Marmion Academy senior awarded Global Seal of Biliteracy
Marmion Academy is proud to announce that senior, Juan Campos, Jr. of Aurora, has been awarded the prestigious Global Seal of Biliteracy (www.theglobalseal.com), an international language certificate that recognizes and celebrates his level of proficiency in Spanish and English. The Global Seal of Biliteracy validates language skills and expands future
Oswego “The Pillars” house, comes tumbling down
Famous Oswego house, “The Pillars,” is being torn down after it caught on fire more than one year ago.
Temma in Aurora exhibit at Aurora University’s Schingoethe Center
Elk Grove Village artist Tim Lowly, right, speaks March 25, to attendees gathered at Aurora University’s Schingoethe Center for “Temma in Aurora,” an exhibit of 40 paintings, drawings, sculpture, and installation pieces through May 16.
Women’s Lacrosse: Aurora University vs. Beloit College
Aurora University’s Olivia Dahlberg (6) drives against Beloit College defenders Saturday, March 29.
Elgin Symphony Orchestra ‘The Planets’ May 3 and 4
The Elgin Symphony Orchestra will conclude its 75th anniversary season May 3 and 4 with an incredible performance of Gustav Holst’s “The Planets”. “I can’t think of a more epic way to cap off this historic 75th anniversary season,” said ESO music director, Chad Goodman. The concert will include more
Alley Art Fest to offer free art workshops April 15
To celebrate 15 years, Alley Art Festival will host two free, open-to-the-public workshops leading up to the August 30 event. Tuesday, April 15, Alley Art Festival will host a World Art Day workshop facilitated by Aurora artist Cherylyn Gnadt. Gnadt will lead attendees in creating inspirational Inner Hero Cards from
Shop for Water Street Studios April 13
Water Street Studios president Jessica Jecmen will be host to a shopping event to benefit the art center from noon to 2 p.m. Sunday, April 13, at House of 423 at 219 W. State Street in Geneva. Guests will get a chance to enjoy the latest spring fashions, and Water
Student Art Show April 12-May 4
The St. Charles Arts Council will host its 2025 Student Art Show April 12 through May 4. The exhibit will feature artwork from 182 student artists, will be on display at the SCAC Arts Resource Center, 121 N. 2nd Street, Suite H, St. Charles. Gallery hours will be Wednesday through
14th Annual One Earth Film Festival April 22-28
One Earth Film Festival will return for its 14th season from April 22-28, in partnership with the City of Chicago’s Department of Environment. This year’s theme, Power in Unity, calls for collective action and shared responsibility in an era that demands coming together like never before. The fest will launch
Naperville to celebrate 55th annual Earth Day
Naperville Park District, the City of Naperville and many other local organizations will be host to numerous community events, sales, volunteer projects, and activities to celebrate Earth Month Naperville. Earth Month Naperville will take place from April 7-April 30 in celebration of the 55th annual Earth Day Tuesday, April 22.
Pet of the Week: Abel: Friendly, loves to cuddle
Abel a male boxer mix, who is two years old. Abel is good with other dogs and humans. He enjoys playing with his foster sister, Daisy, especially after his morning walk and breakfast. He loves to cuddle on the couch with his humans and lays his head in their laps.
Rights disappear: The authoritarian war on due process
By John & Nisha Whitehead “If Trump can disappear them, he can disappear you.”—Robert Reich The war on due process is here. No trials. No hearings. No rights. Just indefinite detention and secret deportations. This is the fate that awaits every one of us, not just immigrants (legal or otherwise),
A Focus on History: April 3 through April 9
April 3 The first Pony Express mail, traveling by horse and rider relay teams, simultaneously leaves St. Joseph, Mo., and Sacramento, Calif.. Ten days later, April 13, the westbound rider and mail packet completed the approximately 1,800-mile journey and arrives in Sacramento to beat the eastbound packet’s arrival in St.