Ceremonial start for McLaughlin and Legion Post
Ceremonial start offers good wishes to Roosevelt-Aurora Legion Post 84 leaders Mike Eckburg and Stephanie Kifowit at the One East Benton building third floor in Aurora.
Aurora Kiwanis Pancake Day March 14
The annual event will be from 7 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 14 at Aurora Central Catholic High School, 1255 N. Edgelawn Drive northeast of Edgelawn and Indian Trail. Kiwanis is an advocate for supporting youth and children. Tickets are $8 in advance from members and $10 at the door.
Simply Destinee Dancing with Stars April 2
The third annual Simply Destinee’s Dancing With Our Stars event at Gaslight Manor Banquets will be at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, April 2 at Gaslight Manor Banquets, 2485 Church Road, Aurora. Dinner will be from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. and the show will start at 7 p.m.. The contestants will
If Not Now, Then When? A conversation about race and reality in 2020
Aurora alderman Scheketa Hart-Burns, center, presents If Not Now, Then When? It was conversation about race and reality in 2020, Monday, Feb. 24 at Aurora City Hall.
Aurora blessed by the late Misters: Orlando Rivera, Dan Dolan, Sr.
Here is the weekly message by Richard C. Irvin, mayor of Aurora. As I was preparing to attend the visitation ceremony for Mr. Orlando Rivera Thursday, Feb. 20, I received the news of the passing of Mr. Dan Dolan, Sr.. Aurora was blessed to have received impacts by both men.
Bingo in Books for Plano Community Library helps raise money; other events
The Plano Community Library, 15 W. North Street, will be host to many events. For more information and to register, visit planolibrary.info or call 630-552-2009. • Bingo in the Books, Saturday, April 18, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.. Participants can have fun while they help raise money for the Library!
Coffee and Conversation in Oswego with president Troy Parlier March 6
The Village of Oswego invites senior residents to Coffee and Conversation with Village president Troy Parlier to learn more about the state of Oswego. Coffee and Conversation will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, March 6, at Oswego Village Hall, 100 Parkers Mill. Doors will open for light snacks and
Photo shoot celebrates Women’s History Month
Woman Up! is the theme for First Fridays, Friday, March 6 in downtown Aurora. The Aurora Downtown event will celebrate Women’s History Month, along with the 100th anniversary of the woman’s suffrage movement. As part of the upcoming celebration of women, Aurora Downtown invited women to be part of a
Glenn Krause educates at Rotary Club of Aurora meeting February 24
Glenn Krause, founder of Beyond the School Survey, gives a presentation Monday to the Rotary Club of Aurora. Krause developed a parenting effectiveness survey for parents of teenagers.
Kiwanis Club of Aurora breakfast March 14 in Aurora
The Aurora and Fox Valley community are invited to Aurora Central Catholic High School, 1255 N. Edgelawn Drive, corner Edgelawn Drive and Indian Trail, Aurora, 7 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 14, for the 70th Kiwanis Pancake Day. The Kiwanis Club of Aurora, in its 104th year, presents this annual
Cosmopolitan Club of Aurora to raise awareness March 7
By Russ George The members of the Cosmopolitan Club of Aurora “The Club That Fights Diabetes” will be at the Fox Valley Ice Arena, Geneva, for a Chicago Steel game of ice hockey at 7:05 p.m., Saturday, March 7 against the Dubuque Fighting Saints. The Steel minor league team is
Community Foundation awards support grants of $162,000
The Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley (CFFRV) recently awarded grants totaling $162,000 to support 17 social service agencies, all doing critically-important work in the Fox River Valley: • Administer Justice. For new desks, workstations, and computers so their staff is better equipped to serve the legal and spiritual
Polar Plunge in Yorkville March 1
The Polar Plunge, presented by Law Enforcement Torch Run and GEICO, is a unique opportunity to support Special Olympics athletes by taking a flying leap into the frigid waters from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, March 1 at Loon Lake, 13608 Fox Road in Yorkville. Participants must raise $100
We can get along after presidential election best U.S. view
By John W. Whitehead Listen: We don’t have to agree about everything. We don’t even have to agree about most things. We don’t have to love each other. We don’t even have to like each other. And we certainly don’t need to think alike or dress alike or worship alike
Aurora reflects on anniversary of Henry Pratt tragedy
Aurora Police Chief Kristen Ziman reflects in the Tuesday, Feb. 11 city of Aurora media briefing to reflect on the February 15 Anniversary of the Henry Pratt tragedy.
Aurora Historical Society commemorates shooting at Henry Pratt Company one year later
The Aurora Historical Society (AHS) is commemorating the anniversary of the shooting at the Henry Pratt Company in 2019 with an exhibit, “February 15: One Year Later” Saturday at the Pierce Art and History Center, 20 E. Downer Place, Aurora. Featured in the exhibit are the five crosses created by
Water Street Studios’ change in leadership imminent
Water Street Studios, an award-winning nonprofit art center in Batavia, recently announced the future departure of executive director Danielle Hollis with an anticipated transition date in June. Danielle and Board president Jessica Breugelmans will be working hand-in-hand with the Board of Directors and staff members during this period to ensure
Pet Pantry at Aurora Interfaith Food Pantry
When our neighbors fall on hard times, they often must make the difficult decision to give up their pets. Aurora Interfaith Food Pantry is set to launch a Pet Pantry where pet owners can obtain dog and cat food for their beloved pets Wednesday, Feb. 12. The Pet Pantry will
The sign led to a whole new world of understanding
When you meet someone it is easy to pass that person you assume has nothing in common with you. But when you take the time to communicate, you can meet individuals who teach you something new and enrich your life. Frank Bazos’ voice sometimes can be difficult to understand. Sometimes
Aurora Public Library’s Sophie Kenny helps select child’s best picture book
The Caldecott Award, a prestigious award honoring the best picture book for children, is given every year by the American Library Association (ALA). A committee made up of 15 individuals within the library field spend all year looking through submissions to select the best of the best. This year, Aurora