American Legion Riders Post #181 Sandwich, “Bowl for Vets”
The American Legion Riders Post #181 from Sandwich coordinated “Bowl for Vets” Saturday, Jan. 28 at Sandwich Idle Hour Lanes.
Sweet Heart Raffle in Genoa Feb. 11
The Genoa America Legion Riders will have a Sweet Heart Meat Raffle from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 11, at the Genoa Veterans Home, 311 S. Washington Street, Genoa. The public is encouraged to participate. There will be a luncheon available from noon to 2 p.m.. —Frank F.
Fox Valley Veterans Breakfast Club meets the third Thursdays
By Rick Gardner Fox Valley Veterans Breakfast Club meets first and third Thursdays of each month at 7 a.m. at the Oswego American Legion Post 675, 19 Washington Street, Oswego. Next meeting will be Thursday, Feb. 16.Doors will open at 6:30 a.m. for coffee. Breakfast buffet is $12 plus tip.
Wine and Chocolate March 25
The Rotary Club of Aurora Sunrise will be host to its 20th Annual Wine & Chocolate Extravaganza from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, March 25 at the Stonebridge Country Club, 2705 Stonebridge Boulevard, Aurora. All proceeds benefit our community! The Rotary Club of Aurora Sunrise directs our efforts to
Mental health exhibition in Aurora Library Atrium
Mental health treatment in the United States has a long and complex history, with a variety of treatments being used over many years. In the 19th and 20th Centuries, treatment consisted largely of locking patients away to strip them of their liberties. It was due to limited knowledge, a lack
Aurora GreenFest to return in May
By Mavis Bates The Aurora GreenFest is back! Save the date for Saturday, May 13. After a three-year hiatus due to COVID, we are excited to present the 11th Annual Aurora GreenFest, and it’s going to be better than ever! The GreenFest will be from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Political forum: Geneva Park District Board, Geneva School District 304 Board, Geneva City Council representing Ward 4
The League of Women Voters of Central Kane County will be host to a hybrid forum Thursday, Feb. 16 featuring candidates running in the April 4, Consolidated Election for seats on the Geneva Park District Board, the Geneva School District 304 Board, and for a seat on the Geneva City
Agape Connection host to Dr. MLK Day Jan. 15 in Aurora
Agape Connection, a 501(c) 3 non-profit organization, will be host to its 22nd annual Dr. Martin Luther King (MLK) Day celebration at 12:30 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 15, at the Cathedral of Grace | St. John, 2950 Bilter Road, Aurora. Since 1991, Agape Connection, Inc., has been providing educational, cultural, and
Star Jones at Aurora MLK Ceremony Monday, Jan. 16
The City of Aurora government will be host to the 38th annual Aurora MLK Commemoration Ceremony, “Be a Drum Major for Justice, Equity, and Mentorship”, at 6 p.m. Monday, Jan. 16, at East Aurora High School. The ceremony will be an evening of empowerment and action with youth performances, special
FBI focus at Aurora Navy League January 17 dinner
The Aurora Navy League Council 247 will hold its Tuesday January 17th dinner meeting at the private room of the Riverview Diner, IL-25 and Mill Street, Montgomery. A reception will begin promptly at 5 p.m. followed by a meeting at 5:30 p.m. with dinner afterward. The cost is $25 all-inclusive
In view: St. Charles Arts Council, Fox River Arts Ramble
The St Charles Arts Council announced its 2023 Student Art Show will be held at 116 Gallery in Downtown St. Charles, April 15 through May 6. The show will feature student artwork (both K-12 students and currently enrolled undergraduate students) from the Fox River Valley. The 2023 Student Art Show
Diabetes Club of Fox Valley meeting Thursday, Jan. 12
By Russ George The newly-formed Diabetes Club of Fox Valley (DCFV) will hold its first membership meeting of the year, Thursday, Jan. 12, at the historic Gray’s Mill Estate, 211 N. River Street, Montgomery. Meetings are held in the Second Floor Banquet Room. Dinner is on members’ own from the
Will County Coin Club Rare Coins Feb. 26
The 63rd annual Will County Coin Club Rare Coin Show will be from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 26, at JJC Weitendorf Agricultural Education Center, 17840 Laraway Road, Joliet. The show will feature a youth auction at 1 p.m., ages 14 and under. Raffle prizes and hourly door
Elgin Symphony Orchestra at Hemmens Jan. 7-8
A series of four storytelling workshops will be held by Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora. Thew Elliott, traditional worship director and workshops leader, said admission and parking are free at the Church, 14 N. May Street in Aurora. The schedule is from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Jan.
Roz Puppets classic shows at two Aurora Library sites
The Aurora Public Library District’s (APLD) Winter Reading Adventure is in full swing! This program provides fun challenges and encourages all ages to use the Library and attend programs. One upcoming program will be especially exciting for young audiences and fans of live theater. Roz Puppets will perform a live
Help on wrapping gifts planned for Eola Road Library in Aurora Dec. 12
You did it. You found the perfect gift for your loved one. Whether you picked it off a store shelf, added it to a digital cart, or crafted it with your own hands, a gift this special deserves a special presentation. Ditch the store-bought gift bag on its 5th Christmas
Veterans will meet Dec. 15
The Fox Valley Veterans Breakfast Club next will meet at 7 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 15 at the Oswego American Legion Post 675, 19 W. Washington Street, Oswego. All veterans and guests are invited for breakfast and a brief program to follow.
Annual Lehnertz Avenue on its way
Aurora’s 71st annual Lehnertz Avenue drive-thru Christmas display will open Sunday, Dec. 12, and will run through January 7, 2023. The event will open with a blessing of the nativity crib on the northwest corner of Lehnertz Avenue and Ohio Street in Aurora. The display will run nightly from 5
Gray’s Mill host to the Diabetes Club of Fox Valley
The Diabetes Club of Fox Valley is holding its first Holiday Party Fundraiser, Thursday, Dec. 8, at the historic Gray’s Mill Estate, 211 N. River Street, Montgomery. The club members have planned an old fashioned holiday party, with an optional $20 wrapped gift exchange game, along with Basket Raffles. Social
Yorkville: Youth Library events
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. Yorkville Public Library offers new regular operating hours. The library is