Aurora Area September 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

Sept. TBD
34th ANNUAL FALL FESTIVAL
Crafts, flea market, farm demonstrations, antique farm equipment, cars and daily entertainment. Admission charge.
Lyon Farm and Village
7935 Rt. 71, Yorkville
(630) 554-3064 or (630) 553-6777

Sept. 3 – 7
SANDWICH FAIR
Spanning 120 years, the Sandwich Fair is one of the largest in Illinois, drawing thousands of people with live entertainment, food, games, shows, judgings, cook-offs, crafts, tractor pulls and livestock shows. Starts at 8 a.m.
Sandwich Fairgrounds
Suydam Rd. and Gletty Rd.
Sandwich (815) 786-2159
www.sandwichfair.com

Sept. 6
BATAVIA HOUSEWALK
Unique and elegant homes in Batavia are featured in this 2nd annual walk to showcase great design and decorating. Hours: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Various homes in Batavia
(630) 761-3528
www.downtownbatavia.com

Sept. 11
LIBRARIES REMEMBER SEPTEMBER 11, 2001
The Library will remain open for 24 hours on Sept. 11 for library service, ceremonies at the Flag Pole, community gatherings and visits from the Sugar Grove Police and Fire Departments. Hours: midnight – midnight.
Sugar Grove Library
54 Snow St., Sugar Grove
(630) 466-4686
www.sugargrove.lib.il.us

Sept. 12 – 14
WOMEN’S WELLNESS WEEKEND
Put together by WCC, this relaxing getaway for women offers workshops and programs throughout the weekend, participants can attend all or just some of the activities.
Hours: Fri. 7 p.m. – Sun. 2 p.m.
LaSalle Manor Retreat Center
12480 Galena Rd., Plano
(630) 466-5750 (WCC)
www.waubonsee.edu

Sept. 13
SIXTH ANNUAL KENDALL COUNTY FAIR BENEFIT TRUCK AND TRACTOR PULL
Illini Pullers Association final pull of the season. Two tracks with lots of action, smoke and rubber burning. Food available, monies earned benefit fair’s general fund. Hours: 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Kendall County Fairgrounds
10826 Rt. 71, Yorkville
(630) 553-2860
www.kendallcountyfair.com

Sept. 14
FALL HARVEST FESTIVAL
Learn how the pioneers prepared themselves for winter. Taste early American foods and play old-fashioned games. Starts at 11 a.m.
Blackberry Farm
100 S. Barnes Rd., Aurora
(630) 892-1550
www.foxvalleyparkdistrict.org

Sept. 20 – 21
BIG ROCK PLOWING MATCH FESTIVAL – 114th Year
Horse show, competitive field plowing, 4-H Beef Show, arts and crafts, ladies fair, junior fair, train rides, pedal tractor pull, round bale roll-off, concessions and more. Starts 8:30 a.m.
Plowman’s Park, 48W508 Hinckley Rd., Big Rock
(630) 556-3501
www.bigrockplowingmatch.com

Sept. 20
FIESTA DE LUCES FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with music, food, children’s games and rides.
Hours: 1 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Spring St. and Lincoln Ave. Aurora (630) 844-4386
www.aurora-il.org/specialevents

Sept. 20
Harvest Fest Vineyard Event
Event_Description=11am - 6pm - come out to the Faltz Family Vineyards in Sheridan and enjoy the end of summer! Live entertainment, wine tasting in the vines, riding vineyard tours, 1800s basbeball game by the Somonauk Blue Stockings and much more! Enjoy the beautiful 170 acre section of land on the Fox River as your family and friends have a great day.
2714 N. 4251st Road, Sheridan IL 60551
(630) 554-0404
www.foxvalleywinery.com

Sept. 20
NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE DAY
Peek into a wigwam and longhouse, ride on a pony or in a canoe and try shooting an arrow. Hours: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Hoover Forest Preserve
11285 Fox Rd., Yorkville
(630) 553-4025 or (630) 551-4111

Sept. 20
Amazing Adventure Race Challenge
Saturday, Sept. 20, 8 a.m. - 11 p.m.—Run, bike, trek and canoe your way to the finish line as a three person team. But be prepared for mystery events that challenge you to work as a team. You don't have to be the best or the fastest to be successful in this real adventure challenge. This event takes place at Silver Springs State Park, 13608 Fox Road, Yorkville. Fee. For information contact 630.553.4357.

Sept. 21
RAKU POTTERY DAY
Raku Pottery is an ancient Japanese way of making teapots and cups. Visitors may glaze and decorate pottery and watch the firing process. Hours: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Blackberry Farm
100 S. Barnes Rd., Aurora
(630) 892-1550
www.foxvalleyparkdistrict.org

Sept. 25
FESTIVAL OF CRAFTS
The most talked-about craft show of the year. Come spend the day in quaint Sandwich for a taste of country.
Hours: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
(4 locations)
Sandwich Fairgrounds
1401 Suydam Rd., Sandwich
(815) 498-9688
Downtown Sandwich
(815) 786-2518
Indian Springs Shopping Center
E. Rt. 34, Sandwich
(630) 552-4401
Willow Crest Nursing Pavilion
515 N. Main St., Sandwich
(815) 786-8426

Sept. 27
PHILLIPS PARK FALL FESTIVAL
Free activities and attractions including a petting zoo, hay rides, pony rides, a super slide, live entertainment, face painting and hands-on activities. Hours: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
1000 Ray Moses Dr., Aurora
(630) 264-INFO
www.aurora-il.org