Aurora 9/11 memorial ceremony 2023
Aurora firefighter Jason Matile rings a bell Monday, Sept. 11 at Aurora’s 9/11 memorial ceremony indoors at the City’s Central Fire Station to show respect for attack victims 22 years ago.
Diabetes Club of Fox Valley golf outing a success
By Russ George The Diabetes Club of Fox Valley just completed its first annual “Tee Off to Defeat Diabetes” Golf Outing Friday, Sept. 1, at Fox Bend Golf Course, in Oswego. The Golf Outing was such a success that we have booked next year’s “Tee Off to Defeat Diabetes” Golf
Free vision exams for children Sept. 16
Free vision exams for children ages six months to 16 will be offered from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 16. The clinic by Aurora Noon Lions Club will take place at Aurora Public Library West Branch, 233 Constitution Drive in Aurora. The public is invited. Admission and parking
Naperville Park District playgrounds reopen
Naperville Park District invites the community to the three remaining three reopening celebrations of the four newly-renovated playgrounds. The schedule includes: Neighbors are invited to bring their families and friends to participate in a brief ribbon-cutting ceremony, enjoy refreshments and giveaways, and explore the new play equipment. If inclement weather
Aurora Public Library District host to many rich Hispanic traditions
Hispanic Heritage Month is a time to learn about and appreciate the diverse cultures that make up our Nation. To celebrate with the people of Aurora, the Aurora Public Library District (APLD) will be host to a rich lineup of programs for folks of all ages to celebrate Hispanic traditions.
Orion Ensemble to play at New England Congregational Church in Aurora
Orion Ensemble members from left are pianist Diana Schmuck, violinist Florentina Ramniceanu, clarinetist Kathy Pirtle and cellist Judy Stone.
Aurora Noon Lions Club free vision clinic September 16 at Aurora Library
Aurora Noon Lions Club president Susan Koepke, left, examines a girl’s vision at a previous clinic. Free monthly clinics continue from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 16, at Aurora Public Library.
Aurora firefighters 9/11 plaques
From left, Aurora Fire Battalion Chief Will Torres, Aurora Fire Battalion Chief Randy Leek and Aurora Fire Division Chief Jason Demas on Monday receive special plaques for their service in New York City immediately following the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks.
City of Aurora Document Shredding Event September 16
City of Aurora, Wards 8, 9, & 10 and all DuPage County Residents are invited to a shred event from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Sept. 16 at Fire Station #8, 3770 McCoy Drive, Aurora. A maximum of five banker boxes will be allowed per vehicle. For questions, please contact
Aurora Birthdays: 1 and 100 Sept. 14
Aurora’s unique cross-generation birthday celebration returns after a multi-year hiatus. The City of Aurora government is celebrating our golden elders and some the youngest residents simultaneously at 1 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 14, at the Prisco Community Center, 150 W. Illinois Avenue, Aurora. The one and 100 birthday celebration will bring
Music at North Aurora Messenger Library Bold
Original and popular tunes were among offerings by Naperville singer, songwriter and producer Brent Brown Tuesday. Brown, 34, was featured in the Music at Messenger outdoor Summer concert series at Messenger Public Library of North Aurora. With guitar and harmonica accompaniment, a twisty take on lyrics and an upbeat attitude,
Aurora Alley Artfest, draws crowds
The annual Alley Artfest in Aurora last weekend includes visitors walking on the alley in downtown Aurora
Little Shop of Horrors in Aurora
Aurora’s Paramount Theatre, the Nation’s largest musical theater subscription house, will present the beloved, doo-wop R&B sensation Little Shop of Horrors, August 30-October 15. Opening night will be Friday, Sept. 8 at 8 p.m.. For tickets and information, visit paramountaurora.com, or call (630) 896-6666. Little Shop of Horrors is written
Plano Sunday School to start Sept. 17
The Plano Methodist Church, 219 N. Hale Street in Plano, will provide Sunday School for children from preschool through 8th grade beginning Sunday, Sept. 17, at 9 a.m.. Sunday School program will offer lessons from the New Testament with a “Twist and Turn” curriculum. For more information, please contact Linda
7th annual CUPS in collection drive
The office of Illinois State representative Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, will continue to be a partner as a collection site for the seventh annual CUPS (Commitment to Uplift with Purpose and Service) Bra Drive. Building upon the success of previous years, donations for this significant cause will be accepted at her
Naperville Jaycees Last Fling through Sept. 4
Beginning Wednesday, Aug. 30, the Jaycees’ Last Fling in Naperville requires the closing of parking lots and streets at and near the Alfred Rubin Riverwalk Community Center and Park District Administration building in Naperville. The parking lots for the Alfred Rubin Riverwalk Community Center, 305 W. Jackson Avenue, and the
75th Anniversary for Community Foundation October 7
This year marks the 75th Anniversary of the Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley. Back in 1948, a small group of philanthropists had the vision to start the Aurora Foundation, later becoming the Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley. It’s proof that a small group of people can
VNA Health Care host to panel
A dozen local to national experts shared views on lowering health care costs at VNA Health Care Monday. VNA was host to the session at its Aurora headquarters. Linnea Windel, VNA executive director, moderated the gathering designed to highlight how the Inflation Reduction Act is lowering health care costs. National
Boy Scouts cleanup at Hesed House homeless shelter
Boy Scouts pitched in at Hesed House homeless shelter in Aurora Saturday, Aug. 26. From 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., 13 Scouts and eight adults wielded hand saws and power tools to clear overgrown brush and plants near Hesed’s women’s shelter. The project was designed to improve safety at the
Yorktoberfest Sept. 29, 30, in Yorkville
The Kiwanis Club of Yorkville will hold its Sixth annual Yorktoberfest Friday, Sept. 29 from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m., and Saturday, Sept. 30 from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. at Riverfront Park East in Downtown Yorkville. Yorktoberfest is the largest non-profit event to come to the Fox River. The