Author: Fox Valley Magazine

Kanecountyconnects.com Representatives of the Kane County Board will host several public meetings to present educational information regarding the proposed Special County Retailer’s Occupation Tax Referendum. In September 2024, the Kane County Board approved placing this measure on the April 1, 2025, election ballot to ask voters whether or not to establish a 0.75% sales tax dedicated exclusively to funding essential public safety services. Those services include the Sheriff’s Office, State’s Attorney, Public Defender, Coroner, Circuit Clerk, KaneComm 911, Public Health, and the Office of Emergency Management. The proposed sales tax would add 75 cents per $100 spent on applicable retail purchases in…

Featured selections of Craft Beers created by local Fox Valley area brewing companies. 30 WestIntroducing 30 West – Two Brothers newest addition! Take a trip 30 minutes outside of Chicago and experience where West coast style meets Midwest attitude with the bold 30 West – a West Coast Style India Pale Ale. Packed with punchy piney hops and bright citrus flavors, this crisp, daring brew captures the true essence of a West Coast IPA with a Midwestern edge. Cheers! Available on draft and in 12 oz cans. 6.5% ABV. Two Brothers Brewing30W315 Calumet Ave.Warrenville, IL 60555 Raspberry Romantic Barrel- Aged…

Santo Cielo (Spanish translation “Good Heavens”) is a Modern Latin restaurant that redefines the dining experience by blending the rich traditions of Latin American cuisine with contemporary culinary techniques. Rooted in the vibrant flavors and diverse cultures of the region, Santo Cielo’s menu is a creative journey that pays homage to time-honored recipes while embracing innovation. Each dish is crafted using the freshest ingredients, locally sourced where possible, and transformed with modern twists. Seasonal ingredients play a key role in shaping the menu, ensuring every visit brings something fresh and exciting to the table. The curated cocktail program is equally…

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…