Perfect for kids ages 3 to 12! Monday, December 30th from 11am to 1:30pm at the Joliet Area Historical Museum
Youth Orch & Chamber Music Auditions - ages 7-18, all orchestral instruments
Chicago Rush is part of the world's biggest youth soccer club, with 40,000 players worldwide. Tryouts coming to a town near you soon!
The Yorkville Park District encourages families to register online​​ ASAP as space for the drive-in movie is limited to 40 vehicles.
Here's when Yorkville and Oswego residents and non-residents can register for the June 25 drive-in movie outside Raging Waves Waterpark.
Petting zoo, crafts, raffles and more family fun
Summer spending doesn't have to break the bank! Here are a few ways to cut back while still having some big fun all year.
STAR WARS DAY at the Joliet Museum, Joliet Public Library, & Rialto Square Theatre in downtown Joliet on Saturday, June 1st
If you're pregnant, don't stress— a new book explains just what to do while making your baby, from healthy diets to the checklist you need.
It's common to feel suffocated by all of our material objects. Luckily, there are some ways to simplify our lives as parents and people.
Event set for April 12 at 7 p.m. in Yorkville
Every parent wants to crack the code on their picky eaters — without having to force-feed them. Here are some techniques that will help.
Early Bird Special Available before April 1
Daughter graduated from Marine Officer training in Quantico Va.
Planning a getaway with a toddler? It might not be as sunny as you hoped, if you're not prepared. Here are some tips to remember!
A recent book suggests that over-parenting your child could be doing more harm than good — but how do you know when you're guilty of it?
Lady Foxes battles hard to beat out 10 other teams to win 1 st place
New ratings from U.S. News & World Report reveal the best nursing homes in the country.
You've heard of the helicopter parent, but there’s a new term sweeping the playgrounds. Are you guilty of it?
With a little creative thinking, courage, and planning, you can find a modern-day workflow that actually works for you and your family.
The waterpark hosted a ribbon cutting for two new features and has plans for more new attractions to come.
Parents and community members alike are asked to share their input about the district.
Get the kids ready!
A letter sent to parents emphasized school safety procedures designed to protect local students.
Donate or volunteer to be a "shavee" at the "Yorkville Braves the Shave" event.
The city just barely made it out of the top 10. It earned points for its education, health & safety ranking.
Yorkville Cub Scout Pack 350 Den 9 Tigers graduated to Wolf Cub Scouts in a Crossover Ceremony May 21.
Saturday, September 19, appointments start at 10:30
Wednesday, September 2, 16 and 30 at 5:45-6:45
Wednesday, September 2 and 16 at 10:30-11:00
A total of 73 Illinois cities were ranked by Niche as the best places to start a family.
Here are the top 50 safest cities in Illinois, according to ValuePenguin.
A list of 59 must-try ice cream shops throughout the state.
Cool off at these 43 water parks and pools this summer.
VIDEO: A young woman shares her story of "sextortion" as a teen victim of Lucas Chansler. The FBI has released the screen names he used.
Vacation Bible School
Sure, Chicago has a lot of fun things to do, but let us introduce you to what the rest of Illinois has to offer this summer.
Warning: Do not read when hungry.
The Aurora Central Catholic teen, who played softball with the Yorkville Sparks, died in a car crash Tuesday night.
Easter bunny will be there from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Event benefitted the Kendall County Food Pantry.
Honest Abe’s 206th birthday is Feb. 12. Celebrate by learning 20 new facts about the president from Illinois.
Lest we forget just how wonderful our state is, take a look at the Illinois Wall of Fame.
Dawn Garbe bought her winning ticket at the Oswego Earth Market on Route 34.
Army vet Jim Champion has multiple sclerosis.
The movie, in stores July 22, is about a real-life boy who says he went to Heaven and met Jesus during surgery. We spoke with the family behind the film about how it can help start a discussion in your town.
Patch readers told us who the "Everyday Inspirations" in their communities are, and we're sharing their stories and the work they've done locally.