Kate Santillan

The University of Illinois Extension will hold a Grilling and Summertime Salads program series for residents to learn about ideas and practical tips for healthy summer meals.

The University of Illinois Extension will offer children a Fossil Fun program from 1 to 2 p.m. Wednesday, June 10, at the Seneca Public Library.

The University of Illinois Extension will offer community members an Accessible Hike from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Saturday, June 6, at Nell’s Woodland in Ottawa.

Northern Rehab Physical Therapy Specialists will offer two “Stretch, Play, Recover: Pickleball Tips” next month in Genoa and Sycamore for community members to learn more about the sport.

The University of Illinois Extension will hold a free cyanotype workshop from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 6, at Nell’s Woodland.

The University of Illinois Extension will offer a free Tomato Troubles educational program from 5 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, June 10, at the La Salle Public Library.

The St. Charles Public Library will host a “Today’s Nuclear Age” discussion as part of the Great Decisions discussion program.

Youth Engaged in Philanthropy awarded $19,200 in grants to support projects and programs serving youth across DeKalb County.

The Batavia Chamber of Commerce recently named the recipients of its 2026 Inspire Scholarships.

The Geneva Chamber of Commerce recently celebrated the grand opening of Savia Cafe and Bakery.

The Elmer and Adolph Pletsch Charitable Trust Scholarship Committee recently announced the recipients of the Pletsch Charitable Trust Scholarship for the 2026-2027 school year.

The Hegeler Carus Mansion will offer a new tour experience to celebrate its 150th anniversary in June and July.

State Sen. Cristina Castro, D-Elgin, will offer a community shredding event and food drive for residents to dispose of old documents and support a local food pantry.

The Association for Individual Development will hold its 2026 AID Summer Stroll and Roll for community members to support its services for residents with developmental, behavioral, and crisis needs.

The city of Batavia will conclude its Books Between Bites program on May 21 with a discussion about the Nancy Horan book “Loving Frank” led by Batavia Public Library Board of Trustees President Daniel Russo