Juneteenth ceremony in Aurora
The Juneteenth flag-raising ceremony in Aurora Monday, June 19 included Miss Black Aurora, Charitee Cocroft, left, and Mr. Black Aurora, Peter Eta.
Aurora Kidz N Boats
Youth receive experiences and training in boats Saturday, June 17 in an event, Aurora Kidz N Boats, on Mastodon Lake in Phillips Park in Aurora.
Aurora Noon Lions helps Club Diabetes Club of Fox Valley
By Russ George The Diabetes Club of Fox Valley member Ernie Jones, Board member Pat Jones, Club secretary, and Russ George, president, were guests of the Aurora Noon Lions Club, Thursday, June 15. Russ George spoke about the newly-formed Diabetes Club of Fox Valley, a 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization, a true
Reader’s Commentary: Note to Lakewood Springs Club members from director
By Danny Fuentes Lakewood Springs Club members, I thank you for your vote to put me on the Board to represent you two weeks ago for the next two years. I’ve been trying in touch to get in touch with the RealManage manager that’s supposed to handle all our business
Aurora Noon Lions Club donates to Diabetes Club of Fox Valley and East Aurora’s NJROTC program
Aurora Noon Lions Club recently awarded grants totaling $1,500 to two worthy community groups. At the Club’s June 15 meeting, Noon Lions president Susan Koepke presented ceremonial checks to Diabetes Club of Fox Valley and East Aurora High School’s Naval Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps unit. Koepke said, “The Aurora
Students sing at Redeemer Community Church in Aurora
Students sing in a closing ceremony Friday for “Twists and Turns,” vacation bible school at Redeemer Community Church in Aurora.
Summer activities plentiful in Aurora downtown
Summer is here. Officially. It’s time to get serious about getting out in the community and enjoying Summer events. Sunday, June 25, Aurora Public Art will be host to Asphalt Mural Fest from noon to 6 p.m. at Downer Place and Stolp Avenue in downtown Aurora. It’s a free event
Naperville Fireworks Show July 4
In celebration of Independence Day, the Naperville Community Fireworks Show will take place at 9:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 4 at Frontier Sports Complex, 3380 Cedar Glade Drive. The 2023 Fireworks Show co-hosts are Naperville Park District and the City of Naperville government and presented by Woody Buick GMC. There is
Aurora mayor remembers alderwoman Scheketa Hart-Burns at Juneteenth Flag-Raising Ceremony
Mayor of Aurora, Richard Irvin, shared his thoughts after hearing the news of the death of Aurora alderwoman Scheketa Hart-Burns, at Aurora’s Juneteenth Flag-Raising Ceremony, Monday, June 19.“Scheketa was a mother, a sister. We called her the dean of the alderman.“Most importantly, she was a friend of so many.“She will
Youngest Black mayor in America to visit Aurora on Juneteenth
More than a century and a half ago, the last enslaved Black people received the news that they were indeed free. Now, 158 years later, the youngest Black mayor in American history will join the first Black mayor of Aurora, Illinois, to honor the Juneteenth holiday. Mayor Jaylen Smith, 19,
Free groceries for 1,000 families Friday, June 16, at Juneteenth Food Giveaway in Aurora
1,000 families will be provided food tomorrow at the 3rd Annual Juneteenth Food Distribution Drive-Thru at Phillips Park in Aurora. In honor of Juneteenth and Father’s Day Weekend, more than 150 members of Black fraternities and sororities are gathering tomorrow morning in Aurora to distribute food to those in need.
Aurora unveils new Juneteenth Squad Car in advance of the holiday
Aurora launched its Juneteenth series of celebrations by unveiling a unique, culturally custom-designed Juneteenth squad car. A large crowd, including Black police officers from Aurora and neighboring agencies, gathered today at the Aurora Police Department for the unprecedented occasion. “This is more than symbolic. It is a statement of fact
Aurora Pride Prominent in 2023 parade
Michelle Curiel, center, worship director at Aurora’s Wesley United Methodist Church, carries a banner in the Aurora Pride parade.
Hundreds turn out to celebrate iconic artist Andy Warhol in Aurora
It was a party with a purpose in Aurora Thursday night. The purpose was to celebrate iconic artist Andy Warhol while attracting residents and visitors to the downtown business district. Hundreds danced the night away at Aurora’s kick-off to its Color Me Warhol Summer Experience with a special Studio 54
Elgin Pride Parade 2023
The Elgin Pride Parade Saturday, June 3 is one of many festivals on display this month.
Fun First Fridays in downtown Aurora
Smiles are abundant as participants enjoy the nice weather at First Fridays in downtown Aurora
Children’s Day will be June 11
It is a week before Father’s Day. Children’s Day 2023 is set for Sunday June 11. It is a day that America is missing. John Ross, advocate for Children’s Day , #KidsNeedChildrensDay, on the second Sunday in June, notes “The tragic event in Tennessee in March shows that our country
Aurora Noon Lion’s pizza picnic for hearing-impaired K-12 students
Aurora Noon Lion Carrie Snyder, right, offers pizza at a June 1 picnic at Aurora’s Phillips Park for hearing-impaired K-12 students, families and educators from East Aurora and West Aurora public school districts.
Bittersweet greets John Bell on his Aurora departure
By Al Benson Reverend John Bell felt bittersweet last weekend. Departing as pastor at Aurora’s Wesley United Methodist Church, the Aurora resident was honored for 10 years of ministry at gatherings last weekend. Bell, 53, a Downers Grove native, earlier announced plans to accompany his wife, Alison, to Louisville, Ky.,
Aurora Memorial Day Parade 2023
Randy Brown of the Aurora Noon Lions Club in the parade Monday, May 29 at the Aurora Memorial Day parade interacts with youngsters who receive treats.