Blackberry Farm, 100 S. Barnes Road, Aurora, will hold its next event in the Live & Uncorked Concert Series, on the evening of Thursday, June 30. (Photo courtesy Blackberry Farm)

June 29

Wine & Canvas at the Farm

6 p.m.

Blackberry Farm, 100 S. Barnes Road, Aurora

$19/resident; $24/non-resident

Pinot Noir meets the palette as an instructor guides you through your own custom canvas creation. Bring a bottle of your favorite wine, snacks, a few friends and enjoy a lively, social and creative night out. Fee includes instructor and materials. To register, visit http://www.foxvalleyparkdistrict.org/.

June 29

Concert in the Park

7-8:30 p.m.

Hudson Crossing Park, S. Harrison St., Oswego

Free

Listen to the rhythm and blues of The Rhythm Rockets in Hudson Crossing Park. Their original compositions and matchless arrangements of vintage classics deliver dance-able, high-energy music in an authentic stage show appealing to audiences of all ages.

June 29

Stories in the Park

10:30-11 a.m.

Emily Sleezer Park, Heartland Subdivision

Join friends for story time at Emily Sleezer Park in Heartland Subdivision for some fun books that Yorkville Library’s Miss Jennette and Miss Marianne will be reading. Don’t forget to bring a blanket! No registration required. Call (630) 553-4354 for more information or visit http://www.yorkville.lib.il.us/.

June 30

Concert in the Park

Free Concert in the Park

7:30 p.m.

Montgomery Park, N. River St. and W. Mill St., Montgomery

Grab your lawn chairs and picnic baskets and enjoy a concert in the park, performed by Snap Shot. This event is part of an ongoing outdoor concert series. For more information visit http://www.foxvalleyparkdistrict.org/.

June 30

Live & Uncorked Concert Series

7-9 p.m.

Blackberry Farm, 100 S. Barnes Road, Aurora

Spend the evening with the Piano Man at Blackberry Farm and enjoy the season’s Live & Uncorked Concert Series. Bring a blanket, picnic basket and a bottle of wine, and enjoy some live music and good company. For more information visit http://www.foxvalleyparkdistrict.org/.

June 30

Family Skate Night

5:30-9:30 p.m.

Aurora Skate Center, 34W113 Montgomery Road, Montgomery

Enjoy an evening of skating, soda and pizza with the family at the Aurora Skate Center. A family four pack is just $35 and includes four admissions, four skate rentals, a pitcher of soda and a pizza. Price for a family of six is $55. All ages are welcome.

For more information visit www.skateaurora.com or call (630) 898-5830.

July 1

Social and Conservation Group

11 a.m.

Oswego Senior Center, 156 E. Washington St., Oswego

Free

Come talk about what’s on your mind at the Oswego Senior Center. This social and conversation group will run on both July 1 and July 8. Register at (630) 554-5602 or contact us atinfo@oswegoseniorcenter.org

July 1

Finally Fridays

4-7 p.m.

Fox Valley Community Center, 1406 Suydam Road, Sandwich

Free

Kick back and enjoy drinks and games including shuffleboard, bags, and bumper pool during this event for adults of all ages. Listen to music and have some laughs around the bar.

July 3

Antique Car Show

11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Blackberry Farm, 100 S. Barnes Road, Aurora.

Free w/ park admission

Join us for our annual car show featuring the area’s most unique and amazing cars, and enjoy the afternoon at the historic Blackberry Farm in Aurora. Viewing is free with park admission. Fee to showcase your own antique car: $15 at door (includes entry for two individuals). For more information visit http://www.foxvalleyparkdistrict.org/.

July 4

Fourth of July in the Sun

Civic Center Aquatic Park, 5 Ashlawn Ave., Oswego.

11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Receive a flag as you walk in the door! We’ll have all the favorites and some new events too. Candy bar bingo, water balloon games, patriotic trivia and the new Recycle Regatta.

July 5

Creative Yarns

6 p.m.

Sandwich Library, 925 S. Main St., Sandwich

Free

Bring your hooks and needles and join us for a fun evening of knit and crochet. Learn the techniques you need to create your special projects. All skill levels welcome. Must bring your own materials. Registration is not required. Call (815)786-8308 or visit http://www.sandwichpld.org/ for more information.

July 5

Adult Craft Night

Sandwich Library, 925 S. Main St., Sandwich

Free

Feeling crafty? Come to Adult Craft Night. This month, the group will be making 4th of July themed vases. All materials will be provided. The program takes place the first Tuesday of every month. Ages 18+. Registration is required. Call (815)786-8308 or visit http://www.sandwichpld.org/ for more information.

July 5

“Threads” and More Group

10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Yorkville Public Library, 902 Game Farm Road, Yorkville

Free

This group meets on the first Tuesday of each month in the Historical Room of the Library. This group is a combination of people who like to knit, crochet, quilt, sew, or needlepoint. No registration needed. Just bring your unfinished project to work on during the meeting. Call (630) 553-4354 for more information or visit http://www.yorkville.lib.il.us/.

July 5

Stories in the Park

10:30-11:15 a.m.

Jaycee Park, 134 Saugatuck Road, Montgomery

Listen to stories, participate in finger plays, and sing songs all while enjoying the outdoors in a park setting. Participants are encouraged to bring a blanket to sit on and a picnic lunch to enjoy in the park following each program. Children must be accompanied by an adult. For kids ages 2 and up.

— Kendall County events calendar —