April 2011 Events

Every Monday 7:30 p.m.
Ghost Tours at The Historic Roundhouse

America's Historic Roundhouse
205 N. Broadway, Aurora
(630) 264-BREW
rh34.com

First Sunday of the Month
Sit and Knit

Led by experienced knitter Christina Padilla, this informal club offers an opportunity to share knitting tips, patterns, and stories. Beginners welcome. No registration required.
1-2 p.m.
Aurora Public Library Main Library
1 E. Benton St., Aurora
(630) 264-4100
afroth@aurora.lib.us
aurora.lib.il.us

First Saturday of every Month
Johnny Gray

Great One Man Band! From live dancing to country favorites does it all! No Cover
8-11 p.m.
Best Western Timber Creek Inn & Suites & Convention Center
3300 Drew Ave., Sandwich
(630) 273-6000
(866) 99-CREEK
timbercreekinnandsuites.com

April 1-2
All Shook Up!

The story is all NEW! The hits are all ELVIS!
It's a square little town until a motorcycle ridin', guitar playin' and hip swivelin' hunk rides in and has everyone jumpin' out of their blue suede shoes in ALL SHOOK UP. It's Footloose, Grease and Happy Days all rolled into one zany story. With more than 24 Elvis hits, All Shook Up kick starts a chain reaction of romances and rebellion through the power of rock 'n roll music! It's like an Elvis movie... but better! It's a feel-good story of crazy love triangles with laugh-out-loud comedy!
Tickets: $55.50 / 50.50 / 45.50
The Paramount Theatre
23 E. Galena Blvd. Aurora, IL 60506
paramountarts.com

April 2
Open House

Experience Annie's Om Towne. Free yoga and hip tease demos and more.
City of Aurora
14 W. Downer Pl., Aurora

April 2
Power Fights

Live mixed martial arts cage fighting championships! 3 Title Fights Doors open at 6pm-Fights start at 7pm. Tickets on Sale-630-641-9138 or 9137 Ticket prices start at $30
6-11 pm
Best Western Timber Creek Inn & Suites & Convention Center
3300 Drew Ave., Sandwich
(630) 273-6000
(866) 99-CREEK
timbercreekinnandsuites.com

April 3
An Afternoon with Micro Macramé - Presented by Lela Luetger

A traditional art since the 13th Century, macramé has evolved in many different directions over the years. Throw away your notions of hippie hemp and embrace the newest phase this art has taken – micro macramé with elegance and fine gauge threads being featured in jewelry, sculptural pieces and more! Over the afternoon, hear a lecture about the technique and Lela’s involvement, and see live demonstrations. If you have questions, this is a great time to bring them! Reservations required, though the event is free!
Cost: $35
Esther's Place
201 W. Galena St. (Route 30), Big Rock
(630) 556-9665
esthersplacefibers.com

April 6
Freedom Train

Harriet Tubman was born a slave, but when she was 25 she made her perilous escape from a Maryland plantation, leaving her family behind. Pursued by dogs and relentless slave catchers, she followed an escape route laid out by Quakers -- secret hiding places in churches, barns, cellars and homes. Freedom Train tells the thrilling story of Harriet Tubman, the Moses of her people, in a fascinating series of highly theatrical scenes that use dance, dialogue, and music of the period. Songs include "Follow the Drinking Gourd," "Steal Away," "Wade in the Water," "Good News, the Chariot's A-comin'," and many others still sung today. Freedom Train is the story of self-sacrifice, dedication and survival, laced with warmth and a sense of humor that celebrates the human spirit -- a universal story for all.
Tickets: $8
The Paramount Theatre
23 E. Galena Blvd. Aurora, IL 60506
paramountarts.com

April 6
Stand Up Dads (Rated PG-13)

When your 14-year old daughter tells you to stay in the car so her friends can't see you, you've reached a new level in your relationship with your kids. Get ready to hold your sides with laughter. The Stand-Up Dads are so funny they bring tears to your eyes. Comedic dads turn their wit and nutty observations about family life into a comedy show filled with physical humor that keeps the audience laughing from beginning to end. If you have had a dad or are married to one, this show is for you! Forget your troubles for a while and laugh at life with the Stand-Up Dads! Rated PG-13 (Good dads don't use bad words.)
Tickets: $25.50
The Paramount Theatre
23 E. Galena Blvd. Aurora, IL 60506
paramountarts.com

April 7 & 21
New!!! Lace Workshop – Bring your own project

Do you want to learn how to read charts and do those exquisite lace patters? This class is a support group for your latest project, whether still in the skein, on needles or in your mind! We’ll help you along with starting, continuing and finishing your lace with demonstrations of blocking, chart reading and more.
Cost: $45
Esther's Place
201 W. Galena St. (Route 30), Big Rock
(630) 556-9665
esthersplacefibers.com

April 7, May 21
New!!! Sushi Roll Jewelry

Roll different colors together to form a unique style of bead, then wet felt and slice to reveal a surprising array of designs! We’ll then fashion them into a bracelet. This is a great way to make earrings, trivets, and more! Fun and even great for kids.
Cost: $35
Esther's Place
201 W. Galena St. (Route 30), Big Rock
(630) 556-9665
esthersplacefibers.com

April 9
White Dragon

Top Shelf Presents White Dragon- A great band that loves playing the favorite 80's hits! Rock the night away with us - No Cover!
8 pm - 1 am
Best Western Timber Creek Inn & Suites & Convention Center
3300 Drew Ave., Sandwich
(630) 273-6000
(866) 99-CREEK
timbercreekinnandsuites.com

April 9
The Super Fantastic Cupcake Decorating Contest

Decorate and deliver your cupcake to the West Branch between 1 and 1:30 p.m. April 9. Entries will be judged on creativity, appearance and flair in 3 age levels -- adult, teen and child. Registration required.
1-3 p.m.
Aurora Public Library West Branch
233 S. Constitution Drive, Aurora
(630) 264-3600
aurora.lib.il.us

April 9-10
"Molded Heroes" Art inspired by toys

Work inspired by toys from over 20 local and international artists. Opening reception on April 9th 2011 at 6pm open to the public. April 10th from 10am to 5pm.
City of Aurora
75 South LaSalle Street, Aurora
fnal.gov/orgs/folkclub/
mike@sixtybones.com

April 9
Needle Felted Slippers

Combine needle and wet felting in these comfy slippers that make great gifts! We’ll combine both Cheviot and Merino wools in wonderful colors for strength and durability. Bring a felting tool if you have one or borrow one of ours.
Cost: $40 + materials: $25
Cost: $35
Esther's Place
201 W. Galena St. (Route 30), Big Rock
(630) 556-9665
esthersplacefibers.com

April 10, 17
Fermilab Barn Dance

The Fermilab Folk Club presents a Barn Dance on the second Sunday of every month except July and August with music and calling by the Chicago Barn Dance Company. We do a variety of traditional American dances. Everyone is welcome.
Kuhn Village Barn
Sauk Blvd & Che Che Pinqua, Batavia
(630) 840-2061
folkclub@fnal.gov
fnal.gov/orgs/folkclub/

April 13
Around the World - Russia's Great Cities

As director of sales for Time-Life books (Asia), Bill Helmuth traveled to over 100 countries, flown 4,000,000 miles, and lived on four continents. His unique presentations take you to some of the most memorable places on Earth. Also attend Peru and the Amazon on October 14, 2010 and receive a discounted rate on both events. Click on Packages on the menu on the top of this page for more information.
Waubonsee Community College
Geneva Township Senior Center
630-466-5755
waubonseetickets.com

April 13
Seniors - - Spring Bingo

Celebrate spring with a few rounds of BINGO! Prizes, snacks and fun. Registration requested.
10-11 a.m.
Aurora Public Library Eola Road Branch
555 S. Eola Road
(630) 264-3400
afroth@aurora.lib.us
aurora.lib.il.us

April 14, 21, 28
Needle Felted Mr. Bunny

This class expands on the skills learned in the beginning spinning class. We cover problem shooting, and different plying techniques, then exotic fibers like cotton, silk and angora, and styles of novelty yarn. Bring a wheel or use ours, bring a ball winder, niddy noddy if you have them.
Cost: $75 + materials: $15
Skill Level: Beginning Spinner on the wheel or spindle.
Esther's Place
201 W. Galena St. (Route 30), Big Rock
(630) 556-9665
esthersplacefibers.com

April 15
CIVIL WAR AT 150

A cooperative exhibit from Aurora Historical Society and Aurora Public Art Commission. Free
Open Wed-Fri, noon to 4.
10:15 a.m.
20 E. Downer Pl., Aurora
(630) 906-0650 (History) or
(630) 906-0654 (Art)
aurorahistoricalsociety.org

April 16
Breakfast with the Easter Bunny

Enjoy donuts, juice, milk and coffee, and visit with the Easter Bunny before the egg hunt. Pre-registration is required. Event sponsored by Dimples Donuts.
Rotolo Middle School
1501 S. Raddant Road, Batavia
(630) 879-5235
allisonn@bataviaparks.org
bataviaparks.org

April 16
Deadliest Catch with Johnathan and Andy Hillstrand

Fishing for crab in the Bering Sea leaves no room for mistakes. Join Time Bandit co-captains Johnathan and Andy Hillstrand from the Discovery Channels Deadliest Catch for an inside look at one of the worlds deadliest professions. Johnathan and Andy will answer audience questions and show highlights from Deadliest Catch.
Waubonsee Community College
Rt 47 & Waubonsee Drive, Yorkville
630-466-5755
waubonseetickets.com

April 16
Easter Egg Hunt

Hop on over to the annual Easter Egg Hunt! Children will be divided into age groups, and the hunt will begin promptly at 10:00 am. Don't forget your basket and a camera!
Prairie Path Park at Rotolo Middle School
1501 S. Raddant Road, Batavia
(630) 687-5575
allisonn@bataviaparks.org
bataviaparks.org

April 17
Tax Dodge 5K & 10K run

Start your running season off on the right foot. Chair massages, exhibitors, blood pressure checks and more! Registration fee.
Yorkville REC Center
202 E. Countryside Parkway, Yorkville
(630) 553-2582
tevans@yorkville.il.us
yorkville.il.us

April 17
An Encounter With Mark Twain And Will Rogers

Warren Brown and Lance Brown have fun as America’s greatest humorists. Sponsored by Aurora Public Library. Free. Registration required.
2 p.m.
Aurora Regional Fire Museum
53 N. Broadway, Aurora
(630) 264-4100
aurorahistory.net

April 17
Yorkville Big Band Dance

Put on your dancing shoes and enjoy the great sounds of the Yorkville Big Band! $10 per person
6-9 pm
Best Western Timber Creek Inn & Suites & Convention Center
3300 Drew Ave., Sandwich
(630) 273-6000
(866) 99-CREEK
timbercreekinnandsuites.com

April 18
Fantasy Baseball League

April 18 is Draft Day -- pick your team! Participants must sign up and create a Yahoo e-mail account. Mid-Season and Season's End parties will be held in June and August. Participants must be 16 or older. Registration required.
7-8:30 p.m.
Aurora Public Library Eola Road Branch
555 S. Eola Road
(630) 264-3400
afroth@aurora.lib.us
aurora.lib.il.us

April 20
Attracting Butterflies to the Garden

Master Gardener Bonnie Prokop will show how to attract these "flying flowers" through their life cycle from caterpillar to butterfly. Registration requested.
7-8 p.m.
Aurora Public Library West Branch
233 S. Constitution Drive, Aurora
(630) 264-3600
afroth@aurora.lib.us
aurora.lib.il.us

April 21
Fruit and Vegetable Banquets

Pastry Chef Rose Deneen, owner of Food is Fun!, will create a fresh fruit bouquet and a vegetable landscape. Sampling is encouraged. Photos will be allowed at the end of the program. Registration required.
7-8 p.m.
Aurora Public Library Eola Road Branch
555 S. Eola Road
(630) 264-3400
afroth@aurora.lib.us
aurora.lib.il.us

April 23
Mary Hunt Duo

A great duo playing a mix of blues, jazz and rock.No Cover
8-11 pm
Best Western Timber Creek Inn & Suites & Convention Center
3300 Drew Ave., Sandwich
(630) 273-6000
(866) 99-CREEK
timbercreekinnandsuites.com

April 24
Easter Brunch

Reservations are required for this delectable brunch! Adult $17.95/10 & under $10.95 and children under 3 are Free. Call 630-273-6000 to make your reservations today!
10 am - 2 pm
Best Western Timber Creek Inn & Suites & Convention Center
3300 Drew Ave., Sandwich
(630) 273-6000
(866) 99-CREEK
timbercreekinnandsuites.com

April 26
Yorkville Big Band and Johnny Gray

Concert benefit and membership drive for the Chapel on the Green museum
7-10 p.m.
Chapel on the Green Historical Society
302 Center Street, Yorkville
swick1ml@gmail.com
chapelonthegreen.com

April 27
New! Felt in your Home – Accessories for the house

Envelop your home in felt, create table linens, pillows, valances, lampshade covers and more out of fiber! In this class we will be making a sheet of felt yardage and then give you practical demonstrations and ideas on ways to use it in your home. Bring two towels with you and an idea of your colors for your home!
Cost: $45 + materials: $15
Esther's Place
201 W. Galena St. (Route 30), Big Rock
(630) 556-9665
esthersplacefibers.com

April 27
Secrets of Marketing Your Business on Facebook

Facebook Education Specialist Gayle Treend will show how to harness the power of Facebook to increase customer base and sales. Learn how real businesses are using the site and get tips on how to use it to boost your business. Registration required.
7-8 p.m.
Aurora Public Library West Branch
233 S. Constitution Drive, Aurora
(630) 264-3600
afroth@aurora.lib.us
aurora.lib.il.us

April 27
Family Fun Day - Free admission to Blackberry Farm

Residents of the Fox Valley Park District can enjoy free admission to Blackberry Farm from 4 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, April 27, as the living history museum celebrates its 42nd anniversary.
4-7 p.m.
Blackberry Farm
100 South Barnes Road, Aurora
(630) 892-1550
foxvalleyparkdistrict.org

April 28
Walk-in Genealogy Assistance

Volunteer Tim Pinnick will help fill in the branches of your family tree. No registration required.
6:30-8:30 p.m.
Aurora Public Library Main Library
1 E. Benton St., Aurora
(630) 264-4100
afroth@aurora.lib.us
aurora.lib.il.us

April 28
Quick Wit Comedy presents The Best of Chicago

Quick Wit Comedy has been given the keys to Comedy Comedy and we've got a wild ride planned. Come join us tonight for $5 cover, where we will present some amazing shows featuring hilarious stand-up comedy.
8:30-10:30 p.m.
America's Historic Roundhouse
205 N. Broadway, Aurora
(630) 892-0034
producers@qwcomedy.com
qwcomedy.com/QWC3dayfest.html

April 28th, 29th & 30th
Comedy Comedy

A three night cavalcade of the funniest and smartest comedians in Chicago brought to you by Quick Wit Comedy including DAN POLYDORIS, JEFF HANSEN, RICKY CARMONA and many more! Three days, dozens of performers, thousands of laughs!
America's Historic Roundhouse
205 N. Broadway, Aurora
(630) 264-BREW
rh34.com

April 29, 30
Batavia City Wide Garage Sale

Batavia is having a city-wide garage sale
8am-4pm
Batavia, IL
(630) 454-2000
downtownbatavia.com

April 30
Mary Todd Lincoln: Life of Shattered Dreams

Mary Todd Lincoln: Reflections on a Life of Shattered Dreams Written by and starring Dr. Maria Boundas Bakalis Alone and emotionally abandoned, Mary Todd Lincoln spent the years after the assassination of her husband looking back on a life that left her without a family or a place to call home. After enduring the humiliation of an insanity trial, confinement in an asylum and estranged from her only living son Robert, Mary Todd wandered throughout Europe in self-exile. In her compassionate portrayal, Dr. Maria Bakalis, Professor of Theatre and Communications at Waubonsee, reveals the spirit and heart of Mary Todd Lincoln, a woman of shattered dreams.
Waubonsee Community College
Rt 47 & Waubonsee Drive, Yorkville
630-466-5755
waubonseetickets.com