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Spotted on the Geneva calendar: Hoptoberfest at Hopvine Brewing
Good morning Geneva! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- Geneva High School lands among Illinois' top 100 in new rankings
- Geneva plans overnight mosquito spraying after West Nile detected locally
- How does this $825,000 Keim Court sale compare to your street?
Also on today's calendar: Hoptoberfest at Hopvine Brewing and 8 more events.
Today's riddle: Why do fish live in salt water? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Thursday: Mostly sunny and less humid, with a high of 81 and low of 58 degrees.
- Friday: A heavy t-storm in the p.m., temps: high: 78, low: 61.
- Saturday: Humid with a stray t-storm, with a high of 82 and low of 57 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• See How Geneva High School Ranks In 2026-27: U.S. News (patch.com) — Geneva residents can take pride in Geneva Community High School being ranked 53rd in Illinois and among the top 100 high schools statewide in the latest U.S. News list. The report highlights strong graduation rates, extensive AP participation, and especially high science proficiency, offering a detailed snapshot of how local students are performing compared with peers across Illinois. 
• Citywide Mosquito Spraying Scheduled Tonight In Geneva (patch.com) — Geneva officials are planning citywide mosquito spraying from Wednesday evening through early Thursday after local traps detected West Nile virus. Residents are urged to stay indoors with windows closed during the treatment period, especially those with respiratory issues, and can report mosquito problems or standing water through the contractor's online portal.
• Single-family home in Geneva goes for $825,000 (shawlocal.com) — A four-bedroom, three-bath home at 1231 Keim Court in Geneva recently sold for $825,000, highlighting strong prices in the neighborhood. Several nearby properties on Fairway Circle, Harbor Town Court, and Eagle Brook Drive also closed between $705,000 and $785,000, offering residents a snapshot of current local market values.
📸 Around Geneva
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Geneva
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★ Featured events ★
- Hoptoberfest at Hopvine Brewing →
4030 Fox Valley Center Dr, Aurora
12:00 pm
Sunday August 30
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Other local events
- Carve a Stamp (Geared for Adults)
Geneva Public Library District - Makerspace
6:30 pm - Cupcake Decorating (20s & 30s)
Geneva Public Library District - Meeting Room
7:00 pm - Project of the Month: Sublimate a Tote Bag (Adults)
Geneva Public Library District - - Family Storytime (All Ages)
Geneva Public Library District - Discovery Spot
9:30 am - Geneva Learners Discussion Group (Adults)
Geneva Public Library District - Meeting Room
10:00 am - Inclusive Game Night (Adults)
Geneva Public Library District -
6:00 pm - Back to School Fun Fair at Geneva Commons →
Geneva Commons, 602 Commons Dr, Geneva
11:00 am - America 250: Viking Beliefs and Their Comparison to the Declar
Geneva Public Library District - Meeting Room
1:30 pm - Geneva French Market →
Geneva, IL Calendar Geneva, IL 60134
9:00 am - Hope Echoes on the River Charity Bike Ride Benefitting CASA Kane County →
Kane County Courthouse, 100 S 3rd St, Geneva
9:00 am
Thursday August 20
Friday August 21
Saturday August 22
Sunday August 23
Sunday August 30
📣 Geneva Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Anderson's Book Fair for students only
Sam Rotolo Middle Sch Batavia, IL 60510
8:00 am - RMS Curriculum Night
Sam Rotolo Middle Sch Batavia, IL 60510
5:00 pm - Anderson's Book Fair for Families
Sam Rotolo Middle Sch Batavia, IL 60510
5:00 pm - Back to School Night
St Charles North High School Auditorium
6:30 pm
Thursday August 20
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Geneva Lodge remains committed to supporting local families and organizations. —Geneva Lodge 139 Read on Patch
- Tailored Brands posted a job opening for Retail Sales Associate in Geneva. Apply here.
- Burger King posted a job opening for Team Member in West Chicago. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Geneva here.
🗞 Nearby News
Batavia
- Public forum event to address data center boom's impact on Kane County (tricitiescentral.com)
St. Charles
- Giving back together: family edition (shawlocal.com)
- Vintage RC planes take flight at Rockford event (rrstar.com)
Aurora
- See How Aurora High Schools Rank In 2026-27: U.S. News (patch.com)
Ok Geneva! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Pepper makes them sneeze (Thank you Karla H. for sending it in!)
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