On Friday, Jan. 20, the Geneva Center for the Arts is hosting an opening reception for "Prairie Passage," a solo exhibition by artist Joanne Aono. The opening reception from 6 to 9 p.m. includes light fare, and a cash bar will be open throughout th...

The new year came a little early for kids Friday during a celebration at the Geneva Public Library. About 200 children cheered as the clock struck 12 (p.m.), in what organizers believe is the eighth year they've held a Noon Year's Eve party. "Thes...

Before Friday Festival of Lights and Tree Sale: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily through Friday, Dec. 30, at Cosley Zoo, 1356 N. Gary Ave., Wheaton. Thousands of twinkling lights, hot chocolate and more. Lights turn on at 3 p.m. Free admission, donations are ...

Starts before Friday Santa Claus at Geneva Commons: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily through Sunday, Dec. 18, at Geneva Commons, 410 Commons Drive, Geneva. Stop by Santa's station for a photo and treats. shopgenevacommons.com. Holly Jolly Days: 3-7 p.m...

Literacy Volunteers Fox Valley will host a free tutor training workshop in January. Currently, there are 20 adults who are waiting to learn. It will be held from 6:30-9 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays, Jan. 10-19, at the St. Charles Public Library, 1...

Starts before Friday "A Magical Cirque Christmas": 2 and 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 7; 7:30 p.m. Thursday and Friday, Dec. 8-9; and 2 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 10-11, at CIBC Theatre, 18 W. Monroe St., Chicago. Hostess Lucy Darling...

Ongoing Santa Claus at Geneva Commons: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily through Dec. 18 at Geneva Commons, 410 Commons Drive, Geneva. Stop by Santa's station at Geneva Commons for a visit, a photo and treats. shopgenevacommons.com. “The Immersive Nutcr...

Ongoing Fall Flower Show: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily through Sunday, Nov. 27, at Wilder Park Conservatory, Church Street and Prospect Avenue, Elmhurst. A seasonal display of fall flowers. epd.org/news/fall-flower-show. Festival of Trees at Hawthorn...

Many suburban communities kick off the holiday season with tree lighting ceremonies. Some of these events have grown into mini-festivals, complete with caroling, Santa visits, sleigh rides and more. Here's where you can see them this week and beyond...

Nov. 13 Yuletide Treasures: 9 a.m.to 5 p.m. weekdays and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays, through Nov. 23, at DuPage Art League, 218 W. Front St., Wheaton. DuPage Art League's annual Yuletide Treasures Show features one-of-a-kind gifts, all handmade...