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May 29, 2023
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Fox Valley Arts Hall of Fame names its 2022 inductees, plans banquet

Fox Valley Arts Hall of Fame names its 2022 inductees, plans banquet

The group will celebrate not only the new inductees' achievements at a gala, but also the 2020 honorees, including Jeff Hunt, founder of the St. Charles Singers, and portrait artist Vincent Chiaramonte of Campton Hills.

By Renee Tomell●
October 26, 2022 at 5:01 am CDT

Author, humorist David Sedaris returns to Raue Center in Crystal Lake

Author, humorist David Sedaris returns to Raue Center in Crystal Lake

David Sedaris, who will deliver a 60-minute reading from his new collection of personal essays at the November event in Crystal Lake, is the author of bestsellers like “Calypso,” “Theft By Finding,” “Let’s Explore Diabetes with Owls,” and “Squirrel Seeks Chipmunk.”

By Shaw Local News Network●
October 15, 2022 at 2:30 pm CDT

Yorkville Knights of Columbus planning Oct. 25 barbecue fundraiser

Yorkville Knights of Columbus planning Oct. 25 barbecue fundraiser

The drive-thru event will be at the Kendall County Community Food Pantry, 208 Beaver St. in Yorkville.

By Shaw Local News Network●
October 08, 2022 at 5:00 pm CDT

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

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

Marengo's Settlers' Days is returning in October for its 52nd year with more bands and fireworks.

By James T. Norman●
September 24, 2022 at 3:00 pm CDT

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

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

All proceeds will go to the Middle East Conflict and War on Terrorism Monument.

By Shaw Local News Network●
September 07, 2022 at 5:00 pm CDT

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

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

Healing Gardens, a two-acre expanse of woodland and perennial gardens at Stone Hill Farm in St. Charles, will be open to the public from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 11.

By Shaw Local News Network●
September 04, 2022 at 7:33 pm CDT

Good Natured in St. Charles: 7 little chimney swifts get a second chance

Good Natured in St. Charles: 7 little chimney swifts get a second chance

When you find yourself with seven orphaned chimney swift babies that you’ve raised from nestling size, you head to downtown Geneva for their release. Mark your calendars for the annual Chimney Swift Sits planned Sept. 10 and 16.

By PAM OTTO●
August 26, 2022 at 3:09 pm CDT

Taste of Sandwich will return next month to city’s downtown; vendors sought

Taste of Sandwich will return next month to city’s downtown; vendors sought

Access to the event will cost $6 per person in advance, or $8 per person at the door. All food inside the event is included with admission.

By David Petesch●
August 22, 2022 at 1:48 pm CDT

Jazz Weekend to return to downtown St. Charles next month

Jazz Weekend to return to downtown St. Charles next month

Jazz music will return to downtown St. Charles next month as part of the 11th annual St. Charles Jazz Weekend.

By Shaw Local News Network●
August 12, 2022 at 7:00 pm CDT

McHenry Outdoor Theater to host Shows Before the Shows July 29-30

McHenry Outdoor Theater to host Shows Before the Shows July 29-30

Both sets of pre-movie activities will take place near the concession stand.

By Shaw Local News Network●
July 20, 2022 at 12:44 pm CDT
Oswego’s Little White School Museum offering family crafts event, historic walking tour

Oswego’s Little White School Museum offering family crafts event, historic walking tour

To register for these programs hosted at the museum by the Oswegoland Park District, call 630-554-1010 or visit their web site at https://www.oswegolandparkdistrict.org/.

By Shaw Local News Network●
July 04, 2022 at 12:00 pm CDT
Old favorites, new acts returning to Kane County Fair

Old favorites, new acts returning to Kane County Fair

After being cancelled in 2020 because of the pandemic, last year’s Kane County Fair attracted 78,660 people – the fair’s best attendance since 2018.

By Eric Schelkopf●
June 23, 2022 at 5:30 am CDT

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