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I LLINOIS ––– Central Stage Entertainment Lineup ––– Tuesday, June 21 8:00 pm - 7th Heaven 7th Heaven is an experience you just have to see and hear! With a focus on the last couple of decades and charting #1 on the Midwest Billboard Charts three times in the past three years, 7th Heaven has been an entertainment staple for 30 years and earned the right to say, “We’ve seen a million faces and rocked them all!” Wednesday, June 22 5:30 pm - Swedish American Children’s Choir With over 200 performances, in 16 years, the choir has gained a reputation for performance excellence. Singers ranging in age from 4-18 travel throughout the Chicagoland area and have quickly sparked interest in the Swedish heritage and become repeat performers for numerous organizations, festivals and conventions. 6:30 pm - Geneva’s Got Talent Semi-Finals Come and cheer on the individuals competing for a chance to perform at the Saturday, June 25 finals and a $1,000 cash prize. 8:00 pm - Johnny Russler & The Beach Bum Band Island, warm weather, and beach music variety for everybody. The Beach Bum Band has traveled across the country performing on stage with Jimmy Buffett as his backup band for charity events. The band certainly plays plenty of Buffett favorites, but you’re just as likely to hear music from Bob Marley, Jimmy Cliff, Paul Simon, Dick Dale, Jerry Jeff Walker, and many others. Thursday, June 23 8:00 pm - Dennis O’Brien Band The Dennis O’Brien Band is a group of Chicago-based musicians who have been performing classic covers with meaningful arrangements for over 30 years. Their blend of vocal harmonies and strong musical arrangements continue to entertain audiences throughout the Midwest. Information Booth Corner of S. Third & James Tuesday-Saturday: 10:00 am-9:00 pm Sunday: 10:00 am-5:00 pm 1 ––– Central Stage Entertainment Lineup ––– – Concerts on Lawn Entertainment Lineup – Friday, June 24 Tuesday, June 21 8:00 pm - Mason Rivers 3:00 pm-5:00 pm - No Strings Attached A high-energy country band that covers the best of today’s country A collection of jazz musicians homegrown from the Geneva area. No music as well as your favorite classics, Mason Rivers was formed Strings Attached is not a typical jazz trio. The group has a creative from some of the finest musical talent in the Chicagoland area. and original sound and looks to expand their horizons of jazz to Strong male and female lead vocalists and a rich diversity of musical promote the growing art within the community. background and skill result in an exciting sound that’s bigger than country, stronger than rock. Wednesday, June 22 1:00 pm-3:00 pm - The Thompson Duo Saturday, June 25 A musical journey from the 50’s through today. 6:30 pm - Geneva’s Got Talent Finals Geneva Chamber has partnered with Geneva Park District to bring Thursday, June 23 the top finalists from Wednesday night’s competition to stage and a 1:00 pm-3:00 pm - Kayla Mickelsen chance to win First Place and a $1,000 cash prize. Kayla Mickelsen is an Indie Folk artist currently working on her own original songs. She takes inspiration from artists like Bob Dylan and 8:00 pm - Generation…“The Sixties Experience” Elliott Smith. She will be living in Nashville at Belmont University GENERATION performances are a powerful sight and sound next fall to study music. Her recent accomplishment was making the tribute to the Great Decades of Classic Rock – the 60s/70s. Featuring Top 51 on the Farewell Season of American Idol. David Huizenga and Kim Kane, along with a fabulous band. This group performs the groups, the frontmen, the solo performers and unforgettable duets of this phenomenal era in Entertainment! This Saturday, June 25 is Then…AGAIN! 1:00 pm-3:00 pm - Backyard Cohort Established in 2005, Backyard Cohort turns heads with their * Central Stage is located on Third Street between James distinguished looks, big personalities, and a collective propensity & Campbell streets in Geneva, Illinois. For MapQuest, to blow fans’ minds. Backyard Cohort plays both original music, please use 113 S. Third Street as location. showcasing their album ‘Ride’ (available on iTunes) and classic and current rock covers. Kane County Voter Van * Concerts on the Lawn is located on Third Street on the courthouse lawn. For MapQuest, please use 100 S. Third Street as location. Voter Registration Booth While enjoying Concerts on the Lawn, support over Tuesday - Saturday 30 different local charities by picking up your from one of the non-profit food booths. 11:00 am - 5:00 pm On Third b/t State and James streets

Thank you to our print sponsor, Savant Capital Management! Benefitting local non-profits Visit raffle booth during the festival on 3rd St. (next to Info Booth) Drawing September 11, 2016 @ Festival of the Vine genevachamber.com 2 –––––––––– Food Booths/Menus –––––––––– –––––––––– Food Booths/Menus –––––––––– Denotes Swedish 3rd & Campbell, SW - Craft Brew Tent Denotes this booth is donating monies to a charity Craft enthusiasts will appreciate this experience. Purchase Geneva’s own locally crafted from Penrose Brewing Company and Stockholm’s. Including hard root 2nd & State, SW - Geneva Masonic Lodge No. 139 beer and hard apple cider. Thu (4-10 pm); Fri (4-11 pm); Sat A.F. & A.M. Funnel Cakes, Elephant Ears, Fried Twinkies, (Noon-11 pm); Sun (Noon–5 pm). Lemon Shake-Up, Pop, Bottled Water, 207 S. Third - Rascals Tavern & Grill 22 S. Second - Geneva American Legion Post 75 Pizza, Italian , Italian Sausage, Italian Ice, Gelato Beer Garden: Tue-Thu 4-10 pm; Fri & Sat Noon-11 pm; Sun Noon-4 pm (serving Budweiser products, variety of , 227 S. Third - El Molcajete on 3rd hard lemonade, soft drinks and water) Burritos, Quesadillas, Tacos, Chips w/Salsa, Agua Horchata, Food served Tue-Sat: Chop , Grilled Chicken Agua Jamaica. Try our fresh margaritas at our upstairs Sandwich, Tacos, Burritos, Nachos, Swedish and restaurant patio. Daily Specials 227 S. Third - The Latest Crave 3rd & James, SE - Unitarian Universalist Society of Frosting Shooters, Cake Pops, Water, Soda Geneva Pizza, , Slushies, Chips, Canned Soda, 3rd & Franklin, NW - Homes for Lost and Free Cold Geneva Tap Water Endangered Pets (H.E.L.P.) Lemon Shake-Ups, Popcorn, Water 3rd & James, SE - Geneva Lions Club Brats, Hot Dogs, Corn Dogs, Fries, Shaved Ice, Soda, Water 302 S. Third - Graham’s Fine & Handmade Ice Cream, Dipped Ice Cream Bars, 3rd & James, SW - Knights of Columbus Chocolate Chip , Italian Ice, Swedish Lingonberry Brats, Hot Dogs, Turkey Legs, Pork Chop Sandwich, Cheese Drinks & Sundaes Curds, Fries, Roasted Corn, Pop, Water 407 S. Third - Kilwins Chocolates & Ice Cream 3rd & Campbell, NE - Fox Valley Jewish Neighbors Super Premium Ice Cream, Candy, Chocolate Dipped Vegan & Veggie Burgers, Kosher Hot Dogs, Pickle Pops, Treats, Water, Soda Non-Dairy Ice Cream, Assorted Healthy Frozen Treats 477 S. Third - Egg Harbor Cafe 3rd & Campbell, SE - Chianti’s The Best Burgers in Geneva Garlic Crab , Cajun Tortellini, Sausage & Pepper Sandwich, Hot Dogs, Corn, Swedish Meatballs, Pop, Water. 4th & James SE - United Methodist Church Beer Garden – Tue, Wed, Thu (5-11 pm); Fri (5 pm-12 am); Men’s Club Sat (12 pm-12 am); Sun (12-6 pm) Daily live entertainment. Swedish Cuisine including Meatballs, Ham and Korv Non-profits benefit 38 different charities including local ones: 3rd & Campbell, SW - Rotary Club of Geneva CASA Kane County, Fox Valley Special Recreation, Geneva Hot Dogs, Bratwurst, Pulled Pork, Roasted Corn on the Beautification, Geneva Park District, Hesed House, Lazarus Cob, Soft , Chips, Beverages, Kids’ , Cookies, House, Literacy Volunteers Fox Valley, LivingWell Cancer Snacks Resource Center, part of Northwestern Medicine, Mutual Ground, Northern IL Food Bank, Salvation Army and scholarships for local high school seniors. 4 5 ––––– Samplings/Information/Displays ––––– ––––– Samplings/Information/Displays ––––– South of Information Booth on Courthouse Lawn Costco Wholesale would like to introduce you to a world of great warehouse savings! Northwestern Medicine is proud to With a Costco membership you can enjoy support Geneva’s annual Swedish low warehouse prices on groceries, gas, Days Festival. We are committed to electronics, office supplies, prescriptions and more! Come see all the providing our patients in the Western Suburbs with world-class care services we have to offer at the value everyone expects from Costco. in the comfort of your community. Please visit the Northwestern Medicine booth to see how we make an impact every day. Since 1996, HomeWerks has been a family-owned home renovation James St. - Mobile Display - Saturday & Sunday company offering a plethora of design options. We continually Check-out the Chevrolet display and see why we maintain an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau in the home are Shattering Perceptions with our 2016 Award- remodeling industry due to our dedication to quality products and Winning line-up! During your visit, enter the service. Win A Chevy Sweepstakes for your chance to Find New Roads in your own Chevy vehicle. The Cougars are in the midst of their 26th season here in Geneva and feature great Minor League James St. west of Third St. Baseball along with family-friendly promotions including theme nights, fireworks shows, weekly (Tuesday-Thursday) Stop by and hang specials, pre- concerts and much more. out with the 95.9 The River Road Come visit our booth and pick up a 2016 schedule Crew! Games will be played; prizes and promotional information to plan your next will be won and your favorite River trip to the ballpark. Rock N’ Roll music will be playing! Climbing ladders to clean your gutters is In just one day, we will install a beautiful DANGEROUS! Stay safe with LeafFilter, new bathtub or shower right over a comprehensive gutter protection system your old one. Bath Fitter surfaces are that’s guaranteed to keep your gutters clog free. Stop by our booth to engineered with the highest quality see why LeafFilter is Gutter Protection Perfection! materials to ensure a long and useful life. Renewal by Andersen is the premier start- Save with Chicago Tribune digital to-finish window and door replacement subscriptions and home delivery. Stop solution. Stop by our booth and register by our booth today to sign up for a to win $10,000 towards your replacement project and sign up for a Chicago Tribune subscription and free in-home consultation. receive a free gift! We are an art instructional school where critical (Friday – Sunday) Back Pain, Neck thinking meets creative expression! Check out our Pain, Headaches? We can help! Stop by booth to participate in a community art project, learn and find out how we use Chiropractic about our classes and camps, enter our raffle and win Care, Massage Therapy and our New prizes! www.schoolofartchicago.com FDA Approved Cold Laser to help you get better fast! Topgolf is the premier entertainment complex for fun & is now open in Naperville! Stop by our booth to sign up for your free lifetime membership card and win a prize! 6 7 ––––––––––– Tuesday, June 21 ––––––––––– ––––––––––– Tuesday, June 21 ––––––––––– Many merchants offer specials Many merchants offer specials 10:00 am-Noon 2:00 pm-9:00 pm Creation Station - James & 3rd streets North side of Courthouse Quad Power Jump - James & S. 4th streets Join School of Art to design and decorate your very own jumbo- Young & old can defy gravity and experience bounces and flips–all sized hanging ornament with a variety of coloring and embellishing while safely harnessed. $6/person materials! Perfect as a hanging decoration as it spins and moves with your designs. 2:00 pm-10:00 pm Carnival/Windy City Amusements - Courthouse Parking Lot, Sponsored by The Home Depot James & 4th streets 10:00 am-6:00 pm From 2:00-6:00 pm, unlimited rides $25/person. Exhibitions - Geneva History Museum, 113 S. 3rd St. Visit our museum galleries and Gift Shop. Admission: $3 adults; $2 3:00 pm-5:00 pm Concerts on the Lawn - Courthouse Lawn, S. 3rd St. ages 3 to 10. No Strings Attached - A wide variety of jazz tunes spanning from the • Geneva’s Story - a playful and engaging exhibition of Geneva’s popular Duke Ellington to more avant-garde compositions such as history featuring iPad stations and a Fargo Theatre. John Coltrane’s “Giant Steps.” The combo’s unique set-up produces • Storyland: A Trip Through Childhood Favorites - discover cohesive sound-stretching harmonies and introduces an innovative the joy and power of reading in this early literacy traveling approach towards jazz, appreciated by all ages. exhibition featuring: “Peter Rabbit,” “The Snowy Day,” and “Where’s Spot?” 6:00 pm-7:00 pm • Who Was Sadie Cooksey? - a photographic exhibition by Ice Cream Eating Contest - Central Stage former Genevan Maggie Foskett documenting the early history Registration begins at 5:30 with limited spaces available for Colonial of Geneva’s Girls School. (PG-13) Cafe Restaurant & Creamery’s FREE ice cream-eating contest. The 11:00 am-4:00 pm actual contest begins at 6 p.m. and is open to all ages. Who can eat the most ice cream in one minute? 4 age groups. Everyone wins with Geneva History Museum Trolley Tours - departs from SW corner Colonial Cafe Ice Cream – prizes for all! James & 2nd streets Sponsored by Colonial Cafe Restaurant & Creamery Geneva History Museum will share the history of homes and buildings in the historic district, including stories of the people who settled the town. Tours take place on an air-conditioned trolley CENTRAL STAGE starting each hour on the hour. (approximately 35 minutes) S. 3rd at Courthouse - R/J Recording & Sound $10/person (cash, credit & debit accepted) Handicap Accessible. Sponsored by Comfort Inn & Suites of Geneva 8:00 pm - 7th Heaven 12:00 pm-3:00 pm 7th Heaven is an experience you just have to see and hear! Charting Circus on Third - 3rd St., b/t James & Campbell #1 on the Midwest Billboard Charts three times in the past three An explosive amount of fun for the kids. The Runaway Circus (from years, 7th Heaven has been an entertainment staple for 30 years and 12-2) comes to Geneva full of adventure and exploration that every earned the right to say, “We’ve seen a million faces and rocked them child can be a part of. FREE face painting with Midwest Fun Factory. all!” Marvel at the height and talents of Jason Kollum. At 2 pm Istvan & His Imaginary Band will rock the house. The Geneva Chamber of Commerce reserves the right to postpone/cancel any events in the case of severe weather While every attempt has been made to ensure the correctness conditions. Cancellation information can be found on our Website and completeness of this program, the Chamber releases this genevachamber.com, Facebook (Geneva, IL - Chamber of Commerce publication as a service to our members and the community & Tourism), Twitter (GenevaILChamber) or by calling 630.232.6060. 8 and regrets any errors or omissions that may exist. 9 –––––––––– Wednesday, June 22 –––––––––– –––––––––– Wednesday, June 22 –––––––––– Many merchants offer specials Many merchants offer specials 10:00 am-1:00 pm CENTRAL STAGE Creation Station - James & 3rd streets North side of Courthouse S. 3rd St. at Courthouse - R/J Recording & Sound Little music lovers can try and play a variety of instruments at the Sponsored by Advanced Disposal Music Instrument Petting Zoo presented by Sounds Like Music. (first 200 participants will receive a surprise music fun bag) 5:30 pm - Swedish American Children’s Choir Sponsored by The Home Depot From its inception in 1999 the Swedish American Children’s Choir has grown to become the largest Swedish Choir for children in 10:00 am-2:00 pm the Midwest! With over 200 performances the choir has gained a Fun at the Library Tent - Geneva Public Library, 127 James St. reputation for performance excellence. Fun for all ages; free activities and giveaways. 6:30 pm - Geneva’s Got Talent Semi-Finals 10:00 am-6:00 pm The Geneva Park District is proud to join efforts with the Geneva Exhibitions - Geneva History Museum, 113 S. 3rd St. Chamber of Commerce to produce a competition to showcase the Three exciting exhibitions - Full details found under Tuesday, area’s talent. Come and cheer on the individuals competing for a June 21 listing. chance to perform at the Saturday, June 25 finals and a $1,000 cash prize. 10:00 am-9:00 pm Quad Power Jump - James & S. 4th streets 8:00 pm - Johnny Russler & The Beach Bum Band Young & old can defy gravity and experience bounces and flips–all The band certainly plays plenty of Buffett favorites, but you’re just while safely harnessed. $6/person as likely to hear music from Bob Marley, Jimmy Cliff, Paul Simon, Dick Dale, Jerry Jeff Walker, and many others. They offer variety and 11:00 am-4:00 pm entertainment for everyone who enjoys warm weather. Geneva History Museum Trolley Tours - departs from SW corner James & 2nd streets Full details found under Tuesday, June 21 listing. ’S GONE MOBILE! 11:00 am-10:00 pm Carnival/Windy City Amusements - Courthouse Parking Lot, James & 4th streets Text GENEVA to 223344 for special From 12:00-4:00 pm, unlimited rides $25/person. savings from Geneva merchants. 1:00 pm-3:00 pm Concerts on the Lawn - Courthouse Lawn, S. 3rd St. The Thompson Duo - A musical journey from the 50’s through today.

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Geneva EMA IL S LINOI County of Kane 10 11 ––––––––––– Thursday, June 23 ––––––––––– ––––––––––– Thursday, June 23 ––––––––––– Many merchants offer specials Many merchants offer specials 8:30 am-10:30 am 11:00 am-10:00 pm Geneva Settler’s Coffee Hour - Geneva Golf Club, 831 South St. Carnival/Windy City Amusements - Courthouse Parking Lot, Continental will be served. Prize for longest residency in James & 4th streets Geneva (for people who have resided in Geneva 15 years or more). From 12:00-4:00 pm, unlimited rides $25/person. Sponsored by Delnor Glen Senior Living 1:00 pm-3:00 pm 10:00 am-1:00 pm Concerts on the Lawn - Courthouse Lawn, S. 3rd St. Creation Station - James & 3rd streets North side of Courthouse Kayla Mickelsen - An Indie Folk artist currently working on her own Join Home Depot’s hands-on workshop building a fire truck, football original songs. She takes inspiration from artists like Bob Dylan and toss or spinning tray. Elliott Smith. Her recent accomplishment was making the Top 51 on Sponsored by The Home Depot the Farewell Season of American Idol. 10:00 am-2:00 pm 4:00 pm-10:00 pm Fun at the Library Tent - Geneva Public Library, 127 James St. Craft Brew Tent - Campbell St., west of 3rd St. Fun for all ages; free activities and giveaways. Craft beer enthusiasts will appreciate this experience. Purchase Geneva’s own locally crafted beers from Penrose Brewing Company 10:00 am-6:00 pm and Stockholm’s at the beer tent. Including a hard root beer and hard Exhibitions - Geneva History Museum, 113 S. 3rd St. apple cider. Visit with friends and enjoy this tented event through Three exciting exhibitions - Full details found under Tuesday, Sunday. June 21 listing. Sponsored by Shodeen Homes 10:00 am-9:00 pm 5:00 pm-9:00 pm Quad Power Jump - James & S. 4th streets Annual Used Book Sale - Geneva Public Library, 127 James St. Young & old can defy gravity and experience bounces and flips–all Numbers for first admittance will be distributed beginning at 9 am at while safely harnessed. $6/person the Check-in Desk just inside the library entrance. 11:00 am-4:00 pm Geneva History Museum Trolley Tours - departs from SW corner CENTRAL STAGE James & 2nd streets S. 3rd at Courthouse - R/J Recording & Sound Full details found under Tuesday, June 21 listing. 5:30 pm - Zumba Exhibition Join Delnor Health & Fitness Center instructors for a 30 minute dynamic demonstration of the hottest dance fitness class in the world! Zumba - Ditch the workout, Join the Party!

8:00 pm - Dennis O’Brien Band The Dennis O’Brien Band is a group of Chicago-based musicians who have been performing classic covers with meaningful arrangements for over 30 years. Their blend of vocal harmonies and strong musical arrangements continue to entertain audiences throughout the Midwest.

13 –––––––––––– Friday, June 24 –––––––––––– Many merchants offer specials 9:00 am Geneva Park District Dodgeball Tournament - Wheeler Park (Rt. 31) Three divisions: Grades 3/4, Grades 5/6 and Grades 7/8. Each team can have 6-8 players, six players will play at a time and each team is guaranteed to play two games. Register in person at the Geneva Park District, online at genevaparks.org. Deadline is 6/17. Please register based on the grade level in the 2015-16 school year. Each player needs to sign a waiver located on the Sport Spot at genevaparks.org. Call 630-232-4542 for more information. $100 per Team 9:00 am-5:00 pm Annual Used Book Sale - Geneva Public Library, 127 James St. 10:00 am-1:00 pm Creation Station - James & 3rd streets North side of Courthouse Join Home Depot’s hands-on workshop building a birdhouse. Sponsored by The Home Depot 10:00 am-2:00 pm Fun at the Library Tent - Geneva Public Library, 127 James St. Make a sidewalk masterpiece! Chalk will be provided. 10:00 am-6:00 pm Exhibitions - Geneva History Museum, 113 S. 3rd St. Three exciting exhibitions - Full details found under Tuesday, June 21 listing. 10:00 am-9:00 pm Quad Power Jump - James & S. 4th streets Young & old can defy gravity and experience bounces and flips–all while safely harnessed. $6/person 11:00 am-10:00 pm Carnival/Windy City Amusements - Courthouse Parking Lot, James & 4th streets From 12:00-4:00 pm, unlimited rides $25/person. Scan the Code! Discover exclusive Swedish Days Specials in Geneva!

14 15 –––––––––––––– KIDS’ DAY –––––––––––––– –––––––––––––– KIDS’ DAY –––––––––––––– Friday, June 24 - S. 3rd St. at Courthouse Friday, June 24 - S. 3rd St. at Courthouse Presented by Geneva Bank & Trust, A Wintrust Community Bank Presented by Geneva Bank & Trust, A Wintrust Community Bank 11:00 am-3:00 pm 11:00 am-11:30 am Geneva Bank & Trust, A Wintrust Community Bank - Courthouse Check In for Kids’ Day Parade - Geneva Public Library Lawn, 2nd & Lawn James St. Stop by our booth on Friday, June 24, to play the Wheel of Fun and Get creative and enter in one of these parade categories: win prizes. Free Face Painting at the bank on Friday, 11:00 am to Swedish Costumes, Decorated Bikes & Trikes, Olympic Sports, 3:00 pm and Saturday, 9:00 am to Noon. Food and Fun, 10:00 am Star Wars & Patriotic to Noon featuring the School of Rock House Band. Member FDIC. 11:30 am-12:00 pm 11:00 am-3:00 pm Judging of Parade Entries Colonial Cafe Restaurant & Creamery - Courthouse Lawn Spin our prize wheel for a chance to win free sundaes, kid’s meals, and 12:00 pm other fun summer prizes at Colonial Cafe Restaurant & Creamery’s Kick off - Kids’ Day Parade booth… and also sign-up to “Win Your Height in Turtle Sundaes! Line of March: W. on James St. to 3rd St., S. to Campbell St., disperses at 3rd St. & Campbell St. Awards ceremony will immediately follow. 11:00 am-3:00 pm Sponsored by Dayspring Pediatric Dentistry Kyuki-Do Martial Arts of Geneva, Inc. - Courthouse Lawn Kyuki-Do Martial Arts of Geneva is excited to introduce new 1:00 pm-3:00 pm programs specifically designed for 3 & 4 year olds and 5 & 6 year Geneva Park District Performances and Kids’ Day Activities - Central olds! Come and join in on FREE Interactive Demonstrations, as well Stage, Courthouse Lawn and Campbell St. as a chance to “Spin & Win” on our prize wheel. Prizes include FREE Performances by Geneva Park District Sunset Dancers, Angels Martial Arts Birthday Parties, FREE Classes, and more! Cheer & Poms Team and Geneva Gymnastics Academy followed by fun activities on the courthouse lawn; all coordinated by the Geneva 11:00 am-3:00 pm Park District. Dunk Tank and Hoop It Up coordinated by All Star School of Rock - Courthouse Lawn Sports Instruction. Follow your ear to the School of Rock booth where you can learn about our programs and how we teach music, and even try out some 3:00 pm-7:00 pm rock n’ roll instruments! Kids’ Day Special - Stone Creek Miniature Golf , Wheeler Park (Rt. 31) 11:00 am-3:00 pm Coordinated by Geneva Park District Kane County Cougars Baseball - S. Third St. $2 miniature golf for kids ages 3-15. KidZone booth – Kids can take their best swings in our Batting Practice inflatable! GENEVA BANK & TRUST IS PROUD TO SPONSOR KIDS’ DAY 11:00 am-3:00 pm DURING THE SWEDISH DAYS FESTIVAL. St. Charles Bowl - S. Third St. Visit the bank Friday and Saturday to celebrate with us! St. Charles Bowl, a Fox Valley Tradition since 1961. Enjoy our lawn FREE face painting | Friday–11 AM to 3 PM; Saturday–9 AM to Noon bowling game and receive a coupon for a free game of bowling at St. Food and Fun on Saturday | 10 AM to Noon featuring School of Rock house band Charles Bowl. Register to win a Bowling Party! GENEVA’S COMMUNITY BANK 514 W. State St. | Geneva, IL 60134 630-845-0994 | www.genevabt.com

Geneva Bank & Trust is a branch of St. Charles Bank & Trust Company.

16 17 –––––––––––– Friday, June 24 –––––––––––– ––––––––––– Saturday, June 25 ––––––––––– Many merchants offer specials Many merchants offer specials 4:00 pm-11:00 pm 8:00 am Craft Brew Tent - Campbell St., west of 3rd St. Swedish Days 5K Lopp - Gunnar Forest Preserve, 719 S. Batavia Ave. Craft beer enthusiasts will appreciate this experience. Purchase Presented by Geneva Chamber of Commerce and coordinated by Geneva’s own locally crafted beers from Penrose Brewing Company Geneva Running Outfitters. Be a charter member of this spirited and Stockholm’s at the beer tent. Including a hard root beer and hard Scandinavian race which is sure to become an annual tradition. apple cider. Visit with friends and enjoy this tented event through Register at www.genevachamber.com/swedish_days.php. Sunday. Sponsored by Lebin Financial Planning Sponsored by Shodeen Homes Race Breakfast sponsored by Shodeen Homes 9:00 pm-Midnight 8:00 am-12:00 pm Cosmic Golf Night - Stone Creek Miniature Golf Course, Wheeler Geneva Lutheran Church Breakfast - 301 S. 3rd St. Park (Rt. 31) Authentic fresh-off-the-griddle Swedish served with a Coordinated by Geneva Park District choice of toppings, sausage links, coffee or juice. All proceeds go to Play miniature golf ... in the dark! Glow-in-the-dark golf balls will be Summer Youth Trip. provided. No pre-registration. Last tee time 11:15 pm. $8 per round. $7 Adults, $4 Children under 12. Rain location - Church basement. Information: 630-232-4542. For festival information call Geneva Chamber of Commerce CENTRAL STAGE 630-232-6060 S. 3rd St. at Courthouse - R/J Recording & Sound www.genevachamber.com or www.visitgenevaillinois.com Sponsored by Geneva Park District 8:00 pm - Mason Rivers Big vocals, big sound, and your favorite songs…Mason Rivers is live entertainment performed at a high level. Mason Rivers – The band that ROCKS country!

Join Geneva Park District on June 24th for Kids Day at Swedish Days!

Geneva PARK DISTRICT (630) 232-4542 | genevaparks.org | 18 ––––––––––– Saturday, June 25 ––––––––––– ––––––––––– Saturday, June 25 ––––––––––– Many merchants offer specials Many merchants offer specials 8:00 am-5:00 pm 10:00 am-5:00 pm 46th Annual Granquist Music Competition - Geneva High School, Sweden Väst - SE corner of James & 3rd streets 416 McKinley Ave. An area of all things Swedish. Enter through the Swedish Cottage Hosting over 1,000 musicians of all ages. All types of instruments and experience art, music, food, games as you would in Sweden. See are represented as well as vocal entries. Not open for viewing by the Pages 24 - 25 for complete listing of events. public. To learn more about the competition visit Presented by I.B. Quality Cabinets www.genevachamber.com/granquist. Sponsored by Geneva Chamber of Commerce and 10:00 am-5:00 pm StringWorks Violin Shop Rosemaling Show - Good Templar Park (Community House) 528 East Side Dr. 9:00 am-3:00 pm View beautiful decorative Norwegian folk painting. Illinois Norsk Annual Used Book Sale - Geneva Public Library, 127 James St. Rosemalers Association show & sale is a combination of the $8 Bag Sale - all the books you can fit in a bag provided by the sale. competition and sale of Rosemaling by our artist members. For more information visit www.rosemaling.org. 9:00 am-5:00 pm 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament - 3rd St. 10:00 am-6:00 pm Hosted by the Geneva Park District Exhibitions - Geneva History Museum, 113 S. 3rd St. Get your team together for the area’s hottest 3-on-3 competition! Three exciting exhibitions - Full details found under Tuesday, June Each team is guaranteed at least two games. Each participant will 21 listing. receive a dry-fit shirt. Roster is limited to 5 players. Players cannot play on more than one team. Teams will be placed in category of their oldest player. Ages groups under 18 play between 9:00 am – 1:00pm, over 18 play from 1:00 – 5:00pm. (Schedules may vary based on enrollment.) For more information call 630-232-4542. Both boys and girls are welcome to enroll. Registration deadline is June 21. Register at genevaparks.org. Sponsored by Gerald Subaru of North Aurora 10:00 am-1:00 pm Creation Station - James & 3rd streets North side of Courthouse GERALD Join Home Depot’s hands-on workshop building a chalkboard planter, chalkboard door hanger or Home Depot Load N Go. SUBARU Sponsored by The Home Depot NORTH AURORA 10:00 am-4:00 pm Swedish Cottage Walk & Viking Ship - Good Templar Park 528 East Side Dr. View Swedish Stugas (Cottages) on guided tours. Moderate activity level - uneven ground. The Cottage Walk cost is $10. The Viking Ship will be open 1-4 pm Sat & Sun. Visit our Lingonberry Cafe serving Proudly sponsors: Swedish meatballs, Swediedogs and other Swedish treats. Also open Swedie Pie’s Bakery and The Camp Store for sweets and treats with Swedish Days Festival Swedish flavor. Information: 847-845-2640 21 ––––––––––– Saturday, June 25 ––––––––––– ––––––––––– Saturday, June 25 ––––––––––– Many merchants offer specials Many merchants offer specials 10:00 am-9:00 pm 9:00 pm-Midnight Quad Power Jump - James & S. 4th streets Cosmic Golf Night - Stone Creek Miniature Golf Course, Young & old can defy gravity and experience bounces and flips–all Wheeler Park (Rt. 31) while safely harnessed. $6/person Coordinated by Geneva Park District Play miniature golf ... in the dark! Glow-in-the-dark golf balls will be 11:00 am-10:00 pm provided. No pre-registration. Last tee time 11:15 pm. $8 per round. Carnival/Windy City Amusements - Courthouse Parking Lot, Information: 630-232-4542. James & 4th streets From 12:00-4:00 pm, unlimited rides $25/person. CENTRAL STAGE Noon-11:00 pm S. 3rd St. at Courthouse - R/J Recording & Sound Craft Brew Tent - Campbell St., west of 3rd St. Co-Sponsored by Kane County Chronicle Craft beer enthusiasts will appreciate this experience. Purchase and Gerald Subaru of North Aurora Geneva’s own locally crafted beers from Penrose Brewing Company and Stockholm’s at the beer tent. Including a hard root beer and hard 6:30 pm - Geneva’s Got Talent Finals apple cider. Visit with friends and enjoy this tented event through Cheer on your favorite star and enjoy watching the finalists chosen Sunday. from Wednesday night’s competition compete for First Place and a Sponsored by Shodeen Homes $1,000 cash prize 1:00 pm-3:00 pm 8:00 pm - Generation…“The Sixties Experience” Concerts on the Lawn - Courthouse Lawn, S. 3rd St. GENERATION performances are a powerful sight and sound tribute Backyard Cohort - Established in 2005, Backyard Cohort turns heads to the Great Decades of Classic Rock - the 60s/70s. with their distinguished looks, big personalities, and a collective propensity to blow fans minds! 6:00 pm-9:00 pm Trucks & Ladders Static Display - 3rd St. b/t State & James Coordinated by Geneva Fire Department Explore the world of a fireman.

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22 23 ––––––––––––– Sweden Väst ––––––––––––– ––––––––––––– Sweden Väst ––––––––––––– Presented by I.B. Quality Cabinets Presented by I.B. Quality Cabinets SE corner of James & 3rd SE corner of James & 3rd Sat 10:00 am-5:00 pm; Sun 10:00 am-3:00 pm Sat 10:00 am-5:00 pm; Sun 10:00 am-3:00 pm Konst (Art) • Are you brave enough to tempt your Swedish taste buds by • Local artist Kathy McPartland will showcase her original tasting a traditional Swedish dish of lutfisk? (Sat all day) watercolor Scandinavian-style cards of Geneva and Good • Performing on Sunday is Chicago Spelmanslag, Chicago area’s Templar Park and Swedish hand painted décor. very own “home-town” Scandinavian Folk Band. • Swedish Dala horse carver Ted Bowman will demonstrate his (Sun 10:30 am) talent on-site; his original works are available for purchase. • Authentically-dressed Viking living historians from the 1893 • Dalamaler Sandy Braun will demonstrate her artistry; her items Viking Ship in Geneva will be present with their displays to are available for purchase. discuss , crafts, weapons, tools and ships typical of the • Swedish textile artist Leigh Butler shares her uniquely beautiful Viking Era. The ship itself, located in Good Templar Park, will items which are available for purchase. be open for visitors on the weekend from 1 – 4 pm. (Sun only) • Evonne Einoris brings her love of Rosemaling to Sweden Väst; • Meet a Viking and Svenskarnas Day Queen as they visit with items available for purchase. kids of all ages (hours vary). • Explore authentic Swedish Culture as Swedish , currency, Gåvor (Gifts) Swedish decorations, hand wood carving, Swedish • TheGift Box/Scandinavian Imports, located in Geneva, brings map, flag and clothing are displayed beautifully in this handmade Swedish heritage to the Fox Valley with authentic Swedish gifts case crafted by I.B. Quality Cabinets. and food. Mat (Food) • Handmade Swedish items made by Good Templar members • Enjoy Swedish delicacies in our Kafé from Inglenook Pantry will be available for purchase. - Taste of Sweden (Salmon spread, Pickled beets, Cucumber • Swedish American Museum will have Swedish gift items salad, Swedish Cheeses, Limpa ), Coffee Cake, (books, items, linens, toys & candy) for sale. Pudding w/ Lingonberry , Swedish Soda. • Author Katherine Penndorf will have her middle grade book • Good Templar Members – Cardamom coffee cake & Freya and the Dragon Egg for sale. tarts. • Mydeye handcrafts embroidered bandanas and accessories for your furry friends. We specialize in designs that support our Nöje (Amusement & Entertainment) Scandinavian heritage, and will have plenty of Swedish design • The Maypole is a key component in Swedish Midsommar pet supplies for purchase - including the Geneva Vikings. Celebrations. Help in the raising, singing and dancing around of our Maypole. (Sat 10 am) • The Young Swedish Singers is a 45-person choir from the Swedish province of Skane. Enjoy this group ranging in age from teenagers to young adults as they sing traditional Swedish songs. (Sat 10:30 am) • Swedish Days stories with interactive Storyteller Paddy Lynn. Sponsored by Geneva Public Library (Sat 12-1 pm & 2-3 pm; Sun 11 am-12 pm) • Enjoy traditional Scandinavian dancing with Nordic Folk Dancers of Chicago. Sponsored by The Gift Box/Scandinavian Imports in Geneva, Illinois (Sat 4 pm) 25 –––––––––––– Sunday, June 26 –––––––––––– –––––––––––– Sunday, June 26 –––––––––––– 7:00 am-11:00 am 1:00 pm All-You-Can-Eat Parade Day Breakfast - 22 S. 2nd 67th Annual Swedish Days Parade Coordinated by Geneva Vikings Mimer Lodge #33 Join us for a hometown parade. (American Legion Post 75 tent). Swedish Pancakes, Fried Herring, Line of March: Anderson Blvd. and Center, south to State, east on Bacon, Eggs, Potatoes, Beverages. Adults-$12, Kids 12 & Under- $6. State to 3rd, south on 3rd to Metra Train Station. Marshaled by Viking Service Organization and coordinated by Geneva 10:00 am-3:00 pm Chamber of Commerce Sweden Väst - SE corner of James & 3rd streets VIP Tent sponsored by Charles Schwab – Geneva Branch An area of all things Swedish. Enter through the Swedish Cottage and experience art, music, food, games as you would in Sweden. See Pages 24 - 25 for complete listing of events. There's power in Presented by I.B. Quality Cabinets working together.

Geneva Branch 10:00 am-4:00 pm And it's a pleasure Swedish Cottage Walk & Viking Ship - Good Templar Park, 500 S. Third Street working with Swedish Suite #135 528 East Side Dr. Days Festival. Geneva, IL 60134 Full details found under Saturday, June 25 listing. (630) 208-4935 www.schwab.com/geneva 10:00 am-6:00 pm Quad Power Jump - James & S. 4th streets Proud supporters of Geneva. Young & old can defy gravity and experience bounces and flips–all Schwab is committed to building healthy financial futures and strong while safely harnessed. $6/person communities in places like Swedish Days Festival. To learn how we can help you take ownership of your financial life, stop by our branch, visit 11:00 am-5:00 pm Schwab.com, or call (630) 208-4935. Rosemaling Show - Good Templar Park (Community House), 528 East Side Dr. View beautiful decorative Norwegian folk painting. Illinois Norsk Rosemalers Association show & sale is a combination of the competition and sale of Rosemaling by our artist members. For more information visit www.rosemaling.org. Brokerage Products: Not FDIC-Insured • No Bank Guarantee • May Lose Value Geneva is not affiliated with Schwab or any of its subsidiaries or affiliates. 11:00 am-8:00 pm ©2016 The Charles Schwab Corporation. All rights reserved. CS19752-09 (0714-4171) ADP79334-00 (03/16) Carnival/Windy City Amusements - Courthouse Parking Lot, James & 4th streets From 12:00-4:00 pm, unlimited rides $25/person. Geneva Chamber would like to thank all the Noon-5:00 pm Swedish Days Volunteers for their Hard Work. Craft Brew Tent - Campbell St., west of 3rd St. Craft beer enthusiasts will appreciate this experience. Purchase Geneva’s own locally crafted beers from Penrose Brewing Company Swedish Days and Stockholm’s at the beer tent. Including a hard root beer and Volunteers are hard apple cider. Sponsored by Shodeen Homes sponsored by ...

26 27 1 Sweden Väst 8 Train Station 2 Creation Station 9 Geneva Settler’s Coffee 3 Information Booth 10 Quad Power Jump 4 Carnival 11 Craft Brew Tent 5 Restrooms 12 Granquist Music Competition 6 Central Stage 13 Cottage Walk & Viking Ship 7 Circus on Third 14 Concerts on Lawn 15 Swedish Days 5K Lopp $ ATM Sponsored by The State Bank of Geneva

Thank you for visiting us for Swedish Days 2016. We look forward to seeing you next month for the Geneva Arts Fair, July 23-24.

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