The Aurora Navy League Council 247 will hold its Tuesday, Feb. 17, dinner meeting at the private room of the Riverview Diner, IL-25 and Mill S., Montgomery.
You do not need to be a member of the Navy League, or have a reservation, to attend the in-person meeting, the general public is welcome. All are invited to this event. Only those who order a meal are required to pay for the meal. Others may attend at no-charge.
A reception will begin promptly at 5 p.m. followed by a meeting at 5:30 p.m. with dinner afterward. The cost is $25 all-inclusive if an entree is ordered, or $20 for the dinner salad featured that evening. Free entry without food. The meeting will conclude about 7:30 p.m..
The after dinner speaker will be Mr. Todd Thorsen who will speak on “Kids Over 60: Let’s Outsmart Cybercriminals Together! “ Join us for a special session with Amazon best‑selling author Todd Thorson.
Cybercrime targeting seniors is skyrocketing, but the good news is that staying safe online is easier than most people think — especially when you learn from someone who’s been protecting people and businesses for over three decades.
At this upcoming event, you’ll meet Todd Thorson, a cybersecurity and technology expert with 30+ years of experience across private and public sectors. Todd is the CTO and CISO of TANJ Cybersecurity & Technologies, where he leads a team dedicated to protecting small and medium‑sized businesses. He’s also an Amazon best‑selling author of multiple books spanning self‑help, cybersecurity, and sci‑fi fiction.
But what really sets Todd apart is his passion for helping everyday people — especially seniors — stay safe, confident, and empowered in a digital world that’s changing fast.
Topics will include:
•How scammers really operate (and how to spot them instantly)
•Simple steps to protect your money, identity, and personal information
•How to avoid the most common traps targeting older adults
•Tips you can share with your kids and grandkids to keep them safe too
The Aurora Council needs to expand its membership. This is our only source of funds to help the Junior Navy and AF ROTC units in area high schools. It will pay half of the first year’s dues for new members.
—Aurora Navy League Council 247