Aurora Noon Lions Club members at Aurora Farmers Market
Aurora Noon Lions Club members Jay Short, left, and Bill Becker greet visitors to the Lions’ booth at downtown Aurora Farmers Market Saturday, Aug. 5.
Uke Fest in Aurora Saturday, Aug. 19
The sixth annual Aurora Uke Fest will be Saturday, Aug. 19 in downtown Aurora, 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.. Ukulele workshops will begin at 11 a.m. overlooking the Fox River at Millennium Plaza on Stolp Avenue. There will be an open mike at 11 a.m. and a strumalong session at
‘It’s Our Fox River Day’ Sept. 16
The Forest Preserve District of Kane County and Friends of the Fox River are excited to announce a special event called, “It’s Our Fox River Day,” Saturday, Sept. 16, from 9 a.m. to noon at Glenwood Park Forest Preserve in Batavia. “It’s Our Fox River Day” is a unique opportunity
Batavia Depot Museum celebrates back-to-school
Back-to-school season is almost upon us, and the Batavia Depot Museum celebrates this timely tradition with two new temporary exhibits paying homage to schools. “What’s in a Name?: Batavia Schools” showcases the legacies of notable Batavia educators and “Batavia Hair: Picture Day Edition” is a history of hairstyles dating back
Veterans Andrew Balafas presents Considerations, Benefits, and Services for Veterans Facing Severe Illness or End-of-Life
Elgin resident Andrew Balafas, left, receives an appreciation certificate from Rick Todas, president, Aurora Navy League Council 247, Tuesday, July 18.
Blood drive Saturday, Aug. 5
Faith Lutheran Church, 3000 Liberty Street in Aurora, will hold a blood drive from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 5. In partnership with Versiti Blood Center, the event will take place in the church auditorium. The public is invited. Admission and parking are free. Walk-ins are welcome, appointments
Tee Off to Defeat Diabetes Golf Sept. 1
The Diabetes Club of the Fox Valley will be host to Tee Off to Defeat Diabetes Golf Outing, Friday, Sept. 1, at Fox Bend Golf Course – Route 34, Oswego. Registration starts at 11 a.m. with a shotgun start at 1 p.m.. Social and cash bar will start at 6
National Night Out Montgomery sites listed
In conjunction with the fire departments that service Montgomery residents, the Village of Montgomery Police Department will visit seven locations throughout the community Tuesday, Aug. 1, between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m.. Residents are welcome to join the officers to view police cars and fire trucks, participate in activities, and
Preschoolers receive free vision screening each month
According to the American Public Health Association, approximately 10% of preschoolers have eye or vision problems. When children can’t see clearly, they may have difficulty reading, writing, and paying attention in class. Unfortunately, many young children have vision problems that go undetected. To help the children of Aurora, the Aurora
Four-family reunion August 13 in Oswego
The related Lantz, Eichelberger, Patterson, and Stoner, families of Kendall, Kane, Will, and DuPage Counties will hold their 95th annual reunion Sunday, Aug. 13, at Hudson Crossing Park, on Harrison Street at the east end of the Oswego U.S. Route 34 bridge in Oswego. The Lantz and Stoner families began
Each Thursday in August, Cantigny Summer family nights
Cantigny Park’s 65th Summer is buzzing with adult-oriented fun nights every Thursday from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.. The “Summer Nights” series debuted in June and features specialty cocktails, music, and entertainment with a different main event or theme every week. Besides Summer Nights Thursdays, Cantigny is staging special Family
Two free movie nights at Mundy Park by Aurora Downtown
Aurora Downtown will be host to two free movie nights this Summer at Mundy Park July 27 and August 24. Movie Nights at Mundy Park will have on the screen, Men In Black at dusk, July 27. Almost Famous will be on the screen August 24. The brew and view
Legion Post 84 Band will conclude season Sunday
By Al Benson Roosevelt-Aurora American Legion Post 84 band will conclude its season with a concert at 3 p.m. Sunday, July 30 at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 85 S. Constitution Drive in Aurora. Admission and parking are free. Donations will be accepted. The band pays tribute to America’s military by
Kane County Monthly Recycling Event
Kane County is continuing a monthly First Saturday pop-up from 9 a.m. until noon Saturday, Aug. 5 at the Ace Hardware at 994 N. Lake Street in Aurora. Accepted items electronics, monitors and TVs $25 fee for screens under 21 inches and $35 fee for screens 21 inches or larger;
Christmas in July Fundraiser
O’Malley’s Pub & Eatery, 701 Hill Avenue, Aurora, will be host to Christmas in July Fundraiser from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, July 29. Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry Advocacy Board needs funds for those who need food stability. Tickets are $20, which includes appetizers and one raffle ticket. Tickets
Fox Valley Orchestra Goes to the Movies
Fox Valley Orchestra conductor, Stephen Squires, introduces a selection, Sunday, July 23 at ‘FVO Goes to the Movies.’
Puerto Rican Community in Aurora starts Heritage Week with energetic, and moving, Flag Raising Ceremony
The music was booming. The dancing was electrifying. The cheers were resounding. The pride was palpable. The flag is flying high. It was indeed a party with a purpose in Aurora as Puerto Rican community members, and supporters gathered downtown for the annual Puerto Rican Flag Raising Ceremony. The ceremony
Aurora Studio 54 on Stolp
Two-year old Majesty, wearing bell-bottom pants, shows her dance moves as one of many winners of the 70s outfit contest in downtown Aurora Thursday, July 13 at the monthly Studio 54 celebration.
Yorkville River Fest 2023
Cardboard river raft, center, on the Fox River in Yorkville last weekend is part of the participation in the Yorkville River Fest.
Aurora American Legion Band concert July 30
The all-volunteer Aurora American Legion Band will conclude its 2023 season with a concert at St. Paul Lutheran Church on Aurora’s West Side. The concert will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday, July 30, at 85 South Constitution Drive in Aurora. The concert is free to attend, however, donations to