Category: Kids/Youth

Many youth events at Yorkville Library in November

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

Kifowit To Hold Annual Kids Expo And Touch-A-Truck Event Saturday, Sept. 14

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

Tax proceeds distribution difficulties from Illinois Cannabis Tax Act hurts Blacks and Hispanics in Illinois R3 Communities

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.

Robert J. O’Connor Exchange Club makes awards

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

Kiwanis Club of Aurora Pancake Day

75th Annual Aurora Kiwanis Pancake Day Saturday, April 6

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

Homeschool Huddle helpful to grades 1-5

Although homeschooling offers families unique flexibility and customization, finding engaging activities and resources sometimes can feel like a solo adventure. Luckily, the Aurora Public Library District (APLD) is here to help! The Library recently has expanded our homeschool programming to include more enriching programs that not only supplement learning but

12-year-old Aurora Cancer Patient to be Honored Tonight at Aurora City Council meeting in Recognition of World Cancer Day, Her First Anniversary of Diagnosis

In honor of World Cancer Day on February 4, the City of Aurora government will honor tonight, a young cancer patient who was diagnosed one year ago on February 7, 2023. Sixth-grader Abigail Ayala, 12, was diagnosed with a Desmoplastic Small Round Cell Tumor, an aggressive sarcoma. She has spent

Gov. JB Pritzker shakes hands with Greg Keown, president of Wieland Rolled Products North America

Governor JB Pritzker announces milestones for preschool program, industry development

State inks new incentive deal for manufacturing plant, is ahead of schedule on pre-K growth By Cole LongcorCapitol News Illinoisclongcor@capitolnewsillinois.com The State on Wednesday announced it inked another tax incentive deal aimed at boosting manufacturing while Gov. JB Pritzker said his plan to add more preschool seats in early childhood