoor class is led by St. Charles Parks and Recreation yoga instructors and welcomes participants of all experience levels.
Enjoy mindful movement, fresh air, and a peaceful setting as we celebrate the planet together. Bring a water bottle and exercise mat, and join us for a relaxing, rejuvenating way to honor Earth Day.
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SPRING VOLUNTEER DAY
The department is seeking volunteers for a park clean-up day. Projects can include brush removal, litter removal, aquatic facility clean-up, and more. Volunteer by yourself, with your family, a group, or an organization, and take pride in helping to keep Wapelhorst Park beautiful! Lunch will be provided after the event.
Bring water, work gloves, and wear clothes and shoes suitable for outdoor work. Volunteers will receive an email with more information prior to the event. Can't make it? Volunteers are always welcome - let us know how you would like to help! Click the link below to sign up for the event or fill out a volunteer application.
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PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT
Join us for our annual St. Charles Classic Pickleball Tournament this summer at McNair Park on June 5 - 7! Whether you are a St. Charles city resident or not, all are welcome to sign up.
This will be a round-robin style tournament. Singles Tournaments will be held in the evening, and Doubles Tournaments will begin in the morning; start times will vary based on registration. Schedules will be sent out to participants after registration closes.
Registration closes May 15 - click below to learn more and to sign up today!
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WHAT'S YOUR WHY?
Parks aren’t just places - they’re powered by people, memories, and purpose. Through our “What’s Your Why?” series, we’ll share the voices and stories that connect our parks to the community, and to you. Click the button to learn how to share your why with us.
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JUDI RICHARDSON - CHAIR YOGA PARTICIPANT
"I enjoy the professionalism of the instructor and the camaraderie with other participants in the class. This program is really great for seniors and has helped improve my health through the years of attending these classes."
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UPCOMING EVENTS AND PROGRAMS
From sports programs and fitness classes to fun holiday events and trips near and far, we have a little bit of something for everyone to enjoy.
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SPECIALTY EVENTS
We have lots of exciting events coming up! Help us plant a new tree, learn some new cookie decorating skills, and come learn about how to keep your children healthy and safe.
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Upcoming Specialty Events include:
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Arbor Day Celebration - Friday, April 24. No Registration Required.
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Spring Cookie Decorating Class - Tuesday, April 28
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Kickstart a Healthy Future - Sunday, May 3. No Registration Required.
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YOUTH ENRICHMENT
From twirling and tumbling in dance and gymnastics to experimenting and cooking with Little Scientist and Chefs, your little one has plenty of options to learn something new!
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Upcoming Youth Enrichment programming includes:
- Little Chefs
- Little Scientists
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Storytime in the Park - First Storytime Starts Friday, April 17
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YOUTH SPORTS
Our youth sports programs introduce your children to many different sports while boosting their confidence and helping them create lifelong memories and friendships.
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Upcoming Youth Sports programming includes:
- T-Ball Skill Drills
- Rookie Rugby
- Youth Indoor Pickleball
- Tennis
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ADULT FITNESS
GET ACTIVE AND GET FIT with us! Skip the crowded gym and join us for a more personal and comfortable environment with our certified fitness instructors.
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Upcoming Adult Fitness programming includes:
- MIXXEDFIT
- Beginner Weightlifting
- POUND and POUND Unplugged
- and MORE!
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ADULT SPORTS
We look forward to continuing our leagues at the newly renovated Wapelhorst Athletic Complex (W.A.C.). Plan ahead for summer by signing up for our Sand Volleyball League!
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Upcoming Adult Sports programming includes:
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Summer Softball Leagues - Early bird discount ends on 4/20
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Sand Volleyball Leagues - Leagues tentatively starts the week of 6/10
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DOWNLOAD THE ST. CHARLES PARKS AND RECREATION APP!
Our app is your go-to companion for discovering, planning, and experiencing a variety of recreational activities in your neighborhood.
You can:
- Discover exciting programs and activities.
- Easily book and reserve activities and facilities
- Stay in the loop with notifications
- Have easy access to passes and tickets
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CONNECT WITH US!
1900 Randolph, St. Charles, MO 63301
Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00A - 5:00P
Phone: (636)949-3372
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The City of St. Charles, Missouri, fully complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and related statutes and regulations in all programs and activities. For more information, or to obtain a Title VI Complaint Form, please call the City Clerk's Office at 636-949-3282 or visit St. Charles City Hall located at 200 North Second Street, St. Charles, Missouri 63301 (www.stcharlescitymo.gov).
Inclusion Programs: St. Charles Parks & Recreation is committed to including and accommodating, as needed, those who want to participate in our programs. For more information, you can visit our website.
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