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Wednesday, July 24, 2024New Museum Exhibit Depicts Batavia Past and Present Through Paintings
BATAVIA, IL – Luminous watercolors and vibrant oil paints capture visions of the Batavia landscape in a new exhibit at Batavia Depot Museum showcasing artworks from the Batavia Historical Society’s collection. “Through the Artist’s Brush” focuses on the works of local painters. The collection spans 17 decades and includes a painting from 1860 depicting the Revere House Hotel and more recent paintings of the Batavia Depot Museum and the Fermilab National Accelerator Laboratory. “There are so many amazing
Friday, July 19, 2024SciTech Welcomes Mary Johnston as New Director of Programs and Education: Announcing STEM Lab Open House on July 27th
SciTech Welcomes Mary Johnston as New Director of Programs and EducationAnnouncing STEM Lab Open House on July 27th Batavia, IL - 7/19/2024 - SciTech is excited to announce the appointment of Mary Johnston as our new Director of Programs and Education. Mary brings with her two decades of experience in Special Education, a Master’s degree in Education, and an unwavering passion for STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics). Her extensive background and dedication to inclusive education will
Tuesday, July 16, 2024Batavia Water Street Reopens, Fox River Trail Detour Changes
The City of Batavia has completed another phase of the Wastewater Treatment Facility upgrade at 400 Shumway Ave, allowing Water Street to be reopened for pedestrian, bicycle and vehicle traffic. The major utility work along Water Street between Main Street and the dead-end south of Union Avenue is complete; however, detours for the Fox River Trail around the treatment facility are still required.For trail users approaching from the south on Fox River Trail west side: At the intersection of trail and
Tuesday, July 16, 2024The Conservation Foundation and Batavia Public Art Initiative Seeking Artists for ‘Art of the Fox’ Community Mural Series
Batavia Public Art Initiative and The Conservation Foundation are collaborating on a project to create a mural series on the east side of the Jeffrey D. Schielke Government Center in Batavia overlooking the Fox River and Batavia Riverwalk. Project organizers are seeking multiple artists who can help to transform a series of boarded windows into a vibrant new purpose. The vision for each mural is to connect viewers to the beauty, importance, and diversity of the Fox River and the communities the river
Monday, July 15, 2024Passport to Downtown Batavia Shopping Event
Proceeds to help feed the hungry in the community Batavia, IL— Join us on Saturday, July 27, 2024 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for the Passport to Downtown Batavia shopping event. Proceeds from the event will be used to purchase a Northern Illinois Food Bank Truck filled with food to feed the hungry in our community. Participants can purchase their Passport to Downtown Batavia for $25 and then proceed on a self-directed shopping tour featuring more than 10 downtown Batavia merchants. Your Passport with a
Wednesday, July 10, 2024Get Your Advance Tickets for Cocktails in the Park Now!
There’s still time to purchase advance tickets to Batavia MainStreet’s Annual Fundraiser, Cocktails in the Park on July 27 from 7-10 p.m. at Appleton Park behind City Hall. “Enjoy a night of live music, appetizers, cocktails or mocktails, and raffles all while helping to support downtown programming and promotions.” said Batavia MainStreet Assistant Director Kristen Desler. MainStreet staff and volunteers work to keep the local economy vibrant, assist in marketing and promotions, and operate the Batavia
Monday, July 08, 2024Batavia United Way Announces 2024 Community Dinner Table Event
Batavia, IL– Batavia United Way is excited to announce the 2024 Community Dinner Table event, set to take place on Sunday, September 8, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on N. River St. in downtown Batavia. This unique shared table experience allows residents to dine and mingle with neighbors at one LONG table, fostering a sense of community and togetherness. The event aims to raise funds to support programs that combat food insecurity in our community. By participating, you will not only enjoy a wonderful meal and
Monday, July 01, 2024CELEBRINI, HAGE SELECTED IN FIRST ROUND OF NHL DRAFT
CELEBRINI, HAGE SELECTED IN FIRST ROUND OF NHL DRAFTMacklin Celebrini becomes second Steel alumni selected with #1 overall pick LAS VEGAS, NEVADA — Former Chicago Steel forward Macklin Celebrini was selected by the San Jose Sharks with the first overall pick in the 2024 NHL Draft Friday. He became the second Steel alumnus to be selected with the number one pick, joining Owen Power, who was taken first overall by the Buffalo Sabres in the 2021 NHL Draft. Later in Round 1, former Steel forward Michael Hage
Monday, July 01, 2024LOUKA CLOUTIER SELECTED IN 5th ROUND OF NHL DRAFT
LOUKA CLOUTIER SELECTED IN 5th ROUND OF NHL DRAFTCloutier is first Steel goaltender selected in draft since 2006 LAS VEGAS, NEVADA — Chicago Steel goaltender Louka Cloutier was selected by the Colorado Avalanche with the 132nd overall pick in Round 5 of the 2024 NHL Draft on Saturday. Cloutier was the third player with Steel ties selected in this year’s draft, joining Macklin Celebrini, who was selected with the first overall pick by the San Jose Sharks, and Michael Hage who was selected 21st overall by
Tuesday, June 25, 2024This July, Celebrate 'Where You Belong' at Batavia Park District with a Month of Activities and Giveaways for National Parks and Recreation Month
This July, Batavia Park District will help you unplug, unwind and explore Batavia’s parks and amenities. July is National Park and Recreation month, and the park district is celebrating with a variety of activities for residents of all ages and abilities, including a month-long scavenger hunt, popsicles in the park with mascot Bruce the Spruce, a #BataviaUnplugged social media contest and a free night at Hall Quarry Beach. Parks and Recreation month is an initiative of the National Recreation and Park
Tuesday, June 18, 2024Batavia Police Chief Announces Retirement
BATAVIA, IL. (JUNE 18, 2024) – Batavia Police Chief Shawn Mazza, who began his law enforcement career in Batavia as a patrol officer in January 1999 and worked his way up to Police Chief in 2022, has announced his retirement effective January 14, 2025. Mazza oversees a police department with 43 full-time sworn officers and 12 civilian employees. During his tenure, he helped spearhead several community-focused initiatives, including Coffee with a Cop, Cones with Cops, the expansion of the bicycling
Tuesday, June 11, 2024Covenant Living at The Holmstad to Host 46th Annual Bazaar
Popular Event Features Huge Selection of Hand-Crafted Items and MoreBatavia, IL: Karen Luebbers loves to spin yarn. In fact, she has been creating her own yarn from sheep’s wool for more than 40 years now. She is one of the many artisan residents at Covenant Living at the Holmstad who will be featured during the senior living community’s annual Bazaar this September. Luebbers has always been creatively resourceful since around the age of 12 when she made her own clothes. Later in life she started weaving
Thursday, May 16, 2024Batavia MainStreet & Water Street Studios Seek Applicants for Winterfest Art Market
Applications Open May 18, 2024 Winterfest Art Market is a holiday market in collaboration with non-profit organizations Water Street Studios and Batavia MainStreet. Artists, artisans and makers will be selling fine art and handmade items featured throughout Water Street Studios and The Dock (150 First St.) Event Hours are Friday, November 8 from 6-9pm, Saturday, November 9 from 10am- 5pm, and Sunday, November 10 from 10am- 2pm. The event will have drinks, food, and live entertainment throughout the
Tuesday, January 03, 2023Selecting a Business Structure for Your Batavia Startup: What Entrepreneurs Need to Know
When starting a business in Batavia, IL, one of the first decisions you will have to make is what kind of business entity to establish. This decision can have major implications for the future of your business, so it is important to choose carefully. The type of business entity you choose will determine such things as your personal liability, the amount of taxes you will pay, and how easy or difficult it will be to raise capital. There are many different types of business entities, but the most
Monday, November 28, 2022The Fourth Quarter is Here! Is Your Batavia, IL Small Business Ready?
As the end of the year approaches, it's time to start thinking about how to wrap up the fourth quarter strong. For small businesses, this means taking a close look at what's worked well this year and making plans for an even more successful year to come. Here are a few things to keep in mind as you prepare your small business for the fourth quarter courtesy of the Adobe via membership in the Batavia Chamber of Commerce. Review This Year's Targets The first step is to review your goals for this year and
Monday, November 07, 2022How to Make it as a Creative in Batavia, Illinois
As a creative professional, you know that success doesn't come easy. It takes hard work, dedication, and a bit of luck to make it in any field, but the creative arts are especially competitive. If you're a fashion designer, artist, or maker in Batavia, here are some tips on how you can get discovered and make a name for yourself.Write a Business Plan No matter what kind of business you're in, it's always a good idea to have a business plan. This document will outline your business goals, strategies, and
Wednesday, October 05, 20225 Tips for Marketing Your Job Openings in Batavia, IL
The recruitment market can be very competitive, especially if your goal is to attract people with specific skills and plenty of drive. To get the best applicants for your available jobs, you need to effectively market your openings. Just like a product on your shelves, an open job listing won’t do you much good if you don’t make sure the right audience knows about it. Here are some tips shared with the Batavia Chamber of Commerce to help you find the best employees for the job. 1. Carefully
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