Author: Fox Valley Magazine

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…

Note: This is the latest in a weekly series from Anderson Humane spotlighting wonderful animals currently looking for a “forever home.” We encourage you to support Anderson Humane and it’s tireless efforts to care for our animal friends and place them in loving homes. For more information please visit https://ahconnects.org/. JULIET Meet Juliet! This sweet, food-loving girl is ready to find her forever home, where she can enjoy her favorite things—delicious treats, long walks, and plenty of enrichment games. Juliet is highly food motivated, so she’ll thrive with interactive puzzles, slow feeders, and snuffle mats that engage her sharp mind and satisfy…

The City of Aurora’s Youth Services Division will honor National Physical Fitness and Sports month by hosting the 31st Annual Sports Festival on Friday, May 9 from 9am to 2pm at Phillips Park, located at 828 Montgomery Road in Aurora. The time-honored Festival, which features over 1,200 student-athletes competing in various events including basketball, soccer, softball, bowling, skating, chess, checkers, cornhole, volleyball, golf, and tennis, will host 14 different middle schools from Aurora all vying for the coveted “Al Miller Cup.” “For 31 years, the Aurora Sports Festival has made its mark as a day of friendly competition between all…

Featured selections of Craft Beers created by local Fox Valley area brewing companies. Fuzzy SmackFuzzy Smack is the ultimate summer crusher—bursting with bright, juicy peach and just the right amount of tangy tartness to keep things crisp and refreshing. Light, lively, and packed with flavor, it’s the kind of beer that tastes like sunshine in a glass and pairs perfectly with patios, pool days, and good vibes all season long. Available at the Noon Whistle Brewing Lombard Brewpub and Naperville Tasting Room. Noon Whistle Brewing1748 W. Jefferson Ave, Naperville, IL 60540800 E. Roosevelt Rd, Lombard, IL 60148 Lunchbox Tactics4.7% ABV…