Geneva Swedish Days 2026
Barb Johnson of Yorkville, left, beats a drum as members of Sons of Norway Polar Star Chapter 5-472 march in Swedish Days parade in downtown Geneva June 28.
Geneva’s Viking ship open for tours
Geneva’s 1893 replica Viking ship will host visitors Sunday, June 21; Saturday, June 27; and Sunday, June 28, at Good Templar Park, 528 East Side Dr. in Geneva. Visiting hours are 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.. The public is invited. Parking is free. Cost is $7 per adult, $4 for
Hanson, Holmes, end-of-session community town hall in Geneva
State representative Matt Hanson, D-Montgomery, will co-host an end-of-session community town hall with State senator Linda Holmes Monday, June 15 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Geneva Public Library, 227 S 7th St., Geneva. Interested parties can register for the town hall at https://tinyurl.com/24hwe4wk. “I look forward to
Geneva’s Art Explosion
Geneva’s inaugural Art Explosion featured 60 artists at 45 locations in downtown along Third and State streets.
Geneva No Kings rally Oct. 18
A rally Saturday, Oct. 18, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Randall Road and Gleneagle Drive in Geneva will be part of a national No Kings protest. The public is invited. Co-sponsors are We Can Lead Change, Fox Valley Activists, Fox Valley Rising Indivisible, HIKE Indivisible and others. An
Geneva animals blessing October 5
Pets aren’t just animals that live in your home. They’re sources of comfort. Devoted friends. Family. Sunday, Oct. 5, from 12:30 p.m. to 1 p.m., on the Kane County Courthouse, 100 S 3rd Street, Geneva, lawn in downtown Geneva will be filled with wagging tails, curious eyes, and the cheerful
Shakespeare in the Park in Geneva August 2
Geneva’s beloved free, family-friendly Shakespeare in the Park event will return Saturday, Aug. 2 at Island Park. Goodly Creatures Theatre will perform the comedy “Much Ado About Nothing.” The play will start at 6 p.m. and runs about 90 minutes without intermission. Seating will begin at 4 p.m.. Guests should
Geneva Viking 2025 ship tours to open April 19
Public viewing of the Viking, a replica longship displayed at Good Templar Park, 528 East Side Drive in Geneva, will begin Saturday, April 20. Guided and self-guided viewing hours will be from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.. Additional dates will be May 17, June 15, 21, 22; July 19, Aug.
Geneva Library volunteer fair April 5
The Geneva Public Library, 227 S. Seventh Street, will host a volunteer fair from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 5. The event will be held in the library meeting room. The public is invited. Admission and parking are free. The following service organizations will offer information: Anderson Humane, Camp
Geneva historic restaurant exhibit Feb. 7
Geneva History Museum will unveil “Eat Your Heart Out Geneva,” a new exhibit exploring Geneva’s historic restaurants, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 7. An opening reception for members and VIP guests at the museum, 113 S. Third Street, will feature a presentation at 6 p.m. by Izzy
Final Geneva Viking ship viewing Oct. 19-20
Geneva’s Viking ship will hold final seasonal tours October 19-20. The replica Norwegian longship is on display at Good Templar Park, 528 East Side Drive in Geneva. Guided and self-guided tours will be held every 15 minutes from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 19-20. Daily guided
Geneva Viking mascot history
The Geneva History Museum, 113 S. Third Street in Geneva, will explore the history of Geneva High School’s Viking mascot at noon Tuesday, May 9. Continuing the museum’s Brown Bag noontime series, “The History of Geneva Vikings” will be presented by museum educator Heidi Howlett. Admission is free. Reservations are
Viking history in series
Geneva History Museum, 113 Third Street in Geneva, is launching a lecture series highlighting Viking history, culture and contributions. The public is invited. Admission is $5 for adults and $2 for children ages 3-10, students and seniors from age 65; free for Museum members. Presentations are: • March 14—Viking Women,
Anderson’s seventh annual Pets-AH-Palooza at in Geneva
Matilda the bloodhound greets Anderson Humane Society volunteer Sam Payton of St. Charles Sunday, Sept. 25, at Anderson’s seventh annual Pets-AH-Palooza at Northwestern Medicine Field in Geneva. Matilda was among two animals appearing in five educational presentations.
Geneva Arts Fair winners receive honors
Geneva Chamber of Commerce announced the 2022 Geneva Arts Fair category winners. Judging took place Saturday July 23 and winners each in 2D and 3D were awarded honors and a cash prize. 2022 judges were Ana Vitek (2D) and Jeremy Foy (3D). The Geneva Arts Fair took place July 23-24.
Fourth of July Celebrations 2022 in the Greater Fox Valley area
Aurora • RiverEdge Park, 360 N. Broadway, and McCullough Park, Illinois Avenue and Lake Street, music, games, food, kids activities, will start at 7 p.m.. Fireworks will be Monday, July 4 at 9:15 p.m. over the Fox River with viewing at McCullough Park and RiverEdge Park. • Fourth of July
Blood drive in Geneva October 20
Throughout Illinois, there is an urgent need for blood. Every two seconds someone in the United States needs blood, whether it be for an accident victim, a surgery patient or those affected by natural disasters. To ensure the Fox Valley area has an adequate blood supply, community residents are invited
Kane County solar field project: Financial savings
A two megawatt solar (2MW) field to be installed at the Kane County Judicial Center in Geneva will generate enough energy to save taxpayers $5 million over the next 25 years. The solar field project, approved by the Kane County Board at the September 14 meeting, will generate more than
Bridge brigade brings message
By Jean Pierce Approximately 40 individuals participated in a bridge brigade demonstration for voting rights in Geneva, Friday, Sept. 17. They held up signs for passing motorists to see. The rally was part of a nationwide day of action designed to make residents aware of the need to pressure the
Shakespeare appears again in Geneva
Geneva’s popular Shakespeare in the Park event will returns to Island Park on July 17 with a free performance of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.” This light-hearted comedy is a classic tale of runaway lovers, featuring a play-within-a-play and fairy feuds and is suitable for all ages. The play tells the