Plano Firefighters and The Grinch collect donations
Plano Firefighters pose with The Grinch, who helped collect donations for Plano Rockin’ Christmas.
Aurora, Tri-Cities Methodists share worship Dec. 29
Aurora and Tri-Cities United Methodist churches celebrated the first Sunday after Christmas with a shared worship service Sunday, Dec. 29. The event at Batavia UMC featured leaders from Aurora Wesley UMC, Batavia UMC, Geneva UMC and Baker Memorial UMC, St. Charles. Rev. Melissa Meyers, Batavia UMC pastor, opened the service
Robert “Bob” Hubbard, 2024 Batavia Citizen of the Year
A life-long Batavian with a “long and distinguished” career as a community volunteer and community leader was named the 2024 Batavia Citizen of the Year (COTY) December 18. The Batavia Chamber of Commerce will honor Robert “Bob” Hubbard Thursday, April 24, 2025, at the Chamber’s Inspire 2025: A Celebration of
Naperville Park District and KidsMatter job fair Jan. 4
The Naperville Park District and KidsMatter will be co-hosts to the 2025 Community Job Fair 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 4, 2025, at Fort Hill Activity Center, 20 Fort Hill Drive, Naperville. A variety of job seekers, ages 15 and up, have the opportunity to connect with representatives
Diabetes Club has record year in growth and fundraising
By Russ George The Diabetes Club of Fox Valley (DCFV) had a record year increasing membership and fundraising, to allow our club to make three major donations to fight diabetes, in addition to providing one or more diabetes awareness events, each month. DCFV held two major fundraisers in 2024. Our
Plano Methodist Cookie Walk
The 28th annual Cookie Walk was held at the Plano Methodist Church Saturday, Dec. 14.
Wesley United Methodist Church Blue Christmas drop-in
Rev. Tammy Scott, left, lead pastor at Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora, and Thew Elliott, music and liturgy director, welcome visitors to a Blue Christmas drop-in December 19 at the church.
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.
73rd annual Lehnertz Avenue holiday display in Aurora
The St. Joseph Catholic Church children’s choir sings Sunday, Dec. 15.
Diabetes Club of Fox Valley promotes diabetes awareness
By Russ George The Diabetes Club of Fox Valley (DCFV) held another successful “Mini Fundraiser” December 9, at Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria, 1720 N. Orchard Road, in Aurora. DCFV fundraising chairperson, Jenny McCain, said, “Club members have been a big help spreading the word to family and friends, about our club’s
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
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
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.
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.
Lehnertz Avenue Christmas display
Aurora’s 73rd annual Lehnertz Avenue drive-thru Christmas display will open at 5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15 and will feature lawn signs and cutout figures of, religious and secular figures homeowners’ lawns, including Charlie Brown characters, The display will every day run from 5 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. through January 3,
Reader’s Voice: Plano Church, Xmas Sale, Samaritan boxes
December 8, 2024Dear editor; The Plano Methodist Church wishes to thank everyone for supporting their Christmas Sale November 23. The Christmas Sale consisted of Christmas decorations, greenery, snowmen, wreaths, Santas, dishes, and ornaments. Donations from the Christmas Sale will go toward ministry of the Plano Methodist Church. The Plano Methodist
Suburban Norwegian-Americans welcome Julenisse
Julenisse, Norway’s version of Santa Claus, made an early stop in Montgomery Sunday, Dec. 1. Sons of Norway Polar Star chapter 5-472 members celebrated Juletrefest, a traditional Nordic Christmas, with its annual December meeting at St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Montgomery. The family event featured a potluck luncheon, tree trimming,
Aurora church, Christmas season, reverse Advent calendar
Wesley United Methodist Church, 14 N. May Street in Aurora, is celebrating the Advent season by focusing on fighting local hunger. Sunday, Dec. 1, Reverend Tammy Scott, lead pastor, opened her Advent-season sermon series “From the Manger,” with “Hope Grows.” The series continues with “Peace Grows,” Dec. 8; “Joy Grows,”
Fifty nativity sets to be displayed at Oswego church Dec. 6
Church of the Good Shepherd United Methodist, 5 W. Washington Street in Oswego, will display 50 nativity sets Friday, Dec. 6. The 20th annual display will be from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the church during the Oswego Christmas Walk in downtown from 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.. The
Oswego Presbyterian nativity pageant Dec. 13
Oswego Presbyterian Church, 1976 Route 25, will stage a live nativity pageant from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13. The public is invited. Admission and parking are free. The church’s annual presentation will feature a depiction of the story of Jesus’ birth every 15 minutes. Live animals are