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Don Catchpole reflects on South Africa tour at KCAHCE

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Digging diamonds. Encountering golf-course crocodiles. Spotting Caterpillar construction equipment overseas. Those were among reflections on a South Africa tour by Don Catchpole of North Aurora March 19, in St. Charles. With words and original photos, the guest speaker at the Kane County Association for Home and Community Education (KCAHCE) meeting...

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USPS protest rally against possible takeover

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A protest rally was held at the United States Post Office Fox Valley Processing and Distribution Center, on the far east side of Aurora, March 20, against reports that the Donald Trump administration is preparing a takeover of the USPS.

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The Eye of God, A Fisherman’s Talebook-signing April 5 in Aurora

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Aurora author Marilyn Huntman Giese will sign copies of The Eye of God, A Fisherman’s Tale from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 5 at Yellow Bird Books, 34 S. Stolp Avenue, Aurora. The book is about the fascinating epic rise of Christianity through the eyes of Simon Peter, told...

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Lecture on Montgomery’s Early History

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Gray’s Mill, 211 N River Street in Montgomery, will be host to a lecture on “The Early History of Montgomery and the Story of Daniel Gray” at 2 p.m. Sunday, April 6. The speaker will be Montgomery resident Debbie Buchanan. Debbie currently serves as Village Clerk and is active on...

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Easter bunny at Lions’ breakfast April 5

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Aurora Lions club will celebrate Easter with its annual pancake breakfast fundraiser Saturday, April 5, from 8 a.m. to noon at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, 27 E. Edgelawn Drive in Aurora. The public is invited to meet the Easter bunny. Parking is free. The menu includes all-you-can-eat pancakes, sausage, mini...

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Women of Color Pop-Up Museum June 6-7

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The Vibe: Celebration of Women of Color Pop-Up Museum will be an immersive, one-of-a-kind experience honoring the creativity, resilience, and impact of women of color starting at noon Friday, June 6 through at 8 p.m. Saturday, June 7 at 1209 Remington Boulevard, Romeoville. Step into dazzling museum-like exhibits, engage in...

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Shop for a Cause: Honoring Delia Nila Basile

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Get ready for a night of style, community, and giving back at the upcoming Shop for a Cause fundraising event, benefiting the Aurora Public Library Foundation Thursday, April 24, from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Wyckwood House, 80 S. River Street, Aurora. This special event will honor our beloved...

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April youth events at Yorkville Public Library, plentiful

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The Yorkville Public Library Youth Service Department will have many events in April. All events will take place at the Library, 902 Game Farm Road, unless otherwise noted. For more information, or to register, call 630-553-4354 or visit www.yorkville.lib.il.us. •Escape Room AdventureThis Escape Adventure will be available in the month...

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One Book, One Batavia series at Batavia Public Library

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This year’s One Book, One Batavia community-wide reading program will bring home harrowing tales of international intrigue, resilience and empowerment during the dangerous days of World War II. One Book, One Batavia, which launches Friday, March 28, is presented annually by the Batavia Public Library and co-sponsored by the Friends...

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Theater: ‘Alias Grace’ at Aurora University March 27-29

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Aurora University’s Celebrating Arts and Ideas series will present “Alias Grace” by Margaret Atwood at 7:30 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, March 27-29. Performances will be at Perry Theatre in the Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley Center for Cultural Enrichment, 349 S. Gladstone Avenue, Aurora. Admission and parking are...

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Cubs game bus trip July 30, AARTA fundraiser

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Aurora Area Retired Teachers Association (AARTA) will host a benefit bus trip to the Chicago Cubs vs. Milwaukee Brewers baseball game July 30 in Milwaukee. The outing will raise funds for Aurora Lions Club free vision exams and eyeglasses for local youth said Dick Schindel, outing coordinator and Lions past...

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Aurora Lions new members

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Aurora Lions Club welcomed two new members and a furry, four-footed guest during its March 20 evening meeting at Paulie’s Pub in Aurora. Inducted by the Club were Steve Lord of Geneva and Amy Zabel of Aurora. Zabel, WAS sponsored by club president Randy Brown, is a retired teacher and...

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Postal Service rallies in Fox Valley area

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The Postal Service is facing one of the most serious threats in its history. Reports indicate that the Donald Trump administration is preparing an illegal and hostile takeover of the USPS, threatening the stability of jobs, the workplace, and the public service it provides. A protest rally is planned Thursday,...

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Loaves & Fishes Chef Showdown fundraiser

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Loaves & Fishes Community Services Chef Showdown will be held from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday, April 17, at the Linnea Eleanor Rutkowski Food Distribution Hub, 580 Exchange Court, Aurora. The popular event will raise funds for essential services for struggling families in DuPage, Kane, Kendall, and Will Counties....

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Yorkville Congregational United Church of Christ seeks donations, spring rummage sale

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Yorkville Congregational United Church of Christ, 409 Center Parkway in Yorkville, will hold its spring rummage and bake sale Friday, April 11 and Saturday, April 12. Donations of clean, usable items in good condition will be accepted at the church Sunday, April 6 from noon to 5 p.m., Monday, April...

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Fox Valley Brass Band concert March 30

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Fox Valley Brass Band will join with Illinois Brass Band in a concert at 3 p.m. Sunday, March 30, at Wesley United Methodist Church, 14 N. May Street in Aurora. The public is invited. Parking is free. Victor Anderson will direct the Fox Valley band. Scheduled numbers are “Proclamation,” by...

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Ham Bowling at Plano American Legion

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The Plano American Legion, 510 E Dearborn Street, Plano, will be host to ham bowling Sunday, April 6. Register will be 12:30 p.m. to 1 p.m. and ham bowling beginning at 1 p.m.. There is a $5 donation to enter and have a chance to win a ham with snacks,...

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Eating pie for Pi(e) Day; at Wesley United Methodist

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“Let them eat pie,” a modern twist on a French Revolution quote, was the theme after a 10:30 a.m. worship service, at Wesley United Methodist Church, Sunday, March 16. Congregants celebrated Pi Day by sampling 12 varieties of pie during a pie potluck. Lead pastor Reverend Tammy Scott said congregants...

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Free concert, Avalon String Quartet April 4

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The Chicago-based, world-renowned Avalon String Quartet will present a free community concert Friday, April 4 at 7 p.m. at Aurora Christian School, 2255 Sullivan Road, Aurora, as well as a performance for Aurora Christian students earlier that day. For free tickets visit FoxValleyArtsHallofFame.org. These events are sponsored by the Fox...

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