Kane County Lifestyle
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‘A fresh market on steroids’: Expansive new grocery store opens in Vernon HillsJun 24, 2026 7:31 pm - The newest grocery store in Vernon Hills opened to the public Wednesday with a huge selection meant to serve a diverse community.
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The King’s Brass bringing hymn classics to East DundeeJun 24, 2026 2:22 pm - On June 29, Tim Zimmerman and The King's Brass will perform hymn classics with contemporary flair at Immanuel Lutheran Church in East Dundee. The ensemble features three trumpets, three trombones, tuba, percussion and keyboards.
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Home & garden calendar, June 23-July 4Jun 23, 2026 5:23 pm - Upcoming gardening club meetings and events in the Chicago suburbs, covering topics like firefly friendly yards, America250 celebrations, and more. Also, list of garden walks, nature walks, garden shows, workshops and more.
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Former Lincoln Park Zoo keeper leads environmental education program in Rolling MeadowsJun 23, 2026 10:59 am - A former Lincoln Park Zoo keeper has spearheaded an environmental education series through the Rolling Meadows Park District.
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Farmers markets this weekJun 22, 2026 9:48 am - Here’s a look at what’s happening at farmers markets in the suburbs this week, June 24-30, 2026.
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‘Fixing stuff and helping people’: After uncertain times, Tool Library of Lake County thrives at 5Jun 21, 2026 8:45 pm - Five years after its humble beginnings in Mundelein, the Tool Library of Lake County has survived a name change, rebranding and change of location to become a popular and successful resource for suburban fixer uppers.
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Central Bark Aurora-Fox Valley marks first year with ‘Bark in the Park’ event on July 11Jun 20, 2026 1:24 am - Central Bark Aurora-Fox Valley celebrates its first anniversary with “Bark in the Park,” a free community event on July 11 featuring local vendors, dog wellness services, training demonstrations, and family activities including an owner-pet lookalike contest and donation drive for the Naperville Area Humane Society.
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For spring and summer fun, head to Fox ValleyJun 19, 2026 8:40 pm - From historic homes and Japanese gardens, to rock concerts and trolley rides, there’s plenty to do in Fox Valley this spring and summer.
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‘That underground feel’: Bewitching Brews sells teas, herbs from lower level spot in GenevaJun 17, 2026 1:19 pm - Bewitching Brews, a tea and herb shop on Third Street in Geneva, chose its lower level location specifically for its “underground feel.”
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Local churches join in Aurora’s annual Pride ParadeJun 17, 2026 1:00 pm - Wesley United Methodist Church and other faith communities participated in Aurora's annual Pride Parade on June 14, which featured over 80 entries and hundreds of marchers. The morning began with an ecumenical service and pancake breakfast at New England Congregational Church, emphasizing unity and God's love for all people.