Jan. – Dec.
Art In City Hall
City Hall
800 Game Farm Rd., Yorkville
(630) 553-8564
yorkville.il.us
Jan-Dec First Thursday of Most Months
Downtown Aurora Arts Mixer
Connect with local artists and musicians.
6-7:30 p.m.
River’s Edge Café
18 W. Downer Pl., Aurora
(630) 897-3343
theriversedgecafe.com
June – July
Concerts In The Park
Food vendors and open air concerts
Begins at 7:30 p.m.
Montgomery Park
River and Mill streets, Montgomery
(630) 896-8080
ci.montgomery.il.us
June – August
13th Annual Music Under The Stars
Musical variety abounds all summer long – country, rock, Reggae and much more under the stars. Every 2nd and 4th Fridays 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. Begins 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
May 11 - July 15
Volleyball Leagues
Sign up now for our summer volleyball leagues on our 2 brand new courts. These are coed teams with both recreational and competitive nights! Call for more info. 630-273-6005. Say you seen it on here and get a discount. Sign-up by April 30th for the discount.
Timber Creek Inn and Suites
3300 Drew Ave., Sandwich
(630) 273-6000
timbercreekinnandsuites.com
June 4
Kyle Knapp
7:30pm - 9:30pm
While references to James Taylor, Dan Fogelberg, Jim Croce, or Cat Stevens abound, Kyle's folk/Americana style embodies a diversity that defies consistent comparison. Drawing from popular music as well as his own songs, Kyle crafts a musical experience that is truly unique.
www.kyleknapp.com for more information.
Daniel's Den
115 E. South St. (Rt. 34) Plano, IL 60545
www.daniels-den.org
June 5
Aurora ArtWalk
An event of various artists displaying their works and musicians performing in historic downtown Aurora buildings along with exhibits and free refreshments 2 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Downtown Aurora
auroraartwalk.com
June 5
Kendall County 5K & 8K Sweetness Run/Walk
Join the Payton Family for the 5th annual Kendall County Sweetness Run. All proceeds benefit the Walter and Connie
Payton Foundation.
Registration: 6:30 a.m. Race: 8 a.m.
Yorkville High School
797 Game Farm Rd., Yorkville
(847) 605-0034
payton34.com
June 5
The Rat Pack Reprise
A tribute to Frank, Sammy and Dean.
8 p.m.. $20
Sandwich Opera House
140 E. Railroad St., Sandwich
(815) 786-2555
sandwichoperahouse.com
June 5
MD Car Show
Fundraiser for muscular dystrophy with displays of cars 1960s and older
Lyon Farm
7935 State Rt. 71, Yorkville
(630) 554-3064
kchs.us
June 5
Soldiers of the Cross - Cook Out!!
Starts at 6:30 Bring a Dish!
Daniel's Den
115 E. South St. (Rt. 34) Plano, IL 60545
www.daniels-den.org
June 6
Rumble at the Roundhouse
America's Historic Roundhouse
205 N. Broadway, Aurora
(630) 264-BREW
rh34.com
June 6
Mid-American Canoe & Kayak Race
Two-tiered race on Fox River, with 10-mile route from St. Charles and 6-mile route from Batavia, finishing in Aurora.
McCullough Park at Illinois Ave. and Fox River, Aurora
(630) 859-8606
foxvalleyparkdistrict.org
June 6
World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra
The legend lives on as the most popular and respected big band returns to the Paramount Theatre. Their music is as smooth as honey and sharp as a tack, creating a fast-paced afternoon of jazz, swing and traditional, timeless classics. This 19-piece orchestra, under the direction of Larry O'Brien performs a matchless string of hits: Chattanooga Choo Choo, Tuxedo Junction,In the Mood? and I've Got a Girl From Kalamazoo?. Don't miss the music sensation that reconfirms great music has no time limitations and good things just don't die --THE WORLD FAMOUS GLENN MILLER ORCHESTRA!
Paramount Theatre
23 East Galena Boulevard
Aurora, IL 60506
Phone- (630) 896-6666
paramountaurora.com
June 8, 15
Sultary Slasa
America's Historic Roundhouse
205 N. Broadway, Aurora
(630) 264-BREW
rh34.com
June 6
Bandaroke
America's Historic Roundhouse
205 N. Broadway, Aurora
(630) 264-BREW
rh34.com
Free Summer Concerts
June 10
August (rock ‘n’ roll horn band)
The Fox Valley Park District is staging free outdoor concerts throughout the summer at various parks. Bring your favorite lawn chair, roll out a blanket and enjoy music from the band, August, under the stars. All concerts begin at 7:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted.
Spring Lake Park (McCoy Drive and Gregory St.)
Aurora
(630) 859-8606
foxvalleyparkdistrict.org
June 11, 25
Groove On The Fox
Millennium Plaza, Downtown Aurora
grooveethics.com
June 11, 12
Comedy Comedy w/Tim Walkoe
America's Historic Roundhouse
205 N. Broadway, Aurora
(630) 264-BREW
rh34.com
June 11
Roxanne Cann
Daniel's Den
115 E. South St. (Rt. 34) Plano, IL 60545
www.daniels-den.org
June 12 – 13
Aurora Paddlesport
A two-day canoeing and kayaking festival with vendors, demos, lessons and more.
Sat., 9 a.m.–6 p.m., Sun. 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Mastodon Lake, Phillips Park
1000 Ray Moses Dr., Aurora
(630) 264-INFO
Illinoispaddling.org
June 12 – Oct. 23
Aurora Farmers Market
Saturday mornings 8 a.m.–noon
Aurora Transportation Center
233 N. Broadway, Aurora
(630) 844-4731
aurora-il.org/specialevents
June 12
Maron
Daniel's Den
115 E. South St. (Rt. 34) Plano, IL 60545
www.daniels-den.org
Free Summer Concerts
June 12
American Legion Band
The Fox Valley Park District is staging free outdoor concerts throughout the summer at various parks. Bring your favorite lawn chair, roll out a blanket and enjoy music from the American Legion Band under the stars. All concerts begin at 7:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted.
Spring Lake Park (McCoy Drive and Gregory St.)
Aurora
(630) 859-8606
foxvalleyparkdistrict.org
June 12
WCPF Free Diaper Day!
The Walter and Connie Payton Foundation will be
distributing free diapers of various sizes, baby wipes, and personal
feminine products to the public on Saturday June 12th from 7:00am– 11:00am, or until supplies last, at two designated Dominick’s Store
parking lot locations. Connie Payton will be at the Dominick’s located
at 2101 E 71st Street in Chicago and Jarrett Payton will be at the
Dominick’s located at 3025 E New York Street in Aurora.
(630) 699-2202
payton34.com
June 13
Batavia Triathlon
Swim, bike and run through Batavia’s beautiful outdoors. Begins at 6:30 a.m.
Various Batavia locations
(630) 879-1424
bataviatriathlon.org
June 13
Vintage Truck Show
Antique trucks of all types and sizes, activities for kids and food available.
9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Dickson-Murst Farm
2550 Dickson Rd., Montgomery
(815) 955- 0052
June 13
Flag Day Concert
American Legion will present a Flag Day Concert at McCarty Park, Aurora
(630) 264-4636
foxvalleyparkdistrict.org
Free Summer Concerts
June 13
American Legion Band
7:30-9 p.m.
McCarty Park (East New York Street and West Park Place
Aurora
(630) 859-8606
foxvalleyparkdistrict.org
June 13
Bluegrass jam Sunday
Open to public, Antique truck and car show & bluegrass jamming. No charge for admission, donation cans set around farm. Rain or shine, plenty of room inside farm buildings to jam. Great food for minimal charge by the "Country Kitchen".
Events are sponsored by the Dickson-Murst Partners and Hosted by the Conservation Foundation. The Farm is located between Route 30 and Galena Road in Montgomery, Il. 1.3 miles east of Route 47 and 2 miles West of Orchard Road.
for info call 630-272-0686 or 815-786-2605 - all events are Kid friendly, Free admission, & Free parking
Dickson - Murst Farm, Montgomery, Il. ( North of Yorkville )
June 16
Super Savvy Senior Expo
The second annual “Super Savvy Senior Expo” will showcase a variety of services available for young at heart individuals and/or their caregivers. Stop by to browse more than 30 local resources in areas such as healthcare, travel and entertainment just to name a few. And best of all, it’s free!
10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Eastside Community Center, 14 N. Van Buren St., Batavia
(630) 879-5235
bataviaparks.org
June 17
Cosmos with Cosmo
An evening of social networking, drinks and nibbles
4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
$20.00 donation per person includes Cosmopolitan and appetizers.
Register by calling 630.466.8099 or register ar aurorachamber.com
Ballydoyle Irish Pub & Restaurant
28 W New York St, Aurora
(630) 844-0400
ballydoylepub.com
June 18
Comedy Comedy w/Dan Chopin
America's Historic Roundhouse
205 N. Broadway, Aurora
(630) 264-BREW
rh34.com
June 18
Car Show
Hosted by: Carousel Sound
| Music & Trophies
Timber Creek Inn and Suites
3300 Drew Ave., Sandwich
(630) 273-6000
timbercreekinnandsuites.com
June 18
Forever Young
Daniel's Den
115 E. South St. (Rt. 34) Plano, IL 60545
www.daniels-den.org
June 18 – 19
Blues On The Fox
This annual highly attended blues fest pays homage to the legendary 1930s Bluebird recordings.
Fri., 6 p.m.–10 p.m., Sat., 2 p.m.–10 p.m.
Galena Blvd. in Downtown Aurora
(630) 264- INFO
downtownaliveaurora.com
June 18 - 19
More On 34
Large garage sale from Galesburg to Yorkville bargains await.
(815) 786-9075
moreon34.com
June 19
Summer Concert Series | Hi-Infidelity
Door: $8.00
Black Deck & Patio
Timber Creek Inn and Suites
3300 Drew Ave., Sandwich
(630) 273-6000
timbercreekinnandsuites.com
June 19
Dynamite Day with Dad!
Dads, bring the kids out for a day of fun and games. Activities will include woodworking projects, races, volcanoes and slimy stuff. Enjoy pizza and eat DIRT for dessert. Kids will have a blast! $10 for two children and one adult; $2 per additional child.
Prisco Community Center, 150 W. Illinois Ave., Aurora
(630) 859-8606
foxvalleyparkdistrict.org
June 19
Splash Bash
Celebrate the start of summer at Splash Country Water Park! Event includes giant inflatables, a DJ spinning tunes, interactive dancing and water games! All activities are included with your daily admission. Plus, don't miss the one-day season pass sale! Buy a season pass during your visit on June 19 and that day's admission will be subtracted from the price of your season pass. Residents: $7 child (age 2 to 12), $8 (13 and over). Non-resident: $8 child (age 2 to 12), $9 (13 and over)
Splash Country Water Park, 195 S. Barnes Road, Aurora
(630) 906-7981
foxvalleyparkdistrict.org
June 19
Hairbangers Ball
America's Historic Roundhouse
205 N. Broadway, Aurora
(630) 264-BREW
rh34.com
June 18
Kings Brothers
Daniel's Den
115 E. South St. (Rt. 34) Plano, IL 60545
www.daniels-den.org
June 20
Father's Day at Blackberry Farm
Spend a day with the family at Blackberry Farm to celebrate Father's Day! First 50 dads receive a free giveaway on their special day. All activities are included with the daily admission fee. Residents: $3.75 child/senior, $4.25 adult. Non-residents: $6 child/senior, $7 adult
Blackberry Farm, 100 S. Barnes Road, Aurora
(630) 892-1550
foxvalleyparkdistrict.org
June 20
POPPA-PALOOZA
THE 1st ANNUAL POPPA-PALOOZA BBQ, MUSIC AND COMEDY FESTIVAL ON FATHER’S DAY JUNE 20th 2010 AT THE HISTORIC ROUNDHOUSE IN AURORA, IL
Hosted by Iconic WGN Radio Personality Steve Cochran, WGN-TV’s Mike Toomey, Patti Vasquez and Travel Channel’s Mark DeCarlo
The all-ages charity event features FREE BBQ, Live Blues Bands, Comedy Acts, Golf, Cooking Demonstrations and More!
Johnsonville Sausage invites you to celebrate this Father’s Day, Sunday June 20th, 2010 at Poppa-Palooza, a one-of-a-kind, all ages music and comedy festival featuring Chicago’s greatest personalities, musicians and comedians at America’s Historic Roundhouse in Aurora, IL. The phenomenal line-up includes legendary WGN radio personality Steve Cochran, WGN-TV’s Mike Toomey, with popular Chicago comedian Patty Vasquez, and Travel Channel’s Mark DeCarlo alongside the band Old Blues Eyes. Doors open at 5pm and festival continues until 11pm. America’s Historic Roundhouse is located at 205 N. Broadway, Aurora, IL 60505. Tickets are $25 for adults, $10 for children under 12. All tickets include two (2) FREE Johnsonville Brats and all Dads will receive a FREE raffle ticket.
America's Historic Roundhouse
205 N. Broadway, Aurora
(630) 264-BREW
rh34.com
June 22
Celebrate World Blood Donor Day with Heartland Blood Centers
Heartland Blood Centers is attempting to create the area's largest human blood drop in celebration of World Blood Donor Day! There will also be a blood drive at the Fox Valley Park District from 10:00-2:00, feel free to donate blood as well as participate in the human blood drop formation. All participates will receive a FREE t-shirt!
Fox Valley Park District Vaughn Athletic Center
(Gym) 2121
Indian Trail Road West, Aurora
heartlandbc.org
June 23
River Rhapsody Concert Series: Lazy Maybes
Enjoy the sounds of summer at a free concert on the Batavia Riverwalk. This modern band promises to provide an electric atmosphere with some classic rock, modern rock, funk, country and hip hop (in their own unique way).
7:00 p.m.
Batavia Riverwalk, Houston Street and Island Avenue
(630) 879-5235
bataviaparks.org
June 23
Movie in the Park
Bring the family out to enjoy a movie under the stars at this free showing of a family-friendly flick about a scientist who tries to solve world hunger only to see things go awry as food falls from the sky in abundance. Movie is rated PG. Concessions will be sold during the movie.
8:30 p.m.
Batavia Riverwalk, Houston Street and Island Avenue
(630) 879-5235
bataviaparks.org
Free Summer Concerts
June 24
Smokin’ Gunz (Top 40 country music)
The Fox Valley Park District is staging free outdoor concerts throughout the summer at various parks. Bring your favorite lawn chair, roll out a blanket and enjoy music from the band, Smokin' Gunz, under the stars. All concerts begin at 7:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted.
Montgomery Park (River Street and Mill Street, Montgomery)
Montgomery
(630) 859-8606
foxvalleyparkdistrict.org
June 25
New Heir Bluegrass
Daniel's Den
115 E. South St. (Rt. 34) Plano, IL 60545
www.daniels-den.org
June 25
Guitar Hero Tourney
We know you've got the fever to be a rock legend! It's time to live out your dreams as E-fit hosts its first Guitar Hero tournament! We will be jamming to Guitar Hero World Tour songs on Wii, and contestants will face off for prizes and a chance to become almost famous. 6 to 9 p.m. $15 person (includes use of the E-fit room for the evening) Ages 7 and up - 3 levels consisting of beginner, intermediate and expert
Eola Community Center E-fit Room, 555 S. Eola Road, Aurora
(630) 966-4551
foxvalleyparkdistrict.org
June 25-27
Side Walk Sale and Appraisal Fair at Out of the Attic
Great deals on all your favorites - Pepsi, toys, salt and peppers, furniture, records, books, vases, jewelry and more. Many dealers are bringing in items never before seen in the store. And FREE APPRAISAL FAIR - Sunday only, June 27, 11am-2 pm. (limit 2 items) Whether it's Grandma's heirloom or a great flea market find, bring it over and we'll let you know what it's worth.
4054 Fox Valley Center Drive, Aurora
(630) 898-0557
outoftheatticantiques.biz
June 26 – 27
WWII Re-Enactment
Re-enactment of WWII battles, over 100 re-enactors. Weapon demo, daily battles and hear about the uniforms from the three Allies and the Axis nations.
Lyon Farm
7935 State Rt. 71, Yorkville
(630) 554-3064
kchs.us
June 26 – Oct. 16
Batavia Farmers Market
Saturday mornings June through Oct., 8 a.m.–noon
Downtown Batavia
Water St. between Wilson and First St., Batavia
(630) 761-3528
downtownbatavia.com
June 26
Todd Anthony Joos
Daniel's Den
115 E. South St. (Rt. 34) Plano, IL 60545
www.daniels-den.org
June 27
Cheesemaking 101
Come learn how simple it is to make cheese with milk you can find in the stores. We'll make two types of cheese and have lots of sample from too.
Esther's Place
201 W. Galena St. (RT 30) Big Rock, IL 60511
(630) 556-9665
esthersplacefibers.com
June 27
Paws in the Park
Bring your furry friend to Paws in the Park for a fun-filled day! This event is in conjunction with the Fox Valley Animal Welfare League. The day starts with a "Blessing of the Animals" at 12:30 p.m. followed by contests and vendor booths. Noon to 4 p.m. This is a free event open to all ages!
Lincoln Park Dog Park, Russell Avenue and Lakewood Place, Aurora
(630) 859-8606
foxvalleyparkdistrict.org
June 30
River Rhapsody Concert Series: Geneva Jazz Ensemble
Enjoy the sounds of summer at a free concert on the Batavia Riverwalk. Your feet will be tapping to the musical fare of jazz works by this 20-member band.
7:00 p.m.
Batavia Riverwalk, Houston Street and Island Avenue
(630) 879-5235
bataviaparks.org
