Author: Fox Valley Magazine

Downtown Oswego will be hosting its first ever Cowboy Crawl on Saturday, May 17. The fun begins at 10:30am at Nash Vegas Saloon with mimosas, breakfast, and bloodys and a country DJ. The day promises an unforgettable experience of cowboy-themed fun, live music, and great company. Enjoy country tunes and line dancing at participating venues, explore unique shops and restaurants offering special deals, and don your best cowboy attire for a chance to win prizes. With no cover charge, it’s free to join in on the fun. Come ready to kick up your heels and make some unforgettable memories in…

Spring is here and that means it’s time to break out the gardening gloves and get into your gardening era! Countryside Flower Shop, Nursery, and Garden Center is excited to help customers build their dream garden this year – they have you covered on all your gardening needs, from homegrown plants to fun garden decorations. Countryside’s Elburn facility is a gorgeous state-of-the-art Dutch glass greenhouse that is sure to provide customers with an enjoyable experience. All plants are grown with care and love by the team! Along with their talented florists who create beautiful bouquets and arrangements for any occasion,…

Bowes Creek Country ClubOne of the highlights of the Bowes Creek Country Club lifestyle is certainly the outstanding golf course and clubhouse. Created by Jacobson Golf Course Design to be enjoyable for all levels of golfers, the 18-hole golf course ranges from 6,900 yards from the professional tees to 5,000 from the junior tees. Five sets of tees accommodate every level of golfer. Along with the golf course, Jacobson has designed a full practice area complete with an elevated 30-station driving range with target greens at varying distances, putting and chipping greens, and a private lesson tee. Instead of standard…

Wine selections available at local wine stores and wineries in the Fox Valley area. Sangria Season is Here!With the sun shining and summer in the air, we’re excited to feature our three refreshing Sangria Fruit Wines—crafted to bring a little fun and flavor to your glass. Our Cherry Sangria is bursting with juicy red cherries and tart pomegranate, balanced by soft floral notes of cherry blossom for a smooth, bright finish. The Orange Sangria is a customer favorite. It captures the bold character of Seville oranges with just the right touch of sweetness. The slight bitterness of the orange blends…

Fairies, spells, love and laughter await as BrightSide Theatre in Naperville presents William Shakespeare’s classic A Midsummer Night’s Dream this weekend. Join the magical journey where love potions, mischievous fairies, and star-crossed lovers collide in a whirlwind of hilarity and romance in this timeless comedy.  From the antics of four young lovers, to Bottom and his bumbling actors, to the ethereal beauty of Titania and Oberon’s fairy kingdom, and a mischievous sprite name Puck, let your imagination run wild.  Showtimes are 7:30pm on Friday and Saturday, and 2pm on Sunday. Tickets start at $35 and can be purchased here. BrightSide…

The Eagles tribute show “Heartache Tonight” will play The Venue in Aurora on Saturday, May 10, beginning at 8pm (doors at 7pm). From the powerful guitar duel in Hotel California to the shimmering harmonies of Peaceful Easy Feeling a “Heartache Tonight” show is a true Eagles concert experience featuring all the timeless classic songs from one of the greatest rock bands of all time. With meticulous attention to every detail, “Heartache Tonight” brings together music from all eras and incarnations of this huge American rock powerhouse that produced hits over four decades. A “Heartache Tonight” concert is filled with moments designed to thrill classic…

Pottawatomie Golf Course is the most beautiful course in the Fox Valley area offering scenic views with lush landscapes. Originally designed in 1939 by the pioneer of golf course architecture, Robert Trent Jones, Sr., who capitalized on the course’s location along the banks of the Fox River, it is here you will find his first island green design on hole 3. As the only 9-hole regulation public golf course in the Tri-City area, Pottawatomie is a quality course that provides golfing opportunities for all ages and abilities at an affordable price. The course’s Golf Pro is Ron Skubisz, who has…

To keep the layout up to modern standards, the Bartlett Hills Golf Club has undergone many changes over the years but it still has the same classic character. At 6,482 yards from the back tees, it still provides a fair test. The golf course demands smart play and accurate shot placement thanks to narrow, tree-lined fairways and several tricky doglegs. As for the greens, you will face nearly 24 strategically placed bunkers and water hazards come into play on seven holes, which include some forced carries. Over the years, Bartlett Hills Golf Course has seen several renovations aimed at preserving…

Must try appetizers, entrees, desserts or cocktails available at local Fox Valley restaurants. Bucatini CarbonaraHouse-made bucatini, tossed in rendered guanciale and emulsified with Parmigiano Reggiano to form a rich, savory sauce. Garnished with preserved lemon, finely cut chives, crispy prosciutto, and shaved pecorino, a raw egg yolk is nestled atop and finished with freshly ground black pepper. Served warm, guests are encouraged to mix the yolk into the pasta tableside. Che Figata2155 CityGate Lane, Suite 103Naperville, IL 60563630-579-3210 Wagyu Beef TartareThe Greggory’s decadent Wagyu beef tartare is elevated with rich bone marrow and a smoked egg yolk. Served with grilled…