Santa visits Plano American Legion
Declan, left, and Hudson sit on Santa’s lap and receive a gift from Santa’s elf at the Plano American Legion Post #395 Children’s Christmas Party December 14.
Auroran Randy Brown receives Distinguished Award
Randall “Randy” Brown of Aurora was awarded the 2024 Aurora Lions Club Distinguished Service Award. Brown, was surprised with the award, the Club’s highest honor, at the Lions’ charter night dinner at Aurora Country Club December 12. Michele Needham, past president and award selection coordinator, made the presentation. Brown emceed
73rd annual Lehnertz Avenue holiday display in Aurora
The St. Joseph Catholic Church children’s choir sings Sunday, Dec. 15.
Aurora Public Library District 2024 Winter Gala recap
The Aurora Public Library Foundation’s annual Winter Gala dazzled Saturday, Dec. 7, bringing together 150 vibrant members of our community for an unforgettable evening. This resounding success celebrated the heart and spirit of Aurora while honoring extraordinary individuals whose contributions have shaped our community in meaningful ways. It was an
Scouts’ works recognized in Naperville
At the December 12, Park Board meeting, the Naperville Park District Board of Commissioners recognized five scouts who recently completed Eagle Scout projects at the Park District. Board president Mary Gibson noted that these projects added a variety of high-quality improvements to Naperville’s parks. The scouts recognized were: Brandon Kenny,
Advent candle lit at Wesley
Luli Smith, back to camera, lights an Advent wreath candle with help from lead pastor Reverend Tammy Scott at Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora Sunday.
Plano schools collect for Kendall County Food Pantry
The staff and students at P.H. Miller School and Centennial Elementary schools in Plano collected a total of $730 in cash donations for the Kendall County Food Pantry.
New Hope Advent The Christmas Story in Scripture and Song
Celebrating season: Aurora church presents ‘Christmas Story in Scripture and Song’ New Hope Advent Christian Church in Aurora celebrated the season with its “The Christmas Story in Scripture and Song” Sunday, Dec. 15. Featured were icons created by Kelly Latimore, son of Kim and Rev. Ken Latimore, North Carolina Advent
Forty nativities from around the world
New England Congregational Church Aurora celebrated the season with a display of 40 nativity sets from around the world Sunday. The sets were loaned by Loyola University Museum of Art in Chicago from its “Art and Faith of the Creche” exhibition through Dec. 21. Students of the Beloved Community, a
Aurora Cocoa Crawl,fun in downtown Aurora
Visitors to Do or Dye Designs salon in downtown Aurora enjoy hot cocoa at the sixth annual Cocoa Crawl the evening of Friday, Dec. 6.
Fourth straight championship for College of DuPage
The College of DuPage team celebrates its victory in the Red Grange Bowl, over Louisburg, to earn its fourth straight National Junior College Athletic Association Division (NJCAA) Division III championship.
55th annual Pearl Harbor Day Luncheon
Threats from China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea stress the need for preparedness Navy Captain Christopher Labissiere said Monday, Dec. 9. The commanding officer of the Navy Reserve Center Great Lakes, was the keynote speaker at the 55th annual Pearl Harbor Day Luncheon at Lincoln Inn Banquets in Batavia. After
Sign Language Santa at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church
A girl chats with American Sign Language Santa Keith Strnad of Oswego, center, at the Aurora Lions Club annual party for deaf and hearing impaired kids Tuesday, Dec. 3.
Aurora Gators youth football honored by Aurora City Council
By Jason Crane The Aurora City Council honored the Aurora Gators 11 U youth football team at the Tuesday, Dec. 10 City Council meeting, for winning the Pop Warner Chicagoland State championship. The 2024 team is undefeated. •A video of the presentation can be viewed on the city government of
Diabetes Club of Fox Valley holds annual Holiday party
By Russ George Members and friends of the Diabetes Club of Fox Valley (DCFV) gathered together Friday, Dec. 6, for the Club’s third annual holiday party, at Oak Street Restaurant in North Aurora. The evening began at 6 p.m., with a social gathering and buffet dinner. Following dinner a raffle
Multi-cultural nativities on display at New England Congregational Church in Aurora
The community is invited to a unique and exciting “open house” event at New England Congregational Church, 406 W. Galena Boulevard, Aurora, Sunday, Dec. 15 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.. On display will be a fascinating collection of multi-cultural nativities on loan from the Loyola University Museum of Art
Program helps teens learn the value of giving back
Students participating in Naperville’s KidsMatter Teen Philanthropy Initiative (TPI), have been giving back this holiday season, helping not only several significant causes and charitable events, but their own philanthropic learning. TPI mentor, Kristen Refness, and some of her team members in the Teen Philanthropy Initiative, recently volunteered at Loaves &
Aurora Library: Making legal resources accessible
Navigating the legal system can feel overwhelming, especially if you’re representing yourself. That’s why the Aurora Public Library District (APLD) has launched a new Court Support service designed to support self-represented litigants. By offering dedicated spaces, trained staff, and access to legal resources, the library is stepping up as a
50 nativity sets from around the world on display at Church of the Good Shepherd United Methodist
Church of the Good Shepherd United Methodist, 5 W. Washington Street in Oswego, celebrated the season with an annual display of 50 nativity sets from around the world Friday, Dec. 6. Held during a chili and pie supper fundraiser by United Women in faith, the 20th annual display was held
Open Roads ABATE collects diapers
Open Roads ABATE collected approximately 45 packages of disposable underwear and diapers during the month of November.