Author: Fox Valley Magazine

Get your Valentine on early with world-renowned “one-man cello orchestra” Ian Maksin at a special performance in the intimate setting of the Moonlight Theatre in St. Charles. Showtime is 7pm. Maksin will serenade you with a unique selection of love songs from around the globe, taking you on a musical journey to some of the world’s most romantic destinations—Paris, Rome, Barcelona, Anatolia, and beyond. Many of the songs will be prepared by Maksin specially for this concert, complementing his vast repertoire of over 300 songs in languages like Spanish, French, Italian, Arabic, Armenian, Farsi, Polish, Ukrainian, Kyrgyz, and more. Don’t…

Don’t miss this year’s Galentine’s event at Trend + Relic in St. Charles on Friday, February 7. Catch a live charcuterie demo from Campbell Creations. Munch on some crazy yummy cookies from Cookies By OO’s and grab some to take home from her cookie pop up. Treat yourself to gorgeous plants and florals from Sherri Goodlove and The Prop Bar and pick up some of the best cosmetics and skin care from the Chanla Chau Cosmetics pop up. Finally, make some memories in the Photo Booth with your best gals. The evening runs from 6pm-9pm at Trend + Relic, 1501…

Must try appetizers, entrees, desserts or cocktails available at local Fox Valley restaurants. Sausage & Fennel Neapolitan PizzaChe Figata’s Sausage & Fennel Neapolitan Pizza is among a selection of Neopolitan pizzas introduced with the restaurants 2025 menu update. Its handcrafted pizza dough is stretched thin and topped with Italian sausage, mozzarella, fennel and thinly sliced red onion before being baked in true Neapolitan style for 60-90 seconds at 900 degrees in our brick, wood-burning oven, resulting in a perfectly browned, crispy crust. Topped with a drizzle of truffled mascarpone creme to melt into the pie and a dusting of fresh…

Kanecountyconnects.com The Kane County Health Department (KCHD) is collaborating with Advocate Health Care and Rush Copley Medical Center to expand access to naloxone, a lifesaving medication that reverses opioid overdoses. As part of this initiative, a naloxone dispenser has been installed in the emergency department at Advocate Sherman Hospital, 1425 North Randall Road, Elgin, and Rush Copley Medical Center, 2000 Ogden Avenue, Aurora, enabling community members to access naloxone for free and anonymously. This effort underscores KCHD’s commitment to addressing the opioid crisis in Kane County by equipping individuals with the tools needed to prevent overdoses and save lives. The…

The Venue in Aurora will present An American Prayer Doors Tribute on Friday, January 31. Doors open at 7pm and the show starts at 8pm. An American Prayer is the premier Doors tribute band in the United States offering a high energy Doors experience that captures the dynamics of Jim Morrison and the Doors in their prime. The band was formed to pay a respectful and authentic tribute to the music of The Doors. The show features a faithful mix of original instruments and hauntingly spirited musicianship. An American Prayer takes new generations of music lovers and Doors fans on a time machine back…

Kanecountyconnects.com The Kane County Sheriff’s Office is issuing a warning about a phone scam targeting residents in the county. Known as the “Jury Duty Scam,” this scheme begins with a phone call from someone falsely claiming to represent the Sheriff’s Office or a Kane County Court official. Scammers inform victims that they missed jury duty, even though no jury duty notice was ever received. They may claim there is a warrant out for the victim’s arrest and insist that the only way to avoid jail is by paying a fine. If the victim refuses, the scammers might escalate by making threats…

Uncorked Wine Festivals is coming back to Chicago at a fun new Venue. Uncorked Wine Festivals is a traveling festival that brings the complete experience to wine lovers across the country. Unlike most wine events, Uncorked is focused on putting the fun into wine sampling events. Whether someone is an avid wine aficionado or a casual enthusiast, they will find something they love at an Uncorked event. This Spring, they are coming back to Chicago for the 5th annual event, and this time it’s at a fun new venue. On Saturday, March 8th, the fun begins at the at The…

Come experience the music of southern rock legends Lynyrd Skynyrd and The Allman Brothers Band through tribute bands Freebyrd and Midnight Rider on Friday, January 31, at the Arcada Theatre in St. Charles. Doors open at 6:30pm. Show starts at 8:00pm. Freebyrd performs all of the songs you know and love from Lynyrd Skynyrd. Each musician draws on their influences in the Southern Rock genre from bands like The Allman Brothers, The Outlaws, and Molly Hatchet. The band recreates the intensity, power, and spirit of Lynyrd Skynyrd with hits including “Sweet Home Alabama”, “Simple Man”, “That Smell”, “What’s Your Name”…

Whether you’re new to venturing out in the cold snowy months, or a seasoned pro, join Forest Preserve District’s “Snowshoe Adventure” program on Sunday, February 2, to give you the skills you need to be comfortable snowshoeing. After mastering skills like stride length, heel-toe step, and climbing over obstacles, hit the trail for a naturalist-guided hike through the winter wonderland. Snowshoeing is fun, easy, and the perfect way to explore Kane County forest preserves this winter. The program runs from 9:30am to 11am. The fee is $25/person/program and is for ages 8 and above. Advance registration is required. To register,…

Red Oak Nature Center will host its annual Frosty Fest from 4:30pm – 7:30pm on Saturday, January 25, where participants are encouraged to experience winter after the excitement of the holidays have past. Two different self-guided trails will keep you busy and your senses engaged. One, a storybook hike where you can read a story with a frosty theme or follow our illuminated snowflake trail before you finish with a hot cup of cocoa and warming up at the campfire to roast a marshmallow or two. Don’t forget to find Frosty himself and take a photo before he melts away! …