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“I’ll keep going until they find
a cure”—Kayleigh Barnaba
Swedish Days at the core of
“what is Geneva”
Historic District Plans
to be presented
Best summer camps
around Geneva
301 to get a
“Bright Red Apple”
Geneva’s first swimming
pool (ca. 1920’s)—
not a pretty sight
May/June 2011
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A message from
the Mayor
Dear Neighbors,
In the immortal words of William
Shakespeare, “Action is eloquence”.
Therefore, whatever action we take speaks
directly to our eloquence—or lack thereof—
and our ability to convey our message,
objectives, goals and vision.
As the City of Geneva marches toward
a new fiscal year, confident in its ability to
provide the services we have all come to
expect, appreciate and value, I for one will
heed Mr. Shakespeare’s words and take action to address the challenges and embrace
the opportunities that come Geneva’s way. I will take measure in my words and
deeds to ensure that such action reflects the character of our community and serves
the best interests of our residents, businesses and guests.
I invite you to join me in speaking eloquently about what matters most to you
and take action to see it gets done. Work alongside me, your Aldermen, the City’s
professional staff and your neighbors and participate in shaping your beloved
hometown.
Imagine the City of Geneva as a community pool. There are those who dive right
in regardless of the temperature of the water. Others gingerly dip their toes so they
know what they’re about to experience. Others still take advantage of the zero-depth
design and slowly walk themselves into the water until the water is finally shoulder
high. And, lastly, there are those who simply sit on the pool deck and watch everyone
else.
The City of Geneva effectively displays an “Open Swim” sign and cordially invites
everyone and anyone to enter the pool and enjoy the water. Don’t just sit on the pool
deck.
My best,
Kevin Burns
Mayor
Good Neighbor
Kayleigh
Barnaba
has a good
cause
by Peggy Capper
K
ayleigh Barnaba claims she
is just a typical thirteen
year-old girl who enjoys
tennis, golf and soccer. After
speaking with this remarkable
Geneva youth, however, one will
discover that Kayleigh Barnaba is
anything but ordinary and has been
making extraordinary efforts to
raise money for a cause that is close
to her heart, Parkinson’s Disease
research.
Kayleigh, a seventh grader at
St. Peter Catholic School, has
understood the importance of
giving to others from a very young
age. In lieu of gifts at her birthday
and Christmas parties, Kayleigh
began asking her friends to donate
money to charitable causes. “It all
started when I was 7 or 8 years
old when I had my first Christmas
party,” explains Kayleigh. “Instead of
asking for gifts, I asked my friends to
donate to specific charities like the
library for school and then one year
for the soldiers.” After doing this
for several years, she met Paul Ruby
and everything changed. “One year
I met Mr. Paul Ruby and I found
out that he had Parkinson’s disease.
I felt bad for him and I wanted to
do something about it. So I started
asking people to donate to that
charity,” she says.
Paul Ruby, the general manager
at The Herrington in Geneva,
was diagnosed with early-onset
Parkinson’s Disease in 2006 and
created the Paul Ruby Foundation
for Parkinson’s Research to battle
the illness. Paul says Kayleigh
has been a huge help to his
organization. “She is an inspiration
to me,” he says. “She is one of the
most giving young ladies I’ve ever
met.” Since meeting Paul, Kayleigh
has helped raise thousands of dollars
for Parkinson’s research by hosting
Christmas, birthday and pool parties
in Paul Ruby’s honor.
In addition, she has worked with
her school, St. Peter, to raise money
for the cause. She recently asked
to have proceeds generated from a
Daddy Daughter Dance to be given
to the Paul Ruby Foundation. She
also has been working with her
school to allocate their “Dress Down
Dollar Day” money to Parkinson’s
research. Roseann Feldman, the
principal at St. Peter Catholic
School, agrees that Kayleigh is a
remarkable person. “She ventures in
and tries new things and succeeds in
whatever she does,” says Roseann.
“She is an active, deserving young
lady that cares about people.” Ever
humble, Kayleigh credits others with
her success. “I don’t do this on my
own,” says Kayleigh. “My friends
help me, my parents help me. I’ve
had a lot of help in this.”
This spring, Kayleigh plans on
expanding her fundraising efforts
by targeting businesses and schools
in the Geneva area to help raise
money. Kayleigh hopes that others
will learn that a group effort really
can make a difference. “I hope that
when you donate to a cause you can
see how much effort and teamwork
that people put in it. It’s all about
the community,” says Kayleigh.
She hopes to continue fund-raising
for the Paul Ruby Foundation well
into the future. “When I get older
I will definitely keep doing this,”
says Kayleigh. “I’ll keep going until
they find a cure,” vows Kayleigh.
One thing is for certain, if Kayleigh
Barnaba is a “typical” teenager then
this world will definitely be a better
place in the future.
Splash!
Where to go to get
WET in Geneva
Pool and Splash Parks…
Summer is here and Geneva is bursting with ways to
cool off and beat the heat. From the Fox River to the
Sunset Pool, Geneva residents have no excuse not to
get outdoors and splash into summer…
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Geneva Park District boasts one
of the best pools in the tri-cities
area and Sunset Pool officially
opens for summer on May 28. The
pool has lots of features to keep
everyone cool from its five water
slides (including two drop slides,
one tube slide and two body slides)
to its kid-friendly zero-depth areas
there is something for everyone
at Sunset Pool. Little ones can
enjoy the interactive water castle
and water-play area complete with
bubblers and spray jets and the large
pirate-themed sand area. The pool
is also heated for comfort. When it’s
time for a water break, visitors can
play in the sand area or challenge
friends to a game of sand volleyball.
There is even a sun hill for relaxing
and tanning.
Sunset Pool provides so much
more than just swimming. The
Park District strives to create
fun and interesting activities for
families throughout the summer.
Traci Wicks, Marketing and Public
Relations Supervisor for the Geneva
Park District, explains, “We try to
make Sunset Pool a destination
for people because it’s affordable
and so close.” They offer a variety
of free and low cost activities for
residents for younger children, teens
and adults. Younger children will
enjoy Flick ‘n Float movie nights.
This unique experience lets children
enjoy their favorite film while
floating in the pool. There are three
movie nights offered throughout
the summer (one in each month)
and they provide a great form of
inexpensive family entertainment.
The first Flick ‘n Float movie night
kicks off on June 17 and will
feature Disney’s The Princess and
the Frog. Older kids can enjoy the
pool’s Teen Nights throughout the
summer season as well. Teen Nights
include a variety of activities like
hula hoop and limbo contests. The
Park District is also concerned about
safety and they have partnered with
Delnor to present a Sun Safety Day
on June 10. The event will teach
residents tips on the proper way to
protect oneself from the sun during
the summer months.
New this summer is a
Midsummer Poolside Luau on
Friday, July 15 from 6–9pm. Sunset
Pool will be transformed into a
tropical paradise complete with
decorations, activities, food, bands,
entertainment and more. The
tropical party will feature special
luau fare from Salt Creek BBQ and
icy treats from Dairy Queen. The
Sunset Pool
Sunset Pool opens May 28.
Upcoming Fridays at Sunset
Pool are full of fun with these
events:
Sun Safety Day at Sunset Pool
with Delnor
June 10, 12:30-3pm
Flick & Float
Princess and the Frog
June 17, 8-10pm
Teen Night
June 24, 8-10pm
Flick & Float
Bambi
July 8, 8-10pm
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band, The Barefoot Hawaiians, will
dazzle the crowd with hula dancing
and a fire thrower. “It’s going to be a
fun family event bringing Hawaii to
Geneva at a very affordable price,”
says Traci.
Pool hours are 4–7pm on days
when Geneva Schools are in session
and 12:30–8pm when normal
summer hours commence. Residents
should consider purchasing a season
pass as they will receive priority
hours and be allowed to enter the
pool at 12pm. The pool is available
for birthday parties, after-hours
rental and group day outing rates
are available. There are special
hours for Memorial Day, July Fourth
and swim meets, so residents should
Rollin’ on the River…
Above, everyone can cool off at the Spray Ground splash park.
Below, younger children play in the zero-depth area at Sunset Pool.
check genevaparks.org for complete
pool information.
Geneva is also lucky to have its
very own Spray Ground splash
park located on the east side of
town. The Spray Ground is full of
interactive fountains, water cannons,
bubblers and arches that spray. “It’s
a free opportunity to cool off in the
summer,” says Traci. Kids, especially
toddlers, can enjoy a wild, watery
adventure close to home. Parents
are encouraged to bring their
cameras to capture the summer
fun and comfortable benches are
provided for adults to relax while
their children stay cool. The Spray
Ground opens June 4 and will
remain open through September 5.
It is located at Moore Park on the
northeast corner of Eastside Drive
and Geneva Drive. Hours are
Monday through Thursday
10am–7pm and Friday through
Sunday 10am–6pm.
One of Geneva’s most unique
assets is the majestic Fox River.
From small paddle boat rentals to
large paddlewheel boat cruises,
there are a myriad of ways, both wet
and dry, to enjoy all that the Fox
River has to offer.
One way to kick off summer is
by participating in the 2011 MidAmerican Canoe and Kayak Race.
The event takes place on June 5
along the Fox River and offers two
points of entry to cater to all levels
of expertise. The first is a 10-mile
race that starts in St. Charles and
the second is a 6-mile race that
begins in Batavia. Both races will
finish at McCullough Park in Aurora
with a post-race party and awards
ceremony.
This marks the 50-year
anniversary of the race and all
preregistered paddlers will receive
a commemorative keepsake. Scout
groups, church organizations,
paddling clubs, school teams, and
business groups are all encouraged
to attend. Those who register as
a group can add to the fun by
being placed in an exclusive heat.
Multiple groups are welcome too
with ten boats per heat going off
every four minutes. There is even a
complimentary shuttle service at the
event that will take participants back
to their car. Paddlers can drop their
boat at the start area, park at the
finish line and enjoy the post-race
party! For more information, visit
foxvalleyparkdistrict.org.
For those looking for a more
leisurely approach to the Fox
River, there are several watercraft
options available. Small paddle
boats are available for rent through
the Batavia Park District and large
paddlewheel riverboat cruises
are available just upstream in
St. Charles. The Batavia Park District
operates 30-minute paddle boat
rentals from Memorial Day weekend
through Labor Day weekend on
Batavia’s Riverwalk. Allison Niemela
of the Batavia Park District feels the
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paddle boats are a great way to enjoy
the water close to home. “Why spend
oodles of money at the Wisconsin
Dells when you can create your own
staycation in the Tri-Cities for half the
price and less hassle?” says Allison.
Hours of operation are from 2–8pm
seven days a week with extended
hours on special event days, such as
Windmill City Festival (July 9–11).
The rental rate is $10 per half hour,
per boat. Party rental opportunities
are available.
If just paddling is too relaxed, have
the ultimate water battle at Batavia’s
Funway. The bumper boats are
armed with squirt guns or challenge
friends to a water war with the water
balloon slingshot game. Funway’s
five acre complex on South River
Street has a full slate of activities,
both indoor and outdoor, to keep
the whole family entertained. Visit
funway.com for more information.
Just a splash away, large
paddlewheel riverboat cruises are
available at Pottawattamie Park in
St. Charles. Passengers can cruise
the scenic Fox River and enjoy
travel from the era of Mark Twain
on one of the daily afternoon
sightseeing trips. The charter cruises
can accommodate group outings of
up to 100 guests for both luncheon
and dinner group voyages. For more
information, visit stcriverboats.com.
Just along the Fox River is a unique
beach-like experience exclusive to the
tri-cities area. The Hall Quarry Beach
in Batavia offers a sandy experience
without the hassle of travel. The
Quarry occupies a former stone
quarry owned by the Batavia Park
District. It features a sand bottom
swimming area covering 60,000
square feet that includes islands,
slides, and a diving area. There is
also a playground area and plenty of
picnic tables for eating. The Quarry
offers water fitness programs, public
swims, lap swimming and swimming
lessons as well. Non-Batavia residents
are welcome to visit the pool by
paying a daily fee or by purchasing
a pass. The facility is also available
for birthday party, family reunions
and company party rentals. The Hall
Quarry Beach is located at 400 S.
Water Street in Batavia. For more
information visit bataviaparks.org.
Geneva residents are lucky to have
such unique and active ways to enjoy
all that summer has to offer. From
rolling on the river to chilling at the
pool, Geneva is ready to splash into
summer.
Splash at Swedish Days
While cooling off this summer,
Genevans should not forget to
splash into Swedish Days. The
festival offers a way for visitors
to beat the heat. Kids who enjoy
getting wet will delight in the Fire
Hose Challenge on Kid’s Day, June
24. This favorite event is a contest
in which teams try to push a large
ball across the opponent’s goal by
squirting it with a stream of water.
If that does not cool the little ones
down enough, they can romp in
a fine mist of water from the fire
department’s snorkel truck. Both
events are coordinated by Geneva
Fire Department and are sure to
make a splash at Swedish Days. See
pages 24 and 32 for an overview of
Swedish Days activities.
Community news
City to hold meeting on
potential South Geneva
Historic District
Geneva Fire Department offers
CPR/AED classes
The Geneva Fire Department will
be hosting Heartsaver CPR/AED
classes and Health Care Provider
CPR/AED classes in the coming
months. The Heartsaver CPR/AED
class is for the average “layperson”
with no medical background.
Heartsaver classes will be held
on June 8* and June 15. The class
covers adult, child and infant CPR
and use the use of an AED. The
Health Care Provider CPR/AED
The City of Geneva and the Historic Preservation
Commission will host a Neighborhood Informational
Meeting on Thursday, May 5 at the Geneva Public Works
Training Room, 1800 South Street. During the meeting,
the Historic Preservation Commission and city staff will
present information on the South Geneva Study Area.
The public is invited to attend and will learn what a
historic district designation is, what the designation means
for property owners, and what alternative designation
methods may be available. In addition, Catherine
O’Connor of the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency will
present her agency’s perspective on historic landmark and
historic district designation. More information is available
at geneva.il.us or by contacting Historic Preservation
Planner Karla Kaulfuss at 630-938-4541.
Brush pick-up program returns
Calling 811 prevents
utility disruption
811 is the national number
designated by the Federal
Communications Commission
to help protect homeowners
and professional excavators from
unintentionally hitting underground
utility lines while working on
digging projects—large and small.
Every digging project requires a
call to 811. Hitting an underground
utility line while digging can harm
the environment, cause serious
personal injuries, disrupt service
to an entire neighborhood, and
potentially incur fines and repair
ESDA
looking for
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costs. Nationwide, approximately
170,000 underground utilities are
damaged each year by digging. One
out of every three incidents could
have been prevented by calling 811
prior to digging.
The following are just a few of the
class covers the type of CPR used by
medical professionals. Usually this
course is required by an employer
and includes fire department
employees, police dispatchers,
nurses and doctors. Health Care
Provider classes will be held on May
18 and May 25*. All classes will be
held at Geneva Fire Department
Station #1, 200 Eastside Drive at
6:30pm. *Recertification class
scenarios in which a homeowner
should call 811: putting in a fence,
planting trees or shrubbery, building
a patio or deck, and excavating a
new garden area. With one phone
call the process will be underway
for getting underground utility
lines marked at no cost to the
homeowner. Local 811 operators
will notify affected utility companies
who will then send a professional
locator to the proposed dig site to
mark the approximate location of
lines within a few days of the call.
call811.com
Providing much-needed help to families or individuals in crisis is one of the
most generous, selfless gestures one can offer to people in their community. In
2010, volunteers from the Emergency Services and Disaster Agency (ESDA)
responded to 12 events in Geneva ranging from traffic control for public events,
severe weather watches, complex traffic accidents, and structure fires. “Our
volunteers are on the front lines of the services provided to the residents and
visitors of Geneva by assisting our police and fire departments as well as local
community groups. Volunteers are the lifeblood of ESDA,” stated Mayor Kevin
Burns. “ESDA is an integral part of our emergency response protocol. The
volunteers are vital to our ability to assist the public during emergencies,” said
Chief of Police Steve Mexin. “We presently have about six active volunteers in
Geneva. If we can recruit more from Geneva and the surrounding communities,
we will improve response time and efficiency,” stated Fire Chief Steve Olson.
Those interested in learning more about the organization and how they can
contribute should contact Fire Chief Steve Olson at 630-232-2530.
Residents will receive two citywide pickups each month beginning
from April through November. This
program is intended for the disposal
of only limbs/branches that are
removed by the property owner for
normal maintenance and upkeep.
Brush/limbs must be placed on
the parkway by 7am on the Monday
of the scheduled collection week.
West Side Collection Dates
(west of the Fox River):
May 2 and 16, June 6 and 20
East Side Collection Date
(east of the Fox River):
May 9 and 23, June 13 and 27
2011 City of Geneva ornament
on sale May 2
The City’s 2011 commemorative
ornament will be available for
sale beginning Monday, May 2 at
City Hall, 22 S. First St. This year’s
ornament is the second in a series
and depicts Geneva City Hall, built
in 1912 by the Wilson Brothers,
well-known architects from that
era. The pewter ornament is $12
and will be available while supplies
last.
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Geneva Chamber of Commerce
What feeds you
feeds Geneva charities
The festival season is about to begin with Swedish
Days leading the way June 21–26. This 62 year old
event is steeped in tradition and community. When the
creators planned this week long event they had several
goals. One of course was to promote the shops and
restaurants by bringing residents and visitors to Geneva.
Even then the economy needed a boost. The plan also
involved a way to help charities and this is one of the
more unique features of our festival.
When you visit the festival and see the food booths
dotted about the town on almost every corner you are
simply thinking about what you’d like to eat. However
when you buy food at one of these booths you are
doing more than feeding yourself. You are contributing
to one of many charitable causes that each booth
represents. This means charities will benefit from the
dollars raised and the money is used here at home.
For many of the organizations this is their largest
fundraiser. Their volunteers man that booth ten hours
a day, many even taking vacation days to work and
support their cause. Another plus is that many teens
are hired to help in the booths. This is community at its
best.
For the festival this insures a local “flavor” and the
commitment to quality is good. These groups operate
their booths every year and invest in equipment and
materials to present a clean operation and good value.
The charities support everything from Lazarus House,
Hospice, schools, churches, sports groups, animal care,
eyeglasses and programs for the blind, Tri City Family
Services, support of our troops and many more. When
you are looking for a place to eat look for the sign that
says “GENEVA CHARITY” which confirms this is a notfor-profit booth serving a good cause and endorsed by
the Chamber of Commerce.
Please visit our website for a complete schedule of
events for June 21–26. Many of your neighbors and
friends will be volunteering at the booths- come and
enjoy the festival.
Visit genevachamber.com or call for a schedule
630-232-6060.
Välkommen
Jean Gaines, President
See page 24 for
festival highlights,
page 32 for a
quick Music
Snapshot and
look throughout
the magazine for
more community
sponsored events.
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Community news
Summer camps in and around Geneva
Day long Camps, Grade Kindergarten–5
Geneva Park District will offer day long camps
throughout the summer starting June 13, with the last
session beginning August 8. Sessions are two weeks
long with regular and extended hours available. Camps
include outdoor activities and field trips. genevaparks.org
630-232-4542
Safari Camp, Ages 3–5 years
Summer camps offer fun and challenging activities for
kids of all ages. From theater and music to robots and
Star Wars, Geneva has a camp for every interest.
Geneva Viking’s sports summer camps
The Geneva High School Athletic Department is
offering open registration for all students living within
the Geneva School District. Athletic summer camps are
open to boys and girls entering grades K through 12 in
the 2011-12 school year. Camps being offered include
volleyball, tennis, softball, gymnastics, baseball, football,
wrestling, badminton, lacrosse, cross country and
basketball. Camp brochures and registration forms can
be downloaded online at geneva304.org/ghs, or picked
up at Geneva High School. Registration is due May 13.
Geneva Park District will offer Safari Camp
throughout the summer months beginning June 13 with
the last session beginning on July 25. These half-day
camps will feature different themes and activities each
week. genevaparks.org 630-232-4542
Teen X-Treme Camp, Grades 6–8
Geneva Park District is offering a day long camp with
extended hours available for teens. Teen X-treme Camp
features two field trips per week, parks, the pool and
more. Camps of various lengths are offered throughout
the summer starting June 13, with the last session
starting on August 8. genevaparks.org 630-232-454
Themed Specialty Camps, ages 5–14
Geneva Park District will be offering themed week
long camps including Star Wars, Wacky Water, Pretty
Princesses, Outdoor Adventure, and many others. Most
specialty camps are a week long and go from 9am–3pm.
genevaparks.org 630-232-4542
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among 8,200 students nationwide
to advance to Finalist standing and
are now under consideration for
selection as Merit Scholar awardees.
Melissa Nelson, a GHS senior,
has been named a National Merit
Scholarship Semi-Finalist. Four
seniors – Blair Dunbar, Dominic
Gelfuso, Jordan Otto, and Riley
Fun, exciting and educational, Fox Valley Robotics
and Batavia Robotics summer programs exercise the
imagination while teaching practical scientific concepts.
Summer Camps include:
LegoTykes Camp and Science Camps, Grades 1-4
Summer Lego Workshops, Grades 5–8
Summer Metal Workshops, Grades 8–12
SMaRT (Science, Math, and Robot Technology)
Girls Program, Grades 3–8
For dates and times visit foxvalleyrobotics.com/events
GUPPY Theater Workshops
Geneva Underground Playhouse Performing Youth
(GUPPY) will be hosting acting and theater workshops
for first–twelfth graders. Workshops for grades 1–6 will
introduce skills to build stage presence by increasing
confidence in young actors with games, exercises and
storytelling while grades 7–12 will take a more in-depth
look at theatrical concepts.
Theater workshops, Grades 1-6
June 20-25, 9-11am July 11-16, 9-11am
Theater workshops, Grades 7-12
June 20-25, 1-3pm July 11-16, 1-3pm
Geneva Underground Playhouse is located at 524 W.
State St. guptheatre.org 630-677-1725
Musical Theater Summer Camp for ages 5–12
June 27–July 7, 9am–12pm for younger kids and
9am-–3pm for older kids
Christian Youth Theatre will be hosting a Musical
Theater Summer Camp featuring Peter Pan. Kids will
enjoy games, music and movement, crafts and more.
Older children will also work on voice and dance. CYT
is held at Fox Valley Presbyterian Church, 227 Eastside
Dr. cytchicago.com 874-516-2298
Fire Department Risk Watch Summer Camp
The Geneva Fire and Police departments will hold
their annual Risk Watch Summer Camp for Geneva
kids entering first grade. Three two hour sessions will be
offered. The program uses fun activities and lessons to
teach the kids how to avoid preventable injuries.
Session #1: July 11–15, 9–11am
Session #2: July 11–15, 1–3pm
Session #3: July 18–22, 9am–11am
*There is a $20 non-refundable deposit for the class.
Contact Geneva Officer Frangella at 630-232-4736.
Geneva CUSD 304 receive Bright Red Apple Award
Geneva seniors named National Merit Finalists
Six Geneva High School students
were recently named Finalists in the
2011 National Merit Scholarship
Program, with several other
students achieving Semi-Finalist and
Commended status. Seniors Bradley
Bernhard, Grant Fairchild, Molly
Griffin, Alexander Ostgaard, John
Schrilla, and Collin Waldoch are
Fox Valley Robotics and Batavia Robotics
summer programs for Grades 1–12
Sullivan—have been named National
Merit Scholarship Commended
in the 2011 National Merit
Scholarship Program. All of the
above mentioned students deserve
a round of congratulations on their
prestigious accomplishment.
For the seventh year in a row, the
Geneva school district has been
awarded the Bright Red Apple
Award for academic excellence.
Given annually by SchoolSearch, an
educational research and consulting
firm, the Bright Red Apple Award
is based on academic performance,
pupil/teacher ratio, expenditure per
pupil, educational level of teachers,
and average teacher salary.
While all 868 school districts in
Illinois are considered for the award,
Geneva is one of only 73 school
districts to receive the 2011 Bright
Red Apple Award.
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Community news
www.neighborsofgeneva.com
Upcoming Park District Events
Butterfly Release Party
3-4:30pm, Fri., May 27
Everyone is invited to the
Peck Farm Park Butterfly House
for the butterfly release party.
In addition to releasing a
butterfly, kids will enjoy making
a butterfly craft, snacks, and a
butterfly hike. Space is limited
and registration is required at
genevaparks.org.
Breakfast with Bats
9:30–11:30am, Sat., June 11
All ages are invited to an up-close
morning with bats at Peck Farm Park.
Scott Heinrichs of the Flying Fox Conservation Fund
explains why bats are important species and what conservation efforts are
being made to preserve them and their habitats. Snacks provided.
Stone Creek Miniature Golf Course is open for the season
101 North Street on the corner of North Street and Route 31 in Wheeler Park.
On Mondays grandparents will receive one free admission per paid
grandchild. Golfers will receive two rounds of golf for the price of one on Two
for Tuesdays. On Wacky Wednesdays golfers can get all the golf they can play
for the cost of a regular admission. Teens will enjoy $1 off admission with a
current school ID on Totally Teen Thursdays. In addition to weekday specials,
Moms play free on Mother’s Day and Dads play free on Father’s Day.
Families invited to enjoy great American campout
Residents are invited to bring the entire family out for a fun-filled evening
under the stars on Sat., June 25. Families will enjoy nature and create lasting
memories during this campout at Peck Farm Park. Snacks, breakfast and games
will be provided but participants will need to bring their own camping gear.
There is a minimum of one adult per five children.
Selected library programs
Annual Children and Young Adult Book Sale
9am-3pm, Sat., June 4
The annual Children and Young Adult Book Sale is
a great way to expand a home library and stock up on
summer reading material.
Superhero Parade, free comics and craft
10am, Sat., May 7
Grades K & Up
All superheroes are invited to wear their favorite
costume and participate in a parade around the
library. Afterwards an awesome superhero craft will be
available between 10:15am-2pm. Each child will also
receive a free comic book.
Garden crafts
9am-4:30pm, Sat., May 14
All ages are invited to celebrate Gardenology day with
a cool garden craft, while supplies last.
Swedish Days at the Park District
Swedish Days at the Library
Local teen bands showcase their talents in a fun
competition sponsored by the Geneva Coalition for
Youth. The competition will be held from 4–10pm on
the Main Stage, located on Third Street, Mon., June 20.
The winner will perform on June 24, 6pm and move
on to regional competition with other Chicagoland
bands in July.
Library hosts Swedish Days Book Sale
Battle of the Bands
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3-on-3 basketball tournament
The area’s hottest 3-on-3 competition is held in
downtown Geneva during Swedish Days on Sat.,
June 25. Each team plays at least two games and all
players receive a souvenir shirt. Teams are limited to
five players and awards are given to the top teams in
each division. $50 per team, $60 non-resident teams.
630-262-2212
The much anticipated Swedish Days Book sale will
be held on Thurs., June 23 from 5–9pm, Fri., June 24
from 9am–5pm, and Sat., June 25 from 9am–3pm.
Thursday night’s sale is so popular that numbers for
first admittance are distributed at 9am on Thursday
morning at the check-in desk.
Victorian London:
Pleasures & Vices
2pm, Sun., May 15
Victorian Londoners had
their own special entertainments peculiar to their era.
The program describes a
select few, including the
music hall, panoramas,
penny gaffs, opium dens, gin
palaces, ladies of the night
and “the drop.” The origins of these entertainments and
how these enjoyments leveled the playing field in an
otherwise class-divided culture will all be discussed.
30 Spectacular Salads
7pm, Wed., May 18
Learn how to make spectacular, healthy salads using
fresh ingredients that work together to create wonderful
flavors. Recipes are based on the book 30 Spectacular
Salads by Kelly Donlea. Taste the freshness of Perfect
Pasta Salad, Black Bean Asparagus Salad and more.
Swedish Days fun
10am–2pm, June 22–June24
The library will have a tent out front offering all
sorts of fun activities for all ages. Little ones will
have the chance to win prizes with a fishing game.
Temporary tattoos will be available for all. And adults
will have fun checking out the “Tech Zoo.”
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t wouldn’t be summer in Geneva without the
“Granddaddy of Illinois Festivals,” Geneva Chamber
of Commerce’s 62nd Annual Swedish Days—A
Midsommar Festival. June 21 kicks off this six day
festival that continues through June 26.
“Swedish Days is a fest that is a summer classic. New
events will add a fresh spin to some of Swedish Days’
traditions. The volunteers, the parade participants and
the food vendors come back each year to create six days
of fun. We thank everyone involved for helping make
Swedish Days, our hometown festival, an event we can
be proud of,” says Jean Gaines, president of the Geneva
Chamber of Commerce.
Kick off this year’s celebration with the Craft Show.
Crafters from Illinois and neighboring states unveil their
handmade items at 10am, Tuesday on Hamilton Street.
Geneva merchants, restaurants and eateries also open
their doors to visitors and offer a full day and week of
specials. The evening partying begins at 7:30pm when
Liverpool, “The Ultimate Musical Tribute to the Beatles,”
takes Central Stage. Free musical entertainment will
be offered Tuesday—Saturday at the stage throughout
Swedish Days. Each day the music scene changes in
downtown Geneva. Bring a chair or lawn blanket and
enjoy an unforgettable six days of music!
Shopping downtown during the festival will be
“cutting-edge” this year. Windows will be filled with
QR Codes, a symbol that is read by the camera on
a Smartphone and directs the device to a specific
destination coordinated with the code. What surprises
will you find when you scan the codes?
All week kids can create masterpieces and participate
in activities designed just for them, culminating with a
day dedicated to all things kids, Kids’ Day on Friday,
where you will be able to get your game on in a Video
Game Tournament. Old favorites like the carnival, 3-on3 basketball tournament, and fire hose challenge are in
the lineup, along with the annual Swedish Days Parade.
We invite you to experience the Swedish Days
Invitational Car Show. This spectacular event will take
place Saturday and Sunday on Campbell and Third
Streets. Car enthusiasts can stroll and enjoy classic cars
set amidst the excitement of Swedish Days.
Complete listing of events will be available mid-May.
Brochures can be picked up in businesses throughout
downtown and the Geneva Commons. Also, visit
genevachamber.com (now mobile friendly) for a
downloadable copy.
See page 32 for a quick
Music Snapshot
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Nuggets
An eclectic collection of what’s happening in Geneva
Demisemiseptcentennial extravaganza
The Geneva Underground Playhouse will
present a satirical look at life in Geneva during the past
150 years as a fund-raiser for Geneva History Center.
The cost of $75 for GHC members and $100 for nonmembers includes heavy hor d’oeuvres at Urban Grille.
The $100 price also includes a year membership to
Geneva History Center. Performances will be held
May 19-21. 630-232-4951.
Charles Miller, Charles Miller Lawn & Snow and
Carrie Murphy Banas, Neighbors of Geneva Magazine at
Geneva Chamber Business After Hours in March. The event
honored long standing Chamber of Commerce
members of 15+ years.
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“I Feel Bad About My Neck”
Award-winning entertainer Barbara Rinella will
present I Feel Bad About My Neck and other thoughts
on being a woman, by Nora Ephron at The Little
Traveler on Mon., May 16. Humorous life lessons,
begin with this new book’s look at necks. The program
begins at 9am with breakfast in the Atrium Cafe. $18.50
registration fee includes a $5 coupon to be used on the
day of the show. 630-232-4200
Get a taste of spring at Gibby’s Wine Den
Gibby’s Wine Den is holding a Spring Wine
Tasting series on May 6, 13 and 27. Admission to
each flight is $2 and includes the opportunity to taste
six wines and the chance to interact one on one with
the distributors. Tasting Series will be held from 5–8pm
at Gibby’s Wine Den, 1772 S. Randall Rd., Geneva.
gibbys-wine.com
Experience Geneva’s sweet side
Geneva Chocolate Tours are a three hour
guided walking and tasting tour of select chocolate
shops, bakeries, and cafes, including traditional and
non-traditional chocolate locations. Two tours will be
held on Wed., May 18. Attendees visit Geneva’s most
popular chocolate stores, and some of the city’s secret
chocolate treasures, as they delve deeply into the rich
history of chocolate. Tickets are $40 and available
through Chicago Chocolate Tours at 312-929-2939 or
chicagochocolatetours.com/geneva-il.
Halfway to Halloween
The Kane County Cougars will celebrate
Halfway to Halloween on Fri., May 13 and Sat.,
May 14. Youngsters can trick-or-treat throughout the
ballpark before the game, and costumed fans can
participate in a pre-game parade on the field. Various
Halloween-related contests will take place and after
each game the sky will light up with a spooktacular
Halloween-themed fireworks show. 630-232-8811
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Nuggets
An eclectic collection of what’s happening in Geneva
Tom & Eddie’s feeds local educational charities, too
Tom & Eddie’s donated $4,000 to two local
organizations—the Geneva Academic Foundation
and the Batavia Foundation for Educational
Excellence. The funds were raised during the grand
opening celebration of the restaurant located at 1042
Commons Dr., Geneva. Tom & Eddie’s is a familyfriendly, gourmet burger restaurant. Beyond the
ambiance and food, the two things that Tom and Ed
believe in are integrity and commitment to community.
tomandeddies.com
Golf outing keeps festivals swinging
The Geneva Chamber Golf Outing will be
held on Thurs., June 9 at Tanna Farms Golf Club.
Golfers can sign up as foursomes or singles. Lunch is at
12pm followed by a shotgun start at 1pm. To close out
the evening, golfers will enjoy dinner at 5:30pm with an
awards ceremony and silent auction. Proceeds from the
outing will help fund Geneva festivals. 630-232-6060
Geneva Hearing Services celebrates five years
Geneva Hearing Services, 637 W. State St. will
host a five year anniversary celebration from 10am–5pm
on Mon., May 23. 630-232-9153
Savant Capital Management team member earns
prestigious designation
Savant Capital Management is pleased to
announce Maureen Fisk recently earned the
Registered Paraplanner (RP®) designation. Fisk is a
Client Services Coordinator located in Savant’s Geneva
office.
Sephora opens in Geneva Commons
Sephora is now open in the Geneva Commons.
Sephora specializes in selling prestigious cosmetics and
skin care offering such brands as CHANEL, Clinique,
NARS and many more. Sephora.com
Take an arts walk with First Fridays
A self-guided art walk and reception to showcase
the art galleries of Geneva “late ’til 9” is held the
first Friday of every month (May 6 and June 3). All
galleries are within walking distance of each other.
Many galleries provide refreshments; some have special
events, artists show openings or live performances. A
directory is available at participating galleries and at
artgalleriesgeneva.com.
Have your tea in proper style at Atwater‘s
On the third Thursday of each month (May 19 and
June 16), Atwater’s will be hosting Afternoon Tea.
A selection of hand-poured loose teas will be offered
as well as finger sandwiches, warm scones, pastries and
delicious desserts. Afternoon Tea is from 3–4:30pm
and is $19.50 per person plus tax and gratuity.
Reservations are required by calling 630-208-7433.
Geneva Place offers incentives for new residents
Geneva Place, a Covenant Rental Retirement
Community located at 27 N. Bennett Street in
downtown Geneva, has been working with new
residents by offering incentives worth up to $4,370.
Geneva Place residents experience independent
living in refined yet affordable rental apartment homes.
630-232-7733.
Fox Valley Young
Professionals Group is
expanding
The Fox Valley
Young Professionals
Networking Group is
looking for additional members. Founded by Carolyn
Russell, Special Projects Coordinator at Batavia
Enterprises, Inc and Alex Carsi of Interiors for
Business, this group brings together young professionals
in the Fox Valley. The group meets the first Thursday of
the month at 6pm, in various locations. 630-715-0519
Scott Lebin heads national foundation
Scott Lebin, president of Lebin Financial
Planning and Chairman of the Board of the
Geneva Chamber of Commerce was elected
to a two year term as president of Transamerica
Financial Advisor’s Circle of Honor Society, an
elite organization of top independent financial advisors
who operate a foundation to support charitable causes
of its representatives throughout the USA.
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Around the Block
A Century of fun in
Good Templar Park
Swedish Day (Svenskarnas
Dag, Inc.) is the Midwest’s
oldest Midsummer festival,
dating back to 1911. Swedish Day is June 19 at Geneva’s Good Templar Park,
528 Eastside Dr. Not to be
confused with the Swedish Days held in downtown
Geneva, this ethnic festival
is organized by the Swedish Day Committee of the
International Organization
of Good Templars. The event
has entertained the Fox Valley area for generations. The
public is invited to come out
for the day and enjoy beautiful Good Templar Park. This
family event has something
for everyone including an
arts & crafts fair, folk dancers, maypole celebration,
live Scandinavian music, and
more. swedishday.net
60 celebrity chefs
make great food for a
good cause
60 Men Who Cook returns
for a third year on Fri., May
6 at K ane Count y Fairgrounds, St. Charles. Sixty
local celebrity chefs will prepare their favorite appetizer,
side dish, main dish or des-
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for more, visit neighborsofgeneva.com
Spring returns at the
Fabyan Villa Museum
& Japanese Garden
Winners from the 2010 60 Men Who Cook event.
sert and compete to earn the S. Third and James Streets at Retrofits in an Historic Propmost votes from the crowd. 8am. Volunteers are asked to erty” at the Geneva History
Attendees can vote for their bring garden gloves, pruning Center on Tues., May 10 at
favorite chefs with their pock- shears, rakes, brooms, shovels 7pm and again on Tues., May
etbooks and every dollar is and trowels. GBC consists of 24 at 6:30pm. Liz Safanda
worth one vote. The event individuals, families, organi- will lead a walking tour startis presented by the Geneva zations and businesses that ing at the corner of Shady and
Chamber of Commerce to adopt, plant and maintain Cheever Avenues entitled
benefit the Geneva History gardens in Geneva’s business “The Cheever Addition and
Center, Geneva Lions Club district. Plantgeneva.org
Beyond” on Sat., May 14 at
and Rotary Club of Geneva.
1pm. ppfv.org
Tickets are $30 presale; (2
for $50 presale) $35 at the Geneva celebrates
door and are available at the Historic Preservation
Geneva Chamber of Com- Month
merce, 8 S. Third St.
Preservation Partners and
the Geneva Preservation
Commission will host free
Volunteer for
programs in May celebratdowntown gardens
ing Historic Preservation
The Geneva Beautifica- Month. Project architect Tom
tion Committee (GBC) is Bassette-Dilley will present
recruiting gardeners for the “Extreme Makeover at 405
garden preparation and sec- S. First Street—Green Energy
ond planting of the season on
Liz Safanda, tour guide, in
Sat., May 14. New volunteers
front of c. 1850 Italianate
should report to the corner of
home on Shady Ave.
The Fabyan Japanese Garden opens for the season
Sun., May 1. Hours are Sat.
and Sun., 1–4:30pm, Wed.
after May 15 and Thurs.,
June–August, 1–4pm. The
Fabyan Villa Museum opens
for guided public tours Sun.,
May 15. Hours are Wed.
1–4 pm, Sat. and Sun., 1–
4:30pm.
Elderday Center
offers Caregiver
support
Elderday Center offers free
caregiver support groups.
A general support group
is held every third Thursday from 5:30-7pm (respite
available with registration)
and Spouses Who Are Caregivers is held every second
Thursday from 1:30–3pm at
Elderday Center, 8 S. Lincoln
St., Batavia. Parkinson’s Support Groups are offered on
the second Wednesday from
1–2:30pm at South Elgin
Village Hall, 10 N. Water St.,
and at Delnor, 300 Randall
Rd., Geneva every third Saturday from 10:30–12pm.
630-761-9750
Baking pies to help
those in need
The Association for Individual Development invites
the public to participate
in their second annual pie
competition, a good old
fashioned pie bake off held
in the Geneva French Market
on Sun., June 12. There is an
entry fee of $10 per pie and
the top baker has a chance
to go home with $150. All
proceeds from the event go
towards helping individuals
with disabilities in the Fox
Valley Community.
the-association.org
July 4th run for
Lazarus House
Registration is now open
for runners and walkers
who wish to participate in
the July 4th Great Western
Freedom 4 to benefit Lazarus House. The event is held
at LeRoy Oakes Forest Preserve, St. Charles. The run is
a competitive 4 mile CARA
Certified race on a USATF
certified course and on the
Fox River Trail Runners Circuit. A new event feature is
a 2-mile walk.
Lazarushouseonline.com
Visitors see what’s new at the 3rd annual Gardenology.
Downtown Geneva
kicks off the
gardening season
Shops in dow ntow n
Geneva will host the 3rd
annual Gardenology on Sat.,
May 14 from 10am–4pm
along Third and State Streets.
Plants and accessories will
be available for purchase.
Scheduled seminars, demonstrations and children’s
events will be offered all day.
Experts from every horticulture field including farming,
landscape design, local nurseries, and more cover topics
ranging from herbs, composting, attracting butterflies and
much more.
Gardenologygenevail.com
Garden Party benefits
Hospice
Garden Party, Fox Valley
Volunteer Hospice’s (FVVH)
annual fund-raising event,
will be held May 13, at the Q
Center, St. Charles. The day
includes lunch and a silent
auction offering everything
from jewelry, furniture, massages, wine tastings, lodging
in exciting places to Cubs and
Sox tickets.
Fvvh.org or 630-232-2233
Take Great Strides
for cystic fibrosis
research
Take steps to cure cystic fibrosis by participating in the Fox Valley Great
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Around the Block
Strides Walk, May 22 at
Pot t awatom ie Park , St .
Charles. Great Strides is a
nationwide fundraiser for
the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation which raises money
to support vital research
for a cure. Teams can register at cff.org/Great_Strides.
F or more i n for m at ion ,
cont act A manda Zar at
[email protected].
Genealogy
presentations take a
look at family history
Noted local historian,
Craig Pfannkuche, will present “Dealing With Bad Guys
in One’s Family Tree” on
Thurs., May 26. On Thurs.,
June 16, speaker Gary Shea
will present “Irish Emigra-
tion and Its Connection with
Irish Family History.” Kane
County Genealogical Society presentations are held at
7:30pm at the Geneva History Center, 113 S. Third St.,
Geneva.
Memorial Day
concert supports
Wounded Warriors
Fox Valley Concert Band
will unite with Fox Valley
Repertory for Letters Home: A
Memorial Day Remembrance.
Performances will be held
May 28 at 8pm and May
29 at 2pm at Pheasant Run
Resort, St. Charles. A portion
of the $20 ticket price will
benefit the Illinois Wounded
Warriors Program. Actors
weave together soldiers’ let-
for more, visit neighborsofgeneva.com
The Geneva Garden Club
2011 Garden Walk celebrates
the beauty of Geneva with
five Geneva gardens. Attendees will enjoy refreshments
while visiting the Garden
Boutique in the Geneva History Center, 113 S. Third St. A
variety of garden accessories
will be for sale at reasonable
prices. The walk will be held
June 10 and 11 from 10am4pm. Tickets are $15 advance
purchase; $17 day of walk.
genevagardenclub.com
Geneva Green
Market opens for the
season
The Geneva Green Market
will open for the season on
Thurs., June 2. The market
is devoted to locally grown
Important Contacts
Emergency...................................... 911
ters written to friends and
family during their time of
service and music performed
by the Fox Valley Concert
Band
Geneva Garden Club
walk features five
local gardens
Neighbors of Geneva Magazine
food, local sustainability, and
conservation of resources.
Thursdays through October
the market will offer local
produce, fruit, meat, eggs,
cheese, breads, and more
from 7am-1pm along the Fox
River in the parking lot at 75
N. River Lane, Geneva.
City of Geneva.......................................................................630-232-7494
Police (non-emergency).................................................. 630-232-4736
Fire (non-emergency)....................................................... 630-232-2530
Public Works..........................................................................630-232-1501
Utility Billing.........................................................................630-232-0854
Allied Waste Industries garbage pick-up..................630-892-9294
Park District........................................................................... 630-232-4542
Animal Control......................................................................630-232-3555
Chamber of Commerce....................................................630-232-6060
Public Library....................................................................... 630-232-0780
Post Office.............................................................................. 630-232-6262
J.U.L.I.E.......................................................................811 or 800-892-0123
Nicor Gas................................................................................888-642-6748
Comcast.................................................................................. 866-594-1234
Geneva Senior Center....................................................... 630-232-3602
Delnor Hospital...................................................................630-208-3000
Internet
City of Geneva............................................................. www.geneva.il.us
Geneva Chamber of Commerce.........www.genevachamber.com
Geneva Downtown Partnership..... www.genevadowntown.org
Beautification Committee............................... www.PlantGeneva.org
SPAC........................................................................ www.genevaspac.org
Cultural Arts Commission................................... www.genevarts.org
Geneva History Center....................www.genevahistorycenter.org
Geneva Park District........................................www.genevaparks.org
Geneva Public Library.........................................www.geneva.lib.il.us
Geneva Community Chest.... www.genevacommunitychest.org
Neighbors of Geneva Magazine
Zonta Club welcomes
new members
Zonta Club of St. CharlesGeneva-Bataiva opens doors
to networking and friendships while enhancing the
status of women worldwide.
Members provide services to
individuals and families and
raise funds to support local
service projects. The Zonta
Club meets the first Tuesday of every month at 6pm
at Urban Grille in Geneva.
zontawest-sgb.org
Geneva Resources
Community Clubs & Organizations
If you would like your club or organization listed, forward contact
information to: [email protected]
Alcoholics Anonymous.........630-377-6610 www.aadistrict61.org
Delnor Hospital............................................................www.delnor.com
First Fridays Gallery Walk.................www.artgalleriesgeneva.com
Geneva Academic Foundation........................ www.gafgeneva.org
Geneva Community Chest.... www.genevacommunitychest.org
Geneva Downtown Partnership..... www.genevadowntown.org
Geneva Garden Club........................ www.genevagardenclub.com
Geneva Green Market..................... www.genevagreenmarket.org
Geneva History Center....................www.genevahistorycenter.org
Geneva Lions Club.................................... www.genevalionsclub.org
Geneva Music Boosters...............www.genevamusicboosters.org
Geneva Rotary Club . .....................................www.genevarotary.org
Geneva Senior Center...........................www.genevatownship.com
Swedish Days
Music Snapshot
Tuesday, June 22
7:30pm Central Stage—Liverpool
The ultimate musical tribute to the
Beatles
Wednesday, June 23
1–3pm Unplugged on the Lawn—
Charlie Prazma
Charlie Prazma is a local musician
who performs acoustic rock classics
for 25 years
6pm Central Stage—
Swedish American Children’s Choir
7:30pm Central Stage—Mike & Joe
Alternative and modern rock from
the ‘90s through today. One of the
most popular cover bands in the
Midwest.
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Geneva High School......................................................... 630-463-3800
Geneva School District.................................................... 630-463-3000
Kane County Government Center................................630-232-3400
Geneva History Center...................................................... 630-232-4951
Geneva Township Assessor............................................. 630-232-3604
Geneva Township...................................www.genevatownship.com
Forest Preserve District of Kane County.... www.kaneforest.com
Kane County Government Center........... www.countyofkane.org
Kane County Health Department...............www.kanehealth.com
Kane County Cougars........................................ www.kccougars.com
Kiwanis Club Geneva..................................................www.kiwanis.org
League of Women Voters..........................................www.lwvckc.org
LivingWell Cancer Resource Center...........www.livingwellcrc.org
Mother’s Club of Geneva..........www.mothersclubofgeneva.com
Preservation Partners of the Fox Valley................... www.ppfv.org
Tri City Family Services....................www.tricityfamilyservices.org
Zonta Club...............................................................www.zontawest-sgb
Thursday, June 24
1–3pm Unplugged on the Lawn—
Dennis O’Brien
A solid vocalist and acoustic guitar
player, well-versed in multiple
musical genres that include Rock,
Blues and Folk.
6pm Central Stage—
Battle of the Bands Winner
Performance by the first place
winner of the Geneva Park District
Battle of the Bands held Monday,
June 20
7:30pm Central Stage—Brother John
With a repertoire that ranges from
classic rock to jazz, their music is
bound to appeal to any audience!
Friday, June 25
7:30pm Central Stage—Spoken Four
Spoken Four performs over five
decades of music— timeless
favorites, from every great time.
Saturday, June 26
1–3pm Unplugged on the Lawn—
One Stormy Heart
Joey McCall’s plays a wide range of
music from Acoustic Alternative to
Electronic, both covers and original
songs.
6pm In front of Central Stage—
State Street Dance
Watch excerpts from the ever
popular Mary Poppins and the
beautiful Coppellia Ballet. Plus a
special treat for all.
7:30pm Central Stage—
Yard Fulla Cars
THE “must see” energetic Chicago
country band. This enormously
entertaining band will have you
dancing and singing along in no
time!
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Call Carrie 630-248-5465 or 630-995-3482
Or e-mail: [email protected]
GENEVA
SUNDAY
M A Y 2011
MONDAY
TUESDAY
1
Fabyan Japanese
Garden opens for
season, 1pm
WEDNESDAY
2
City Council
Meeting,
7pm
3
THURSDAY
4
Zonta Club,
6pm,
Urban Grille
FRIDAY
5
Cultural Arts
Commission,
7pm,
City Hall
French Market,
9am-2pm,
Train Station
SATURDAY
6
60 Men Who
Cook,
Kane County
Fairgrounds
7
Superhero
Parade,
10am,
Library
First Friday’s
Art Gallery Walk
West Side Brush Collection
8
9
Board of
Education
Meeting, 7pm
French Market,
9am-2pm,
Train Station
Committee of the
Whole, 7pm
10
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Extreme
Makeover at
405 S. First St.,
7pm,
History Center
12
Plan Commission
Meeting, 7pm
13
Lions Club
Diabetes Day
Library Closed
East Side Brush Collection
15
Fabyan Villa
Museum opens
for season, 1pm
16
City Council
Meeting, 7pm
17
Historic
Preservation
Commission, 7pm
18
19
20
30 Spectacular
Salads, 7pm,
Library
14
Gardenology,
11am-4pm,
downtown
GBC Planting,
8am,
S. Third & James St.
East Side Walking
Tour, 1pm, Shady
& Cheever Ave.
Lions Club
Diabetes Day
21
Child Advocacy
Center walk
French Market,
9am-2pm,
Train Station
Victorian London:
Pleasures and
Vices,
2pm, Library
22
French Market,
9am-2pm,
Train Station
West Side Brush Collection
23
Board of
Education
Meeting, 7pm
Committee of the
Whole, 7pm
24
Extreme
Makeover at
405 S. First St.,
6:30pm,
History Center
25
26
Library Board
Meeting, 7pm
Kane County
Genealogical
Society, 7:30pm,
History Center
27
Butterfly Release
Party,
3-4:30pm,
Peck Farm Park
East Side Brush Collection
29
30
MMTT Kidd’s
Triathlon at
Delnor
French Market,
9am-2pm,
Train Station
Memorial Day,
No School
Memorial Day
Parade, 10am
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information
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Sunset Pool
opens
Reach every
home and business
in the tri-cities
Call Carrie 630-248-5465 or 630-995-3482
Or e-mail: [email protected]
GENEVA
SUNDAY
J U N E 2011
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
1
Lions of Illinois
Annual “Walk for
Sight” for Sunday
6
City Council
Meeting, 7pm
French Market,
8am-2pm,
Train Station
SATURDAY
2
Green Market,
7am-1pm,
75 N. River Ln.
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5
FRIDAY
3
First Friday’s Art
Gallery Walk
Cultural Arts
Commission, 7pm,
City Hall
7
Last Day of School
Zonta Club, 6pm,
Urban Grille
8
Heartsaver
CPR/AED classes,
6:30pm,
Geneva Fire
Department
Station #1
9
Green Market,
7am-1pm,
75 N. River Ln.
Chamber Golf
Outing,
Tanna Farms
Plan Commission
Meeting, 7pm
10
4
Children and
Young Adult Book
Sale,
9am-3pm,
Library
11
Geneva Garden
Club Walk,
10am-4pm, starts
at History Center
Kane County
Health
Department
Fit for Kids 5K
Sun Safety Day,
12:30-3pm,
Sunset Pool
Breakfast with
Bats, 9:3011:30am,
Peck Farm Park
West Side Brush Collection
12
13
French Market,
9am-2pm, Train
Station
Board of
Education
Meeting, 7pm
AID Pie Bake Off,
French Market
Committee of the
Whole, 7pm
14
15
Heartsaver
CPR/AED classes,
6:30pm,
Geneva Fire
Department
Station #1
16
Green Market,
7am-1pm,
75 N. River Ln.
Kane County
Genealogical
Society, 7:30pm,
History Center
17
18
Princess and the
Frog,
8-10pm,
Sunset Pool
East Side Brush Collection
19
French Market,
9am-2pm,
Train Station
Swedish Day
Good Templar
Park
20
City Council
Meeting, 7pm
Battle of the
Bands,
4-10pm,
S. Third St.
21
Swedish
Days
22
Swedish
Days
Historic
Preservation
Commission, 7pm
23
Swedish
Days
Swedish
Days
Green Market,
7am-1pm,
75 N. River Ln.
Teen Night,
8-10pm,
Sunset Pool
Park District
3-on-3 Basketball
Tournament
West Side Brush Collection
27
Swedish
Days
Board of
Education
Meeting, 7pm
French Market,
9am-2pm,
Train Station
Committee of the
Whole, 7pm
28
East Side Brush Collection
29
25
Swedish
Days
Library Swedish
Days Book Sale,
5-9pm
26
24
30
Green Market,
7am-1pm,
75 N. River Ln.
Great American
Campout,
Peck Farm Park
Neighbors of Geneva Magazine
The last page…
by Susan Cherney
he Geneva History Center
Archives has a real photo
postcard showing probably the
very earliest “swimming pool” in
Geneva (ca 1920s). It was the mill
race on the Fox River in Geneva
which was located on the east side
of the river just north of the State
Street Bridge. At this location, there
was a diving board and a slide but
perhaps very little supervision.
Children developed infections as the
water contained raw sewage from
communities upriver from Geneva.
Children would often hitchhike or
take the streetcar to Batavia or St.
Charles to swim in their community
pools.
In May 1945 there was an effort
by the City of Geneva Playground
and Recreational Board to build a
Geneva Community Swimming
Pool which would be dedicated
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to the Geneva men and women
serving the country during WWII.
For some reason, the project was
tabled. Research indicates that this
may be due to the fact that there
was a large epidemic of polio in
the United States immediately after
WWII. People were advised to
‘stay out of the water.’ The height
of this epidemic was in 1952.
The first polio vaccine, developed
by Dr. Jonas Salk, only became
available in 1955.
In 1955, Burgess-Norton Mfg.
Company offered to donate its
recreation center and property
at the corner of South Street and
Western Avenue for the dual
purpose of a youth recreation center
and a swimming pool. In 1956, a
fund drive began in early March
with a goal of $125,000. By the end
of the month $135,000 had
been pledged from private donors.
Ground was broken in April. The
Geneva Memorial Community
Center Pool became a reality.
The current Geneva swimming
pool is the Geneva Park District
Sunset Pool located at Sunset Park,
710 Western Avenue. A $3.51
million pool project referendum was
passed in April 1995. Construction
began in September 1995. The new,
modern Sunset Pool was dedicated
June 15, 1996.
The public is invited to visit
the Geneva History Center to
view In Other Words: A History of
Communication in Geneva along
with its companion exhibition Every
Story Counts: Everyday Stories From
Everyday Genevans. Both exhibitions
close June 25.
Susan Cherney is with the
Geneva History Center