Community calendar
Chronicle Media Staff — February 14, 2017THROUGH 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.