Kendall County Events

by Chronicle Media
Get into the holiday spirit with the annual Oswego Christmas Walk on Friday, Dec. 2 at  5-9 p.m. in downtown Oswego. (Image courtesy of Downtown Oswego)

Get into the holiday spirit with the annual Oswego Christmas Walk on Friday, Dec. 2 at
5-9 p.m. in downtown Oswego. (Image courtesy of Downtown Oswego)

Nov. 30

Dinner & A Movie

12-3 p.m.

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

Fee $8(R) / $11(N)

Ages 55 and up. Come join us for this new event where you’ll not only feast on a delicious lunch, but enjoy a Hollywood classic: “White Christmas,”  and a drawing for a Gourmet Dinner for Two. Menu will be ham, au gratin potatoes, green beans, rolls and dessert. Coffee, tea and water will be available. Register at http://www.foxvalleyparkdistrict.org/.

 

Dec. 1

6-7 p.m.

Family Game Night

Little White School Museum, 72 Polk St., Oswego

Free

Enjoy a night of dice rolling games including Yahtzee. Participants are welcome to bring a favorite dice game to share and play with others. Pre-registration is recommended, but walk-ins are welcome. A parent must attend with their child. Ages 3 and up.

 

Dec. 2

Oswego Christmas Walk

5-9 p.m.

Downtown Oswego

Free

The night will begin with Toyland Train rides, the Sledding Hill (giant slide), ice skating rink, ice carving demonstrations, strolling carolers and characters, holiday music, kids crafts and games, delicious food vendors and shopping. A silent parade and visits from Santa will also excite guests.

 

Dec. 2

Visit with Santa

5:30-8 p.m.

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

Free

The Chamber of Commerce invites you to “Visit with Santa” as part the Plano Rockin’ Christmas Festivities. Parent, bring your camera to take your child’s picture with Santa. We will pass out numbers to hold your place in line, but the wait may be long.

 

Dec. 2

Holiday Express Special Needs Night

5-8 p.m.

BB

$5

Enjoy all the fun of Holiday Express in a low-sensory environment. No waiting in lines. Instead, guests will experience a setup that’s sensitive to special needs families, with reduced lighting and music. Blackberry Farm is ADA compliant, but note that rides are nonhandicap accessible. Food and drinks available for purchase. Purchase tickets in advance and enjoy quick entry. Visit www.foxvalleyparkdistrict.org/event/holiday-express-at-blackberry-farm.

 

Dec. 3

Jingle Bell Jog and Color Run

11 a.m.

Oswego Family YMCA, 160 E. Washington St.,

Free

Race will proceed, rain, snow or shine. Families will color themselves on the run and then the Y will organize a victory throw every 2 minutes at the finish line. Come dressed in your jingle bells, stockings, elf or Santa hats. Check in/Shirt pick up begins at 10:15 a.m. For more information, call the Oswego Family YMCA at (630) 551-0797

 

Dec. 3

Holiday Craft & Movie Day

Noon

Sandwich Library, 925 S. Main St., Sandwich

Free

Come one come all for a special Christmas themed family craft and movie day at the library. Don’t forget to register for the event at www.sandwichpld.org.

 

Dec. 3

Breakfast with Santa

8-11 a.m.

Oswego Family YMCA, 160 E. Washington St.

$5

Enjoy a pancake breakfast with Santa sponsored by the Rotary Club of Oswego, Fox River Academy of Music and Art, Oswego Senior Center and the Oswego YMCA . This event will include a delicious breakfast, games, crafts and pictures with Santa. Also featuring Coats for Kendall Collection — bring coats, hats, mittens, and gloves. For more information,  call (630) 551-0797.

 

Dec. 3

Limelight Theatre’s “A Christmas Carol”

7-9 p.m.

Little White School Museum, 72 Polk St., Oswego

$8/Adults, $6/Students and Seniors

We are excited to revisit our original radio play version of the holiday classic, “A Christmas Carol,” based on the novel by Charles Dickens.

 

Dec. 4

Dear Soldier

1-2 p.m.

Little White School Museum, 72 Polk St., Oswego

$5

Join us in writing personalized, handwritten notes for them to receive this holiday season. Stationery and card making supplies will be provided. Letters written to soldiers will be mailed out following this program. Pre-registration is required and children must be accompanied by an adult. Ages 7 and up. Register at  www.oswegolandparkdistrict.org/.

 

Dec. 5

Classic Movie Mondays

7 p.m.

Paramount Theatre, 23 E. Galena Blvd., Aurora

$1

This week, the film “Miracle on 34th Street” will be shown on the big screen at the historic Paramount Theatre for just $1. Concessions are available. Doors open at 6:15 p.m. For more information, visit www.paramountaurora.com.

 

Dec. 6

Throne of Games Night: Yes We Catan

6:30-8:30 p.m.

Oswego Public Library, 32 Jefferson St., Oswego

Free

Come join others in their 20s and 30s for a fun night of gaming. Play games like Settlers of Catan, Ticket to Ride, Scrabble, Farkle, and more, or feel free to bring your own.

 

Dec 6.

Tuesday Bingo

5 p.m.

Fox Valley Community Center, 1406 Suydam Road, Sandwich

Spend the evening playing Bingo with friends. Enjoy growing, roll-over jackpots. Food and bar items available for purchase.

 

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