18th Annual Black History program at the Prisco Center in Aurora
Gayles Memorial Baptist Male Chorus perform at the 18th Annual Black History program Friday at the Prisco Center in Aurora. Jason Crane/The Voice
Tribute to Aretha Franklin
An Aretha Franklin tribute by singer Opal Staples Smith celebrates Black History Month at East Aurora High School Saturday. Carter Crane/The Voice
‘Aurora From the Air’ exhibit to end
“Aurora From the Air”, the Aurora Historical Society exhibit of aerial views of Aurora from 1867-2013, will close Saturday, Feb. 23, with a reception from noon to 4 p.m. at the Pierce Art and History Center, 20 E. Downer, Aurora. There will be light refreshments and songs about Aurora by
A Focus on History: February 21 through February 27
February 21 The Communist Manifesto, written by Karl Marx with the assistance of Friedrich Engels, is published in London by a group of German-born revolutionary socialists known as the Communist League. The political pamphlet proclaimed that “the history of all hitherto existing society is the history of class struggles” and
George Washington forged unified body in fragmentation
By John F. Gilligan – Editor’s note: President’s Day Monday Feb. 18 is a tribute to all U.S. presidents’ birthdays, especially George Washington (February 22) and Abraham Lincoln (February 12). History reveals that great and noble leaders are forged in adversity. Valley Forge was that crucible for George Washington where
Valentine’s Day comfortable all year; history in House
The easy and loving breath of fresh air personified by Valentine’s Day should be the approach every week of the year. Well, some may say the pressure to please should be less than once a year. Nonetheless, think of the greeting card companies, chocolate companies, floral shops, teddy bear brigades,
Topic: Graduated income tax Feb. 21
Eighty percent of the states in America have a fair, graduated, rate income tax, and Illinois should, too, according to Jean Pierce. This system would tax higher income levels at a higher rate than lower income levels. Pierce will present the case for a fair tax at 7 p.m. Thursday,
Valentine’s Day offers love, friendship, tradition, early Spring
“Good morrow, Valentine. First to thee and then to mine. “So please give me a valentine.” —Centuries old rhyme Today we send and receive beautiful Valentines. We express our friendship or love or longing to another in gracious ways. Let us learn about the customs of this holiday together. It
Aurora’s other roundhouse:
Sidney Robinson, owner of the well-known Ford house in Aurora, shares history of his home on Edgelawn Avenue Monday with the Rotary Club of Aurora. Robinson purchased the house known as Aurora’s other roundhouse in the mid-1980s made from materials including coal and green glass. The two-bedroom, 1,600 square foot
Aurora City Council presents certificates to Black Student Organizations
By Jason Crane – Mayor of Aurora, Richard Irvin, and the City Council honored city of Aurora government employees and students in Aurora’s schools with Black History Month proclamations (see below). Mayor Irvin appointed: • Symone Lewis and Hortencia Ramos and reappointed Susan Sosa Bachmeier to the Aurora Human Relations
A Focus on History: February 14 through February 20
February 14 Claudius Gothicus, Roman emperor, was involved in many unpopular and bloody campaigns. The emperor had to maintain a strong army, but was having a difficult time getting soldiers to join his military leagues. Claudius believed that Roman men were unwilling to join the army because of their strong
Victorian Valentine project at Little White School Museum in Oswego
Little White School Museum volunteer Stephanie Just, right, helps a visitor with her Victorian Valentine project. Families are invited to visit the museum, 72 Polk Street in Oswego, Saturday and Sunday, February 9-10, to make and take home an instant heirloom during the museum’s annual free “Victorian Valentines” craft activity.
Naperville park name could be historical
Naperville resident Ginny Wolf Chivas, a descendant of one of the founding families of Naperville, asked the Naperville Park District Board at their January 31 meeting to consider renaming Southwest Community Park “Wolf’s Crossing Community Park.” The new name would reflect the history of the 33-acre park site, at 3252
Growing apart: He grew defensive, they wanted a husband, dad
She bought the green beans, took the children to the dentist, and cleaned the toilets. He was a rising star at the company because he was affable, capable, and personable. He wanted his moment on center stage. She decorated the house for Valentine’s Day, took the children to violin practice,
History of Chinese New Year celebrations presented to Kiwanis Club of Aurora on the first day of The Year of the Pig
Sophia Luo, originally from China, sings the song “The Moon Represents My Heart” by Teresa Teng for members of the Kiwanis Club of Aurora, Tuesday at the Prisco Center in Aurora. Luo shared history of Chinese New Year celebrations on the first day of The Year of the Pig, February
Historical mayor autographs his bobblehead:
Mayor of Aurora, Richard Irvin, poses with Andrew Hamilton from Aurora with an autographed bobblehead Friday. The Aurora Historical Society gift shop at the Pierce Art and History Center, was open as a participant of Downtown Aurora’s First Friday, Feb. 1. Irvin made history in 2017 when he was elected
Lincoln’s presidency details in Oswego
Author Georgiann Baldino will present little-known details of Abraham Lincoln’s presidency. Her most recent book, “A Family and Nation Under Fire,” at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 12 at the Oswego Public Library, Oswego Campus, 32 West Jefferson Street, Oswego. The book is a collection of previously-unpublished diaries and letters between
History of scouting at Ottawa Historical & Scouting Museum
Webelos from Den 1 and Den 11 of Yorkville’s Pack 350 react Saturday, Feb. 2 during a visit to the Ottawa Historical & Scouting Museum to explore the history of scouting in recognition of their Looking Back, Looking Forward elective adventure. Back row: Ben, Lynze, Ethan. Front row: Linden, James,
A Focus on History: February 7 through February 13
February 7 A violent series of earthquakes near Missouri causes a so-called fluvial tsunami in the Mississippi River which actually made the river run backwards for several hours. The series of tremors, which took place between December 1811 and March 1812, were the most powerful in the history of the
Notre Dame Cathedral’s extensive history Paris highlight
To continue this week on the Paris theme, you will learn about the Notre-Dame de Paris Cathedral and its history, stained glass, organ, and bells. This medieval Catholic cathedral sits on the Ile de la Cite I in the fourth arrondissement of Paris. As the most visited monument in Paris,