The Friends of the Library Book Sale will be held at the Plano Public Library, 15 W. North St., Plano as part of the Smallville Superfest to be held Aug. 19-21 in Plano. (Photo courtesy of Enjoy Aurora)

Aug. 17

Fitness Skate

10 a.m. to noon

Aurora Skate Center, 34W113 Montgomery Road, Aurora

Admission: $6; Class Fee $5, Skate Rental: $4

One hour of roller skating burns 300 calories and is equivalent to jogging in terms of health benefits, but a lot more fun. All ages are welcome to this public skate session, followed by a class from noon to 1 p.m. for those looking to hone their skills. Visit skateaurora.com or call (630) 898-5830 for details.

Aug. 18

Oswego Writers’ Group

7-8 p.m.

Oswego Public Library, Montgomery campus

Free

All writers whether beginner or pro are invited to network and share their work at our monthly meetings. Do you write novels, short stories, poetry or nonfiction? Drop by to discover what our group has to offer you. No registration is required.

Aug. 18

Drop-in Job Search and Resume Help

2:30-4:30 p.m.

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

Free

The Illinois workNet Center will provide one-on-one assistance with job search and resume questions. No registration is required.  Event takes place in study room B. For more information, visit http://planolibrary.info/ or call (630) 552-2025.

Aug. 19

Smallville Superfest Book Sale

10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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

The Friends of the Library Book Sale will be held in the meeting room during regular library hours. Sale goes until Aug. 27 when all items will be sold for $4 a bag (bags are provided). All VHS tapes and audiocassettes will be given away on the last day of the sale.

Aug. 19

Sandwich Party in the Park

6-10 p.m.

Knights Park, N. Latham St., Sandwich

Free

Bring your own lawn chair, blanket, Frisbee or other park friendly toys and enjoy an evening in the park. Concessions will be available for purchase beginning at 6:00 p.m. The film Good Dinosaur will be shown followed by a free concert. For more information, visit sandwichparkdistrict.org.

Aug. 19

Paramount Season Kick-off Party

5-7 p.m.

Meyer Ballroom, 23 E. Galena Blvd., Aurora

$20

Sample phenomenal food from around the Aurora area, check out incredible silent auction prizes and enjoy a fully-stocked cash bar, all right in the gorgeous, newly renovated Meyer Ballroom directly across the street from the Paramount.

To purchase tickets visit, www.paramountaurora.com.

Aug. 19

Flick and Float

8:30-10:30 p.m.

Winrock Pool, 21 Winrock Road, Montgomery

$5 Season Passholders / $8 Daily Admission

Relax under the stars and enjoy The Little Mermaid while you float in the pool. Popcorn and soft drink included.

Register now at http://www.oswegolandparkdistrict.org/

Aug. 19

Friday Night Sports & Games

6:30-9 p.m.

Prisco Community Center, 150 W. Illinois Ave., Aurora

$15/Residents, $25/non-resident

Enjoy a night of basketball, dodgeball, soccer and Wii video games on the big screen. Fee includes two slices of pizza and juice. Registration deadline is Aug. 17. Ages 9-12. To register, visit http://www.foxvalleyparkdistrict.org/.

Aug. 20

Pig Pen Afternoon

12:30-2 p.m.

Prairie Point Park, 313 E. Washington St., Oswego

$8

Kids can make big pigs of themselves at this annual party in the mud!  Shoes, “disposable clothes” and goggles are recommended. Pre-registration is encouraged, or show up with $8. For children ages 6-11. Register at http://www.oswegolandparkdistrict.org/.

Aug. 20

Alice In Wonderland Jr.

2 p.m. and 7 p.m.

Prisco Community Center, 150 W. Illinois Ave., Aurora

$8/advance, $10/at the door

Travel down the rabbit hole and join Alice in her madcap adventures. Featuring updated songs from the classic Disney film. Third performance on Aug. 21 at 2 p.m.

Aug. 20

Bug Fest

9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Lippold Park, 2001 S. River St., Batavia

Free

Start your adventure at Lippold Park with fun bug games, insect encounters and more. Then take either the stroller-friendly Fox River Trail or head into the woods on the wood chipped hiking trails toward Red Oak Nature Center.

Aug. 21

Oswego Country Market

9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Downtown Oswego

Free

The Oswego Country Market is in full swing, featuring fruits, veggies, meats, eggs and more. Join market-goers every Sunday through Sept. 25 in Downtown Oswego.

Aug. 22

Story Time at River’s Edge

11-11:30 a.m.

River’s Edge Cafe, 18 W. Downer Place, Aurora

Free

Children’s librarians will read stories, sing songs, do fingerplays and dance. The cafe will provide a free treat for children. No registration required. For more information, visit aurorapubliclibrary.org

Aug. 23

Bedtime Storytime

7-7:30 p.m.

Aurora Public Library, West Branch

233 W. Constitution Drive, Aurora

Free

Come for these special nighttime family storytime. Families are encouraged to participate together. You can even wear your jammies. For more information, visit aurorapubliclibrary.org

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