Kids and dads can share a Saturday morning on Oct. 1 fishing, cooking an outdoor breakfast, and having fun at Chesterfield Park in Oswego. The Fishin’ Fools club will supply the poles, bait, and assistance. (Photo courtesy of Oswegoland Park District)

Sept. 28

Adult Skate Night

8-11:30 p.m.

Aurora Skate Center, 34W113 Montgomery Road,  Montgomery

$7

Adults ages 18 and up are invited to skate the night away to their favorite tunes at the Aurora Skate Center. Spend some time in the rink without the kids around, and don’t forget to request your favorite song. For more information, visit www.skateaurora.com or call (630) 898-5830.

Sept. 28

Kids + Books = Fun!

6:30-7:15 p.m.

Oswego Public Library, Montgomery Campus, 1111 Reading Drive, Montgomery

Free

At each class we’ll start reading a book and do a related activity. Copies of the book will be available to finish at home. For children in grades 2-3. Event meets in the Montgomery Youth Program Room.

Sept. 29

Coloring for Adults and Teens

6:30-8 p.m.

Plano Public Library, 15 W. North St., Plano

Free

Treat yourself to some free time to color, enjoy some snacks, and socialize. Coloring pages designed especially for adults as well as colored pencils will be provided. Open to adults and high school students. No registration required.

Sept. 29

Tiny Tot Art

9:15-9:45 a.m.

Oswego Public Library, Montgomery Campus, 1111 Reading Drive, Montgomery

Free

Program for children ages 16-23 months with an adult. Hear a story, sing, make a process-oriented art project, and dance, too. Aprons are provided. Event meets in the Montgomery Youth Program Room.

Sept. 30

Finally Fridays

4-7 p.m.

Fox Valley Community Center, 1406 Suydam Road, Sandwich

Free

Kick back and enjoy drinks and games including shuffleboard, bags, and bumper pool during this event for adults of all ages. Listen to music and have some laughs around the bar.

Oct. 1

Fascinating Fall Finds!

1-2 p.m.

Red Oak Nature Center, 2343 Rt. 25, Batavia

Fee $5(R) / $7(N)

A fun-filled scavenger hunt program looking for various fall items in the forest and finding some hidden treasures along the way. For children ages 3-5. Register at http://foxvalleyparkdistrict.org/

Oct. 1

Barn Dance

6-10 p.m.

Blackberry Farm, 100 S. Barnes Road, Aurora

$8

Giddy up to Blackberry Farm where we’ll be playing your favorite country hits, featuring live music by Jaime Campbell and the Redneck Romeos. An all ages event. Upgrade your evening and enjoy dinner, beer and wine for an additional fee. Tickets are available here: http://www.foxvalleyparkdistrict.org/tickets/

Oct. 1

Fishing with Dad

9-11 a.m.

Chesterfield Park, 139 Chesterfield Drive, Oswego

$15/person

Enjoy a Saturday in the park with your Pops! Kids, bring your dad as we try our hand at fishing, cook a delicious outdoor breakfast, and spend a terrific morning together. Oswego’s Fishin’ Fools club will supply the poles, bait, and assistance. Everyone must register.

Oct. 1

Apple Head Carving

12:30-3:30 p.m.

Little White School Museum, 72 Polk St., Oswego

Free

Carve your own apple head complete with eyes, nose, and a mouth. This traditional folk art is a great fall decoration and can be used as a “spooky” addition to your Halloween fun. Children must attend with an adult. Stop in anytime to create your apple head. Pre-registration is recommended, but walk-ins are welcome. Ages 5 and up.

Oct. 1

Oswego Literary Fest

9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Oswego Public Library, 32 Jefferson St., Oswego

Free

The Cultural Arts Commission and the Oswego Public Library District present the 5th Annual Literary Festival and The Friends of the Library Fall Used Book Sale. Join us for author signings, live music, children’s activities, presentations, and more.

Oct. 3

Classic Movie Mondays

7 p.m.

Paramount Theatre, 23 E. Galena Blvd., Aurora

$1

This week, the film Scream 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. For more information, visit www.paramountaurora.com.

Oct. 3

Windows 7 Computer Class

6:30-8 p.m.

Plano Public Library, 15 W. North St., Plano

Free

If you have a laptop with Windows 7 and would like to learn how to use it, this beginners class is for you.  Be sure to bring your laptop to the class.  Registration required.  Call (630) 552-2030 or stop by the library to register.

Oct. 4

Not All Dementia is Created Equal

7-8 p.m.

Oswego Public Library, Montgomery Campus, 1111 Reading Drive, Montgomery

Free

This program is an introduction into Alzheimer’s and Dementia. Explaining causes, progressive and irreversible, symptoms, risk factors and treatments, just to name a few. Event takes place in the Montgomery Meeting Room.

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