Creative Energy Entertainment Group is doing it again...
Soul Platform Vol. VIIII: Soul to Soul.
Come check out Aurora's hottest band Beyond Soul with some of the best singers in the valley.
Alyx, Chris Michael and BeBe Gordon; Spoken word from your favorite artists
Saturday November 10.
14 W. Downer Place, Suite 16, Aurora, IL.
Doors open at 8 show starts at 9.
Great food, great people, great atmosphere….You want to be in the place
$10 donation at the door
Monday, October 29, 2012
Nov 2: Flavors of Aurora - World
Recently-arrived refugees and immigrants from the far corners of the globe will be the focus of the last Flavors of Aurora: Stirred, Not Shaken to be opened with a reception on Friday, November 2, 2012 from 5-8pm at the Pierce Art and History Center, 20 E. Downer Place, 60505.
Hailing from such countries as Nepal, Bhutan, Burma (Myanmar), other lands such as Iran and Iraq, and nations such as Eritrea, Democratic Republic of Congo, Somali, Liberia, Burundi and Rwanda these new arrivals have suffered ethnic, political or religious oppression in their native lands. They are helped by the U.N. to seek peace and opportunity in any country that will welcome them with law and justice. Many come to the United States and over the last decade, thanks to sponsorship by local churches and the organization World Relief, hundreds have learned to call Aurora home.
“The Thanksgiving season is the perfect time for us to consider the good fortune we have to be Americans, and to learn about these new citizens who had to give up their homelands in order to find the blessings that we take for granted every day,” says Roald Haase, who serves on the board of the Aurora Historical Society and is coordinating the event. “They are the Puritans of today. We should also remember that, even after 175 years, Aurora is still being built up by the new blood and strength of people from far-away places who see The City of Lights as a beacon to happiness.”
The reception on November 2 is free (donations appreciated), with a cash bar. The exhibit will be up through November 24 during regular Pierce Center hours, Wednesdays through Saturdays from noon – 4:00pm. Group tours can be arranged by calling .
More groups are scheduled to be spotlighted in 2013, including African-American, Irish and Italian. Seewww.aurorahistory.net or www.facebook.com/aurorahistory for details. For a short video which features a Burmese and a Bhutanese woman who now call Aurora home, go to http://vimeo.com/42710195.
Hailing from such countries as Nepal, Bhutan, Burma (Myanmar), other lands such as Iran and Iraq, and nations such as Eritrea, Democratic Republic of Congo, Somali, Liberia, Burundi and Rwanda these new arrivals have suffered ethnic, political or religious oppression in their native lands. They are helped by the U.N. to seek peace and opportunity in any country that will welcome them with law and justice. Many come to the United States and over the last decade, thanks to sponsorship by local churches and the organization World Relief, hundreds have learned to call Aurora home.
“The Thanksgiving season is the perfect time for us to consider the good fortune we have to be Americans, and to learn about these new citizens who had to give up their homelands in order to find the blessings that we take for granted every day,” says Roald Haase, who serves on the board of the Aurora Historical Society and is coordinating the event. “They are the Puritans of today. We should also remember that, even after 175 years, Aurora is still being built up by the new blood and strength of people from far-away places who see The City of Lights as a beacon to happiness.”
The reception on November 2 is free (donations appreciated), with a cash bar. The exhibit will be up through November 24 during regular Pierce Center hours, Wednesdays through Saturdays from noon – 4:00pm. Group tours can be arranged by calling .
More groups are scheduled to be spotlighted in 2013, including African-American, Irish and Italian. Seewww.aurorahistory.net or www.facebook.com/aurorahistory for details. For a short video which features a Burmese and a Bhutanese woman who now call Aurora home, go to http://vimeo.com/42710195.
Tuesday, October 2, 2012
Oct. 7: Paws in the Park
The Fox Valley Park District will hold a free “Paws in the Park” festival from noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 7, at Lincoln Park in Aurora.
Dog owners are welcome to bring their pets to the event, which is hosted in conjunction with the Fox Valley Animal Welfare League. The event will feature local representatives and resources, pet-related products and gifts, rescue organizations, behavior and obedience specialists and demonstrations, a blessing of all the animals, police dog demonstrations, contests for dogs and numerous prize drawings.
Dogs will be able to run off-leash in the fenced-in play area. All dogs must have a current rabies tag to enter the park.
Park District dog tags for the Lincoln Park Dog Park – providing season-long use of the dog park – will be available for purchase. Those who do not have a 2012 FVPD dog tag will be allowed to use the dog park that day for $1, provided their dog has a current rabies tag.
The Park District also will have information available on its newly constructed dog park on Gregory Island – located off Indian Trail between Routes 31 and 25 – and on a planned dog park set to open next year at Stuart Sports Complex.
Lincoln Park is located on Aurora’s west side at South Harrison Avenue, just north of Prairie Street and east of Elmwood Drive.
Monday, October 1, 2012
Oct. 5: Flavors of Aurora: Stirred Not Shaken - German
Opening reception: Friday, Oct. 5, 2012 5-8pm
Exhibit: October 6-27, 2012 Wednesdays-Saturdays, Noon-4pm
Pierce Art and History Center, 20 E. Downer Place, Aurora, IL 60505
Free.
Aurora’s German heritage is a long one, and this October, during the 175th anniversary celebration year, the people and their contributions to the development and culture of the city will be highlighted at the Aurora Historical Society. The salute begins on Friday, October 5 with a free opening reception at the Pierce Art and History Center, 20 E. Downer Place, 60505 from 5-8pm. Authentic foods from the oldest retail shop in Aurora, the Wurst Kitchen, which dates back to 1895 will accompany authentic beers and wines from the old country. Bob Kresz, a musician whose family has made German music in Aurora for decades, will be on hand with friends to provide traditional tunes suitable for the polka and the waltz, if party-goers are so moved. Sponsors of the party, celebrating their German heritage, are Ed and Sharon Stredde.
The exhibit, co-curated with Ed Heriaud, historian of the Turners Club, will be unveiled at the party and will run through October 27. Regular museum hours are Wednesdays-Saturdays, noon-4:00pm.
The ethnic series will conclude for 2012 in November, when recent immigrants and refugees from third-world countries will present their stories, music and cuisine, with an emphasis on the American holiday of Thanksgiving. More salutes are planned for 2013 and will include African American and Italian cultures.
For more information, see www.aurorahistory.net, Facebook, or call .
Exhibit: October 6-27, 2012 Wednesdays-Saturdays, Noon-4pm
Pierce Art and History Center, 20 E. Downer Place, Aurora, IL 60505
Free.
Aurora’s German heritage is a long one, and this October, during the 175th anniversary celebration year, the people and their contributions to the development and culture of the city will be highlighted at the Aurora Historical Society. The salute begins on Friday, October 5 with a free opening reception at the Pierce Art and History Center, 20 E. Downer Place, 60505 from 5-8pm. Authentic foods from the oldest retail shop in Aurora, the Wurst Kitchen, which dates back to 1895 will accompany authentic beers and wines from the old country. Bob Kresz, a musician whose family has made German music in Aurora for decades, will be on hand with friends to provide traditional tunes suitable for the polka and the waltz, if party-goers are so moved. Sponsors of the party, celebrating their German heritage, are Ed and Sharon Stredde.
The exhibit, co-curated with Ed Heriaud, historian of the Turners Club, will be unveiled at the party and will run through October 27. Regular museum hours are Wednesdays-Saturdays, noon-4:00pm.
The ethnic series will conclude for 2012 in November, when recent immigrants and refugees from third-world countries will present their stories, music and cuisine, with an emphasis on the American holiday of Thanksgiving. More salutes are planned for 2013 and will include African American and Italian cultures.
For more information, see www.aurorahistory.net, Facebook, or call .
Sunday, September 30, 2012
Oct. 6: Lions Club Fall Fun Fest
A first-ever Fall Fest with food, face painting and a craft show will be held at Luigi's Pizza and Fun Center, 732 Prairie St. in Aurora, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 6.
Kids and adults are invited. Admission is free. The sponsor is the Aurora Noon Lions Club.
The first 100 children to attend will receive a free mini-pumpkin and $1 food coupons for hot dogs, pizza and ice cream.
Free photos will be taken of children on a fire truck or in a police car.
Crafts by local artists will be sold and a garage sale will be held at the fest. Five varieties of Lions brooms--from kids-size to industrial push broom will be available.
Luigi's game room will be open. Used eyeglasses will be accepted for recycling.
Proceeds will benefit Lions vision and hearing-impaired charities.
Tuesday, September 25, 2012
Sept 29: Harvest Day @ Aurora Farmers Market
Aurora’s Farmers Market Downtown
“The oldest Farmers Market in the State of Illinois!”
Harvest Day @ the Market Saturday, September 29, 2012
Wilder Promenade - 350 N. River Street 7:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Wilder Promenade - 350 N. River Street 7:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
DEMONSTRATIONS @ the Demo Tent:
- 8:00 a.m. – Salsa Man Secrets – “Come Early, Get Secrets!” You won’t want to miss the “Salsa Man” (a.k.a. Dan Barreiro) as he reveals some of his clandestine Salsa making techniques. Utilizing locally grown farm fresh ingredients, “Salsa Man” will craft before your very eyes, one of his healthful and flavorful top-secret recipes. Spicy? Savory? Sweet? Only those in attendance will know the SECRET! But you can guarantee your taste buds will be tantalized and tingling. Recipes and samples will be included.
- 9:00 a.m. Autumn Wreath – Learn how to spice up your fall décor from Susan Johnson, Phillips Park Horticulturalist. Susan will demonstrate an easy to make Autumn Wreath perfect to add seasonal color to your front door or over the mantle.
- 10:00 a.m. – Preserving the Harvest - If you’re up to your elbows in tomatoes or apples this month, then chances are you need a little nudge in the right direction. Why not reap the benefits of locally grown fruits and vegetables harvested at the peak of ripeness! University of Illinois Extension Nutrition & Wellness Educator Laura Barr and Master Gardener Ruth Ann Seney will alleviate any fear you might have of Home Canning. Their presentation will demonstrate the differences in water bath and pressure canning, equipment choices, ph values of foods and best practices. Discover the deeply rewarding experience of selecting your own produce and canning it into delicious homemade preserves, pickles and more.
ACTIVITIES & EXTRAS:
- ENTERTAINMENT: The Goats -Led by renowned musician and cello prodigy Eric Ross, this versatile group of dynamic twenty-something’s offer a unique musical mélange of string instruments, including cello, guitar and violin. Their unique sound is based in classical and acoustic repertoires with enthusiastic touches of folk, pop, jazz, and world music.
- Children’s Autumn Crafts: Fall is in the air so let the kids have some fun making autumn themed crafts with Chris Kral and Jennifer Tannenbaum experts in crafting!
- Aurora Hispanic Heritage Masks: Come make a mask in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month courtesy of the Aurora Hispanic Heritage Board. FREE
- Animal Control & Friends of Animal Control: Bring home a new F.B.F. (Furry Best Friend)! Puppies, Kittens, Dogs & Cats, all ready for a loving home will be onsite for a “Meet & Sniff”. Adoption information will be available.
- Aurora Fire Prevention: Learn about Fire Safety and see an Aurora Fire truck up close.
- The Aurora Public Library Foundation Book Sale: A wide selection of new, used, donated, ex-Library books and some advanced reading copies. ONLY 50 cents to $1 with donations gladly accepted. All proceeds benefit the Foundation’s early childhood literacy and technology initiatives.
- FACE Painting FUN: Dots and Splashes’ Chris Kierstead, famed “Visage Festooner”, will be onsite embellishing faces with colorful works of art! FREE
- Farmers Market Photo Ops: Farmer Up! Get your picture with our Market Mascots “Penelopea” & “Cornelius”. Plus you can also “Get Your Farmer On” in Grant Woods’ “American Gothic” painting or maybe you are more an “Aurora Andy.” No matter your choice it will be fun and memorable for everyone. FREE
- Friends of Phillips Park: Fall planting brings Spring beauty! FREE Tulip Bulbs along with a selection of fall foliage plants and perennials will be offered for a small donation along with horticulture information.
- Aurora Historical Society: Have your picture taken with Andy Aurora and the Aurora Historical Society's 1922 Chevy panel truck, the kind of vehicle that was once a common sight on the streets of Aurora as a delivery wagon. Plus a historical display of the City of Lights!
- Paddle and Trail: FREE BIKE VALET! Just pedal to the market and valet check your bike for FREE while you shop! Paddle and Trail staff will also perform a complimentary inspection to ensure your equipment is at maximum performance.
- Insure One: FREE beverage mugs and information regarding your insurance needs.
- Grand Dental Fox Valley: Meet & Greet with Dr. Taina Yanez. They’ll have FREE Pumpkins for children to decorate and take home! PLUS Grand Dental will be hosting a “Magic Show” Oct. 28 at the Akoo Theatre to benefit Salute Inc. Salute Inc. passionately pursues meeting the financial, physical and emotional needs of military service members, veterans and their families. Discount tickets are available for only $30 (Reg. $42), all proceeds benefit Salute Inc.
- REGISTER TO VOTE: Deputy Registrars from the League of Women Voters of Illinois will be on hand to assist with voter registration. If you are a US citizen who is a resident of Illinois, here’s an opportunity to sign up now to exercise your right to vote!
- The Light of the Heart: A Community Art Therapy Project: Come and show off your creativity with a fun and simple art activity. All ages welcome to participate!
- Fox Valley Montessori School – Scout Pack 6: Help support the scouts with their Popcorn Fundraiser.
- Dreyer Medical Clinic – Cardiology Department, Highland Campus: - Complimentary blood pressure checks and education materials on Hypertension, heart healthy diet and smoking cessation.
- Missing Children Child Search: Information to raising awareness of missing children and complimentary Kettle corn with a donation.
Harvest Day Vendor Specials:
- Juice Plus: FREE decorated pumpkin with Orchard, Garden and Vineyard Trio purchase.
- Dick’s Mini Donuts: BUY a Mini “D: GET a Mini “D” FREE! PLUS Dick’s Donut Mascot!
- Pampered Chef: FREE Apple Wedger (with a $60 purchase), FREE Shipping & FREE Recipe Card for stopping by!
- PLUS Many More Specials!
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)
