July 2011 Events
July 1-3
Freedom Days
Join us at Railroad & Main in Sandwich, IL Bring the family, bring a friend or come alone and meet someone, see you there!
harddrivejockeys.com/sf/
July 2-3
Civil War Encampment
Aurora Historical Society presents a Civil War Weekend, July 2 and 3, 2011 on the grounds of the Tanner House Museum, Cedar Street and Oak Avenue, Aurora. Admission is $7 for adults and $5 for students (ages 7 to 17). Under 7, free. Two-day passes are $12 for adults and $8 for students. Hours: 11 a.m. until 9 p.m. Saturday, July 2; 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, July 3. Includes a field hospital demonstration, encampment, Civil War reenactors, dramatic readings by Phil Van Lear, Donna Benkert and friends from the Warrenville Folklore Center, Letters of the Civil War; a dramatic sketch featuring "Mary and Abe Lincoln," and a band concert by the 33rd Illinois Regimental Band Reenactors. For information go to the Aurora Historical Society website: http://www.aurorahistory.net/civilwar.html
William Tanner House Museum
Corner of Oak & Cedar Streets, Aurora
(630) 906-0650
afroth@aurora.lib.il.us
aurorahistory.net
July 4
4th of July Parade
The Independence Day event will start with a patriotic ceremony at 9:15 a.m. Monday, July 4 outside the Paramount Theatre, 23 E. Galena Blvd. The parade will step off at 10 a.m. at the corner of Benton and River streets, marching east to Broadway Avenue, north to Galena Boulevard, west to Stolp Avenue, south to Downer Place and conclude heading west to Middle Avenue. The event is sponsored by the Roosevelt-Aurora American Legion Post 84 in partnership with the City of Aurora. For more information, visit www.post84.com
9:15 a.m. - Independence Day pre-parade ceremony
10 a.m. - Independence Day Parade in downtown
Independence Day Fireworks: 9:30 p.m
aurora-il.org
July 4
Annual 4th of July Celebration
A parade, the Yorkville Community Band, games, family activites, an old fashion fire truck pull and more! Free.
Town Square Park
Rt. 47 and Main Street, Yorkville
(630) 553-6186
gspies@yorkville.il.us
bkfire.org
July 4
Bell Ringing Family Celebration
Starting right after the parade, the Tanner House will be open for tours with petting zoo, wagon rides, Truly Remarkable Loon and comic juggler, activities for kids, the Ringing of the Bells, food & drink. (no admission fee)
12-3 p.m.
William Tanner House Museum
Corner of Oak & Cedar Streets, Aurora
(630) 897-9029
ahs@aurorahistory.net
aurorahistory.net
July 6, 13, 20, 27, August 3
River Rhapsody Concert Series
Experience the sounds of summer on the Riverwalk at this free concert series featuring a variety of lively, eclectic musical talent.
Batavia Riverwalk
Houston Street and Island Avenue, Batavia
(630) 879-5235
allisonn@bataviaparks.org
bataviaparks.org
July 6
Farmers' Market West
Aurora’s Farmers Market West 2011 will feature great local produce and convenient, healthy food options to make mid-week cooking a breeze. Farm fresh produce will be available from Theis Farms II and Wiltse’s Farm Produce, Norway Farms Produce, and Nikolas Mares.
2-6 p.m.
West Plaza Shopping Center
1901 W. Galena Boulevard, Aurora
(630) 256-4636
aurora-il.org
July 7
Concert in the Park - August
Join us for free concerts in the park. Bring lawn chairs or blankets.
7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
McCullough Park
128 W. Illinois Ave., Aurora
(630) 897-0516
fvpd@fvpd.net
foxvalleyparkdistrict.org
July 8-10
Windmill City Festival
Bring the family down for a weekend of fun at Batavia's annual Windmill City Festival. Event includes carnival, pet parade, 5K, evening entertainment on the main stage, food tent and more!
7/9 Noon-11:00 pm, 7/10 Noon-7:00 pm
Batavia Riverwalk
Houston Street and Island Avenue, Batavia
(630) 879-5235
allisonn@bataviaparks.org
bataviaparks.org
July 8
Music Under the Stars
Red Horse Band
Enjoy a warm summer evening listening to great music in Yorkville's Town Square. Sponsored by the Yorkville Parks and Recreation Department, this long-standing event offers a variety of music throughout the summer including Jazz, Rock, Big Band, Reggae, and much more!
Yorkville's Town Square
Rt. 47 and Main Street, Yorkville
(630) 553-2582
tevans@yorkville.il.us
yorkville.il.us
July 9, August 13 and September 10
Louche Puce Market
A juried flea market with a modern edge. Antiques, collectibles books, couture, costume jewelry, and much more on beautiful tree-lined brick-paved Water Street. We're two blocks from 7 West, Annie's Om Fitness and River's Edge Cafe.
9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Louche Puce Market
Water Street Mall, Aurora
norrisjeanne@gmail.com
July 9
Super Screen Saturday Nights - Diary of a Wimpy Kid
The City of Aurora is partnering with Sunset Cinema to present Super Screen Saturday Nights at Phillips Park this summer. Movies begin 30 minutes after sunset, approximately 9-9:15 p.m. Pre-event activities begin at 8 p.m. Concessions will be available. Please bring your own chairs, blankets and bug spray.
Phillips Park
1000 Ray Moses Drive, Aurora
aurora-il.org
July 12
Farmers' Market East
The 2011 Aurora Farmers Market runs Saturdays from 7:30 a.m. to noon through Oct. 22 at the Aurora Transportation Center. Our expanded lineup includes not only local growers with fantastic produce, but many other community businesses and weekly entertainment. Bring the whole family and enjoy the best that the Midwest has to offer!
Aurora Transportation Center
233 N. Broadway Avenue, Aurora
(630) 256-4636
aurora-il.org
July 14
Concert in the Park & Fay's BBQ
Pick up a great meal and head to the FREE concert from 7:30-9 pm. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs to Montgomery Park on the west side of the Fox River -- corner of Mill and River Streets. Visit chamberofmontgomeryil.org for more info!
5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Montgomery Park
Next to 200 N. River Street, Montgomery
(630) 897-8137
gmacc@montgomery-illinois.org
chamberofmontgomeryil.org
July 15
Movie Night
Kung Fu Panda
Movies start at dusk. Bring your lawn chair, blankets, and family and friends for movie night on our 30-foot inflatable screen. Movies begin at 9 p.m. Free.
Beecher Community Center
908 Game Farm Road, Yorkville
(630) 553-2582
tevans@yorkville.il.us
yorkville.il.us
July 15
Fan Favorites, Downtown Alive
River Street Park201 N. River Street, Aurora
(630) 256-4636
downtownaliveaurora.com
July 15-17
Batavia's Quilt & Textile Show
Visitors will have the chance to browse more than 100 historical and contemporary quilts or stop by the vendor hall to shop for a variety of items, participate in vendor raffles, or view various demonstrations.
Eastside Community Center
14 N. Van Buren St., Batavia
(630) 879-5235
carlah@bataviaparks.org
bataviaparks.org
July 16
Super Screen Saturday Nights - The Sandlot
The City of Aurora is partnering with Sunset Cinema to present Super Screen Saturday Nights at Phillips Park this summer. Movies begin 30 minutes after sunset, approximately 9-9:15 p.m. Pre-event activities begin at 8 p.m. Concessions will be available. Please bring your own chairs, blankets and bug spray.
Phillips Park
1000 Ray Moses Drive, Aurora
aurora-il.org
July 21
Music in the Park
Music in the Park-Performance by SECOND TIME AROUND
Bring your lawn chairs or blankets, sit back and listen to great classic rock music many of us grew up with! There will be refreshments available for purchase.
7 - 8:30 p.m.
Pioneer Park, W. Rt#30, Hinckley
(815) 286-3836
parksandrec@hinckleyil.com
hinckleyil.com
July 22
Music Under the Stars
Waubonsee Community College Jazz Band (Wine night, begins at 5:30 p.m.)
Enjoy a warm summer evening listening to great music in Yorkville's Town Square. Sponsored by the Yorkville Parks and Recreation Department, this long-standing event offers a variety of music throughout the summer including Jazz, Rock, Big Band, Reggae, and much more!
Yorkville's Town Square
Rt. 47 and Main Street, Yorkville
(630) 553-2582
tevans@yorkville.il.us
yorkville.il.us
July 22
Tania Nicholson
Tania Nicholson is a unique artist who has a sound all her own. Although she stays in the contemporary Christian vein, you will hear country, folk, and even an occasional rock influence come through. She wears her heart on her sleeve and writes about the world around her and how God's love and guidance will get you through anything, if you but trust in Him. This show begins at 7:30pm and you can visit Tania's website be clicking here!
Daniel's Den
115 E South Street (Rt. 34), Plano
daniels-den.org
July 23
AAA Member Appreciation Day
Part of the Show Your Card and Save Program
10 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Chicago Premium Outlets
1650 Premium Outlets Blvd., Aurora
(630) 585-2200
premiumoutlets.com/Chicago
July 23
Super Screen Saturday Nights - The Tooth Fairy
The City of Aurora is partnering with Sunset Cinema to present Super Screen Saturday Nights at Phillips Park this summer. Movies begin 30 minutes after sunset, approximately 9-9:15 p.m. Pre-event activities begin at 8 p.m. Concessions will be available. Please bring your own chairs, blankets and bug spray.
Phillips Park
1000 Ray Moses Drive, Aurora
aurora-il.org
July 23
Mercy Smith
Mercy has been singing praise and worship music at the Den for a long time and we love having her! Her powerful renditions of popular songs are enough to bring anyone's faith to life. Please join us this Saturday at 7:30pm as we welcome Marcy Smith back to the stage.
Daniel's Den
115 E South Street (Rt. 34), Plano
daniels-den.org
July 24, Aug. 21, Sept. 25, Oct. 23
Sandwich Antiques Market
The Sandwich Antiques Market is a one-day a month summer market featuring quality exhibitors held at the park-like Sandwich Fair Grounds, with its beautiful 100-year old trees and plenty of places to sit and rest.
The Dealer Gate opens at 10AM on Saturday and does not close until 9PM on Sunday.
Hours: 8AM to 4PM, Central time. Sunday admission is $5 per person, parking is free and food is available for purchase.
2012 show dates: May 20, June17, July 22, Aug 19, Sep 23, Oct 28
Sandwich Fairgrounds
Sandwich Antique Market
1401 Suydum Road
Sandwich, IL
antiquemarkets.com
July 28
Concert in the Park - American Legion Band
Join us for free concerts in the park. Bring lawn chairs or blankets.
7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
McCullough Park
128 W. Illinois Ave., Aurora
(630) 897-0516
fvpd@fvpd.net
foxvalleyparkdistrict.org
July 28 - August 1
The Back-to-School & Fall Preview Sale
Annual Back-to-School & Fall Preview Sale
Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Monday - 10:00 am-9:00 pm; Sunday, 10:00 am-6:00 pm
Chicago Premium Outlets
1650 Premium Outlets Blvd., Aurora
(630) 585-2200
premiumoutlets.com/Chicago
July 29-31
Sugar Grove Corn Boil
P.O. Box 225, Sugar Grove
630-466-5166
info@sugargrovecornboil.org
sugargrove60554.com
July 30
NIBA 2011 Bluegrass Music Festival
This one-day festival will feature the talents of many local bluegrass bands including Illinois Rail, River Ramblers, Truman’s Ridge, Redberry Elders, Templeton FamilyBluegrass Escape and Celtic Grass. Plus bluegrass workshops, open stage, food vendors, crafts, jam sessions and more! Keep checking back for more information as the festival plans develop!
11 a.m. - 7 p.m.
48W508 Hinckley Road, Big Rock
nibafest2011@gmail.com
NIBAweb.org
July 30-31
2011 Chase the Moon Midnight Bike Ride
Put your pedals to work for conservation as you travel at your own pace under a star-filled sky. Festivities will begin with a 10pm pre-party, and the bike ride will kick off at 12:01am.
Cost for the ride is $35/rider for members of The Conservation Foundation, $40/rider for non-members, and $20/kids 12 and under.
(630) 428-4500
jjohnson@theconservationfoundation.org
chasethemoon.com
July 30-31
Aurora Puerto Rican Festival
aurora-prcc.org/
July 30
Farmers' Market East
The 2011 Aurora Farmers Market runs Saturdays from 7:30 a.m. to noon through Oct. 22 at the Aurora Transportation Center. Our expanded lineup includes not only local growers with fantastic produce, but many other community businesses and weekly entertainment. Bring the whole family and enjoy the best that the Midwest has to offer!
Aurora Transportation Center
233 N. Broadway Avenue, Aurora
(630) 256-4636
aurora-il.org
May 10 - October 16
Settler's Cottage Historical Museum
New local history museum featuring photos and exhibits from Montgomery's past. Call for specific dates the museum will be open.
200 N. River Street, Montgomery
(630) 896-8080
vomadmin@ci.montgomery.il.us
ci.montgomery.il.us
First Sunday 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
June 18 - October 29
Farmers' Market
Every Saturday morning.
Farm grown veggies, baked goods, fresh roasted coffee, and much more. Free!
Town Square Park
Rt. 47 and Main Street, Yorkville
(630) 553-2582
tevans@yorkville.il.us
yorkville.il.us
