Author: Fox Valley Magazine

Janus Theatre Company closes its 27th season with William Shakespeare’s compelling drama “The Merchant of Venice” now through Sunday, November 9 at the Elgin Art Showcase in Elgin. This version of The Merchant of Venice is a streamlined production running 90 minutes with no intermission. Director Sean Hargadon and company reimagine Shakespeare’s comic-drama through a modern lens that question our own prejudices today. Featuring Susan P. Anderson as Shylock. Running Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm, and Sundays at 2pm. Tickets start at and can be purchased here. The Merchant of Venice is produced, adapted and directed by Sean Hargadon, stage-managed…

Actor, writer and comedian Tom Arnold will perform at The Comedy Vault in downtown Batavia on Sunday, October 26, at 7:30pm. Doors open at 6:30pm. Arnold’s career in movies, TV and comedy spans 40 years. He has appeared on the Jimmy Kimmel Show, Howard Stern, Saturday Night Live, and was a co-host on “The Best Damn Sports Show Period.” In addition to his numerous television appearances, he has been in over 150 films. He is best known for his roles on Roseanne, Austin Powers, Soul Plane, and True Lies. He also hosted his own show on Vice called “Hunt For…

Join over 5,000 ghouls at Batavia’s Halloween family event, BatFest, this Saturday from 10am to 2pm in downtown Batavia!  This event includes downtown trick-or-treating, music & dance performances, costume contests for humans and pets, activities by local businesses and a community parade. BatFest Schedule of Events

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We’re entering that time of year when friends, family, colleagues, all sorts of people gather together to celebrate the season and the year coming to a close. Fox Valley residents have an embarrassment of riches when considering the right venue for the occasion. At Geneva Winery, our venue locations provide the perfect blend of charm, elegance, and flexibility for any occasion. BataviaIn Batavia, guests can host intimate gatherings in the Private Meeting Room, celebrate in the River View Room overlooking the Fox River, or enjoy the open-air beauty of the River Walk with space for up to 150 guests. Each…

Wine selections available at local wine stores and wineries in the Fox Valley area. Dionysus Cabernet Sauvignon$38.95 / 750ml bottle. Crafted with devotion, our Dionysus Cabernet Sauvignon is a harmonious blend of medium tannins and rich, deep flavors. The journey of its creation begins with a cold soak, extracting the vibrant essence of cherry and plum, elegantly intertwined with sophisticated hints of dark chocolate. This meticulous process is followed by aging in French Oak barrels, which imparts a nuanced medium oak character, complementing the wine’s medium-full body, medium-high tannins, and medium acidity to perfection. Geneva Winery2N100 Brundige Rd., Elburn, IL…

The Elgin Symphony Orchestra (ESO) and The Hemmens Cultural Center will jointly celebrate the Day of the Dead, Día de los Muertos, at a concert and community celebration on Thursday, October 30, at the Hemmens Cultural Center.  Pre-concert activities, including free facepainting and crafts, lobby entertainment, and food-for-purchase begin at 5:30pm. A Pre-Concert Talk about the history of Día de los Muertos will be held at 6:30pm. The concert, featuring the ESO and vocalist José Carlos Díaz performing special arrangements of popular boleros including “Sabor a mi” and “La Llorona” and a performance by the BFH dance ensemble, begins at 7:30pm. The performance…

The Dark History of the 5 Points BarnStanding for over a century, the old barn that is now 5 Points has been a staple landmark in of the area’s history. Its weathered boards hide secrets that have long been whispered by locals over many generations. While much of its past remains shrouded in mystery, fragments of its story have emerged over the years, painting a picture that’s as fascinating as it is chilling. The Early YearsBuilt in the late 1800s, the barn was originally part of a prosperous farm owned by the Hawthorne family. The Hawthornes were known for their…

The St. Charles Park District Gallery of Ghoulish Homes Tour returns in October. This fun competition is for St. Charles residents, each vying to be the best decorated home around. “We have been putting this event on for more than 20 years and we have a lot of families who participate year after year,” said Abigail Fleming, recreation supervisor with the park district. “You get to see the creativity shine through the displays that families in the competition put together.” Homes are best viewed from dusk to 10 p.m. Friday, October 17 through Friday, October 31. Judging will take place…

1980’s metal band Quiet Riot will be appearing at the Arcada Theatre in St. Charles Saturday evening, October 18, at 8pm. Quiet Riot is a rock & roll phenomenon. Famously described as the first heavy metal band to top the pop chart at #1 on Billboard magazine, the Los Angeles quartet became an overnight sensation thanks to their monster 1983 smash album “Metal Health”. Quite Riot first signed a record deal with Pasha records in the dawn of the 80’s at a time when radio was dominated by the “new wave” sound. Their hard driving pop metal sound was deemed…