Suburban Norwegian-Americans celebrated their heritage Sunday, Nov. 2 afternoon with Hostfest, an annual fall festival showcasing traditional food, music, and crafts. Sponsored by Sons of Norway Polar Star Lodge 5-472, the event was held at St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Montgomery. Polar Star holds monthly membership meetings on the first
West Aurora High School’s Brodie Caragher (21) dives to tackle Belleville East runner, Josh Ware, Saturday Nov. 1 in a Class 8A Round 1 playoff game.
By Russ George Members of the Diabetes Club of Fox Valley will hold their November membership meeting Wednesday, Nov. 12, at Oak Street Restaurant, 945 Oak Street, in North Aurora. Meeting will be held in the East Banquet Room. Dinner is optional on members’ own from the menu at 5:30
Big news for makers, tinkerers, and crafters! The Aurora Public Library District’s Makerspace at the Santori Library just got even more accessible and exciting! We are thrilled to announce that you no longer need an appointment to use Makerspace equipment. Now you can walk in anytime during posted hours and
Honor Oswego’s veterans from the Civil War through the 21st Century by visiting the Little White School Museum annual “Remembering our Veterans” special exhibit at the museum, 72 Polk Street (Jackson at Polk), just two blocks from historic downtown Oswego. This is the 21st year the museum has hosted a
With hugs and handshakes for shoppers by owner Andy Guzauskas, Prisco’s Family Market in Aurora reopened October 30. Celebrating a four-day grand reopening, first-day hours were 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.. The 99-year-old store had been shut down due to storm damage August 18. During the shutdown, staff were allowed
All Saints Sunday at New England Congregational Church in Aurora looked a little different November. 2.In addition to the tradition of reading names of reading names and ringing a bell for passed loved ones, a Dia de los Muertos altar, called an ofrenda, was built. Congregants were invited to display
Members of the Kiwanis Club of Aurora learned about Alzheimer’s, dementia, and cognitive tests from Christine Bloom of the Alzheimer’s Association Tuesday, Oct. 28.
The Knights of Columbus Our Lady of Good Faith Council 14929 pose for a photo during its annual spaghetti night recently.
Hundreds of joy-filled parishioners representing the Saint Athanasios Greek Orthodox Church Family gathered for its Gala to enthusiastically celebrate its 60th Anniversary of existence in Aurora October 19, at the Stonebridge Country Club. His Eminence Metropolitan Nathanael of Chicago reflected on the unique loving dynamics, impactful outreach and growth Saint
Join Batavia MainStreet and the City of Batavia in congratulating New Moon Vegan on their induction into governor JB Pritzker’s Illinois Made Program this November. The Illinois Office of Tourism selects a group of small businesses each year that exemplify the authentic experiences and innovative products that make Illinois an
By Karen Nielsen Lorence If you have been through the Near Eastside Historic District in Aurora recently, you’ve seen the transformation of what was once the old Aurora City Hospital. Just three years ago, Jacqueline Mejia and Jeff Williams took a fresh look at the old City of Aurora Hospital
Thirty-five volunteers gathered recently at the Ron Ory Community Garden Plots, 811 South West Street, to glean any remaining vegetables following the closure of the seasonal garden plots for the year. Gleaning is the act of collecting excess fresh food from farms, gardens and other sources in order to provide
By Peter HancockCapitol News Illinoisphancock@capitolnewsillinois.com An Illinois House panel Wednesday, Oct. 29 advanced a bill aimed at reforming a state pension plan known as the “Tier 2” system, but only with the understanding that negotiations will continue and no final action will be taken until next spring at the earliest.
Yorkville High School’s Jayden Ruth (4) looks for a pass as a Bolingbrook defender reaches for the ball, Friday, Oct. 24.
By Jason Crane The Aurora City Council listened to dozens of speakers in a standing-room-only crowd after agreeing to allow nearly an hour of extra time for public comments at the Tuesday, Oct. 28 City Council meeting. The majority of speakers expressed anger and sadness about the recent actions of
Every fall, the Aurora Public Library District transforms into a vibrant space of joyful remembrance and cultural connection. Through colorful displays and family-friendly programs, we invite the community to honor Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead) with us! This vibrant tradition honors the memory of loved ones who have
Kiwanis Club of Aurora members and friends learned October 21 about access to various resources for seniors, including car rides, home emergency helps, snow removal, and more from Katrina Boatright, manager Senior Services, & Disabilities for the City of Aurora.
Celebrating Day of the Dead, artifacts honoring departed relatives and friends are displayed on an ofrenda (altar) at Aurora University’s Phillips Library, 315 S. Gladstone Ave. in Aurora.
Aurora Central Catholic High School students pose for a photo during rehearsals for “Clue” at ACC November 7-8.
