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Batavia Mothers' Club
The Batavia Mothers' Club is calling for crafters for its 23rd Annual Autumn Arts & Crafts Show. BMCF has consistently assembled a diverse cast of artisans, attracting thousands of patrons. The show will be held Oct. 18 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Mooseheart Fieldhouse, just off I-88 on Route 31 near the North Aurora and Batavia border.
The event showcases juried booths of crafters offering handmade items including paintings, drawings, pet accessories, jewelry, dolls and more. Painters and artists specializing in pottery, glass and woodworking are encouraged to apply.
Applications for the 150 available booths will be accepted from now until August 18. A late fee will be charged after the deadline. To complete an application, visit www.bataviamothersclub.org. Call (630) 748-1501 or e-mail bmccrafteraps@yahoo.com for information.
The Autumn Arts & Crafts Show is the Batavia Mothers' Club Foundation's largest fundraiser. Proceeds go to organizations dedicated to improving the quality of life for families in need in the community.
North Aurora Mothers Club and North Aurora Baseball Association
The North Aurora Mothers Club and the North Aurora Baseball Association will be sponsoring their sixth annual North Aurora Baseball Parade May 31.
Beginning at 10 a.m., the parade is a way to showcase the children who participate in the North Aurora Baseball Association programs. This year the parade will begin west of Randall Road because of construction on Oak Street.
The drop off zone for the children, and eventually where the vehicles will line up for the parade, will be the dual cul-de-sac at White Oak Circle, which is just north of Oak Street. The children will line up at the retention pond north of Oak Street between Forest Ridge Drive and White Oak Drive.
The parade route will be White Oak Drive north, with the children walking on the sidewalk heading east to get to the start of the parade route at White Oak Drive.
From White Oak Drive the parade will continue to Hawksley Lane, concluding at Fearn Elementary School, 1600 Hawksley Lane, North Aurora.
The check-in time for the parade will begin as early at 8 a.m. Food and children's activities will be available.
The parade will consist of many teams who participate in the Association's programs as well as police and emergency vehicles, North Aurora Village officials, horses from Huntoon Stables, McGruff the Crime Dog, the Aurora Superstars Football Team and people from area businesses, clubs and community groups.
Entries are being sought for the parade. More information about the parade is available by calling Cristy at (630) 907-6008. Visit its Web site at: www.northauroramothersclub.org for more information about the North Aurora Mothers Club.
Fox Valley Clutter Club
At this month's meeting of the Fox Valley Clutter Club we'll be discussing strategies to help you simplify your life. This is Part II of a two part series. A quick review of Part I from last month's meeting will be included.
The Fox Valley Clutter Club is a monthly discussion group hosted by Barb Gould, professional organizer and owner of Bright Start Organizing. The next meeting will take place Tuesday from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Batavia Public Library, 10 S. Batavia Ave. To reserve your seat visit BrightStartOrganizing.com or call Barb Gould at (630) 677-5604.
Town and Country Public Library
Learn to play chess better by taking classes taught by Jim Egerton from Chess-Now at Town and Country Public Library. This six-week course is for beginners and intermediate players. The six classes are on Mondays, June 16 through July 21. Class time is from 5 to 6 p.m. Enrollment is limited. A $25 deposit check is required to reserve your place. The check will be returned to you if you attend at least five classes. Contact Dwayne Nelson for more information at (630) 365-2244. The library is at 320 E. North Street, Elburn.
Geneva Garden Club
Geneva Garden Club presents Floral Expressions, "Sharing Geneva's Charm," on June 14 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 402 S. Sixth St. in Geneva. Come and enjoy floral displays, scheduled programs and demonstrations along with a special Home Tour. There will also be a Tea Room, Bazaar and Plant Sale.
Tickets are $20 and available in advance at The Pure Gardener, Betty's Garden Party, The Geneva History Center and at the U of I Extension Office. Tickets will also be available at the door the day of the event or by calling (630) 232-9181.