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Aurora Public Library board members pose during a barbecue.

Fun and fundraising at Aurora Public Library Foundation BBQ Bash

On September 6, 2018September 6, 2018 By admin

By Anthony Stanford – It’s a fact that no one actually has confirmed seeing Marty McFly, Doc Brown, or their time-traveling DeLorean at the Back to the 1980s BBQ Bash August 25 at the Santori Library of Aurora. However, Aurora Public Library (APL) customers, supporters, volunteers, and staff members who...

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Guacamole

On August 30, 2018August 30, 2018 By admin

Ingredients 3 avocados – peeled, pitted, and mashed 1 lime, juiced 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup diced onion 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro 2 roma (plum) tomatoes, diced 2 teaspoons minced garlic 1/3 teaspoon cumin 1 pinch ground cayenne pepper Directions 1. In a medium bowl, mash together the avocados,...

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Cars reflect a variety Saturday at the annual Smallville Superfest in Plano. The Crowe's Aurora Car Show was on Main Street from noon to 4:15 p.m. in the three-day event, which included music, movies, book sale, and cruise night.

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Plano Smallville SuperFest

On August 23, 2018August 23, 2018 By admin

Smallville: Cars reflect a variety Saturday at the annual Smallville Superfest in Plano. The Crowe’s Aurora Car Show was on Main Street from noon to 4:15 p.m. in the three-day event, which included music, movies, book sale, and cruise night. One girl takes a ride down the inflatable slide at...

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Sierra Club Valley of the Fox in Batavia Sept. 10

On August 23, 2018August 23, 2018 By admin

The Sierra Club Valley of the Fox will meet 7 p.m. Monday, Sept. 10 at the Batavia Public Library where we will welcome Carolyn Burnham of the Batavia Environmental Commission. She will discuss the current efforts of the BEC and other affiliated groups such as river clean-ups, Fabyan Woods Restoration...

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Commentary Food Health History

Examination of tea: Chinese medicine, trade, savoring it

On August 23, 2018August 23, 2018 By admin

“Tea comforts the spirit, lightens the body and adds sparkle to the eyes.” —Shennong In Chinese medicine during the Tang and Song dynasties, the medicinal effects of tea were recommended for curing and preventing many ills. Tea was believed to dissolve fats and assist with digestion. Because of its antioxidant...

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Blueberry Muffins

On August 23, 2018August 23, 2018 By admin

Ingredients 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 3/4 cup white sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/3 cup vegetable oil 1 egg 1/3 cup milk 1 cup fresh blueberries 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/3 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 cup butter, cubed 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon Directions 1. Preheat...

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The Holmstad annual Bazaar September 29

On August 23, 2018August 23, 2018 By admin

The Holmstad’s annual Bazaar is one of Fox Valley’s most anticipated events. Now in its 41st year, residents are putting final touches on all of the unique items they sell to the public when the community will open its doors at 9 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 29. Shoppers will have a...

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Feature Food Health

Economics, nutrition, good taste, future consumer choices

On August 16, 2018August 16, 2018 By admin

Last of three parts Rina Raphael of FastCompany visited Beyond Meat’s analytical lab in Los Angeles recently and took a tour. Beyond Meet seeks to match the taste of meat with vegetables. Americans increasingly want wellness through food and the majority are willing to pay increased prices. “Beyond Meat is...

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Peach Pound Cake

On August 16, 2018August 16, 2018 By admin

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened 2 cups white sugar 4 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 3 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 cups fresh peaches, pitted and chopped Directions 1. Preheat oven to 325 F and butter a 10 inch bundt pan and coat with...

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Kifowit senior lunch Wednesday

On August 16, 2018August 16, 2018 By admin

State representative Stephanie Kifowit, D-Oswego, will be host to ComEd at her quarterly Senior Luncheon at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Oswego Library-Montgomery Branch, 1111 Reading Drive. Kifowit’s free Senior Luncheon will feature ComEd’s Amy Ostiguin who will discuss various cost-saving programs such as ComEd Energy Efficiency Program. She will...

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Southeast Kane County TRIAD picnic for seniors at Phillips Park in Aurora

On August 16, 2018August 16, 2018 By admin

The line is for burgers by Reuland Food Service Tuesday at the Southeast Kane County TRIAD picnic for seniors at Phillips Park in Aurora. Law enforcement agencies sponsor TRIAD to assist seniors. Jason Crane/The Voice...

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Guillermo Lopez obtains a library card at Santori Public Library of Aurora.

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Various methods available to obtain Aurora Library cards

On August 16, 2018August 16, 2018 By admin

By Anthony Stanford – As a service to Aurora Public Library (APL) customers, and to provide information related to how to obtain a library card, APL from time to time reminds both Aurora and Aurora Township residents about the process to obtain a Library card. Aurora residents 18 and older,...

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Oswego Senior Center Caregiver education, cooking for seniors

On August 16, 2018August 15, 2018 By admin

The Oswego Senior Center, 156 E. Washington Street, Oswego, will be host to many events for seniors. All events will take place at the Oswego Senior Center unless otherwise noted. • Caregiver Education Series: How to effectively communicate your wishes to your children or caregivers, Tuesday, Aug. 21, 11 a.m.,...

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Batavia Dinner Table

On August 9, 2018August 10, 2018 By admin

The long Batavia Dinner Table on River Street, in its third annual Batavia MainStreet event, held Sunday afternoon, raised more than $10,000. Batavia MainStreet is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization for Downtown Batavia. Christopher Faber, it was revealed this week, has been named its executive director. Click here for a news...

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Commentary Feature Food

Beyond Meat seeks products with proper texture, chew

On August 9, 2018August 9, 2018 By admin

Second of three parts – Rina Raphael of FastCompany visited Beyond Meat’s analytical lab which seeks to match non-meat with beef’s taste. Her report on the tour in the Los Angeles plant continues: “Later during my facility tour, Daniel Ryan, Beyond Meat’s director of chemistry, works with the ‘E-nose’ aroma...

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Breakfast Cups

On August 9, 2018August 9, 2018 By admin

Ingredients 3/4 pound breakfast sausage 1/8 cup minced onion 1/8 cup minced green bell pepper 1 (12 ounce) can biscuit dough 3 eggs, beaten 3 tablespoons milk 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese Directions 1. Preheat oven to 400F. 2. In a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat, combine sausage,...

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Cantigny Park will celebrate French culture theme

On August 9, 2018August 9, 2018 By admin

Cantigny will celebrate French culture, and the park’s special connection with France, at upcoming back-to-back events: • French Picnic Under the Stars, Saturday, Aug. 11, 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.. Guests will have Cantigny Park in Wheaton all to themselves for an evening of food, wine, live music and stargazing....

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Aurora Navy League Council 247 to hold annual picnic Aug. 21

On August 9, 2018August 8, 2018 By admin

The Aurora Navy League Council 247 will hold its annual picnic Tuesday, Aug. 21. The meeting will be held at the home of Sharon and Kent Catich, 2900 Tanner Road, North Aurora, to start at 5 p.m. and will finish at around 8 p.m.. The public is invited and you...

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Sugar Grove Citizen of the Year, Mary Ochsenschlager

On August 9, 2018August 8, 2018 By admin

Mary Ochsenschlager, right, offers a few words at the recent Sugar Grove Corn Boil after the annual surprise Sugar Grove Citizen of the Year presentation. Sponsor Sugar Grove Chamber of Commerce president Jackie Link holds the plaque in the presentation. Julie Walker photo...

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Commentary Feature Food Science

Beyond Meat tests continual, matches beef’s taste

On August 2, 2018August 2, 2018 By admin

First of three parts Our society will be faced with many decisions regarding our future food consumption. Having been raised on a farm where we produced our own meats and vegetables, it was a seemingly healthy lifestyle. We fed our animals grains and hay which we harvested and then after...

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