There are lots of ways people keep busy after they retire: spending time with their grandchildren, golfing, traveling, researching their family tree, and, let’s not forget, playing pickleball. But according to the co-author of the book “What Retirees Want,” there’s one thing retirees don’t seem to be doing much of, and that’s volunteering. Only 26% … Read more
A Sunday School teacher’s creativity is shining at Zion Lutheran Church in Naperville, and because of that imagination, this month the entire congregation is in the September spotlight! Dawn Bodine has been teaching Sunday school for 15 years. About a year ago, she was inspired to challenge her students to do something good for their … Read more
Representative Lauren Underwood visited the Aurora Area Interfaith Food Pantry in August to talk to neighbors about the Affordable Connectivity Program. The program helps connect families and households struggling to afford internet service. The benefit provides up to a $30-a-month discount for internet service. A one-time discount of up to $100 for a laptop, desktop … Read more
In the spotlight in August, meet Sister Katrina. A Sister with a purpose and a former Catholic educator who is still making a difference! In 2021, after 53 years of teaching children in Catholic schools, Sister Katrina took a six-month sabbatical. While on break, she prayed and said, “I felt a calling to serve the … Read more
Jim retired years ago, but he knew he had more time and energy to give. He saw an article in the newspaper about the need for volunteers at the Aurora Food Pantry and has been giving his time stocking shelves and collecting food for four years now. Jim says, “Volunteering is rewarding. It’s for a … Read more
In the spotlight for June, meet Eddie! Eddie is the Program Director at the Aurora Area Interfaith Food Pantry. He has worked at the pantry for more than 10 years! Eddie also volunteers at the City of Aurora Emergency Management. Last month, Eddie was recognized by the Aurora Fire Department for his actions in assisting … Read more
The largest single-day food drive in America is coming up this Saturday, May 13, 2023. Local letter carriers are working with food banks across the country to hold the Stamp Out Hunger food drive. Saturday’s drive comes at a time when inflation is one of the roadblocks affecting millions of families and also preventing food … Read more
We all celebrate in different ways with different traditions. But nearly every holiday memory you create this year will involve food. Katie Arko, Senior Director of Development, shares her favorite holiday meal and traditions! Little Pig Souffle Recipe Ingredients: 6 slices of white bread, cubed 2 cups grated cheddar cheese 1 lb. sausage 4-6 eggs 2 … Read more
In This Issue: Closed Monday, July 4 Share Your Story Evening Distribution Bookmobile Stops Senior Meal Distributions Guest Booths at Distributions July Events Closed Monday, July 4 We will be closed Monday, July 4, 2022, in observance of Independence Day. We will reopen for indoor distribution on Tuesday, July 5, 2022, from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. To view … Read more
In This Issue: Aurora Library – Shred Event Senior Meal Distributions Internet Service Credit Guest Booths at Distributions Aurora Library – Shred Event Bring your documents to have tossed into the shredder truck for safe discard and recycling! This event is provided in partnership with KCT Credit Union and the Office of State Rep. Barbara Hernandez. … Read more