Declan, left, and Hudson sit on Santa's lap and receive a gift from Santa's elf at the Plano American Legion Post #395 Children's Christmas Party December 14.
Students participating in Naperville’s KidsMatter Teen Philanthropy Initiative (TPI), have been giving back this holiday season, helping not only several significant causes and charitable events, but their own philanthropic learning. TPI mentor, Kristen Refness, and some of her team members in the Teen Philanthropy Initiative, recently volunteered at Loaves &...
Next week many kids will be off school for Fall Break, making it the perfect time for family activities! The Aurora Public Library District has a great option: Magic with Gary Kantor, a family-friendly event Wednesday, Nov. 27 at 1 p.m. at the Santori Library, 101 S. River Street, Aurora....
The Yorkville Public Library Youth Service Department will have many events in December. All events will take place at the Library, 902 Game Farm Road, unless otherwise noted. For more information, or to register, call 630-553-4354 or visit www.yorkville.lib.il.us. •Escape Room AdventureThe Escape Adventure will be available in the month...
The 2025 Inspire Scholarships are now open for applications. The scholarship program, sponsored by the Batavia Chamber of Commerce, will be given to Batavia Public School District 101 high school seniors, with up to four awards given. The four scholarships, worth $1,000 each, are motivated by the makeup of the...
The Plano American Legion Auxiliary Post #395 was host to a children's Halloween party Saturday, Oct. 26 at the Plano American Legion.
Seventeen EGJ 4th, 5th, and 6th graders presented on Climate and Culture at Emily G. Johns School at a recent Plano Community Unit School District No. 88 Board of Education meeting. Each student spoke about an aspect of how their school is focusing on this important topic.
The Yorkville Public Library Youth Service Department will have many events in November. All events will take place at the Library, 902 Game Farm Road, unless otherwise noted. For more information, or to register, call 630-553-4354 or visit www.yorkville.lib.il.us. •Escape Room Adventure This Escape Adventure will be available in the...
State Representative Stephanie Kifowit (D-Oswego) is excited to host her annual Kids Expo and Touch-A-Truck Event. This interactive and educational event provides children with the opportunity to learn about their community, explore various professions, and get up close with the vehicles used for those jobs. The event will be held...
Forest Preserve District Kane County’s “Little Saplings” series invites three to five year olds and their caregivers to embark on a monthly journey through the wonders of the natural world.Each month, we will explore the world through a variety of activities specific to the theme of the month. Sessions include
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Kids aged 7 to 13 are invited to Kidz N Boats from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 15, at Phillips Park, Mastondon Lake in Aurora. Kids can learn about boating safety in kayaks and canoes. Lunch will be provided. Register at Aurora Township Youth Center, 313 Gale Street,...
Dear Governor Pritzker, I hope this message finds you well. I’m Marcus Robinson, also known as Coach HYPE, a military veteran, social entrepreneur, and co-founder of Gametime Life Skills, based in Aurora. Our organization is proud to affiliate with MLB’s Nike RBI Program, which fosters youth baseball and softball development....
One-thousand two-hundred students. Twelve schools. Twelve sports. Five sites.
West Aurora High School graduate Angelina Fuller, right, chats with friends Monday evening at a picnic open house in her honor.
Joshua Young was the Robert J. O’Connor Exchange Club District A.C.E. nominee. The District recipient receives an additional $2,500 and goes on to be considered for an additional $15,000 award in the National Exchange Club A.C.E. Award program. The A.C.E. (Accepting the Challenge of Excellence) recognizes local students who have...
Three West Aurora High School seniors earned Boy Scouting’s Eagle award on Saturday, April 20 afternoon from Troop 104 at Living Hope Church in North Aurora. The award is Scouting’s highest and most coveted award and the last major step in the advancement program. Since 1912, more than 2,000,000 Boy...
Monday, April 15, House Bill 4350, known as the Child Abuse Notice Act, filed by State representative Jed Davis (R-Yorkville), passed a vote on the House floor. The bill will move to the Senate for a vote. “The passage of the Child Abuse Notice Act is a huge step forward...
Saturday, April 6, the Aurora and Fox Valley community are invited to Aurora Central Catholic High School, 1255 N. Edgelawn Dr. (corner Edgelawn & Indian Trail), Aurora, 8 a.m.-noon, for the “75th Kiwanis Pancake Day.” The Kiwanis Club of Aurora in its 108 th year presents this annual breakfast event...
Students from Dreams Dance Academy in St. Charles perform multiple routines during halftime of the Aurora University-Dominican University men's basketball game at Aurora Saturday.
