St. Charles Episcopal Church, in conjunction with the Anti Racism Commission of the Episcopal Diocese of Chicago, will present Ms Connie Martin (MA, Illinois Humanities Road Scholar Speaker) to discuss Pre Civil War Quilts: Secret Codes to Freedom on the Underground Railroad from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, June
The Village of Montgomery Beautification Committee proudly announced the winners of its 2025 Arbor Day Poster Contest during the Village Board Meeting held May 12 at the Village Hall. Each year, the contest invites local students to celebrate the importance of trees through art. This year’s theme was, “Trees Plant
Scouting America (formerly Boy Scouts of America) Three Fires Council will host the first Bald Eagles Club to benefit childhood cancer research and Scouting initiatives. On June 14, at multiple partner locations in the Fox Valley, youth and adults are invited to have their heads shaved by dozens of licensed
May 14, 2025Dear editor, As a small business owner in Illinois, I am deeply concerned about the impending implementation of the Interchange Fee Prohibition Act (IFPA), set to take effect July 1. While the intention to reduce costs for merchants is commendable, the practical implications of this legislation pose significant
By Russ George Members of the Diabetes Club of Fox Valley held their May membership meeting Wednesday, May 14, at Oak Street Restaurant, 945 Oak Street, in North Aurora. Club vice president of programs, Chuck Nelson, introduced guest speaker, Mark Gaffino, mayor and Village president of North Aurora, stated, “Mayor
United Methodist Church of Geneva, 211 Hamilton Street, will host its 69th annual outdoor Memorial Day pancake breakfast fundraiser from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. Monday, May 26. The public is invited. Tickets are a $10 donation for adults and $5 for children three to 12. Kids under three eat
Marmion’s most anticipated traditions, the Annual Steak Fry & Lobster Boil, hosted by the Marmion Alumni Association will take place 6 p.m. Friday, June 6 at Alumni Hall, 1000 Butterfield Road, Aurora. Dinner tickets are just $50 and include choice of a juicy steak or mouthwatering lobster dinner, complete with
The Plano American Legion Auxiliary Post #395 will seek donations for veterans during Poppy Days Friday, May 23, and Saturday, May 24. Poppies are distributed to honor the sacrifices of veterans, active-duty military personnel, and their families, while also raising funds to support their needs. The red poppy is a
Anderson Humane is offering a raffle to win a private taco stand for 50 guests, courtesy of Taquizas 2 Hermanos! For just $20 per ticket, you could win a delicious taco buffet featuring steak, pork, Mexican sausage, fajitas, alambres, and barbacoa-marinated pork – served right at your event! Drawing date
The Plano American Legion Post #395 will lead the Memorial Day Ceremonies at the Veterans Memorial Monday, May 26 at 10:30 a.m., at Route 34 and Center Street. The Post Honor Guard will then lead a parade up Center Street to Little Rock Cemetery for the 11 a.m. ceremony services.
The Village of Montgomery invites history enthusiasts, families, and curious explorers to join us for a captivating journey through time, at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 7. The members of the Historic Preservation Commission will host a historic walking tour that will immerse participants in the fascinating stories and landmarks that
Musings: •The Sins of Donald J. Trump (chapter seven). He has: Revoked the protections of immigrants who had entered the United States through the CFB program and “urged” them to “self-deport” themselves or risk being permanently banned and cancelled the Temporary Protected Status extensions for various national groups; Signed an
The Kane County Health Department (KCHD), in partnership with the Kane Health Counts collaborative, is proud to announce the release of the 2024 Community Health Assessment (CHA). This comprehensive report provides a data-informed, community-driven snapshot of the health and well-being of Kane County residents, highlighting the most pressing health needs
The 18th annual Kite Fly, hosted by the Naperville Park District and presented by The Branch-Naperville Moms, will be held at Frontier Sports Complex, 3380 Cedar Glade Drive, from noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, June 1. The free event will give families the opportunity to view huge, spectacular kites flown
Ingredients2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce1 teaspoon liquid smoke flavoring1 tablespoon molasses1 tablespoon sesame seeds1 tablespoon brown sugar1 teaspoon paprika1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper4 teaspoons minced garlic1/4 cup canola oil8 skinless, boneless chicken thighs Directions1. Mix together Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, teriyaki sauce, liquid
I’m sorry, but I feel that I do not belong;Of course, I’m hoping—really hoping—that I’m wrong.You seem to be a nice group—easy enough to please,And I could get quite used to loving care, with ease.But, being who I am, I don’t like being fooled,So first I must make sure my
Brave adventurers, the realm of Aurora beckons you to embark on an epic journey of knowledge and discovery! The Aurora Public Library District’s Summer Reading Adventure, Level Up at Your Library, is a call to all heroes—young and old—to level up through the completion of quests at home, in the
Celebrate the Aurora library community with a refreshing Community Walk Fundraiser from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Sunday, June 15. Participants are invited to park and meet at the Eola Road Branch of the Library, where we will commence our walk along the beautiful Waubonsie Lake Park Trail. For just
May 15, Aurora University announced a Learning Commons to replace Charles B. Phillips Library. AU President Susana Rivera-Mills, Ph.D., presided at an earlier internal groundbreaking ceremony for students, faculty, staff and board of directors. She said construction on the three-story, multi-functional building is planned for a plot along Prairie Street
By Bela “Bill” Suhayda Donald Trump’s “Make Business not War” tour through the Middle East will be remembered for decades to come, as an historic success by any standard unless we consider the deranged positions of Democrats and some contributors in this publication. I speak of John Whitehead, “Wayne’s World”
