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Batavia United Way hosts holiday Adopt-A-Family
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In keeping with tradition, BUW will again partner with the community to provide Christmas to Batavia families in need. Last year, they recruited over 100 sponsors to provide gifts to 140 families. They expect the need to be just as great this year. BPS101 staff identify the families who are in need of help, and sponsors shop from wish lists completed by the family. BUW also partners with area clubs who provide supplemental items such as gift cards, groceries, Christmas stockings, and more. For information on sponsoring a family or other opportunities to make the season bright, visit bataviaunitedway.org/adopt-family.
Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley offers scholarships
Exciting news for high school students! Applications for the 2022 Scholarship Program will be available soon. Scholarships are available to local students who will attend an accredited postsecondary institution within the United States on a full-time basis.
The scholarship program consists of separate scholarship funds created by individual donors who establish specific criteria for the administration of their scholarships. Students only need to complete one universal application to be considered for multiple awards. This year alone, more than 300 area students received crucial college scholarships!
Applications are due in January, and students are encouraged to plan ahead as they will need to request letters of recommendation, complete essay questions, and more. For more information on the program, please visit cffrv.org/scholarship-program.
The Rotary Club of Batavia supports many
The club is a part of Rotary International with 1.2 million members worldwide. While the majority of the club’s support and service is local, the following seven areas of focus are supported by global grants from Rotary International: Peacebuilding and Conflict Prevention; Disease Prevention and Treatment; Water, Sanitation and Hygiene; Maternal and Child Health; Basic Education and Literacy; Community Economic Development; and Supporting the Environment. On the international stage, the Batavia club has supported the Hearten Haiti Project, ShelterBox, and End Polio Now. Visit the website, BataviaRotaryClub.org, for more information. Don’t forget to purchase Corvette raffle tickets at BataviaRotaryCharities.com. Meet your neighbors, make an impact, and Do Something Really Great!
The Batavia Masonic Lodge 404 has a long history of service
The first Masonic lodge in Batavia was chartered in October of 1849. Lodge 73 met Wednesday evenings preceding and succeeding the full moon so members could see to get home after dark. Many prominent citizens of Batavia belonged to Lodge 73. Disbanded in October 1859, Batavia Lodge 404 (the successor to lodge 73) was chartered in October of 1864 during the Civil War.
On Oct. 8, 1973, Batavia Lodge moved to its current one story lodge building at 28 Van Nortwick in Batavia. For further information on Batavia Lodge or to become a member email batavialodge404@gmail.com.
Lions take action!
During October and November, look for Lions doing service projects around town! Lions solicited donations for vision and hearing programs for the Lions Annual Candy Day collection on Oct. 9. On Oct. 13, Lions hosted a family BINGO night fundraiser for the Batavia High School Ecology Club’s Serenity Garden project at Pal Joey’s Restaurant. Nov. 18, Lions are hosting the 5th Annual Underwear Party for United Way’s AdoptA-Family Program at Bar Evolution. Plan to join them for this event. Event details can be found on their website. Help serve Batavia! Become a Lion/Donate: batavialionsclub.org.
Celebrate the season with fresh cut greens
Batavia Boy Scout Troop 12 will open their annual holiday Christmas tree sale Sun., Nov. 21 at 1pm. For over 60 years Batavia Troop 12 has been selling freshcut Christmas trees, wreaths and roping to support their scouting program. All proceeds stay local. Scouts will be on duty to assist customers with selection, baling and tying down trees. The tree lot is located on Rt. 15, adjacent to the Batavia Skate Park (411 S. River St.). Sales continue through Dec. 18 or until sold out. Hours are Mon.–Thurs. 5–8pm; Fri. 5–9pm; Sat. 9am–9pm; and Sun. 9am–8pm. Cash, checks or credit cards are welcome. For more information, visit bataviatroop12.org.
Sing in the holidays
Join the 10th annual “Sing-Along” performance of Handel’s Messiah (including the famous “Hallelujah Chorus”) at Marmion Abbey on Dec. 19 at 2pm. The program is sponsored by the Fox Valley Orchestra and Chorus. All are welcome whether you wish to sing along or just listen. The event features a full baroque orchestra and chorus members will mingle with the audience. Guest artists Erica Schuller, soprano; Eunice Ayodele, alto; Cornelius Johnson III, tenor; and Aaron Wardell, bass, will sing the solo portions. The chorus, orchestra, soloists and audience will be under the direction of Chorus Master Lisa Fredenburgh. Tickets are $10 when purchased online; $12 at the door. For those who need one, music scores will be available for purchase in the lobby. All proceeds benefit the many orchestra and chorus programs for the community. The Fox Valley Orchestra is a 501(c)(3) not for profit organization. For more information visit foxvalleyorchestra.org/messiah. Win a new Corvette
There’s still time to get your tickets for the Batavia Rotary Club’s 33rd Annual Corvette Raffle. Win either a 2022 Corvette Coupe 1LT or $50,000 in cash. There are also eight additional cash prizes of $500. The proceeds of the annual raffle benefit local charities and Rotary International Programs. The grand prize drawing is Nov. 20, held at The Wine Bar @ K. Hollis Jewelers. Tickets are $100 and available at BataviaRotaryCharities.com.
Candlelight Carols returns with world premier
The St. Charles Singers present their signature mix of Christmas favorites and lesser-known seasonal songs at its 2021 Candlelight Carols concerts, continuing a Yuletide tradition that began with the choir’s founding in 1984. The program is scheduled for Fri., Dec. 3, 7:30pm and Sun., Dec. 5, 3pm at Baker Memorial United Methodist Church, 307 Cedar Ave., St. Charles. An additional performance will be Sat., Dec. 4, 7:30pm at Fourth Presbyterian Church, 126 E. Chestnut St., Chicago. Among songs to be heard for the first time is a new work by multifaceted musician Scott Stevenson of Downers Grove. Tickets are $40 adults, $35 seniors 65 and older, and $10 students. Group discounts are available. For tickets and more information, visit stcharlessingers.com.
Mooseheart lights up for the holidays
The 12th Annual Holiday Lights display opens on Fri., Nov. 26 and runs through Dec. 31. The show is open from 5–9pm nightly. Holiday Lights at Mooseheart is one of Chicagoland’s largest light displays. The lighted route is approximately 1.8 miles and has more than 80 lighted displays to view. A suggested donation of $20 per car is requested, but visitors are encouraged to come, enjoy the show and give what they can. All proceeds benefit Mooseheart. mooseheart.org.
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Community organizations
100 Women Who Care Fox Valley ......... 100womenwhocarefoxvalley.org Alcoholics Anonymous .....................630-377-6610, aadistrict61.org Batavia 12 Step Club .......................................630-318-0323 Batavia American Legion Post 504 .....................bataviapost504.org Batavia Arts Council ............................... BataviaArtsCouncil.org BATV ....................................................... mybatv.com Batavia Boosters ..............................bataviabulldogboosters.org Batavia Chamber of Commerce .......................bataviachamber.org Batavia Foundation for Educational Excellence ..... bataviafoundation.org Batavia Historical Society ...................... bataviahistoricalsociety.org Batavia Interfaith Food Pantry ......................bataviafoodpantry.org Batavia Lions Club ...................................batavialionsclub.org Batavia MainStreet ................................ downtownbatavia.com Batavia Masonic Lodge .................... batavialodge404.blogspot.com Batavia Mothers’ Club ............................ bataviamothersclub.org Batavia Music Buffs ................................. bataviamusicbuffs.org Batavia Park District ..................................... bataviaparks.org Batavia Public Library ............................ bataviapubliclibrary.org Batavia Public Schools ........................................bps101.net Batavia RSVP ............................................. bataviarsvp.org Batavia Township .................................. bataviatownship.com Batavia United Way ................................ bataviaunitedway.org Batavia VFW .............................................. bataviavfw.org Batavia Woman’s Club ............................ bataviawomansclub.org Batavia Women in Business ............................... bataviawib.com Boy Scouts of America, Three Fires Council ............ threefirescouncil.org CASA Kane County ................................... casakanecounty.org CHIP IN Batavia ........................................ chipinbatavia.org Elderday Center ........................................elderdaycenter.org Fermilab (Public Affairs) ..........................................fnal.gov Fox Valley Hands of Hope. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . fvhh.net Fox Valley Special Rec Assoc ..................................... fvsra.org Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois ............................ .girlscoutsni.org Kane County Health Department ......................... kanehealth.com Kane County Veteran’s Assistance ...........................630-232-3550 Kiwanis Club ...............................................630-879-2281 League of Women Voters ...................................... lwvckc.org LivingWell Cancer Resource Center .......................livingwellcrc.org Lutheran Social Services ...........................................lssi.org Mutual GroundDomestic Violence Hotline 630-897-0080, mutualground.org Rotary Club of Batavia .............................. bataviarotaryclub.org St. Vincent de Paul Society ........ holycross-batavia.org/st-vincent-de-paul Tri City Family Services ............................ tricityfamilyservices.org Tri City Health Partnership ............................... tchpfreeclinic.org Valley Sheltered Workshop ................... valleyshelteredworkshop.org Water Street Studios ............................... waterstreetstudios.org Waubonsee Community College ......................... waubonsee.edu Zonta Club .............................................zontawest-sgb.org
Quick phone guide: Emergency Batavia ....... 911
City Hall .................. 630-454-2000 Police (Non-Emergency) . 630-454-2500 Fire (Non-Emergency) .... 630-454-2100 Chamber of Commerce ... 630-879-7134 Batavia Park District ....... 630-879-5235 School District 101 ........ 630-937-8800 Batavia Public Library ..... 630-879-1393 Batavia Township ......... 630-879-1392 MainStreet. ................630-761-3528
Utilities
J.U.L.I.E. ........... .811 or 800-892-0123 (call 48 hours before you dig) Water Utility ............. 630-454-2450 Electric Utility ............. 630-454-2350 NICOR GAS ............... 888-642-6748 Advanced Disposal ....... 630-587-8282 (garbage pick up)
Kane County
County Clerk .............. 630-232-5950 Sheriff (Non-Emergency) . 630-232-6840 Voter Registration ........ 630-232-5990 Kane County Forest Preserve ........................ 630-232-5980
Other
Aurora Secretary of State Facility ......................... 312-793-1010 U.S. Post Office (Batavia) .. 630-879-1483
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B A T A V I A N O V E M B E R 2021
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Batavia United Way Day of Caring
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Meat & Vegetarian Chili All month Library Online City Council 7:30pm City Hall
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Fire & Police Com. 4pm, Police Dept Community Check-in 6:30 pm Library online Committee of the Whole 7pm City Hall
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Plan Com. & Zoning Board 7pm City Hal
East Side Leaf Collection Nov. 1–Nov. 5
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Indoor Market 9am-12pm 160 First St.
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Historic Preservation Com. 5:30pm City Hall Bicycle Com. 7pm City Hall
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Community Check-in 6:30 pm Library online Committee of the Whole 7pm City Hall
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Environmental Com. 7pm City Hall
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Veterans Day
City offices closed
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Indoor Market 9am-12pm 160 First St.
West Side Leaf Collection Nov. 8–Nov. 12
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STEAM Lab-ina-Bag All day Library City Council 7:30pm City Hall
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Community Check-in 6:30 pm Library online Committee of the Whole 7pm City Hall
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Plan Com. & Zoning Board 7pm City Hall
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Indoor Market 9am-12pm 160 First St.
East Side Leaf Collection Nov. 15–Nov. 19 (weather permitting) 21 22 23 24 25 26
Historic Preservation Com. 5:30pm City Hal Committee of the Whole 7pm City Hall Take-Home Craft Kit All day Library
Happy Thanksgiving
City offices closed City offices closed
Small Business Saturday
Indoor Market 9am-12pm 160 First St.
Story Stroll 10 am, Library
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Community Check-in 6:30 pm Library online Committee of the Whole 7pm City Hall
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B A T A V I A D E C E M B E R 2021
Send us your event information!
newsroom@neighborsmagazines.com Deadline for the January/February 2022 issue is December 1, 2021
Please note: Some programs listed may require registration and/or fees. Please check with individual organizations.
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Uber-Cool Gingerbread Houses All month Library online Plan Com. & Zoning Board 7pm City Hall
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Indoor Market 9am-12pm 160 First St.
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Drop-in Craft 4 pm Library City Council 7:30pm City Hall
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Winterfest Art Market 10am-2pm Water Street Studios
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Historic Preservation Com. 5:30pm City Hall Bicycle Commission 7pm City Hall
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City Council 7:30pm City Hall
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Fire & Police Com. 4pm, Police Dept. Community Check-in 6:30 pm Library online Committee of the Whole 7pm, City Hall
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Drop-in Craft 10am, Library Community Check-in 6:30 pm Library online Committee of the Whole 7pm, City Hall
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Committee of the Whole 7pm City Hall
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Environmental Com. 7pm City Hal
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Winterfest Art Market 6-9pm Water Street Studios Indoor Market 9am-12pm 160 First St
Winterfest Art Market 10am-5pm Water Street Studios
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Plan Com.& Zoning Board 7pm City Hall
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STEAM Lab-ina-Bag All day Library
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Indoor Market 9am-12pm 160 First St
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Take-Home Craft Kit All day Library
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Merry Christmas
City Offices closed
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City offices closed Historic Preservation Com. 5:30pm City Hall
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Story Stroll 10 am Library Committee of the Whole 7pm City Hall
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