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The Recreation Council welcomes 2 new staff members to our team. 

Rachel Hickey, St. Louis County Coordinator: Rachel joined the Recreation Council in October 2025 and brings over 25 years of experience in education, disability rights, and youth and community development to her role as St. Louis County Coordinator. Reach her at rhickey@recreationcouncil.org or 314-726-6044 x103. Learn more about Rachel here: Our Team

Randy Schraier, St. Louis City/County Coordinator: Randy joined the Recreation Council team in October 2025. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work from Bradley University and has over 20 years of experience advocating for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Reach him at randy@recreationcouncil.org or 314-726-6044 x105. Learn more about Randy here: Our Team

VOUCHER FUNDING APPLICATIONS FOR 2026 SUMMER CAMP ARE OPEN…The Recreation Council is currently taking Voucher Applications for Summer Camp happening in 2026. If you have your camp selected, know the dates you want to attend, and the approximate cost you can submit your funding request now. Our 2026 Summer Program listing will be updated regularly with the most recent information as programs advertise their camp details. If you need help finding a camp, contact Randy Schraier in the St. Louis City/County area, or Carol Callahan in the St. Charles County area.

Focus on People with Disabilities…

Sunnyhill’s Light It Up Pickleball Social (SCC), Thursday, November 13 from 1500 South Main StreetSaint Charles, MO, 63303 (map). Join us for a quarterly open-play event welcoming all ages and abilities! Enjoy FREE pickleball, yard games, refreshments, and great company, all in a sensory-friendly environment. This event is designed especially for individuals diagnosed with developmental disabilities, is an inclusive gathering, and is the perfect opportunity to connect, play, and make new friends. Information

Harbor Unlimited: Pickleball (SCC), Saturday, November 15 from 9am-12noon at Chicken ’N Pickle, 1500 South Main Street, St. Charles MO 63303. Come dressed in your sports attire to play or feel free to just come socialize and watch. Additional games and activities, like pickleball adaptations and sport wheelchairs will be available.  Harbor Unlimited events are FREE and are designed to connect and support families touched by disabilities.  Register Here ~ Flyer

The Magic House Sensory-Friendly Event (STL), Saturday, November 22 from 8:30am-9:30am. The Magic House is opening early for KEEN families and friends to enjoy a sensory-friendly playtime. This is designed to provide children with disabilities with a sensory-friendly opportunity to enjoy The Magic House – without the crowds! Families will have private access to The Magic House’s many activities. You are welcome to stay once The Magic House opens to the public, but you must arrive by 9:30am for free admission. Admission is free, but registration is required. REGISTER 

Kirkwood Public Library Now Offers Sensory-Friendly Kits: As part of its “Welcoming Diverse Minds” initiative, visitors can use the new sensory tool kits, which include weighted vests, fidget boards, calming books, fidgets, noise-cancelling headphones, light covers, and more. Anyone in the community can get a Kirkwood Public Library card, regardless of ZIP code, and anyone with a card can use “Welcoming Diverse Minds” kits while at the library. Information

St. Charles Residents can get up to 6 library cards through a cooperative agreement with partner libraries in the metro area. Click HERE for Information

Special Education Foundation’s Kid-to-Camp program: This program offers financial assistance (camperships) to St. Louis County Residents served by the Special School District (SSD) so students in SSD-served programs can attend day or overnight camps during winter break and other academic breaks in the school year. Applications are now open for Winter Break and are accepted year-round for other school-year breaks. Eligibility: families may apply one time per calendar year. The assistance is need-based (financial need and student benefit) and covers camps offering social, educational, and recreational opportunities. Information

Fun, Free Events for Everyone…

Westport Plaza Movie Night: Polar Express (STL), Friday, November 7, movie activities begin at 6pm and movie begins at 7pm at Westport Plaza, 111 Westport Plaza Drive, St. Louis, MO 63146. Join us for fun activities, including caricatures, face painting, and character performances. Activities and the movie are free. Food and drink available for purchase. Event repeats monthly through November 2025 with new movies.Information

First Fridays at the Foundry Art Centre (SCC), Friday, November 7 from 5-8pm at FAC, 520 N Main Center, St Charles, MO, 63301. Enjoy the Opening Reception Combat Paper by Drew Cameron in the East Gallery with live music by 57 Cult Trio. Spend time in the galleries, meet resident studio artists, engage with the community, and enjoy a wide array of art programming, entertainment, and special events. Information

Full Moon Festival at Schlafly Bottleworks (STL), Saturday, November 8 from 12:00 noon – 8:00 pm at Schlafly, 7260 Southwest Avenue, Maplewood, MO, 63143. Enjoy a family-friendly event celebrating the fall harvest. Featured: fall brews, live music and entertainment, chili cook-off, a pig roast, firepits, arts & crafts vendors and more! Event is FREE to attend, no tickets necessary. Information

Greater St Louis High School Honor Band Performance (STL), Saturday, November 8 at 7:00 pm at the Touhill Performing Arts Center in the Anheuser-Busch Performance Hall, 1 Touhill Circle, St. Louis, MO 63121. Admission is FREE. Honor Band Information

Youth & Family Concerts at Jazz St Louis (STL), Sunday, November 9 at 3:30pm at Jazz St. Louis, 3536 Washington Avenue, St. Louis, MO, 63103. These are family-friendly matinee shows for all ages. Admission is FREE. Information

Get Out & Play Day (SCC), Friday, November 14 from 6-8pm at Dames Park. Lace up your cleats because we’re lighting up the field with skill drills, fun competitions, and a flag football scrimmage that will give a sneak peek at our new football programs coming in spring 2026. Bring your family and your game face. No registration required. All Get Out & Play Days are free. Information

Gateway Outdoor Expo (SCC), Saturday & Sunday, November 15-16 from 10am-4pm at the St. Charles Convention Center, 1 Convention Center Blvd, St. Charles, MO 63303. Bring the whole family for a weekend of adventure — at no cost. From new equipment to outdoor programming and presentations, the Gateway Outdoor Expo + Summit is made to inspire, educate, and unite everyone to feel welcome in the great outdoors. And admission and parking are free. Information

SciFeast: Play and Creativity Expo (STL), November 15, 2025: Sci-FEAST from 9:30am-4:30pm at the Science Center. This series of free, all-day, weekend expos designed to connect families and visitors of all ages with experts and professionals in Science, Engineering, Technology and Math. Meet and visit with scientists, engineers, innovators, and people applying STEM concepts in their work and hobbies. Information

StoryTelling Festival (STL), November 10-15 at various St Louis County locations: Program Schedule ~ Website

StoryTelling Grand Showcase (STL), Saturday, November 15 at 2 pm (doors open at 1:30pm) at The STL County Library, Clark Family Branch, 1640 S. Lindbergh Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63131. Immerse yourself in a rich array of storytelling experiences with nationally renowned storytellers they weave together stories of humor, wisdom and emotion. ASL interpreters and accessible seating will be provided. Welcome to all ages. Showcase Information

How to Have a Green Holiday Season (SCC), Sunday, November 16 from 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm at Kinetic Park, 7801 Town Square Avenue, Dardenne Prairie, MO, 63367. Embrace eco-conscious holiday traditions with our park ranger-led lecture on greening your holiday season. Learn simple yet effective techniques to reduce waste, conserve energy, and celebrate sustainably. Join us for a merry, bright, and green holiday season. Information

Veteran’s Day Events…Information

Arnold Veterans Day Parade (STL), Friday, November 7 at 11:00 am. The Arnold annual Veterans Day Parade will begin at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 2211 Tenbrook Road , Arnold, MO 63010. Information

Veterans Day Parade at the Soldiers Memorial Museum (STL), Saturday, November 8 from 10:30 am – 12:00 pm at Soldiers Memorial, 1315 Chestnut Street, St. Louis, MO, 63103. The parade begins at 10:30am and passes in front of the Memorial with a ceremony on the south steps of Soldiers Memorial at approximately 11:30am. There will also be a wreath laying ceremony at the Memorial at 10:45am on November 11. Information

Saint Charles Veterans Day Celebration (SCC), Saturday, November 8 from 11:00 am – 5:00 pm at the Lewis and Clark Boathouse, St. Charles Salutes Veterans Day Celebration at the Lewis and Clark Boathouse. The celebration begins at 11am with a parade that starts at the Foundry Art Centre parking lot, proceeds down Historic Main Street and ends at the Boat House. The celebration continues (12-5pm) with a ceremony at the Memorial and then at the Boat House with live music, vendors with resources and products for veterans and their families and more. Celebration is FREE to attend. Information

City of Florissant Veterans Day Parade (STL), Sunday, November 9 from 1-3pm. The parade starts at Bangert Park, 275 S New Florissant Rd, Florissant, MO 63031 at 1pm and goes north on Florissant and ends at the VFW Post 4105, 410 Rue St. Francois Street, Florissant, MO 63031 where the awards ceremony will take place after the parade. Information

Veterans Day Medal of Honor Walking Tour (STL), Tuesday, November 11 from 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm at Bellefontaine Cemetery and Arboretum, 4927 West Florissant Ave, St. Louis, MO, 63115. During this two-hour walking tour, you will visit the graves of the 10 Medal of Honor recipients laid to rest at Bellefontaine Cemetery and Arboretum. While on this walk, each of the 10 will have their American and Medal of Honor flags refreshed. At each grave, their accomplishments will be read aloud from the submissions made to secure their accommodation. Attendees will carry flags to each burial location and be part of honoring these 10 heroes of our country. This event is free, but space is limited. Sign up now.

O’Fallon, MO (SCC), Tuesday, November 11 at 11 a.m. at Veterans Memorial Walk, 800 Belleau Creek Rd., O’Fallon, MO 63366. Join the City of O’Fallon in honoring our nation’s heroes at our annual Veterans Day Ceremony. The event  is hosted by the O’Fallon Veterans Commission. Information

St. Peters, MO (SCC), Tuesday, November 11 at 10am at the Cultural Arts Centre inside City Hall, #1 City Centre Drive, 63376. We honor the brave men and women of the United States Armed Forces. www.stpetersmo.net/hometownheroes

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