The new Paramount School of the Arts will celebrate its Grand Opening on Saturday, June 1, 2019, a date that will launch a new era for the live performing arts in downtown Aurora. Paramount School of the Arts, 20 S….
Aurora Public Art is hosting a hip-hop tribute on Saturday, May 18 from 2-4 p.m. to celebrate the closing of their current exhibit, Reanimation, which addresses social identities and cultural misconceptions about men of color in the U.S. Kevin Coval,…
On May 3, First Fridays brings more than 30 food trucks to its night of art, music, and more in downtown Aurora. The fourth annual Food Truck Festival fills Benton Street from 5 to 10 p.m. with food vendors ranging…
Aurora Downtown hosts the third annual Egg Hunt on the Island on Saturday, April 13 from 1 to 4 p.m. The free, all ages egg and fun hunt invites families to explore downtown Aurora. Similar to a First Fridays event,…
Fox River Arts Ramble is a two-day self-guided tour of art in the valley. The Ramble, a collaborative effort of the Fine Line Creative Arts Center, the St Charles Arts Council, and Water Street Studios, is coming to the Fox…
On April 5, First Fridays adds comedy, the Easter bunny, and poetry readings to its night of art, music, and more in downtown Aurora. On The Fox Comedy Festival presents “Alt,” a showcase of alternative stand-up comedy from 8 to…
On The Fox Comedy Festival debuts in downtown Aurora with a four-day slate of shows Thursday, April 4 through Sunday, April 7. The comedy festival will feature a debut album recording by Rockford-based comedian Scott Galvin at Two Brothers Roundhouse,…
“Someone has to let people know it’s broken,” says a character in the drama “These Shining Lives,” referring to the lack of concern by companies to protect the health of employees. “I think the message of this play is that…
First Fridays on March 1 will host several events centered around the shared community goal of raising funds for victims’ families of the Henry Pratt Co. tragedy. Aurora Strong wristbands will be sold for a donation to victims’ families at…
A final look at historic aerial photographs of Aurora and the debut of an original song, “Aurora Strong”, will be the focus of the closing reception for the Aurora Historical Society exhibit, “Aurora From the Air”. The reception, with light…
