A memorial ceremony will be held next week in Aurora to honor the late United States Army Specialist Miguel Villalon. The ceremony, which will be presented by the city government of Aurora, in collaboration with East Aurora School District 131, will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 29 at
East Aurora High School Class of 1960 members are invited to a 60-year reunion at 6 p.m. Saturday, June 6 at Luigi’s Pizza, 732 Prairie Street in Aurora. George M. Hauser of Aurora, event coordinator, said “We will hold an informal pizza night to celebrate our 60th reunion. An assortment
A networking event that unites dynamic women will welcome men for the first time on the first Wednesday in February. Boss Babes, a weekly mixer held at Wyckwood House, in Aurora, will invite men to join them for one day only, February 5. The special Boss Babes: Boys in the
The Aurora Area Retired Teachers Association will have an early Valentine luncheon and meeting at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 4. The luncheon will be at Gaslite Manor, 2485 Church Road in Aurora. We will be entertained by Rick Pickren, a nationally-known actor and singer, who will keep us in a
Aurora • Saturday, Jan. 25 • 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. Terry Fator Ventriloquist, impressionist, comedian, and singer, Terry Fator, has been wowing audiences at The Mirage in Las Vegas, Nev., but he’s coming back to Aurora for the fourth time for another day of puppet impersonations guaranteed to give
How climate change affects the local ecosystems, urban green space, and even bird migration, will be the focus of the 2020 DuPage Environmental Summit from 7:30 a.m. to noon Thursday, Jan. 30 at the NIU Naperville Meeting and Conference Center. The free seminar is open to community leaders, conservation groups,
The Aurora Public Library (APL) is excited to present a comic and anime convention in the Summer to celebrate comic books, graphic novels, anime, and the world of pop culture fandom. From now through February, we will accept creative name suggestions which can be sent to kdanis@auroraubliclibrary.org. The winner will
The Fox Valley Park District’s Winter Stage production of Tarzan will be performed at the Prisco Community Center, 150 W. Illinois Avenue, in Aurora. Show times will be 7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 31; 7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 1; and 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 2. Tickets are $10 in advance, or
Brian Failing, Aurora Regional Fire Museum executive director, explores the nonprofit’s past, present, and future.
First Fridays in Aurora gets ready to celebrate its eighth year and it’s exhilarating to see how much downtown Aurora has grown. I recently sat down at the Stolp Island Social bar with management team Fred Gore and Tara Ramos to chat about their upcoming involvement with the popular monthly
The main topic will be “is climate change impacting DuPage County?” and there will be many exhibits from 7:30 a.m. to noon Thursday, Jan. 30 at the Naperville Campus of Northern Illinois University, 1120 E Diehl Road, Naperville. Exhibits and check-in will open at 7:30 a.m. with a light breakfast
The DuPage County NAACP Environmental Committee will be host to four talks about environmental and social justice from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 25 at 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton. Information tables will be available between talks. 11 a.m.: “Why Climate Change Matters to You”; noon: “The Fight to
Those who would like to step back in time to see what life was like in Montgomery 100 or more years ago can view the Then and Now display at the Montgomery Village Hall. Attendees can have the experience of how the passage of time has changed the landscape in
City of Aurora officials have been in regular contact with Ms Villalon, the mother of PFC Miguel A. Villalon, since his tragic death last weekend in Afghanistan. She extends her heartfelt gratitude for the outpouring of love and support from the Aurora community and from across the country. She appreciates
Endiro Coffee, 29 W. New York Street, Aurora, will be the site of a brief presentation ceremony to honor its induction to the Illinois Office of Tourism “Illinois Made” Program at 2 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 23. Endiro was recognized for its commitment to sustainable business practices and high-quality coffee roasting.
The Indian Valley Community Band has started rehearsals for the new year and meets Monday evenings from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Sandwich Middle School Band Room, 600 S. Wells Street. Individuals who have played for years, high school students who desire more playing time, or those who
Aurora • January 17-19 Aurora Cup Table Tennis Competition Some of the most intense and skilled table tennis players from around the world will play at the competition at the Vaughan Athletic Center, 2121 W. Indian Trail. For more information visit fvttc.org. • Friday, Jan. 17 • 6:30 p.m. Harry
Naperville councilman, Kevin Coyne, has formed Safe DuPage, an organization that will raise public awareness to a host of issues relating to crime and public safety. Safe DuPage will raise concerns, educate the public, and be an advocate for legislation aimed at the following policy issues: • Recreational marijuana stores
Individuals new to the Fox Valley area or those seeking new social connections are invited to attend the Fox Valley Newcomers and Neighbors luncheon Wednesday, Feb. 19 at McNally’s Pub, 109 W. Main Street, St. Charles. Deadline for reservations is Tuesday, Feb. 11. FVNN offers a monthly Girls Night Out
There will be a Seed Swap at the West Branch of the Aurora Public Library (APL) from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Jan. 25. A Seed Swap is just like a potluck, but with seeds; great for both avid and aspiring gardeners. Free seeds will be available, including vegetable, flower,
