Taste of Norway Hostfest, an annual fall festival showcasing Norwegian food, music and crafts, will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 2, at St. Olaf Lutheran Church, 1233 Douglas Ave. in Montgomery. The public is invited. Admission and parking are free. At noon, lunch will be
Every fall, the Aurora Public Library District transforms into a vibrant space of joyful remembrance and cultural connection. Through colorful displays and family-friendly programs, we invite the community to honor Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead) with us! This vibrant tradition honors the memory of loved ones who have
The Yorkville Public Library Youth Service Department will have many events in November. 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. •Escape Room AdventureThis month’s family fun Escape Adventure is ready! Use
Waubonsee Community College men’s and women’s basketball teams and coaches joined guests at the annual Aurora Lions Club ‘Great Pumpkin’ pancake breakfast fundraiser Saturday, Oct. 25.
After hearing iconic civil rights leader reverend Martin Luther King, Jr. speak, Aurora College student John A. Boryk became a warrior for integration. Boryk, a retired United Methodist minister, preached Sunday at Church of the Good Shepherd United Methodist in Oswego. His topic: “Listening to God’s Call: How Meeting MLK
Lift up your spirit and help uplift neighbors in need across our community during the DuPagePads Wake Up Your Spirit Breakfast! The 23rd annual inspirational breakfast will be held Wednesday, Nov. 5, from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. at Abbington Distinctive Banquets. This motivational morning benefits over 300 guests currently
Sun, Oct. 26th 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Free coats and socks for the entire family – while supplies last. Free hair cuts, braids, locs & eyebrow waxing for youth – Scum Lounge Barbershop926 N. Lake Street, Aurora, IllFirst 50 kids get a free taco. ————————————————— Sunday, Nov. 30th150 W.
National Take Back Day, responsibly disposing of medicine, will take place Saturday, Oct. 25 at many government and police station throughout the Nation. Proper disposal of unwanted medications prevents misuse, protects the environment, and saves lives. Find a drop-off site at www.dea.gov/takebackday —DEA.gov
Yorkville Congregational United Church of Christ, 409 Center Parkway in Yorkville, will hold its annual fall rummage and bake sales this weekend. Friday hours are 9 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.; Saturday hours are 9 a.m. to noon. Donations of clean, usable items in good condition will be accepted at the
The Woman’s Club of Aurora will host Harvesting Hope Bunco Fundraiser Tuesday, Oct. 28, 11:30 a.m. at Prisco Center, 150 W. Illinois, Aurora to benefit the club’s philanthropies and scholarships. Canned goods will be collected for Two Rivers Head Start Food Pantry. Prior to lunch at noon, there will be
The Venue, 21 S. Broadway in downtown Aurora, will present a free movie screening of “The Birds” in time for Halloween Saturday, Oct. 25. Alfred Hitchcock’s “The Birds” is among the greatest and most well-known horror movies of all time. Starring Tippi Hedren, the classic Technicolor film is based on
A diverse group of 36 socially conscious and activist women will be inducted into the, Aurora IL Metropolitan Chapter of The National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc.. This historic event, to be held at the Sheraton Lisle Hotel, 3000 Warrenville Rd., Lisle, Saturday, Nov. 8 from 11:30 a.m. to
Halloween party, Trunk or Treat An annual Halloween party and Trunk or Treat celebration will be held by New England Congregational Church, 406 W. Galena Blvd. in Aurora, Sunday, Oct. 26 from 11:30 a.m. to noon, in the church parking lot. Youth of all ages are invited to attend the
Do you have an unconventional hobby? Something that fascinates you but makes others scratch their heads? For Will Quam, that passion comes in a size 194 × 92 × 57 mm and chances are you encounter thousands of them every single day. If the title didn’t give it away, I’m
Gosh are we lucky. This past weekend, my husband, Max, and I supported eight local businesses and took in some local art. There’s often so much to do in the Fox Valley area that we have to pick and choose as it’s impossible to do everything. This weekend was not
Shoppers can find many bargains at the fall rummage and bake sale from 9 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 24 and from 9 a.m. to noon and Saturday, Oct. 25, at the Yorkville Congregational United Church of Christ, 409 Center Parkway in Yorkville. A wide selection of household goods,
Aurora Lions club will hold its annual “Great Pumpkin” Halloween pancake breakfast from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 25, at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, 27 S. Edgelawn Drive, Aurora. The public is invited to attend in Halloween costumes. Parking is free. The menu includes all-you-can-eat pancakes with sausage, mini
Are you passionate about nature and want to make a positive impact on your community? Discover the Kane County Certified Naturalist (KCCN) program at a free information session Thursday, Nov. 6, from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Hickory Knolls Discovery Center, 3795 Campton Hills Rd., in St. Charles. KCCN
Attendees at the Lumenaura Fest in Aurora look into an amazing illuminated display October 10.
Batavia’s BatFest, the annual Halloween-themed family celebration in downtown Batavia Saturday, Oct. 25, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.. This year’s event will feature a community costume parade, downtown trick-or-treating, live entertainment, and dozens of festive activities including: •Reptile Show at Congregational Church of Batavia•Glow-in-the-Dark Dance Party at Zen Loft Collective•Incredible
