Activities
Senior Programs
Lunch Bunch
Join us on the first Thursday of the month for food, friends, and fun. Come to the Holland Room at the REC for a day you’ll look forward to every month. After lunch is served we will play bingo for your chance to win gift certificates or table prizes. We look forward to seeing you there! Must register in advance.
$7 Per Day | 11-1pm | Ages 55+
All Meals will take place in the Holland Room
Pizza
Thursday, August 1, 2019
Grilled Chicken Breast
Thursday, September 5, 2019
Bourbon Roasted Pork
Thursday, October 3, 2019
Turkey
Thursday, November 7, 2019
Christmas Glazed Ham
Thursday, December 5, 2019
Bunco
Are you lucky with the roll of the dice? If so, this is the club for you! The Bunco Club will meet on the 2nd Wednesday of the month. Enjoy snacks & refreshments each week as you roll your luck for a chance to win gift certificates at local establishments.
$2 Per Day | Starts at 10am | Ages 55+ | at The REC
Wednesday, August 14, 2019
Wednesday, September 11, 2019
Wednesday, October 9, 2019
Wednesday, November 13, 2019
Wednesday, December 11, 2019
Craft Day
Come get crafty with Fairview Heights Parks & Recreation. We will be offering simple crafts that seniors will enjoy putting together with friends. Each craft will take roughly 1 hour to complete.
$4 Per Day | 10am-11:30am | Ages 55+ | at The REC Recreation Room
Sun Catchers
Wednesday, August 21, 2019
$4.00
Basket Weaving – Must register by September 15
Wednesday, September 25, 2019
$10.00
Terra Cotta Pumpkins
Wednesday, October 22, 2019
$4.00
Holiday Snow Covered Candle Holder
Wednesday, November 20, 2019
$4.00
Mr. & Mrs. Claus Wine Bottle Painting
Wednesday, December 4, 2019
$4.00
St. Louis Sweets & Treats
Hold on to your sweet tooth and hop on our bus! We will embark on a journey to some of the most famous and delicious places sweets are offered in St. Louis. First we will stop at Chocolate Chocolate Chocolate to receive a behind the scenes tour where they make their famous candies, the tour includes complimentary chocolate. Next we will travel to Dad’s Cookie Company and Merb’s to learn about the history of each company and purchase some of their yummy treats. After our share of sweets in the morning we will head to the Lemp Mansion for lunch. You will be able to order off Lemp’s extensive lunch menu. After lunch we will visit a few other local favorite places where people love to go get their sweets before we travel back home. This trip will require a moderate amount of walking. Lunch is not included in trip cost. BUS WILL DEPART FROM THE NEW REC FACILITY
$36 | 8:30am-4:30pm | Ages 55+ | at The REC
Thursday, June 20, 2019
Museums, Mosaics, and Mozzarella
Join us for a day to appreciate the finer things in life. First we will head to the beautiful Cathedral Basilica to see all of the stunning mosaics portrayed throughout the church. A private tour guide will lead us through the Cathedral to explain the history of the Basilica and reveal the meaning behind the extraordinary artwork. After the tour we will have lunch at Zia’s on The Hill where you will be able to order from their full menu. Once we are finished with lunch we will make a quick stop at the Missouri Baking Company if you’d like to purchase any of their baked goods. To conclude our trip we will take a self guided tour of the Jewel Box in Forrest Park, then stop at the Missouri History Museum to see the traveling collection of Pulitzer Prize winning photographs. Price includes transportation and tour fees.
August 22 | 9:30am – 4pm
Members/Residents $40.00
Non-Members/Non-Residents $45.00
Ages 55+ | St. Louis, MO
The Tom Sawyer Adventures
Step back in time as we travel to the hometown of famous author, Mark Twain. Our bus will depart for Hannibal, MO to see the place where Twain grew up. We will have a chance to see the Mark Twain childhood home and the museum with artifacts from his life. After touring the house and historic museum we will stop for lunch at the Mark Twain Dinette and Family Restaurant, Hannibal’s hometown restaurant for the last 74 years. Once we have finished lunch you will have the opportunity to walk the cobblestone streets of downtown Hannibal for shopping or visit a few other museums for an additional fee. Price includes transportation, lunch and Mark Twain Museum fee. The bus will depart from the The REC parking lot.
September 19 | 8am – 5pm | Ages 55+
Members/Residents $65.00
Non-Members/Non-Residents $70.00
Hannibal, MO
Shawnee Wine Trail
Enjoy the beautiful scenery as we travel through the Shawnee National Forest and visit some of Southern Illinois favorite wineries. At each winery we will be able to do a wine tasting and find out what makes their wine so special. Once we have finished with the wineries we will embark for lunch at Giant City Lodge and Restaurant for a family style meal of all you can eat fried chicken with all of the sides. Price includes transportation, wine tastings, and lunch.
October 24 | 9am – 5pm | 55
Members/Residents $65.00
Non-Members/Non-Residents $70.00
Southern IL
Christmas in St. Charles
Get a jump start on the Holidays! The Gingerbread Shop in Kirkwood will be overflowing with poinsettias, decor and tasty goodies like peppermint bark, old fashioned molasses puffs, nuts, chocolates, and much more. Afterwards we will head to St. Charles for lunch and to check out the unique boutiques they offer, all decorated for the Holiday season! There is significant walking on this trip, but plenty of rest areas as well. Price includes transportation only
November 21 | 9am – 3:30pm | 55+
Members/Residents $30.00
Non-Members/Non-Residents $35.00
St. Charles, MO
Trivia Day
If you think you’re smart or if you know someone that’s a know it all, join us at The REC for our trivia day. You can register individually or register as a table of 6. Trivia questions will range from sports to spooky and history to what’s fresh and new along with plenty of other categories. Your table could get extra prizes if you decorate or get dressed up. Tables are responsible for bringing their own snacks and treats. We will provide coffee, tea, and water.
October 31 | 10am – 12pm | $8 | 55+
Holland Room
Senior Walking Club
This program will be for our senior members at the REC. They will come walk with us on the indoor track twice a week. We will set a goal at the beginning of each week and keep track of their progress. There will be an allotted time they will come walk on Tuesdays and Thursdays. We will encourage our seniors with daily quotes and to set goals to keep them motivated!
September 3 – October 31 | 9-10:30 am | 55+
REC Members Only | The REC
Summer Camps
Evening Soccer Camps
Recreational Soccer Camp
June 25-28 | Ages 5-10 | 6:00-8:00pm
at The REC Outdoor Soccer Field
Members – $50 | Non Members – $65
Athletics Manager Herb Schuler and the REC FC staff teach participants the fundamentals of Soccer in a non-competitive environment. Players learn new skills each day, focusing on teamwork, dribbling, passing, and scoring.
Pro Academy Camp
June 25-28 | Ages 7-14 | 6:00-8:00pm
at The REC Outdoor Soccer Field
Members – $50 | Non Members – $65
Athletics Manager Herb Schuler and the REC FC staff teach participants the advanced Soccer techniques in a competitive environment. Players learn new skills each day, focusing on advanced passing techniques, dribbling moves and turns, and advanced scoring techniques.
Pro Academy Elite Camp
June 25-28 | 6:00-8:00pm
Currently in or entering High School
at The REC Outdoor Soccer Field
Members – $50 | Non Members – $65
Athletics Manager Herb Schuler and the REC FC staff teach participants the advanced Soccer techniques in a competitive environment. Players will sharpen skills each day, focusing on advanced passing techniques, dribbling moves and turns, and advanced scoring techniques. The camp will also focus on speed, agility, and conditioning.
Daytime Sports Performance Academy
Speed Camp
For Kids
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Ages 5-8 | 10:00-10:45am
Gym – Court A
Members – $50 | Non Members – $60
An introductory camp for any child that wants to gain quickness and become more agile. This class will provide the proper foundation for any young athlete.
July 8-19
Intermediate
Speed Camp
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Ages 9-11 | 11:00-11:45am
Gym – Court A
Members – $50 | Non Members – $60
This camp will focus on Speed and Agility, Movement, and Coordination for any athlete that wants to excel. Movement and Coordination curriculum includes the following techniques: Hop, Run, Crawl, Jump, Skip, Dodge, Leap, Slide, Gallop, Roll, Walk. The Speed and Agility curriculum includes the following movements: Linear, Lateral, Multidirectional.
July 8-19
Advanced
Speed Camp
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Ages 12-14 | 1:00-1:45pm
Gym – Court A
Members – $50 | Non Members – $60
This camp will focus on Speed and Agility, Movement, and Coordination for any athlete that wants to excel. Movement and Coordination curriculum includes the following techniques: Hop, Run, Crawl, Jump, Skip, Dodge, Leap, Slide, Gallop, Roll, Walk. The Speed and Agility curriculum includes the following movements: Linear, Lateral, Multidirectional. The Strength curriculum includes the following: Exercise Technique, Bodyweight, Med Balls, Stability Balls, Resistance Bands.
July 8-19
High School
Speed Camp
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
High School Age | 2:00-2:45pm
Gym – Court A
Members – $50 | Non Members – $60
This camp will focus on Speed and Agility, Movement, and Coordination for any athlete that wants to excel. Movement and Coordination curriculum includes the following techniques: Hop, Run, Crawl, Jump, Skip, Dodge, Leap, Slide, Gallop, Roll, Walk. The Speed and Agility curriculum includes the following movements: Linear, Lateral, Multidirectional. The Strength curriculum includes the following: Exercise Technique, Bodyweight, Med Balls, Stability Balls, Resistance Bands.
July 8-19
Lil Spikers Volleyball Camp
July 22-25
Grades 1-4 | 9:00-11:00am
Gym – Court A
Members – $60 | Non Members – $75
Athletics Manager Herb Schuler and staff teach Little Spikers participants the fundamentals of Volleyball in a non-competitive environment. Players learn new skills each day, focusing on teamwork, bumping, setting, and serving.
Day Camps
Day Camp is held at Moody Park from 9:00 am-3:00 pm. Before/After Care is available 7:00-9:00 am and 3:00-6:00 pm.
Each week includes a specific theme, a field trip, swimming, arts & crafts, outdoor games & fun food Fridays.
K-6th Grade | Monday – Friday
9:00 am -3:00 pm at Moody Park
Day Camp
Members $90 | Non-Members $95
Extended Care
Members $30 | Non-Members $35
Special Events
Ice Cream Social
June 28th | 6pm-8pm | Moody Park
Cool off with Parks and Recreation for our annual Ice Cream Social. This is free to Fairview Heights Residents and School Students only. Joining us will be the Fairview Heights Fire Department from 6-6:30. Ice Cream will be served from 6-8 p.m.
Fishing Rodeo
August 31st | 9am to Noon | Moody Park
Register by August 9 – $5.00
Late Registration -$10.00
Deadline to register August 23
Residents Ages 5 – 13
The annual Kids Fishing Rodeo is quickly approaching. Preregistration is required and can be done at the Fairview Heights Parks & Recreaiton Office or online. Thanks to the City of Fairview Heights and the Elks Lodge 664 every child will receive lunch and prizes. The event is for Fairview Heights Residents only. Come out to Moody Park and see if you can catch the BIG ONE!
Fall Festival
October 12 | 1pm-6pm | Moody Park
Free | Families
Bring the entire family out to Moody Park on Saturday, October 12th from 1:00-6:00 pm for some good old fashion fun. Admission is free (all children must be accompanied by a parent). We will have vendors selling food, crafts, and novelties. Children can play games for a chance to win prizes. Games will cost $0.50 per play. Crafts, pumpkin painting and hay rides will also be available. We look forward to seeing you there!
Monster Egg Hunt
October 12 | 2pm | Moody Park
Free | 2-8 years
Join us SaturdayOctober 12th for the 7th annual Monster Egg Hunt! There will be over 5,000 black and orange eggs filled with toys and candy. If you wear your Halloween costume you will receive extra tickets to use at the Fall Festival! The Monster Egg Hunt is for children ages 2-8 years old. The hunt begins at 2:00 pm SHARP and is over within minutes. Be sure to arrive early to claim your spot.
Christmas Spectacular
December 14 | 10am-1pm | The REC
Free | Families
Gather all your good boys and girls and come see Santa Claus! We will be having the annual Christmas Spectacular on Saturday December 14. Come with your family to enjoy games, food, crafts, and of course a visit from Santa Claus and his favorite elves from the North Pole.
Letters from Santa
Letters will be sent between December 1-20
$2.00 per letter | All Ages | The REC
Letters to Santa
Mailbox will be open form December 1-20
All Ages | The REC
Send a letter to Santa Claus! The REC will have a place for you to drop off your letters to the North Pole. We will make sure they are received safely by Santa Claus himself!
The Great Pumpkin Glow
October 22 | 6-7:30pm
$10.00 per pumpkin
Families | The REC
It’s the great pumpkin glow! Families are invited to the REC for a fun family night. Each family will receive a pumpkin as well as carving supplies to create their perfect Jack-O-Lantern. We will have hotdogs, beverages, and snacks for all families that participate. Must register by October 15. Halloween costumes are encouraged!
Track of Treats
October 24 | 6-7:30 pm
FREE Event For Residents & REC Members Only
Families with children 10 and under
The REC
Families are welcome to attend the Track of Treats at the REC. Businesses will be lined around the track to hand out candy and other goodies for the children that attend. We encourage everyone to dress in costumes to participate in the fun family event!
Parents Night Out at The REC
November 8 | 6-11 pm
$20 Members; $30 Non-Members
Ages 3-12 | The REC
Does your child need somewhere fun and safe to play? Do you need a nightout or just some peace and quiet? Look no further than Parent’s Night Out at The REC! While they play with their friends, you take a well deserved night off knowing your child is in good hands. There will be organized time for: Swimming, Gym, Playground, ClipnClimb(CNC only available for those weighing over 25 pounds)