The Aurora Historical Society’s Independence Day Celebration takes place July 4 at the William Tanner House, 305 Cedar St., from 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

JUNE 21-23

Windy City Warbirds and Classics RC Air Show, Fox Valley Aero Club, 3821 Karl Madsen Drive St. Charles, $5 admission, kids under 12 free. Fox Valley Aero Club, a Radio Control Model Airplane Group features three days of of continuous flying of giant scale Warbirds and Classics from the WWI and WWII era. This event features over 80 pilots from 7 different states and Canada. Free parking. Information: 630- 254-1828 or visit www.foxvalleyaero.com.

THROUGH JUNE 23

Garfield Farm and Inn Museum Archaeology Field Session I, Garfield Road North of Illinois 38, Campton Hills. A two-week session for volunteers to participate in or observe archaeological investigations of the 1830s /1840s log house site. Information: 630-584-8485 or visit www.garfieldfarm.org/

THROUGH JUNE 24

Swedish Days, Geneva’s Midsommar Festival. The whole family will enjoy food, carnival rides, live music and entertainment nightly, 69th Swedish Days Parade at 1 p.m. on June 24.

JUNE 20

River Rhapsody Concert Series, Batavia Riverwalk, 100 Island Ave., Batavia, 7-8:30 p.m. The band 1976 recreate all the favorites by bands and musicians like Fleetwood Mac, Peter Frampton, Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers, Heart, Boston, Steve Miller, Bad Company, Pat Benatar, The Cars, Elton John and other rock bands from the 70’s. Information: 630-879-5235.

First Time Home Buyers with Down Payment Assistance, Elgin Community College, 1700 Spartan Drive, Elgin, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Even if you have done your research, buying a home for the first time can be overwhelming. This course offers valuable insights into the process of home ownership. Get a head start and obtain the knowledge needed to buy your first home. Learn about the different down payment assistance programs. Educate yourself on the roadblocks to be aware of. Familiarize yourself with contracts, closing costs, inspections, appraisals, down payments, interest rates, credit requirements, and negotiating with banks and sellers.

JUNE 21

Museums After Dark, SciTech Hands-On Museum, 8 1. Benton St., Aurora, 5-8 p.m. Bring the family to downtown Aurora when the stars are out, and enjoy a fun and educational treat for all ages. Aurora Regional Fire Museum, SciTech Hands On Museum, G.A.R. Museum, The Pierce Center and Santori Public Library will stay open “after dark”. Information: 630-859-3434.

JUNE 24

Sunday in the Park, Lakewood Creek Park, 2301 Lakewood Creek Dr., Montgomery, 4 p.m. Join friends and neighbors for free ice cream and a visit from the Kendall County Mounted Patrol from 4-5 p.m., food trucks, games, activities for kids of all ages and live entertainment from 5-8 p.m. Bring a picnic basket, blankets and lawn chairs for some family fun.

Oswego Country Market, Main Street, Downtown Oswego, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., free. Shop local this summer with plenty of choices to buy fresh produce, meats, eggs, artisan cheeses, specialty foods like pasta, olives, popcorn, honey, and spices, and handmade items in our outdoor, open air market.

Gears and Ears Midwest Car Show, Kendall County Fairgrounds | 10826 Rt. 71 | Yorkville, 7 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Midwest Street Rod Association of Illinois presents the nationally known car show and swap wuith over 600 cars on display. Information: 630-553-2860.

Sunday in the Park, Lakewood Creek Park, 2301 Lakewood Creek Dr., Montgomery,  4 p.m. Join friends and neighbors for free ice cream and a visit from the Kendall County Mounted Patrol, food trucks, games, activities for kids of all ages and live entertainment.

JUNE 27

River Rhapsody Concert Series, Batavia Riverwalk, 100 Island Ave.,  Batavia,7-8:30 p.m. Featuring Rockstar Rodeo delivering one of the most high-energy and professional performances in the Midwest. Information: 630-879-5235.

JUNE 29

Downtown Alive! 97 Nine and Chicago 6, RiverEdge Park, 360 N. Broadway, Aurora, 6-11 p.m. Former Chicago Bear Dan Hampton has put the band back together with his former Super Bowl teammates Otis Wilson and Steve McMichael for a revival of the Chicago 6 – a band originally formed out of the free time created by the 1987 NFL strike. Information: 630-896-6666.

JUNE 30

Super SciTech Saturday: Incredible Insects, SciTech Hands-On Museum, 18 W. Benton St., Aurora. Up to four children admissions to the general museum are free with a paying adult. Hands-on activities available for $1 or all activities for $5. Information: 630-859-3434.

JUNE 30-JULY 1

Kane County Flea Market, Kane County Fairgrounds, 525 S. Randall Road, St. Charles. One of the longest running antique and collectable flea markets in the world. It has been a place for people to come and enjoy the fun of searching and finding the one thing they have sought for ages. Information: 630-377-2252 or visit www.kanecountyfleamarket.com.

JULY 3

Burlington Independence Day celebration, 5:30 p.m., Burlington Park. Local food vendors, music, a ceremony honoring veterans and featuring an evening fireworks display.

JULY 4

Aurora’s Independence Day Celebration, downtown Aurora, 23 E. Galena Blvd., 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Bring the family downtown for a monumental parade in the morning, family-friendly fun during the day and then for fireworks in the evening. Aurora’s Independence Day Parade steps off at 10am. This year’s theme is “Party on Aurora” in celebration of the 25th anniversary of Wayne’s World. Family activities and fireworks in two locations: RiverEdge Park,  360 N. Broadway Ave. Great food along with an amazing view of the fireworks at Aurora’s premier outdoor concert venue. Enjoy the American Legion Band and the Fox Valley Orchestra. Gates open at 3pm. McCullough Park – Illinois Ave. & Lake St. Local food vendors with taste-tempting treats and free fun for all with inflatables and music. More entertainment from 7-9:15 pm. followed by fireworks can be viewed from both locations. See their web site for free parking and shuttle information. Information: 630-256-3370.

Aurora Historical Society’s Independence Day Celebration, William Tanner House, 305 Cedar St., Aurora, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., free. Join the Aurora Historical Society Open House at the Museum! Entertainment on the lawn, a picnic, petting zoo, magician, games, crafts, a pie-eating contest, music by Hudson Crossing and of course, the national bell-ringing ceremony at 1 p.m. Information: 630-906-0650.

Batavia’s 4th of July Sky Concert, Mooseheart Field / Engstrom Park, 326 Millview Dr., Batavia, 5-10 p.m. Batavia hosts one of the most celebrated fireworks productions in the western suburbs  with a 50-year history of being produced and paid for by local citizens.

St. Charles July 4th Celebration, Pottawatomie Park, 8 North Avenue, St. Charles. Fun and entertaining for the whole family. Concessions available. Entertainment at 6 p.m., fireworks after dark.Best views from Pottawatomie Park, Ferson Creek Park and downtown St. Charles. Information: 630-513-6200 or visit www.stcparks.org.

City of Elgin and Grand Victoria Casino Fourth of July Celebrations, parade at 9 a.m. starting at Slade and Douglas. Events continue at Festival Park with Kool and the Gang at 6 p.m. and fireworks at 10:30 p.m. Tickets available at gvctickets.com.

Prairie Walk, Garfield Farm and Inn Museum, Garfield Road North of Illinois 38, Campton Hills, 9-12 p.m., $6. Tour the prairie with museum staff to learn about the native environment and ecosystems of Illinois. Reservations encouraged. Information: 630-584-8485 or visit www.garfieldfarm.org.

–Kane County Calendar of Events June 20 – June 30–