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Welcome to Fall!

Fall is a great season for amazing weather, festivals, hay rides and of course, apples and pumpkins. We have scoured the Planit calendar, selecting something for every member of the family, including the fourlegged ones. This section is organized by Fun Filled Days, focused on family events and outdoor recreation and Cool Fall Evenings, listing out music, plays, and even camp-outs. Check out our online calendar, too; every day we add to it, from storytimes to fundraisers to art exhibits, all covering Kane County.

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So grab your calendars, whether that is your smartphone, iPad or even one hanging on the fridge and start planning! You won’t want to miss a thing!

Please note, we try to be as accurate as possible with our events but things are subject to change without notice. Check the listing and confirm before heading to an event.

Orchards, Pumpkin Patches, Corn Mazes and Farm Markets Through October - Kuipers Family Farm

Mondays-Saturdays 9am-6pm and Sundays 10am-6pm at 1N318 Watson Road in Maple Park

Enjoy apple picking, the pumpkin patch, corn maze, and lots more activities. For more information, please call (815) 827-5200 or visit www.kuipersfamilyfarm.com.

Through October - Dave’s Pumpkins Open daily, 7 AM to 9 PM at 9112 Algonquin Road in Huntley

Dave’s Pumpkins has been providing fresh, locally grown pumpkins and other fall vegetables and ornamentals to the local community for over 35 years. Visit Huntley’s original pumpkin stand, where all pumpkins are $5 each, any size, with free parking and no admission fees. For more information, please visit www.davespumpkins.com.

Through October - Fall Festival at Goebbert’s Pumpkin Patch

42W813 Reinking Road, Hampshire

Goebbert’s Pumpkin Patch has everything for fun fall activities. Kids will enjoy the petting farm with 30 different animals, giraffe barn, corn stalk maze, pumpkin eating Dino, pig racing, wagon rides, 3D Haunted Mine, munchkin maze, weekend magic show and more! There are all varieties of pumpkins, gourds and fall decorations for sale along with apple cider donuts. For more hours, admission rates and more information, please visit www. goebbertspumpkinpatch.com.

Through October 28th - Blackberry Farms Saturdays and Sundays 11am-5pm at 100 S. Barnes Rd. in Aurora

Celebrate the pumpkin season! Enjoy festive decorations, carousel, train and hay rides and visit the pumpkin patch. For more information, please visit www. foxvalleyparkdistrict.org.

Through October - Sonny Acres Farm

at 29W310 North Avenue in West Chicago

The farm has free admission, but requres tickets for

rides and activities. Check out the Petting Zoo, Spook Shed, Haunted Barn, Wagon Rides, and much more. For more information, please call 630-231-3859 or visit http:// sonnyacres.com.

Through October 28 - Pumpkin Daze

Saturdays 11am-10pm & Sundays 12pm-6pm at Abbey Farms, at 850 E. Butterfield Road in Aurora

Abbey Farms boasts one of the largest corn mazes in Kane County and has quickly become a favorite among visitors. Be sure to stick around into the evening hours on Saturdays for wood fires and our fun, non-haunted, evening flashlight corn maze. The location also features hayrides, family games, an adventure course, and more.

For more information, please call 630-897-7215x375 or visit www.abbeyfarms.org.

Through October 31 - St. Charles Farmers Market Fridays 7am-1pm at Baker Memorial United Methodist Church, at 307 Cedar Avenue in Saint Charles

The market carries certified organic and natural produce, fruit, meat, dairy products, flowers, honey and more. For more information, please call 630-584-6680 or visit www. bakermemorialchurch.org.

Through October 20 - Sugar Grove Farmers Market Saturdays 8am-1pm at the Sugar Grove Village Hall Parking Lot, at 10 Municipal Drive in Sugar Grove

Sugar Grove s market is of the French variety, operated by Bensidoun USA, and open rain or shine throughout the summer. For more information, please call 312-575-0286 or visit www.sugargrovechamber.org.

Through October 27 - Aurora Farmers Market

Saturdays 7:30am-12pm at Wilder Promenade, at 350 N. River Street in Aurora

Join their centennial year celebrations for weekly special events, special guest visitors, family activities, delectable fresh farm products and much more. For more information, please visit http://aurora-il.org.

Through October 31 - Geneva Green Market Thursdays 7am-1pm at 75 N. River Lane in Geneva

The Geneva Green Market offers food that is locally grown and minimally processed. All the farmers that will be selling their goods live within a 200-mile radius of Geneva. For more information, please call 847-501-0430 or visit www.genevagreenmarket.org.

Through October 22 - Batavia Farmers Market

Saturdays 8am-12pm on Water Street, between Wilson and First Streets

Now in its 17th year, the Batavia Farmers Market, which is put on by Batavia MainStreet, tries to enrich small-town community values, stimulate the local economy at a grass-roots level and educate those in the community of the value of wholesome, hand-crafted and nutritionally valuable food. The vendors grow, harvest or produce up to 75 percent of the market s products, which include produce, baked goods, artisan products, plants, honey, fiber and products derived of animals. For more information, please call 630-761-3528 or visit www. downtownbatavia.com.

Through October - Friday Concerts

Noon Fridays 12pm at Baker Memorial United Methodist Church, at 4th Avenue and Main Street in Saint Charles

Baker Memorial United Methodist Church in St. Charles is hosting a Friday Noon concert through October. This concert is in conjunction with the Farmers Market.

The musicians will range from high school students to professionals, with a variety of instruments, genres and styles. Admission is free but donations are greatly appreciated. Visit www.bakermemorialchurch.org for more information.

Aurora

July - October Friday Concerts

at Noon Fridays 12pm at Baker Memorial United Methodist Church, at 4th Avenue and Main Street in Saint Charles Baker Memorial United Methodist Church in St. Charles is hosting a Friday Noon concert through October. This concert is in conjunction with the Farmers Market. The musicians will range from high school students to professionals, with a variety of instruments, genres and styles. Admission is free but donations are greatly appreciated. Visit www. bakermemorialchurch.org for more information.

October 1-31 Pumpkin Fest at Cosley Zoo,

at 1356 North Gary Avenue in Wheaton

October 2 Doktor Kaboom

9:30am and 12pm at the Paramount Theatre, at 23 E. Galena Boulevard in

October 3 Painting Perfect Pumpkins

4:30pm at the Geneva Public Library, at 127 James Street in Geneva Join Sara Noori, Art Instructor and Director of Educational Programming at the Art Box in Geneva, for a painting class! We’ll paint pumpkins in three different art styles: pop art, impressionism and realism. To register or for more information, please call 630-232-0780 or visit www.geneva.lib.il.us.

9:00am - 9:00pm and Sunday, 9:00am 6:00pm in Downtown St. Charles For over 25 years, this award-winning festival has brought heartwarming memories to both children and adults, and is a tradition for thousands of families across the Midwest. The heart and soul of the festival is the Scarecrow Contest, which boasts 150+ hand-crafted scarecrows. Visitors view and vote for their favorite in six categories. Enjoy live entertainment, a huge arts and crafts show, carnival, and petting zoo and more. For more information, please visit www.scarecrowfest.com.

October 6 Friends of the Batavia Library Book Sale 9:15am-4pm at the Batavia Public Library, at 10 South Batavia Avenue in Batavia.

October 4

Stop in and discover a great new read! For more information, please call 630-879-1393 or visit www. bataviapubliclibrary.org.

Lawrence of Arabia

October 6-28

1pm at the Randall 15 IMAX, at 550 North Randall Road in Batavia Experience the epic Lawrence of Arabia on the silver screen in honor of its 50th Anniversary. The Randall 15 IMAX presents this classic one day only. For tickets or more information, please visit www.gqti.com/arabia. aspx.

October 5-7 Scarecrow Fest Friday and Saturday,

Windy Acres Pumpkin Fall Festival Opens TODAY - Saturday, Sept. 29th!

Fall Festival activities include: • Haunted House • Children’s Zoo • Inflatable Obstacle Course • 35 Foot Inflatable Slide • Corn Maze • Windy Acres Funland featuring Hayslide, Giant Hay Stack, Pedal Tractors, Straw Tunnel Bring your family out for a Fun filled day at the Farm.

Enjoy a HOT APPLE CIDER donut made fresh daily in our new bakery along with a cup of refreshing Apple Cider!!

Also check out our Fresh Made Apple Butter and Pumpkin Butter •1,000’s of Pumpkins Come pick your own in our fields!

• Hardy Fall Mums • Decorative Fall Gourds

37W446 Fabyan Pkwy. • Geneva, IL 60134

630.232.6429

Family Grown Since 1986!!

Always Fresh & Local!

Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9am-6:30pm, Sat.-Sun. 9am-6:30pm

www.windyacresfarmstand.com

Pumpkin Weekends

Saturdays and Sundays 11am-5pm at Blackberry Farm, at 100 S. Barnes Road in Aurora Celebrate the pumpkin season! Enjoy festive decorations, carousel, train and hay rides and visit the pumpkin patch. For more information, please visit www.foxvalleyparkdistrict.org.

October 6 Pumpkin Patch and Fall Festival 361 S. LaFox Street in South Elgin

Enjoy lots of family fun events, such as the pumpkin plunge, petting zoo, and more! For more information, please visit www.southelgin.com.

October 6 Pumpkin Decoupage

10am at the Geneva Public Library, at 127 James Street in Geneva Mod podge your own awesome pumpkin to take home!

Cider and treats will be served. To register or for more information, please call 630-232-0780 or visit www. geneva.lib.il.us.

October 6 Pumpkin Festival

10am-3pm at Randall Oaks Barnyard Zoo, at 1180 N. Randall Road in West Dundee Enjoy hayrides, crafts to make and animal enrichment activities. All activities are included with Zoo admission, with the exception of the hayride, which is $3 per person. For more information, please visit www.dtpd. org.

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Breathe in the crisp fall air as you enter the zoo through a cornstalk lined path, hear the crunch of the leaves underneath your feet, listen to the squeals of excitement from the children conquering the straw pyramid or finding their way through the corn stalk tunnel, and take in the thousands of pumpkins scattered on the zoo’s lawn. Apples, gourds, pumpkins, cider, cornstalks, and various sizes of straw bales are available to purchase. For more information, please call 630-665-5534 or visit www.cosleyzoo.org.

Don’t let the wild hair, colorful lab coat and goggles fool you. It’s all a part of Doktor Kaboom’s mission to get kids interested in science. This 60-minute show is packed with wild experiments, student participation and fun lessons that will have your child or student begging for more. Appropriate for all ages. Tickets are $8.50. For more information, please call (630) 896-6666 or visit paramountaurora.com.

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Fun Filled Days - Festivals, family events, 5Ks and more

Fun Filled Days - Festivals, family events, 5Ks and more October 6 2012 Harvest Hustle

9am-1pm at Municipal Annex at 1 West State Street in South Elgin Take part in the Harvest Hustle! The event features either a 7k Run or a 2 mile walk. To register or for more information, please call 847-622-0003 or visit www. southelgin.com.

October 6 Fall Festival

9am-3pm at River and Mill Street in Downtown Montgomery The event kicks off with the 9th Annual Montgomery 5k River Run and 3k Walk, and moves on with family-friendly fall activities such as crafts, art, and game stations. For more information, please visit www. ci.montgomery.il.us.

October 6 NAMI 5k Run

9am on Fox River Trail in Batavia The Nami 5k is a benefit for the local chapter of NAMI, a nonprofit, grassroots, self-help, support and advocacy organization of consumers, families, and friends of people with severe mental illnesses. To register or for more information, please visit www.nami5k.com.

October 9

Take a tour featuring a fall color tour of the gardens via hay wagon. This tour will be given by Todd Henderson and Chris Roberts, Cantigny’s Forester and Assistant Forester, respectively. For more information, please call 630-260-8162 or visit cantigny.org.

information, please call 630-668-5161 or visit cantigny. org.

Library! For more information, please call 630-5871340 or visit stcharlesil.org.

October 13

October 20 & 21

Wild About Wildlife

1pm-4pm at Fifth Third Bank Ballpark, at 34w02 Cherry Lane in Geneva

Fall Fox Valley Antiques Show

October 12-14

‘Wild About Wildlife’ is a fundraiser for Fox Valley Wildlife Center. The first 2 hours will be games, food, booths, kid activities, silent auction, bake sale, and music! During the last hour enjoy a live educational animal show! The cost is $25 for adults, $10 for kids aged 4-12, kids 3 and under are free. For more information, please call 630-365-3800 or visit www. foxvalleywildlife.org.

55 Dealers from 14 states offering authentic antiques.

Admission $8.00. Free parking. The show benefits local historical and educational groups and Northern Illinois Food Bank. For more information, please call (630) 584-6926 or visit www.kanecountyfair.com.

2012 Fox Valley Oktoberfest

on the Festival Grounds at N. Island and Houston in Downtown Batavia Enjoy Carnival Rides, delicious German Food, and much more at this annual festival! For more information, please call 630-232-0099 or visit www. foxvalleygermans.org/Oktoberfest.htm.

October 13 Wild about Wildlife

1pm at Fifth Third Bank Ballpark, at 34W02 Cherry Lane in Geneva Check out this great fundraiser for the Fox Valley Wildlife Center. The first 2 hours will be games, food, booths, kid activities, silent auction, bake sale, and music! During the last hour enjoy a live educational animal show! Adults: $25, kids ages 4-12 $10, kids 3 and under Free. For more information, please call 630365-3800 or visit www.foxvalleywildlife.org.

10am at the Cantigny Park Visitors Center, at 151 1 South Winfield Road in Wheaton

Saturday 10am-5pm and Sunday 10am4pm at the Kane County Fairgrounds, at 525 South Randall Road in Saint Charles

October 20 Batfest

October 13 & 14

8am in Downtown Batavia and Riverwalk

Fall Art Show

12pm-4pm at the Senior Center, at 665 Barrington Avenue in Carpentersville Members of our community have been hard at work painting beautiful masterpieces. Come and view their works of art at the annual Fall Art Show. Over 100 paintings will be on display and for sale from a variety of area artists. For more information, please call 847-5514307 or visit http://www.dtpd.org.

October 13

October 19-21

2012 Cantigny Fall Festival

St. Charles Library Used Book Sale

Don’t miss this huge festival, featuring Arts and Crafts, Inflatables, Pumpkin Decorating, Face Painting, a Petting Zoo, Hay Rides, and much more! For more

Get a good deal on books while supporting your

10am-4pm at Cantigny Park, at 151 1 South Winfield Road in Wheaton

Fall Color Hayride Tour

Friday 2:30pm-7:30pm, Saturday 9am1pm, and Sunday Noon-2pm at the St. Charles Public Library, at One South 6th Avenue in St. Charles

Don’t miss all the festivities, including the 5k, trickor-treating, pumpkin roll, costume contest, zombie walk, and much more! For a full schedule or more information, please visit http://www.downtownbatavia. com/.

October 23 Harry Potter Trivia Night

5:30pm at the Geneva Public Library, at 127 James Street in Geneva How Harry Potter savvy are you? Come to trivia night and test your knowledge. Treats inspired by the series will be served. Costumes are encouraged! Reserve your spot and register online. To register or for more information, please call 630-232-0780 or visit www. geneva.lib.il.us.

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Nationwide with a $50 Purchase

Located in Hampshire, IL on Rt. 47 and Reinking Road – October You can see the farm from the corner of Rt. 47 & Rt. 72 in Hampshire.

Mon – Fri 9am-6pm Sat & Sun 9am-6pm Columbus Day 9am-6pm www.goebbertspumpkinpatch.com Attraction 9am-6pm daily Halloween 9am-3pm A Family Tradition Since 1986

(847) 464-5952

Stop In For Fall Family Fun!!!

• Animal Land • Giraffe Barn • Train Ride • Pony Ride • Camel Ride • Wagon Ride • Corn Stalk Maze • Pig Racing • 3D Haunted Mine • Pumpkin Eating Dinosaur • Munchkin Maze • Mr. D’s Magic Show

October 27

October 27

Howl-O-Ween Dog Parade

Howl-O-Ween Dog Parade

Don’t miss the annual dog parade at Peck Farm Park!

Make sure both you and your dog come dressed to impress. Prizes will be awarded. Pre-registration is recommended. For more information, please visit genevaparks.org.

Join in for the annual dog parade at Peck Farm. Make sure both you and your dog are dressed in costume. Preregistration is recommended but not required. For more info, please visit www.genevaparks.org.

4pm at Peck Farm Park, at 4038 Kaneville Road in Geneva

October 27 Traveling World of Reptiles

10:30am at Sugar Grove Library, at 125 S. Municipal Drive in Sugar Grove A most entertaining and up-close, live, hands-on, experience about reptiles and amphibians from around the world! For more information, please call 630-4664686 or visit www.sugargrove.lib.il.us.

October 27 Halloween Hayday

1pm-4pm at the Stephen Persinger Recreation Center, at 3507 Kaneville Road in Geneva

October 27 Annual Fall Bonfire & Hayride

3:30pm-5:30pm at Memorial Park, at 355 Tyrrell Road in Gilberts Bring the family out for a fun fall event! Take a hayride or gather around the bonfire. For more information, please visit www.villageofgilberts.com.

November 3 Cantigny 5K Run/Walk

9am at Cantigny Park, at Cantigny Park at 151 1 South Winfield Road in Wheaton A charitable run with all proceeds donated to Midwest Shelter for Homeless Veterans. The Race is limited to the first 900 runners and walkers. Register by November 1st. To register or for more information, please call 630260-8167 or visit cantigny.org.

November 3 & 4 Kane County Flea Market

Saturday 12pm-5pm and Sunday 7am4pm at the Kane County Fairgrounds, at 525 S. Randall Road in St. Charles

November 4 Lessons from the North Pole

2pm at the Wheaton Public Library, at 225 N. Cross Street in Wheaton Polar Explorer John Huston and his expedition partner were the first Americans to reach the North Pole unsupported. A native of Glen Ellyn, his presentation shows his motivation for taking on big challenges and how he tackled “the toughest expedition on the planet.”

A collection of his equipment from the North Pole expedition will be on display. For free tickets or more information, please call 630-868-7510 or visit www. wheatonlibrary.org.

November 7 What Not to Wear

7pm at the Geneva Public Library, at 127 James Street in Geneva Personal stylist Noelle Cellini will discuss the basic pieces every woman should have in her wardrobe. She will talk about what to wear and, of course, what not to wear. She will explain the rules of fit, show good and bad examples, and talk about how to develop your own personal style. To register or for more information, please call 630-232-0780 or visit www.geneva.lib.il.us.

November 10 & 11 Chicago Pet Show

at the Kane County Fairgrounds, at 525 S.

Randall Road in St. Charles Rescues, Shelters & Humane Societies will be showing dogs, cats and other animals available for adoption. $7 Adults; Seniors(65)Free; 18 and under free with a parent. Free parking. For more information, please call 630-385-4000 or visit www.chicagopetshow.com/.

November 11 Easy as Pie

1pm at the Geneva Public Library, at 127 James Street in Geneva This popular program is returning in time for Thanksgiving! Join 30-year pie baker, Ruth Bastian, in this hands-on class where you will learn how to make delicious pie crusts and fillings from scratch. Samples will be served! Please bring your own mixing bowl and rolling pin to the event. Open to teens and adults. To register or for more information, please call 630-2320780 or visit www.geneva.lib.il.us.

November 18 Chili Chase 5k Run/Walk

7am at Yorkville American Legion Post #489, at 9054 E. Veterans Parkway in Yorkville Gear up for the Thanksgiving season with the Yorkville Parks and Recreation Department’s 5K Run/Walk.

Warm up after the race with a hot bowl of chili. Preregistration fee: $25 w/shirt; $20 w/out shirt Day of Registration fee: $35 w/shirt; $30 w/out shirt. The proceeds benefit the Parks and Recreation special recreation programs. For more information, call 630553-2582 or visit www.yorkville.il.us.

• Saturday, September 29, 2012

Enjoy a day of pumpkin painting, a cosmic cake walk, hay rides, costume contest, bounce houses and more!

Free admission for adults. Pre-registration: $5 for residents, $8 for non-residents. Day of: $7 for residents, $10 for non-residents. For more information, please visit genevaparks.org.

3:45pm-5pm at Peck Farm Park, at 4038 Kaneville Road in Geneva

Up to 1,000 dealers display and sell antiques, collectibles, & Fancy Junque. A country breakfast is served on Sundays. For more information, please call 630-377-2252 or visit www.kanecountyfleamarket.com.

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Cool Fall Evenings - Music, movies, theater and more For tickets or more information, please call 630-9627000 or visit www.oshows.com.

October 2 Annual Chili

Cookoff 6pm at Landin Chiropractic Care, at 1990 Larkin Avenue in Elgin The evening is sure to provide lots of laughter and fun for all ages! Come out to compete or just eat! Locals from around the area will have an opportunity to vote for their favorite chili….everyone is invited! For more information, please call 224-856-5617.

October 3 Cemetery Walk

7pm at Riverside Cemetery, at River & Taylor Streets in Montgomery Meet the “ghosts” of early pioneers and other Montgomery residents as you travel through the Riverside Cemetery in Montgomery. For more information, please call 630-896-8080 or visit www. ci.montgomery.il.us/.

October 6 The Original Crickets

8pm at the Arcada Theatre, at 105 E. Main Street in St. Charles The Crickets are a rock & roll band from Lubbock, Texas, formed by singer/songwriter Buddy Holly in the 1950’s. For tickets or more information, please call 630962-7000 or visit www.oshows.com/.

October 6 & November 3 Improv Saturdays

7pm at the Hemmens Theatre, at 45 Symphony Way in Elgin For years GreenRoom has been performing their unique improv show for thousands of people both old and young alike. Imagine an hour and a half of complete improvisation, a la Whose Line is it Anyway? Tickets are $12. For more information, please visit www. greenroomtheater.com.

October 7 Go Go’s

7pm at the Arcada Theatre, at 105 E. Main Street in St. Charles Featuring the original lineup including Belinda Carlisle.

October 7-28 Kane County Scaregrounds Haunted House

at the Kane County Fairgrounds, at 525 S. Randall Road in St. Charles The haunted house is for ages 13 and up, children can be admitted with an adult. The lead designer for the Scaregrounds is R.J. Ogren, a talented former Disney artist. Admission $13. For more information, please call 630-587-8521 or visit kanecountyfair.com.

7:30pm on Saturdays at the Albright Theatre, at 100 N. Island Avenue in Batavia Watch your head! Featuring some of the Albright’s favorite characters: the burly Brom Bones, the beautiful Katrina Van Tassel, the lovable Ichabod Crane, and his nemesis, the Headless Horseman, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow returns to the Albright Theatre! This time-honored tale of Ichabod Crane and the Headless Horseman gives the theatre’s younger actors a chance to shine and always gets a special Albright Twist. For tickets or more information, please call 630-406-8838 or visit www.albrighttheatre.com.

October 12 & 13

October 12-27

Fall Wagon Ride and Campfire

Haunted Halloween Walk

5:30pm both days at West Main Community Park, at 40W101 W. Main Street in Batavia This is the perfect idea for a family or group outing!

Round up your family, scout troop or co-workers and spend the evening under the stars. The tractor-pulled wagon will pick you up at the start time in the parking lot and take you through the woods to the camp fire.

Hot chocolate, lemonade and the supplies for s`mores will be provided. Be sure to bring a flashlight for the scavenger hunt. Additional food may be brought to cook over the fire, however, alcohol is not allowed.

Picnic tables will be provided or you may bring blankets.

Cost is $10 for residents, $12 for Batavia nonresidents and $13 for nonresidents. To register or for more information, please visit www.bataviaparks.org.

October 12, 13 & 14 Fox Valley Oktoberfest

Friday 5pm-11pm, Saturday Noon-11pm and Sunday Noon-8pm at the Batavia Festival Grounds, at North Island and Houston Street in Batavia There will be non-stop beer, food and music with German Bands and International Musicale DJ. For more information, please visit www.foxvalleygermans.org/.

October 12-20 The Legend of Sleepy Hollow

7:30pm on Fridays and 2:30pm and

Fridays and Saturdays 6:30pm-10pm at 260 South Drive in South Elgin Prepare for Halloween by attending the Haunted Halloween Walk to benefit Anderson Animal Shelter.

This walk will contain all the exciting elements of a haunted walk. Enjoy the music through a foggy cemetery, but beware of the ghosts and ghouls wandering about. Cash donations are appreciated at the door. For more information, please call 847-697-2880 x25.

October 12-28 The Woman in Black

Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm and Sundays at 2pm at the Fox Valley Repertory at Pheasant Run resort, at 4051 East Main Street in St. Charles Back by popular demand! A London lawyer hires an actor to help recount a story to family and friends that has long troubled him since he attended the funeral of an elderly recluse. During the reenactment, you’ll be gripping your seats with a chill down your spine as you experience the horror and terror of this haunting tale.

We just hope you’ll live to retell the tale of one of the longest running suspense thrillers in history. Tickets are $32-$42. For tickets or more information, please call 630-584-6342 or visit www.foxvalleyrep.org.

October 13 Dana Carvey

8pm at the Arcada Theatre, at 105 E.

Main Street in St. Charles Former cast member of Saturday Night Live and top notch comedian Dana Carvey live for one night only!

For tickets or more information, please call (630) 9627000 or visit www.oshows.com.

October 19 Haunted Quarry

7pm-10pm at Harold Hall Quarry, at 400 S. Water Street in Batavia Was that just the wind blowing in the trees or is someone walking up behind you? Swimming season has ended but that doesn’t mean all is quiet at the Quarry!

This is NOT suitable for kids 10 and under!Admission is $8. No pre-registration required. For more information, please call 630-406-5282 or visit www. bataviaparks.org.

October 19 & 20 Moonlight Hayrides

5:30pm, 6:30pm and 7:30pm at Primrose Farm, at 5N726 Crane Road in St. Charles Bonfire, marshmallow roast, hot chocolate, & cider round out this delightful seasonal family event. The cost is $8 for residents and $12 for non-residents. For more information, please call 630-513-4370 or visit www. primrosefarmpark.com/.

October 20 Evening of Chicago Bluegrass

7pm at the Arcada Theatre, at 105 E. Main Street in St. Charles Don’t miss this one night only concert featuring the world renowned Chicago Bluegrass Band, the Henhouse Prowlers. For tickets or more information, please visit www.stcbluegrass.com.

October 20 Tri-Community Halloween Fest 6pm at Plowman’s Park, at 48W508 Hinckley Road in Big Rock

Don’t miss this combined celebration, featuring two haunted houses, stage shows, face painting, magicians, contests, hayrides, and much more. For more information, please visit www.halloween-fest.com.

Fall is shaping up to be a great time for movie going, from free weekend movies to classics to documentaries.

Movie Mondays

Free Fall Weekend Movies

Paramount Theatre

Randall IMAX 15

Mondays at 7:00pm with doors opening at 6:30pm. $1 admission

Saturdays and Sundays at 9:00am and 10:00am

October 1: Tremors (1990 – PG-13) October 8: Napoleon Dynamite (2004 – PG) October 15: When Harry Met Sally (1989 – R) October 22: Braveheart (1995 - R) October 29: Hook (1991 – PG) November 5:Poltergeist (1982 - PG)

October 6 and 7: Rango October 13 and 14: Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax October 20 and 21: Ice Age 4:

Continental Drift October 27 and 28: ParaNorman November 3 and 4: Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days

23 East Galena Boulevard, Aurora www.paramountaurora.com

550 North Randall Road, Batavia www.gqti.com

Special Showings

Randall IMAX 15

550 North Randall Road, Batavia www.gqti.com October 3: E.T. 30th Anniversary Event (2:00pm and 7:00pm) October 4: Lawrence of Arabia 50th Anniversary Event (1:00pm and 7:00pm) October 17: Led Zepplin’s Celebration Day (7:00pm) October 24: Double Feature of Frankenstein and Bride of Frankenstein (7:00pm)

Ocotber 25 and 30: John Carpenter’s Halloween (7:30pm) November 15: To Kill A Mockingbird (7:00pm)

Documentary Days

Randall IMAX 15

550 North Randall Road, Batavia www.gqti.com

Showtimes at 5:00pm and 7:00pm October 8: The Ambassador October 22: Last Call at the Oasis November 12: Booker’s Place

October 24

November 2

November 8

November 10

Mary Todd Lincoln and the Spiritualists

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The Taste of Home Cooking School

Olivia Newton-John

7pm at the Peg Bond Center, at 151 Island Avenue in Batavia Join Valerie Gugala as she delves into the history of Mary Todd Lincoln and her belief in spiritualism. After the death of her son Willie, Mary Lincoln held seances in the White House to try to contact him and other deceased relatives. Cost is $8. For more information, please visit www.bataviaparks.org/.

October 25

8pm at the Arcada Theatre, at 105 E. Main Street in St. Charles Asia’s debut album exploded onto the music scene in March 1982 with several Top 10 singles and sales exceeding 7 million copies. For tickets or more information, please call 630-962-7000 or visit www. oshows.com.

November 3 Indigo Girls

Family Campfire Night

5:30pm at Cantigny Park at 151 1 South Winfield Road in Wheaton

8pm at the Paramount Theatre, at 23 East Galena Boulevard in Aurora Their styles couldn’t be more different: Emily’s music steeped in traditional Joni Mitchell influences and Amy’s from punk-rock singer/songwriter stylings. But when the two step on stage together, those disparate styles blend into one unique sound. Tickets are $45-$55. For more information, please call (630) 896-6666 or visit paramountaurora.com.

October 26

November 2-17

Hallow-Palooza

Fuddy Meers

Get ready for a Halloween celebration that will sure to be a night of spooktacular fun! We will have a spooky walk, games, inflatables, crafts, spooky story time, costume contest and more! Preregistration for the costume contest is required ($1 fee for costume contest).

For more information or to register, please call 847-4287131 or visit www.dtpd.org.

The Albright Theatre Company brings the bizarre but comedic world of “Fuddy Meers” by David LindsayAbaire to the stage! For tickets or more information, please call 630-406-8838 or visit www.albrighttheatre. com.

6pm at Rakow Center, at 665 Barrington Avenue in Carpentersville

at the Albright Theatre, at 100 N. Island Avenue in Batavia

Home of Oprah’s favorite Deeply Fudgey Brownies!

A variety of fresh, seasonal food made daily!

“Pumpkin Rocks”

Moveable Feast continues to provide a place to shop, lunch, take away and cater all types of events.

We would love to see you!

NEW!

October is Grilled Cheese Month.

Starting 10/3, We’ll Have a Different Grilled Cheese Every Day! Open for lunch Tuesday through Saturday 10-5

“Eggplant Stacks”

Now accepting catering and take out orders for the Holidays!

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VIP tickets include a “Meet and Greet” with Taste of Home Culinary Specialist Karen Davis and preferred seating. Each attendee will receive a free one-year subscription to their choice of Taste of Home, Taste of Home Digital Edition, or the Family Handyman Magazine. Come early to enjoy the vendor booths and then watch the live cooking school. Each attendee will also receive a gift bag filled with recipe booklets, coupons and product samples. Fun door prizes will be given throughout the show! Tickets are $19 General Admission; $29 Premium; $39 VIP. For tickets or more information, please call 630-845-5241 or visit www. tasteofhome.com.

November 9 Anatomy Family Science Night

6pm-8pm at the Elgin Public Musuem, at 225 Grand Boulevard in Elgin Find out what it means to be human! Discover circulatory system, muscles and bones explained through science in experiments and demonstrations set-up throughout the Museum. No registration required. Cost is $2 per person. For more information, please call 847741-6655 or visit www.elginpublicmuseum.org.

8pm at the Paramount Theatre, at 23 East Galena Boulevard in Aurora Olivia Newton-John has just about done it all in her 40-year career. She was in Grease, one of the most successful movies in cinema history, and the soundtrack to that movie is one of the top grossing albums of all time. She generated 11 No. 1 singles and 14 gold albums while selling over 100 million records. She’s won Grammy Awards, American Music Awards, People’s Choice Awards and Country Music Awards. Tickets are $50 - $75. For more information, please call (630) 8966666 or visit http://paramountaurora.com.

November 15-20 Winter Wonderettes

Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm and Sundays at 2pm at the Fox Valley Repertory at Pheasant Run Resort, at 4051 E. Main Street in St. Charles A holiday musical full of classic 60’s hits. This energetic and entertaining show is guaranteed to delight audiences of all ages. For tickets or information, please call (630) 584-6342 or visit www.foxvalleyrep.org.

November 16 Shirley Maclaine

8pm at the Arcada Theatre, at 105 E. Main Street in St. Charles Don’t miss the incomparable actress and performer Shirley MacLaine! For tickets or more information, please call 630-962-7000 or visit www.oshows.com.

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Thursday: $5 Martinis Friday: $4 Smirnoff Sunday: Kids Eat Free

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207 S. 3rd St. • Geneva. IL 60134 New Fall Hours: Mon Closed • Tues-Thurs 11:30 - 9 Fri-Sat 11:30 -10 • Sun 11:30 - 8

• Saturday, September 29, 2012

Come spend the evening sitting by the fireside with your family. We will have plenty of fun activities including a craft, smore making, campfire songs, and a hike! $15.00 per family, registration required. No parking fee. For more information, please call 630-260-8162 or visit http://cantigny.org.

4:30pm at the Arcada Theatre, at 105 E. Main Street in St. Charles

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