The Batavia Chamber of Commerce will host a Volunteer Fair from 2 to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, May 6, at Batavia Public Library at 10 S. Batavia Ave. in Batavia.
The event will bring together more than 30 nonprofit organizations offering an opportunity for individuals to explore diverse avenues of community service, event organizers said in a press release.
Admission is free, and no registration is necessary, according to organizers.
The Volunteer Fair will also feature the League of Women Voters of Central Kane County, which will be on-site to register voters.
“We believe that by coming together to serve our community, we not only make a tangible impact but also forge lasting bonds that strengthen the fabric of society,” said Margaret Perreault, president and CEO of the Batavia Chamber of Commerce, in the release. “Whether you’re a seasoned volunteer or considering dipping your toes into community service for the first time, we welcome you to join us at the Volunteer Fair and discover the many ways you can make a difference.”
For more information about the event, contact Patti Anselme, special events coordinator for the Batavia Chamber of Commerce, at 630-879-7134, Ext. 3, or patt@bataviachamber.org.
Quantum physics topic of program
Celebrate World Physics Day at the St. Charles Public Library with quantum physicist and poet G. Jordan Maclay, who will present a program at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 24, called “Quantum Physics and Human Vibrations.”
Maclay received a doctoral degree from Yale University and is chief scientist at Quantum Fields LLC.
To register for the program, go to scpld.org or call 630-584-0076.
St. Charles Public Library is located at 1 S. Sixth Ave. in St. Charles.
Farm camp to be offered in Montgomery
Children will learn about farm life with farm animals, big farm equipment, hayrides and more during the Dickson-Murst Farm Camp, to be held from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Monday, June 23, through Friday, June 27, at The Conservation Foundation’s Dickson-Murst Farm at 2550 Dickson Road in Montgomery.
The week-long day camp will introduce children entering third through sixth grade to both the historic and modern methods of farming while experiencing a little bit of farm life at the historic farmstead, camp organizers said.
Staff from the Kendall County Outdoor Education Center, Kendall County Ag in the Classroom, The Conservation Foundation and volunteers from the Dickson-Murst Farm Partners will guide campers through a variety of crafts and demonstrations, including how to make butter and candles, and hands-on learning opportunities, according to a press release about the camp.
The cost is $195 per camper. To register, go to https://tcf.givecloud.co/2025-dickson-murst-farm-camp. For more information, call 630-428-4500, Ext. 161.
Geneva to hold meeting on street improvements
Geneva residents seeking more details on upcoming street improvements are invited to attend an informational meeting from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 29, at the Geneva Public Works Department, 1800 South St. in Geneva, city officials said.
City staff will provide an overview of the construction activity and will be available to answer questions, according to a press release about the event. Those attending can enter the building through the east side door, officials said.
The city of Geneva’s 2025 street improvement program is scheduled to begin in May with 17 resurfacing and ADA projects on the docket, according to the release.
In addition to the resurfacing/ADA work, other projects include the Hamilton Street parking lot reconstruction, Third Street pavement patching and James Street parking reconfiguration, city officials said.
All project locations and a map are available on the city’s website at https://www.geneva.il.us/.
Residents living on impacted roads or the nearest cross streets will receive a letter from the city inviting them to the upcoming meeting, according to the release.
Construction on the projects is expected to be completed by mid-August, weather permitting, city officials said.
Sierra Club plans webinar on aquifer
The Valley of the Fox Sierra Club group will hold a Zoom meeting called “Protect the Aquifer” at 7 p.m. on Monday, April 21, group officials said.
Pam Richart and Lan Richart, co-directors of the Eco-Justice Collaborative in Champaign, will discuss the Coalition to Stop CO2 Pipelines and ban carbon dioxide sequestration under the Mahomet Aquifer, group officials said.
The aquifer is a crucial water source for nearly one million people, group officials said, and is threatened by potential leaks and contamination from carbon dioxide underground storage.
To access the webinar, go to https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86468143987.
Waubonsee to have open house for tech programs
Waubonsee Community College invites prospective students and families to its Tech Programs Open House at its Plano campus at 100 Waubonsee Drive from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 16.
At this free event, those attending can learn more about in-demand careers and explore hands-on training, according to a press release from Waubonsee.
Waubonsee offers tech courses in computer aided design and drafting, cybersecurity, computer information systems, welding and more.
Staff will be available to answer questions about admissions, financial aid and other topics during the open house, officials said.
A bonus session at 5:15 p.m. will provide insights into the cybersecurity field, officials said.
Attendees will also have the chance to enter a prize drawing for a free class (up to a $500 value), according to the release. The class must be taken this summer or fall.
To RSVP or learn more about the event, go to waubonsee.edu/Plano25.