Events for May 2019

Events for May 2019
Aurora Regional Chamber of Commerce
Apr 24 - Jun 2    August Rush

When the Broadway Series began in 2011, we had big dreams for what it could become. Over the years, those dreams have been brought to life again and again. And now, one of our biggest dreams is finally becoming a reality. For the first time in its history, the Paramount Theatre will produce a brand new musical, and this one is all about the music.

Evan Taylor, an 11 year old orphan, believes in music like some believe in fairytales. In a cruel twist of fate, Evan’s mother, an accomplished classical cellist, and his father, the lead singer of a rock band, don’t even know he exists in this world. Even after so many years gone, Evan has not given up hope as he relentlessly searches for the parents he knows need him. Quickly discovering he too is a musical prodigy, Evan surrenders himself to the symphony of sounds and follows the music. In this inspiring love story, music is everywhere, but will it lead Evan home?

From the theatre that won the Jeff Award for “Best Large Musical” three years in a row, the moving story of August Rush is brought to the stage in Paramount Theatre’s first new musical. We invite you to be a part of history and join us for this world premiere. All you have to do is follow the music home…to the Paramount Theatre.

Date: April 24, 2019
Time: 1:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Website: https://paramountaurora.com/events/august-rush/
Location: Paramount Arts Theatre
23 E Galena Blvd
Aurora, Il  60506
EMail: info@paramountarts.com
Fees/Admission: $36 - $69
May 3    HOME SCHOOL JUMP
 Attention homeschool community!
Sky Zone is excited to announce some special time just for your community.
Come out and get a chance to learn the physics of bounce and flight on our
Main Court, Sky Slam, Foam Zone and Dodgeball Courts with your friends and family. Meet other homeschooling families in the area or bring your community with you and enjoy an AWESOME, HEALTHY & FUN time! 
Date: May 3, 2019
Time: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Website: http://aurorastore.skyzone.com/areas/
Location: SKY ZONE HOME SCHOOL JUMP AURORA
87 EXECUTIVE DRIVE
AURORA, IL 60504


 
Contact: SKY ZONE AURORA 331-207-4759
EMail: tabitha.griffin@skyzone.com
Date/Time Details: EVERY 2ND & 4TH FRIDAY OF EVERY MONTH
Dates are subject to change due to School Days Off
Please check our calendar for updates
Fees/Admission: $15 for 2 Hours of Jumping for one jumper 
$10 for each additional Sibling.
*Sky Socks are required to jump and not included in the price
$3 for each pair of socks that you can keep, wash and re-use next time  you come to SkyZone!
Save the lines and purchase your ticket online
May 4    Archery Lessons (JOAD)
Nock and Feather Kustom Archery has been meeting the needs of the Fox Valley archery community since 1965, and would like to invite you to take part in our JOAD lessons. JOAD is the Junior Olympic Archery Development program created by USA Archery. Nock and Feather is proud to offer this program to the Fox Valley. This 90 minute weekly group archery lesson is focused on the beginning shooter teaching safety, and proper technique. As shooters advance in their skill we offer opportunities for advanced classes and competitions if desired. Lessons may be started at any time. All classes are taught by USA Archery and S3DA certified staff and the beginner classes include equipment.

Our mission is to educate and preserve the tradition of archery through target shooting and hunting for future generations. Come join us and see why the pros have been shopping here since 1965.
 
Date: May 4, 2019
Time: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Website: http://nockandfeatherarchery.com
Location: Nock and Feather Kustom Archery
439 S. Lake St.
Aurora, IL

630-896-3854
Contact: Phone 630-896-3854 Brandyn, or Dallas
EMail: nockandfeather@comcast.net
Date/Time Details: Saturday Mornings from 9:00-10:30 Beginners
Fees/Admission: $20.00 per shooter per week for the beginner lessons includes equipment rental
May 4    All Things Chocolate
Open Door Health Center will hold its Annual Gala, All Things Chocolate, on May 4, 2019! The 2019 Gala features chocolate delights from area chocolatiers and restaurants, silent auction, live art, sit down dinner, program and so much more! The Honorable John G. Dalton will be recognized and honored for his leadership in the civil rights arena and his advocacy on LGBTQ issues. Judge Dalton was elected as Circuit Judge in 2012. He is an active member of the Kane County Bar Association, serving on the Diversity Committee, Family Law Committee, Civil Law Committee and Bench and Bar Committee, which works to improve civility and professionalism among lawyers. Judge Dalton is the recipient of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Humanitarian Award, the Illinois State Bar Association’s Community Leadership Award, The Twinbrook YMCA’s “Twinbrook Award” and Service to Youth Award, and was named a Distinguished Alumnus by Lake Park H.S. in Roselle. Proceeds from the event support Open Door's mission to provide services for persons living with HIV/AIDs and their family members, persons vulnerable to HIV/AIDS and members of our LGBTQ community. Open Door has offices in Elgin and Aurora!
Date: May 4, 2019
Time: 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Website: https://odhcil.org/event/all-things-chocolate-2019/
Location: Grand Victoria Casino 250 S. Grove Elgin, IL 60120
Contact: Jacob Harschbarger-Special Events and Volunteer Manager
EMail: jacobh@odhcil.org
Date/Time Details: May 4, 2019 6-11 PM
Fees/Admission: $100 per person. Tickets may be ordered at chocolat19.givesmart.com
May 6    Surly Brewing Pint Night
Try some samples of Surly Brewing beers & go home with a glass pint all for FREE. Surly is proudly our Brewery of the Month for May.

Surly Brewing is a powerhouse brewery from Minnesota that set out to make one thing they couldn't find - Damn. Good. Beer. They make beers for those who live in the North and through the harsh cold, and in Chicago, we know a little something about that.

We are excited to have some bold & tasty brews for our guests to try & become fans of!
Date: May 6, 2019
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Website: https://www.facebook.com/events/2106826566072759/
Location: 1032 Prarie Street
Aurora, IL 60505
EMail: info@spartanhouse.com
Date/Time Details: Monday, May 6th
6 - 730 pm
Fees/Admission: Free. 21+
May 9    Eat and Earn at Francesca's for TriCity Family Services
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Enjoy a delicious Italian meal (dine-in or carry-out) and show your support for TriCity Family Services!
Date: May 9, 2019
Time: 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Website: http://www.tricityfamilyservices.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/francescas2.pdf
Location: Francesca's by the River 200 South 2nd Street St. Charles, IL
Contact: Michelle Rollins
EMail: mrollins@tricityfamilyservices.org
Date/Time Details: Thursday, May 9, 2019 11:30am to 9pm
May 11    1st Ever Fox River 5K/3K Lymphedema & Lymphatic Wellness Walk
Date: May 11, 2019
Website: https://www.raceentry.com/fox-river-5k3k-walk-for-lymphatic-wellness/race-information
Contact: Dr. Sylvia Hood Washington
EMail: DrSylvia@np4lymphaticwellness.com
May 11    Archery Lessons (JOAD)
Nock and Feather Kustom Archery has been meeting the needs of the Fox Valley archery community since 1965, and would like to invite you to take part in our JOAD lessons. JOAD is the Junior Olympic Archery Development program created by USA Archery. Nock and Feather is proud to offer this program to the Fox Valley. This 90 minute weekly group archery lesson is focused on the beginning shooter teaching safety, and proper technique. As shooters advance in their skill we offer opportunities for advanced classes and competitions if desired. Lessons may be started at any time. All classes are taught by USA Archery and S3DA certified staff and the beginner classes include equipment.

Our mission is to educate and preserve the tradition of archery through target shooting and hunting for future generations. Come join us and see why the pros have been shopping here since 1965.
 
Date: May 11, 2019
Time: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Website: http://nockandfeatherarchery.com
Location: Nock and Feather Kustom Archery
439 S. Lake St.
Aurora, IL

630-896-3854
Contact: Phone 630-896-3854 Brandyn, or Dallas
EMail: nockandfeather@comcast.net
Date/Time Details: Saturday Mornings from 9:00-10:30 Beginners
Fees/Admission: $20.00 per shooter per week for the beginner lessons includes equipment rental
May 11    Spanish-Speaking Open House
Descubre Aurora University. Un evento informativo en español para familias. We invite you and your family to learn more about the admission process and how to finance your college education.
Date: May 11, 2019
Time: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Website: https://aurora.edu/admission/openhouses/FY19-freshman-spanish-event.html?utm_source=calendar&utm_med
Location: Institute for Collaboration - Crimi Auditorium 1347 Prairie St., Aurora, IL
Contact: Office of Admission 630-844-5533 admission@aurora.edu
EMail: admission@aurora.edu
Date/Time Details: Saturday, May 11, 2019 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Fees/Admission: Register here: https://aurora.edu/admission/openhouses/FY19-freshman-spanish-event.html?utm_source=calendar&utm_medium=community&utm_campaign=adm-fy19-401147-mayspanishspeakingopenhouse
May 14    Plant a Living Wreath
It’s Tipsy Tuesday!
Plan for a fun evening while planting living wreath. We’ll start with a 16” wreath base and plant it up with some shade-loving annuals. Gloves will be provided but dress to make a mess.

Call (630) 355-4000 to register.
Date: May 14, 2019
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Website: https://www.facebook.com/events/2010619415731508/
Location: The Growing Place Garden Center
2000 Montgomery Rd.
Aurora, IL 60504
Contact: (630) 355-4000
EMail: grow@thegrowingplace.com
Date/Time Details: Tuesday, May 14, 2019
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Fees/Admission: Cost: $70
 
May 15    Business After Hours - Earthmover Credit Union
Business After Hours–Earthmover Credit Union
Drinks, hors d' oeuvres and a fun networking activity
Date: May 15, 2019
Time: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Location: 2195 Baseline Road, Oswego
4 - 6 p.m.
Contact: Marisa Medgyesi
EMail: mmedgyesi@earthmovercu.com
Date/Time Details: May 15, 2019
4-6 p.m.
Fees/Admission: RSVP by May 10th.
May 16    Lunch n Learn - UNDERSTANDING SUBSTANCE USE DISORDER FROM THE EMPLOYER PERSPECTIVE
Lunch n Learn
UNDERSTANDING SUBSTANCE USE DISORDER
FROM THE EMPLOYER PERSPECTIVE
Join Gateway Foundation Aurora Executive
Director Jim Scarpace and the Aurora Regional
Chamber of Commerce for a lunch and learn on
May 16th.
Attendees can expect to gain a better
understanding of the following topics:
• What a substance use disorder (SUD) is
• Signs and symptoms of a SUD
• How to create an environment that is supportive of treatment
• What actions must be taken to address addiction in the workplace
• What steps employers can take if an employee has a SUD

RSVP:
KATIE ANDERSEN
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR
630.803.6885
KMANDERS@GATEWAYFOUNDATION.ORG
*40 PEOPLE MAXIMUM, SPACE IS LIMITED
Date: May 16, 2019
Time: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: GATEWAY FOUNDATION AURORA
400 MERCY LN
AURORA, IL 60506
Contact: KATIE ANDERSEN BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR 630.803.6885 KMANDERS@GATEWAYFOUNDATION.ORG
EMail: KMANDERS@GATEWAYFOUNDATION.ORG
Date/Time Details: 11:30 A.M. - 11:45 A.M.
REGISTRATION/NETWORKING
12:00 P.M. - 1:00 P.M.
LUNCH & LEARN
Fees/Admission: Please RSVP
*40 PEOPLE MAXIMUM, SPACE IS LIMITED
May 16    Aurora Collective: After-Hours Fiesta
Aurora Collective is excited to launch our monthly After-Hours Business Mixer! Enjoy a casual evening of relationship building with likeminded business professionals.

Hold onto your sombreros, we’re throwing a fiesta! Join us on Thursday, May 16, for an After-Hours Fiesta. Experience a Mexican-themed business mixer, including a full Taco Bar, Pinata, and other Mexican-themed networking activities.

Ticket includes food and beverages. After-hours events are held every 3rd Thursday of the month from 6:00 – 8:00 pm at various locations.
Date: May 16, 2019
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Website: https://www.myauroracollective.com/calendar/after-hours-002/
Location: BLVD Café 
525 Station Blvd 
Aurora, IL 60504
EMail: info@myauroracollective.com
Date/Time Details: Wednesday, May 16th, 2019

Schedule:
6:00 - 6:30 pm Registration
6:30 - 8:00 pm Dinner & Networking Activities
Fees/Admission: (Includes food and beverages)
Early Bird Discount (ends May 10): $10.00
General Admission: $15.00
May 17    HOME SCHOOL JUMP
 Attention homeschool community!
Sky Zone is excited to announce some special time just for your community.
Come out and get a chance to learn the physics of bounce and flight on our
Main Court, Sky Slam, Foam Zone and Dodgeball Courts with your friends and family. Meet other homeschooling families in the area or bring your community with you and enjoy an AWESOME, HEALTHY & FUN time! 
Date: May 17, 2019
Time: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Website: http://aurorastore.skyzone.com/areas/
Location: SKY ZONE HOME SCHOOL JUMP AURORA
87 EXECUTIVE DRIVE
AURORA, IL 60504


 
Contact: SKY ZONE AURORA 331-207-4759
EMail: tabitha.griffin@skyzone.com
Date/Time Details: EVERY 2ND & 4TH FRIDAY OF EVERY MONTH
Dates are subject to change due to School Days Off
Please check our calendar for updates
Fees/Admission: $15 for 2 Hours of Jumping for one jumper 
$10 for each additional Sibling.
*Sky Socks are required to jump and not included in the price
$3 for each pair of socks that you can keep, wash and re-use next time  you come to SkyZone!
Save the lines and purchase your ticket online
May 18    Archery Lessons (JOAD)
Nock and Feather Kustom Archery has been meeting the needs of the Fox Valley archery community since 1965, and would like to invite you to take part in our JOAD lessons. JOAD is the Junior Olympic Archery Development program created by USA Archery. Nock and Feather is proud to offer this program to the Fox Valley. This 90 minute weekly group archery lesson is focused on the beginning shooter teaching safety, and proper technique. As shooters advance in their skill we offer opportunities for advanced classes and competitions if desired. Lessons may be started at any time. All classes are taught by USA Archery and S3DA certified staff and the beginner classes include equipment.

Our mission is to educate and preserve the tradition of archery through target shooting and hunting for future generations. Come join us and see why the pros have been shopping here since 1965.
 
Date: May 18, 2019
Time: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Website: http://nockandfeatherarchery.com
Location: Nock and Feather Kustom Archery
439 S. Lake St.
Aurora, IL

630-896-3854
Contact: Phone 630-896-3854 Brandyn, or Dallas
EMail: nockandfeather@comcast.net
Date/Time Details: Saturday Mornings from 9:00-10:30 Beginners
Fees/Admission: $20.00 per shooter per week for the beginner lessons includes equipment rental
May 21    Jump Start Your Member Profile
Join us to see and hear about all of the benefits of your membership profile on AuroraChamber.com. Increase your visibility. Gain more referrals. Motivate your target audience.
 
This hands-on workshop will guide you through:
  • Setting up your login with user name and password;
  • Posting jobs to increase the candidate pool;
  • Submitting events to increase traffic and sales;
  • Offering hot deals to members and the community;
  • Sending targeted communications to fellow chamber members;
  • Making changes to your representatives and contact listings; and
  • Tracking your ROI by reviewing available metrics.
 
We encourage you to bring your laptop, tablet, or smartphone to update your listing while at the workshop. We will answer questions and help trouble-shoot any difficulties you may encounter. This program is for new members as well as those who may want a refresher on using www.ChamberLogin.com.
 
For questions, contact Kristine Walker, Membership Development, at (630) 256-3184.
Date: May 21, 2019
Time: 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Location: Aurora Chamber Office 43 W. Galena Blvd., Aurora
Contact: Kristine Walker, Membership Development, at (630) 256-3184.
EMail: kwalker@aurorachamber.com
Date/Time Details: 8:30 a.m.- 9:30 a.m.
Chamber Offices- Conference Room D
43 W. Galena Blvd.
Aurora, IL 60506
Fees/Admission: Complimentary
May 22    Aurora Collective: Power Connex

Formally Speed Networking, the Aurora Collective Power Connex is an innovative approach to business networking. Each participant will be assigned to a table and move from business professional to business professional every 2-4 minutes. Quickly grow your business network with face-to-face conversations.

Get your elevator speech ready and bring plenty of business cards!

Ticket includes lunch. Power Connex events are held every 4th Wednesday of the month from 12:00 – 1:30 pm at BLVD Café, 525 Station Blvd, Aurora, IL 60504.

Date: May 22, 2019
Time: 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Website: https://www.myauroracollective.com/calendar/speed-networking-008/
Location: BLVD Café 
525 Station Blvd 
Aurora, IL 60504
EMail: info@myauroracollective.com
Date/Time Details: 12:00 - 12:15 pm Registration
12:15 - 1:30 pm Speed Networking
Fees/Admission: Early Bird Discount (ends May 17): $10.00
General Admission: $15.00
(Includes food)
May 25    Archery Lessons (JOAD)
Nock and Feather Kustom Archery has been meeting the needs of the Fox Valley archery community since 1965, and would like to invite you to take part in our JOAD lessons. JOAD is the Junior Olympic Archery Development program created by USA Archery. Nock and Feather is proud to offer this program to the Fox Valley. This 90 minute weekly group archery lesson is focused on the beginning shooter teaching safety, and proper technique. As shooters advance in their skill we offer opportunities for advanced classes and competitions if desired. Lessons may be started at any time. All classes are taught by USA Archery and S3DA certified staff and the beginner classes include equipment.

Our mission is to educate and preserve the tradition of archery through target shooting and hunting for future generations. Come join us and see why the pros have been shopping here since 1965.
 
Date: May 25, 2019
Time: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Website: http://nockandfeatherarchery.com
Location: Nock and Feather Kustom Archery
439 S. Lake St.
Aurora, IL

630-896-3854
Contact: Phone 630-896-3854 Brandyn, or Dallas
EMail: nockandfeather@comcast.net
Date/Time Details: Saturday Mornings from 9:00-10:30 Beginners
Fees/Admission: $20.00 per shooter per week for the beginner lessons includes equipment rental
May 30    Aurora Young Professionals Social Mixer
You're Invited to a Social Mixer for Aurora Young Professionals
Everyone Welcome!
Join AYP and Help Keep our Community Strong. 
For more info contact mgasek@aurorachamber.com
Sign up by May 28, 2019
630-256-3182
Date: May 30, 2019
Time: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Location: Ballydoyles Irish Pub
28 W. New York St., Aurora
 
Contact: Maureen Gasek
EMail: mgasek@aurorachamber.com
Date/Time Details: Thursday, May 30, 2019
Ballydoyles Irish Pub
28 W. New York St., Aurora
4-4:30 p.m. - Open Networking
5 p.m. - Announcements and Introduction of Upcoming Events and Speakers 
5:15 Suprise Mixer
Fees/Admission: $10.00 Chamber Members
$15.00 General Public 
May 31    HOME SCHOOL JUMP
 Attention homeschool community!
Sky Zone is excited to announce some special time just for your community.
Come out and get a chance to learn the physics of bounce and flight on our
Main Court, Sky Slam, Foam Zone and Dodgeball Courts with your friends and family. Meet other homeschooling families in the area or bring your community with you and enjoy an AWESOME, HEALTHY & FUN time! 
Date: May 31, 2019
Time: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Website: http://aurorastore.skyzone.com/areas/
Location: SKY ZONE HOME SCHOOL JUMP AURORA
87 EXECUTIVE DRIVE
AURORA, IL 60504


 
Contact: SKY ZONE AURORA 331-207-4759
EMail: tabitha.griffin@skyzone.com
Date/Time Details: EVERY 2ND & 4TH FRIDAY OF EVERY MONTH
Dates are subject to change due to School Days Off
Please check our calendar for updates
Fees/Admission: $15 for 2 Hours of Jumping for one jumper 
$10 for each additional Sibling.
*Sky Socks are required to jump and not included in the price
$3 for each pair of socks that you can keep, wash and re-use next time  you come to SkyZone!
Save the lines and purchase your ticket online
May 31    Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting - The Venue
Join us to kick off the The Venue Grand Opening.  
Get the first look at this new music venue. 
At The Venue, we are proud to book nationally-recognized talent in all genres of music from blues and big band, to rock and world music, and everything in between. 
Date: May 31, 2019
Time: 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Location: 21 S. Broadway , Aurora
Contact: Maureen Gasek
EMail: mgasek@aurorachamber.com
Date/Time Details: Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting
Friday, May 31, 2019
2:30-4 p.m. 
Ribbon Cutting @ 3 p.m.
May 31    3K Walk & Open House
Please join us for a quick, fun walk in the park to help raise funds and awareness about the work of the Pregnancy Information Center (PIC). Seniors, kids and those of all ages in between are welcome to participate in the 3K. Spectators are encouraged to come out too, to cheer on family and friends who Walk the Talk for life! PIC’s doors will be open throughout the walk for visitors to see the center, gather information about our services, enjoy giveaways and refreshments, and meet neighbors. For 34 years, PIC has been a community resource providing free, confidential medical services and education to families facing unplanned pregnancies.
Date: May 31, 2019
Time: 4:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Website: http://www.supportpiclife.org/walk-for-life
Location: Blackhawk Park 1 block west of PIC/411 W. Galena Blvd, Aurora
Contact: Angie Thomas 630-896-8641
EMail: updates@supportpiclife.org
Date/Time Details: 4:30 - 8:00 pm Community Open House 5:30/6:00 Walk registration/step off
Fees/Admission: $150 pledges/donation to participate in Walk