This place is so much fun that I work here for free! Bingo, Raffles, Elburn Days, Car Show, and…read morevarious other fundraising events. Lots of good people doing good things for the surrounding communities. They also send money to disasters and terror event nationally and internationally... A great place to have a family reunion, work picnic, or any other event.

My husband and I had our wedding reception here last October. I've been volunteering here with my…read morefamily for many years, and with the recent remodeling to the inside of the building it was a perfect fit! We hosted 175 people and it was a perfect sized venue. The inside of the building itself has large windows (actually sliding glass doors) which let in lots of beautiful natural light, and also nice wood trim. It's a very neutral space that you can decorate however you'd like. The ladies that help with event coordination are very nice and they loved helping us make the event perfect. The club is almost entirely run by volunteers from the community (it's a charitable organization that does so much good both locally and nationally) and they all did a fantastic job. Our guests could not stop RAVING about the food! The potatoes, chicken, pork chops, and chicken wings were some of the favorites. Everything was super smooth and you can tell how much they all care about making your day special. I would definitely recommend Elburn Lions Club for a wedding shower, reception, rehearsal dinner, etc. or any other group event you are looking for (birthday, family reunion, office Christmas party, etc.)! You will not be disappointed! Oh, and my mom just told me that they just finished remodeling the bathrooms and added a bridal room- such an awesome touch!

Fun,family friendly,lots of kids for my 9yr old daughter to play with! Loved the out door…read moreconcessions and free activities!! Such a welcoming place. I would love to have a sponsor and become an active member!!

You have to be a member to get in or you can get in if you come as a guest with someone who is a…read moremember. Members pay dues but you enjoy, a variety of good food and drinks at a really reasonable cost. A bottle of beer is $2.50. They have slot machines, darts, a full bar and lots of space for a variety of games or activities. I saw various groups of people playing dominoes, cards and just relaxing and enjoying a conversation. I ordered the ribeye steak it was juicy, tender and cooked as requested. The chicken wings were a little bland of flavor and salty at the same time. I saw a couple of pizzas come out of the kitchen and they looked promising. This was more of a family community hangout spot that looks like it hasn't changed or been upgraded in over 25 years. If I return it will be to enjoy the conversation of friends.

CASA stands for Court Appointed Special Advocates. We were…read moreguests at a recent fundraiser and this was our first exposure to this organization. I could not have said it any better, so this is directly from their website: "CASA Kane County is a nonprofit volunteer organization that has been advocating for the best interests of abused and neglected children within the Juvenile Court system since 1988. CASA Kane County recruits, trains, and supervises community volunteers who serve as Court Appointed Special Advocates and Guardians ad Litem (CASA/GAL) for children who are in court due to abuse, neglect or private guardianship. The goal is to ensure that every child is placed in a safe and permanent home allowing them the chance to reach their full potential in life." They had me at children. Kane County has over 600 children in their system. There are 35 organizations within the state of Illinois. Seriously, is there any more deserving population?

Cost was higher this year ($20 per car suggested donation; donations benefit the Mooseheart Child…read moreCity and School) but worth it because they have more lights! Plus there aren't that many drive-through things to do out there in the world, so in a time of social distancing this is worth knowing about. There isn't the Silly Moose game this year, but you can drop a letter to Santa in the mailbox at the end of the ride, so come prepared! Rune 5-9 pm through the end of the year. A charming holiday tradition for a good cause.

Mooseheart International Christmas night show. It was spectacular to see how well organized the…read moreshow was. As you about to enter it says free but when you get closer they stop you and ask $10 per car. I was so disappointed because even the flyers say free to public and yet they demand $10 dollars. Ok I was ok let me pay since there is no way for me to back up and say no thank you. I really enjoyed the scatted lights and the cars in front of YIU that drive with lights off people hanging out of the cars taking pictures very scary and dangerous. Be warned about the dangers of the people that drive with passengers hanging out of the cars videotaping. Not fun. I guess between the lights and the dumb people hanging out of the cars it was like what did I get my self into plus I had to pay for stress. Merry Christmas

Thank you Jennifer for dedicating yourself to the well being of others! Jennifer's events are…read morealways fun and inspiring. Not only do you leave the events extremely motivated, it's amazing to be able to connect with so many strong and amazing women while having a such a fun time. This organization is going to do amazing things for a lot of struggling people. More people need to follow Jennifer's lead and take the initiative to make the world a better place. Looking forward to the next event!

From the owner: & Rise is an organization that empowers women of all ages, colors, creeds, and backgrounds to…read moreembrace the best versions of themselves. Our organization believes women thrive on building and sustaining strong connections with one another, some of which assist in forming their futures! In order to help facilitate these bonds, we're passionate about hosting events that highlight inspirational stories of triumph, encourage meaningful networking, and motivate all that attend to accomplish any and everything they want in life, personally or professionally. In addition to our empowerment events, & Rise offers a diverse range of services made to help women succeed. The roster includes; financial, education, professional development, and personal development workshops as well as free in-person and virtual support groups for female trauma survivors, and free counseling for women who reside in Illinois.

On our first night in St. Charles for the Jazz Fest, we headed into The House Pub to hear a great…read morehorn player. Frank Capalano was the reason we went in, but the cool vibe kept us there for a few hours. The vintage building looked great on the outside. The big brick building looked like there was some history behind those doors. We walked into a dark room with two levels, a big bar flanking one side of the room and a stage with a dancefloor. I could tell people have fun here. We snagged a small table and listened to the 4-piece band while sipping on an ice-cold beer. The bartender Chris was fantastic. He got busy but never forgot us. There was a popcorn machine which was great, but I was hoping for a meal or at least an appetizer, since I had just gotten off work. It does have the word PUB in it's name. Oh well, the music kept us too busy all night to think about food. The place seems as though it has gotten a facelift. It looks restored not renovated. Everything was super clean, which is always a good thing. I really enjoyed my night at The House Pub and would definitely stop in again the next time I am in town.

The. Best. Bar. I love this place so much!!! Thank god a cool and not-sketchy dive exists out here…read more Incredible music, friendly crowd, best bar crew in town. Can't say enough good things about House.

The quality of the Fox Valley Woodworkers Club makes the 45 mile trip worthwhile. Every month they…read morebring in a speaker for a quality presentation. They also have a well stocked library including dvds on any aspect of woodworking that you could imagine. Their special interest groups focus on period furniture, hand tools, & the shopsmith system. They have seminars that include wood carving, mortise & tennoning, & are always looking to feature something of interest to woodworkers. Meetings are on the First Tuesday of the month at 7:30 (Doors at 6:30) Bethany Lutheran Church 8 S. Lincoln Batavia, Illinois

Have attended multiple meetings of the club, which meets monthly in a church hall. Plan on…read morespending an entire evening, as there is usually a business meeting and an in-person presenter. Fees are by annual membership. Coffee and snacks served. I like the special interest groups that meeting for an hour before the general meeting. The one I attend is devoted to classic hand tools and is an open discussion with frequent instructive demonstrations. The only drawback to this club is that it has no facility for hands-on learning. None of the Chicago area clubs do. Clubs in some other cities have this, but it is rare and more expensive to the member. As an offset, this club offers occasional weekend seminars that may or may not require fees, depending on the topic.