Best of the Fox

October 06, 2022

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Oswego Brew at the Bridge returning to village’s downtown Saturday

Sandwich Fair opens with ceremony, horse shows, harness races and much more

Patio perfection: 3 delicious outdoor dining options in Kane County

Sandwich Fair goers rank corn dogs, elephant ears, lemon shake-ups and ‘pork options’ among their favorites

Trending

Kendall County Now

Cemetery Walk returning to Montgomery’s Riverside Cemetery Oct. 5

By Shaw Local News Network●

Kendall County Now

Big crowd lines up to enjoy Taste of Sandwich in city’s downtown

By David Petesch●

Kendall County Now

Yorktoberfest to bring vendors, craft beer and live music to city’s Riverfront Park Sept. 30-Oct. 1

By Shaw Local News Network●

Kendall County Now

Oswego’s first ‘Wine OFF the Fox’ event to feature female-fronted bands, raise funds to fight breast cancer

By David Petesch●

2022 Best of the Fox contest dates:

Kane County

Vote: Mar. 17 - Apr. 10
Publish: May 26

Kendall County

Vote: Mar. 31 - Apr. 27
Publish: Jun. 23

McHenry County

Vote: Jun. 28 - Jul. 22
Publish: Sep. 17

McHenry County

News - McHenry County

5 things to do in McHenry County: Marengo Settlers Day, Woodstock Rail Fest, Vintage Shop Hop

By Shaw Local News Network●

5 things to do in McHenry County: Woodstock Ale Fest, Storytelling Festival in Spring Grove and Cider Fest

5 things to do in McHenry County: Huntley Fall Fest, Johnny Appleseed Festival and Oktoberfest celebrations

Kane County

News - Kane County

Downtown Geneva to host 4th annual Jack-O’-Lantern Walk on Friday

K. Hollis Jewelers opens at new Batavia location

Mirus Batavia celebrates opening with ribbon-cutting ceremony

Kendall County

Kendall County Now

Yorkville church seeks donations for October rummage sale

By Shaw Local News Network●

American Indian Artifact Show set for Oct. 2 in Yorkville

‘Back to School’ exhibit entertains, informs about the history of public education in Oswego

Restaurants

Mystery Diner | Kane County Chronicle

Mystery Diner: Stockholm’s marks two decades as Geneva classic

By MYSTERY DINER●

Mystery Diner: McNally’s Pub a taste of Ireland in St. Charles

Mystery Diner in Lake in the Hills: Taquitos debuts as family-owned go-to for tacos

Family Fun

News - McHenry County

For these McHenry County residents, Halloween season opportunity for some spooktacular home decorating

By Aaron Dorman●

Cary Fall-A-Palooza with hayrides, crafts, pumpkins to be held Saturday

Prehistoric tools, visit by candlelight among events at Powers-Walker House in Glacial Park

Holidays

News - Kane County

Boardwalk Shops of Batavia to host woodturning fundraiser for food pantries

By Shaw Local News Network●

Cider Fest to return to McHenry County Historical Society and Museum with crafts, barn-raising demonstration

Batavia’s Pints by the Pond Brewfest debuts Saturday

Music

A&E | Northwest Herald

Elgin Symphony Orchestra to launch new season with guest artists

By BEST OF THE FOX●

St. Charles Public Library concert series to begin Oct. 2

Fall Festival planned at Lyon Farm Sept. 24-25

Arts

A&E | Northwest Herald

Review: Theatre 121 in Woodstock creates enchanting ‘Cinderella’ musical

By PAUL LOCKWOOD●

Review: Cast makes ‘I Hate Hamlet’ a comedy to love

McHenry County talents to help bring ‘I Hate Hamlet’ comedy to the stage

Save the Date

News - McHenry County

Roaring 20s theme, fireworks, parades all on tap for Marengo Settlers’ Days

By James T. Norman●

Sandwich Post 181 American Legion Riders annual Armed Forces Run returning later this month

Healing Gardens in St. Charles open to the public Sept. 11

Festivals

Kendall County Now

United Church of Sandwich’s brat fest set for Oct. 9

By Shaw Local News Network●

Yorktoberfest to bring live music, food and craft beer to Riverfront Park in downtown Yorkville Friday, Saturday

Storytelling festival returns to Spring Grove after 16-year hiatus

Home

Kendall County Now

Yorkville Sons of The American Legion monthly breakfast fundraiser returns Oct. 9; public invited

By Shaw Local News Network●

Millbrook church planning Harvest Breakfast Oct. 1

Oswegoland Heritage Association hosting historic farm tours Sept. 24

Shopping

News - Kane County

Boutique Baby in St. Charles to host grand opening Oct. 15 & 16

By Shaw Local News Network●

The Holmstad in Batavia to host annual Bazaar Oct. 1

Read Between the Lynes to host visit with former senator Russ Feingold

Nightlife

McHenry County Local News

Bethany Lutheran Church of Crystal Lake to feature Chicago jazz artist

By Shaw Local News Network●

Raue Center to host free masterclass from veteran Broadway actors

Island Lake to host Oktoberfest, Dachshund Derby this week

Readers Choice

A&E | Kane County Chronicle

The Top 10 beer gardens/restaurant patios in Kane County

By Erica Dynes●

Voting is now open in 2022 McHenry County Best of the Fox Readers’ Choice Awards.

Voting is now open in 2022 Record Newspapers Best of the Fox Readers’ Choice Awards.

Recreation

News - Kane County

Geneva Center for the Arts to present exhibit opening, fiber workshop

By Shaw Local News Network●

Friends of the Old Courthouse, City of Woodstock offering guided tour

McHenry County Suicide Prevention Task Force hosts its inaugural 5K Saturday