Let’s explore social events in Aurora, IL happening this week. Local events are a great way to meet new people and make new friends. Look through this page and consider going out and socializing during one of these social events.
Social events are great and offer a world of possibilities. You can make new friends, learn new skills, see things from different perspectives and it’s fantastic for your mental health. And never before has companionship and being able to spend time with others been as important as it is today.
You probably remember being a kid and going up to another person your age and saying, “Do you want to be friends?” and that was pretty much that. Friend made. Alas, it’s not quite as simple now that we’re grown up, but it doesn’t have to be as difficult or as awkward as we think. There are thousands of people out there who would love to meet up with others, finding them just takes a bit of help and that’s what we’re here for.
On this page, we hope you’ll find some interesting events in Aurora where you can make some new friends.
Local Groups’ Events in Aurora
12/4 – INDY Bowling – Fox Bowl – Cheap – Wheaton
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 4th
◦ Where: Fox Bowl
**December 4th INDY50+ BOWLING.**
Wednesdays at Fox Bowl (Since 2014). Not an official league – just bowling for fun and exercise .
**$11 cash** for shoes and three lines of bowling.
**MEETUP TIME** is 12:30pm or **EARLIER.**
***BE EARLY*** \- Helps us set\-up who bowls where\.
**\* \* RSVPs close at 10am, December 4th \* \***
SIGN IN on the INDY50+ list at the front desk **BEFORE 12:30pm**.
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First Friday at TapVille Social
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: Tapville Social
This month we will be going Tapville social.
More details to follow(…)
Lunch at East China Inn – Batavia
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 5th
◦ Where: East China Inn Randall Road Batavia
Please join us for a good lunch at East China Inn. I’ve been here many times and the food is fresh and tasty. Their lunch menu is value priced and the portions are good.
Click on the below link for the menu:
https://eastchinainn.com/randall-batavia/menus
They will graciously provide separate checks – so please allow more time for the server to organize these for us.
**IMPORTANT NOTE**:
* Cance(…)
12/3 – Breakfast/Lunch at Tasty Biscuit Pancake House in St. Charles
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 3rd
◦ Where: Tasty Biscuit Pancake House
**PLEASE SEE POLICY REGARDING NO-SHOWS AND LATE CANCELLATIONS AT THE END OF THIS DESCRIPTION.**
**LOCATION:** Although the address is 3755 E. Main St. (IL Route 64) in St. Charles, the restaurant is not accessible from Main St. It is on Frontage Rd. running parallel to Main St. The only way to reach the location is from 38th and Frontage Rd. From 38th and Main St., go south on 38th and immediatel(…)
WebRTC
◦ When: Friday, Dec 6th
◦ Where: IdeaNova Technologies
Have you ever wondered how video streaming and conferencing in the browser works?
This presentation will go over WebRTC (Web Real-Time Communication), a free, open-source technology enabling secure, real-time peer-to-peer communication directly in web browsers. Attendees will learn about its key features, such as audio and video calling, data sharing, and low-latency connections.
We will go over(…)
Game night at riverlands brewery
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 5th
◦ Where: Riverlands Brewing Company
board games, card games and hobby games. old and new games are played. all are welcome. come learn a new game or play one you’ve loved for years.(…)
Lights of Lisle and Urban Wine and Kitchen
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: r. urban
Lights of Lisle will feature a tree lighting ceremony, Santa Parade, food and beverage vendors, live ice carving, and more.
Let’s meet in front of Urban Wine and Kitchen at 4:00pm ish.
Santa parade starts at 4:30pm.
Tree lighting will be at 5:00pm.
Dinner at Urban Wine and Kitchen at 6:00pm.
We can wander around Lisle after dinner. 😉
Join us for the Lisle festivities and/or for dinner.
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12/3 Tue. Pickleball 10AM-12PM INDOORS AT PICKLED 288 E GENEVA RD WHEATON
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 3rd
◦ Where: Pickled
**12/3 PICKLEBALL FOR ALL LEVEL PLAYERS…**
**INDOOR PLAY FOR THE SEASON …. NOTE TIME CHANGE**
**\*\*TUESDAY**
**10:00AM-12:00PM**
**THE CHARGE IS $7.00 FOR 2 HOURS OF PLAY. IF YOU ARE A FALL/WINTER MEMBER OF PICKLED THE COST IS $4.00 PER EVENT.. along with your monthly fee. Please if you sign up and are unable to attend, update your RSVP. It seems there have been several people signing up and(…)
Game Night!
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 4th
◦ Where: Oddlots HQ
Feel free to bring your own engine building, deck builder, worker replacement or social deduction type games you’d like to see get to the table. You can drop in with a friend and play whatever titles are available in the game library or simply jump in as a new game hits the table.(…)
Illuminations at the Morton Arboretum
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: Morton Arboretum
This will be our second year at this event. Celebrate the holidays and marvel at how light transforms a magnificent landscape at Illumination: Tree Lights at The Morton Arboretum.
Exciting features and immersive installations in this festive experience along a one-mile path. There are also places to stop and get a warm drink. Feel free to bring a friend!
Purchase your ticket on the Morton arbore(…)
FERMI Film 📽 Screening: The Accelerator 👨⚕️[Optional lunch after]
![FERMI Film 📽 Screening: The Accelerator 👨⚕️[Optional lunch after]](https://i0.wp.com/secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/1/1/b/b/600_524524539.webp?w=640)
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: Wilson Hall
**\*\*\*\*\* NOTE: REGISTRATION REQUIRED AT THE FERMI WEB SITE BELOW TO ATTEND THIS EVENT \*\*\*\*\***
**\*\*\*\*\* BE SURE TO READ FERMILAB SITE ACCESS REQUIREMENTS – REAL ID REQUIRED \*\*\*\*\***
*https://www.fnal.gov/pub/community/hours.html*
Join us Saturday, Dec. 7, from 1 to 2 p.m. for a free viewing of The Accelerator, a documentary about Dr. Robert Wilson, Fermilab’s first director. The (…)
Business Networking and Building – In Person
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 3rd
◦ Where: Pancake Cafe
Join us and meet business minded individuals working together to help each other grow. Bring plenty of business cards to pass out!(…)
Talk of the Town Toastmasters – you can be a better speaker!
◦ When: Friday, Dec 6th
◦ Where: Covenant Living at the Holmstad
**Our Next Meeting is Friday, June 21, 2024**
7 am to 8:15 am via ZOOM *and* Live In Batavia
*Meeting theme: Tea Time*
Sugar?
Take time out!
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**Talk of the Town is hybrid on Zoom AND in person:**
**Covenant Living at The Holmstad, 700 West Fabyan Parkway (East entrance on Hwy 31), Batavia**
**or join our Zoom Friday at 7 am by clicking:**
https://www.talkofthetownti.com/(…)
Photographer Workshop on Lighting the Face Using Different Lighting Patterns
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: PROCAM Photo & Video Gear
Fee for this workshop iOS $40.00 cash at the door, limited to 8 photographers. You will get a $25.00 gift card for Procam.
You will learn the patterns of light that Bill teaches in Bootcamp.
We will cover Rembrandt Lighting, Split Lighting, Butterfly Lighting and Loop Lighting. You will learn how to position your lights and model to get the desired effect. We will also experiment with different m(…)
Country House lunch 🍔 after “The Accelerator” 👨⚕️- Geneva
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: Country House
Lets meet for lunch at the Country House after “The Accelerator” movie at Fermilab. Movie attendees only please!
They will graciously provide separate checks – so please allow time for the server to organize these for us.(…)
Saturday Afternoon Spanish Speakout IN PERSON
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: Ole Spanish School Wheaton
We are back, now in person. Come practice your Spanish & and hang out with us!—-Saturday Spanish Speakout. Join us for an hour or two of Spanish speaking space—interacting and having fun with host, Cristobal Cavazos from Ole Spanish School, poyglot and native Spanish speaker, and language enthusiast from Wheaton.
The goal of the meeting is create an intentional community — a local Spanish speakin(…)
Photographer Sign Up for Creative Lighting
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: PROCAM Photo & Video Gear
Fee for this event is $40.00 cash at the door and you get a $25.00 gift card.
We are taking our lighting patterns from the morning workshop and applying what you learned to models. We are asking models to dress casual and to sign up for this event. Since we are not paying models, you must give them 2-3 edited images per model. A very small price to pay.
I will have one setup with my constant light(…)
Saturday afternoon GO
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: Panera Bread
Playing GO every Saturday afternoon at Panera in Aurora on Kirk Road near Farnsworth and Butterfield. For those who can’t make it to Panera, we also play online using OGS, the online GO server at https://online-go.com/group/6301. Go to the link and register for OGS if you haven’t already.
All levels most welcome! If you are a member, please RSVP if you plan to come. RSVP is only for the Panera mee(…)
Tips to meet people at social events
One of the best ways to meet new people at social events in Aurora is by choosing a common theme or interest. If you like movies, why not go see a screening with people who also like movies! Then you already have something to talk about. Or if you’re into coffee or beer, a Coffee and Beer Garden Meet and Greet could be perfect for you. And keep in mind that smaller group settings can be less intimidating and easier to start conversations in.
Another thing that might worry you is introductions. Some people aren’t as keen on introducing themselves and others worry or get nervous about it. Why not level the playing field and go to an event where everyone is expected to introduce themselves and talk? It could be a networking event, an acting class, a singles event, or a book club. Not only are people looking to introduce themselves at these events but they’re also there to make friends.
Our final tip is on the age of the people you are going to meet. If you have your heart set on meeting people close to your own age, then research events so that you can find your chosen demographic. At the same time, we want to encourage you not to limit yourself. An age gap doesn’t necessarily mean a disconnect and the great thing about different age groups is that they can learn from each other!
You can find even more events in Aurora on Enjoyaurora.com, Auroradowntown.org, or Aurora-il.org.
RELATED: How To Meet People in Aurora, Illinois
Downtown Naperville Holiday Wine Walk
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 4th
◦ Where: Downtown Naperville
Sip, shop, and stroll through downtown at the Holiday Wine Walk on Dec 4! Enjoy wine, goodies, and festive fun. Tickets are limited!
2024 Jane Addams Band Boosters Holiday Craft Fair
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: Jane Addams Middle School
Get into the holiday spirit at our Holiday Craft Fair, where you’ll find a delightful array of handmade crafts and so much more!
Drag me to Brunch: Merry and Bright
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: El Jefe Leña y Mar
Enjoy dazzling performances, festive vibes, and delicious food. Don’t miss this magical drag brunch and join us for Merry and Bright!
2024 PSACC 2nd Annual Ugly Sweater Christmas Party
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 4th
◦ Where: Chop’d
Grab your Ugly Christmas Sweaters and an unwrapped gift for Toys for Tots and join us for this FREE event!
Holiday Princess Ball
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: 251 Canterbury Ln
A holiday celebration hosted by your little ones favorite princesses! Live song performances, interactive activities, and magical memories.
Casino Night 2024
◦ When: Friday, Dec 6th
◦ Where: Warehouse:109
Let the good times roll!!
Come out and enjoy your hand at Blackjack, Craps, Poker, Roulette, and other games at Warehouse 109
PETE ELLMAN BIG BAND with Downers Grove North High School
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 3rd
◦ Where: THE VENUE
Pete Ellman Big Band performs at The Venue in downtown Aurora with Downers Grove North High School. Join us for a night of jazz!
Volunteer with Mane in Heaven at Santa’s Run through the Lights
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: Kane County Cougars
Volunteer with Mane in Heaven Miniature Therapy Horses at Santa’s Run through the Lights 5k
Sovereign Ten Year Anniversary Dinner
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 4th
◦ Where: 24216 Lockport St
A Decade of Sovereign: A Celebration of Craft, Collaboration, and Community
Lil’ Ed & The Blues Imperials
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: THE VENUE
Lil’ Ed & The Blues Imperials bring their Chicago blues sound to The Venue in downtown Aurora on Saturday, December 7!
Rahma USA Tour – Chicago – Illinois
◦ When: Friday, Dec 6th
◦ Where: Benedictine University
Join us for the Rahma USA Tour in Chicago – Illinois, where we’ll be spreading love, unity, and positivity!
2024 LGBTQ+ Friendsgiving Dinner
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: Bolingbrook
Join us on December 7th for a Family LGBTQ Holiday Celebration in Bolingbrook! Children and allies welcome.
Holiday Wreath Workshop
◦ When: Wednesday, Dec 4th
◦ Where: Trend + Relic 1501 Indiana Avenue, St. Charles, IL
Join us for a fun and festive Holiday Wreath Workshop! Make your own holiday magic with fresh greens and seasonal accents
Calling All Singles Plainfield Chop’d
◦ When: Tuesday, Dec 3rd
◦ Where: Chop’d
Come out for drinks and food, with fellow singles. We reserved space for a singles mixer. Open to ages 21+. Our average ages are 35 to 55.
Holiday Porch Pot Plant & Sip
◦ When: Thursday, Dec 5th
◦ Where: Wasco Nursery & Garden Center
Holiday classes are back! Grab some friends and your drink of choice and head to the garden center for this popular Make & Take Class.
Flamenco Performative Dance: Naperville Art Gallery
◦ When: Friday, Dec 6th
◦ Where: Galeria Azul Art Gallery
Join us for a festive dance with Edge Alum Gabriela as she shares a dance with you!
Duct Envelope Tightness (DET) Verifier Earn 8 BPI & 8 NATE CEs Aurora
◦ When: Friday, Dec 6th
◦ Where: Temperature Equipment Corporation
TRAINER: Joe Konopacki of Insight Property Services
This 1-day course is designed by the Midwest Home Performance Association
Angelic Reiki Masterclass: A Gateway to Divine Healing
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: Aura Holistic & Metaphysical Wellness
Unlock the power of Angelic Reiki and become a master of divine healing in this exclusive in-person masterclass!
Naperville Business: The Science Of Sales & Marketing – For Beginners!
◦ When: Monday, Dec 2nd
◦ Where: Naperville
OnLine, OnDemand, EverGreen & No Waiting! Start learning as soon as you register! Take it whenever you want! As many times as you want!!!
Spirit Circle Drumming
◦ When: Saturday, Dec 7th
◦ Where: The Theosophical Society in America
Nurture your spirit through rhythm, meditation, and chanting in a Spirit Circle based on a blend of traditions.