Author: Fox Valley Magazine

A man was shot and killed early this morning on Elgin’s west side. At 1:04 a.m., Elgin police officers responded to the 200 block of South Aldine Street for a reported shooting. Upon arriving, officers located an adult male subject with gunshot wounds. The victim was transported to an area hospital where he was later pronounced deceased. Preliminary information received is that this incident appears to be isolated with no threat to the community. Detectives from the Major Investigations Division are actively investigating the case and updates will be provided as they become available. Anyone having information that may assist…

It may very well be the longest July 4th celebration in Illinois, and perhaps the whole country. From Friday, June 30, to Tuesday, July 4th, Bartlett will hold its annual Bartlett July 4th Festival to celebrate the nation’s founding. The festival includes a carnival with rides and games, food, beverages, free entertainment, a parade, on-site presence for non profit groups, fireworks, and a great sense of community pride. There is no charge to enjoy the Bartlett Festival.  The festival, including bands and fireworks, is funded through the carnival, food, beverages purchases. (The Village of Bartlett, Police, and Park District provide financial…

Farmers Markets are a pillar of summertime in the Fox Valley. The variety, the, well, localness, the joy of meandering through an outdoor market on a warm summer’s day, it’s just a delight. And has been for over a century. So, here’s a run-down of the best of these markets here in the Fox Valley. Saturdays Batavia Farmers Market The Batavia Farmers’ Market is located at N River St. between Wilson & Spring Streets in Batavia. Hours are 8am – 12pm. Enjoy 50+ carefully curated vendors weekly to provide you with a wide array of options. The outdoor Farmers’ Market will…

A Yorkville man is dead after his vehicle struck a traffic signal early this morning in Yorkville. According to Yorkville police, at approximately 1:50 a.m. officers responded to the intersection of Route 47 and Route 71 for a report of a single vehicle car accident. Police found a 30-year-old man and applied life-saving techniques, after which he was transported to a nearby hospital. The man was subsequently pronounced deceased. The preliminary investigation suggests that a 2017 Honda sedan driven by the man left the roadway and struck a traffic signal. No further details have been made available. The victim’s name…

Naper Settlement in Naperville is presenting the beauty and perils of 19th-century clothing in the new exhibit, “Infrastructure: Creating 19th Century Clothing Then and Now,” which runs through November. “Infrastructure” features dozens of garments and accessories from the Naperville Heritage Society and Winnetka Historical Society’s collections. Visitors explore how 19th-century clothing was created and worn in the past, as well as the complexities of today’s recreations for the stage through a partnership with TimeLine Theatre Company. The exhibit is inspired by the fabric scrapbook of early Naperville resident, Hannah Ditzler Alspaugh. Beginning with the Civil War through her marriage in…

Swim, Relax, Repeat. Swanson Pool at Pottawatomie Park, a St. Charles Park District facility, features an activity pool, waterslides, drop slides, diving boards, a sand/water play area and a lily pad rope walk! Swimmers can also indulge in some favorite summer-time snacks at The Dive! Make a BIG Splash with a Pool Party Bash or Birthday Party! Want a private event? Book the entire facility or just a specific pool area: click here Guests are welcome to celebrate during regular season hours. Season Passes If you use the pool often, a season pass may result in substantial savings over paying…

Welcome to our latest edition of Fox Valley Magazine’s 4 FOR THE WEEKEND where we tell you: “Who’s Your Grandaddy???” So let’s get to it, starting with….. Who’s Your Grandaddy? Yes, it’s that time of year again. Time for the “Grandaddy” of Illinois festivals. That’s right, Swedish Days in Geneva. So here are a few Swedish facts for you to get you in the mood: Swedes are terrified of badgers Swedish students scream every night At a Swedish wedding, anyone can make a speech (oh dear) Don’t believe us? Well you can look it up….. Click here for more. Does…

Sundays in July offer four free nights of music along the beautiful Fox River courtesy of Geneva’s RiverPark Summer Concert Series. The concerts will be held at 6 p.m. on Sunday, July 2, 9, 16, and 23 at River Park, located at North River Lane and Peyton Street just north of State Street. The Illinois Brass Band opens the series July 2. Dedicated to bringing British-style brass music to audiences across the Midwest, the band is comprised of 30 volunteer musicians and is the most senior brass band in Illinois. The Wichita Lineman is a tribute to Glen Campbell with…

Billed as “the largest party of the year,” Old Republic Kitchen + Bar will be presenting it’s 4th annual “SmithStock” this Saturday and Sunday in Elgin. Named after owner Nick Smith’s history of (allegedly) throwing parties on his parent’s deck when they were away, SmithStock offers two evenings of outdoor music, food, drinks and fun in Old Republic’s open-air venue at 155 South Randall in Elgin. Beginning at 4pm on Saturday, the music of David Bowie will be celebrated by Spaceface, followed by Chicagoland classic rock band Anthem. On Sunday, ever-popular pop band 7th Heaven takes the stage at 2pm,…

The West Suburban Symphony will present the short opera Cavalleria Rusticana (Rustic Chivalry) this Sunday at 3:30pm at Wentz Concert Hall in Naperville. Cavalleria Rusticana, Pietro Mascagni’s 1890 opera, spins a dramatic tale of life in a Sicilian village, complete with love, war, infidelity, revelry, and a duel to the death. One of the first operas to depict the experiences of everyday people rather than royalty, gods, and goddesses, it has been wildly popular since its premiere. The West Suburban Symphony will perform this short opera in concert with orchestra, chorus, and four fabulous soloists: Russell Hoke as Alfio, Jennifer Kosharsky as Santuzza, Reuben Lillie as…