Tuesday, June 23
Many merchants offer specials
10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Creation Station – James and Third streets, north side of Courthouse. Light the way with your handmade bottle firefly.
10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Exhibitions – Geneva History Museum, 113 S. Third St. Admission includes exhibitions and train show: $3/adults, $2/ages 12 and under and museum members.
* Geneva’s Story – Exhibition of Geneva’s history featuring iPad stations and a Fargo Theatre.
* Awkward Family Photos – Exhibition of more than 200 awkward but humorous family photos.
* Train Show of large scale railroading – hosted by the LGB Model Railroad Club of Chicago.
noon-5 p.m.
Geneva History Museum Trolley Tours – departs from southwest corner James and Second streets.Geneva History Museum will share the history of homes and buildings in the historic district, including stories of the people who settled the town. Air-conditioned trolley tours start each hour on the hour. $10/person. Handicap accessible.
1-3 p.m.
Circus on Third – Third Street between James and Campbell streets. The Runaway Circus comes to Geneva full of adventure. Free face painting with Midwest Fun Factory. At 1 p.m. Istvan & His Imaginary Band will rock the house.
2-9 p.m.
Quad Power Jump – South Fourth and James streets. Young and old defy gravity with bounces and flips, all while safely harnessed. $6/person.
2-10 p.m.
Carnival/Windy City Amusements – Courthouse parking lot, James and Fourth streets. From 2-6 p.m., unlimited rides $25/person.
3-5 p.m.
Concerts on the Lawn – Courthouse lawn, South Third Street – Ricky Davis. Chicago native Ricky Davis has a highly original style of music influenced by a vast range of music genres. Sponsored by Insurance through AAA
6-7 p.m.
Ice Cream Eating Contest – Central Stage. Registration begins at 5:30 p.m.with limited spaces available for Colonial Cafe & Ice Cream’s free ice cream-eating contest. The contest begins at 6 p.m. and is open to all ages. Four age groups. Prizes for all. Sponsored by Colonial Cafe & Ice Cream
CENTRAL STAGE
South Third Street at Courthouse – R/J Recording & Sound. Co-Sponsored by Shodeen Homes and Comfort Inn & Suites of Geneva
7:30 p.m. – Central Stage – 7th Heaven. Charting No. 1 on the Midwest Billboard Charts three times in the past three years, 7th Heaven has been an entertainment staple for 30 years.
Wednesday, June 24
Many merchants offer specials
10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Creation Station – James and Third streets, north side of Courthouse. Little music lovers can try to play a variety of instruments at the Music Instrument Petting Zoo presented by Sounds Like Music.
10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Fun at the Library Tent – Geneva Public Library, 127 James St. Fun for all ages; free activities and giveaways.
10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Exhibitions – Geneva History Museum, 113 S. Third St. Three exciting exhibitions. Full details found under Tuesday, June 23, listing.
10 a.m.-9 p.m.
Quad Power Jump – South Fourth and James streets. Young and old defy gravity with bounces and flips, all while safely harnessed. $6/person
11 a.m.-10 p.m.
Carnival/Windy City Amusements – Courthouse parking lot, James and Fourth streets. From noon-4 p.m., unlimited rides $25/person.
noon-5 p.m.
Geneva History Museum Trolley Tours – departs from southwest corner James and Second streets. Full details found under Tuesday, June 23 listing.
1-3 p.m.
Concerts on the Lawn – Courthouse lawn, South Third Street – Patrick Spiroff. Patrick’s style of songwriting has been described as Folk Rock with dashes of Americana or as “gut punch” ballads. Sponsored by Insurance through AAA
CENTRAL STAGE
South Third Street at Courthouse – R/J Recording & Sound. Presented by Shodeen Homes
5:30 p.m. – Central Stage – Swedish American Children’s Choir. With over 200 performances, the choir has gained a reputation for performance excellence.
6:30 p.m. – Central Stage – Geneva’s Got Talent Semi-Finals. The Geneva Park District is proud to join efforts with the Geneva Chamber of Commerce to produce a competition to showcase the area’s talent. Come and cheer on the individuals competing for a chance to perform at the Saturday, June 27 finals and a $1,000 cash prize.
8 p.m. – Central Stage – Dennis O’Brien Band. The Dennis O’Brien Band performs classic covers with meaningful arrangements.
Thursday, June 25
Many merchants offer specials
8:30-10:30 a.m.
Geneva Settler’s Coffee Hour – Geneva Golf Club, 831 South St. Continental breakfast will be served. Prize for longest residency in Geneva (for people who have resided in Geneva 15 years or more). Sponsored by Delnor Glen Senior Living a Part of Northwestern Medicine
10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Creation Station – James and Third streets, north side of Courthouse. Let’s go color a kite.
10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Fun at the Library Tent – Geneva Public Library, 127 James St. Fun for all ages; free activities and giveaways.
10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Exhibitions – Geneva History Museum, 113 S. Third St. Three exciting exhibitions. Full details found under Tuesday, June 23 listing.
10 a.m.-9 p.m.
Quad Power Jump – South Fourth and James streets. Young and old defy gravity with bounces and flips, all while safely harnessed. $6/person
11 a.m.-10 p.m.
Carnival/Windy City Amusements – Courthouse parking lot, James and Fourth streets. From noon-4 p.m., unlimited rides $25/person.
noon-5 p.m.
Geneva History Museum Trolley Tours – departs from southwest corner James and Second streets. Full details found under Tuesday, June 23 listing.
1-3 p.m.
Concerts on the Lawn – Courthouse lawn, South Third Street – Plain White V’s. This group of high school and college musicians play music ranging from the jazz music of Miles Davis to today’s radio hits. Sponsored by Insurance through AAA
3-10 p.m.
Craft Brew@402 – North Fourth Street between State and Hamilton streets. Purchase Geneva’s own locally crafted beers from Penrose Brewing Company and Stockholm’s at the beer tent. Enjoy this tented event through Sunday. Food available from Geneva Community Chest. Live music with Jacque Miller (sultry blend of rock, blues and jazz) from 8-10 p.m. Sponsored by The PrivateBank
5-9 p.m.
Annual Used Book Sale – Geneva Public Library, 127 James St. Numbers for first admittance will be distributed beginning at 9 a.m. at the Check-in Desk just inside the library entrance.
CENTRAL STAGE
South Third Street at Courthouse – R/J Recording & Sound. Co-Sponsored by Shodeen Homes and Charles Schwab & Co., Inc.
7:30 p.m. – Central Stage – Heartache Tonight. With meticulous attention to detail, Heartache Tonight, An Eagles Concert Experience, brings together music from all eras and incarnations.
Friday, June 26
Many merchants offer specials
8 a.m.
Geneva Park District Dodgeball Tournament – Wheeler Park (Route 31). Three divisions: Grades 3/4, Grades 5/6 and Grades 7/8. Each team can have 6-8 players, six players will play at a time and each team is guaranteed to play two games. All Star Sports Instruction will be officiating. Register in person at the Geneva Park District; online at www.genevaparks.org. Deadline is 6/19. Register based on the grade level in the 2014-15 school year. Each player needs to sign a waiver located on the Sport Spot at genevaparks.org. Information: 630-232-4542. $100/team.
9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Annual Used Book Sale – Geneva Public Library, 127 James St.
10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Fun at the Library Tent – Geneva Public Library, 127 James St. Make a sidewalk masterpiece. Chalk will be provided.
10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Exhibitions – Geneva History Museum, 113 S. Third St. Three exciting exhibitions. Full details found under Tuesday, June 23 listing.
10 a.m.-9 p.m.
Quad Power Jump – South Fourth and James streets. Young and old defy gravity with bounces and flips, all while safely harnessed. $6/person
11 a.m.-10 p.m.
Carnival/Windy City Amusements – Courthouse parking lot, James and Fourth streets. From noon-4 p.m., unlimited rides $25/person.
3-11 p.m.
Craft Brew@402 – North Fourth Street between State and Hamilton streets. Purchase Geneva’s own locally crafted beers from Penrose Brewing Company and Stockholm’s at the beer tent. Enjoy this tented event through Sunday. Food available from Geneva Community Chest. Live music with Darel St. John (unplugged pop) from 8-10 p.m. Sponsored by The PrivateBank
7 p.m.
“The Odd Couple”– Playhouse 38, 524 W. State St. (lower level). Enjoy a play coordinated by Geneva Park District. Information: 630-232-4542.
9 p.m.-midnight
Twilight Golf Night – Stone Creek Miniature Golf Course, Wheeler Park (Route 31). Presented by Geneva Park District. Play miniature golf … in the dark. Glow-in-the-dark golf balls provided. No pre-registration. Ages 13 and older. Last tee time is 11:15 p.m. $8 per round. Information: 630-232-4542.
CENTRAL STAGE
South Third Street at Courthouse – R/J Recording & Sound. Co-Sponsored by Shodeen Homes and Geneva Park District
7:30 p.m. – Central Stage – Hillbilly Rockstarz. Chicago’s very own country super group, specializing in covering the latest hits in country music, including some of your classic favorites.
KIDS’ DAY
Friday, June 26 – South Third Street at Courthouse. Sponsored by Geneva Bank & Trust, A Wintrust Community Bank
11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Geneva Bank & Trust, a Wintrust Community Bank – Courthouse lawn. Stop by their booth on Friday, June 26, to play the Wheel of Fun and win prizes. Free Face Painting at the bank 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m.-noon Saturday. Magician on Saturday 10 a.m.-noon. Member FDIC.
11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Colonial Cafe & Ice Cream – Courthouse lawn. Spin the prize wheel for a chance to win either a mini-treat, a hot fudge sundae or a free kids’ meal at the Colonial Cafe & Ice Cream booth. Also sign-up to “Win Your Height in Turtle Sundaes.”
11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Kyuki-Do Martial Arts of Geneva, Inc. – Courthouse lawn. Kyuki-Do Martial Arts of Geneva is excited to introduce new programs specifically designed for 3 and 4 year olds, and 5 and 6 year olds. Come and join in on free interactive demonstrations, as well as a chance to “Spin & Win” on the prize wheel.
11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Kane County Cougars – Campbell Street. KidZone booth – Kids can take their best swings in a batting practice inflatable.
11 a.m.-3 p.m.
St. Charles Bowl – Campbell Street. St. Charles Bowl is a Fox Valley Tradition since 1961. Enjoy a lawn bowling game and receive a coupon for a free game of bowling at St. Charles Bowl. Register to win a Bowling Party.
11-11:30 a.m.
Check In for Kids’ Day Parade – Geneva Public Library lawn, Second and James streets. Get creative and enter in one of these parade categories: Fun with Duct Tape, Swedish Costumes, Decorated Bikes & Trikes, Anything Goes, From the Movies.
11:30 a.m.-noon
Judging of Parade Entries
noon
Kick off – Kids’ Day Parade. Line of March: West on James Street to Third Street, south to Campbell Street, disperses at Third and Campbell streets. Awards ceremony will immediately follow.
1-3 p.m.
Geneva Park District Performances and Kids’ Day Activities – Central Stage, Courthouse lawn and Campbell Street. Performances by Geneva Park District Sunset Dancers, Angels Cheerleading and Geneva Gymnastics Academy followed by fun activities on the courthouse lawn; all coordinated by the Geneva Park District. Dunk Tank and Hoop It Up coordinated by All Star Sports Instruction. Geneva Fire Department presents “Kids’ Fire Hose Challenge” and snorkel on Campbell Street.
3-7 p.m.
Kids’ Day Special – Stone Creek Miniature Golf Course, Wheeler Park (Route 31). Presented by Geneva Park District. $2 miniature golf for kids ages 3-15.
Saturday, June 27
Many merchants offer specials
Saturday and Sunday
Cooking Demonstrations – 318 James St., (Kane County Judges Lot). Kitchen Craft offers cooking demonstrations (perhaps some Swedish recipes too) featuring their water-free greaseless cookware and will pass out free gifts and samples. The times will start at beginning of the event each day and will run about every two hours.
8 a.m.-noon
Geneva Lutheran Church Breakfast – 301 S. Third St. Authentic fresh-off-the-griddle Swedish Pancakes served with a choice of toppings, sausage links, coffee or juice. All proceeds go to Summer Youth Trip. $7 adults, $4 children under 12. Rain location: church basement.
8 a.m.-5 p.m.
45th Annual Granquist Music Competition – Geneva High School, 416 McKinley Ave. Hosting over 1,000 musicians from age 4 through adult. All types of instruments are represented as well as vocal entries. Not open for viewing by the public. To learn more about the competition, visit www.genevachamber.com/granquist. Sponsored by Geneva Chamber of Commerce
9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Annual Used Book Sale – Geneva Public Library, 127 James St. $8 Bag Sale – all the books you can fit in a bag provided by the sale.
9 a.m.-5 p.m.
3-on-3 Basketball Tournament – Third Street. Hosted by the Geneva Park District. Age groups will play at different times. Each team is guaranteed two games. Roster is limited to five players. Players cannot play on more than one team and teams will be placed in the category of their oldest player; $60 per team. Call 630-232-4542 for more information. Sponsored by Gerald Subaru North Aurora
10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Creation Station – James and Third streets, north side of Courthouse. Express originality with this rolling paint activity
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Swedish Cottage Walk & Viking Ship – Good Templar Park, 528 East Side Drive. View Swedish Stugas (Cottages) on guided tours. Moderate activity level, uneven ground. The Cottage Walk cost is $10. The Viking Ship will be open 1- 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Visit the Lingonberry Cafe serving Swedish meatballs, Swediedogs and other Swedish treats. Also open, Swedie Pie’s Bakery and The Camp Store for sweets and treats with Swedish flavor. Information: 847-845-2640.
10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Sweden Väst – South Fourth and State streets. An area of all things Swedish. Enter through the Swedish Cottage and experience art, music, food, games as you would in Sweden. See page 5 for complete listing of events. Sponsored by I.B. Quality Cabinets
10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Rosemaling Show – Good Templar Park (Community House), 528 East Side Drive. View beautiful decorative Norwegian folk painting. Show includes competition, sales demonstrations, food and raffle.
10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Exhibitions – Geneva History Museum, 113 S. Third St. Three exciting exhibitions. Full details found under Tuesday, June 23 listing.
10 a.m.-9 p.m.
Quad Power Jump – South Fourth and James streets. Young and old can defy gravity and experience bounces and flips, all while safely harnessed. $6/person.
11 a.m.-10 p.m.
Carnival/Windy City Amusements – Courthouse parking lot, James and Fourth streets. From noon-4 p.m., unlimited rides $25/person.
11 a.m.-11 p.m.
Craft Brew@402 – North Fourth Street between State and Hamilton streets.Purchase Geneva’s own locally crafted beers from Penrose Brewing Company and Stockholm’s at the beer tent. Enjoy this tented event through Sunday. Food available from Geneva Community Chest. Live music with The MacCartyns (’60s and ’70s rock ‘n’ roll band) from 8-10 p.m. Sponsored by The PrivateBank
1-3 p.m.
Concerts on the Lawn – Courthouse lawn, South Third Street. Ask Your Folks – a Chicago-based trio comprised of guitar, fiddle, and string bass, resulting in a cohesive blend of bluegrass, jazz, Appalachian folk, and funk. Sponsored by Insurance through AAA
3 p.m. and 7 p.m.
“The Odd Couple”– Playhouse 38, 524 W. State St. (lower level). Enjoy a play coordinated by Geneva Park District. Information: 630-232-4542.
9 p.m.-midnight
Twilight Golf Night – Stone Creek Miniature Golf Course, Wheeler Park (Route 31). Presented by Geneva Park District. Play miniature golf … in the dark. Glow-in-the-dark golf balls provided. No pre-registration. Ages 13 and older. Last tee time 11:15 p.m. $8 per round. Information: 630-232-4542.
CENTRAL STAGE
South Third Street at Courthouse – R/J Recording & Sound. Co-Sponsored by Shodeen Homes, Kane County Chronicle and Gerald Subaru North Aurora
6:30 p.m. – Central Stage – Geneva’s Got Talent Finals. Finalists chosen from Wednesday night’s competition will compete for First Place and a $1,000 cash prize.
8 p.m. – Central Stage – The Moods. The Moods are a singing group consisting of four guys dedicated to the fine art of harmony and choreography. Performing Motown, blues, pop, jazz, doo-wop and rock n’ roll – they are not to be missed.
Sunday, June 28
Saturday and Sunday
Cooking Demonstrations – 318 James St., (Kane County Judges Lot). Kitchen Craft offers cooking demonstrations (perhaps some Swedish recipes too) featur-ing their water-free greaseless cookware and will pass out free gifts and samples. The times will start at beginning of the event each day and will run about every two hours.
7-11 a.m.
All-You-Can-Eat Parade Day Breakfast – 22 S. Second St. Presented by Geneva Vikings Mimer Lodge No. 33. (American Legion Post 75 tent). Swedish pancakes, fried herring, bacon, eggs, potatoes, beverages. Adults $12; kids 12 and under $6.
10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Sweden Väst – South Fourth and State streets. An area of all things Swedish. Enter through the Swedish Cottage and experience art, music, food, games as you would in Sweden. See page 5 for complete listing of events. Sponsored by I.B. Quality Cabinets
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Swedish Cottage Walk & Viking Ship – Good Templar Park, 528 East Side Drive. Full details found under Saturday, June 27 listing.
10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Quad Power Jump – South Fourth and James streets. Young and old defy gravity with bounces and flips, all while safely harnessed. $6/person.
11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Craft Brew@402 – North Fourth Street between State and Hamilton streets. Purchase Geneva’s own locally crafted beers from Penrose Brewing Company and Stockholm’s at the beer tent. Food available from Geneva Community Chest. Sponsored by The PrivateBank
11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Rosemaling Show – Good Templar Park (Community House), 528 East Side Drive. View beautiful decorative Norwegian folk painting. Show includes competition, sales demonstrations, food and raffle.
11 a.m.-8 p.m.
Carnival/Windy City Amusements – Courthouse parking lot, James and Fourth streets. From noon-4 p.m., unlimited rides $25/person.
1 p.m.
66th Annual Swedish Days Parade – Join us for a hometown parade. Line of march: Anderson Boulevard and Center Street, south to State Street, east on State to Third Street, south on Third to Metra Train Station. Marshaled by Viking Service Organization and coordinated by Geneva Chamber of Commerce. VIP Tent sponsored by Charles Schwab & Co., Inc.
3 p.m.
“The Odd Couple”– Playhouse 38, 524 W. State St. (lower level). Enjoy a play coordinated by Geneva Park District. Information: 630-232-4542.
