Batavia

Batavia MainStreet is hosting the fundraiser Saturday, July 27 at 7 p.m. in Appleton Park located behind City Hall.

Providing a collaborative space to spark scientific wonder, SciTech is hosting their STEM Lab Open House on Saturday, June 27, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m, at 336 McKee Street, Batavia.

Spend sometime outdoors for an evening of community and cocktails on Saturday, July 27 in Batavia.

The Batavia Woman’s Club will host a downtown shopping spree on July 27 where participants can shop, enjoy a wine tasting and win prizes, all for a good cause.

St Charles man and his dog rescued from Fox River in Batavia by emergency services just after midnight Wednesday morning.

To better serve Batavia, Batavia Public Library is in the beginning stages of a new strategic plan and we’re looking for feedback.

The Brenda Holzer Memorial Foundation and Portillo’s are teaming up to host a fundraising event from 5 to 8 p.m. on July 29 at the Portillo’s at 531 N. Randall Road in Batavia.

Fermilab, a particle physics and accelerator laboratory in Batavia, will closed to the public from Aug. 26 through Sept. 8, reopening Sept. 9.

For the pet owners who share an inseparable love for their furry friends, all paws lead to Batavia’s new boutique, CaDo & Company, 103 E. Wilson St.

The City of Batavia completed another phase of the Wastewater Treatment Facility upgrade at 400 Shumway Ave., allowing Water Street to be reopened for pedestrian, bicycle and vehicle traffic, while parts of Fox River Trail will remain closed.

Batavia area community members can raise funds that save the lives of pets in Kane County by participating in Anderson Humane’s Walk4Animals on Sept. 14.

The final day of the 155th Kane County Fair in St. Charles included the demolition derby and steer auction on Sunday, July 21, 2024.

A group of Kane County residents set out on a 10-day biking adventure around Lake Michigan, filled with camaraderie and exploration, covering nearly 1,100 miles and stopping at over 20 breweries along the way.

Enjoy some tea time at these locations in Batavia, Campton Hills and Aurora.

Kane County has a variety of family-friendly events to do before school begins, such as painting at Color Me Mine, visiting Primrose Farm and more.

The Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley awarded 36 grants to local nonprofits supporting the needs of youth and local residents.

Batavia's Public Art initiative and Conservation Foundation are seeking artists to participate in the new 'Art on the Fox' project to create a mural series on the Jeffrey D. Schielke Government Center. Submissions are due Friday.

The Kane County Fair will feature a bull riding competition, live music, kids activities and more.

Heat did not deter festival-goers as families and friends turned out for Batavia's Windmill City Festival.

The Batavia Park District and the City of Batavia hosted the annual Windmill City Festival in Batavia July 12-14.

Batavia United Way will host a Community Dinner Table event which raises funds towards fighting local hunger.

The largest summer event in Batavia, the three-day Windmill City Festival begins this weekend with live music, food, carnival, games and contests.

The public is invited to join members of the Kane County Sheriff’s Cadet Program and Deputies on Thursday July 11, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Batavia Chick-Fil-A at 185 N Randall Road.

Kane County will feature the Windmill City Festival with live music, a craft fair, a pet competition, a carnival, food, drinks and more.

The 2024 Community Dinner Table event is a fundraiser for Batavia United Way.

From whimsical cupcake creations to hand-crafted chocolates and ice cream, there are many treat shops waiting to satisfy any taste.

The clinic at the Congregational Church of Batavia church is open on the second Tuesday of each month.

Batavia Third Ward Alderman Dan Chanzit , whose term does not expire until 2027, announced his plans to resign in May in order to focus on his business.

Batavia Plain Dirt Gardeners club will hold its garden walk featuring seven gardens from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, July 13.

Community members celebrated Independence Day in Batavia with a party in the park and the Batavia Fireworks Sky Concert on Thursday, July 4, 2024.

From outdoor concerts to a walking play, here are some outdoor theatre and live entertainment shows you can add to your summer bucket list.

The Batavia School District 101 Board voted to approve an increase in pay for paraprofessionals in special education programs on Tuesday, June 25.

July is National Park and Recreation Month, and the Batavia Park District will celebrate with a variety of activities for residents of all ages and abilities.

Festivals in Batavia, Crystal Lake, Yorkville and more to bring music, beer and more this month.

Batavia will host its annual fireworks sky concert from 9:30 to 10 p.m. on July 4,

The St. Charles Park District will present its fireworks show Thursday, July 4, complemented by food trucks, glow zone novelty sales and other festivities.

Batavia's Fourth of July Celebration will begin with a food vendor festival from 5 to 9 p.m., followed by the Fourth of July Sky Concert at Engstrom Family Park.

Along North River Street from 8 a.m. to noon every Saturday until Oct. 26, visitors come to enjoy the sounds of acoustic guitars, try out the different food trucks, and shop from local vendors.

The Batavia School District 101 Board voted to approve a strategic plan, outlining the district’s priorities over the next five years on Tuesday, June 25.

St. Charles Park District will host Fourth of July festivities with firework viewing, food trucks and more at multiple parks.

Bronze winners included Crystal Lake Brewing for their brown porter Frozen Over; Sturdy Shelter Brewing in Batavia in the Munich-Style Dunkel category for Wilson Street Dunkel; and Double Clutch Brewing Co. in Evanston in the German-style Altbier.

Anna Green Showerman's father died in World War II.Nearly 80 years later, the Batavia woman received her father's long-overdue war medals.

Summer is heating up. Here is where you can go to cool off this weekend.

North Aurora resident Bettina Sailer has been traveling to areas of the state where cicadas are plentiful and bringing them back to her yard.

Flags flown at Batavia City Hall include the United States Flag, the State of Illinois flag, the P.O.W. flag and Batavia Community Flag, respectively in order of precedence. The unity flag is also currently flying at City Hall in honor of June being pride month.

Batavia Public Library is going fine-free, following the other Kane County libraries.

Batavia Police Chief will retire after a 25-year career in law enforcement defined by the addition of new principles, personal and programs in the department.

Batavia Public Library will go fine-free for most items on July 1, ending fines for overdue books, videos, music, video games and more.

The updated guide and website showcase Aurora, Batavia, Big Rock, Hinckley, Montgomery, North Aurora, Oswego, Plano, Sugar Grove and Yorkville.

The Kane County Fair will have music, rides, food, games and more for attendees to enjoy with friends and family.