The Batavia Boardwalk Shops, 114 E Wilson St., Batavia,, will get a little more magical in October with the return of Witches Night Out Saturday, Oct. 17, from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.. The evening will feature tarot and other readings, pop-up vendors, a costume contest, and festive specials throughout
Chris Linden will explore the legendary hideouts, real-life haunts, and the lingering connections with Prohibition in our region Tuesday Oct. 13 at 2 p.m. at 113 South Third Street, Geneva. Please register at https://tinyurl.com/2ruejvj9 —Geneva History Museum
This year, the Aurora Historical Society, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to preserving Aurora’s rich heritage, is celebrating its 120th anniversary, Saturday, Oct. 3, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. the Historical Society will hold its Fall fundraising banquet at the Aurora Country Club, 1548 Prairie St., Aurora. This year’s banquet,
The City of Aurora will have its last meeting as part of the Summer Civics Series, covering a finalized 2027 budget overview and discussion. Saturday, Sept. 26 at 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Aurora Public Works Facility, 2185 Liberty Street, Aurora. The final event will consist of a
The Forest Preserve District of Kane County will host the annual Harvest Fall Festival Sunday, Sept. 27, from noon to 3 p.m. at Oakhurst Forest Preserve, 1680 Fifth Ave., Aurora. Festival-goers can paint pumpkins, play games, create nature-inspired crafts, visit education stations, and enjoy live folk music and refreshments. Admission
The Yorkville Public Library Youth Service Department will have many events in September. All events will take place at the Library, 902 Game Farm Road, unless otherwise noted. For more information, or to register, call 630-553-4354 or visit www.yorkville.lib.il.us. •LEGO Kits, September 14-19Come by the library during open hours this
The Forest Preserve District of Kane County’s “Little Saplings” series invites children ages three to five and their caregivers to discover the wonders of the natural world this fall. Each month, children can explore a new seasonal theme through stories, nature hikes, songs, games and crafts. A parent or caregiver
Aurora’s Wesley United Methodist Church will join northern Illinois congregations supporting immigrants Sunday, Sept. 13. Wesley pastor Reverend Tammy Scott said the church will participate in “Faithful Action: Love Your Neighbor,” a series of area immigrant advocacy demonstrations sponsored by the UMC Northern Illinois Conference Commission on Religion and Race.
Pick up a box of canned goods, fresh fruit, and veggies, frozen meat, bread, milk, eggs and more at the FREE Plano Food Pantry, Friday, Aug. 21 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.. All in need are welcome to visit the location at First Lutheran Church in Plano, 200 N
Montgomery Fest, one of the community’s favorite summer traditions, will return August 14-16, and bring three days of live entertainment, family activities, carnival rides, food, local vendors, and community celebrations to Montgomery Park.This year’s fest will offer something for everyone, with several exciting additions and expanded activities throughout the weekend.For
Project Safe Aurora invites residents of all ages to Lighting the Way to a Safer Aurora, a free community event celebrating resilience, healing, and community connection Saturday, Aug. 15, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Bardwell Residences, 301 Weston Ave., Aurora. Guests can enjoy free tacos, live music, family-friendly
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
It’s that time of year when many parents, including myself, start to feel the weight of back-to-school season. Every day brings another task: buy supplies, find activities, schedule haircuts, all while trying not to get buried under stress! Luckily, the Aurora Public Library District is ready to make that transition
The Yorkville Public Library Youth Service Department will have many events in August. All events will take place at the Library, 902 Game Farm Road, unless otherwise noted. For more information, or to register, call 630-553-4354 or visit www.yorkville.lib.il.us. •Artful Beginnings (preschool), Monday, Aug. 10, 10:30 a.m..We will read a
Naperville Park District invites the community to “A Night at the Movies,” a series of five free, family-friendly movies hosted outdoors at different locations in Naperville. Each movie will be hosted on Friday nights and acts as a great start to the weekend. Additionally, attendees are welcome to arrive an
Communities throughout Aurora will come together to celebrate National Night Out Tuesday, Aug. 4. National Night Out is a nationwide event that occurs annually on the first Tuesday in August. Across Aurora’s 10 wards, neighbors will gather in the community to strengthen relationships among residents, public safety officials, and City
National Night Out, an annual community-building campaign to promote police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie, will take place Tuesday, Aug. 4 across the Nation. Below are a few select communities with events. Batavia The Batavia Police Department will host an event from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 5, at
The National Beep Baseball Association world series will come to Aurora Monday-Saturday, Aug. 3-8. Blind and visually impaired athletes will compete aided by volunteers at the 50th annual event at Stuart Sports Complex, 39W585 Jericho Rd., Aurora. Admission is free. — Al Benson
North Aurora Days will be two days of free fun, Friday, Aug. 7 and Saturday, Aug. 8 at North Aurora Riverfront Park, 25 East State Street, North Aurora. The days will be filled with music, food, fun for the kids, and fireworks August 8 at 9:30 p.m..On the same days
The Yorkville Public Library Youth Service Department will have many events in August. All events will take place at the Library, 902 Game Farm Road, unless otherwise noted. For more information, or to register, call 630-553-4354 or visit www.yorkville.lib.il.us. •Window Art, August 3-8 Help the library decorate this month by
