Name: St. Charles Women's Club 2026/2027 Kickoff
Start: 2026-08-26T18:30:00-05:00
Location: Pollyanna Brewing & Distilling

Pollyanna Brewing & Distilling

Come celebrate another year of friendship, fun, and philanthropy while learning about everything planned for the upcoming club year. Guests will enjoy Riverside Pizza while connecting with others, with registration available for both members ($25) and nonmembers ($10).

Local Event: St. Charles Women's Club 2026/2027 Kickoff

Kane County

Amie Schaenzer

Chicago Metropolitan Area

St. Charles

Illinois

St. Charles Women's Club 2026/2027 Kickoff

Come celebrate another year of friendship, fun, and philanthropy while learning about everything planned for the upcoming club...

Join us for a Night with British Invasion Legend Karl Green (original member of Herman’s Hermits) on our Legends Stage in Rock ‘N Ravioli, located in the lobby of the Arcada Theatre. Food and hand-crafted cocktails are available for purchase. Doors will open at 6PM and the show will begin at 7:30PM. Your purchased ticket will serve as your table reservation for dinner and the show.
Step back into the 1960s, when music changed a generation, for an unforgettable evening with Karl Green, founding member and original bassist of the legendary Herman’s Hermits! For one night only, Rock &amp; Ravioli welcomes this British music icon for an intimate performance unlike any other. Hear captivating stories from life on the road during the height of the British Invasion, behind-the-scenes memories from touring the world, and the incredible experiences that shaped one of music’s most exciting eras. Karl will perform all of Herman’s Hermits’ biggest hits, along with timeless classics from many of the legendary artists he shared the stage with and appeared alongside, including Donovan, Dusty Springfield, Del Shannon, The Everly Brothers, Carole King, and more. What makes this evening even more special is the opportunity to ask Karl your own questions during an interactive Q&amp;A session. Hear firsthand stories, personal memories, and behind-the-scenes moments from one of the musicians who helped define an era of popular music. Whether you’re reliving the soundtrack of your youth or discovering these timeless songs for the first time, this is a rare opportunity to experience a living piece of music history up close in an intimate setting. Don’t miss this exclusive one-night-only evening of music, memories, and conversation with a true British music legend. Seating is limited, so reserve your spot today!

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Songs & Stories with Karl Green - original member of Herman's Hermits

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LUNCH at 12NOON: Ron’s Italian Feast: &nbsp;Italian Red Wine Vinegar Salad, Garlic Bread, Homemade Cheese Ravioli, Sunday Pork Sauce (Meatless Available Upon Request), and Ron’s Famous Meatballs.SHOW at 1PM: Dubbed “nothing short of masterful” by the Chicago Tribune, award-winning actor Frank Ferrante brings to life his acclaimed portrayal of the legendary Groucho Marx—seen on PBS and on stages in New York and London—in this fast-paced, 90-minute comedic tour de force.&nbsp;This two-act comedy is packed with Groucho’s best one-liners, classic songs like “Hooray for Captain Spalding” and “Lydia, the Tattooed Lady,” and countless hilarious anecdotes. The audience becomes part of the fun as Ferrante improvises throughout, channeling Groucho’s razor-sharp wit and charm.&nbsp;Accompanied by his onstage pianist, Ferrante captures the spirit of the young Groucho from stage and film, while playfully conjuring the world of the Marx Brothers—Harpo, Chico, Zeppo, and Gummo—as well as classic icons like Charlie Chaplin, W.C. Fields, and Marx’s beloved foil, Margaret Dumont. A fast, funny, and interactive experience—perfect for audiences of all ages.

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Frank Ferrante’s GROUCHO

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Experience Pietra Fitness®… A fitness class that stretches, strengthens and tones the body while refreshing the soul with prayer. In only one hour you will feel calmer, stronger, refreshed and renewed! A Gentle Class for Women&nbsp;is held every Thursday at 9:30 AM. Contact Laura Zimmerman, Certified Pietra Fitness Instructor, at laura.m.saad@gmail.com for more information.&nbsp; Classes are only $5. Drop in any week!

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 Gentle Fitness Class for Women

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Arcada Theatre

Free Fallin has been performing Tom’s music internationally for almost two decades, evolving into a complete and spectacular live music production. This band, with its highly skilled members, delivers a professional and entertaining experience for any Tom Petty fan. Their show features all of Tom’s hits and includes instruments and clothes that re-create the authentic experience of a Tom Petty concert.&nbsp;Free Fallin is honored and humbled to continue performing Tom Petty’s music, in the wake of his passing in October of 2017. Along with the music world, his fans and family, our hearts were broken. Free Fallin gives all rock fans a special treat – Tom Petty’s greatest hits that they all know and love like “Refugee,” “Here Comes My Girl,” “Mary Jane’s Last Dance” and so many more!!! Sing along as we pay tribute to one of the greatest songwriters in rock music!

Local Event: Free Fallin: The Tom Petty Concert Experience

Free Fallin: The Tom Petty Concert Experience

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QUIET RIOT is a rock &amp; roll phenomenon. Famously described as the first heavy metal band to top the pop chart at #1 on Billboard magazine, the Los Angeles quartet became an overnight sensation thanks to their monster 1983 smash album “Metal Health”. Their hard driving pop metal sound was deemed “out” by record labels so the debut album “Metal Health” was against the grain. Driven by the irresistible double whammy of the rendition of the old Slade chestnut “Cum on Feel the Noize,” and their original song “Metal Health” (Bang your head) the album stormed up the U.S. charts, duly reaching the number one spot and going platinum five times over in the process. Quiet Riot went on to have other hits and over a dozen albums and still plays live with a line up consisting of Rudy Sarzo, Alex Grossi, Jizzy Pearl and Johnny Kelly. Quiet Riot’s song “Cum On Feel The Noize” was the first heavy metal song to reach Billboard magazine’s top FIVE. Hear all your favorites from Quiet Riot!
There’s only one all-female hard rock band from the 80’s who: Sold over 2 million albums worldwide, Had six #1 videos on MTV, Had four songs in Billboard’s Top 100! Vixen was founded in St. Paul, MN by high-schooler guitarist Jan Kuehnemund. The desire to achieve the rock star dreams like so many before her, Jan took her group to Hollywood but soon retooled the line-up, which included; vocalist Janet Gardner, drummer Roxy Petrucci and bassist Share Ross (Pedersen). Jan Kuehnemund, the founding member and lead guitar player for Vixen passed away October 10th of 2013. Veni, Vidi, Vici (I came, I saw, I conquered) by Julius Caesar Realizing that a band belongs to its fans, Gardner, Petrucci and Ross have carried on the Vixen legacy since 2013. In 2017, guitarist Britt Lightning (Alejandro Sanz, Rachel Platten) signed on to round out this extraordinary line up. Vixen consistently delivers high-energy top-notch performances that leave fans breathless and wanting more at every show. 2018 Vixen released “Live Fire”, recorded at the Arcada Theatre! Alongside the Live CD the band also released a new studio track “You Ought To Know By Now”, the last recording with original singer Janet Gardner. As the band rolled into 2022, and after much reflection, Share Ross decided to take a sabbatical to focus on a prospering real estate career… In steps Brazilian rocker Julia Lage. Julia spent over a decade with Latin Grammy nominated Barra Da Saia, playing arenas all over South America, plus performing live with members of The Cars, Extreme, and Sugar Ray. In 2024, Vixen introduced New Vocalist Rosa Laricchuita! The Legacy of Vixen rolls on!

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Al Jardine, founding member of The Beach Boys, is currently touring with The Pet Sounds Band, whose talented and seasoned members were handpicked by Brian Wilson. The show includes many Beach Boys’ hits (“California Girls,” ”Help Me Rhonda,” “I Get Around,” “Wouldn’t It Be Nice,” “Sloop John B,” “Surfin’ USA” and “Fun, Fun, Fun”) plus songs from the critically acclaimed&nbsp;Love You album and other rarities from the 70’s. The Pet Sounds Band includes Al’s son Matt Jardine, who has received rave reviews for his youthful Brian Wilson-like vocals on classics like “Good Vibrations,” “God Only Knows,” “Don’t Worry Baby” and “Surf’s Up” from The Beach Boy’s legendary unreleased masterpiece SMILE! A little bit of history—after Al’s family moved to Hawthorne, California, in the mid-50’s, he met Brian, Carl and Dennis Wilson along with Mike Love, to form the band in 1961. Al played guitar, arranged and produced many songs and sang lead on the No. 1 hit “Help Me, Rhonda.” In 1988, Al was inducted into the Rock ’n’ Roll Hall of Fame as a member of The Beach Boys and in 2001, he was awarded a Lifetime Achievement Award Grammy.
In 2026, Al Jardine and The Pet Sounds Band perform the classic hits and rarities in a tribute to the late Brian Wilson—it’s a show that promises to keep the good vibes and beautiful harmonies of The Beach Boys’ timeless music alive for many more years!

Local Event: Al Jardine & The Pet Sounds Band: Performing the music of Brian Wilson & The Beach Boys

Al Jardine & The Pet Sounds Band: Performing...

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For the past 5+ decades, over 8,000 live shows and more than 15 million albums sold, George Thorogood &amp; The Destroyers have been “The All-American rock &amp; roll party band” (Goldmine Magazine). And for their 53rd year of “playing rock &amp; roll hot enough to melt the polar icecaps and flood the world’s major population centers” (Rolling Stone), the 2026 continuation of The Baddest Show On Earth Tour is a stage-shaking, roof-raising, guitar-snarling blast. “Could be the state of the world,” says George. “Maybe it’s the healing power of rock &amp; roll. But when we hit the stage on any given night, I can guarantee that we’ll make you feel like a teenager again.” Then again, George &amp; The Destroyers have always delivered on their promises. In 1976, they debuted as the most explosive indie breakthrough act of the decade. Throughout the ‘80s/’90s MTV era, Thorogood was the epitome of snakeskin &amp; shades guitar-slinger cool. And with chart-topping hits like ‘One Bourbon, One Scotch, One Beer’, ‘Move It On Over’, ‘Who Do You Love?’, ‘I Drink Alone’, ‘Get A Haircut’ and the ultimate badass anthem ‘Bad To The Bone’, George &amp; The Destroyers became cornerstones of Classic Rock while their album catalog continues to dominate streaming charts worldwide. And whether it’s been their landmark performances at Live Aid and on SNL or recent smash tours with John Fogerty, ZZ Top and Sammy Hagar, they remain among the most reliable/formidable concert acts on the planet. “Don’t let anyone tell you this gig won’t keep you energized,” “Thorogood says. “I defy bands half our age to put on a show like we do night after night.”&nbsp;And in a career which has seen him recently receive such tributes as The B.B. King Award from The Montreal International Jazz Festival, being made honorary members of The Bo Diddley Centennial Committee, and being invited to perform at The Grand Ole Opry, are there any milestones left for Thorogood to achieve in the next 50 years? “It’s crazy to think that we’ve spent the last half century performing music we love for audiences who love what we do,” George says. “But when you’ve got the best job in the world, you can’t ever rest on your laurels. We not only work hard to bring our best, but to keep getting better. That’s the only mission. That’s rock &amp; roll.”
Fronted by Tim Carman and Pat Faherty, formerly of GA-20, Canyon Lights are a blend of throwback rock n’ roll, swampy Americana, and heavy blues. Friends and bandmates since 2018, Pat and Tim have racked up thousands of hours touring and performing on stages all over the world. Their love of blues music fueled their explosive performances with GA-20, a three-time #1 Billboard charting blues band from Boston, MA. In 2023, Pat and Tim began connecting over their mutual love of 70s rock n’ roll bands like Mountain, Thin Lizzy, and James Gang. Inspired by this era, Pat proposed the two work out some song ideas he had been playing with. At the same time, Tim revealed to Pat some personal lyrics he had held onto for years. The songwriting connection was instant and unique. Pat and Tim realized that this was a new venture, not strictly blues and not confined to any lane of creativity. The two flew to Denver in early 2024 to put these sounds on tape with friend Dylan Brown at the helm as engineer and co-producer. From this session, Canyon Lights was born.

Local Event: George Thorogood and the Destroyers: The Baddest Show On Earth with special guest Canyon Lights

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