November Events

All - Star 16th Anniversary Season
The Center For Performing Arts Governors State University
2010 - 2011 Season
University Park, IL

The Center announces it's all -star 16th anniversary season with 2010-2011 subscriptions on sale now! Highlights of the season include theater, dance, music, drama, comedy, concerts, animals, children's theater and much more! Go to their web site listed below to see the entire season line up and to become a subscriber. Save up to 20% and receive added benefits by subscribing to four or more shows. Subscribe now to save and get the best seats in the house!

For more information: www.centertickets.net


Garfield Farm Museum's Special Events
November and December, 2010
St. Charles , IL

The Garfield Farm Museum and Inn is nestled in near St. Charles, Geneva and Elburn. This 1840's living history farm presents special events all year long for your enjoyment and learning experiences. For reservations and an extensive list of upcoming events please see their web site listed below.

For more information: www.garfieldfarm.org


Blues and Bluegrass
Third Friday of Every Month
7:00 p.m.
Franklin Grove , IL

Come and enjoy an evening of music in the H.I. Lincoln Building. Just listen or participate in the Open Stage venue. Acoustic music, gospel, folk, country, blues, bluegrass, etc. Free admission, donations accepted.

For more information: www.franklingroveil.org


First Fridays Art Walk - All Year Long
First Friday of Every Month
Downtown Art Galleries - Geneva, IL

The First Friday Gallery Walk is a self-guided art walk and reception to showcase the Art Galleries of Geneva. Participating galleries stay open "late til 8" the first Friday of every month. All of the galleries are within walking distance of each other. A Gallery Directory is available at the Geneva Chamber of Commerce.

For more information: www.artgalleriesgeneva.com

Scrooge the Musical

November 19-December 23,2011

111 West Main Street

St. Charles, IL

The entire family will love this musical version of Scrooge, adapted from the 1970 movie that win Academy Awards for best Musical Score and Song.

For more information visit www.steelbeamtheatre.com

Glidden Homestead Antique Toy & Doll Show

November 20,2011

921 West Lincoln Highway

Dekalb, IL

Glibben Homestead's Annual Holiday Open House & Antique toy and doll show, with entertainment Noon-4pm.

For more information visit www.gliddenhomestead.org

Kuipers Family Farm
November & December 2010
Maple Park, IL

This 230 acre entertainment farm is dedicated to the holidays! Starting the day after Thanksgiving you may choose and cut you own Christmas tree or select a fresh pre-cut tree, fresh roping or handmade wreaths. Be sure to visit the gift shop and bakery for specialty homemade foods and great gift ideas. Visit their web site listed below for exact dates, events and coupons.
For more information: www.kuipersfamilyfarm.com

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

November 2-20, 2011

23 East Galena Blvd,

Aurora, IL

Musical theater on a magnanimous scale. Nominated for eight Tony Awards, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolored Dreamcoat paints a stirring portrait of Joseph, the favorite son.

For more information visit www.paramountaurora.com

The Real Thing
November 3-14, 2010 8:00 p.m. except 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Sunday
Illinois Theatre Center, 371 Artists Walk, Park Forest

Tony Award winning comedy by the writer of the Academy Award film"Shakespeare in Love".

Call 708-481-3510 or visit www.ilthctr.org for more information.


Ailey II Dance Company
November 6, 2010 8:00 p.m.
One University Parkway, University Park

Ailey II is a company that merges the dancers' spirit and energy with the passion and creative vision of today's most outstanding emerging choreographers.

Call 708-235-2222 or visit www.centertickets.net for more information.


Drumline Live
November 12, 2010 7:00 p.m.
One University Parkway, University Park

Featuring a large cast of performers from America's historically black colleges and universities, DrumLine persents sounds of the great brass from the past and present.

Call 708-235-2222 or visit www.centertickets.net for more information.


Mothers Club of Geneva Holiday Arts and Crafts Show
November 13, 2010
Geneva High School, Geneva

Annual Holiday Arts and Crafts Show will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Visit www.mothersclubofgeneva.com for more information.


Christmas in the Country
November 13-14, 2010 Sat. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sun. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
3 locations in Sandwich

Two days of arts and crafts, instant door drawings and lunch.

Call 630-466-4546 for more information.


NIU Steel Band Concert
November 14, 2010 3:00 p.m.
NIU Bourtell Memorial Concert Hall, 300 Lucinda Avenue, DeKalb

The internationally acclaimed NIU Steel Band directed by Cliff Alexis and Liam Teague dazzle and delight audiences of all ages. Their unique melodies will transport you to the beauty of the islands with their uplifting performance. The performance starts at 3:00pm. Admission is free.

Call 815-753-1546 or visit www.niu.edu/music/ for more information.

Huskie Football vs Ball State

November 15, 2011

Huskie Stadium at NIU

Dekalb, IL

Kickoff starts at 7:00pm.

Holiday House Walk
November 17-18, 2010 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Various locations, Byron

4 homes and a restaurant open for viewing, Tickets $10 in advance and $12 at the door.

Call the Byron Chamber for more information at 815-234-5500 or visit www.byronchamber.org


Miracle on 2nd Street
November 19, 2010 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Various locations, Byron

FREE event in downtown Byron.

Call the Byron Chamber for more information at 815-234-5500 or visit www.byronchamber.org

Glidden Homestead Antique Toy and Doll Show

November 20, 2011

Dekalb, IL

For more information visit www.gliddenhomestead.org

Huskie football vs Eastern Michigan

November 25, 2011

Huskie Stadium at NIU

Dekalb, IL

The Flying Karamazov Brothers

November 26, 2011

23 East Galena Blvd

Aurora, IL

For more than 35 years, The Flyingt Karamazov Brothers have brought their signature brand of physical humor and entertainment to theatres around the globe.

For more information visit www.paramountaurora.com

Holiday Homecoming & Electric Christmas Parade
November 26-27, 2010
Downtown St. Charles

Celebrate the holidays during this free, fun-filled festive weekend. Enjoy the traditional Lighting of the Lights ceremony, holiday movie, family concert, strolling carolers, sleigh rides, visits with Santa, and a spectacular, fully illuminated, night-time Christmas Parade! Presented by the Downtown St. Charles Partnership.

Call 630-513-5386 or visit www.stcholidayhomecoming.com for more information.


You're a Good Man Charlie Brown
November 26-28 and December 3-5, 2010
Byron Civic Theatre, 620 Colfax, Byron

A program note says that the time of the action is “an average day in the life of Charlie Brown.” It really is just that, a day made up of little moments picked from all the days of Charlie Brown, from Valentine’s Day to the baseball season, from wild optimism to utter despair, all mixed in with the lives of his friends.

Call 815-312-3000 or visit www.bctmagic.com for more information.


Aurora Festival of Lights
November 26 to December 26, 2010
Phillips Park, 1000 Ray Moses Drive, Aurora

This free Festival of Lights is a Spectacular drive-thru holiday light display sponsored by the Aurora Noon Rotary Club and the City of Aurora. Mon.–Thurs. 5 p.m.–9 p.m,. Fri.–Sun. 5 p.m.-10 p.m.

Visit www.aurorafestivaloflights.com for more information.


Candlelight Christmas
November 27, 2010
Downtown Plainfield

Come to historic downtown Plainfield for a day of holiday events. Spend the day shopping and dining, then in the evening take a carriage ride, see a special performance by Plymouth Second Congregational Church, eat roasted chestnuts and be sure to get a photo with Santa Claus!

For more information: www.mainstreetplainfield.org

Celebration of Lights Festival

November 27, 2011

Houston Street and Island Avenue

Batavia, IL

Start the holiday season off right at the Celebration of Lights Festival, a family-oriented event featuring a myraid of sparkling lights, festive decorations and a visit from Santa.

For more information www.bataviapark.org

Christmas on the Fox
November 27-28, 2010
Kane County Fairgrounds, Between Route 38 and Route 64, St. Charles

10AM-5PM Saturday; 10am-4pm Sunday. Admission $2.00. The show will be held at the Kane County Fairgrounds' new Expo building on Randall Rd. between Rt. 38 and Rt. 64. The show is juried and will have over 90 artists and crafts people participating. There will be lunch available as well as gourmet coffee and pastries.

Call 815-772-3279 or visit www.artoftheheartlandinc.com for more information.



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