Author: Fox Valley Magazine

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/. Meet Dozer! At just 10 months old and 46 pounds, Dozer is a sweet baked potato with a heart as big as his zoomies! This handsome boy turns heads with his big, expressive ears and adorable face, but it’s his loving personality that truly steals the show. Dozer is a gentle,…

St. Sophia Church at 525 Church Road in Elgin (Rt. 31 and I-90) will present its annual summer “Greek Fest” the weekend of June 5th, 6th and 7th. The fest will be open on Friday and Saturday from 12 noon to 10pm. Sunday’s hours are 12 noon to 9pm. Thousands of people attend the festival each year – it is open to the public and admission is free. Guests will feast on authentic Greek delicacies such as Gyros, Grecian Chicken, Souvlaki, Pastitsio, Saganaki (the flaming cheese) and Greek Salad – all while enjoying ice cold refreshments including Greek Beer, Mediterranean…

The ever-popular Strawberry Festival returns this weekend at Windy Acres Farm in Geneva. Visit the farm stand market and pick up your delicious, freshly-picked local berries. A summer fruit favorite, strawberries are plentiful in the month of June. We all love them because they are nutritious, versatile and oh so tasty. Find one or more varieties in stock during your visit. Visit the Bakery for desserts made to order. Enjoy the famous US Strawberry Shortcake made with real strawberries, homemade strawberry compote, soft and fluffy shortbread and whip cream for every bite. Make sure to visit the chocolate strawberry cup…

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/. Meet Tuba — The Fun-Loving Goofball Ready to Be Your Best Friend!Tuba is a 63-pound Staffy mix sweetheart with a soft tan-and-white coat, dazzling blue eyes, and a personality that is larger than life. This handsome guy is equal parts affectionate companion, goofy entertainer, and eager student, all wrapped up in one wiggly…

The 19th annual Kite Fly, hosted by the Naperville Park District and presented by The Branch, will be held at Frontier Sports Complex, located at 3380 Cedar Glade Drive, on Sunday, June 7 from noon to 4:00pm. This free event gives families the opportunity to view ginormous, spectacular kites flown by professional kite enthusiasts from Chicago Kite. Attendees can also join in on the fun and fly their own kites. In addition to the kite-flying festivities, attendees can also enjoy a variety of live music performances. This year, Prairie Sky Quintet, Naperville Municipal Big Band’s Big Band Combo, and the Neuqua…

Featured selections of Craft Beers created by local Fox Valley area brewing companies. King BalatonCherry Wheat Ale – This beer is all about the cherries. Fermented with 90lbs of Balaton Cherries from Michigan, you can expect a showcase of the sweet and sour with the flavorful properties of this decadent fruit. While supplies last! Alter Brewing Company12 S. 1st StreetSt. Charles, IL 60174 BloomStyle: Table Beer w/ Rose Hips and Hibiscus. ABV: 4.2%. Introducing Bloom by Brother Chimp Brewing, a delightful Belgian-inspired table beer that combines the delicate flavors of rose hips, hibiscus, and a touch of honey malt. This…

Vino lovers, this event is for you. The Batavia Park District is hosting its annual “Batavia Uncorked” event this Saturday from 1pm-4pm at the Peg Bond Center at 151 North Island Avenue. Sample a wide variety of wines at this laid-back casual event. Enjoy a variety of unique wine along with food, live music and the relaxed ambiance of The Riverwalk. Tickets include entry to the event, three hours of wine tasting and a commemorative glass. Only 550 tickets will be sold. https://bataviaparks.org

The South Elgin Panton Mill Park Summer Concert Series continues this Wednesday with The Ron Burgundy’s taking the stage at Panton Mill Park. The Ron Burgundy’s set sail from the shores of Lake Michigan in the late 70s, bringing a tidal wave of Yacht Rock & Softcore Rock HITS to the Midwest. Listen to all the silky smooth sounds from Hall & Oates, Kenny Loggins, Fleetwood Mac, TOTO, Steely Dan and more. The fun begins at 6pm with concessions for purchase from The Curious Crow Food Truck & Sweetness Cookie Company (until 8PM). Concessions will be available for purchase from…

Our colleague over at the Justa Coupa Guys podcast, Ray Rogina, and his lovely wife Diane, recently took a trip to Charleston, South Carolina, an oft-overlooked gem of a city that reflects the gentle rhythms and grandeur of the mythic South. Here are a few sights from their trip. (All photo credits to Ray Rogina and Diane Cullen.)

Must try appetizers, entrees, desserts or cocktails available at local Fox Valley restaurants. Le Croissant BenedictA Large Warm Fresh Croissant Stuffed With Thinly Sliced Savory Bone Ham, Two Poached Farm Fresh Eggs, Sprinkled With Scallions, & Drizzled With Home Made Hollandaise Sauce. Choice Of Side. Sweet Berry Café720 N. McLean Blvd.South Elgin, IL 601771-224-238-3057 Chimichurri NachosNachos with black beans, tomatillo chimichurri sauce, pico de gallo, lettuce, sour cream, shredded cheese, Prairie Path cheese sauce $15.95 add chicken breast or ground beef $4 Two Brothers Roundhouse205 N. BroadwayAurora, IL 605051-630-264-2739 Nargisi Kofta ReimaginedA striking reinterpretation of the classic, this Nargisi Kofta…