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 24th thru July 26th
50 Aurorans You Should Know
Throughout Aurora's history there have been so many individuals who have left their mark on the local, regional scene and this exhibit highlights just a few of them.
David L. Pierce Art & History Center, 20 East Downer
(630) 906-0650
aurorahistory.net

June – July
CONCERTS IN THE PARK
Food vendors and open air concerts. 7:30 p.m.
Montgomery Park, River St. and Mill St., Montgomery
(630) 896-8080
ci.montgomery.il.us

June 20 - Oct. 3
AURORA’S FARMERS MARKET
Saturday mornings June through October 8 a.m. – noon.
Aurora Transportation Center
233 N. Broadway, Aurora
(630) 844-4731
aurora-il.org/specialevents

June 27 - Oct. 17
BATAVIA FARMERS MARKET
Saturday mornings June through October
8 a.m. – noon
Downtown Batavia
Water St. between Wilson and First St., Batavia
(630) 761-3528
downtownbatavia.com

June - August
12TH ANNUAL MUSIC UNDER THE STARS
Musical variety abounds all summer long – country, rock, Reggae, and much more under the stars.
Every 2nd and 4th Friday evenings of the month. Free.
7 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Town Square Park
Rt. 47 & Main St., Yorkville
(630) 553-4357
yorkville.il.us

June – August
MOVIES IN THE PARK
Bring your popcorn and a blanket and enjoy free outdoor movies all summer long on a three-story high inflatable screen.
Starts at dusk.
Various locations throughout Yorkville
(630) 553-4357
yorkville.il.us

June - Sept.
SUGAR GROVE FARMERS MARKET
Saturday mornings June through September.
8 a.m. – noon.
Sugar Grove Village Hall
10 Municipal Dr., Sugar Grove
(630) 466-4507

June – Oct.
YORKVILLE FARMERS MARKET
Saturday mornings June through October 8 a.m. - noon
Town Square Park
Rt. 47 & Main St., Yorkville
(630) 553-4357
yorkville.il.us

First Saturday Of Every Month
Johnny Gray
If you like Linedancing, Country music and a lot of fun join us at 8pm for a great show.
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Best Western Timber Creek Inn and Suites
3300 Drew Ave., Sandwich
(630) 273-6000
timbercreekinnandsuites.com

July 3-5
Freedom Days Weekend!
Join us for a great weekend celebration! Friday night at Timber Creek see awesome cars at the Freedom Days car show along with the great sounds of Steel Crazy (Steel Drum Band) Car Show from 5pm-9pm - Pig Roast w/ all the fixin's- Steel Crazy Starting at 8pm..Saturday see us downtown in the beer garden and listen to the great sounds of the famouse Beatle's tribute band "Cavern Beat" starting at 7pm..Sunday the 5th at Timber Creek you won't want to miss the Motorcycle show that will host hundreds of the coolest bikes(10am) Pig Roast starting at 11 and DBL SHOT playing at 2 pm. Stick around that evening for our fireworks! Enjoy a great 4th weekend with us!
Best Western Timber Creek Inn and Suites
3300 Drew Ave., Sandwich
(630) 273-6000
timbercreekinnandsuites.com

July 4
INDEPENDENCE DAY PARADE, CITY OF AURORA’S FIREWORKS AND CONCERT
Parade step-off is at 10 a.m. at the corner of River and Benton. Route: Benton, Broadway, Galena, Stolp, Downer, and end at Middle. Parade program begins at 9:15 a.m. in front of the Paramount Theatre.
aurora-il.org/specialevents
Parade: Downtown Aurora
Fireworks: IMSA and Aurora Christian properties
(630) 264-INFO

July 4
NORTH AURORA FIREWORKS AND CONCERT
Hours: concert at 7:30, fireworks at dusk
Clock Tower
Randall Rd. and Oak St., North Aurora
(630) 897-8228
vil.north-aurora.il.us

July 4
YORKVILLE’S 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION
This annual tribute to our country’s independence features fireworks, a parade, music and fun for all ages morning to night.
Hours: Parade begins at 9 a.m., festivities at Town Square 10:30 a.m.
Town Square Park
Rt. 47 & Main St., Yorkville
(630) 553-6186
yorkville.il.us

July 4
42nd Annual 4th of July Bell Ringing Festivities
FREE Family Event. Tanner House open for tours, Horse-Drawn Wagon Rides, Petting Zoo, "Truly Remarkable Loon," Ringing of the Bells at 1:00, Children's Games and Activities.
Aurora Historical Society
Corner Oak and Cedar, Aurora
(630) 906-0650
aurorahistory.net

July 7 – 11
Make a Fountain
Aurora 10am, Naperville 2pm Learn how to use natural materials and containers to create a delightful fountain that can add the sound of water to your garden or patio. You are welcome to watch and then create one for yourself with help. Free to watch, cost of materials to create.
The Growing Place
25w471 Plank Rd., Naperville, 60563
630-355-4000
thegrowingplace.com

July 7 – Aug. 25
AURORA’S FARMERS MARKET EAST
Tuesday mornings July through August.
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Bethany of Fox Valley United Methodist Church opposite Copley Heart Institute
220 Ridge Ave., Aurora
(630) 844-4731
aurora-il.org/specialevents

July 8 – Aug. 26
AURORA’S FARMERS MARKET WEST
Wednesday afternoons July through August.
2 p.m. – 6 p.m.
West Plaza Shopping Center
Galena Blvd. and Edgelawn Dr., Aurora
(630) 844-4731
aurora-il.org/specialevents

July 9
August
FREE Concert
McCullough Park, 150 W. Illinois Ave., in Aurora
(630) 859-8606
foxvalleyparkdistrict.org

July 10 - 12
WINDMILL CITY FESTIVAL
Enjoy spirited activities, outdoor games and main stage entertainment. New this year – concerts and a beer garden. Includes a 5k run, kids’ run, water games, golf contest, a pet parade, flea market and arts and crafts show. 11 a.m.
Batavia Riverwalk
Houston St. and Island Ave., Batavia
(630) 879-5235
bataviaparks.org

July 10-11
Downtown Alive! Summer Jam
Summer may have just started but those lazy, hazy, crazy days just got even hotter as the streets of Aurora heat up for Summer Jam! This new alternative rock weekend features national and regional talent that is sizzling hot! 2009 headliners include Eve 6 and Sister Hazel. Summer Jam is part of the Downtown Alive! Festival Series which consists of four 2 day weekend festivals. It has become an Aurora tradition and the top hometown event that brings the world to Aurora. This annual urban celebration attracts music?s biggest stars as well as showcasing regional favorites. In addition to the great entertainment, you?ll find a diverse selection of fantastic food and icy libations from Aurora area restaurants, a classic car show, festival and band merchandise and much more all set along the beautiful Fox River. It is a friendly, must-attend festival experience like no other, filled with memories that will last a lifetime!
Galena Blvd., Aurora
(630) 844-4731
downtownaliveaurora.com

July 11-12
Naperville Woman’s Club Fine Art Fair
One of the longest running art fairs in the state, the Naperville Woman’s Club Art Fair features more than 80 artists in this juried show at Naper Settlement, 523 S. Webster St., Naperville. Hours are from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, July 11-12. Admission is free.
Naper Settlement
523 S. Webster St.
Naperville, IL 60540
(630) 420-6010
(630) 305-5255-fax
napersettlement.museum

July 11
Joe Baldino
Don't miss this concert event! Join us on Sat. July 11 from 3:00 - 6:00 p.m. Get a glass of your favorite wine and join us on the patio for an afternoon of unique music by musician and artist, Joe Baldino. Tickets for the event are only $8 per person and ticket price includes one glass of wine. Please reserve your spot on the patio by calling Cathy Dean at (630) 554-0404 ext. 23 or purchase tickets online. Must be 21 to attend.
Fox Valley Winery
5600 Rte. 34, Oswego, IL 60543
(630) 554-0404
www.foxvalleywinery.com/

July 15-19
Kane County Fair & Ind. Expo
Fox Valley's Top-Rated Summer Event! Season Ticket $20. The 2009 Kane County Fair will take place July 16-20. Below is information for the 2008 Fair. Additional information will be made available closer to fair dates.
Kane County Fairgrounds
525 South Randall Road
St.Charles, IL 60174
Phone: 630-584-6926 Fax: 630-584-6991
http://www.kendallcountyfair.com/

July 15, 24 and Aug 21
Groove On The Fox Concerts
* July 15: Prog on the Fox
* July 24: Jazz on the Fox
* Aug. 21: Melt (Fusion) on the Fox
The free Groove on the Fox concerts will take place at Millennium Plaza on
Stolp Avenue, starting at 5 p.m. Each concert is named for the style of
music planned.
http://www.grooveethics.com/

July 17
Dog Sees God: Confessions of a Teenage Blockhead
The Riverfront Playhouse at 11-13 South Water Street Mall in downtown Aurora
will present "Dog Sees God: Confessions of a Teenage Blockhead" by Bert V.
Royal beginning Friday, July 17, 2009 and continuing Fridays and Saturdays
through August 29, 2009. However, there will be no shows during the weekends
July 31 and August 14 in support of downtown Aurora events.
( 630) 897-9496 or go to the website at riverfrontplayhouse.com

July 17
Art in Your Eye Fine Arts Walk
Friday from 9-5 pm at downtown Batavia businesses and showcasing local artists.
(630) 761-3528
downtownbatavia.com

July 17-19
Pirates! Arg!
The musical is set on the pirate ship, The Flying Beaver, and is a melodramatic farce centered around the death of the beloved captain, Johnny Drama. After Drama is stabbed in the back, the first mate, Marty Valiant, is framed for the murder. The crew, miserable under the new captain, vow to break free and find out who really killed Drama.
Tickets are $8.00 for adults and $6.00 for seniors and students.
For more information, call the Riverfront Playhouse box office at ( 630) 897-9496 or go to the website at riverfrontplayhouse.com

July 18
FREE Design Appointments
Aurora & Naperville We know how difficult it is to select and place plants so they will look good for many years to come. Our goal is to make design advice simple and accessible for
Do-it-Yourselfers. Pre-registration is required for these free appointments.
The Growing Place
25w471 Plank Rd., Naperville, 60563
630-355-4000
thegrowingplace.com

July 18 - Aug 1
Naperville Woman’s Club Fine Art Fair
Three great events are held on consecutive Saturday nights as part of the Naperville Summer Nights entertainment series at Naper Settlement, 523 S. Webster St. in Naperville. Pack a picnic, bring the lawn chairs and enjoy a favorite family movie, “Ghostbusters,” July 18. Carolina Liar, whose music has been featured on MTV, will perform July 25 on the outdoor concert stage. Enjoy Shakespeare’s comedy, “The Taming of the Shrew,” Aug. 1. Gates open at 5 p.m., limited food and drink vendors will be on site, no outside beverages are allowed. Tickets are $5 per person for the movie night; $15 per person and $20 per person at the door for the concert and play. A three-event ticket is available for $30 per person.
Naper Settlement
523 S. Webster St.
Naperville, IL 60540
(630) 420-6010
(630) 305-5255-fax
napersettlement.museum

July 18, 25
THEATER IN THE PARK
Short melodramas performed outside by local theater group Fox Country Players. Bring a lawn chair, your dinner, and enjoy!
5 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.
Riverfront Bicentennial Park
Rt. 47 & E. Hydraulic, Yorkville
(630) 553-8564
yorkville.il.us

July 19
CAR SHOW AND HORSESHOE DEMO
Antique cars of various models and eras, along with demos of making and fitting horseshoes.
Blackberry Farm
100 S. Barnes Road, Aurora
(630) 892-1550
foxvalleyparkdistrict.org

July 19
The Good Old Toys
The Good Old Toys tractor club will display a variety of tractors and engines. Tom Kuhn will showcase his “Portable Agricultural Museum” and tractor club members will bring their 90-year-old-plus hit-and-miss engines. The club, which is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, is composed of members who enjoy collecting and restoring the tractors that revolutionized farming in the 20th century. Enjoy a free ice cream sundae, too.
Naper Settlement
523 S. Webster St.
Naperville, IL 60540
(630) 420-6010
(630) 305-5255-fax
napersettlement.museum

July 19
Timber Creek Train Show
A great Train Show you want to miss starting at 10am - 3 pm. There will be Train vendors, activites for kids, concessions, onsite bar and grill. This is the perfect way for all the train lovers to spend a Sunday. Come join us for some great fun! Admission is only $6 and kids under 12 are FREE!
Best Western Timber Creek Inn and Suites
3300 Drew Ave., Sandwich
(630) 273-6000
timbercreekinnandsuites.com

July 23
Scott D’Buse and the 101 Ranch
FREE Concert
Austin Park (corner of Route 25 and Mill Street, Montgomery), in partnership with the Village of Montgomery
(630) 859-8606
foxvalleyparkdistrict.org

July 24 - 26
SUGAR GROVE CORN BOIL
Forty-first year of this community event that features live music, food, craft, family fun and carnival amusements.
Fireworks on Saturday night.
Fri., 4 p.m. – 11 p.m., Sat., 10 a.m. – 11 p.m., Sun., 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Volunteer Park
85 Main St., Sugar Grove
(630) 466-5166
sugargrovecornboil.org

July 24
Rob Sula
Rob Sula, field paleontologist with Paleo Presenters, will share stories about how archeologists piece together clues from archeological digs to solve mysteries.
These special presentations are included with admission, which is $8 adults, $7 seniors 62+ and $5.50 youth 4-17. Children 3 and under are free
Naper Settlement
523 S. Webster St.
Naperville, IL 60540
(630) 420-6010
(630) 305-5255-fax
napersettlement.museum

July 24 - 26, 31
Shakespeare in the Park
Friday July 24th at 7pm. Please join us on Clark Island for a production of "Midsummer Nights Dream". Brought to you in partnership with Batavia MainStreet. Bring your own chairs/blankets. Alcohol is prohibited.
(630) 761-3528
downtownbatavia.com

July 25 - 26
MODEL TRAIN SHOW EXTRAVAGANZA
See different model train layouts, including one built entirely of Legos. 11 a.m.
Blackberry Farm
100 S. Barnes Rd., Aurora
(630) 892-1550
foxvalleyparkdistrict.org

July 25 - 26
PUERTO RICAN FESTIVAL AND PARADE
Parade, ethnic food, music and games.
Sat., 2 p.m. – 10 p.m., Sun., 1 p.m.- 9 p.m.
Sunday Parade at 1:00 p.m.
Downtown Aurora
(630) 859-3593
aurora-prcc.org

July 26
The Dog Dayz of Summer heat up at Naper Settlement
From hot dogs to Frisbee dogs, Naper Settlement will help you beat the heat with the “Dog Dayz of Summer” celebration to be held from July 26 through Aug. 30 at the museum village, 523 S. Webster St., Naperville. Each week, on Tuesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, enjoy themed activities for all ages, including entertainment, games, activities, stories and guest presentations.
Sunday, July 26: The Frisbee dogs of the Windy City K-9 Disc Club will be entertaining visitors with their high-flying fun. Enjoy a free ice cream sundae, too.
Naper Settlement
523 S. Webster St.
Naperville, IL 60540
(630) 420-6010
(630) 305-5255-fax
napersettlement.museum

July 27
Backthird Audio
Our summer season of Songwriters' Showcases continues at 7pm Tuesday, July 7 at Backthird Audio. Ten local artists will record before a live studio audience, with the favorite songwriter winning a chance to meet with a major publisher. Artists and audience members may register in advance at www.backthirdsongwriters.com.
The Guild is our monthly night of networking for anyone involved in music - artists, producers, agents and others. This month the Guild meets at 7:30pm Monday, July 27. For details, visit www.musicispeople.com.
67 S. Stolp Ave.
630.264.2366

July 30 – Aug 2
KENDALL COUTY FAIR
Local county fair that inludes truck and tractor pulls, a demolition derby, livestock shows, and great food Thurs., 8 a.m. – 10 p.m., Fri., 8 a.m. – 10:30 p.m., Sat., 8 a.m. – 11 p.m., Sun., 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Kendall County Fairgrounds
10826 Rt. 71, Yorkville
(630) 553-2860
kendallcoutryfair.com

July 30
Scott D’Buse and the 101 Ranch
FREE Concert
Phillips Park (Ray Moses Drive, Aurora), in partnership with the City of Aurora
(630) 859-8606
foxvalleyparkdistrict.org

July 31 – Aug 2
NORTH AURORA DAYS
Annual community event that includes music, a siren-and-lights parade, nightlight golf, 5K and 10K runs, emergency vehicle show and the North Aurora Pet parade.
Throughout North Aurora
(630) 897-8228

July 31- Aug 1
Downtown Alive! Rock on the Fox
The Rock on the Fox Festival showcases an award-winning line-up of national musicians. These classics of rock-n-roll will take you places you never thought possible. It one of Illinois? most popular classic rock festivals, attracting fans from across the globe. 2009 headliners include Billy Squier and Foghat. Rock on the Fox is part of the Downtown Alive! Festival Series which consists of four 2 day weekend festivals. It has become an Aurora tradition and the top hometown event that brings the world to Aurora. This annual urban celebration attracts music?s biggest stars as well as showcasing regional favorites. In addition to the great entertainment, you?ll find a diverse selection of fantastic food and icy libations from Aurora area restaurants, a classic car show, festival and band merchandise and much more all set along the beautiful Fox River. It is a friendly, must-attend festival experience like no other, filled with memories that will last a lifetime!
(630) 844-4731
downtownaliveaurora.com