🌱 Patch AM: Trick-Or-Treating In Batavia: 2025 Hours Revealed

You won’t want to miss Trunk or Treat on the Batavia Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: 2 Road Closures Expected For BatFest: Batavia Police

Coming up on the Batavia Patch calendar: Oscar Winning Documentary about land, loss and resistance in Palestine

🌱 Patch AM: Local schools shine at state cross country championships

Also check out Oscar Winning Documentary about land, loss and resistance in Palestine on the Batavia Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Batavia seeks developers for downtown revitalization project

Also, don’t miss Oscar Winning Documentary about land, loss and resistance in Palestine on the Batavia Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Batavia's zoning board addresses key local development issues

Make time for Young Americans and the High Costs to Rent or Own on the Batavia Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Batavia ranks 94th in sales taxes paid this August

You won’t want to miss 20th Anniversary Sale on the Batavia Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Report Of Potential Gunshot Was Likely Resident Attempting To Distract Wildlife: Batavia Police

And on the Batavia Patch calendar - 20th Anniversary Sale

S'mores And More Event Is Back This Weekend

The Batavia Park District event features three things that make for a good fall day: hot dogs, hayrides and s'mores.

Applications Open Soon For 2026 Batavia Boardwalk Shops

The small business incubator program in downtown Batavia is entering its seventh season.

Taylor Swift-Themed Lantern Walk Planned In Batavia

The evening will be about blending music, shopping and community spirit, organizer Batavia MainStreet said.

Batavia Library Unveils New Books Between Bites Programming

The Batavia Public Library shared the schedule for the 2025-26 Books Between Bites program, starting up again in September.

3rd Edition Of Batavia Community Hot Sauce Is In The Making

Residents can donate their extra sweet or spicy peppers to be used in the making of this fall's iteration of the hot sauce.

New Museum Exhibit Highlights Unusual Items From Batavia's Past

A grenade. A foot prosthesis. Quirky items from the Batavia Historical Society's collection are on display at the Depot Museum.

Newest Batavia Park District Facility On The Cusp Of Grand Opening

The new Patrick J. Callahan Community Center offers expanded programming for toddlers through seniors, rental rooms and more.

Batavia City Hall To Serve As Cooling Center During Extreme Heat Advisory

A high of 98 degrees is forecast for Wednesday and Thursday, with a possible peak heat index of 115.

Where To Find Cooling Centers In Batavia: Extreme Heat Watch Issued

Here's where to stay cool if you find yourself without air conditioning amid the sweltering weather forecast continuing throughout the week.

Resident-Created Items Will Be The Focus Of Covenant Living At The Holmstad​​'s Upcoming Bazaar

Covenant Living at the Holmstad​​ will host its 47th annual bazaar this fall in Batavia.

Batavia Depot Museum Celebrates 50 Years With Event At Peg Bond Center

The family-friendly event will feature live music, a scavenger hunt, free cupcakes and more.

Batavia Famers Market Opening, 30th Anniversary On The Horizon

Almost 60 vendors will be selling their locally grown and farm-raised products in the new season of the Batavia Farmers Market.

Prescription Drug Collection Event Planned In Batavia

Locals will be able to dispose of unwanted, expired or unused medications at the upcoming event.

2 Bison Calves Born At Fermilab

Two bison calves were born Monday at Fermilab, joining the herd of cows, bulls and three yearlings born last year.

Is Batavia Among The Safest Cities In IL? See Ranking In New Report

Among the 234 cities that met the criteria for the new SafeWise study, where did Batavia land?

Catholics Invited to find hope in Confession "Be Reconciled" April 9

105 parishes in the diocese, where possible, to offer confessions from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Contact your local church for information.

Bernadette Lane Is Closed For Emergency Water Service Replacement

A section of the road is closed Monday for repairs.

Batavia Park District To Host 2025 Park Madness Tournament

Thirty-two parks from Batavia Park District are stepping up to the challenge to see which one will be crowned the winner.

Local Swedish Children's Choir holds Swedish Meatball Dinner Benefit

Celebrate National Meatball Day Swedish Style

Scavenger Hunt Planned To Promote Exploration In Downtown Batavia

More than 75 foam fingers will be hidden at downtown businesses. Find some and you could win money to spend at shops and restaurants.

SUPER Dog and Puppy Adoption Event Saturday 2/8

Come and Meet Your MVP!

Kane County Fair offers 4-H Scholarships

4-H Club member applications deadline is April 1, 2025

FREE Home Show! Jan. 25 & 26 - Kane Co. Fairgrounds in St. Charles

The Chicago Home Show returns to St, Charles at the Kane County Fairgrounds ONE WEEKEND ONLY with FREE admission and FREE parking on January

Fermilab's 1st Female Director Steps Down

The director since 2022, Lia Merminga stepped down amid a new management and operations contractor​ taking over managing Fermilab.

Prom Dress Giveaway In Batavia: See What's Planned For 2025

Chip In Batavia will gather dress and accessory donations for a month before locals can pick from the collection at the annual giveaway.

Batavia Park District Unveils Plan To Revitalize, Preserve Hall Quarry Beach

The master plan is part of a broader initiative to prioritize the future repair, maintenance and development of properties at the beach.

Swedish Christmas and St. Lucia Festival

Celebrate Christmas Swedish Style

Public Parking Now Allowed Friday, Saturday Nights At Batavia Library

The city also announced special overnight parking rules for Thanksgiving weekend.

Books Between Bites To Host Batavia Mayor As Guest Speaker

The mayor will discuss Batavia-related literature, including highlights of a new book, "Batavia Water Utility History."

National Drug Take-Back Day Event Coming To Batavia

The event gives locals the chance to anonymously dispose of unwanted, expired or unused medications.

Woodturning Festival Returns To Fundraise For Local Food Pantries

The pop-up fundraiser will feature handcrafted items by local artisans.

Excess Peppers Wanted For Batavia Community Hot Sauce

Batavia Interfaith Food Pantry and Gindo’s Spice of Life teamed up to create another hot sauce, "Fire on the Fox: Volume 2 Hot 2 Handle."

'She Goes The Extra Mile': Batavia Teacher Spotlight

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they're valued and appreciated.

National Night Out In Batavia: See What's Planned

The community will come together at Peg Bond Center for an evening of free food, music and family-friendly activities.

AFS-USA is seeking host families to welcome an exchange student

Make a difference in a young person’s life by becoming an AFS-USA host family.

Hiring Immediately School Bus Drivers - Up to $4000 Sign on Bonus

Hiring Event Details

School of Rock Now Playing in Aurora

Last Day is Sunday, June 4

FREE Kane Co. Home Show Returns to St. Charles on Jan. 28 & 29

Kane Co. Home Show Returns Twice as Big as 2022 to the Kane Co. Fairgrounds on January 28th & 29th with Free Admission & Parking!

A Performing Arts Education for Everyone

Explore what benefits the performing arts have in store for you and your child!

The Sound of Music at Paramount Theatre in Aurora

The Chicago Tribune gives it 4 stars!

Fox Valley Home and Garden Show returns April 30 and May 1

Sat, Apr 30, 2022 at 10:00 AM TOCA Naperville, 1740 Quincy Ave, Naperville, IL, 60540

Kane County Home Show - Free Admission & Parking - March 12 & 13

Kane County Home & Garden Show Premieres at the Kane County Fairgrounds on March 12th & 13th with Free Admission & Parking!

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