Aurora Area January 2009 Events

4th of July Fireworks - Aurora, IL

Jan-Dec
Art in City Hall
An array of community art beautifully displayed in Yorkville’s City Hall all year long.
Hours: Mon. – Fri., 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
City Hall
800 Game Farm Rd., Yorkville
(630) 553-8564
yorkville.il.us

January 9
Elvis Birthday Tribute Artist Spectacular
Tickets $49.50 /$35.50
Celebrate Elvis' birthday at the Paramount. This must see spectacular stars Shawn Klush, Ryan Pelton and donny Edwards with special guests D.J. Fontana and the Fabulous Ambassadors. For tickets call the Paramount Theatre at 630-896-6666 or Ticketmaster.
Paramount Theatre
23 East Galena Boulevard
Aurora, IL 60506Phone- (630) 896-6666
www.paramountarts.com/

January 12
WINTER READING PROGRAM: SNOW IS FALLING BOOKS ARE CALLING
Children, teens and adults can read for fun and prizes Visit any library location and ask for a reading log to keep track of your reading activities.
Aurora Public Library
MAIN LIBRARY
1 E. Benton Street
Aurora, IL 60505

January 17
Bingo with the Friends of James Marshall
Location: Multipurpose Room - Lower Level - Call 630-264-4101
Run by Ann Patchett Bring your lunch, we'll provide the dessert!
Aurora Public Library
MAIN LIBRARY
1 E. Benton Street
Aurora, IL 60505

January 19
Reading is Top Dog
Location: Multipurpose Room - Lower Level - Call 630-264-4123 Children ages 6-10 can come practice reading your favorite story to our dog friends. Therapy dog and handler pairs are members of the Fox Valley Therapy Dog Club.
Aurora Public Library
MAIN LIBRARY
1 E. Benton Street
Aurora, IL 60505

Jan 20
SciTech Hands-On Museum
SciTech Hands-On Museum will host it's first Teacher Open House on January 20th, 2009 from 5p.m. until 7p.m. All certified teachers are invited to attend! Wine, food, and live entertainment can be yours, bring a teacher friend to share the festivities.
RSVP to Jeannette Smith at (630) 859-3434 x231 or jsmith@scitechmuseum.org

Jan. 24
NAPERVILLE MEN’S GLEE CLUB
A wide range of a cappella and accompanied music, both sacred and secular, including show
tunes, spirituals, Renaissance madrigals, and traditional glee club.
7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Sandwich Opera House
140 E. Railroad St., Sandwich
(815) 786-2555
sandwichoperahouse.com

January 25
Barrage - High Strung Entertainment!
Be ready for a bombardment of the senses as the high-octane fiddlers of Barrage bring an all new show "High-Strung" to the Paramount stage. Delivered with amazing energy and musical virtuosity that will take your breath away, this show fuses cultures, musical styles and incredible vocals with dazzling choreography. It's like STOMP with Violins! The Monday matinee features an educational version of Barrage with a 30 minute performance followed by a 20 minute Q & A session. Students see an amazing performance and find out what it's like to live on the road, the training required to be a performer in a touring production and a behind-the-scenes look at how it all comes together on stage. For tickets call 630-896-6666 or Ticketmaster. Sponsored by Ballydoyle.
Paramount Theatre
23 East Galena Boulevard
Aurora, IL 60506Phone- (630) 896-6666
paramountarts.com/

January 28
Food Tasting Event for Brides
An opportunity for Brides & Grooms to taste the Food & Wine prepared by our Chefs, and to inquire about our 3 Banquet facilities. We look forward to helping you with all your wedding needs.
Food Tasting Event for Brides.
2485 Church Road
Aurora, IL 60502
(630) 851-2300

January 31
Junie B. Jones Returns to the Paramount
SUPER SAVER PRICE $8
Outspoken, precocious, lovable Junie B. Jones returns to the Paramount Theatre for a guaranteed sellout! Based on the popular books by Barbara Park, this musical is one splendid hour of music, laughter and life lessons. And, according to Junie B. Jones herself, "this is the bestest musical ever!" For tickets call the Paramount Theatre at 630-896-6666 or Ticketmaster. Sponsored by Hampton Inn & Suites.
Paramount Theatre
23 East Galena Boulevard
Aurora, IL 60506Phone- (630) 896-6666
paramountarts.com/