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Trio will provide free frozen meals

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The Kane Senior Council, along with State representative Stephanie Kifowit (D-Oswego), representative Barbara Hernandez, and representative Keith Wheeler, are partners for the third consecutive year to provide frozen meals for seniors who reside in Kane County. “No one should have to worry about having enough to eat. It is so...

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Naperville Park District garden plot registration almost ready

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Naperville Park District will begin open registration for garden plots for the 2022 season at the Ron Ory Community Garden Plots beginning at noon Tuesday, March 22 for Naperville residents and at noon Thursday, March 24 for nonresidents. Each year garden plot rentals are made available to the public after...

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Read to Feed in Yorkville

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Patrons of the Yorkville Public Library responded enthusiastically to the Winter reading challenge, Read to Feed, by surpassing the original goal of reading 50,000 minutes in a two-month period by reading 87,496 minutes instead. It was a huge success for our Library and our community. Friends of the Library will...

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Loaves & Fishes “Battle of the Champions” puts the fun in fundraiser

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By Jason Crane Big smiles, sizzling food, and funds raised, were the main ingredients of the Chef Showdown, “Battle of the Champions” on the evening of Wednesday, March 9, at Loaves & Fishes new Food Distribution Hub at 580 Exchange Court, Aurora. The event was held in partnership with My...

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Batavia Restaurant Madness March 20-24

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The Batavia Chamber of Commerce, Batavia MainStreet and the city of Batavia government will be hosts to Batavia’s 11th annual Restaurant Madness promotion, Sunday through Thursday, March 20-24. “We are encouraging everyone to visit the variety of great restaurants located within Batavia,” said Margaret Perreault, president and CEO of the...

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Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry served, expanded, in 2021

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Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry volunteers and staff members recently recapped the many accomplishments of 2021. In spite of the historic challenges of the year, the pantry continued to provide meals for the community, and to grow and expand in their services. Pantry leaders expressed gratitude that because of the collective...

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Recipe of the Week: Italian Sausage Soup

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Ingredients1 pound Italian sausage1 clove garlic, minced2 (14 ounce) cans beef broth1 (14.5 ounce) can Italian-style stewed tomatoes1 cup sliced carrots1 (14.5 ounce) can great Northern beans, undrained2 small zucchini, cubed2 cups spinach – packed, rinsed and torn1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper1/4 teaspoon salt Directions1. In a stockpot or Dutch...

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Free meals for seniors, veterans

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State representative Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, while continuing to work for the wellbeing of seniors in her community, is holding an event to distribute five free meals for seniors and veterans of all ages. It will be held at St. Athanasios Greek Orthodox Church, 1855 5th Avenue in Aurora. Hernandez is...

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Marmion Fish Fry Fundraiser March 25

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Marmion Academy’s Fishing Team will have its annual Lenten Fish Fry Fundraiser from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Friday, March 25. The drive-through only pick up will be at 1000 Butterfield Road in Aurora. Each meal is $15 and includes 3 pieces of Sgt. Dotson’s Famous Fried Catfish, french fries,...

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Breakfast returns to New England Congregational Church in Aurora

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By Al Benson New England Congregational Church in Aurora resumed as the event site an annual fundraiser for its historic Boy Scout Troop Sunday, March 6. After Covid-19 canceled its 2021 pancake breakfast, Troop 3 at New England returned its popular moneymaker from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Sunday in...

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Kiwanis Pancake Day in Aurora drive-thru

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The Aurora and Fox Valley area community are invited to Aurora Central Catholic High School, 1255 N. Edgelawn Dr. (corner Edgelawn & Indian Trail), Aurora, 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 19, for the “Annual Kiwanis Pancake Day (drive-thru only)” The Kiwanis Club of Aurora in its 106th year celebration...

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Recipe of the Week: Shrimp Lemon Pepper Linguini

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Ingredients1 (8 ounce) package linguine pasta1 1/2 tablespoon olive oil8 cloves garlic, minced3/4 cup chicken broth1/2 cup white wine1 lemon, juiced1/2 teaspoon lemon zestsalt to taste1 1/2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper1 pound fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined1/2 cup butter3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil Directions1. Bring...

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Naperville Ribfest June 17-20

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The Exchange Club of Naperville is excited to announce its 2022 Ribfest will be held June 17-20 at the DuPage Event Center and Fairgrounds in Wheaton. The venue will allow patrons plenty of space to enjoy the carnival by Fantasy Amusements Co., award winning ribs, Wintrust Community Banks family fun...

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Recipe of the Week: Artichoke & Spinach Dip

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Ingredients4 cloves of garlic1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped1 (10 ounce) container Alfredo-style pasta sauce1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/2 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened Directions1. Preheat oven to 350 F. 2. Place garlic...

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Art and Market Aurora returns

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Art and Market Aurora is back at Society 57 for six dates this Winter and Spring. The Aurora Downtown group’s indoor market features several hometown vendors at the event space and coffeehouse at 100 S. River Street. The market will feature will both food and artisan vendors on the second...

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Recipe of the Week: Apple Crisp

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Ingredients10 cups of granny smith apples, peeled, cored, and sliced (about 6 or 7 apples)1 cup white sugar1 cup and 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 cup water1 cup quick-cooking oats1 cup packed brown sugar1/4 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon baking soda1/2 cup butter, melted Directions1. Preheat oven to 350...

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Kane 4-H fundraiser a pork chop dinner

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The Kane County 4-H Foundation will be host to its 13th annual pork chop dinner and auction fundraiser from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, April 9 at the Prairie Events Center of the Kane County Fairgrounds in St. Charles. “This is our biggest fundraiser of the year, and it...

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Yorkville Public Library reading: Challenge

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Yorkville Public Library is challenging the community to read a total of 50,000 minutes through February 28. This program is for readers of all ages. If the goal is met, a $100 donation from the Friends of the Library will be given to the Kendall County Food Pantry. In addition,...

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