As the oldest park in the city parks system, Blanchette Park has also seen many changes through the years. It has always been a gathering place for the community, however.
Today, residents head to Blanchette Park to swim in the aquatic facility, which is open between the end of May and the middle of August each summer. Children must be 12 to attend by themselves.
Memorial Hall in the center of the park, is a facility that can be rented for everything from a pancake breakfast to a reception. Rooms can be rented individually. Rau Garden is another popular outdoor garden that can be rented for outdoor weddings.
The park also has baseball diamonds, a football field, horseshoe courts and tennis courts. Bum's Hollow is a natural amphitheater that is used for concerts in the summer and for sledding in the winter.
The City of St. Charles Parks and Recreation Department's Administrative Center is located within Blanchette Park. Visitors can reserve facilities in any of the city's parks by calling the administrative center at 636-949-3372.
Want "all hot dogs, all the time" and deep-fried Twinkies too? Classic Red Hots does the dogs any way you can imagine, from straight-up plain to Chicago style, along with that notorious dessert. This is a small place, fun and personal. Eat outdoors or in.
Chili's is located in the Arnold Commons shopping center at the intersection of Highway 141 and Highway 55. Chili's is part of a chain restaurant which has an extensive menu, including soup, chili, salads, sandwiches, steaks, ribs, hamburgers, fajitas, quesadillas, tacos, chicken and seafood. Orders can be placed online or by phone and picked up at the Chili's To Go entrance. Chili's offers frequent specials, coupons, contests, an e-mail club, gift cards and merchandise through the Chili's website.
Chili's Grill & Bar has the flavors from the grill that will melt in your mouth. Try starters such as Texas cheese fries, Southwestern eggrolls and skillet queso. Entrees include chicken fajitas, Big Mouth Burgers and the famous baby back ribs. Takeout and online ordering are available.
