Fall Fun at the Geneva Park District

Special Events

Harvest Hustle 5K
Saturday, September 24, 5:30 – 7:30 pm
Peck Farm Park, 4038 Kaneville Road, Geneva
It's time for our annual Harvest Hustle Twilight All-Terrain 5K at Peck Farm Park! Enjoy Chick-fil-A at our post-race celebration. Additional food and beverages will be available for purchase. Register at Chronotrack: https://register.chronotrack.com/r/22929.

Early Registration (Before September 11th): $34 -- Early Registrants will receive a dry fit shirt and finisher's medal.
Late Registration (After September 11th): $39 -- Participants will receive shirts two weeks after race.
Day of Race Registration: $39 -- Participants will receive shirts two weeks after race.
Race Only Option: $20 -- Race Only. Does not include shirt or participant bag.

Event Sponsors: Chick-fil-A, Culligan, Dick's Sporting Goods, Fox Valley Orthopedics, Geneva Bank & Trust, Geneva Running Outfitters, Kane County Chronicle and The Chiropractic People.

The Harvest Hustle benefits the Geneva Park District Scholarship Fund which provides recreational opportunities to the community.

Incredible Bats
Saturday, October 15, 2:00 – 3:00 pm
Peck Farm Park, 4038 Kaneville Road, Geneva
Learn about Incredible Bats during this educational program at Peck Farm Park! Meet two different species of bats and learn all about this flying mammal. Children under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian also registered for the program. $10 per person. For more information, call (630)-232-4542 or visit genevaparks.org.

Zombie Apocalypse
Saturday, October 22, 5:00 – 8:30 pm
Wheeler Park, Geneva
It's a ZOMBIE APOCALYPSE! Will you survive? Participants will navigate the land of the un-dead by utilizing designated "safe zones" and will have to creatively use various items to aid in survival; all while avoiding rampant zombies trying to take your life. Participants will be divided into flights (groups of 10 to 15 people) and will start approximately 5 minutes apart from each other. Each flight will be led by a trained guide from safe zone to safe zone.

Family-friendly Hour, 5:00 - 6:00 PM: Want to participate in the event without as much scare & surprise? Join us for the slower-paced but equally fun family-friendly version. Our zombies are instructed to take it easy to ensure each participant, no matter what age, has a great time! This hour is suggested for those ages 10 & under.

Zombie Apocalypse, 6:30-8:30 pm: Let the real apocalypse begin! As the sun sets and an eerie fog rolls in, the night will be set for the ultimate zombie obstacle course. Please wear comfortable shoes and clothing for running through the course. Suggested for those ages 11 & older.

Pre-Registration before 10/21: $9 ($14 N/R)
On-Site Registration: $10 ($15 N/R)

Zumba Party in the Dark
Friday, October 28, 7:00 – 9:00 pm
Sunset Community Center, 710 Western Ave, Geneva
Wear your favorite Halloween Costume and have a blast! It's not a party unless there is dancing, so dance we will, as various instructors lead easy-to-follow routines with great music & black lights. Ages 12 & Older. $10 (N/R $15) per person. For more information, call (630)-232-4542 or visit genevaparks.org.

Halloween Hayday
Saturday, October 29, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Stephen D. Persinger Recreation Center, 3507 Kaneville Road, Geneva
It's time to get spooky! Celebrate with us at Halloween Hayday! Activities include kids games and activities, costume contest, bounce houses, hay rides, and more! Ages 14 and under. Pre-registration is recommended. Pre-Registration: $5 (N/R $8). Day-Of Registration: $7 (N/R $10). Free admission for adults

Howl ‘O Ween Dog Parade
Saturday, October 29, 1:30 – 2:30 pm
Peck Farm Park, 4038 Kaneville Road, Geneva
Bring your dogs and dress-to-impress at Peck Farm Park's FREE Howl 'O Ween Dog Parade! Prizes will be awarded for most creative, funniest, and scariest costumes. Line-up is at 1:15 pm in front of the Peck House. The parade begins promptly at 1:30 pm. Event sponsored by DePaw University and Anderson Animal Shelter.

Fall-Themed Classes for ages 3 to adult

Scarecrow Making
Saturday, October 1, 10:00 – 11:00 am
Wednesday, October 5, 5:00 - 6:00 pm
Saturday, October 15, 2:00 - 3:00 pm
Heinz Brothers Greenhouse, 2010 E. Main Street, St. Charles
This class is a great way to start off the fall season. The scarecrow class is a fantastic time for all ages! Heinz Brothers provides everything needed for your scarecrow, so come and have fun without the clean-up. Please note: clothes, straw and additional materials are supplied by Heinz Brothers. All ages. $22 (N/R $33).

Pumpkin Painting
Friday, October 7, 10:00 – 10:30 am
Saturday, October 15, 10:00 – 10:30 am
Monday, October 17, 3:30 – 4:00 pm
Heinz Brothers Greenhouse, 2010 E. Main Street, St. Charles
Great for all ages! Come paint a pumpkin at Heinz Brothers and take home a masterpiece to display.
All ages. $8 (N/R $12).

Skulls and Scares
Saturday, October 8, 10:00 - 11:00 am
Thursday, October 20, 3:45 - 4:45 pm
Peck Farm Park, 4038 Kaneville Road, Geneva
Touch a variety of animal skulls, pelts, and teeth. Learn how the size and shape the skull affects what the animal eats.
Ages 4-8. $5 (N/R $7).

Halloween Gooey Concoctions!
Tuesday, October 18, 4:00 – 5:30 pm
Sunset Community Center, 710 Western Avenue, Geneva
Learn about the fascinating and sometimes messy world of chemistry as you learn about the different states of matter (solids, liquids, gases, and plasma) and create gooey concoctions like slime and ice cream. Science is so fun!
Ages 3-5 . $27 (N/R $41).

Halloween Cooking
Tuesday, October 25, 4:00 - 5:30 pm
Stephen D. Persinger Recreation Center, 3507 Kaneville Road, Geneva
Spooky snacks such as witches hat cookies, batty cupcakes and cockroach clusters will be created during this hands on cooking workshop. Parents, please join your chefs for the last 15 minutes for tasting.
Ages 4+. $19 (N/R $28).

Halloween Fun!
Saturday, October 22, 12:00 - 2:00 pm
The Chilled Palette, 500 S. Third Street, Suite 117, Geneva
Kid’s will have a blast painting a Halloween-themed picture that will be treasured through the years! Kid’s day projects are done on 12”x12” canvasses and are perfect for kids seven years old and up. Registration fee includes all art materials (paints, brushes and aprons), art instruction and more.
Ages 7+. $35 (N/R $55).

Playhouse 38

Stuart Little at Playhouse 38
Friday - Sunday, September 23-25, times vary
Playhouse 38, 321 Stevens Street, Suite P, Geneva
Playhouse
38’s youth production of Stuart Little will be performed September 23
& 24 at 7:00 pm, and September 24 & 25 at 3:00 pm. Tickets are
$10 in advance from Sunset Community Center. Playhouse 38 is located at
321 Stevens Street, Suite P, Geneva. For more information, call (630)
232-4542 or visit genevaparks.org.

Youth Casting Call at Playhouse 38
Tuesday & Wednesday, October 4 & 5, 5:00 – 7:00 pm
Playhouse 38, 321 Stevens Street, Suite P, Geneva
Auditions
for Geneva Park District’s youth production of Elf, Jr.—The Musical
will be held October 4 & 5 from 5:00 – 7:00 pm at Playhouse 38, 321
Stevens Street, Suite P, Geneva. To schedule your audition, please call
(630) 232-4542.

Offed at the Bake-Off Murder Mystery
Thursday – Sunday, October 20-23, times vary
Playhouse 38, 321 Stevens Street, Suite P, Geneva
Playhouse
38’s adult production of Offed at the Bake-Off will be performed
October 20, 21, 22 at 7:00 pm, and October 23 at 5:00 pm. Tickets are
$15 in advance from Sunset Community Center, or $20 at the door.
Playhouse 38 is located at 321 Stevens Street, Suite P, Geneva. For
more information, call (630) 232-4542 or visit genevaparks.org.

For more information, call 630-232-4542 or visit www.genevaparks.org.