CASA Kane County invites the community to an evening of entertainment, inspiration, and impact at the inaugural Dancing with the Local Stars, Wednesday, Oct, 7, at the historic Arcada Theatre, 105 E. Main Street, in St. Charles. Inspired by the popular television dance competition, the event will bring together some
The Roosevelt-Aurora American Legion Post 84 is hosting their annual “Jim Butler” Golf Outing Wednesday, Sept. 23, at Bliss Creek Golf Course, 1 Golf View Road, Sugar Grove, with a shotgun start at 1 p.m.. “This is our annual event that honors and supports the Veterans in the Aurora community”,
Wesley United Methodist Church, 14 N. May St. in Aurora, is collecting donations for a community pop-up shower event.Reverend Tammy Scott, Wesley lead pastor, said donations needed are all sizes of men’s and women’s underwear and T-shirts. Donations will be accepted to Sept. 16, at the church, 14 N. May
The Rotary Club of Batavia has officially launched its 38th Annual Charity Raffle, continuing a longtime community tradition that gives participants the opportunity to win significant cash prizes while supporting organizations and programs serving the Tri-cities area and beyond. Raffle tickets are $100 each, with only 1,200 tickets available. Proceeds
Loaves & Fishes Community Services’s annual Night to End Hunger, a premier fundraising event dedicated to raising critical support for individuals and families experiencing food insecurity across DuPage, Kane, Kendall, and Will Counties will take place Friday, Sept. 18, from 6:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. at Hotel Arista, 2139 City
The 24th annual Rock & Bowl to End Homelessness, an event dedicated to raising essential funds for DuPagePads will be held Saturday, Sept. 19, from noon to 3 p.m. at Fox Bowl, 1101 Butterfield Rd., in Wheaton. The fun-filled day of bowling benefits the more than 300 guests, including 100
Batavia families will have a new way to support local schools and downtown businesses this fall when Batavia MainStreet launches its first-ever Shop Local. Support Our Schools! community weekend September 12–13. The two-day event will bring together more than 30 participating downtown Batavia businesses and six Batavia elementary school PTOs
Here for Life Walk-a-Thon will take place at 9 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 12 at Pottawatomie Park, 8 North Ave, St. Charles.Attendees can gather sponsor pledges and raise funds for suicide prevention. Register at https://www.givegab.com/campaigns/2026-here-for-life-walk The Here for Life Walk began in 2006 as a way for individuals to come together
Mark your calendars, book lovers! The Friends of the Yorkville Public Library are hosting their popular Annual Used Book Sale Saturday, Sept. 5, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Yorkville Public Library, 902 Game Farm Road, Yorkville. Whether you are hunting for your next favorite weekend read, stocking up
The ninth annual Moose-A-Palooza event will feature eight bands for a full day of fun and great music Saturday, Aug. 29 from 1 p.m. to 11 p.m. at 1535 S. Batavia Ave., Batavia. All net proceeds will help the Batavia Moose Lodge support the needs of the children at Mooseheart
Since 2018, the Big Band and BBQ sponsored by Senior Services Associates, Inc. of Kendall County has been the signature fundraising event for the non-profit agency serving the needs of Senior Citizens and their families. The tradition will continue Thursday, Sept. 3, as the first event of the weekend at
Cyclists of all ages and skill levels are invited to ride for a purpose at the Hope Echoes on the River Charity Bike Ride, taking place Sunday, Aug. 30, at the historic Kane County Courthouse in Geneva. This community event will raise critical funds for CASA Kane County, helping ensure
The ninth annual Moose-A-Palooza event will feature eight bands for a full day of fun and great music Saturday, Aug. 29 from 1 p.m. to 11 p.m. at 1535 S. Batavia Ave., Batavia. All net proceeds will help the Batavia Moose Lodge support the needs of the children at Mooseheart
The 23rd Annual Golf for a Child Invitational in support of CASA Kane County Monday, Aug. 24 at the St. Charles Country Club, 1250 Country Club Road, St. Charles. The exciting event brings together community leaders, supporters, and golf enthusiasts for a memorable day on the greens and delicious food.
Naperville Neighborly Day, a free Block Party with traditional nostalgia vibes in downtown Naperville, on Chicago Ave. between Washington to Main St., will take place 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 9. The day will have many notable musical performances and visitors are encouraged to bring lawn chairs to
The Oswego Police Department is partnering with Red Robin to host a Tip-A-Cop fundraiser benefiting Special Olympics Illinois Tuesday, Aug. 11. Community members are invited to dine at Red Robin, 2860 Route 34, Oswego, where Oswego police officers and other first responders will trade in their badges for serving trays
By Russ George Sixth annual “Dan Jakusz Night”, fundraiser, to benefit the Diabetes Club of Fox Valley, will be held Saturday, Aug. 1, at Joliet Slammers Stadium, 1 Mayor Art Schultz Drive, Joliet. Joliet Slammers vs. New York Boulders. First pitch at 6 p.m.. Nick Jakusz, organizes this yearly fundraiser
The Aurora Police Department’s honor guard will host a fundraiser Saturday, Aug. 8 from 1 p.m. to midnight at Southbank Original Barbecue, 129 E. Hydraulic Ave., Yorkville. The event will feature a raffle and live band. —Al Benson
Winners of the men’s division stand on the podiums at the Kiwanis Club of Aurora Charity Pickleball Tournament July 18, at Pickleball Kingdom – North Aurora.
Batavia MainStreet’s largest annual fundraiser, Cocktails in the Park, will return Saturday, July 25 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at scenic Appleton Park, 100 N. Island Ave. in downtown Batavia, behind City Hall. The signature summer event will bring together great food from 10 local restaurants, vendors, live music,
