Food fans fill festival : Aurora Summer Food Truck Festival
Crowds fill Benton Street, from River Street to Broadway, at Aurora’s inaugural Summer Food Truck Festival July 18.
Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry Garden Harvest Dinner
Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry, a cornerstone of hunger relief in Aurora since 1957, is pleased to announce its annual Garden Harvest Dinner Saturday, Aug. 9, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the organization, 834 N. Highland Avenue, Aurora. This elegant, farm-to-table evening will begin with a cocktail hour and garden
Diabetes Club participating in First Fridays annual “Stolp Block Party”, Aug. 1; Diabetes Club of Fox Valley members provide awareness
By Russ George The Diabetes Club of Fox Valley members will participate in Aurora’s First Fridays annual “Stolp Block Party”, Friday, Aug. 1. Stolp Avenue will be closed for the block party between Downer Place and Galena Boulevard, in downtown Aurora. Stop by our tent, pick up information on prediabetes,
Foster to hold town hall at Aurora University July 29
Congressman Bill Foster will have a town hall Tuesday, July 29, at 6:30 p.m. at Aurora University’s Crimi Auditorium, 1347 Prairie Street, Aurora. Doors will open at 5:45 p.m.. This event is open to any constituents in Illinois’ 11th Congressional District. Registration isn’t required, but registered guests get priority. Register
Library renovations: Goodbye Eola, hello Eola Express!
If you haven’t been to Aurora Public Library District’s Eola Road Branch in a while, there’s a lot going on! So much has happened since we first shared our renovation plans with the community summer of 2024. Thanks to all the work that’s been done, we are happy to announce
Aurora mayor Laesch Community Listening Town Hall
City of Aurora mayor, John Laesch, is set to kick off a City-wide listening tour, inviting residents to offer valuable feedback on the future of the City. The Community Listening & Action Town Hall Tour will take place on four consecutive Saturdays, to begin July 26. Each week, the workshops
Junior Tour de Naperville cycling set for August 9
Kids ages three to 12 can celebrate the Tour de France in Naperville with the Park District’s annual Junior Tour de Naperville Saturday, Aug. 9. Children will have the opportunity to ride bikes, tricycles, or big wheels along the 1.2-mile loop trail at Wolf’s Crossing Community Park, 3252 Wolf’s Crossing
Oswego Police honored at Respect for Law Banquet
The Oswego Police Department was proud to participate in the 40th Annual Respect for Law Banquet, held July 18, hosted by the Kendall County Association of Chiefs of Police. This annual event recognizes exceptional law enforcement officers and civilian staff from agencies across the county for their service, bravery, and
Antique Tool Show at Garfield Farm August 3
Members of the Early American Industries Association (EAIA) and the Mid-West Tools Collectors Association (M-WTCA) will be holding their annual Antique Tool Show and Sale at the Garfield Farm Museum, 3N016 Garfield Road, Campton Hills from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 3. This is the only joint show
Aurora Alley Art Festival celebrates 15 years and real art
There’s something about a custom poster. They catch your attention taped to a window or door. They get us excited about what’s ahead. It’s eye-catching and anticipatory. It’s also not AI. For 15 years, Alley Art Festival has commissioned local artists to create posters for the year’s event on the
‘Pub Theology’ monthly conversations to return August 4
“Pub Theology,” monthly conversations on contemporary topics, returns to Up North Winery in Geneva this fall. Reverend Rob Hamilton, pastor at United Methodist Church of Geneva, announced the schedule. With Geneva UMC, co-hosts are Unitarian Universalist Society of Geneva, Geneva Lutheran Church and Fox Valley Presbyterian Church, Geneva. Gatherings take
State senator John Curran’s Recycling Event in Naperville
The recycling event will take place from 9 a.m. to noon, Saturday, July 26 at The Compass Church – Naperville Campus, 1551 Hobson Road, Naperville. Attendees can shred two paper bags of documents per vehicle. Accepted items: Working bikes, gently-used clothing and household items, hearing aids, glasses, sunglasses, wire, cellphones,
Marlis Hutchinson celebrates 100th birthday
With a tiara and “100 and FABULOUS” sash, Marlis Hutchinson celebrated her 100th birthday Sunday, July 13. With live music, food, and lots of friends and relatives, the party took place at her current residence, Millstone Monarch Landing in Naperville. Hutchinson is a former longtime Auroran. She was active in
Montgomery Concert in the Park July 17
The Village of Montgomery invites the public to the first Concert in the Park of 2025 at Montgomery Park, 301 N. River Street, Thursday, July 17, featuring the high-energy party band Disco Circus. This free community event promises an unforgettable summer evening of live music, great food, and family-friendly fun.
City of Aurora Summer Food Truck Festival July 18
Following the success of both the City of Aurora’s Fall Food Truck Festival and Spring Food Truck Festival, the City will host its first-ever Summer Food Truck Festival, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, July 18. More than 30 food trucks will line up on Benton Street between River
Free Food Pantry in Plano Friday, July 18
The free Plano Food Pantry, Friday, July 18 will be from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at First Lutheran Church in Plano, 200 N Center Street. All in need are welcome to pick up a box of canned goods, fresh fruit and veggies, frozen meat, bread, milk, and eggs. Please
Plano Legion Car/Truck/Bike Show
The 15th Annual Plano American Legion Car Show will be Sunday, July 20, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.. Registration is 9 am until noon, dash plaques to the first 100 entries, awards at 3 p.m.. Food available for purchase (burgers, hot dogs, chips). —Linda Oleson
Naperville Park District Latin Rhythms July 26
Naperville Park District is partnering with the DuPage Hispanic Alliance (DHA) to bring live Latin music and cultural dance to Naperville at “Latin Rhythms on the Riverwalk” Saturday, July 26 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Paddleboat Quarry Rentals patio, near the downtown area at 441 Aurora Avenue.
Unlimited news & magazines with a library card
In a perfect world, libraries would be open 24/7. But alas, our books (and staff) need their beauty sleep. Luckily, our digital collection never closes! With your Aurora Public Library District (APLD) card, you have round-the-clock access to amazing resources like PressReader—no matter the time or day. Whether you’re a
Batavia Cocktails in the Park fundrasier July 27
Cocktails in the Park, Batavia MainStreet’s largest annual fundraiser, will take place Friday, July 26, from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at scenic Appleton Park (behind City Hall, 100 N Island Avenue), Cocktails in the Park invites guests to sip, savor, and support downtown Batavia under the stars and along