THROUGH FEB. 18 

 

When the Cats Away

Fridays and Saturday

Riverfront Playhouse

11-13 Water Street Mall, Aurora

8 p.m.

When the Cat’s Away is a classic British sex farce written by Johnnie Mortimer and Brian Cooke, based on their very popular British TV sitcom -George and Mildred. Information: (630) 897-9496 or email info@riverfrontplayhouse.com

 

 

THROUGH FEB 26 

 

On Golden Pond

Elgin Art Showcase

164 Division St., 8th Floor, Elgin

The 1979 play by Ernest Thompson is the love story of Ethel and Norman Thayer, who are returning to their summer home on Golden Pond for the 48th year. He is a retired professor, nearing 80, with heart palpitations and a failing memory—but still as tart-tongued, observant and eager for life as ever. Ethel, 10 years younger, and the perfect foil for Norman, delights in all the small things that have enriched and continue to enrich their long life together.

Performances on February 17, 18, 19, 24, 25, and 26

Curtain Times: Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 PM, Sundays at 2:00 PM. 

 

 

FEB. 15 

 

Cantus: No Greater Love Than This

Aurora University’s Crimi Auditorium

1347 Prairie St., Aurora

7:30 p.m.

free but registration required

Known worldwide for their programmatic versatility, artistic variety and charismatic personality, Cantus is a vocal chamber ensemble that engages their audiences by working together to reach new levels of artistic innovation and excellence. The only artist-led full-time classical vocal ensemble in the United States, they provide a unique live experience not to be missed. Information: (630) 844-4924 or email artsandideas@aurora.edu.

 

 

FEB. 16 

 

Trek with a Naturalist

Les Arends Forest Preserve

2S731 Lincoln Way (Rt. 31), Batavia

3:30-5:30 p.m.

Free

Each month the Kane County Forest Preserve District offers an invigorating hike at a different forest preserve. The naturalist will interpret the ecology of the preserve during the hike. This program is for ages 18 and above. Advance registration and information at programs@kaneforest.com or (630) 444-3190.

 

Buyer Beware! with Doug Grier

Waubonsee Community College Academic & Professional Center

4S783 State Rt. 47

Sugar Grove

7 p.m.

Free.

Whether it’s fine print so small that you can barely read it or cleverly misleading ad claims, it can be a jungle out there for consumers. In this occasionally light-hearted presentation, you’ll learn about the meaning behind caveat emptor (let the buyer beware) and the philosophy and practice of consumer protection in the United States. InformationL (630) 466-2360 or email  communityed@waubonsee.edu

 

 

FEB. 17-20 

 

Military History Fest

Mega Center at Pheasant Run Resort

4051 East Main St., St. Charles

Indoor convention for Military History buffs, reenactors, collectors and cultural historians from all time periods, from the Roman Empire through the modern day. Information: (630) 336-2614 or visit www.militaryhistoryfest.com.

 

 

FEB. 18 

 

Winter Bird Feeder Buffet for Kids

Red Oak Nature Center

2343 N. River Rd., North Aurora

11 a.m.-noon

The center is home to lots of different birds during the winter, come out and help provide a feast for them and take home some yummy treats as well and discover the birds you have in your own backyard. Ages 5 to 7. Information and registration at (630) 897-1808 or email fvpd@fvpd.net

 

For the Love of Farnsworth

Farnsworth House

14520 River Rd., Plano

6-10 p.m.

$95 per person or $175 per couple

An elegant evening of libations from Solemn Oath Brewery and SpritzOlogy, small plates from Jordan’s Food of Distinction [JFOD], and a live musical performance by composer Owen Clayton Condon.  Gallery will feature an exhibition of Farnsworthian artwork from Luftwerk, Kate Joyce, Tom Judd, and more. 10% of all art sales will directly benefit Farnsworth House. Information: (630) 552-0052  or email farnsworth@farnsworthhouse.org.

 

Winter Wonders

Campton Community Center

5N082 OldLaFox Road, Campton Hills

11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Indoor and Outdoor activities and games for all ages! Free Spirit Siberian Huskies will be on site. Information: (630) 585-5700 or visit www.villageofcamponhills.org.

 

 

FEB. 19 

 

Free Cave Hike at Devil’s Cave

Red Oak Nature Center

2343 N. River Rd., North Aurora

2-3 p.m.

Free

Find out about  the geology of our cave rocks, how caves form, and the legend of how our cave got it’s haunting name. Ages 2 & up. Information: (630) 897-1808 or email fvpd@fvpd.net.

 

Waterline Writers Poetry Reading

Water Street Studios

160 S. Water St., Batavia

$5, $3 students

This monthly event featuring area writers and is a unique opportunity to hear diverse, talented writers reading original published and not-yet-published work. Information: Kevin Moriarity at(630) 777-6474 or waterlinewriters@gmail.com.

 

EYSO Chamber Ensembles / EMC Children’s Choir

Norris Cultural Arts Center

1040 Dunham Road, St. Charles

3 p.m.

The Elgin Youth Symphony Orchestra’s acclaimed Maud Powell String Quartet and Earl Clemens Wind Quintet perform a set of classical chamber music. And the new Elgin Master Chorale Children’s Chorus joins us for an all-youth program, featuring some of the area’s most talented student performers. Information: www.fvcb.org or www.norrisculturalarts.com

 

 

 

FEB. 20 

 

 

Classic Movie Monday: Glory

Paramount Theatre

23 E. Galena Blvd., Aurora

Doors open at 6:15 p.m., movie at 7 p.m.

During the heart of the American Civil War, Col. Robert Gould Shaw is put in command of the first all African-American regiment. A thrown together band of runaway slaves, gravediggers, free men and everything in between becomes the 54th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry. Battling the doubt of their own army, the men fight to become one of the most valuable regiments in the entire war. Information: (630) 896-6666.

 

Snow Survival at Red Oak

Red Oak Nature Center

2343 N. River Rd., North Aurora

Find out how snow can be used to survive! Build a snowy shelter and learn how to source water in wintry conditions. Ages 8 to 11.Information: (630) 897-1808 or email fvpd@fvpd.net.

 

 

 

FEB. 21 

 

Cristian Pastorello, Piano Recital

Aurora University’s Crimi Auditorium

1347 Prairie St., Aurora

Noon

Free

Pastorello’s recital will feature music by Beethoven and Chopin as well as a diverse selection of compositions of the 20th century, including works by Claude Debussy and American composer Philip Glass. Information: (630) 844-4924 or email  artsandideas@aurora.edu

 

 

FEB. 25-26 

 

Championship and Household Pet Cat show

Kane County Fairgrounds, 525 S. Randall Rd. 

St. Charles

Show features 225 cats competing for “Best in Show”. An Education Ring presents speakers on topics of feline health. There will be numerous vendors and shelters with cats available for adoption. Information and $1 off coupon on website www.lscats.org. LSCC is a non-profit organization. Information: (773) 528-8897.