Events

Extreme Sports Lessons (Scooter, Skateboarding, and BMX) are offered at 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. on Sunday, May 5 through Tuesday, Sept. 17 at the Youth Activity Park, 7801 Hwy. N in Dardenne Prairie.

• Scooter 101 and 102 lessons are scheduled March 5–19, May 7–21, July 9–23 and Sept. 3–17. Scooter 101 is for those who are new to riding scooters and want to learn the fundamentals of scooter riding. It teaches basic components of riding and skate park use; proper riding stance, pushing, and balancing; rolling down small to medium hills, bowls, and transitions; and equipment maintenance and tuning. If time permits, the class will cover more advanced skills and tricks. Scooter 102 participants learn intermediate-level bowl and transition riding; intermediate-to advanced-level trick and grinding skills; fundamentals to improve overall riding skills; and skills individual riders want to learn or improve. Scooter 101 starts at 5 p.m.; Scooter 102 at 6 p.m. Each class meets for 45 minutes on three consecutive Tuesdays and cost is $35 per session.

• Skateboarding 101 and 102 lessons are scheduled March 6–20, May 8–22, July 10–24 and
  Sept. 4–18. Skateboarding 101 is for riders new to the skateboarding scene who want to learn the fundamentals. Participants learn skateboard and park basics; proper stance and board adjustments; how to push, keep balance, and make simple turns; rolling down small to medium hills and banks; and board equipment maintenance and tuning. If time permits more advanced skills and tricks can be covered. Participants at Skateboarding 102 learn intermediate level bowl and transition skating; basic to intermediate grinding and flat ground trick development; and fundamentals to improve skater’s overall riding skills. Skateboarding 101 starts at 5 p.m.; Scooter 102 at 6 p.m. Each class meets for 45 minutes on three consecutive Wednesdays and cost is $35 per session.

• BMX 101 and 102 lessons are scheduled March 7–21, May 9–23, July 11–25 and Sept. 5–19. BMX 101 is for riders who are new to the BMX scene and want to learn the fundamentals of BMX. Participants learn BMX riding and park basics; pedaling, turning, and adjusting; riding small bowls, hills and transitions; and bike equipment maintenance and tuning. If time permits more advanced skills and tricks can be covered. BMX 102 is for intermediate riders who want to take their skills to the next level. Participants learn intermediate-level bowl and transition riding; dropping-in, riding ramps and grinding; intermediate to advanced trick development; and fundamentals to improve overall riding skills. If time permits more advanced skills and tricks can be covered. BMX 101 starts at 5 p.m.; Scooter 102 at 6 p.m. Each class meets for 45 minutes on three consecutive Thursdays and cost is $35 per session.

Experience the thrill of learning extreme sports at the Youth Activity Park in Dardenne Prairie. When registering for group, private and semi-private skateboarding, BMX, and scooter classes, students will learn how to skate and ride the concrete wave on the largest outdoor skate park in Missouri.

The 25-acre Youth Activity Park takes extreme sports to the next level with its state-of-the-art, 33,000-square-foot skate course that offers challenges for every skill level. Outdoor lighting, a street course, three bowls—beginner, intermediate and advanced—and snake run scattered with ramps, gaps, and hubbas, make it the perfect place to learn extreme sports in a supervised environment. For youth and adults ages 4–18.

Anyone taking lessons or participating in extreme sports activities in the park must wear a helmet and have a valid waiver on file at the Youth Activity Park. Any session canceled due to inclement weather will be rescheduled. Space is limited for group lessons. Private and semi-private lessons also are available year-round and cost $80 for private and $60 for semi-private. Admission to the park is free in 2019.

To register for skateboarding, BMX or scooter lessons, visit bit.ly/2019ParkRegistration online and choose the lessons you are interested in taking or call the park at (636) 561-4964.

Yoga in the Park is from 8-9 a.m. every Saturday, June through September at Veterans Tribute Park 1031 Kisker Road in Weldon Spring.

This new program promotes community health, energizes the body and gives citizens of all ages a sense of inner peace. Participants will be stretching and moving during the class and are encouraged to wear loose fitting clothes, bring a mat or towel, and water to drink. Those interested in attending should meet near the grassy area next to Shelter #3 in the park. Yoga classes are free and registration is not required. For more information about the class, call
(636) 949-7535 or visit stccparks.org.

Movies in the Park is at 8:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 27, 8 p.m. on Saturday, September 7 and 7:30 p.m. on Friday, October 18 at the Park at the St. Charles County Heritage Museum, 1630 Heritage Landing in St. Peters.

Bring the family out for another series of outdoor entertainment and museum fun. Grab a lawn chair or blanket and watch the stars shine on the giant outdoor inflatable screen. These popular movies begin approximately 30 minutes after sunset. Popcorn is free; soda and candy are available for purchase. Glass is not allowed in the park.

Here’s the 2019 lineup:

• 8:30 p.m., Saturday, July 27 – “Night at the Museum”
• 8 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 7 – “The Sandlot”
• 7:30 p.m., Friday, Oct. 18 – “The Book of Life”

The Heritage Museum offers extended hours before and during the film, so don’t miss the opportunity to view exhibits, including the recently opened “Locally Grown: The Major League Baseball Players of St. Charles County.”

For more information, call the museum at (636) 255-6000. In case of inclement weather on the day of the program, check the Rainout Line at (636) 707-0011 or visit stccparks.org for program updates.

August 1-31, 2019: Join us for a series of events with Rachel Simmons as she presents FLOCK with an exhibition, artist talk, and a workshop. “FLOCK is a socially engaged project which draws connections between the subculture of bird watching and our broader cultural values through collaborative, community dialogue and printmaking.” Rachel Simmons has exhibited at the Constellation Studios in Lincoln, NE, Orlando Science Center, and Cornell Fine Arts Museum on the Rollins campus. “FLOCK began in Lincoln, NE, where I facilitated a “print action” in which local art/bird enthusiasts assisted me in creating a flock printed bird silhouettes at Constellation Studios.”

August 1-31, 2019: Join us for a series of events with Rachel Simmons as she presents FLOCK with an exhibition, artist talk, and a workshop. “FLOCK is a socially engaged project which draws connections between the subculture of bird watching and our broader cultural values through collaborative, community dialogue and printmaking.” Rachel Simmons has exhibited at the Constellation Studios in Lincoln, NE, Orlando Science Center, and Cornell Fine Arts Museum on the Rollins campus. “FLOCK began in Lincoln, NE, where I facilitated a “print action” in which local art/bird enthusiasts assisted me in creating a flock printed bird silhouettes at Constellation Studios.”

Celebrity Waiters Night is from 5-9 p.m. on Thursday, August 22 at West County Center, 80 W County Center Drive in Des Peres.

For over 30 years, more than 100 St. Louis area celebrities from Media, Business, and Sports, as well as Community Leaders from across our area, come together for one night to support the Saint Louis Crisis Nursery.

This is a family-friendly event—in addition to the Celebrities, there will be music, a balloon artist, Elvis Presley, silent auction, raffle, free samples, and much more!

Children can dress up as their favorite Celebrity Super Hero, Princess or Cartoon Character to join the fun!

Make reservations at j. gilberts or Bravo! Or come for happy hour or bring the kids and have dinner at California Pizza Kitchen.

All “Tip” donations will help the Crisis Nursery prevent child abuse in our region.

Behavioral Health Lecture is from 8 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. on Friday, August 23 at CenterPointe Hospital Gym, 4801 Weldon Spring Parkway in St. Charles.

Topic: The RockSTAR Program:
Rocking Out For Suicide Prevention

Presenter: Keitt Stathem , MA, LPC
Lead Therapist, Adolescent Outpatient Program,
CenterPointe Hospital

About The Presenter:
Keitt Stathem, MA, LPC, resides in St. Charles, Missouri where she currently works at CenterPointe Hospital as the Lead Therapist in the Adolescent Intensive Outpatient Program. Keitt received her Master’s degree from Roosevelt University in Chicago and has utilized her EMDR training throughout her career working with adults and adolescents. Keitt created the RockSTAR Program 12 years ago and has presented at many conferences in the United States as well as overseas.

Time:
8:00 a.m. Registration and Continental Breakfast
8:30 a.m.—10:30 a.m. Lecture

Being able to acknowledge the warning signs and know how to handle suicidal ideation is key to this program. The RockSTAR program also allows individuals the ability to talk about a sensitive subject in an up-to-date way. The purpose of The RockSTAR Program is to educate individuals on the signs of suicide, techniques of intervention, and awareness of the suicide epidemic. Awareness equals Prevention.
CEUs: 2.0 CEUs for Suicide Prevention will be awarded to Missouri Social Workers, Missouri Counselors and Missouri Addiction Counselors at the completion of the lecture. A Certificate of Attendance verifying 2.0 clock hours will be awarded to other disciplines to submit to their respective licensing boards.
Free program.
RSVP: (636) 345-6150 or sahunt@cphmo.net

O’Day Reptiles and Raptors is from 1-4 p.m. on Sunday, August 25 at the O’Day Park Amphitheater,

The free program, presented by the World Bird Sanctuary, will feature a close-up look at the unique animals that surround us with interactive presentations for the entire family.

The program kicks off at 2 p.m. with Reptales where participants will learn about reptiles and raptors. All About Raptors follows at 3 p.m. with a focus on raptors only (plus a surprise finale). While leashed dogs are allowed at O’Day park, dogs will not be allowed at the Reptiles and Raptors presentation. Birds view dogs as a threat, and World Bird Sanctuary must adhere to this rule based on permits with US Fish and Wildlife Services to protect federally protected species.

Details for O’Day Reptiles and Raptors and other events at O’Day Park are posted online at ofallon.mo.us/oday-events. For weather-related event updates, call (636) 379-5614 or follow Visit O’Fallon on Facebook @visitofallon or Instagram @visitofallon1856.

St. Charles’ German Sister City Chapter is happy to announce the arrival of our sister city, Ludwigsburg’s Zither club celebrating its 100th anniversary, visiting America. We welcome the 19 members of the Zither club who will perform three concerts locally, Monday, August 26 at the Immanuel Lutheran Church, Washington, free dinner at 5 p.m., concert at 7 p.m.;  August 27 at the Harmonie Verein, Augusta, Food trucks arrive 5:30, concert at 6 p.m. and August 29 at the Foundry Art Centre, St. Charles, 6:30.

The zither is well known for its being played in the movie, “ The Third Man Theme”. The zither is a stringed musical instrument whose strings are the same length as its sound board. The group brings Film music into life and they take you back into the Hippie ‘60’s with Flower Power, inspiring with other themes like “Zither club meets Hollywood” or “Summer, Sun and Sausages”. When the Zither club performs, their Zithers are rocking! It is this mixture of the best musical entertainment and the art of performance which makes the club so successful.

Founded 100 years ago, the beginning shortly after First World War was not so easy. Today the Zither club has 35 active players, with a total club membership of 100. This tour to America brings sixteen zithers, one guitar, a dulcimer and the conductor. The Ludwigsburgers will be hosted by St. Charles families
The concerts are free, open to all. A freewill donation will be greatly appreciated.

Travelers Protective Association Hosts 4^th Annual 5K Family Fun Run/Walk to Benefit Scholarship Trust for the Hearing Impaired is at 9 a.m. on Saturday, August 31 at the Woodlands Sports Park, 1 Woodlands Parkway in St. Peters.

Travelers Protective Association of America (TPA) Post SC of the Missouri Division will host its fourth annual “Hear To Win” 5K Family Fun Run/Walk. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the TPA’s Scholarship Trust for the Hearing Impaired.

Established by TPA in 1975, the mission of the Scholarship Trust for the Hearing Impaired is to provide aid to individuals that are deaf or hard of hearing with resources that will allow them to experience a better quality of life. To date, the Trust has distributed over $2 million, benefiting more than 5,800 individual recipients. Recipients utilize the funding from these grants to obtain the help and resources they need, including mechanical devices, medical or specialized treatment, specialized education, speech classes, note takers, interpreters and much more.

Registration opens at 8:00 a.m.

Participants: this event is open to all, registration is required prior to start of race

Organizers: members of the St. Charles-based Post of TPA

VIPs: TPA National Headquarters Chief Administrative Officer Albert Shoemaker

Participants can register on-site or in advance by emailing tpa.sc.modiv@gmail.com

Registration fee is $25