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The Midweek Farmers Market is open Wednesdays through Sept. 27.  AURORA, IL — Aurora’s Midweek Farmers Market made its return this week. Located in the former Walmart parking lot at 2131 W. Galena Boulevard, the market is open from noon to 5 p.m. Wednesdays through Sept. 27. Offerings include more than 20 farm, food and artisan vendors with fresh fruits and vegetables, desserts and homemade gifts and art. Another farmers market in Aurora’s downtown is open from 8 a.m. to noon Saturdays through Oct. 21. The signature downtown market is located at the Aurora Transportation Center, 233 N. Broadway Ave.

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A reminder that there is a 5th Ward neighborhood on July 19th.  West Aurora Concerned Citizens will be meeting at 6:30pm at Orchard Valley. All 5th Ward residents are welcome.

By Steve Lord Aurora Beacon-News.

A recent online study ranked the city of Aurora as one of the Top 20 best run cities in America. In the study released Monday, Wallet Hub, an online financial website, had Aurora ranked at 20 out of 150 of the country’s largest cities. It is the second year in a row Aurora has cracked the Top 20 in the Wallet Hub survey, having been ranked at 18 in 2016.

“While today marks only my second month in office, for the past decade I have had the honor of serving on the Aurora City Council with dedicated public servants and working with stalwart city staff members who are all committed to doing what is best for Aurora,” said Mayor Richard Irvin. “We are very proud that our efforts are being recognized locally, regionally and nationally.” Continue reading

Know the dos and don’ts of a safe barbecue By Shannon Antinori (Patch National Staff) – Updated July 3, 2017

AURORA, IL — The Aurora Fire Department offers some simple safety tips to prevent your 4th of July cookout from going up in flames. Here are some dos and don’ts of safe grilling: 

• Always supervise a barbecue grill when in use.
• Never grill indoors – not in your house, camper, tent or any enclosed area.

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Fox Valley Park District is working to bring a bit of the Ravinia experience to Aurora.

This summer, the district’s Blackberry Farm is holding a series of concerts called “Live and Uncorked.”

According to district officials, participants can bring lawn chairs, blankets, coolers, food and drinks — including beer and wine.

Admission is $5, and each show runs from 7 to 9 p.m. Upcoming shows include:

• Piano Man on July 6. This show is a tribute to Elton John and Billy Joel.

• Jamie Campbell & The Redneck Romeos on July 13. This six-piece group plays a variety of country music hits.

• Semple on July 20. Keith Semple and his band perform a variety of songs from the 1970s to today.

• Live & Uncorked: Trivia Edition on Aug. 3. Participants can take part in a trivia contest to win prizes.

Learn what’s happening in Aurora for the 4th of July Celebration right here! Check the link below for the City of Aurora’s flyer listing events in and around the city. It’s never to early to make your plans.  CLICK HERE

Congratulations to our recently elected Orchard Valley Board of Directors. Christine Galati has been appointed Vice-President and Brian Kish Secretary. We also thank outgoing President Zach Hubeck for his dedicated service.

A complete Board Member listing can be found by CLICKING HERE

“A son’s first hero, a daughter’s first love”.  
Happy Fathers Day!

A beautiful day in Canterbury Park for our annual Picnic in the Park. A large gathering of neighbors with great food equaled a fantastic day!

PIO Dan Ferrelli from Aurora IL Police Department
With school summer vacation season upon us we ask the question: “Do YOU know where YOUR children are?”
City of Aurora Curfew Hours:10 p.m. for ages 15 and under every night. For youth age 16 and 17, it is 11 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and Midnight Friday and Saturday
When a juvenile violates curfew, he/she will be arrested, photographed and fingerprinted. The guardian/parent will be called to pick up the minor. They also may have to appear in local court. There are exceptions in this ordinance to allow for work, school activities and church events. Further charges against the parent or guardian are also possible.