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02/01/2008-05/31/2008 - The Dempsey Gallery Exhibit (Art & Craft Shows,Visual Arts/Exhibitions) The Fine Line Creative Arts Center | 6N1158 Crane Rd. | St. Charles, IL 60174 | (630) 584-9443 Hours: Monday thru Saturday 10am-5pm. Closed Sunday. For more information please go to the website or call 630-584-9443. www.finelineca.org

03/22/2008-05/24/2008 - New Art/Orleans Street Gallery (Art & Craft Shows,Seasonal Event,Visual Arts/Exhibitions) Orleans Street Gallery located in /Pheasant Run Resort | 4050 E. Main Street | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-524-5048 The Orleans Street Gallery presents Picturing Mary: Contemporary Images of the Madonna. Through painting, photography and mixed media, Chicago-area artists reflect upon and rephrase the Marian image. Selections span the allegorical and the literal, the maternal and the divine. Curated by Ruth Nelson. Opening Reception: March 29,6pm-9pm. Hours: Thurs. 12pm-7pm; Fri.& Sat. 12pm-8pm; Sun. 11am-4pm. For more information contact Gallery Director Anni Holm at art@orleansStreetGallery.com or call 630-524-5048. www.orleansstreetgallery.com

04/04/2008-05/18/2008 - Spring Fling @ Pheasant Run Resort (Family Friendly) Pheasant Run Resort | 4051 E. Main Street | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-584-6300 Bring your family and go fly a kite in a getaway designed to delight the children and bring out the child in you. Package includes deluxe overnight accommodations; 2 kites included with each room ($5 per additional kite); Access to outdoor activities on Saturday, poolside patio Noon-2pm; $25 food voucher for breakfast OR picnic lunch in Terrace Cafe for 2 adults and 2 children. 1 ticket for 2 crafts at Craft Corner; Noon-4pm on Saturdays; Indoor & Outdoor pools; Fitness Center; Access to Kids Klub. From $129. Call for more information or reservations-630-584-6300. www.pheasantrun.com

04/05/2008-05/31/2008 - Late Nite Catechism/Studio Theatre/Pheasant Run Resort Spa (Theater/Entertainment) Pheasant Run Resort and Spa | 4051 E. Main Street | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-584-6342 Saturday 6PM - Sunday 2:30pm. Show runs April 5th thru May 31. Catholic or not, it's time to enroll yourself in the interactive adult catechism class that's been spreading dogma around Chicago for nearly 16 years. Learn (and squirm) a little and laugh a lot as Sister imposes her views on society, the Catholic Church and appropriate behavior. Don't be late, sit up straight and buy your tickets today by calling 630-584-6342.. www.noblefool.org

04/17/2008-05/14/2008 - George Shipperley/Bridges A Gallery of Fine Art (Art & Craft Shows,Visual Arts/Exhibitions) Bridges A Gallery of Fine Art | 305 N. Second Street | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-377-7726 Artist George Shipperley will show new work in an exhibit of oil pastel paintings. The exhibit will begin April 17th and continue through May 14th. An opening reception will be held Thursday April 17th, 6pm-9pm. Regular business hours are Tues.-Fri. 11am-6pm; Sat. 10am-5pm; Sun. 1-4pm. For more information call 630-377-7726. www.bridgesfineart.com

04/18/2008-05/31/2008 - Art Inspired by Nature @ The Fine Line Creative Arts Center (Art & Craft Shows,Visual Arts/Exhibitions) The Fine Line Creative Arts Center | 6N1158 Crane Rd. | St. Charles, IL 60174 | (630) 584-9443 Hours: Monday thru Saturday 10am-5pm. Closed Sunday. Displayed in the Kavanagh Gallery @ Fine Line. For more information please go to the website or call 630-584-9443. www.fineline.org

05/01/2008-05/31/2008 - Ekwabet's 20th Birthday Party (Art & Craft Shows,Family Friendly,Visual Arts/Exhibitions) Along The Riverwalk at Ekwabet Sculpture | Various St. Charles Area | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-809-9334 Sat.5/17 2pm; Ekwabet's 20th Birthday Party along the river at Pottawatomi Indian sculpture; Tues. 5/13 through Sat.,5/17 during daylight hours; "A Day in the Life" Exhibit near the Pavilion; Sat.5/17 2:30pm Drumming/Dancing Exhibit Pottawatomie Park Pavilion; Thurs. 5/15 7:30pm Story Telling at the St. Charles Public Library. The Art Gallery and Lacrosse times TBA. This event celebrates the anniversary of the sculpture's dedication, honors the area's Native American heritage and provides area residents and visitors with entertainment and education about Native American and St. Charles arts and culture, and history. All events are free. www.ekwabets20thbirthdayparty.com

05/01/2008-05/31/2008 - Zanies Comedy Night Club/Pheasant Run Resort (Theater/Entertainment) Pheasant Run Resort | 4051 E. Main Street | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-584-6342 Performances Thursday thru Saturday. Call for times and names of entertainers or visit their website. Must be 21 yrs. old. www.zanies.com

05/01/2008-07/19/2008 - I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change/Noble Fool Theatre/Pheasant Run Resort (Theater/Entertainment) Pheasant Run Resort & Spa | 4051 E. Main Street | St. Charles, IL 60174 | You'll instantly fall in love with Off-Broadway's longest-running musical and comical celebration of the modern-day suburban mating game. It's everything you have ever secretly thought about dating, romance, marriage, lovers, husbands, wives and in-laws, but were afraid to admit. Get ready for Love & Marriage 101, set to fun music and familiar situations we can all relate to. Rating: Adult Audiences. For tickets or information, please call 630-584-6342. www.pheasantrun.com

05/01/2008-09/30/2008 - Sculpture in the Park (Family Friendly,Seasonal Event,Visual Arts/Exhibitions) Mt. St. Mary Park | Rt. 31 and Prairie Street | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-513-6200 Dawn to Dusk. Located along Rt.31 at Prairie Street along the beautiful and historic downtown St. Charles. A must see experience. People of all ages are welcome to enjoy this magnificent free exhibition of original and unique sculptures. The 2007 Sculpture in the Park event was one of the Top Three Finalists in the category of Organizational Partnership Development, at Lt. Governor Pat Quinn's Illinois Main Street's Annual "Awards fir Excellence". wwwst-charlesparks.org

05/10/2008-06/28/2008 - "Make Tracks to 1st Street" Promotion (Seasonal Event) Downtown St. Charles | | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-513-5386 Make a purchase at ANY of the participating 1st Street St. Charles businesses from now until June 28, and you receive an entry into that week's prize drawing. ALL entries remain eligible for the June 28th Grand Prize drawing. For details and additional information, please call 630-513-5386 or go to the website. www.dtown.org

05/13/2008-05/13/2008 - KC Cougars vs Cedar Rapids Kernels (Angels Affiliate) (Family Friendly,For Kids,Sports Event) Elfstrom Stadium | Kirk & Cherry Lane | Geneva, IL 60134 | 630-232-8811 6:00PM-Cougars vs Cedar Rapids Kernels. For additional information or to order tickets call 630-232-8811. www.kccougars.com

05/14/2008-05/14/2008 - KC Cougars vs Cedar Rapids Kernels (Angels Affiliate) (Family Friendly,For Kids,Sports Event) Elfstrom Stadium | Kirk & Cherry Lane | Geneva, IL 60134 | 630-232-8811 6:00PM-Cougars vs Cedar Rapids Kernels. Jake the Diamond Dog tonight. For additional information or to order tickets call 630-232-8811. www.kccougars.com

05/15/2008-05/15/2008 - I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change/Matinee/Noble Fool Theatre/Pheasant Run Resort (Theater/Entertainment) Pheasant Run Resort & Spa | 4051 E. Main Street | St. Charles, IL 60174 | You'll instantly fall in love with Off-Broadway's longest-running musical and comical celebration of the modern-day suburban mating game. It's everything you have ever secretly thought about dating, romance, marriage, lovers, husbands, wives and in-laws, but were afraid to admit. Get ready for Love & Marriage 101, set to fun music and familiar situations we can all relate to. Rating: Adult Audiences. For tickets or information, please call 630-584-6342. www.pheasantrun.com

05/15/2008-05/15/2008 - KC Cougars vs Cedar Rapids Kernels (Angels Affiliate) (Family Friendly,For Kids,Sports Event) Elfstrom Stadium | Kirk & Cherry Lane | Geneva, IL 60134 | 630-232-8811 6:00PM-Cougars vs Cedar Rapids Kernels. Jake the Diamond tonight. For additional information or to order tickets call 630-232-8811. www.kccougars.com

05/15/2008-05/15/2008 - Girl's Night Out at Hotel Baker (Theater/Entertainment) Hotel Baker | 100 W. Main Street | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-584-2100 5PM-"Girl's Night Out" every Thursday in the Charlemagne lounge. Live entertainment by Paul Willaert (Pop-Rock). All Martinis $6.00 1/2 off Miller Lite Draft. No cover charge. Call for details -630-584-2100. www.hotelbaker.com

05/15/2008-05/18/2008 - I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change /Noble Fool Theatre/Pheasant Run Resort (Theater/Entertainment) Pheasant Run Resort & Spa | 4051 E. Main Street | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-584-6342 You'll instantly fall in love with Off-Broadway's longest-running musical and comical celebration of the modern-day suburban mating game. It's everything you have ever secretly thought about dating, romance, marriage, lovers, husbands, wives and in-laws, but were afraid to admit. Get ready for Love & Marriage 101, set to fun music and familiar situations we can all relate to. Show runs through July 19th. Rating: Adult Audiences. For tickets or information, please call 630-584-6342. www.pheasantrun.com

05/15/2008-06/18/2008 - "Common Ground"/Bridges A Gallery of Fine Art (Art & Craft Shows,Visual Arts/Exhibitions) Bridges A Gallery of Fine Art | 305 N. Second Street | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-377-7726 Jerry Smith artist - Opening reception: Thursday 5/15 from 6pm-9pm. Exhibit from May 15th through June 18th, 2008. Regular business hours are Tues.-Fri. 11am-6pm; Sat. 10am-5pm; Sun. 1-4pm. For more information call 630-377-7726. www.bridgesfineart.com

05/16/2008-05/16/2008 - Greg Boerner/Charlemagne Lounge/Hotel Baker (Theater/Entertainment) Hotel Baker | 100 W. Main Street | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-584-2100 8PM-Greg Boerner plays Blues & Rock n' Roll. No cover charge. Call for details -630-584-2100. All dates subject to change-please call in advance! www.hotelbaker.com

05/16/2008-05/18/2008 - The Last Five Years at Steel Beam Theatre (Theater/Entertainment) Steel Beam Theatre | 111 W. Main St. | St. Charles, IL 60174 | (630) 587-8521 April 18th through May 18th, 2008. Performances Friday & Saturday 8pm, Sunday 3pm. The chronicle of a marriage from start to finish-or finish to start, depending on how you look at it. Gorgeous music is performed by Jamie, a writer, and Cathy, an actress, in this contemporary musical revue. For tickets or additional information, call 630-587-8521. www.steelbeamtheatre.com

05/16/2008-06/01/2008 - "Discover Great American Traditions"/National Tourism Month (Seasonal Event) 3rd Street Shops | 12 N. Third Street | St. Charles, IL 60174 | 630-377-6161 In observance of this national recognition of tourism, individuals visiting 3rd St. Shops will receive the NEW 2008 Visitor Guide; Illinois Travel Guide & area brochures; and a chance to win a $100 gift certificate to ROX City Grill at the Hotel Baker; OR one of 10 St. Charles canvas tote bags. (Drawing to be held Monday, June 2nd). Special offerings from the merchants of 3rd Street Shops throughout the promotion. FREE refreshments during weekend of promotion; 5/16-18; 5/23-25; 5/30-6/1/08. For information call 630-377-6161. www.stcharlescharm.com