By Russ George The Diabetes Club of Fox Valley will host its first “Craft & Vendor Fair”, Saturday, Sept. 12, at Rosary College Prep’s Gymnasium (formerly Rosary High School), 901 N. Edgelawn Drive, in Aurora, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.. “Craft & Vendor Fair”, chairperson, Sue Hubrick, and her
The City of Aurora, in partnership with RiverEdge Park and the City of Aurora’s Hispanic Heritage Advisory Board, announced the 13th annual Fiestas Patrias Festival, Saturday and Sunday, September 12 and 13 at the newly expanded RiverEdge Park, 360 N. Broadway, in downtown Aurora. Bring friends, blankets, bag chairs, and
The 4th Annual City of Lights Film Festival will be September 18-19 at The Venue, 21 S. Broadway, in downtown Aurora. The event will start at 6:30 p.m. Friday for the opening feature, the sibling comedy-drama Adult Children. This sibling comedy-drama follows Morgan, a sheltered 17-year-old who reconnects with her
Yarn crafters of all skill levels are welcome to Forest Preserve District of Kane County’s monthly Yarn Art programs, from beginners to experienced makers. Register for one or more programs. Upcoming programs include: •Saturday, Sept. 19; 4-5:30 p.m., Creek Bend Nature Center; 37W700 Dean St., St. Charles •Saturday, Oct. 17
Covenant Living at the Holmstad, 700 W Fabyan Parkway, Batavia, will host its 48th Annual Bazaar Saturday, Sept. 19 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.. Free admission and free cash drawing. Open to the public, the Bazaar will feature a wide variety of items including wood and needle crafts, designer
Wesley United Methodist Church, 14 N. May St. in Aurora, is collecting donations for a community pop-up shower event.Reverend Tammy Scott, Wesley lead pastor, said donations needed are all sizes of men’s and women’s underwear and T-shirts. Donations will be accepted to Sept. 16, at the church, 14 N. May
On the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, the City of Naperville government will be a partner with Naperville Responds for Veterans for the annual remembrance event that honors the victims and heroes of the attacks. The remembrance will begin at 5 p.m. Friday, Sept. 11, at
Several Kane County communities will host public events to honor the victims and heroes of that day. Aurora9/11 Memorial Ceremony, 7:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 11. Front parking lot of the Aurora Police Department, 1200 E. Indian Trail. Elgin25th Anniversary Patriot Day Remembrance Ceremony, 9 a.m. Friday, Sept. 11, West steps
At the Aurora Public Library District, an average of 120 people become new cardholders each week. Behind each new registration is someone discovering a favorite author, researching a project, applying for a job, or learning a new skill. This month, APLD and libraries across the country are celebrating Library Card
The Yorkville Public Library Youth Service Department will have many events in September. 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. •LEGO Kits, September 14-19Come by the library during open hours this
The Oswego Police Public Safety Cadet Corps Unit #1833 will host its 9th Annual Car and Truck Show Saturday, Sept. 12, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. in downtown Oswego on Main Street. The event is open to all makes, models, and years of vehicles. Pre-registration is $15 and available
The Forest Preserve District of Kane County’s “Little Saplings” series invites children ages three to five and their caregivers to discover the wonders of the natural world this fall. Each month, children can explore a new seasonal theme through stories, nature hikes, songs, games and crafts. A parent or caregiver
By Al Benson A Holocaust hero came alive at Church of the Good Shepherd United Methodist in Oswego September 6. Celebrating United Women in Faith Sunday, the church women’s group sponsored a dramatic, first-person monologue at 8:30 a.m. and 10 a.m. worship services. Performance artist and public speaker Gaye Haas
The Kane County Student Photography Contest saw record engagement last year, with more than 2,700 photo submissions from 17 high schools representing all nine Kane County public school districts, along with Marmion Academy and Rosary College Prep. The 2026 Kane County Student Photography Contest opens Monday, Sept. 14 and runs
The City of Aurora government, in partnership with Simply Destinee, will host a candlelight vigil Thursday, Sept. 10 at 7 p.m. at Millennium Plaza, 21 S. Stolp Avenue, Aurora, to commemorate National Suicide Awareness Day. The event, which will take place at Millennium Plaza in downtown Aurora, is set to
The Rotary Club of Batavia has officially launched its 38th Annual Charity Raffle, continuing a longtime community tradition that gives participants the opportunity to win significant cash prizes while supporting organizations and programs serving the Tri-cities area and beyond. Raffle tickets are $100 each, with only 1,200 tickets available. Proceeds
Aurora’s Wesley United Methodist Church will join northern Illinois congregations supporting immigrants Sunday, Sept. 13. Wesley pastor Reverend Tammy Scott said the church will participate in “Faithful Action: Love Your Neighbor,” a series of area immigrant advocacy demonstrations sponsored by the UMC Northern Illinois Conference Commission on Religion and Race.
Nordic-themed arts, crafts, food, entertainment and activities for all ages will be offered at the 46th annual Scandinavian Day Festival Sunday, Sept. 13. The event will be from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at Vasa Park, 35W217 Rt. 31 in S. Elgin. Admission is $15 for adults, free for 12
Lace up your hiking boots and sharpen your focus; the “Great Orb Hunt 2026” will run September 10-30 at three exciting locations this fall. In partnership with Fine Line Creative Arts Center, the Forest Preserve District is co-hosting the Great Orb Hunt for its fourth consecutive year. Immerse yourself in
A large crowd gathers to peruse the many artist booths the 16th, and final, Alley Art Fest, August 29, on Water Street Mall and Downer Place in Aurora.
