Loaves & Fishes Chef Showdown
The Loaves & Fishes Chef Showdown competition in Aurora Thursday, April 18, raised funds and provides smiles for many including the representatives of Naperville's Santo Cielo restaurant and lounge.
Explaining diabetes, common warning signs
By Russ George Members of the Diabetes Club of Fox Valley work together, to bring about an awareness of diabetes, prediabetes, and the dangers of uncontrolled blood sugar (glucose). Last month, I shared with readers of The Voice, what the American Diabetes Association says about prediabetes. This week readers an...
‘How to do Business with Aurora’
The City of Aurora government’s Purchasing Division will hold ‘”How to do Business with Aurora,” a free workshop from 10 a.m. to noon Tuesday, May 7, at City Hall, 44 E. Downer Place in Aurora. Individual vendors and small to large vendors are invited. Topics will include: —Al Benson...
Spring Rummage and Bake Sale April 26 -27
Spring Rummage and Bake Sale will take place April 26 -27 at the Yorkville Congregation United Church of Christ, 409 Center Parkway in Yorkville. Sale hours are 9 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Friday, April 26 and from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 27. A wide selection of household goods,...
Free Empowering Senior Against Scams
The City of Aurora government is collaborating with the FBI to host the ‘Empowering Seniors Against Scams’ Workshop on National Senior Fraud Awareness Day at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 15.It will take place at two locations: Senior Services Associates, 2111 Plum Street and Bardwell Residences, 301 Weston Avenue, both in...
Aurora Police Department Coffee with a Cop
Aurora Police Department held its annual “Coffee with a Cop” on Wednesday evening, April 17, at Javaplus Coffee in Aurora. The public was invited. Coffee, pastries and conversation were free. “Building relationships one cup at a time” was the theme. An APD statement said, “The mission of Coffee with a...
Registration Opens April 22, 2024, Earth Day, for Free Electronics Recycling Drive-Thru for Aurora residents
Aurora residents can do their part to help save the Earth by recycling electronics for free, but registration is required. Online registration for the popular Spring Electronics Recycling Drive-Thru opens today on Earth Day, Monday, April 22, 2204 at 9 a.m. The first 2,000 Aurora residents who register will secure...
Spring rummage, bake, sale in Yorkville
Yorkville Congregational United Church of Christ, 409 Center Parkway in Yorkville, will be host to its Spring rummage and bake sale Friday, April 26 and Saturday, April 27. Donations for the sale will be accepted noon to 5 p.m. Sunday, April 21, 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday, April 22...
Aurora Public Library District teen appeal: Growth, fun
It is hard to be a teenager in today’s world. They’re juggling school, home, and friends while facing the pressures of social media, planning their futures, and figuring themselves out! Luckily, the Aurora Public Library District (APLD) can be a great support system during this exciting and overwhelming time. We...
‘Lost Oswego’ to trace community landmarks
Oswego’s Little White School Museum and the Oswegoland Heritage Association will start their observance of National Historic Preservation Month at noon Saturday, May 4, with “Lost Oswego,” a chronicle of the loss of some of the Community’s landmarks during the last century- and-a-half. The Museum is at 72 Polk Street,...
Breakfast Buffet in Plano April 21
The Sons of the American Legion of Plano Post #395 will be host to an all-you-can-eat Breakfast Buffet from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Sunday, April 21. Breakfast will be served at the American Legion Post, 510 E. Dearborn Street in Plano. The event is open to the public and...
Elmhurst Electronics & Textile/Clothing Recycling April 27
Elmhurst will be host to the event from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 27 at the Public Works Facility, 985 S Riverside Drive, Elmhurst. Acceptable electronic items include: Computers, printers, scanners, VCR and DVD players, video game consoles, cable and converter boxes, satellite receivers, keyboards, mice, holiday string lights,...
Eclipse 2024
Makanda residents and visitors from all over gather in front of the boardwalk to watch and take pictures of the solar eclipse totality April 8 in Makanda, Ill..
Train fun run; focus on pensions
News notes and thoughts: It should be fun, especially for train buffs and fans of rides. A gathering at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 13 will be at the Aurora Transportation Center, 233 N. Broadway in Aurora, sponsored by the Open Roads ABATE Chapter. The fun run into Chicago will leave...
Aurora Noon Lions to offer free vision tests for kids
Free vision exams for children ages six months to 16 will be offered from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, April 20. A clinic by Aurora Noon Lions Club will take place at Aurora Public Library West Branch, 233 Constitution Drive in Aurora. The public is invited. Admission and parking...
Reader’s Voice: College course on sewing/tailoring
April 5, 2024Dear editor; I am reaching out to propose a news release for publication in your esteemed newspaper, highlighting the introduction of Moraine Valley Community College’s Sewing/Tailoring & Pattern Making classes. We are thrilled to announce these valuable classes, to be held at the College campus, 9000 W. College...
Aurora Lions bowling fundraiser April 14
“Rolling for a Cause,” a bowling fundraiser by Aurora Lions Club, will be held Sunday, April 14, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Parkside Lanes, 34W185 Montgomery Road in Aurora. Proceeds will benefit Lions’ screenings and eyeglasses for vision-impaired children. The public is invited. Admission is $40 per person....
Earth Week in Naperville
Naperville Park District, the City of Naperville and other local organizations will be host to numerous community events, sales and volunteer projects to celebrate Earth Week Naperville. These community activities commemorating the 54th annual Earth Day, which is April 22, center around the theme, “Planet vs. Plastics.” Community members are...
Sandwich VFW to sponsor ham dinner April 13
The Sandwich VFW Post #1486 will sponsor a ham dinner from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, April 13 at the Sandwich VFW, 713 S. Main Street. Donations for the dinner are $14 for ham, mashed potatoes, vegetable, dinner roll, and dessert. The dinner is dine in or drive thru...
Tickets remain for Aurora Lions Club baseball trip
Aurora Lions Club will sponsor a bus trip to the Chicago White Sox vs. Milwaukee Brewers baseball game June 2 in Milwaukee. The public is invited. Included will be transportation, game admission, and potluck tailgate party. The outing is a “Kids Need Glasses” fundraiser by Aurora Lions Club. The event...