St. Charles Jazz Weekend will be held at various restaurants and venues Sept. 8 – 11. For more Information, call (630) 443-3967 or visit downtownstcharles.or/events/stcjazzweekend. (Photo courtesy of Downtown St. Charles)

ONGOING

Childhood Memories, through Sept. 25, DuPage County Historical Museum, 102 E. Wesley St., Wheaton. Rekindle fond memories of childhood glory. Enjoy the simplicity of a time where play and learning were stimulated without electronics. Become absorbed in the delightful innocence of DuPage County’s past as you learn about the various toys and games of the 19th and 20th century. Information: (630) 510-4941.

Aurora Story, a comprehensive exhibit of 175 years of Aurora history, Wednesday-Saturday, noon to 4 p.m., David L. Pierce Art and History Center, 20 East Downer, 2nd Floor Gallery, free admission, donations welcome. A comprehensive exhibit of 175 years of Aurora history. Come wander through Aurora as you have never seen it, beginning with native American dwellings and touching on the high points and characteristics of this “city second to none”.

SEPT. 2

Roots Aurora, Water Street Mall, Water Street Mall, 11 S. Water St., Aurora, noon – 5 p.m., free but donations welcome. Dig out your berets and bowlers, ushankas and sombreros, and celebrate diversity in style! This event is a dancing, eating, creating and learning celebration of Aurora’s diverse cultures, past and present, benefitting Family Focus Aurora, World Relief and the Aurora Historical Society.

Paramount Art Gallery Exhibit Opening, Grand Gallery, second floor, 23 E. Galena Blvd., Aurora, 7-9 p.m. The public is invited to an artist reception located on the second level of the Paramount Theatre Grand Gallery. Support the Arts, meet the artists, exchange ideas, enjoy complimentary appetizers. Cash bar. Information: (630) 408-9926 or email melmeisch@comcast.net

Aurora’s First Friday Artwalk, downtown Aurora various locations. Enjoy a night of art, fun, music, dance, and community at local businesses and venues in downtown Aurora on the first Friday evening of the month. Free entrance, free art viewing, free trolley rides, free fun.

SEPT. 3

Kane County Flea Market, Kane County Fairgrounds, 525 S. Randall Road, St. Charles, noon-5 pm.. Saturday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday., $5 adults, children 12 and younger free. Up to 1,000 dealers display, sell antiques, collectibles, Fancy Junque. A country breakfast is served on Sundays. Information: www.kanecountyfleamarket.com

SEPT.4

Taste of Batavia Block Party, Downtown Batavia, North River Street & the Riverwalk, 4-9 p.m. Celebrate Labor Day weekend as Batavia MainStreet hosts a ‘Taste of Batavia’ sampler party complete with live music, activities and dancing. Activities include a kids play area hosted by River City Church, lawn games, bags tournament, classic car show, pie bake-off and hula hoops. Information: (630) 761-3528.

SEPT. 7

James Jankowiak Art Lecture / Open House, Waubonsee Comm. College Von Ohlen Hall, 4S783 Waubonsee Dr., Rm. 200, Sugar Grove, 11 a.m. Jankowiak’s work will be displayed from August 10 to September 11 in the college’s Arrowhead Room Gallery, located in Dickson Center on the Sugar Grove Campus, Route 47 and Waubonsee Drive. Viewing hours are 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, and closed on Sunday. Information: (630) 466.2964 or email cvargas@waubonsee.edu

Mamma Mia! Live Broadway Production, opening night. The season kicks off with the show that turned musical theater on its ear. Over 60 million people in 40 different countries on 6 different continents have reveled in Mamma Mia! – and it’s still going strong. Information: (630) 896-6666. Show runs through Oct. 30.

SEPT. 7-11

Sandwich Fair, 1401 Suydam Rd., Sandwich, 9 a.m.-9 p.m. The Sandwich Fair (DeKalb County Fair) is the oldest continuing fair in the State of Illinois. It brings over 175,000 visitors for harness races, draft horse pulls, carnival rides, demo derby, grandstand shows and the Midwest’s largest display of agricultural and home arts exhibits. Information: (815) 786.2159

SEPT. 7-NOV. 18

Fall Exhibit: Batavia Fire Department 150th Anniversary, Batavia Depot Museum, 155 Houston St., Batavia. Stop by the Depot Museum for a unique look at the Batavia Fire Department dating back 150 years. Information: (630) 406-5274.

SEPT. 8

Herloom Farm Dinner, 2N308 Brundige Rd., Elburn. Classic dinner full of delicious heirloom fruits and vegetables. From the pepper to the tomato, guests are sure to enjoy a variety of unique dishes as we prepare for the fall harvest. Information: (630) 443-5989 or visit heritageprairiefarm.comS

SEPT. 8-11

St. Charles Jazz Weekend, downtown St. Charles, various restaurants and venues. The four-day event that coordinates and promotes live jazz music in different downtown establishments. Patrons enjoy jazz music from lunch through the evening, with the opportunity to visit multiple venues. Information: (630) 443-3967 or visit downtownstcharles.or/events/stcjazzweekend

SEPT. 9

Capital Steps Comedy Performance, Batavia Fine Arts Centre, 1201 Main St., 7:30 p.m. These guys put the “mock” in democracy! This comedy team digs into the headlines of the day, and creates song parodies & skits which convey a special brand of satirical humor.” Information and tickets: (630) 937-8930.

7th Anniversary Art Show Opening, Water Street Studios, 160 S. Water St., 6 – 9 p.m. Enjoy a juried show in celebration of Water Street Studio’s 7th Anniversary. Information: (630) 761-9977 or email gallery@waterstreetstudios.org.

SEPT. 9-11

Festival of the Vine, Geneva restaurants create an array of specialties under an outdoor tent at the “Flavor Fare” partnered with wine and live musical entertainment. The market offers food and floral demos. An arts and crafts show, flower market, horse-drawn carriage rides and several exceptional wine tasting and dinner events also take place around the historic downtown. Information:: genevachamber.com/festival_of_vine.php

SEPT. 10

Catch a Bunch of Authors Fair, Santori Library, 101 S. River St., Aurora, 2-4 p.m. Join the Santori Public Library for their 7th annual “Catch a Bunch of Authors” fair. This literary festival is free and open to the public. Chat with authors, get in on the panel discussion and book signings. (Information: (630) 264-4100.

Sixth Annual United Fall Fest, Congregational United Church of Christ, 40W451 Fox Mill Boulevard, Campton Hills. This family-friendly event includes a classic car show, Kids Corner Fun, bouncy games, puppets, reptile entertainment, Hula games, ice cream eating contest, movie and fireworks. Informattion: (630) 584-0929 or visit www.unitedfallfest.com.

Illinois Brews @ Bowes Creek, Bowes Creek Country Club, 1250 Bowes Creek Boulevard, Elgin, $35 in advance, $45 day of event, 3-8 p.m. Event benefits the Elgin Recreation Youth Scholarship Fund on Saturday, September 10, 2016. Bowes Creek Country Club will provide a beautiful backdrop for this fun-filled event, which will feature Illinois craft & home brew tasting, live music and raffles.

SEPT. 10-11

Fiestas Patrias, RiverEdge Park, 360 N. Broadway, Aurora, 3-9:30 p.m. Saturday, 1-9:30 p.m. Sound ay.Celebrate the sound, culture and taste of Mexico at Fiestas Patrias. From the delicious food to the variety of musical acts to the children’s play area, there’s something for everyone at this fun festival right on the Fox River.

SEPT. 12

Panel Discussion: “Human Trafficking: Global Problem, Local Impact”, Aurora University’s Crimi Auditorium, 1347 Prairie St., Aurora, 7:30 p.m. Senator Mark Kirk and Will County State’s Attorney James Glasgow are scheduled to join nonprofit leaders for a discussion about the increasing incidents of human trafficking in the United States and the effect this modern form of slavery is having on society. Rick Pearson, chief political reporter for the Chicago Tribune, will moderate the panel discussion. Information: (630) 844-4924 or email artsandideas@aurora.edu

SEPT. 16-17

Moonlight Tours at Farnsworth, Farnsworth House, 14520 River Rd., Plano, $30 plus $2.50 convenience fee, 6:30 p.m. Discover Mies van der Rohe’s celebrated Farnsworth House in a new light during this special Moonlight Tours, back by popular demand. These exclusive tours will start at dusk and return after dark, lasting approximately 90 minutes. Guests will be led along a lighted path with woods on one side and the Fox River on the other, to enjoy a full guided tour of Farnsworth House illuminated against the evening sky. Information: (630) .552-0052.

SEPT. 17-18

Big Rock Plowing Match, Plowman’s Park48W508 Hinckley Rd., Big Rock. This unique event is much more than plowing and among the last plowing match competitions in existence. It is a down home country fair with entertainment, kids activities and goods auctions. Festivities include carnival rides, watermelon-eating contest, prince/princess contest, 4-H Big Rock Cowhands booth, Plowing Competition, English and Western Horse Show, Craft Art and Antique Show. children’s games, Ladies and Junior Fair Auction. Baked goods auction and much more. Concessions available from area vendors. Information: (630) 556-3171.