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VÄLKOMMENSwedish Days 2021June 24-27Geneva, ILGENEVA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 8 S. Third St., Geneva, IL 630.232.6060 genevachamber.com
Visit our Sponsor and Swedish Booths – all four days (Courthouse Lawn on Third Street)Bath PlanetGet a new bathroom with the look of stone, ceramic, granite or marble in just 1-day! We also do tub-to-shower conversions, have awalk-in tub & offer wheelchair accessible showers. Visit our Streamwood showroom or bathplanetlocal.com.ERGFor over 25 years, we are your local and trusted window door and roof replacement company.Fox Valley Christian ChurchJoin us as we bless the residents of The Holmstad in Batavia with Dala horses. Dala horses are a traditional and popular Swedishsouvenir. Choose to paint a 3" Dala horse or color a Dala horse postcard to be given to the residents.Geneva Women’s ClubFounded in 1940 as the Young Mother's Club of Geneva & renamed the Geneva Women's Club in 2014, we have a rich history ofphilanthropy in the Fox Valley area. For a list of events, meetings or to find out more about our organization, contact us at:www.genevawomensclub.org. or check us out on Facebook & Instagram!Judge Family ChiropracticChiropractic has changed the way the Judges viewed and managed their health since 1923 when James Bernard Judge received hisfirst adjustment and relieved him of his allergies and asthma that had plagued him his entire life, graduating from Palmer College ofChiropractic in Davenport Iowa in 1925. This was the start of the Judge legacy. In 2007, Dr. James Judge, became the 28thchiropractor in the Judge family. Graduating in 2010, his sister Dr. Kalie followed and became the 32nd chiropractor in the family.The Junkluggers (Thursday & Friday)MetroNetHeadquartered in Evansville, Indiana, MetroNet is a customer-focused company providing cutting-edge fiber optic telecommunicationservices, including high-speed Fiber Internet, full-featured Fiber Phone, Fiber IPTV with a wide variety of programming and products.Midwest Labrador Retriever Rescue, Inc. (Friday & Saturday)MLRR is an all-volunteer, non-profit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to finding loving, permanent homes for unwanted or abandonedLabrador Retrievers. All rescued Labs are placed in foster homes where they can be evaluated for temperament and level of trainingbefore being adopted.Midwest Shelter for Homeless VeteransMidwest Shelter for Homeless Veterans (MSHV) is a non-profit, providing compassionate, individualized care to homeless and at-riskveterans and their families in northern Illinois counties. Programs include housing, employment services, case management,counseling, and other assistance that promote self-sufficiency. MSHV will be accepting donations, personal care items, cleaningproducts, household items and gift cards at our booth for our veterans in need. Due to COVID, we are unable to take used items.Everything must be in original packaging. Please visit our website www.helpaveteran.org for our wish list and more information.Swedish American Museum (Saturday & Sunday)The Swedish American Museum is looking forward to participating in Swedish Days in Geneva on June 26 and 27. Our museumspecializes in Swedish and Swedish-designed products. Come learn about us.Swenson Swedish Immigration Research Center (Saturday & Sunday)Do you have Swedish ancestry? The Swenson Swedish Immigration Research Center has helped thousands of Swedish Americansfind information about their immigrant ancestors since 1981. Using our extensive resources, we have connected Americans with theirancestral home parishes in Sweden and even with living Swedish relatives. We publish Swedish American Genealogist—the onlyjournal in the field of Swedish-American genealogy. Come by our booth to learn more!T-Mobile WirelessT-Mobile is America’s Un-carrier, delivering an advanced 4G LTE and nationwide 5G network that offers reliable connectivity for all.T-Mobile’s customers benefit from a combination of value and quality and they can connect with mobile experts and learn about TMobile products and services at the Geneva and area locations. Customers enjoy flexibility and convenience when choosing serviceplans and devices – from unlimited Essentials and Magenta plans to today's best smartphones, tablets, audio devices and accessoriesPage 2 of 13
The Gift Box/Scandinavian ImportsCelebrating 73 years as Geneva’s only place to shop for unique gifts and delicious food from Sweden, Norway, Denmark & Finland.Our shop is 2 floors of clothing, linens, crystal, Dala horses, jewelry, books, handcrafts, kitchenware and more.Thrive Pediatrics (Thursday)Thrive Pediatrics, in Elgin, is dedicated to providing the best possible parental choice healthcare. We offer a variety of servicesincluding a holistic or traditional approach, prenatal consultations, mental health, well & sick visits.Wild West Baked Goods (Sunday)Wild West Baked Goods is a Scandinavian inspired, licensed, home bakery in St Charles. We love using organic, local ingredients tocreate modern interpretations of classic baked goods.ATM Sponsored by The State Bank of GenevaVISIT OUTDOOR CONCESSIONS AROUND TOWNChianti's - 3rd & Campbell streets, SEChianti’s Beer Tent – 201 S. 3rd St.Thursday (5-11pm) Cirrus Falcon plays (7-10pm)Friday (5pm-midnight) Cirrus Falcon plays (7-11pm)Saturday (12pm-midnight) Straight Skinny plays (1-4pm) Gallery plays (7-11pm)Sunday (12-6pm) Jason Hubbard plays 12-4pm)Geneva Masonic Lodge 139 - 3rd & Campbell streets, SWGeneva American Legion Post 75 Beer Tent - 22 S. 2nd St.Grahams Chocolate - 302 S. Third St.Lodi Tap House (benefitting Lion’s Clubs) – 3rd & James streets, SE(hours vary per individual concession)Page 3 of 13
SHOP, DINE & PLAYSidewalk sales. Shops open til’ 8 pm. Special offerings in restaurants and shops. New additions offered every day ofSwedish Days!During Swedish Days search for the Viking Helmets, in storefront windows throughout town. Step up and “wear it” for aphoto opp! Post to social media and tag Adventures in Scavenger Hunting. Scan the QR Code to see where they arehidden. Find all 12 and enter to win Geneva Chamber gift certificates. Lycka Till (good luck)! *the Viking Helmut Huntbegins June 7 and runs through June 27*June 248:30-10 amGeneva Settler’s BreakfastGeneva Golf Club, 831 South StreetIf you have lived in Geneva for 15 or more years, join us for this to-go event. Inglenook Pantry will be preparing a free,delicious breakfast. Just drive-up and pick-up.Sponsored by GreenFields of GenevaNoon-10 pm*Carnival/Windy City AmusementsKane County Courthouse Parking LotTwirl, Whirl and Spin at this favorite Swedish Days event. From noon-4 pm, unlimited rides 25/person. Individualprices/ride range 3- 6.2-4 pmConcerts on the LawnKane County Courthouse LawnThe Thompson Duo – The Thompson Duo is a husband-and-wife union founded through music. A career that spans twoplus decades professionally and, perform over 150 shows annually.Sponsored by Dogtopia, Lenity Financial and Waubonsee Community CollegePage 4 of 13
SHOP, DINE & PLAY Moonlight MadnessShops Open Late for some of the best deals of the year.4-10 pm*Craft Beer TentJames Street - NEW LOCATIONExpanded in our new location. Penrose Brewing, Stockholm’s, Art History Brewing, The Beer Cellar and ObscurityBrewing will be offering a variety of craft beers. Cheers to your favorites all in one location. Food from Cravings will beable to be purchased (5-8 pm). Tonight (7-8:30 pm), enjoy the music of Austin Chione. Influenced by SmashingPumpkins, Green Day and Pearl Jam. He loves to share his creativity and passion for music with a live audience.Sponsored by The Beer Cellar, Floods Royal Flush and Shodeen5-7 pmCreative Corners - NEWDowntown Geneva CornersEnjoy the talents of Bruce Young, Danny O’Brien and the Bucket Band, performing on downtown corners, as you shop,eat and drink.Sponsored by Bria Health Services of Geneva5-8 pm*Swedish Days Car ShowS. Third Street (b/t Franklin & Crescent)Step back in time and join us in downtown Geneva, as car collectors gather to show off their vintage rides over threeblocks!If you would like to display your car, please enter on Franklin Street off of Rt. 31 (beginning at 4 pm) and pull up toCookie Dough Bliss. You will be directed to a spot. First 220 cars will be admitted.Sponsored by Fidelity Investments Geneva*these events are dependent on IL moving into Phase 5 and may be modified.Page 5 of 13
June 2510 am-3 pmKids’ DayGeneva Public Library, 227 S. Seventh Street – NEW LOCATIONA day dedicated to the KIDS! Balloon artists that will amaze. Visits from Disney Princesses from It’s A Girl Thing (12pm). Batter upwith Kane County Cougars. Performances and clinics by Geneva High School Cheerleaders (12-1pm). And do not forget to grabsome cotton candy from The Sweet Adventure before you leave. Inclusion for children and families of all abilities.Sponsored by Geneva Bank & TrustActivities provided by:American Science & Surplus (Creation Station inside the library) - American Science and Surplus-Here at American Science & Surplus,we're fascinated by discovery and invention. And we're dedicated to having fun along the way. We supply a wide range of unusual and hard-to-finditems (some say bizarre stuff) to hobbyists, tinkerers, artists, experimenters, educators, do-it-yourselfers and bargain hunters. Incredible new stuffadded weekly!Creation Station sponsored by American Science & SurplusAll Star Sports (12-3pm) - Come on over and give it your all in the soccer Juggling competition. Compete within your age division to have themost legal touches on the ball to win prizes. AND with 3 different heights for the hoops, players will have a chance to sink baskets to compete withintheir age group to win prizes.Chicago Steel Hockey - “Fast-Paced Family Fun at Fox Valley Ice Arena in Geneva. Future college and pro stars on display in United StatesHockey League action from September through May. Tickets start at just 10!”Chick-fil-A Batavia - We are an enterprise stemmed in excellence focused on developing a diverse and dedicated team. We strive each day tocreate a warm, welcoming environment for our guests while serving high quality meals as safely and efficiently as possible. We will be providing freesandwiches while they last.Elise Flagg Academy of Dance - Elise Flagg Academy of Dance is committed to providing exceptional technical dance training in a supportiveand nurturing environment.Geneva Park District - Activities and games for all.Geneva Public Library - Geneva Public Library will have a family story time at 9:30 am and drop in crafts throughout the day in Kids Landing.Goldfish Swim School - Goldfish Swim School is the premier learn-to-swim facility for kids ages 4 months to 12 years. Our holistic philosophy,The Science of SwimPlay , builds life skills both in and out of the water using play-based learning in a fun and safe environment.Kyuki-Do Martial Arts of Geneva, Inc. - Kyuki-Do Martial Arts of Geneva is excited to offer programs specifically designed for 3 & 4 yearsold, 5 & 6 years old, and family classes for ages 7 and up. New this year is our kid's Bullyproof, Gracie Jiu Jitsu for 7 to 13 years old focused onempowering kids to stand up to bullies! Be sure to stop by for a chance to win FREE classes or BREAK A REAL WOOD BOARD!Mathnasium - We make math make sense! Whether your child is crazy about math or math makes them crazy, Mathnasium will help them leapahead! Every child has the ability to master math – it’s just a matter of teaching them in a way that makes sense to them!McCall Family Dentistry - McCall Family Dentistry has passionately served the Fox Valley for 44 years. These four decades of diligence havegiven us the knowledge to provide you with a top-notch dental experience. Patient and family focused; our team understands that offering you acomfortable space is just as important as the services we provide.Primrose School of St. Charles West - With purposeful play and nurturing guidance from teachers, our Balanced Learning approach inspireschildren to think in more ways: with creativity, compassion and resourcefulness. This time-tested approach instills a love of learning and discoverythat helps your child develop and excel for years.My Recess Therapy (11am-12pm) - “Supporting Kids and Families on a Foundation of FUN”. My Recess Therapy is a pediatric sensory-basedclinic located in St. Charles and Elgin, Illinois offering pediatric focused Occupational, Speech, Physical Therapy, as well as Chiropractic care.Scentcerely Yours (inside the library) - Scentcerely Yours is providing an exceptional experience for kids AND adults! Everyone will be ableto create a layered sand wax candle that can be taken home right away! Don't want it layered? Then mix all the colors and shake it up to create amosaic look! We can't wait to see everyone's creation!Registration is required at s/event/126648/kids-day/ ( 15)/per person.Page 6 of 13
10 am-noonSwedish Flower CrownsCountry Naturals, 316 Campbell StreetDuring Kids’ Day learn to design a baby’s breath flower crown. Free for kids 4 to 12. Sign up required at 630.232.1172.11 am-2 pmCOVID VaccinationsGeneva Visitor Center, 10 S. Third StreetVaccinations provided by Kane County Health Department. No appointment necessary.Noon-10 pm*Carnival/Windy City AmusementsKane County Courthouse Parking LotTwirl, Whirl and Spin at this favorite Swedish Days event.From noon-4 pm, unlimited rides 25/person. Individual prices/ride range 3- 6.2-4 pmConcerts on the LawnKane County Courthouse LawnNicole Devine - Midwest born, with a heart full of country love. Nicole swaps her sneakers for boots, and laptop for a guitarevery chance she gets.Sponsored by Dogtopia, Lenity Financial and Waubonsee Community College4-10 pm*Craft Beer TentJames Street - NEW LOCATIONPenrose Brewing, Stockholm’s, Art History Brewing, The Beer Cellar and Obscurity Brewing will be offering a variety of craftbeers. Cheers to your favorites all in one location. Purchase food from Altiro (5-8 pm). Tonight (7-8:30 pm), enjoy the musicof Dan Olsson. Having enjoyed radio play in the greater Chicagoland area, he continues to establish himself on worldwideplaylists with original releases.Sponsored by The Beer Cellar, Floods Royal Flush and ShodeenPage 7 of 13
June 267:30 am5K LoppGunnar Forest Preserve, 719 S. Batavia AvenueBegin your morning running in this spirited Scandinavian race. There is also a Kids’ Dash (7:15 am). Register for both -days-lopp-5k.Sponsored by Northwestern Medicine & CIBC8 amTO – GO Swedish Pancake BreakfastGeneva Lutheran Church, 301 S. Third StreetGeneva Lutheran will offer a TO – GO Swedish pancake breakfast, beginning at 8am until the pancakes aregone. Breakfast includes pancakes, topping, sausage and coffee, 8.00, cash only. Limited outdoor seatingavailable. Proceeds will benefit Geneva Lutheran’s July youth mission trip to Martin, KY.8 am-4 pm*3-on-3 Basketball TournamentThird StreetHosted by the Geneva Park DistrictEach team guaranteed at least two games. Each player receives a dry-fit shirt. Team rosters limited to 5 players, playerscannot play on more than one team. Teams placed in category of oldest player. Open to both boys and girls, ages 10 toadult. Teams age up to 15 play 8 am-12 pm; high school ages 16-18 play 10 am-12 pm; adult teams play 12-4 pm.(Schedules may vary based on enrollment.) Registration deadline is June 23. 65 per team. Register at genevaparks.org.Sponsored by Northwestern Medicine10 am-3 pmSwedish Days Family Fest - NEWGeneva CommonsBring your family for a free day of fun. Events, including a car show presented by The Greater Illinois Region ClassicCar Club of America, performance by Revolution Swing Orchestra, food trucks, dog adoption event, School of Rockperformance, author readings and more will take place by the covered pergola and throughout the Commons.10 am-4 pmCottage WalksGood Templar Park, 528 East Side DriveTour six historic Swedish stugas (tiny houses) in beautiful Good Templar Park. Guided tours begin on the hour and halfhour between 10am to 4pm. Admission 10. Children 11 and under are free.11 am-1:30 pmKubb Demo & GameKane County Courthouse Lawn – South SideLegend has it that Kubb dates back to the Swedish Viking Age, and was played with the skulls and femurs of theirvanquished enemies. Rest assured, the game today is played with Kubbs(skulls) and Batons(femurs) made entirely ofwood. The world championship for this lawn game is still played on the Swedish island of Gotland. Please join us for ademonstration of this game at 11:30 am, followed by an actual game at 1 pm.Noon-10 pm*Carnival/Windy City AmusementsKane County Courthouse Parking LotTwirl, Whirl and Spin at this favorite Swedish Days event.From noon-4 pm, unlimited rides 25/person. Individual prices/ride range 3- 6.Page 8 of 13
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1-6 pmSwedish Days Dala-Palooza - NEWNorthwestern Medicine Field, 34W002 Cherry Lane (Kane County Cougars ballpark)Mix in musical groups with some food trucks and drinks and it is the perfect recipe for Swedish Days Dala-Palooza.Schedule below. Food and drinks will be available to purchase (no outside food/drinks may be brought in). Theseconcerts will be performed in the garden area, so please bring your own seats and blankets. Ticket ( 15) required to enter(limited availability). You will be purchasing your ticket through the Kane County Cougar ticketing system. Afterpurchasing, the ticket(s) will be emailed to you. Purchase ticket(s) HERE. 5/car to park (cash only).Presenting sponsor: Gerald Subaru of North Aurora; Co-sponsored by Elise Flagg Academy of DancePERFORMANCES BY:1-1:30 pm Elise Flagg Academy of Dance2-3:30 pm ARRA - one of the best and largest drawing classic rock cover bands in theChicagoland area for the past two decades. Performing the hits by the biggest bands of alltime with precision and excellence has been the secret to theirsuccess.3:30-4:30 pm Lisa Thomen - Fun acoustic pop rock!4:30-6 pm Trippin Billies - Bringing fans the music of The Dave Matthews Band forclose to twenty years, Trippin’ Billies has become the gold standard for tribute bands.The high-energy performance and caliber of musicianship will have you singing alongby the second chorus.Noon-10 pm*Craft Beer TentJames Street - NEW LOCATIONExpanded in our new location. Penrose Brewing, Stockholm’s, Art History Brewing and The Beer Cellar will be offeringa variety of craft beers. Cheers to your favorites all in one location. Food from Papa Saverios will be able to bepurchased (5-8 pm). Tonight (7-8:30 pm), enjoy the brother/sister duo of Danny and Katie O'Brien. These two are singersand guitarists with years of experience playing a wide range of music together. Their repertoire includes songs by NeilYoung, The Beatles, Radiohead, Grateful Dead, Phoebe Bridgers and more.Sponsored by The Beer Cellar, Floods Royal Flush and Shodeen12-2 pmConcerts on the LawnKane County Courthouse LawnDan Olsson – Having enjoyed radio play in the greater Chicagoland area, he continues to establish himself on worldwideplaylists with original releases. While performing in local coffee-shops to venues such as the House of Blues, to touringnationally as a lead guitarist, his mission to sympathize with, relate, and give voice to how those who listen are feeling.Sponsored by Dogtopia, Lenity Financial and Waubonsee Community College2-4:30 pmNordic Folk DancersKane County Courthouse Lawn – South SideEnjoy traditional Scandinavian dancing with Nordic Folk Dancers of Chicago. Look for the Maypole. Performancesevery half hour.Sponsored by The Gift Box/Scandinavian ImportsPage 10 of 13
June 2710 am-4 pmCottage WalksGood Templar Park, 528 East Side DriveTour six historic Swedish stugas (tiny houses) in beautiful Good Templar Park. Guided tours begin on the hour and halfhour between 10am to 4pm. Admission 10. Children 11 and under are free.11 am-1 pmFriends of the Viking ShipKane County Courthouse Lawn – South SideVikings will invade Geneva for a few hours. Learn about their fashions, their equipment and their history. To learn moreor visit the Viking Ship www.vikingship.us.11 am-4 pmChoklad Crawl - NEWAround GenevaEnjoy samples of some of Geneva’s best chocolate creations at this ticketed event. All your senses will enjoy chocolate atthis crawl. Fifteen businesses will be participating. Tickets and more information available awl/.Sponsored by Kane County ChronicleNoon-4 pm*Craft Beer TentJames Street - NEW LOCATIONExpanded in our new location. Penrose Brewing, Stockholm’s, Art History Brewing and The Beer Cellar will be offeringa variety of craft beers. Cheers to your favorites all in one location.Sponsored by The Beer Cellar, Floods Royal Flush and ShodeenNoon-6 pm*Carnival/Windy City AmusementsKane County Courthouse Parking LotTwirl, Whirl and Spin at this favorite Swedish Days event.From noon-4 pm, unlimited rides 25/person. Individual prices/ride range 3- 6.2-3 pmSwedish FolkKane County Courthouse Steps on Third Street (2-2:30) and at Dodson Place (2:30-3)Embrace the Swedish flavor as Swedish Folk entertains with a great variety of old time Scandinavian folk and dancemusic performed on accordion, violin and guitar.*these events are dependent on IL moving into Phase 5 and may be modified.Page 11 of 13
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Expanded in our new location. Penrose Brewing, Stockholm's, Art History Brewing, The Beer Cellar and Obscurity Brewing will be offering a variety of craft beers. Cheers to your favorites all in one location. Food from Cravings will be able to be purchased (5-8 pm). Tonight (7-8:30 pm), enjoy the music of Austin Chione. Influenced by Smashing
