Month: August 2022

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Aurora artistic talent in writing, poetry, strong

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By Anthony Stanford Since 2020, I’ve had the distinct pleasure of serving as a Deputy Poet Laureate beside Aurora’s first Poet Laureate, Karen Fullett-Christensen, and fellow Deputy Poet Laureates Fermina Ponce, and Quentin Johnson. Mayor Richard Irvin of Aurora installed the four of us a few weeks after COVID-19 cases...

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Food

Recipe of the Week: Berry Parfait with Yogurt and Granola

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Ingredients3/4 cup sliced strawberries3/4 cup blueberries1 (6 ounce) container vanilla yogurt1 tablespoon wheat germ1/2 banana, sliced1/3 cup granola Directions1. Layer 1/4 cup strawberries, 1/4 cup blueberries, 1/3 container yogurt, 1/3 tablespoon wheat germ, 1/3 of the sliced banana, and about 2 tablespoons of granola in a large bowl. Continue to...

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Poetry

Poem: There Is Much More To This Than You Know

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You may capture the moment, just open your eyesWith the purpose in being appreciative and wise.All the life that you’re seeing around you is suchAll the best in the rest of the world may not touch.They may well seem quite modern, an up-to-date lot,But the subtle depths your freedom has,...

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Art League’s 64th Annual Member Show Sept. 2

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At September’s First Fridays event in Aurora, the Library will be host to a special collection. Artwork from members of The Aurora Art League will be on display in the Santori Library Atrium, 101 S. River Street, Aurora, for its 64th Annual Member Show. Those who attend can enjoy an...

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Opinion

Ask Grandpa: On education, life’s experiences, bad lens

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Editor’s note: Recently in The Voice, the announcement was made of the death of the conductor of the column, Ask Grandpa, which provided readers with 503 weeks of sage advice, humor, and continuity. Below is the repeat of the August 26, 2021 column. The Voice will continue to offer previous...

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Carousel Entertainment Seniors

Senior Singers choir of Oswegoland Senior and Community Center in Oswego performs

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Linda Nathan of Naperville, center, is among Senior Singers choir of Oswegoland Senior and Community Center in Oswego performing "Tumblin' Tumbleweed" in a concert outdoors Friday, Aug. 19 at the Center. Choristers donned cowboy hats for the performance.

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Former Bears player Woolford Post 84 guest

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Friday, Aug. 12, the Roosevelt- Aurora American Legion Post 84 received a special guest at its monthly breakfast. Donnell Woolford, retired National Football League (NFL) football cornerback for the Chicago Bears joined American Legion members, including State representative Stephanie Kifowit at the Roosevelt-Aurora Post 84 American Legion, 1 East Benton...

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Events

Rosary salute: 60th year

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Rosary High School in Aurora is kicking off its year-long 60th anniversary celebration with an Opening Mass at 1 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 28. All are welcome to attend. Other events during the school year are a reunion, fine arts, athletics, social/fun, and an annual Loyal to the Royals gala. The...

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Award Government

Vaughan Tennis Center in Aurora: ‘Outstanding’

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To the right are three viewing windows that provide a panoramic peek at the action unfolding on nine hard courts on the other side of the glass. Ahead and off to the left is the full-service pro shop that’s outfitted with logo racquet bags, shoes and a wide selection of...

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Sports

Good results expected for Northern Illinois football

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By Woodrow Carroll It’s difficult to believe, but, Northern Illinois University head football coach Thomas Hammock is in his fourth season as taskmaster of Huskies’ football fortunes. Hammock’s first two seasons in DeKalb were a bit of a struggle. Hammock’s rookie run at Northern Illinois in 2019 the Huskies were...

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Sports

New season, new enthusiasm, level of improvement?

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When new seasons begin in sports, the good news is that no team has tasted defeat. Optimism exists in larger measure than near the end of he season for many teams. Still, some teams play better when the season advances in the schedule. Do two victories by the Bears in...

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Carousel Community

Kennedy Unit of Kane County Home and Community Education quilt and knit projects for community groups

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After forming in 1963, senior volunteer seamstresses, knitters and quilters continue to serve the Aurora area. The Kennedy Unit of Kane County Home and Community Education, about 20 former female homemakers and two spouses, meets weekly at the Montgomery Fire Department to sew, quilt and knit projects for community groups....

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A decade of continuing businesses in Aurora listed

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There was a time not too long ago that many amazing businesses didn’t exist downtown Aurora, and artists beautified the windows and started pop ups and festivals. It’s nice to see so many businesses here now and investing in downtown Aurora. It’s really mind-blowing when you think about it. In...

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Rebuild Illinois $3 million: Downtown Aurora

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State representative Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, announces $3 million in Rebuild Illinois funding for streetscape improvements for Broadway Avenue in Aurora, which will modernize downtown infrastructure, beautify the area and promote business growth. “Broadway Avenue is the heart of our Aurora community, and it’s time for a makeover,” Hernandez said. “Our...

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