St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Aurora celebrated annual Quilt Weekend Saturday and Sunday. More than 100 quilts handmade by congregants, girls’ dresses and more than 50 baby-care kits assembled by members were blessed at Saturday and Sunday worship services. Reverend Will Fisher, interim senior pastor, officiated assisted by Rev. Paul
Blackberry Farm and its fall majesty will be on full display throughout October, when the Fox Valley Park District’s 55-year-old living history museum will play host to Pumpkin Weekends on Saturdays and Sundays, October 5-27, along with Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples’ Day Monday, Oct. 14. Located at 100 S. Barnes Road
By Russ George The Diabetes Club of Fox Valley was founded October 1, 2022, by a group of individuals who wanted to bring about an awareness of diabetes, provide aid and education for diabetics, while investing in research to find a cure. The founders wanted a true grassroots organization, one
Trunk or Treat will take place at the Plano Methodist Church parking lot, 219 N. Hale Street in Plano, Sunday, Oct, 13, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.. Children will be going from car trunk to car trunk collecting goodies from friendly ghosts, good witches, and pumpkins at each Halloween
The Chicago Woodturners and the Windy City Woodturners invite everyone to join them Saturday, Oct. 12, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Boardwalk Shops of Batavia, at the intersection of Wilson St. and IL Rt. 25 in beautiful downtown Batavia. Volunteer members of both woodturning clubs will sell
Mutual Ground’s Colors of Hope Gala will take place from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday, Oct. 18 at Hotel Arista, 2139 City Gate Lane, Naperville. It will be an unforgettable evening which will help support the life-changing services Mutual Ground provides to those affected by domestic violence, sexual violence,
State representative Jed Davis (R-Yorkville) and State senator Sue Rezin (R-Morris) will be host to a pet adoption event Saturday, Oct. 5 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Davis’ district office, 1925 S. Bridge Street in Yorkville. “I am thrilled to host an upcoming pet adoption event, alongside Senator
The Leagues of Women Voters of the Aurora Area, Elgin Area, and Central Kane County will be co-hosts to hybrid candidate forums Monday, Sept. 30 and Tuesday, Oct. 1 at Batavia City Hall, 100 N. Island Avenue, Batavia. These non-partisan forums will provide area residents a chance to hear from
The Aurora Historical Society’s newest exhibit is now open. “Buttons, Banners, and Ballots: Political Memorabilia of the Past,” includes political buttons, signs, images, commemorative memorabilia, and more, from the 1860s to the 2000s. Items from both local and national elections are included. The exhibit, which will run through Saturday, Nov.
The Aurora Public Library District (APLD) and the Aurora African American Health Coalition are gearing up to host a community baby shower from noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 5 at the Santori Library. This event is designed to provide expecting Black families with essential resources, information, and support as
The Plano American Legion Auxiliary will meet Monday, Oct. 7, at 5:30 p.m., at the Plano Legion, 510 E. Dearborn Street. Midwest Championship Pro wrestling will be at the Plano American Legion Friday, Sept. 27, at 7 p.m.. Tickets at the door or check the code on the Plano American
Celebrity and pro wrestler, Hulk Hogan, signs cases of his Real American beer at Woodman’s Market in North Aurora Friday, Sept. 20.
An Active Senior Expo drew hundreds to Courtyard Banquets in Warrenville, Wednesday, Sept. 18. The annual free event was sponsored by Lombard-based Silver Silver Star Expositions. Held from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., the Expo showcased hundreds of products and services for seniors offered by 35 exhibitors. Additionally, seminars on
The East High Football Old Timers Association 79th Annual Dinner will be held at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 17 at Lincoln Inn Banquets, 1345 S. Batavia Avenue (Route 31) Batavia. Dinner will be served at 7 p.m. and will cost $35 per person. The Old Timers Committee will induct the
It will be an evening of great music when the Village of Montgomery presents a free concert in Montgomery Park, 301 N. River Street Thursday, Oct. 3, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.. Guests are encouraged to bring their chairs and blankets to sit back and relax as Beatles Tribute
The Montgomery Historic Preservation Commission’s Annual Cemetery Walk will be at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 2, at the Riverside Cemetery, 414 N. River Street. Guests will be led through the cemetery on a tour back in time to meet the fascinating ghosts of early Montgomery settlers and other cemetery residents.
Lace up your running shoes and mark your calendars for Saturday, Oct. 5 for Montgomery’s annual River Run. Whether you’re a seasoned racer or just looking for a fun day out with the family, this year’s event offers something for everyone. With the classic 5K and 10K races and an
The City of Aurora will be host to a Free Fall Electronics Recycling Drive-Thru from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Sept. 21 at the Route 59 Metra Train Station, 1090 N. Route 59. All items are free to recycle, including televisions, but registration is required at www.aurora-il.org/electronics2024. Due to the
The Hops for Hope 5K & BrewFest will take place Saturday, Oct. 5 Mount Saint Mary Park, St. Charles. The 5K is a twist on the traditional 5K! Awarded Top 100 Races in America by BibRave, the 5K is timed and the course is certified. The 5K will start at
The sixth annual Walking for Hope 5K will take place Saturday, Oct. 5, from 7 a.m. to noon at Wilder Park, 350 N. River Street, Aurora. Founded in honor of Kathryn J. Thompson, Kathryn J. Thompson Charities Inc.’s primary focus is to love and support all individuals, particularly those affected
