Aurora’s Paramount Theatre, the Nation’s largest musical theater subscription house, has announced the cast and creative team for its 12th Broadway Series opener, 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
A trailblazing history-maker, in 1991, she was the first Black person elected to the Aurora City Council, and last week, she became the first sitting City Council member to die while in office. In between were 32 years of making more history, making significant moves, and making the lives of
Aurora will celebrate the Nation’s 247th birthday with a grand parade through downtown Aurora with more than 40 exciting units led by WGN television weather anchor and Aurora native, Paul Konrad! 8:45 a.m.: Grand marshal meet and greet with Paul Konrad at the Aurora Public Art building, 20 E. Downer
Aurora Area Retired Teachers Association (AARTA) will be host to Strike Out Hunger, a bus trip to the Chicago White Sox game July 30. The charter-bus outing will benefit Aurora Area Interfaith Food Pantry in Aurora. Dick Schindel, AARTA president, said the public is invited. A tailgate party is included.
Nearly all cultures have a history of oral storytelling, but fewer and fewer participate in the practice this ancient craft. It’s not as easy as it seems, to keep a group entertained with only your voice! To honor this time old tradition, the Aurora Public Library District (APLD) will be
The Naperville Jaycees will celebrate the strength of Naperville’s workforce in the Labor Day Parade at 10 a.m. Monday, Sept. 4. Called the largest in the State, the Naperville Jaycees Labor Day Parade has been a favorite for generations of Naperville area residents. Attended annually by tens of thousands, this
International soccer star, Angel Reyna, starts his multi-day visit to Aurora last week with a 90-minute community talk Thursday, June 21 to more than 500 youth and parents, followed by an autograph signing session for another hour.
Yorkville High School instrumental music instructor, Victor Anderson, right, directs a Fox Valley Brass ensemble during a mini-concert at Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora Sunday, June 24.
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 made its debut this month and will feature specialty cocktails, music, and entertainment, with a different main event or theme every week. Besides Summer Nights Thursdays, Cantigny is
Becky Dunnigan, left, of Montgomery, receives a vision-screening from technician Dave Johnson at Blackberry Farm in Aurora.
Danielle Tranchita of Aurora, from left, Brooke Feltes, Batavia; and Kaylee Mastiolas, Aurora, rehearse “Hampire: Prince of Darkness” at Aurora Central Catholic High School June 30-July 1.
Looking for something different for your children before school begins and something for the Summer? Try Vacation Bible School at the Plano Methodist Church. The theme is “Twists & Turns” where kids discover that God is always with them. Dates are July 10-July 13, 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. for
Aurora residents deliver documents for free shredding at an annual event Saturday, June 24 at West Aurora Schools learning center parking lot.
Kane County is continuing a monthly First Saturday pop-up from 9 a.m. until noon Saturday, July 1 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;
The Juneteenth flag-raising ceremony in Aurora Monday, June 19 included Miss Black Aurora, Charitee Cocroft, left, and Mr. Black Aurora, Peter Eta.
Tall Jason Kollum, on stilts, in the Oswego PrairieFest parade Sunday June 18, shares greetings with children on the sun-filled day.
Youth receive experiences and training in boats Saturday, June 17 in an event, Aurora Kidz N Boats, on Mastodon Lake in Phillips Park in Aurora.
“It’s simple: If you’re driving, don’t drink, use marijuana or other drugs,” said Naperville Police Sgt. Derek Zook. “Our officers will be working around the clock to keep impaired drivers off the roads and enforce all other traffic laws. We’re doing it to save lives.” Naperville Police join the Illinois
Everyone can join Aurora Regional Chamber of Commerce at the Business After Hours from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday, June 27, at Bardwell Residences, 301 Weston Avenue, Aurora. Members and business professionals will have drinks and appetizers at Bardwell Residences and an evening of impactful community connections As a
For many years the Aurora Public Library District (APLD) has been trying to convince the general public that we are more than just books. We are a place to learn, to connect with others, and to explore new ideas. But let’s be honest, we still do have a lot of
