Annual Aurora Uke Fest, Wild Blue Ukulele Orchestra, Casey MacGill
Wild Blue Ukulele Orchestra plays Sunday on the Mundy Stage downtown in the annual Aurora Uke Fest.
Climate activists seek results with climate bill
Climate activists and union members who live in Illinois’ 19th State Senate District will deliver a letter to senator Michael Hastings at 3 p.m. Friday, Aug. 27 urging him to pass a strong climate bill without the $700 million nuclear bailout. Hastings is the chairman the Energy and Public Utilities
Aurora Public Library District roundtable discussion: Build better client rapport
Calling all business professionals, entrepreneurs, and career-minded individuals! Are you looking to build stronger client relationships, or make progress in your career journey? The Aurora Public Library District (APLD) invites you to participate in the roundtable discussion, Givers, Takers, & Reciprocators – Building Mutually Valuable Business Relationships that Last, Monday,
Four-day Vet Fest runs through Sunday, Aug. 29
Shawn Barker will start Vet Fest Thursday, Aug. 26 with his “Man In Black” Johnny Cash Tribute Show along with special guests Hillbilly Rockstarz at the Oswego Entertainment Venue, 1010 Station Drive, Oswego Vet Fest will be a four-day concert series and will feature eight bands which will benefit veterans,
Traffic delays likely during PrairieFest
The Oswego Police Department is reminding the public to expect increased traffic congestion and delays in Oswego beginning Friday, Sept. 3, through Monday, Sept. 6, due to PrairieFest activities. Motorists should expect delays in particular while traveling on the following: • Illinois Route 71 between US Route 34 and Forrest
Naperville Kids’ Night Out returns
Naperville Park District is bringing back Kids’ Night Out, a monthly, themed evening at Fort Hill Activity Center’s childcare center and indoor playground for kids ages four to 12, with dinner and fun, instructor-led activities. Parents can drop off their kids and then enjoy free time on a Friday evening.
Oswego dream realized: Venue 1012 opens
In just two short years, and with a lot of collaboration from community partners, a dream has become reality along Oswego’s Orchard Road corridor. The new Venue 1012, 1012 Station Drive, is officially open, as of last week, and will provide a home for entertainment and the performing arts in
September: Suicide prevention
The Kane County Health Department (KCHD) recognizes September as National Suicide Prevention Month. All month, mental health advocates, prevention organizers, survivors, allies, youth, and community members unite to promote suicide prevention awareness. “Youth suicide rates are on the rise, especially amongst LGBTQIA youth,” said Anna Czerniak, children’s mental health program
New murals’ installation during Alley Art Fest
Everyone can celebrate public art in downtown Aurora, when 25 of 30 new murals by Aurora Public Art will be installed on or completed by August 28 during Aurora Downtown’s annual Alley Art Fest, Saturday, Aug. 28. Alley Art Festival, from noon to 5 p.m., will be host to live
Forty-four years ago: Yellow poster, Aurora Art Fair
In 1977, Aurora Art League, Fox Valley Park District, and Downtown Business Council, held the 11th annual Downtown Aurora Art Fair at Water Street Mall. It was a weekend affair in May according to the dates on the yellow poster, hand- drawn by Robert Clark. Bubble lettering reminiscent of the
Gray’s Mill Estate in Montgomery, ribbon-cutting
Gray’s Mill Estate in Montgomery the building on the Fox River from the 1850s, officially opens with a ribbon-cutting Wednesday, Aug. 18.
Surf rock band, Los Straitjackets, at The Venue
The Venue, the 200-seat music performance space in downtown Aurora, continues to wow fans with its Music In Mundy Outdoor Concert Series. Agnes Mundy Park, adjacent to The Venue, is an outdoor space perfect for presenting shows and adhering to current COVID safety guidelines. In the event of severe weather,
Naperville Jaycees plan Last Fling for September 3-6
Families are invited to visit the Family Area sponsored by Belgio’s Catering at the Riverwalk Amphitheater off of Jackson Avenue in Downtown Naperville as part of the admission-free 2021 Naperville Jaycees Last Fling. The 2021 Last Fling will take place throughout Labor Day Weekend, from Friday, Sept. 3 to Monday,
Representative Barbara Hernandez Coffee and Conversation at Jake’s Bagels August 28
As part of her continued efforts to be accessible to residents, State representative Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, will be host to “Coffee and Conversation” meeting at 9 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 28 at Jake’s Bagels, 220 N. Broadway in Aurora. She is inviting community members to discuss key issues and to share
Southeast Kane County TRIAD picnic for seniors at Phillips Park in Aurora
TRIAD is a program philosophy that focuses on reducing criminal victimization of older persons and enhancing the delivery of law enforcement services to these individuals. TRIAD truly believes that senior citizens should be able to feel safe in their own communities. The philosophy sees law enforcement, older volunteers, and social
Alley Art Festival last Saturday this month in Aurora
Alley Art Festival will return to its home on the last Saturday of August in downtown Aurora. The popular, grassroots art festival will be back on Water Street Mall from noon to 5 p.m. and expand to the nearby riverwalk, Millennium Plaza on Stolp Avenue, and Gallery 1904 at 1
Chili Appreciation Society International’s (CASI) Batavia Chili Cook-Off August 7
Chili Appreciation Society International’s (CASI) Batavia Chili Cook-Off Saturday, Aug. 7 was at the Batavia Riverwalk.
Aurora Public Library District offers citizenship classes, test preparations
As part of our initiative to welcome new Americans, the Aurora Public Library District (APLD) is offering several citizenship and English language-learning programs. Some are already ongoing, and others will begin in just a few weeks! Citizenship offerings Starting Saturday, Aug. 28, APLD will be host to citizenship classes sponsored
Bash at the Big House at former Joliet Correctional Facility August 7
John Condron and The Old Gang Orchestra perform August 7 in the Bash at the Big House event at the former Joliet Correctional Facility.
Wash your car, benefit police dogs August 21 in Aurora
Citizen Police Academy Alumni Association of Aurora will hold a car-wash fundraiser from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 21, at Aurora Police Department headquarters, 1200 E. Indian Trail Dr. in Aurora. The drive-through event will benefit APD’s K-9 unit dogs and officers. Prices are $6 for cars and