Shaw Local

May 10, 2021

Readers Choice Local Events Deals Newsletter

Fiesta Days to return to McHenry this summer

Mystery Diner in Batavia: Daddio’s Diner cooking up hits to a happy beat

Mystery Diner in Hebron: Hart’s Saloon known for superb brick oven pizza

New Monte Carlo Steakhouse continues family tradition on Route 34 in Plano

2021 BOTF contest dates

Kane County

Vote: Mar. 18 - Apr. 11
Publish: May 27

Kendall County

Vote: Apr. 1 - Apr. 28
Publish: Jun. 24

McHenry County

Vote: Jun. 29 - Jul. 21
Publish: Sep. 11

Aurora

Vote: Sep. 2 - Sep. 30
Publish: Nov. 18

McHenry County

Restaurants

Mystery Diner in Hebron: Hart’s Saloon known for superb brick oven pizza

By MYSTERY DINER

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May 05, 2021 at 5:00 am CDT

Homemade, homegrown products to return for the summer in McHenry County farmers markets

As COVID-19 restrictions loosen, some venues plan for summer music, others wait for 100% capacity

Kane County

Local News

Fourth of July fireworks show returning to St. Charles this summer

May 07, 2021 at 4:30 am CDT

Arcada Theatre warming up to reopen in mid-July

Batavia VFW to host mini parade for Loyalty Day activities, plus live music by The Wayouts

Kendall County

Photo Galleries

Gallery: Wine on the Fox returns to Hudson Crossing Park

By Shea Lazansky

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May 03, 2021 at 5:08 pm CDT

Perks for volunteers at weekend’s Wine on the Fox

VOTE NOW IN THE 2021 BEST OF THE FOX

Restaurants

New Monte Carlo Steakhouse continues family tradition on Route 34 in Plano

By Lucas Robinson

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May 06, 2021 at 7:52 pm CDT

Mystery Diner in Batavia: Daddio’s Diner cooking up hits to a happy beat

Mystery Diner in Hebron: Hart’s Saloon known for superb brick oven pizza

Family Fun

A&E

Prehistoric thrills as Dino Safari promises drive-thru adventure

By BEST OF THE FOX

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May 06, 2021 at 1:42 pm CDT

Pork chop and chicken barbecue drive-thru by 5B’s to flavor Plattville fundraiser

Fermilab welcomes first bison calf of the season

Holidays

A&E

Healing Gardens plans season’s opening on Mother’s Day

By BEST OF THE FOX

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May 04, 2021 at 6:23 pm CDT

Water Street Studios in Batavia plans markets with designs on Mother’s Day gifts

Batavia Lions to sell plants in fundraiser

Music

The Venue in Aurora to resume outdoor concerts starting in June

By Eric Schelkopf

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May 04, 2021 at 2:40 pm CDT

Excitement mounts as Club Arcada in St. Charles prepares to reopen

Norris series finale to be musical theater lecture on ‘Creation of Wicked’

Arts

A&E

Kane Repertory Theatre in St. Charles announces livestream of ‘The Venetians’

By BEST OF THE FOX

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May 06, 2021 at 5:26 pm CDT

Elgin Youth Symphony Orchestra to cap season with virtual Mother’s Day concerts

Fine Line Creative Arts Center in St. Charles presents ‘Sculpture at the Kavanagh’ exhibition

Save the Date

Kendall Master Gardeners to host plant sale May 15

By BEST OF THE FOX

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May 04, 2021 at 5:53 pm CDT

Stroll past Oswego’s architectural history Saturday, May 15

Elburn’s Heritage Prairie Farm to host 7th annual Organic Transplant Sale

Festivals

Fiesta Days to return to McHenry this summer

By Emily K. Coleman

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May 06, 2021 at 1:32 pm CDT

Arcada Theatre warming up to reopen in mid-July

Perks for volunteers at weekend’s Wine on the Fox

Home

Sons of the American Legion to host Mother’s Day breakfast buffet

By BEST OF THE FOX

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May 05, 2021 at 7:52 pm CDT

Church rummage sale to benefit Open Door Rehabilitation Center

Yorkville Chamber holds ribbon-cutting for My Daughter’s Dress Boutique

Shopping

Business

Batavia Chamber holds ribbon-cutting ceremony for House of 423

By Kane County Chronicle

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April 27, 2021 at 5:08 am CDT

Water Street Shoppe reopens in McHenry

Oswego Chamber’s Hometown Expo a hit with businesses, patrons at county fairgrounds

Nightlife

Trilogy Lounge in St. Charles to usher in music and entertainment

By Eric Schelkopf

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May 04, 2021 at 1:04 pm CDT

The Venue to livestream May concerts, preview in-person outdoor shows

Movie theater welcomes back moviegoers

Readers Choice

Kane County

Sugar rush: the 9 best donuts in Kane County

November 18, 2020 at 2:32 pm CST

In need of a new read? Visit these 6 local bookstores

8 best pet resources in Kane County

Recreation

McHenry County chambers hope strong tourism season ahead

By Sam Lounsberry

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May 04, 2021 at 3:16 pm CDT

Fourth of July fireworks show returning to St. Charles this summer

Fiesta Days to return to McHenry this summer

Mystery Diner in Batavia: Daddio’s Diner cooking up hits to a happy beat

Mystery Diner in Hebron: Hart’s Saloon known for superb brick oven pizza

New Monte Carlo Steakhouse continues family tradition on Route 34 in Plano

Trending

Sons of the American Legion to host Mother’s Day breakfast buffet

Mystery Diner in Geneva: Old Towne Pub & Eatery hits tasty milestone

Fine Line Creative Arts Center in St. Charles presents ‘Sculpture at the Kavanagh’ exhibition

Fermilab welcomes first bison calf of the season

2021 BOTF contest dates

Homemade, homegrown products to return for the summer in McHenry County farmers markets

As COVID-19 restrictions loosen, some venues plan for summer music, others wait for 100% capacity

Arcada Theatre warming up to reopen in mid-July

Batavia VFW to host mini parade for Loyalty Day activities, plus live music by The Wayouts

Perks for volunteers at weekend’s Wine on the Fox

VOTE NOW IN THE 2021 BEST OF THE FOX

Mystery Diner in Batavia: Daddio’s Diner cooking up hits to a happy beat

Mystery Diner in Hebron: Hart’s Saloon known for superb brick oven pizza

Pork chop and chicken barbecue drive-thru by 5B’s to flavor Plattville fundraiser

Fermilab welcomes first bison calf of the season

Water Street Studios in Batavia plans markets with designs on Mother’s Day gifts

Batavia Lions to sell plants in fundraiser

Excitement mounts as Club Arcada in St. Charles prepares to reopen

Norris series finale to be musical theater lecture on ‘Creation of Wicked’

Elgin Youth Symphony Orchestra to cap season with virtual Mother’s Day concerts

Fine Line Creative Arts Center in St. Charles presents ‘Sculpture at the Kavanagh’ exhibition

Stroll past Oswego’s architectural history Saturday, May 15

Elburn’s Heritage Prairie Farm to host 7th annual Organic Transplant Sale

Arcada Theatre warming up to reopen in mid-July

Perks for volunteers at weekend’s Wine on the Fox

Church rummage sale to benefit Open Door Rehabilitation Center

Yorkville Chamber holds ribbon-cutting for My Daughter’s Dress Boutique

Water Street Shoppe reopens in McHenry

Oswego Chamber’s Hometown Expo a hit with businesses, patrons at county fairgrounds

The Venue to livestream May concerts, preview in-person outdoor shows

Movie theater welcomes back moviegoers

In need of a new read? Visit these 6 local bookstores

8 best pet resources in Kane County

Bob Blazier Run for the Arts to take place Sunday

Project Daffodil off to a blooming start along Fox River in St. Charles