Author: Fox Valley Magazine

The annual St. Charles Holiday Homecoming Weekend will return on Friday, November 24th and Saturday, November 25th in downtown St. Charles. The two-day event will feature a variety of free holiday activities for the community. The festivities begin on Friday, November 24th at 5pm at the 1st Street Plaza with the Lighting of the Lights Ceremony. Holiday carols will be sung by the St. Charles East and North High School Chorales, and participants can enjoy complimentary roasted nuts during the ceremony. On Saturday, November 25th at 10am, there will be a free showing of the movie “Home Alone” at the Arcada Theatre. The doors for…

The St. Charles Holiday Shop Crawl is taking place on Saturday, November 25th and Sunday, November 26th, and will coincide with the St. Charles Holiday Homecoming and Small Business Saturday. Throughout the weekend, shoppers can visit 19 participating businesses that are offering great deals, specials, and promotions in honor of the weekend. The 19 participating shops are as follows: Boutique Baby, Campbell Creations, Circa Vintage Gallery, Curious Fox Gift Shop, Dick Pond Athletics, Double Take Consignment, Hoarders Trading Post, House of Charlemagne, Industrial Treasures, Jeans and a Cute Top Shop, Magnolia Soap & Bath Co., MION Artisan Soap, Mr. Marco’s Jewelers,…

A 54-year-old Elgin man has been charged with child pornography involving pictures and videos of children under the age of 13 allegedly in his possession. Specifically, the man has been charged by Kane County State’s Attorney Jamie L. Mosser with the offenses of Child pornography – reproduce, victim younger than 13, Class X felony (6 counts); Child pornography – possess moving depiction, Class 2 felony (10 counts); Child pornography – possession, victim younger than 13, Class 2 felony (4 counts). Prosecutors allege that, prior to November 2, 2023, Janavich reproduced and possessed multiple child pornography videos and images. The investigation…

A 16-year-old boy is dead after his bicycle was struck by a pickup truck on Aurora’s east side Monday afternoon. At approximately 4:00pm, Aurora police responded to Montgomery Road and Ogden Avenue for an accident involving a pickup truch and a bicycle. The preliminary investigation showed the driver of a 2008 Ford F-450 was traveling westbound Ogden Avenue and entered the right turn lane to travel north on Montgomery Road. During the turn, the Ford collided with a 16-year-old male bicyclist who was crossing Montgomery Road. The 16-year-old was transported to a local hospital and was pronounced deceased a short…

A Cary woman has been found guilty of aggravated domiestic battery after kicking her mother in the face and breaking her orbital bone. Kane County State’s Attorney Jamie L. Mosser announced today that a jury has found 38-year-old Rebecca L. Wise guilty of the offenses of Aggravated domestic battery, great bodily harm – Class 2 felony (1 count) and Aggravated battery, victim 60 years or older – Class 3 felony (2 counts). On November 22, 2022, Wise entered her mother’s home and kicked her mother in the face, breaking her orbital bone. The victim was older than 60 at the…

Rookies Rochaus in West Dundee will have it all going on this weekend, from glam rock to Pink Floyd, with a little charity mixed in. On Friday night, legendary Chicago cover band Hairbangers Ball will perform, with special guest Brian Durbin opening up. Tickets start at $15 and doors open at 6:30pm. Brian Durbin and band start at 8:00pm with Hairbangers Ball hitting the stage at 9:15pm. On Saturday, if you’re looking for the most complete live Pink Floyd experience, playing note-perfect versions of your favorite Floyd tunes, In The Flesh, Echoes of Pink Floyd has it all – the…

The Wintrust Magnificent Mile Lights Festival in Chicago officially starts the holidays for the nation on Saturday, November 18. The 32nd annual festival and parade produced by The Magnificent Mile Association draws over one million visitors to watch Grand Marshals Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse and friends from Walt Disney World Resort lead a magical parade while illuminating one million lights on 200 trees adorning Michigan Avenue. The festival begins at Lights Festival Lane (401 N. Michigan Ave) on Saturday morning with free family-friendly activities and live music that continues throughout the day. The nation’s largest evening holiday parade steps off…

The holidays are a magical time in the city, especially with little ones in tow. There are so many fun things to do with kids in Chicago, and each one is an opportunity to make a lasting holiday memory. The whole family will be awed by the city’s massive Christmas tree, historic zoo covered in millions of lights, and whimsical holiday parade starring both Santa and Mickey Mouse. Here’s your bucket list of the best kid-friendly holiday activities and events in Chicago. The Magnificent Mile Lights Festival is a can’t-miss holiday occasion. The nation’s largest evening holiday celebration, the cherished annual…

Christmas revelers can begin their holiday season with a one-of-a-kind drive-thru experience at Santa’s Village in East Dundee. The Christmas dislay offers over 3 million lights synchronized to holiday music and dazzling displays, all from the comfort of your car. At the end of the route, visitors can park, visit Santa, enjoy the snowless tube slide, take family photos with numerous photo ops, and purchase delicious funnel cakes and hot chocolate while creating endless memories in the enchanted village. Online reservations are required. Tickets will not be available at the gate. Get tickets here. Santa’s Village is located at 601…

Fox Valley Ballet will present “The Fox Valley Nutcracker” on Saturday, November 25 and Sunday, November 26 at the Batavia Fine Arts Centre.  The production, in its ninth year, has been named “Top 10 must-see Nutcrackers in Illinois” by Pointe Magazine. With sold out shows every year, this beloved holiday classic features lavish sets, festive costumes, dazzling special effects, and timeless dancing set to Tchaikovsky’s original score. This year’s cast features Joffrey Ballet dancers Yumi Kanazawa, who played the role of Clara in the Joffrey Ballet’s Nutcracker last year, and Valentino Moneglia Zamora, who are performing the role of the…