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Second annual Makers Market at Aurora Central Catholic seeks vendors

Submitted by Aurora Central Catholic
Oct 15, 2026 4:24 pm - On Nov. 14, Aurora Central Catholic High School will host its second annual Makers Market, featuring local crafters and vendors selling handmade gifts, home decor, artwork, clothing, and seasonal items.
Fermi Community Orchestra presents ‘Haunted Romantics’ concert Nov. 8 in Aurora

By Julie Ganas, Fermi Community Orchestra
Oct 13, 2026 7:32 pm - On Nov. 8, the Fermi Community Orchestra with the Fermi Community Strings will perform “Haunted Romantics: Shadows of Fate” at Aurora University's Crimi Auditorium. The program includes works by Prokofiev, Mussorgsky, and Berlioz, with cellist Santiago Uribe Cardona featured in Bruch's “Kol Nidrei,” while the Strings will perform pieces by Silva, Beethoven, and Tchaikovsky.
New report finds DuPage County’s creative economy generates $8 billion in economic activity

Submitted by DuPage Foundation
Oct 13, 2026 5:55 pm - DuPage County's creative economy generates $8 billion in economic activity and supports 38,208 jobs, representing 7.9% of total employment, according to a new assessment by Arts DuPage and DuPage Foundation.
Taste of Norway offers food, crafts, cooking demonstrations Nov. 1

Submitted by Al Benson
Oct 13, 2026 2:32 pm - On Nov. 1, Sons of Norway Polar Star Chapter hosts annual Taste of Norway Hostfest at St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Montgomery, featuring traditional Norwegian food, crafts, and cooking demonstrations.
Repeat Boutique hosts Oct. 29 benefit to help neighbors in need

By Gina Kraman, Repeat Boutique
Oct 13, 2026 12:45 pm - On Oct. 29, Repeat Boutique in Carol Stream will host a fundraiser at The Carlisle in Lombard to support their mission of providing free clothing and household goods to families in need. Registration closes Oct. 20.
FOCUS Ministries launches October campaign to raise $60k for free domestic violence counseling

By Tabitha Sani, FOCUS Ministries Inc.
Oct 13, 2026 11:07 am - FOCUS Ministries Inc., a Villa Park nonprofit which has served domestic violence victims for over 30 years, seeks to raise $60,000 during Domestic Violence Awareness Month to continue providing free counseling and support services.
West Suburban Community Pantry to hold State of Hunger event Oct. 14 on rising food insecurity

Submitted by Deborah Newman
Oct 08, 2026 3:31 pm - West Suburban Community Pantry will host a free State of the Pantry event on Oct. 14 in Woodridge, featuring tours of their facilities and updates on food insecurity challenges in DuPage and Will counties.
Village Theatre Guild opens 63rd season with ‘Tiny Beautiful Things’

By Carl Zeitler, Village Theatre Guild
Oct 08, 2026 3:03 pm - Village Theatre Guild launches its 63rd season with “Tiny Beautiful Things,” an adaptation of Cheryl Strayed’s book running Oct. 16 to Nov. 7. The play explores real-life stories of love, loss, and human resilience through intimate dialogue and raw emotions.
Lincoln Junior High students named Pollinator Protectors of the Year for state bee project

By Lonnie Morris, DuPage Monarch Project
Oct 07, 2026 12:38 pm - Eighth-grade students at Lincoln Junior High in Naperville have been recognized as Pollinator Protectors of the Year by the DuPage Monarch Project for their instrumental role in making the black and gold bumble bee Illinois’ official state bee.
Illinois Brass Band marks 35th anniversary with special concert at Aurora University

Submitted by Illinois Brass Band
Oct 07, 2026 12:26 pm - The Illinois Brass Band will celebrate its 35th anniversary on Nov. 1 at Aurora University’s Crimi Auditorium. It will feature Chicago Symphony Orchestra’s principal trombonist Timothy Higgins as guest soloist, performing challenging pieces including Langford’s “Rhapsody for Trombone and Brass Band” and Sparke’s “Sambezi.”

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