Aurora Kidz N Boats
Youth receive experiences and training in boats Saturday, June 17 in an event, Aurora Kidz N Boats, on Mastodon Lake in Phillips Park in Aurora.
Laura Lynne Art to open in Aurora
Laura Lynne Art will be host to an open studio from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 4. Laura’s new Aurora studio will feature her latest playful, bright, and vibrant collage works and wearable art. Laura Lynne will display her new jewelry line, which includes earrings which showcase her
Students sing at Redeemer Community Church in Aurora
Students sing in a closing ceremony Friday for “Twists and Turns,” vacation bible school at Redeemer Community Church in Aurora.
Summer activities plentiful in Aurora downtown
Summer is here. Officially. It’s time to get serious about getting out in the community and enjoying Summer events. Sunday, June 25, Aurora Public Art will be host to Asphalt Mural Fest from noon to 6 p.m. at Downer Place and Stolp Avenue in downtown Aurora. It’s a free event
Aurora mayor remembers alderwoman Scheketa Hart-Burns at Juneteenth Flag-Raising Ceremony
Mayor of Aurora, Richard Irvin, shared his thoughts after hearing the news of the death of Aurora alderwoman Scheketa Hart-Burns, at Aurora’s Juneteenth Flag-Raising Ceremony, Monday, June 19.“Scheketa was a mother, a sister. We called her the dean of the alderman.“Most importantly, she was a friend of so many.“She will
Youngest Black mayor in America to visit Aurora on Juneteenth
More than a century and a half ago, the last enslaved Black people received the news that they were indeed free. Now, 158 years later, the youngest Black mayor in American history will join the first Black mayor of Aurora, Illinois, to honor the Juneteenth holiday. Mayor Jaylen Smith, 19,
Free groceries for 1,000 families Friday, June 16, at Juneteenth Food Giveaway in Aurora
1,000 families will be provided food tomorrow at the 3rd Annual Juneteenth Food Distribution Drive-Thru at Phillips Park in Aurora. In honor of Juneteenth and Father’s Day Weekend, more than 150 members of Black fraternities and sororities are gathering tomorrow morning in Aurora to distribute food to those in need.
Aurora unveils new Juneteenth Squad Car in advance of the holiday
Aurora launched its Juneteenth series of celebrations by unveiling a unique, culturally custom-designed Juneteenth squad car. A large crowd, including Black police officers from Aurora and neighboring agencies, gathered today at the Aurora Police Department for the unprecedented occasion. “This is more than symbolic. It is a statement of fact
Aurora Pride Prominent in 2023 parade
Michelle Curiel, center, worship director at Aurora’s Wesley United Methodist Church, carries a banner in the Aurora Pride parade.
Live rooftop footage in Fab Fourth
In Aurora, The Venue surprised concert-goers recently with a live rooftop performance of The Beatles “Get Back” album. The live music space took months to plan the surprise, which occurred Friday, June 2 during their anniversary celebration. The Venue is celebrating four years at 21 S. Broadway in Aurora. They
Hundreds turn out to celebrate iconic artist Andy Warhol in Aurora
It was a party with a purpose in Aurora Thursday night. The purpose was to celebrate iconic artist Andy Warhol while attracting residents and visitors to the downtown business district. Hundreds danced the night away at Aurora’s kick-off to its Color Me Warhol Summer Experience with a special Studio 54
Aurora Farmer’s Market 11th season opener
A signature sign of Summer in Aurora is here. The Aurora Farmers Market opened for its 111th season, with nearly 50 vendors. Every Saturday morning from June 10 through October 14, patrons can visit the State’s oldest farmers market from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Water Street Square, 65
Fun First Fridays in downtown Aurora
Smiles are abundant as participants enjoy the nice weather at First Fridays in downtown Aurora
Sea cadets make a difference in collection
By Joe Jackman With the guidance of the Plastics Industry Association’s Future Leaders in Plastics (FLiP) Community Impact Task Group, Aurora Division of the United States Naval Sea Cadet Corps had a clean-up in Montgomery May 20. Aurora Division cadets gathered at VFW Post 7452 motivated to make a difference
Bittersweet greets John Bell on his Aurora departure
By Al Benson Reverend John Bell felt bittersweet last weekend. Departing as pastor at Aurora’s Wesley United Methodist Church, the Aurora resident was honored for 10 years of ministry at gatherings last weekend. Bell, 53, a Downers Grove native, earlier announced plans to accompany his wife, Alison, to Louisville, Ky.,
Aurora Memorial Day Parade 2023
Randy Brown of the Aurora Noon Lions Club in the parade Monday, May 29 at the Aurora Memorial Day parade interacts with youngsters who receive treats.
Aurora group steers passage of drone usage bill
New legislation is headed to the Governor’s desk thanks to Aurora legislators and law enforcers who led and cleared the way for House Bill 3902, which will allow police to use more drones for public safety. Aurora legislators senator Linda Holmes and representative Barbara Hernandez are chief sponsors of the
Aurora Soldiers remembered before Memorial Day parade
Aurora celebrated the 155th anniversary of Memorial Day, with the 2023 Aurora Memorial Day Parade. With the theme, “Remembrance and Respect,” the parade was led by grand marshal Dr. Brian Caputo, president of the College of DuPage. An Aurora resident, Dr. Caputo retired from the United States Army Reserve as
College Baseball: Aurora University NCAA run ends
Aurora University’s Nico Bermeo hits a foul ball against visiting Baldwin Wallace University Saturday, May 27.
Art of Andy Warhol and Pride Month at First Fridays
First Fridays will celebrate the art of Andy Warhol and Pride Month June 2 in Aurora. Aurora Public Art, at The DLP, 20 E. Downer Place, will be host to “POP!” The Warhol-inspired art exhibit will be host to a variety of local artists on the third floor. Carl King