As the holiday season approaches, St. Charles County Parks is gearing up to offer a smorgasbord of festive activities for all ages, sure to add some sparkle and sustainability to your celebrations. Get set to deck the halls eco-friendly style with their lecture on 'How to Have a Green Holiday Season' hosted at Broemmelsiek Park. The free event is scheduled for 7-8 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 17, targeting individuals over 18 years old and aiming to impart ways of reducing waste and conserving energy without skimping on the holiday cheer.
Turning the attention onto a different track, the St. Charles County Heritage Museum invites everyone to their annual train display from Nov. 30 to Jan. 5. According to their announcement, this year's show promises to bring forth a magical mix of miniature monuments and joyous jingles with its representation of St. Charles County landmarks. In the true spirit of giving, the museum is also to collect new, unwrapped toys for the Toys for Tots program, ensuring you can give back while getting into the holiday vibe.
Fridays at the museum turn festive with crafty activities poised for the little ones. With sessions available from 1-2:30 p.m. or 3-4:30 p.m. on December 6, 13, 20, 27, and January 3, parents can pre-register their kids for a variety of holiday-themed crafts—think ornament and snow globe making to toy train painting. Each session comes at an affordable $5 per person, but remember, spaces are indeed finite.
For those wishing to truly step into the past this holiday season, The Historic Daniel Boone Home’s Christmas Candlelight Walks are an enchanting must-attend. They're setting up to light up the evenings of Dec. 6 and 13 with a flickering glimpse into the early 19th century complete with carols, cider, and quaint Christkindlemarkt shopping experiences.
If you want to roll into the holidays with a bit of flair, don't miss the opportunity to Skate with Santa at St. Charles County Kinetic Park on Dec. 14. It’s the perfect time for youngsters to give their wheels a festive spin and perhaps, fine-tune their Christmas wish lists. For further information, dial up Kinetic Park directly at 636-561-4964.
