This summer, embark on an adventure like no other with District 33 in West Chicago’s ultimate Summer Activity List for kids and families, courtesy of WeGo Together for Kids. Packed with a plethora of thrilling experiences, from exploring parks and farms to engaging with wildlife at zoos, delving into captivating tales at libraries, immersing in…
Touch a Truck is coming to Reed Keppler Park. After a short hiatus, this very popular event is back. West Chicago residents are encouraged to bring the family out June 1st at Reed-Keppler Park for a morning of trucks adventures. Kids of all ages can explore, discover and climb on a variety of construction and…
Every year new bison calves are brown on the Fermilab campus in Batavia. This year is no different, the herd has welcomed two new babies. Fermilab has housed a herd of bison since 1969 when Robert Wilson, Fermilab’s first director, established the bison as a symbol of the history of the Midwestern prairie and the…
The West Chicago Public Library invites families to a celebration honoring the tradition of Día de los Niños (Day of the Children). This special day is a holiday celebrated particularly in Mexico, and has a strong connection to literacy, books, and libraries. The last day of April every year marks a special occasion all across…
Healthy West Chicago invites all District 33 School Families to their monthly Wellness Night! Thursday, April 18, 2024 6:00 PM 7:00 PM Wegner Elementary School (map) Location: Wegner Elementary School Time: 6:00PM – 7:00 PM Parent Activity: Zumba Kids Activity: Fun with Veggies While parents are doing some Zumba kids will participate in a hands-on…
Wellness Nights Join Healthy West Chicago once a month starting January 18 for a family fun night of wellness! Parents enjoy a free Zumba class while kids have fun in the kitchen preparing a healthy snack. Click here for more details. Virtual Community Cooking Classes Join in on a family fun virtual cooking class on…
Snow has finally covered the landscape in a blanket of white. With more in the forecast, the DuPage County Forest Preserve might get enough snow to operate the Blackwell Tubing Hill. To get alerted when it’s open, text the word TUBING to 866-743-7332. A text alert will only get sent on days that the tubing…
The West Chicago Public Library District has robust programming for residents of all ages, from babies to seniors. The West Chicago Voice is planning on posting each week’s schedule of events so everyone is informed of these happenings and events. For questions or further details, please go to the WCPLD website for more information, especially…
The West Chicago Public Library District has robust programming for residents of all ages, from babies to seniors. The West Chicago Voice is planning on posting each week’s schedule of events so everyone is informed of these happenings and events. For questions or further details, please go to the WCPLD website for more information, especially…
Kline Creek Farm Holiday House Tour Dec 7-18 10 am – 4 pm House Tour: Winter Holidays in the 1890s for a guided tour of the 1890s farmhouse focusing on winter holiday traditions. Learn how farm families decorated the tree, exchanged gifts, and prepared food for the holidays. Suggested admission donation of $5 per person…
A recent visit to Sonny Acres Farm was so very much enjoyed by all. It was a sunny, crisp day- there is so much to do and see at Sonny Acres, especially for families. Enjoy our Slideshow of our visit! Their fall festival is going on now until October 29th- they are open Tuesday-Sunday and…
Cantigny is hosting a fall festival weekend Dates and Times: Friday, October 13: 4 – 11 pm Saturday, October 14: 10 am – 11 pm (market and kids’ activities end at 4 pm) Sunday, October 15: 10 am – 4 pm Cost: $15 per car Location: Cantigny’s Parade Field 1S151 Winfield Road, Winfield For the…
Even though the weather was unseasonably warm with heat radiating from the turf and considering most students had just finished walking in the homecoming parade, that surprisingly didn’t hinder the enthusiasm nor the athletic prowess displayed. The turnout for the Powder Puff game on Friday was fantastic. Students and staff alike agreed it was a…
The West Chicago Community High School Varsity Football Team had an awesome victory over the Elgin Maroons at Elgin High School Friday night. It was Elgin’s homecoming. The final score was 28-6. The Wildcats just might make the state playoffs this year. It has been 9 years since the Wildcats have had 3 wins in…
West Chicago Community High School is opening Pom Boys back up for the powder puff game during homecoming. Sign up during your lunch hour through September 21. Practices will be held next week before school in the dance studio.
Events and Programming at the Library this week: Monday, September 18: Dia de los Muertos: Take Home Picture Frame Kits 9/15/2023 9/30/2023 West Chicago Public Library District Stop by the library anytime from 9/15-9/30 to pick up a picture frame for our public Día de los Muertos ofrenda! (Day of the Dead altar) Kits will be…
For high school students, going to a dance like a prom or homecoming dance can be very expensive considering all the costs for outfits, hair, makeup, tickets, etc. The costs associated with these events are often prohibitive to students who would like to go to the dances but can’t afford to do so. That’s where…
The West Chicago Community High School homecoming Football Game and Dance are fast approaching. The theme this year is “Shipwreck” The football games will be played against Streamwood High School on Friday, September 29, at Memorial Field with the Freshman/Sophomore game starting at 4:30 pm and the varsity game kickoff taking place at 7:00 pm…
Today’s Food Fest in downtown West Chicago was a huge success. Over 20 vendors assembled to serve up such gastronomic delights such as Coconut Shrimp, Steak Tacos, Burgers, Pizza, Empanadas, Sausage, Italian Beef, Hot Dogs, and such sweet treats such as churros, snow cones, cotton candy, and fruit flavored pierogis just to mention a few. …
A cornerstone of the real estate community in West Chicago , Porcayo and Associates – located at 520 E. Main Street came out in force to show appreciation for their customers past, present and future with a little street fair in the parking lot in front of their business on Friday, August 25th. A DJ…
Healthy West Chicago is a collaboration of community leaders in local government, education, healthcare, social services, faith-based congregations, businesses, and non-profit organizations who have organized to increase nutrition and physical activity in the City of West Chicago. In addition to their cooking classes and other regularly scheduled activities, Healthy West Chicago is inviting community members…
Healthy West Chicago will host its annual 5K on Saturday, September 23, and has announced a discounted registration fee for the month of August. Visit the City’s website for more information. Stay tuned to The West Chicago Voice for more news and announcements about upcoming events : Subscribe to The Voice’s mailing list so you…
Walk for a good cause through October 5, 2023. Just about one mile a day will get you all the miles you need to complete the 51K (31.7 miles)! Half of all proceeds will benefit the West Chicago Parks Foundation. When you complete the challenge, turn in a log sheet to be entered into a…
