WE ARE BACK BABY! The best day of every month in 2025 is already decided—and it’s clearly Second Fridays in the Arts District. We’re cooking up tons of fun activities, new workshops, local collaborations and renewed focus of celebrating creativity.

Our next Second Friday is filled with love and kicks off on Friday, February 14th from 6pm-9pm (Valentine’s Day for those that need the reminder ). So if you’re looking for some art-centric fun for you and your main squeeze, headed out with the fam or cruising solo—we’ve got your Friday night plans covered.

Here’s what’s on deck in February…

HAPPENING AT HEARTH & HAMMER:

- Book Binding Workshop by Haley Franker: In this 2-hour workshop, you’ll learn how to create a pocket notebook from scratch. Tickets required, Supplies included. $75 after 1/31

- Book-Lovers’ Book Swap For the love of books... Bring a few books you’re willing to share and leave with a few new-to-you favorites to build out your winter TO-BE-READ pile.

- Coffee Service by Northern Coffee Co: Enjoy locally-fresh coffee service with espresso drinks, hot chocolate and limited winter menu.

- DIY Leather Bookmark Making Bar Complimentary craft for any book-lover toenjoy. Pick a phrase or shape and create your one-of-a-kind custom bookmark!

HAPPENING AT KISS THE SKY:

- Live-music performance by: Noah Gabriel @nogabmusic Set time from 7:00pm-8:30pm

- Free cupcakes for show attendees by Addie Cakes (while supplies last)

HAPPENING AT WATER STREET STUDIOS:

- Gallery Opening Reception for Rebecca MacLachlan and Angela Rose Wilson in the Dempsey Family Gallery and Joan Bredendick in the Kane County Magazine Gallery

- Ed’s Studio: Right around the corner at 139 First St. View and purchase one of a kind original art pieces by local artist Edward Dlugopolski. More details below.

- Charcuterie by Fancy Nancy's

- Cookie “Art” Sale: Crafted & designed by Robin Theis

- Cash Bar: Select beer, wine and specialty Valentine’s Day cocktails

We can’t wait for this festive fall evening of food, fun, music and celebrating the arts.

See you ’round the block!

This event is FREE to attend but donations to Water Street Studios are gratefully accepted to help us continue to provide events to the community. See you soon!

Locations:

Hearth & Hammer, 160 First Street, Batavia, IL 60510
Kiss The Sky, 180 First Street, Batavia, IL 60510
Water Street Studios, 160 South Water Street, Batavia, IL 60510