Aurora aldermen Wards 8 9 and 10 annual Shred Event and mask giveaway for residents
Aurora aldermen’s Wards 8, 9, 10, shredding campaign Saturday at Fire Station #8 includes volunteers, left, and aldermen Judd Lofchie and Edward Bugg.
Listening session in Aurora Saturday
Saturday, Sept. 26, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., Latino author and civic leader, Dr. Robert Renteria, will be host to a listening session at the former Aurora Public Library, 1 E. Benton Street, Aurora. Residents are encouraged to share their stories of how mentors have helped change their lives,
View of other cultures at Aurora Public Library District
It’s always good to learn about other cultures, and especially at an early age. Libraries can provide critical resources such as programs with various perspectives, or materials to provide mirrors and windows into the lives of others. Thanks to a generous donation from Al-Kisa Foundation, a nonprofit which aims to
Yorkville Public Library will return to regular hours October 5
The Yorkville Public Library Youth Service Department will have many events which 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. • Starting October 5, Yorkville Public Library will return to regular operating hours. The
From the Barrio to the Board Room listening tour
From the Barrio to the Board Room book author, Robert Renteria, discusses the importance of his book at Java Plus on Waterford in Montgomery Saturday.
Gathering of the Grassroots in Aurora’s McCarty Park
Activists Sadiiq Rasheed, left, and Brandy Gilliam of Aurora, express urgency for grassroots organizations to work together at the Gathering of the Grassroots event Saturday in Aurora’s McCarty Park.
Fisher House for veterans
Jim Butler of Aurora, right, reports to Navy League Aurora Council members Tuesday, Sept. 15 how Fisher House provided housing for his son, Thomas, a Marine and Army veteran, during a hospitalization.
Senior Brett Niederer in leading role for “Vigil for Lost Lives”
A desire to “do something” at the start of the Summer will culminate in a milestone event for social justice thanks to the driving force provided by Augustana senior volleyball player Brett Niederer. Niederer’s leadership and interest in making a difference will come to fruition Thursday, Sept. 24 with the
Kane County chairperson and State’s attorney for Kane County ZOOM meeting
Two-hundred leaders and representatives from the Fox River Valley Initiative will meet virtually with the four candidates for Kane County State’s Attorney and County Chairperson from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 20. It will be a strictly non-partisan meeting and not a public forum. The main purpose of
Shanower Memorial ceremony in Naperville meaningful
Observances are plentiful in life, some more meaningful, and some more rituals. Ceremonies for the September 11, 2001 tragedies always are among the meaningful. It is a natural, of course, because many live through it vicariously with written accounts and images everywhere. It has been nearly 20 years and events
Geneva Tour off, Walk still on
The community and visitors look forward to Geneva festivals each year. Knowing that our first thought, during these uncertain times, is the health and safety of those who may attend a festival, the Geneva Chamber of Commerce and Geneva of Commerce Board has made the difficult decision to cancel the
Aurora Public Library District programs offer insight into Suffragist Movement
Throughout history, the women of the world have united and have made enormous strides in their efforts to overcome oppressive practices and antiquated values and belief systems. From the Suffragist Movement 100 years ago to the more recent “Me Too” movement, women have played a pivotal role in the advancement
Aurora’s First Fridays, sustainable food
Activity at the Goldfinch Cafe table is part of Aurora’s First Fridays sponsored by Aurora Downtown.
Sandwich Freedom Days parade Saturday, September 5, Labor Day weekend
American Legion Post 181 in Sandwich participates in the Sandwich Freedom Days parade Saturday, Sept. 5, Labor Day weekend.
Yorkville Library Youth: International Dot Day, craft kits
The Yorkville Public Library Youth Service Department will have many upcoming events. 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. • Crafts To Go!, every Monday this month. Stop at the Library
Fox Valley Veterans Breakfast October 1
The Fox Valley Veterans Breakfast Club next will meet at 7 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 1 at 1 East Benton Street, the former Aurora Public Library building in Aurora. The group will gather downstairs where there is plenty of spacing available between individuals. Breakfast will be served in prepared boxes. Donations
Aurora Navy League meeting September 15
The Aurora Navy League Council 247 will hold its first in-person monthly dinner meeting since February, Tuesday, Sept. 15 in the basement of the former Aurora Library, 1 East Benton Street, Aurora. The room is large and social distancing will be practiced for seating. A choice of box dinners and
Grace Gathering & Gala September 26
The Grace Holistic Center for Education (GHCE) will hold its fourth annual Grace Gather & Gala, A Day of Grace. Saturday, Sept. 26 in Yorkville. The School is at 201 Garden Street, Yorkville. The only fundraiser each year is held for the private school which is pen to students from
Wine-ing down with Teachers
The Aurora Public Library District (APLD) will be host to a virtual Wine-Down event at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 9 on Zoom for its librarians to sit down, relax, and speak with Aurora teachers and educators. During this time, librarians from APLD hope to share information, resources and tools with
Alley Art Festival in Aurora
Two artists create chalk drawings on the sidewalk on the Water Street Mall outside of the Aurora City Hall building Saturday at the 10th annual Alley Art Festival.