SCREEN ON THE GREEN: The Nightmare Before Christmas

Kick start your Halloween festivities with us at our annual FREE Screen on the Green movie in the park event featuring The Nightmare Before Christmas (PG) THIS FRIDAY, October 3. Jack Skellington, the pumpkin king of Halloween Town, is bored doing the same thing every year for Halloween. One day he stumbles into Christmas Town, and is so taken with the idea of Christmas that he tries to get the resident bats, ghouls, and goblins of Halloween Town to help him put on Christmas instead of Halloween — but alas, they can’t get it quite right. This event is FREE to attend. No registration required.

Movie begins at 7:15P

Concession Stand will open at 6:15P

Location: Blanchette Park Athletic Fields

No outside food or drinks allowed into this event. Movie snacks, soda and beer will be available for purchase at the concession stand. We recommend bringing along lawn chairs or a blanket for seating.

HAYRIDES

Join us for an evening hayride this fall! This is the perfect outing for families, friends or a company event. Hayrides begin at Fountain Lakes Park South End (Moore Lake & Skate Park) parking lot and go around both lakes. Hayride enrollment includes the trailer ride, reserved bonfire area, s’mores and drinks!  

Fountain Lakes Park - South End

Fridays: 10/10, 10/17, 10/24

Saturdays: 10/11, 10/18, 10/25

Times: 5:00P - 7:00P OR 7:00P - 9:00P

Fee: $300 per group of 25

Registration required.

CONTAINER GARDEN WORKSHOP

Let our Park Horticulturist teach you about fall decor in container gardens. Our Park Horticulturist will begin by explaining the different ways to container garden from vegetables and herbs to decorative plant displays and other cultivation requirements they may need. Participants will create their own decorative container gardens using fall ornamentals.

Friday October 24

Webster Park Community Building

Time: 9:00A - 10:00A

Fee: $30 per person

All supplies included

Registration required.

BIRD WATCHING TOUR

Join our bird watching tour as our Park Horticulturalist helps you identify the different kinds of birds that have ventured onto the trails. We may spot White-Breasted Nuthatches, Dark-Eyed Juncos, Mourning Doves, Black-Capped Chickadees, Cardinals, Woodpeckers and Hawks. Please keep in mind this is a walking tour, wear comfortable shoes and bring along binoculars.  

FRIDAY OCTOBER 17

Braille Trail in McNair Park

Time: 9:00A - 10:00A

FREE for all ages to attend!

Registration required.

FALL TREE WALK

Did you know there are nearly 625 trees in Blanchette Park? Join our Fall Tree Tour as our Park Horticulturist leads a walking discussion while the trees put on their show. Come enjoy the autumnal shades and learn which trees change leaf color, when they change and why they change. Please keep in mind this is a walking tour, wear comfortable shoes and bring along binoculars. 

SATURDAY NOVEMBER 7

Rau Garden in Blanchette Park

Time: 10:00A - 11:00A

FREE for all ages to attend!

Registration required. 

OCTOBER - MARCH BROCHURE

The October - March 2025 PLAY Brochure has all the details for Fall, Winter and Holiday Fun!

The brochure features information on park events from October to March, while also featuring registration dates for future programs and rentals.

If you haven't had a chance to pick up a copy, visit the link below for a readable online version.

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SAFETY IN THE PARKS

While out and about in the parks, our Ranger Division would like to remind you of a few safety tips and rules for everyone to have the most enjoyable experience. 

• Do not leave valuables inside your vehicle in plain sight. Properly secure your belongings or leave them at home.
• Carry your cell phone or have a buddy join you while exercising in the parks.
• Speed limit in ALL parks is 15 mph, be vigilant and watch for pedestrians.
• Dogs are required to be on a leash at all times and owners are responsible for removing pet waste.
• No motorized vehicles, including golf carts, on trails, sidewalks or grass.
• Please be sure all fires within a barbecue pit are extinguished prior to leaving.
• Please be courteous to other park visitors by picking up your litter and avoiding disruptive behavior.
• Keeping your cell phone close can not only save your life in an emergency but also aid in saving the lives of others. 

To report a suspicious person, activity or vehicle of concern, call the St. Charles Police/Ranger Dispatch at (636) 949-3300. We appreciate all eyes and ears within the parks and welcome comments. General observations can be made by calling the St. Charles Parks and Recreation Department's Administration Office at (636)949-3372. For immediate emergency response to report fire, medical emergency or a crime in progress, dial 9-1-1.

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