It can be fun to be a tourist in your own town. With Spring Break coming up, it’s the perfect opportunity to explore Fox Valley towns and enjoy the area as a visitor might. There are so many things to do right in our own backyard. Maybe you didn’t notice
Wesley United Methodist Church, 14 N. May St. Aurora, will host a joint concert by two brass bands Sunday, March 29, at 3 p.m.. “Brass Band Collaborative,” by Fox Valley Brass Band and the award-winning Illinois Brass Band, will take place in the church sanctuary. The public is invited. Parking
Faith Lutheran Church, 3000 Liberty St. in Aurora, will host its 16th annual helicopter dropped-Easter Egg event Saturday, April 4, at 11 a.m.. Pastor Rob Douglas said, “This is our gift to our community at Easter, as well as our way of inviting people to our worship services at 8
“Curtains,” a comedy musical whodunnit, will be staged by Aurora Central Catholic High School’s drama department Performances will be at 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, March 27-28 and at 3 p.m. Sunday, March 29, at the school, 1255 N. Edgelawn Drive in Aurora. General admission is $10; reserved seats are
In an eighth-annual fundraiser, Scouting America Blackhawk Troop 11 will post a U.S. flag on Aurora-area front lawns this summer. An announcement said Troop 11, based at Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora, will post flags in Aurora, Montgomery and North Aurora on Memorial Day, Flag Day, July 4 and
The Step Into Spring: Wine Walk will be a vibrant afternoon of shopping, sipping, and socializing Saturday, March 21 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. throughout Downtown Batavia Tickets on sale at $39 per ticket at https://downtownbatavia.com/event/step-into-spring-wine-walk-2026. Ticket includes: •1 ounce wine pours at 14 downtown businesses; •Red and white
The Elgin Symphony Orchestra will continue its 76th Season Classics Series with a program of energy, elegance, and symphonic power Saturday, April 11, at 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, April 12, at 2:30 p.m., at The Hemmens Cultural Center, 45 Symphony Way, Elgin. Led by ESO music director Chad Goodman, the
Pack some snacks and check your map; it’s time for a Library Road Trip! Starting Saturday, March 28, the Aurora Public Library District and 15 area libraries will come together to share the spirit of discovery, adventure, and community. It’s a chance for anyone to support libraries, learn something new,
The Yorkville Public Library Youth Service Department will have many events in March. 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. •Artful Beginnings (preschool), Monday, March 23, 10:30 a.m. Check out this
The City of Aurora government and the Aurora Fire Department will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the grand opening of the City’s two newest fire stations Thursday, March 19, from 9 a.m. to noon, at Station 9, 500 N. Eola Road, and Station 13, 1701 Bilter Road. Both stations
By Al Benson “We’re here to stay,” Lorena Hernandez said March 10. The Aurora Police Department lieutenant led a trio of female Aurora police officers who explored “Women in Law Enforcement” at APD headquarters. Celebrating Women’s History Month, the presentation highlighted the Citizen Police Academy Alumni of Aurora March membership
The City of Aurora government is partnering with the Aurora Downtown District to host a free, action-packed weekend of St. Patrick’s Day shenanigans. “Find Your Luck In Downtown Aurora,” which will take place March 14 and 15, will feature 15 downtown businesses in an event that is expected to deliver significant Irish cheer. From festive
Children make cake postcards at the Aurora Santori Library during First Fridays, March 6.
By Russ George The Diabetes Club of Fox Valley will hold it’s March “Meet and Greet”, organized by media chairperson, Ann McBride, to expose our Club and our mission, Saturday, March 14, from 9 a.m. to noon, at Jake’s Bagels & Deli, 220 N. Broadway, in downtown Aurora. Jake’s Bagels
The Forest Preserve District of Kane County is hiring seasonal positions in multiple areas of discipline. Join our team and learn how you can make a positive impact on your local environment. Current open positions: The Forest Preserve District of Kane County is an equal opportunity employer. To read the
The Fox Valley Park District is gearing up for its busy summer season and hiring staff with a job fair Saturday, March 14, from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Prisco Community Center, 150 W. Illinois Ave., Aurora.Opportunities are available in recreation, camps, aquatics, parks and grounds, Red Oak, Blackberry
By Mike Eckburg, commander, Roosevelt-Aurora American Legion Post 84 The Roosevelt-Aurora American Legion Post 84 will host its March meeting at 8 a.m. Saturday, March 14, at 1677 Montgomery Rd., Suite 106-108, Aurora. As we move into the month of March, we begin to see signs of spring and the
The Aurora Navy League Council 247 will hold its Tuesday, March 17, dinner meeting at the private room of the Riverview Diner, IL-25 and Mill St., Montgomery. You do not need to be a member of the Navy League, or have a reservation, to attend the in-person meeting–the general public
The Aurora and Fox Valley community are invited to the all-you-can-eat Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast from 7 a.m. (new start time) to noon Saturday, March 14, Aurora Central Catholic High School, 1255 N. Edgelawn Dr. (corner Edgelawn & Indian Trail), Aurora. Kiwanis Club of Aurora Pancake chairman Nick Knudtson noted, “I’m
