The City of Aurora will honor the service men and women who gave their lives for our country during the annual ceremony and parade beginning at 11:30 a.m. on Memorial Day.

THROUGH MAY 28

Vets Week Aurora, continues at various Aurora locations. Events included the  You’re a Grand Old Flag Art Reception (May 23), a Drive Thru BBQ (May 24), an Iraq/Afghanistan GWOT Vet Recognition (May 25), Cruise Night (May 26), Names added to Phillips Park Vet Memorial (May 27) and Aurora Memorial Day Parade (May 28). Visit vetsweekaurora.org for more information.

THROUGH JUNE 3

Once the Musical, Paramount Theatre, 23 E. Galena Blvd., Aurora. Once is based on the Oscar-winning movie and is an eight-time Tony Award-winning musical, including Best Musical, Best Actor and Best Book. It is both big and grand in its themes of love and longing, yet simple and subtle in its execution. Information: 630-896-6666.

MAY 23

Party in the Park, Garfield Park, 817 Forest Ave. , Aurora, 5-8 p.m. Simply Destinee Youth Center’s annual fundraiser is a fun, family-friendly evening of music and activities at Garfield Park. Enjoy a sundae at Banana Split and a portion of all proceeds will be donated to the mouth inspired dance team promoting suicide prevention & awareness.  Information: 630-256-3730.

MAY 25

Spring Teen Fling, Vaughan Athletic Center, , 2121 W. Indian Trail, Aurora, 7-9 p.m., $8. Celebrate the end of the school year with a night out enjoying friends, music, a bonfire, snacks, dessert and more. Grades 6 to 8.

MAY 26

Moonlight Tour of Farnsworth House, 14520 River Rd., Plano, 7 p.m. Discover Mies van der Rohe’s celebrated Farnsworth House in a new light during a special Moonlight Tour. These exclusive tours will start at dusk and return after dark, lasting approximately 90 minutes.  Information and tickets: 630-552-0052

Super SciTech Saturday: Racing Rivers, SciTech Hands-On Museum, 18 W. Benton St., Aurora. Up to four children admissions to the general museum are free with a paying adult. Hands-on activities available for $1 or all activities for $5. Information: 630-859-3434.

ScribbleMonster Concert, Sugar Grove Public Library, , 125 S. Municipal Drive, Sugar Grove, 11 a.m.-12 p.m., free. Kick off the Summer Reading Program with a high-energy, play-along rock concert with Jim and Jayne of ScribbleMonster — comprised of five Chicago-area performers with a history of creating, teaching and performing music, comedy and theater.

MAY 26-27

St. Charles Fine Art Show,  Riverside Drive , Downtown St. Charles. The 20th annual show showcases the work of 100 juried fine artists in a variety of mediums. All are available for sale during this outdoor and free to the public event. Information: www.downtownstcharles.org/dscp_events/fine-art-show/ or call 630-443-3969

MAY 28

Aurora Memorial Day Parade, David L. Pierce Art & History Center, 20 E. Downer Place,  Aurora, 11:30 a.m.  The City of Aurora will honor the service men and women who gave their lives for our country during the annual ceremony and parade on Monday with a pre-parade ceremony – In Memory of Many, In Honor of All – at 11:30 a.m. at the reviewing stand in front of the David L. Pierce Art and History Center. The parade steps off at noon from River and Benton streets. Information: 630-256-3370.

St. Charles Memorial Day parade, downtown, 6th Street to Riverside Avenue, 10 a.m. Memorial Service directly after parade behind Municipal Building at the Riverwalk Freedom Shrine. VFW/American Legion Open House 311 North 2nd Street, Unit 109 St. Charles. For all service veterans and their families including active and inactive club members. Information: 630-329-6444.

Elburn Memorial Day Parade, American Legion Post 630 building, 112 N. Main Street. 10 a.m. at Lions Park and ends at  Blackberry Township Cemetery. The ceremony includes the reading of “Flanders Field” and the reading of the names of local veterans buried in the area. The Elburn Boy Scout Troop 7 hosts a Memorial Day pancake breakfast from 7-9:30 a.m. at the American Legion Pos

Elgin Memorial Day programs. The Elgin Patriotic Memorial Association, in cooperation with the city of Elgin, will sponsor a variety of programs for Memorial Day: Mount Hope Cemetery, 1001 Villa St., 8:45 a.m., Lakewood Memorial Park, 30W730 U.S. Route 20, 9:15 a.m., Elgin Veterans Memorial Park, 274 N. Grove, 9:45 a.m., Bluff City Cemetery, 945 Bluff City Blvd, 11 a.m.  In case of inclement weather, events will be held at Hemmens Cultural Center, 45 Symphony Way, Elgin.  Information on all events at www.elginmemorialday.org

Classic Movie Mondays, Paramount Theatre, 23 E. Galena Blvd., Aurora, 7 p.m., $1. “Interstellar” will be shown on the big screen at the historic Paramount Theatre for just $1. Concessions are available. Doors open at 6:15 p.m. Information: www.paramountaurora.com.

JUNE 1

First Fridays: Illinois Bicentennial Celebration, First Fridays: Illinois Bicentennial, Millennium Plaza, 21 S. Stolp Ave., Aurora, 5-11 p.m., free.  Live music, family-friendly activities, and birthday treats.  Hours:  6 to 9:30 p.m. June 1. Dog and Pony Show perform. First Fridays is art, music and more. Free trolley rides from 6 to 10 p.m. Information: auroradowntown.org

JUNE 2

Race to Market 5K and WellBatavia Expo, Peg Bond Center, 151 N. Island Ave., Batavia, 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Join Batavia Mainstreet and Batavia Park District they celebrate the 23rd Opening Day of the Batavia Farmers’ Market. Race to Market in the 5K and check out the WellBatavia Expo health and wellness fair.

Bluegrass Music Festival, Lyon Farm, 7935 State Rte 71, Yorkville, noon-6 p.m. Bring a comfortable chair for the annual festival where the jamming doesn’t stop! Primitive camping available Friday and Saturday nights. Canteen open Saturday. Information: 630-553-6777.

JUNE 2-3

Kane County Flea Market, , Kane County Fairgrounds, 525 S. Randall Road, St. Charles, noon-5 p.m. Saturday, 7 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday.  One of the longest running, antique and collectible Flea Markets in the world with hundreds of dealers inside, outside, and under sheds.Information: 630-377-2252.

JUNE 3

Mid-American Canoe and Kayak Race, McCullough Park, 101 W. Illinois Ave., Aurora, 7 a.m.-2 p.m. This historic, amateur canoe/kayak race is for paddlers of all ages and abilities, featuring 11 canoe divisions, eight kayak divisions and one open (non-competitive) division. Two race options are available, 10 miles from St. Charles and 6 miles from Batavia. Lunch, T-shirt, shuttle and goodie bag included. Post-race party and awards ceremony, too. Information: 630-966-4527.

Get Hooked on Fishing at Lake Patterson, Oakhurst Forest Preserve, 1680 Fifth Ave., Aurora, 8 a.m.-noon, free, ages 5-16.  Volunteers will help teach kids and parents about the sport of fishing and the underwater ecosystem in this hand-on, family-friendly event. Bring your own fishing gear and bait or it can be supplied. Light refreshments will also be provided. Register in advance at 630-444-3190.

JUNE 5

Pete Ellman Big Band & Wood Dale Junior High School Jazz Band, La Quinta de los Reyes, 36 E. New York St., Aurora, 7-10 p.m. Information: 630-859-4000.

JUNE 8

Batavia’s Second Fridays, Downtown, Wilson St., Batavia,  6-9 p.m. Whether it is a live performance, craft demo, a book signing or one of the many other programs, there is something for everyone. Pick up a map at Water Street Studios. Free and family-friendly. Information: 630-761-3528.

JUNE 8-23

Necessary Targets, Albright Theatre Company, 100 N. Island Ave., Batavia, 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 2 p.m. Sundays, $15-$20. A psychiatrist and a journalist travel to Bosnia to interview and try to help women refugees. Through their struggles witnessing violence and unimaginable terror, the survivors of war must find their strength to keep each other afloat and alive. Information: 630-406-3383.

JUNE 9

Blues and Roots on Water Street Festival, Water Street Studios and Kiss The Sky, 100 S. Water St., Batavia, 4:30 p.m. One-day, two-stage six-acts featuring some of the finest in Roots, Americana and Blues that the Chicago area has to offer

Saturday Speaker Series: Hotel Baker: 90 Years in the Making, St. Charles History Museum, 215 E. Main Street, St. Charles, 11 a.m. Information: 630-584-6967.

–Kane County Calendar of Events May 23 – June 9–