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April 10, 2013
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Please exercise caution in The Lodge parking lot: drive slow, watch for pedestrians and obey the traffic signs. Thank you!
Shred It & Forget It on April 20!
Shredding Event
File those taxes and then join us on Saturday, April 20, for some spring shredding! The Federal Trade Commission estimates that as many as 9 million Americans have their identities stolen each year, costing individuals and businesses nearly $50 billion. The FTC recommends deterring identity theft by safeguarding your personal information, which includes shredding financial documents and paperwork. CitiShred will provide shredding services at Des Peres Park on Saturday, April 20, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., for Lodge members and Des Peres residents. No registration necessary; maximum 3 bankers boxes per car. CLICK HERE for more information!
Register Your Kids for Camp Des Peres!
CampCalling all campers! Are you ready for a jam-packed summer full of games and laughs at Camp Des Peres? Campers will enjoy a variety of great activities under the supervision of our trained staff. Fee includes transportation, special events, swimming at The Lodge, camp shirt and camp supplies. Children must bring their own sack lunch and beverage, including water bottle, each day. This is an outdoor camp that takes place at Des Peres Park starting June 10. Click here for more information or call 314-835-6150 to register!
Splash & Dash Biathlon Coming Soon!
SplashDashParticipate in our inaugural youth biathlon, The Lodge Des Peres Splash & Dash, on Sunday, April 21! Boys and girls, ages 8-10, will compete in a 100-yard swim and 1-mile run. Boys and girls ages, 11-12, will compete in a 200-yard swim and 1.8-mile run. Boys and girls ages, 13-14, will compete separately in a 200-yard swim and 1.8-mile run. Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 finishers in each bracket. The registration deadline is Friday, April 12CLICK HERE for details!
Annual Arbor Day Event - April 27!
Arbor Day KidsPlease join us on Saturday, April 27, for our annual Arbor Day celebration at Des Peres Park. The Arbor Day festivities at the park include bluegrass music, Home Depot crafts, popcorn, Pretzel Boys pretzels, birds of prey from the World Bird Sanctuary, a balloon artist, Smokey Bear and more from 10 a.m.-1 p.m.! Click here for more information about this fun and FREE family event! Thank you to all of our sponsors! Note: Free tree seedlings will be available at The Lodge on Friday, April 26, and at the Arbor Day event on April 27.
Register for the FREE Bike Smart Class!
Bike Smart Class
Whether you are considering commuting to work by bike or simply want to learn more about how to ride safely, Trailnet has just the class for you! Trailnet is offering a hands-on class at The Lodge on Saturday, April 27, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., on how to ride as visibly, predictably and safely as possible. The class will also include basic bike maintenance such as changing a flat tire and adjusting derailleurs and brakes. The class will be led by a League of American Bicyclists certified cycling instructor. This program is brought to you by Great Rivers Greenway and presented by Trailnet. Call 314-835-6150 to register today!
MARK YOUR CALENDAR:
Youth Dance Recital - April 20 (NOTE: The Basketball Courts will be closed April 19 & 20 for the dance rehearsals/recitals)
Pitch, Hit & Run @ Des Peres Park - April 20
Shredding Event @ Des Peres Park - April 20
Splash & Dash Race - April 21
Arbor Day Celebration @ Des Peres Park - April 27
Monster Machines Day @ Des Peres Park - May 4
Visit www.TheLodgeDesPeres.com for details about these events.
Thank you for choosing The Lodge Des Peres!
 
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Des Peres Parks and Recreation