The Aurora Public Library District (APLD) offers a wealth of opportunities designed to support educators in their critical role of shaping young minds. We aim to inspire our diverse community by continuingly offering educational (and fun!) resources and experiences for students. From digital tools to Library tours, we are committed
A dozen soccer teams comprising 108 players from the Aurora area converged on Montgomery Saturday, Aug. 10, for the inaugural 7 on 7 Fox Valley Christian Cup soccer tourney. St. Luke’s Lutheran Church was host to the day-long competition on the Church grounds. Iglesia San Pablo, an Aurora church, was
By Steve Groth The run July 28 in Peoria proved to be another great day of flat track bike racing. It was spectacular to see JD Beach step in for the injured Dallas Daniels after a year off from flat track racing, in the tourist track racing. Beach took second
Among Illinois high schools this season, West Aurora’s varsity football practices opened Monday this week.
Celebrating back-to-school season, youth and adults present backpacks, laptops and other gear for a blessing at Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora Sunday, Aug. 11.
By Steve Groth While in Florida last Winter, I met athletes from Denmark who were part of the Danish national canoe team. They came to Satellite Beach, Fla., for eight weeks, February through March to prepare for the Summer Olympic Games. I met Rasmus Knudsen, one of the athletes, at
The Aurora First Fridays and Stolp Block Party Friday, Aug. 2 continue the family time and good weather in Downtown Aurora August 2.
By Russ George Members of the Diabetes Club of Fox Valley will hold their August membership meeting Wednesday, Aug. 14, 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
By Jason Crane Mayor of Aurora, Richard Irvin announced his appointment of Dan Barreiro as the new Ward 1 alderman Tuesday, August 6 at the Aurora City Council Committee of the Whole meeting. If approved next week, Barreiro’s term will be until the next general election in April 2025. Barreiro,
Are you tired of sky-high energy bills? Want to reduce your carbon footprint and help the environment? The Citizens Utility Board (CUB) is bringing its expertise to the Aurora Public Library District (APLD) with a Home Energy Savings program Thursday, Aug. 15. This event is an opporunity to learn practical
The Batavia Chamber of Commerce was thrilled to celebrate the 10th Anniversary of GNC of Batavia with a ribbon-cutting ceremony Friday, Aug. 2.
Reverend Tammy Scott, second from right, attends the Kane County Cougars’ All Faiths Night Friday, Aug. 2.
An Aurora church became a space-rocket launching site Wednesday, July 31. For a family science night, youth and adults launched water-bottle rockets in the Wesley United Methodist Church parking lot. Approximately 30 persons participated. Jim “Science Guy” Merk, a Church member and a retired West Aurora schools science teacher, led
The Batavia Chamber of Commerce’s ribbon-cutting at Bulldogs Red Hots, 32 N. Island Avenue, drew a big crowd, Thursday, Aug. 1.
Aurora Lions Club members learned about a local mental health resource Thursday, Aug. 1. Dana Pavlu, clinic director at Ellie Mental Health, 1315 N. Highland Ave. in Aurora, was guest speaker at the Lions’ bi-weekly meeting at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church.3 Pavlu said Ellie therapists believe everyone should have access
CASA Kane County is proud to announce that our reputable executive director, Jim Di Ciaula, has been selected as the recipient of the TriCity Family Services’ 40th Annual William D. Barth Award. This prestigious honor celebrates a local leader whose unwavering dedication to the non-profit community has made a lasting,
Residents and staff members at Aurora’s Plum Landing retirement community celebrated Christmas in July Sunday, July 28.
Nikki is a female Belgian Malinois mix who is 10 years old. Nikki has been let down by her people and was surrendered to a high kill shelter, through no fault of her own. Nikki thrives in her foster home. She has been good with the other dogs she has
Bright colors and pageantry were part of Aurora’s Puerto Rican Heritage Week last week.
Healthy living was the focus of the Family Fest Farmers’ Market by Just Food Initiative of the Fox Valley, Sunday, July 28, at Saint Athanasios Greek Orthodox Church in Aurora.
