East Aurora High School homecoming parade 2026
East Aurora High School’s Navy Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps color guard carries the flags during the East Aurora homecoming parade September 18.
The Great Orb Hunt returns this Fall, at three locations
Lace up your hiking boots and sharpen your focus; the “Great Orb Hunt 2026” will run September 10-30 at three exciting locations this fall. In partnership with Fine Line Creative Arts Center, the Forest Preserve District is co-hosting the Great Orb Hunt for its fourth consecutive year. Immerse yourself in
Finishing Contractors Association of Illinois presents scholarships to students
The Finishing Contractors Association of Illinois (FCAI), headquartered in Aurora, awards $70,000 in academic scholarships to 11 of the 35 students through its Larry Nedrow Scholarship Fund at Fishermen’s Inn in Elburn recently.
Back-to-School Fun in Elgin
Families are invited to the 7th Annual Back to School event from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15 at Marie Grolich Park in Elgin. There will be free school giveaways, food, games, and prizes while getting ready for the new school year. For more information, call 847-361-4056. —Kane County
Naperville invites students to get involved in government
The City of Naperville government will offer two opportunities for Naperville resident students to participate in local government. Students can apply for student representative positions on the City’s boards and commissions or serve as a chief of staff to mayor Wehrli through the KidsMatter – Mayor’s Chief of Staff internship.
Kane County student photography contest
Running from August 31 to November 2, the annual Kane County Student Photography Contest will celebrate the creative talents of our high school students. Kane County high school art teachers from public, private, and homeschool settings are encouraged to sign up their class for the Kane County Regional Office of
Select Yorkville Library youth events
The Yorkville Public Library Youth Service Department will have many events in August. 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. •Artful Beginnings (preschool), Monday, Aug. 10, 10:30 a.m..We will read a
August Yorkville Library Youth events
The Yorkville Public Library Youth Service Department will have many events in August. 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. •Window Art, August 3-8 Help the library decorate this month by
Annual Junior Tour de Naperville set for August 8
The Naperville Park District’s annual Junior Tour de Naperville will be held Saturday, Aug. 8 at Wolf’s Crossing Community Park, 3253 Wolf’s Crossing Road, Naperville. Children ages three to 12 years old have the opportunity to ride their bikes, tricycles or big wheels along the 1.2-mile loop trail within the
Yorkville Public Library youth events
The Yorkville Public Library Youth Service Department will have many events in July. 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. •Library Boat Race, Saturday, July 18, 11 a.m..Starting July 1, pick
Covenant Living at the Holmstad awards scholarships
The Resident Association of Covenant Living at the Holmstad has awarded scholarships to eight graduating high school seniors employed at the senior living community. The students were recognized during a recent celebration dinner on campus. The scholarships are funded primarily through proceeds from the Holmstad’s annual fall Bazaar, where residents
APLD welcomes The Questioneers, starts June 12
Something special is arriving at the Aurora Public Library District this summer, and it’s designed to get visitors of all ages asking questions! In partnership with DuPage Children’s Museum, we are proud to welcome a traveling version of one of the museum’s most beloved exhibits: The Questioneers: Read. Question. Think.
Yorkville Public Library youth events in June
The Yorkville Public Library Youth Service Department will have many events in June. All events will take place at the Library, 902 Game Farm Road, unless otherwise noted. For more information, or to register visit www.yorkville.lib.il.us. •Farmacy Farmstand Storytime and Bee Presentation, Saturday, June 13, 10:30 a.m.. Join us at
Trout Farm Fishing derby June 27
The Forest Preserve District of Will County will host a kids fishing derby from 7 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, June 27 at Hidden Lakes Trout Farm, 475 Trout Farm Rd., Bolingbrook. Young anglers ages five to 15 can compete for prizes, enjoy treats and receive giveaways during this popular
Día del Niño Aurora, April 18
In partnership with the Aurora Hispanic Heritage Advisory Board, everyone is invited to a wonderful day of family fun, community resources, from noon to 4 p.m., Saturday, April 18, at West Aurora High School (Veterans Field House, Commonwealth Ave.) Activities include: Book giveaways, Arts and crafts, performances, games and inflatables,
Youth Engagement in Philanthropy open to area students
Do you know a high school student who wants to make a difference by supporting local nonprofits that serve youth in the Fox River Valley? If so, encourage them to apply for the Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley’s Youth Engagement in Philanthropy (YEP) Program. The online application for
Aurora museum family day April 11
Aurora University’s Schingoethe Center will host a family day Saturday, April 11 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the center, inside the Hill Welcome Center, 1315 Prairie St. in Aurora. Admission and parking are free. Planned are printmaking demonstrations, flower diamond painting, kite making, pinwheel painting, bracelet making, a
Kane County Law Day Essay Contest
The 16th Judicial Circuit Office of the Chief Judge announced its second annual Law Day Essay Contest for Spring 2026. The contest is open to all high school sophomores and juniors who attend school in Kane County. Applications are being accepted now through 4:30 p.m. Friday, April 10. The Kane
Kane County Forest Summer Camps
Kids can cultivate a love for nature this summer with fun-filled day camps with the Forest Preserve District of Kane County during five-day nature camps! Naturalists will lead hikes, activities, games and crafts based on a different nature theme, each day. Summer camp is for three age groups: (1) children