Plano American Legion Post #395 Memorial Day ceremonies
The Plano American Legion Post #395 held Memorial Day ceremonies at Veterans Walkway and at Little Rock Cemetery to honor veterans who have given all to their country.
Outdoor worship services at New England Congregational Church in Aurora
The Reverend Dr. Christina Vosteen of Aurora preaches June 1, at the first of three outdoor worship services at New England Congregational Church in Aurora.
Aurora Memorial Day parade, Grand Marshal Arlen Peterson
Arlen Peterson, Grand Marshal of the Aurora Memorial Day parade, drives in an Army Jeep during the event.
Eight faith groups to join in Aurora Pride June 8
For a fourth year, eight suburban faith groups will celebrate a joint Aurora Pride Sunday, June 8. New England Congregational Church, 406 W. Galena Boulevard in Aurora, will host events leading up to the noon parade. The public is invited. Admission and parking are free. From 8:30 a.m. to 10
Horsepower Therapeutic Riding “Rockin’ at the Ranch” fundraiser June 14; Diabetes Club golf outing three weeks away
By Russ George Several members from the Diabetes Club of Fox Valley will attend HorsePower Therapeutic Riding’s annual “Rockin’ at the Ranch” fundraiser Saturday, June 14, at Honey Bridge Ranch, 6N917 IL Route 25, in St. Charles, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.. It will be four hours of entertainment,
Open Roads ABATE dinner ride
Members of Open Roads ABATE pose for a photo while participating in a dinner ride at The Pub in Hinckley May 14.
East Aurora Class of 1960 reunion
East Aurora class of 1960 alumni are invited to a 65th reunion at 5 p.m. Friday, June 20, at Reuland Food Service, 115 Oak Avenue in Aurora. George Hauser, reunion organizer, said a cash bar will precede a dinner. To make reservations, email Hauer at georgemhauser1942@icloud.com. Deadline for reservations is
Diabetes Club of Fox Valley members hear from Mayor of North Aurora, Mark Gaffino; ‘Tee Off to Defeat Diabetes’ golf outing June 20
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
Norway Day parade in Park Ridge
Kelly Welin of Wheaton, left, and Nancy Andersen, St. Charles, carry a banner in Sunday, May 18’s annual Norway Day parade in Park Ridge.
Goodbye Jill, an inspirational mother, who will be missed
No guilt, my mom said. She didn’t want me to feel any guilt for her fatal diagnosis. I told her that I felt guilty, or maybe just naive, that I didn’t encourage her to get her pesky gastrointestinal problems looked at sooner. She had been complaining of digestive issues for
A Little Taste of Romance: Steve and Donna
Steve Krawczyk, left, of Arcada theatre in St. Charles and Donna Szubinski celebrated 10 years of being together at Cozzi Corner restaurant in Downers Grove recently.
Fallen Aurora firefighter honored at State’s annual memorial ceremony
By Jade AubreyCapitol News Illinoisjaubrey@capitolnewsillinois.com Fallen Aurora firefighter Cristian Medrano was honored at the state’s 32nd annual Fallen Firefighter Memorial held outside the Statehouse Tuesday, May 13. The memorial is held each May in front of the commemorative statue on the Statehouse’s back lawn as a tribute to Illinois firefighters
Diabetes Club’s third annual “Tee Off to Defeat Diabetes” Golf Outing set for Friday, June 20; Diabetes Club of Fox Valley ‘Meet & Greet’ May 17
By Russ George The Diabetes Club of Fox Valley will hold it’s May “Meet and Greet”, organized by media chairperson, Ann McBride, to expose our Club and our mission, Saturday, May 17, from 9 a.m. to noon, at Panera Bread, 1690 S. Randall Road, in Geneva. Plan on stopping by,
Aurora Tanner House Museum to reopen
The historic Tanner House Museum, 305 Cedar Street, Aurora, will open for the 2025 season Sunday, May 18. The museum will be open on Sunday afternoons from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. through September 21. The Tanner House, an 1857 home, is furnished and decorated in Victorian-era style. Visitors to
Free Food Pantry Friday, May 16
Attendees can pick up a box of canned goods, fresh fruit, veggies, frozen meat, bread, milk, eggs at the free Plano Food Pantry, Friday, May 16 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at First Lutheran Church in Plano, 200 N Center Street. Bring your food pantry card, if you have
Batavia second annual volunteer fair
Batavia Chamber of Commerce president/CEO Margaret Perreault, seated, and Shirley Mott, communications and membership coordinator, right, welcome a visitor to the chamber’s second annual volunteer fair May 6 at Batavia Public Library.
Three Fires Council, gives Awards of Merit to volunteers
Two local scout volunteers, Julia Reina Jeffries and Brian Joseph Hockings were recently honored with the Potawatomi District Award of Merit for their outstanding service to youth. Each spring, Three Fires Council, Scouting America recognizes the efforts of volunteers who make a difference in the lives of the youth they
Plano Methodist Church work day
Members of Plano Methodist Church gathered May 3, for a community work day focused on outdoor cleanup and beautification.
Diabetes Club’s third annual “Tee Off to Defeat Diabetes” Golf Outing Friday, June 20; Diabetes Club of Fox Valley members to meet May 14
By Russ George Members of the Diabetes Club of Fox Valley will hold their May membership meeting Wednesday, May 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
Paint the Riverside in St. Charles May 10
The streets of downtown St. Charles will come alive with color and community spirit at the annual Paint the Riverside event Saturday, May 10, from 9 a.m. to noon at the intersection of Walnut and Riverside Avenues. This event is sponsored by the St. Charles Arts Council. This free public