Aurora Area October 2008 Events

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Jan-Dec
Art in City Hall
Enjoy art in the United City of Yorkville City Hall Council Chambers, 800 Game Farm Road. Viewing hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Free. For information contact 630.553.8564

Oct. 18
Second Annual Renewable Energy Fair
Join Waubonsee Community College for the Second Annual Renewable Energy Fair on October 18, 2008. This event will be held in Erickson Hall at Waubonsee's Sugar Grove Campus. Renewable energy, organic and green products will be featured. There will be workshops on sustainable living, fun for the whole family in the Eco Friendly Family Area, special performances by The Giving Tree Band and much, much more! Contact 630-466-7900, ext 2360 for more information on this FREE community educational event!
Rt 47 @ Waubonsee Drive, Sugar Grove, IL, 60554
630-466-7900, ext .2360

Oct. 20 – 21, 26 – 28
AN EVENING OF CULTURE
Watch the Mineola County’s Council for Cultural Recognition group struggle to learn their lines for Romeo and Juliet in time for opening night
in this rousing comedy.
Hours: Fri. and Sat. 8 p.m.
Sun. 2 p.m.
Historic Opera House of Sandwich
140 E. Railroad St., Sandwich
(815) 786-2555
www.indianvalleytheatre.org

Oct. 24 – 25
ALL HALLOWS EVE: A 19TH CENTURY HALLOWEEN
The creepiest characters of the 19th century come to life to haunt the grounds of Naper Settlement. Hours: 6:30 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Naper Settlement
523 S. Webster St., Naperville
(630) 305-5555
www.napersettlement.museum

Oct. 25
BATFEST
Families enjoy a spooktacular time. Highlights include: BatRun, Dracula Blood Drive, Batavia Mother’s Club Costume Parade, downtown trick-or-treating, hayrides, games and contests. Hours: 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Downtown Batavia and Batavia Riverwalk, 100 N. Island Ave., Batavia (630) 761-3528
www.downtownbatavia.com

Oct. 25
HALLOWEEN EGG HUNT
It’s a twist on an old tradition. Show off your costume. Bring a flashlight and container for eggs. All ages welcome.
Starts at 7 p.m.
Town Square Park
Rt. 47 and Main St., Yorkville
(630) 553-4357
www.yorkville.il.us

Oct. 25
HALLOWEEN FEST
Enjoy a haunted house, pumpkin judging, haystack rides, campfire, games, entertainment, make your own scarecrow, food and crafts. Hours: 6 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Plowman’s Park
48W508 Hinckley Rd., Big Rock
(630) 556-9599
www.bigrockparks.com

Oct. 25
HALLOWEEN WALK
Trick or treat to your favorite business. Trolley rides, prizes, pumpkin carving contest
and sweet surprises.
Hours: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Downtown, Yorkville
(630) 553-6853
www.yorkville.il.us