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Water Street Studios special February exhibits For an eye-opening experience this winter, visit Water Street Studios for the opening of two new exhibits running Feb. 1–-March 7. First check out “The Ancient Greek Elements Through a 21st Century Lens.” This is an exploration of timeless elements featuring the work of Susan Aurinko’s capture of earth, Georgia Schwender’s compelling depiction of fire, and more. Follow that with “Barbara Eberhard: Behind the Prison Wall.” This is a photographic exhibit of the Old Joliet Prison giving viewers a look into the life inside that began back in 1858. A gallery opening reception will be hosted Feb. 14 at 6pm.
Taste the Coffee of Geneva The Geneva Chamber of Commerce brings back the Coffee Cup Crawl on
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Feb. 22 in Geneva from 10am-4pm. Fourteen businesses will be serving samples of coffee, special coffee creation and coffee with a kick for those 21 and older. Ticket holders will pick up their complimentary coffee cup and ticket at the Geneva Visitors Center, 10 S. 3rd St. on Feb. 22 between 9:30am–1pm.
Cheers and cheese to new trees The Geneva Park District Foundation and the city’s Natural Resources Committee host the Wine, Cheese & Trees fundraiser on Feb. 29 at the Geneva Park District’s Persinger Recreation Center from 7–10pm. Admission includes three wine pours or two craft beers, artisan cheeses, and appetizers from local merchants. The evening also features live music, a silent auction, drawings, a “wine wall” and live auction. This is a wonderful opportunity for a fun filled evening that will go towards helping
to plant more trees in the community.
Wear Green for mental health awareness Come out and support at NAMI KDK’s “Wearing of the Green for Health Awareness” dinner on March 12 at Riverside Receptions and Conference Center at 5:30pm. The evening features a delicious dinner, silent auction, cash bar along with an award presentation and live auction. Show your support for mental health awareness by wearing green. NAMI KDK is a non-for-profit organization whose mission is to provide mental health education, support, and advocacy for individuals, family members, and local communities.
Daughters and Dads have a fun dance night Make special memories together at the Geneva Park District’s and Just Dad N’ Me Dance on Feb. 16 from 5:30–7:30pm
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