Aurora Police Shop With a Cop
The Aurora Police Shop with a Cop program December 9 produces presents for deserving children and many feel-good photos of happiness.
Holiday party: Diabetes Club
By Russ George Forty members and friends of the Diabetes Club of Fox Valley gathered together Thursday, Dec. 14, for the Club’s second annual holiday party at Oak Street Restaurant in North Aurora. The evening began at 5:30 p.m., with a social gathering and dinner. Following dinner a raffle was
Aurora Public Library District this year: Growth, come alive, thrive
As 2023 draws to a close, we at the Aurora Public Library District (APLD) take a moment to reflect on a year brimming with growth, engagement, and community spirit. Together, we have transformed lives and strengthened our community thanks to the incredible generosity you have shown throughout the year. Let’s
Memorial candlelight vigil remembers homeless deaths
A memorial candlelight vigil will be held Thursday night, Dec. 21, to remember Aurora-area homeless people who died in the past year. Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora will sponsor the second annual outdoor candlelight observance at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 21, at Millennium Plaza, 21 S. Stolp Ave. in
Julenisse, Norway’s version of Santa, visits
Aurora resident Brooklyn Czenk, 14, receives a gift from Ken Johnson, Yorkville, portraying Julenisse, Norway’s version of Santa, Sunday, Dec. 3.
Boy Scout Eagles honored
Scouts were honored for completing their Eagle projects at the Park District.
Plano Methodist Church gives out mittens and hats
The Plano Methodist Church collected new and gently-used hats, mittens, gloves, and scarves November 26 through December 10.
West Aurora High School’s 36th annual madrigal dinner
Court Jester Armani Smith delivers a replica boar’s head Saturday during West Aurora High School’s 36th annual madrigal dinner in the school cafeteria.
Kolb’s celebrate 50th wedding anniversary in Alaska
Bill and Sally Kolb from Sandwich celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with a trip to Alaska in August.
CASA Kane County Launches 2023 Annual Holiday Giving Program to Bring Joy and Support to Children in Foster Care
CASA Kane County, a leading advocate for children in the foster care system, is thrilled to announce the commencement of its Annual Holiday Giving Program for the year 2023. This heartwarming initiative combines both a festive item collection and a vital fundraising/donation drive, aiming to brighten the holiday season for
Santas on the march for suicide prevention
More than 140 Santas, a Grinch, and Darth Vader, shuffled, Saturday, Dec. 9, along the sidewalks of Route 47 in Yorkville for the annual Santas for Suicide Prevention Services fundraiser.
Santa visits Plano American Legion Post #395
The Plano American Legion Post #395 and the Secret Angels conducted a Children’s Christmas Party Sunday, Dec. 3 at the Plano American Legion.
Special time for Aurora Lions Club
Aurora Lions Club members celebrated three milestones recently. During an annual charter night banquet Tuesday, Dec. 7, at Two Brothers Roundhouse in Aurora, the Lions welcomed a new member, named the Club’s 2023 distinguished service award winner and reflected on their first 100 years. Highlighting the event was induction of
CARES Car Program resource for families
Loaves & Fishes Community Services and DuPagePads will work together to provide donated cars to clients who lack reliable transportation. This new collaboration will strengthen the car donation program, streamline services, offer a larger support network, and provide hope by ultimately transforming the lives of the clients they serve. For
Aurora Area Retired Teachers Association’s December 5 luncheon
Chromatics, Batavia High School’s vocal, jazz and pop a cappella ensemble, performs at Aurora Area Retired Teachers Association’s December 5 luncheon at Lincoln Inn Banquets in Batavia.
Signing Santa at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Aurora
A family poses for a photo with sign-language Santa Keith Strnad of Oswego Tuesday, Dec. 5.
Will County Fraternal Order of Police help kids during holidays
Will County FOP shop with a Sheriff help 50 area children enjoy the holidays.
Hollywood Casino Aurora breaks ground on $360-Million development
PENN Entertainment broke ground Wednesday, Nov. 29, on a land-based $360 million casino and hotel development adjacent to Chicago Premium Outlets off Interstate 88. Mayor of Aurora, Richard Irvin, along with City officials and business leaders gathered to celebrate the new entertainment district which will include state-of-the-art gaming along with
Oswego celebrates the Holiday with Santa
Two kids check Santa’s list with smiles.
Santa helps light up Montgomery
The Montgomery tree lighting December 3 includes Santa and Mrs. Clause.