Carter Crane/The Voice
Carter Crane/The Voice
As a society we embrace celebrations. We cherish important moments, some are traditions and some fulfill new boundaries.
Veterans Day continues to grow in importance and salutes. The World War II veterans are slipping away into memories. Veterans of other time lines take on significance.
Of special significance, among many significant ceremonies, is the 2 p.m. dedication celebration of the Veterans Serenity Park in Oswego just south and east of downtown along Route 25. In spite of parking problems because of construction restrictions on Adams west of Route 25, the day will continue the vision of the Veterans Serenity Park along the Fox River. Dave Krahn is chairman of the committee and fruition is at hand.
There will be comments by those close to the development, guests speakers, and music. The Veterans Serenity Park Committee will usher in the dedication of the park. Expected comments will include Bill Foster, U.S. congressman in the 11th District, State representatives Stephanie Kirowit and Mark Batinick, and Linda Chap LaVia, acting director of the Illinois Veteran Affairs.
Then serene use of the Park may begin. There have been many plans and long hours, to include raising funds, to make the Park a reality.
• Many other communities will hold special ceremonies, to include Aurora’s Special Events Deparment’s parade downtown and ceremony at the GAR Hall. The tradition continues.
• First Division Museum at Cantigny Park in Wheaton will celebrate from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, and 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Monday.
• Prior to Veterans Day, Downtown Aurora held its 10-times-a-year First Fridays. There are always many interesting and enjoyable aspects. Lane Allen walked into If These Walls Could talk and in front a small gathering put together an origami paper crane configuration. He lived up to his reputation. See page 19. Then viewing another construction marvel in Aurora was at Society 57’s soft opening. Once it was a Mercedes dealership. Now, a church owns the building and meets for services with music. Plans are to be host to modest musical treats with food and drink in fine ambiance for the public to enjoy!