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June 01, 2023
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New restaurants, hotel suites set to open in coming weeks in Arcada Theatre building

New restaurants, hotel suites set to open in coming weeks in Arcada Theatre building

Studio 64 is part of a major renovation project in the building that houses the historic theater and its sister operation, Club Arcada. Two new restaurants – Rock 'N Za and Rock 'N Ravioli – are expected to open in the next few weeks.

By Eric Schelkopf●
October 30, 2022 at 5:30 am CDT

Rotary Rocks Raue Center returns with Fleetwood Mac cover band

Rotary Rocks Raue Center returns with Fleetwood Mac cover band

The annual Rotary Rocks Raue Center fundraiser will feature “Fleetwood Max: The Definitive Fleetwood Mac Tribute” this November.

By Shaw Local News Network●
October 21, 2022 at 2:45 pm CDT

‘A Nightmare at West Main’ returns to Batavia

‘A Nightmare at West Main’ returns to Batavia

The Halloween event is Oct. 14 and 21 at West Main Community Park. Volunteers are also needed for tours, makeup and scary characters.

By Shaw Local News Network●
October 08, 2022 at 12:00 pm CDT

Bethany Lutheran Church of Crystal Lake to feature Chicago jazz artist

Bethany Lutheran Church of Crystal Lake to feature Chicago jazz artist

Bethany Lutheran Church of Crystal Lake will feature Chicago jazz artist Christy Bennett for a performance of her Forgotten Songwriters program at 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 16, at its 76 W. Crystal Lake Ave. location.

By Shaw Local News Network●
October 04, 2022 at 5:55 pm CDT

Raue Center to host free masterclass from veteran Broadway actors

Raue Center to host free masterclass from veteran Broadway actors

The Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake will host a free masterclass from two veteran Broadway actors from Lyric Opera of Chicago’s “Fiddler on the Roof” this Monday.

By Shaw Local News Network●
September 27, 2022 at 2:45 pm CDT

Island Lake to host Oktoberfest, Dachshund Derby this week

Island Lake to host Oktoberfest, Dachshund Derby this week

Twenty dachshunds will race during the inaugural Dachshund Derby this Saturday in Island Lake. The event is part of the village’s Oktoberfest, which is in its third year and runs Friday and Saturday.

By Shaw Local News Network●
September 20, 2022 at 11:45 am CDT

Splash Into Country to bring big name acts to McHenry’s Petersen Park

Splash Into Country to bring big name acts to McHenry’s Petersen Park

Set for Friday and Saturday, Sept. 16 and 17, at Petersen Park, 4300 Petersen Park Road, Splash Into Country is expected to raise upwards of $300,000 for McHenry's Miller Point and Riverwalk projects.

By Janelle Walker●
September 04, 2022 at 3:00 pm CDT

‘Dreamgirls’ to launch Paramount Theatre’s 11th Broadway Series in Aurora

‘Dreamgirls’ to launch Paramount Theatre’s 11th Broadway Series in Aurora

Paramount Theatre invites everyone to meet Effie, Lorrell and Deena, three talented young Black singers in the turbulent 1960s, whose rise to the top will test their friendships to the very limit. The musical opens with previews Aug. 31.

By Shaw Local News Network●
August 25, 2022 at 3:27 pm CDT

Montgomery Fest returns to village’s downtown this Friday-Sunday

Montgomery Fest returns to village’s downtown this Friday-Sunday

The fest will feature a new carnival amusement company, Windy City Amusements. In addition, the popular Car Show moves to Saturday from Sunday, offering a later start to the show for visitor convenience from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

By Shaw Local News Network●
August 15, 2022 at 12:53 pm CDT

Blues guitarist Hector Anchondo to play Raue Center’s Arts on the Green

Blues guitarist Hector Anchondo to play Raue Center’s Arts on the Green

Award-winning blues guitarist Hector Anchondo will perform at 7 p.m. Aug. 13 at the Raue Center’s outdoor series Arts on the Green at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church in Crystal Lake.

By Shaw Local News Network●
August 04, 2022 at 6:00 pm CDT
Creole Concert coming to Union Aug. 5

Creole Concert coming to Union Aug. 5

Dennis Stroughmatt et L’Esprit Creole to perform Aug. 5 in Union

By Shaw Local News Network●
July 27, 2022 at 6:09 pm CDT
Lucky Lucy’s marks opening in Fox River Grove

Lucky Lucy’s marks opening in Fox River Grove

A new full-service bar and restaurant with video gambling and pool tables opened this year along Northwest Highway in Fox River Grove.

By Shaw Local News Network●
July 03, 2022 at 11:30 am CDT

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