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Alley Art Fest to offer free art workshops April 15

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To celebrate 15 years, Alley Art Festival will host two free, open-to-the-public workshops leading up to the August 30 event. Tuesday, April 15, Alley Art Festival will host a World Art Day workshop facilitated by Aurora artist Cherylyn Gnadt. Gnadt will lead attendees in creating inspirational Inner Hero Cards from...

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O’Brien, CEO of new Aurora Regional Economic Alliance

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I recently had lunch with Kelly O’Brien, who is the president and CEO of the recently-formed Aurora Regional Economic Alliance and Alliance Foundation. Since the Alliance is fresh and new, I wanted to meet with O’Brien, who comes with more than two decades of economic development experience. Through conversation, we...

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All in for Art fundraiser Feb. 22; Alley Art Festival 2025

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Art is all around us. We’re lucky if we see it. As I prepare for the 15th year of Alley Art Festival, I am reminded of the incredible talent of the local arts community. Local artists have painted dozens of murals in the past decade for us to enjoy. Local...

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St. David’s Episcopal in Aurora, artistic treasures

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I drive by St. David’s Episcopal often, and I had no idea that it holds significant artistic treasures inside the red double doors facing Randall Road. The mid-century, wood chapel is set back at the northeast corner of Randall Road and Illinois Avenue. There’s no sidewalk or bike lane along...

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Questions for Aurora mayoral candidates

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It’s election season, and I have questions. As someone who champions small business and cultivates community connections, I have several questions for the Aurora mayoral candidates. Some of the questions below are mine, while others are from involved community members. I encourage all of the mayoral candidates, including the current...

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Guest bartender at Wyckwood House for a good cause Dec. 7

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A special guest will be behind the bar at Wyckwood House, 80 S. River Street in downtown Aurora, Saturday, Dec. 7 evening. Marissa Amoni, of Aurora, from Marissa Bright PR, Boss Babes, Alley Art Festival, and more will take a bartending shift from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.. “We’re thrilled...

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Restoring old buildings in Aurora flourishing

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I’m lucky enough to walk past a Frank Lloyd Wright house on Aurora’s West Side every morning, and every evening, too, if I walk an extra block while walking the dog. What really makes me lucky is the ability to appreciate a Frank Lloyd Wright (FLW) house. The geometric presence...

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RFP vital to artists on display

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RFP. Those are three letters that I learned about in my career as an arts and community organizer. Not only did I learn what they stood for (Request for Proposal), but I learned their importance. I’m in no means an expert on RFPs, however I know that they can be...

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Community events to be enjoyed in Spring, Summer

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It’s that exciting time of year when we can look forward to all of the upcoming Spring and Summer events in the. Aurora and the Fox Valley areas. They are great places to get out and enjoy good, community, events. This year, make sure to add these to your calendar...

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Celebrations: Galentine’s Day, Valentine’s Day

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It was Leslie Knope who created the concept of a girl’s day of fun with the February 13 Galentine’s Day from the popular Parks and Recreation TV series on NBC-TV. The power that one fictional character can have is incredible. The fictional world often gives more power to women than...

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Winter to do list avoids hibernation

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Winter is here and the days will get longer. That’s hopeful for us in the Midwest. We must stay hopeful when cold, Wintry weather is upon us, but alas Spring and Summer are around the corner. To keep hopeful, it helps to have a list of local to-do items. Luckily,...

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Gratitude for many visits to downtown Aurora

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It’s November, the month of gratitude, and I am grateful for this wonderful community. As the events coordinator and later as the manager of Aurora Downtown, I am grateful for all of the support I received in my former roles from the community. I resigned from the downtown organization this...

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Wyckwood House secret sauce adding cocktail bar

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It’s nice to have a place where everyone knows your name. When I first moved back to Aurora after living in Tucson, Ariz. for a decade, that place for me became River’s Edge Cafe. I would often visit the friendly cafe on Downer Place with my toddler in hand, and...

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Volunteers incredible assets to wonderful evenings

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This column is a shout-out to volunteers. I was recently part of the organizational team for Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry’s annual Harvest Dinner. The five-course dinner in mid-August showcases food harvested from Marie’s Garden across the street from the Pantry on Highland Avenue. Incredible dishes are then created by local...

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Street banner reflects 100 years since Boxcar Camp

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In February, I wrote in The Voice on celebrating five milestones that honor Aurora’s history and its forward momentum. The milestones highlight the growth, legacy, and community that help our City to thrive. Aurora embodies those three words in spirit, but there’s a story that brings them to life. That...

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Summer activities plentiful in Aurora downtown

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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...

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Summer fun a full objective with enjoyable events

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With temps up, Summer seems all ready to be here. I’m ready for Summer fun, and my calendar is filling up quickly with events to help me enjoy the longer days. Here’s where I’ll be this Summer, so I thought I’d share these community events that shine the light on...

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First Fridays Summer fun in Aurora June- September

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This Summer will be a great time to spend more time in downtown Aurora. Aurora Downtown, a nonprofit group of business and property owners downtown, will be host to a dozen event dates to add to your calendar June through September. One big perk is they are all free. First...

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Aurora Downtown seeks new director

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Aurora Downtown will seek an executive director to replace the organization’s manager. Formed in 1975, the downtown group was most recently run by current manager Marissa Amoni, who took on the role of manager a handful of years after originally being hired as the group’s event coordinator. Amoni recently resigned...

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Wyckwood House in Aurora creates quite a buzz

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As the only boutique with a liquor license in Aurora, Wyckwood House has created quite a buzz over the last year since opening up last May at 80 S. River Street. The lifestyle boutique in downtown Aurora features both women’s and men’s apparel along with cards, gift items, and home...

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