Wesley United Methodist Church makes food for Aurora community fridge
Luli Smith, left, passes a sandwich for bagging during a Wednesday Night Gathering at Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora January 29.
Aurora’s 40th Annual MLK Ceremony, Donna J. Williams Awards of Service, Mayor’s Award of Excellence
Jesse White, left, receives the Mayor’s Award of Excellence from Aurora mayor Richard Irvin at Aurora’s 40th Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. ceremony at East Aurora High School Monday, Jan. 20, MLK Day
Diabetes Club of Fox Valley to hold “Do Good with CHIPOTLE Fundraiser” Feb. 1; DCFV members work together to promote diabetes awareness
By Russ George The Diabetes Club of Fox Valley (DCFV) held another successful “Mini Fundraiser” Jan. 16, at Paisano’s Pizza & Grill, in Sugar Grove and Elburn. The members of DCFV send a shoutout of thanks to Paisano’s, for donating 15% of their sales back to our Diabetes Club. Mark
Aurora church volunteers assemble 50 free warming kits
An Aurora church wants to warm up the frigid weather. Attendees at Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora were invited to take free winter warming kits after worship Sunday, Jan. 19. Volunteers at a Jan. 15 Wednesday Night Gathering, a free biweekly dinner and family activity, formed an assembly line
11th Annual Naperville restaurant week through Feb. 3
Sixty restaurants in Naperville will participate in one of the largest restaurant weeks in the Chicagoland region through Monday, Feb. 3. From fast casual to fancy dining, each participating venue in the 11th annual Naperville Restaurant Week will feature either a prix-fixe menu at an appetizing price or daily discounts.
Voting open for new Illinois flag
By Jerry NowickiCapitol News Illinoisjnowicki@capitolnewsillinois.com Illinoisans can now vote on whether they want a new state flag. The Illinois Secretary of State’s office officially opened the voting portal on Friday, and votes will be accepted through Feb. 14. Voters can choose from 10 designs for a new flag, the current
Aurora’s Special Census to begin February 3
The City of Aurora government is set to undergo a Special Census set to begin February 3. This initiative, which serves as a count of the City’s population held outside of the normal Census, is critical to restoring key City funding. Census funds assist the City in providing road maintenance,
Guest speaker, Marianne Renner shares lessons learned at Jan. 8 meeting; Diabetes Club of Fox Valley ‘Mini Fundraiser’ Jan. 16
By Russ George The Diabetes Club of Fox Valley (DCFV) held their January membership meeting Wednesday, Jan. 8, at Oak Street Restaurant, 945 Oak Street, in North Aurora. DCFV vice president, Chuck Nelson, introduced guest speaker, Marianne Renner, a life long Aurora resident, who attended and graduated from Waubonsee Community
Happy b-day to Evelyn; down Fox Street to new Waubonsee
By Ricky Rieckert To start with this week in an historical look back at Aurora, I forgot to add the addresses of both Fox Theaters. The Original, on Fox Street, was 24-28 Fox Street (three units). The New Fox Theater on Main Street, was 54 E. Main Street. Just west
MLK Prayer Breakfast Jan. 20
The Fox Valley Christian Ministerial Alliance is inviting the public to its annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Prayer Breakfast from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m Monday, Jan. 20, at Gayles Memorial Baptist Church, 730 Gillette Avenue, Aurora. The morning event will feature dedicated prayer segments followed by a complimentary breakfast.
MLK program January 19
United Methodists of the Northern Illinois Conference will honor the memory of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., with a program at 3 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 19 at First United Methodist Church, 1032 Maple Avenue in Downers Grove. The public is invited to the event and admission and parking are
Wanted: Women to help women learn English; Jan. 18
The Dominican Literacy Center in Aurora needs female volunteers to help women learn to read, write and speak English. Alison Brzezinski, DLC tutoring coordinator, said training will be offered from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 18. Training will take place at the center, 260 Vermont Street in Aurora,
Aurora Film Society moves to new location
Aurora Film Society is moving to a new, larger screening location this year. Starting this month, movies will be screened monthly at The Venue, a live music and performance space in downtown Aurora. To celebrate, Aurora Film Society will kick off the 2025 season with a free screening Wednesday, Jan.
Evelyn Rackmyer celebrates 104 years, active life
Jennings Terrace resident, Evelyn Rackmyer, celebrated her 104th birthday January 3. A remarkable woman with a zest for life, Rackmyer has lived through more than a century of incredible change and continues to inspire those around her. Born in Richmond, Ill., January 1, 1921, Rackmyer has led a full and
Aurora MLK Ceremony Jan. 20th
The City of Aurora will continue a four-decades-long tradition of honoring the life and legacy of the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. during the 40th Annual MLK Ceremony Monday, Jan. 20, at 6 p.m. at East Aurora High School, 500 Tomcat Lane. The 2025 theme is based on the
Aurora Public Library District book discussion sets: Perfect for book clubs
Are you part of a book club and looking for an easier way to get everyone on the same page—literally? Look no further than the Aurora Public Library District (APLD) Book Discussion sets! Designed to simplify the logistics of book club planning, these sets offer a variety of engaging titles
New Year’s Eve Bash in Aurora
Balloons drop in a noon countdown at the Fox Valley Park District’s annual New Year’s Eve Bash Tuesday, Dec. 31 at Vaughn Recreation Center in Aurora.
Celebrating 3 Kings Day in Aurora, fun for all
Aurora’s Santori Public Library celebrated Three Kings Day with food, photos, crafts, face-painting and gifts from the kings Sunday, Jan. 5. The 10th annual Celebración del Día de los Reyes Magos (three wisemen) attracted more than 200 attendees to the event held from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the
Aurora Kwanzaa festival celebrates
Aurora’s African American Men of Unity celebrated its 23rd annual Kwanzaa Saturday, Dec. 28 at Prisco Community Center in Aurora. With the theme “Strive in 2025,” the free, family event stressed family, community and culture. More than 100 persons attended the harambee, coming together in Swahili. The event featured a
Guest Speaker: Marianne Renner, leadership coach, speaker, trainer, Diabetes Club of Fox Valley members will meet Jan. 8
By Russ George Members of the Diabetes Club of Fox Valley will hold their January membership meeting Wednesday, Jan. 8, 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