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Shop Valentine’s Day gifts in Huntley and take in the Groundhog Day festivities in Woodstock.

Stella Chen, Gramophone's 2023 Young Artist of the Year, will perform with the Elgin Symphony Orchestra March 1 & 2.

Indoor and outdoor winter pleasures await in DuPage and Cook counties, from multiple theater productions to the Downers Grove Ice Festival and a Chocolate Weekend at The Morton Arboretum.

Here's a listing of the best live music venues in Kane, McHenry and DeKalb counties and the Illinois Valley, as voted on by Shaw Media audiences.

Bring your child to the Joliet Public Library for a day of fun activities on Saturday.

Make reservations to treat your special someone to a romantic dinner on Friday, Feb. 14.

Galentine's Day is celebrated Feb. 13, and is a day for women to celebrate their female family members and friends.

Escape rooms are perfect for date nights, family outings, team building adventures and more. Check out this list of locations across northern Illinois.

Beers from one of the oldest breweries in America is now available on tap at more than 2,000 locations across Illinois.

Enjoy live music tributes to Allman Brothers Band, The Doors, Beatles, Tina Turner and many more legendary artists this weekend.

Celebrate Valentine's Day weekend with a hilarious performance from The Second City.

Lincolnshire Marriott Resort is celebrating its 50th anniversary with the iconic musical "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat," as well as a themed pop-up restaurant on site.

Watch the "Tarzan" musical, mini golf in a historic library, enjoy a Tom Petty cover band, go to a vinyl record show or take part in a trivia night this weekend in the Illinois Valley.

The show will feature a multiple groups of outstanding performers from all over the region.

Kendall County will feature family activities, sign making, a special Valentine's Day event and more.

Kane County will feature several Valentine's Day events, the Indoor Market and more.

First Fridays Open Mic is Feb. 7 in Oregon; Flock to the Rock is Feb. 8 in Rock Falls.

Petals by Peyton, located in downtown La Salle was voted Best Florist in the 2024 Best of the Illinois Valley contest.

The Supertramp Tribute will perform at the Crystal Lake venue on March 1.

The sons of musicians Ginger Baker and Jack Bruce, along with guitarist Rob Johnson, will take the stage at the St. Charles theatre to honor the music of Cream on Feb. 21.

Looking for some good sushi, Thai or Chinese food? Here's a list of award-winning Asian restaurants in the Illinois Valley, Kane, DeKalb, McHenry counties.

Tallgrass Restaurant in Lockport was well-known for its classic set-price French cuisine in a restored Victorian building. The new owners are maintaining that spirit in updated ways.

Emagine Batavia is offering romantic specials to celebrate Valentine's Day.

This is the fifth restaurant in the Tangled Roots chain, which launched in Ottawa in 2016.

The annual event is from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 22.

Here's a list of award-winning brunches in the Illinois Valley.

The Barricade Boys feature four award-winning vocalists – Scott Garnham, Kieran Brown, Craig Mather and Simon Schofield, all “Les Misérables” alumni – performing a music mix ranging from pop to opera.

Treat your special someone to a truly unforgettable dining experience at one of these award-winning restaurants, where romance is always on the menu.

Face 2 Face: A Tribute to Elton John & Billy Joel will perform at 8 p.m. Feb. 7 at the Rialto Square Theatre in Joliet.

The award-winning artist will perform at the downtown Joliet theatre Friday, April 11.

More than 40 restaurants are participating in the event, which is Feb. 3-7.

Learn about storm chasing in Woodstock and shop sales in Crystal Lake this weekend in McHenry County.

The performance features Bennett’s iconic hits including “Because of You,” “Rags to Riches,” “I Left My Heart in San Francisco,” “The Best is Yet to Come,” “I Get a Kick Out of You,” “Stranger in Paradise” and many more.

Find the perfect sports bar in Kane, Kendall, McHenry and DeKalb counties to watch the big games, as well as the best wings in the Illinois Valley for that game day party.

Audiences will enjoy two hours of uplifting, dance-inducing and sometimes heart-breaking songs, fully live with fantastic staging, lighting and effects.

The 30th annual celebration of winter captivates visitors with its breathtaking massive snow sculptures, festive activities and cozy ambiance.

Enjoy a day on the slopes and trails at these downhill and cross-country skiing locations in the suburbs and northwest Illinois.

Gayle will perform at the Arcada Theatre in downtown St. Charles on Thursday, Feb. 20.

Visit one of these award-winning bakeries in the Illinois Valley to enjoy a freshly-baked pie for National Pie Day.

Beer festivals aren't just for the summer and fall months. Check out these winter events happening near you.

Eagle Watch Weekend and Penguin Plunge highlight a weekend of activities in the Illinois Valley that include some Valentine's Day themed activities.

Kane County will feature multiple space-related events, an anniversary party and much more.

Maureen Christine and Michael Bazan Quartet will perform “Your Hit Parade: Global Edition” on March 1.

The lower-level lounge is set to open on Wednesday, Jan. 29 with a special ribbon-cutting ceremony at 2 N. River St. in downtown Aurora.

There will be Silent Disco, a Junior Dragstrip Day and more in Kendall County.

Mangler: We know it’s cold but if you could brave the wind chill, we’d love to see you at the final weekend of “It Had To Be You.”

Sauk Valley Wedding Expo is Feb. 2; Stupor Bowl is Feb. 8

The special Valentine's Day giveaway gives one couple a second chance at enjoying the dinner they picked out for their wedding.

Procell, the 2023/24 Artist in Residence, brings to life a unique blend of soul, contemporary blues and classic rock.

More wineries are producing sparkling wine. They are dedicating intentional work in the vineyard to ensure high-quality fruit – they’re patient in the cellar and the results are spectacular.