North Aurora librarians join in outdoor concert at the library, July 21
Messenger North Aurora Public Library Director Shannon Halikias, left, and Dawn Staczak, Aurora, join an outdoor concert by The Heels duo at the library Thursday, July 21.
Glories of Summer evident in downtown Aurora
Open air concerts, movies under the stars, outdoor dining. Ah, the glories of Summer. In downtown Aurora, we’re lucky to enjoy river views and blooming rain gardens, too. This Summer, Aurora Downtown’s outdoor movie series returned with two movie selections at two locations in June, July, and August. The series
Fresh First Program provides healthy food for kids
Aurora children are building healthy eating habits this Summer, in part because of a new program which provides free fruits and vegetables, available at the Farmers Markets.
Aurora Township trustee, Dolores Hicks, honored with street dedication
Aurora Township trustee, Dolores Hicks, fourth from left, reflects the honor July 18 by the City of Aurora government with an honorary street dedication.
Luigi’s Pizza and Fun Center, July 26-27
Bill Poss of Aurora shows items he will present at an auction at his Luigi’s Pizza and Fun Center, 732 Prairie Street in Aurora, July 26-27.
Top job In project: United Methodist Church of Geneva’s Appalachia Service Project
Adam Drexler, from top down, Georgia Harrelson, and Ryan Kelly, perform roof repairs during United Methodist Church of Geneva’s Appalachia Service Project in the Charleston, W. Va. area.
Wesley United Methodist Church to screen Finding Nemo
Wesley United Methodist Church, 14 N. May Street in Aurora, has rescheduled a free screening of “Finding Nemo” to 7:30 p.m. Friday, July 29, outdoors on the church grounds. The public is invited. Admission and parking are free. A July 15 screening was rained out. Free refreshments will include hot
United Methodist Church of Geneva makes blankets for students
Batavia resident Barbara Pribble and Keith Dawson, Elgin (background), cut fleece material for blankets Sunday, July 10, at United Methodist Church of Geneva (UMCG) after the Sunday service.
Aurora Area Retired Teachers Association donation to Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry
Aurora Area Retired Teachers Association (AARTA) presents a $1,358 donation to Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry in Aurora July 8.
Aurora July 4 patriotic procession
In a link between the past and today, the 1911 Stutz fire engine continues its journey, Monday, July 4 in Aurora’s Patriotic Procession on Eola Road in front of the Eola Community Center.
Yorkville Independence Day parade
Cub Scout Pack 350 in Yorkville marches in the morning Yorkville Independence Day parade.
Fox Valley Habitat for Humanity Green Freedom Project
Bill Donnell, right, Aurora Fourth Ward alderman, photographs workers pumping concrete into an insulating concrete form wall (ICF) of a Fox Valley Habitat for Humanity home in Aurora Thursday, June 30.
Thanks from Cosmo Club of Aurora
By Russ George Here is a note of thanks from the Cosmopolitan Club of Aurora on its second annual “A Night on at the Barn” fundraiser Friday, June 24 at Blackberry Farm in Aurora: The fundraiser was a success. • Thanks to those who sold and/or became a sponsor of
‘Finding Nemo’ in Aurora July 15
“Finding Nemo,” an award-winning computer-animated adventure film, will be screened outdoors at 7:30 p.m. Friday, July 15, at Wesley United Methodist Church, 14 N. May Street in Aurora. The public is invited. Admission and parking are free. Attendees should bring lawn chairs or blankets. Refreshments will be available. “Finding Nemo”
First Christian Church in Aurora host to 5th annual car show
First Christian Church, 635 N. Randall Road in Aurora, will be host to its fifth annual car show from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, July 9. The public is invited. Admission and parking are free. Entry fee is $10. Registration will take place at the show. All makes and
Our Savior Lutheran Church in Aurora, New England Congregational Church, worship service
Reverend Julie Grafe, left, pastor at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Aurora and Rev. Brandon Perrine, pastor, New England Congregational Church (NECC), Aurora, co-lead an outdoor worship service at NECC Sunday, July 3.
Candlelight vigil at Kane County Courthouse in Geneva July 6
Kane County Democrats announced, “In light of the mass shooting in Highland Park, we are once again called to join in solidarity. Join us at the Kane County Courthouse, 100 S 3rd Street, in Downtown Geneva from 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday, July 6, for a candlelight vigil with
Aurora sprays mosquitos for Summer season
Aurora has begun mosquito spraying for the Summer season.
Aurora Sunrise Rotary Club passes the Charter
The Aurora Sunrise Rotary Club passes the Charter! On the evening of June 29 at the Cheshire Club House in Prestbury, Joe Kosner, left, out-going president of the Rotary Club, passes the Club’s Charter to Ryan Ivemeyer, right, in-coming president, for the year 2022-2023.