Honoring Latinx Roots in the Aurora Area Hispanic Heritage Month in Aurora offers a window into the city’s vibrant, diverse communities, and few local businesses capture that spirit more than Dapper Brews. Located within Nide Jardin, this cafe is the creation of a lifelong Aurora resident dedicated…
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Discovering the soul of a community is as simple as visiting its independent bookstores, and in the Aurora Area, Harvey's Tales and Yellow Bird Books offer two exceptional windows into the creativity, warmth, and hospitality that define our region. Whether wandering Aurora’s vibrant downtown or…
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Honoring Latinx Roots in the Aurora Area The Aurora Area is full of culture and history, effortlessly blending the stories of old with the vibrant energy of today. Many Hispanic and Latinx people came to this area in hope for a better life, their journeys shaped by courage and an unwavering dream…
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Aurora’s culinary scene recently took center stage on ABC7’s “Cooking Up a Storm”! Chefs Keonte’ Tooles and Rayshawn Hendricks of Touché French Creole brought the vibrant taste of New Orleans to Chicago, sharing their signature shrimp and grits with a Tabasco beurre blanc sauce, all live on air…
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Celebrating Latinx Entrepreneurs in the Aurora Area: Spotlight on Undisputed Vintage When you visit the Aurora Area, you’re stepping into a community rooted in history, culture, and resilience. The Fox River Valley has long been shaped by the stories of its people—generations who have called this…
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The Christkindlmarket is delighted to announce the return of its cherished holiday tradition for its 4th year at RiverEdge Park in Aurora, Illinois. The Aurora location opens on Friday, November 21st, 2025, and will as always be admission free, featuring authentic vendors, live entertainment, and…
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Penrose Brewing continues to cement its reputation as a leader in the craft beverage world, repeating six medals at the 2025 U.S. Open Hard Seltzer Championship. The competition, held in Oxford, Ohio, is the largest hard seltzer judging event in the United States, attracting top producers who…
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Summer in the Aurora Area is a season of celebration, community, and unforgettable experiences. If you’re looking for ways to make the most of the warm weather, lively weekends, and vibrant local culture, you’ll find something for everyone at these can’t-miss festivals. Whether you’re a foodie…
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Looking for the perfect place to celebrate Independence Day with your family and friends? The Aurora area is buzzing with excitement, offering a full lineup of festive events, dazzling fireworks, and classic summer fun—all just a short drive from Chicago! Thursday, July 3: Kick Off the Celebration…
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Paramount Theatre’s smash hit Million Dollar Quartet, a “roof-rattling…rapturous celebration of early rock ‘n’ roll” (Daily Herald), won’t stop rockin’ anytime soon at Paramount’s new Stolp Island Theatre, where performances have just been extended an additional six months through January 4, 2026…
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