Good morning, Aurora.

Michelle Curiel, a school social worker from Oswego, was honored on Sept.18 by United Voices for Children with the Rev.

Margaret Ann Williams Service Award—she was recognized for her work with children at Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora.

CASA Kane County will host the 2025 Community Educational Conference, Shaping the Future: Community Summit on Youth, Recovery and Reform on October 16 at Elgin Community College’s Seigle Auditorium—featuring youth advocate Joshua Wayne and panel sessions aimed at improving care for foster children—with a Resource Expo from 10:45 a.m. to noon and registration at $25 due by October 9.

Dandelion Delivery Service Concert

6-8 p.m. — The Venue — Free entry — Experience an eclectic fusion of music with Dandelion Delivery Service's multidimensional soundscapes.

Ultimate Holiday & Designer Sale

1 PM — Galena Randall — Free entry — Discover stylish wardrobe items and holiday essentials at this unique sale.

Fall Fest and Auto Show

6 p.m. — Lebanon Park — Fun for all ages — Celebrate autumn with a car show, food trucks, and festive activities.

Motown Nation at Lumenaura

6 PM — Aurora Downtown — Experience the magic of a glowing wonderland filled with immersive light and sound.

Diwali Celebration: The Festival of Lights

6-8 p.m. — Eola Community Center — Free entry — Celebrate the Festival of Lights with crafts, activities, and an interactive Bollywood performance.

Covenant - Play

7-11 p.m. — Copley Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a captivating performance at the Copley Theatre in Aurora.

Nathan Graham Live at The Venue

8-9:30 p.m. — The Venue — $20-$25 — Experience soulful melodies and engaging storytelling from Chicago's own Nathan Graham.

Halloween Hayride

5:00 – 6:30 p.m. — Blackberry Farm — Family-friendly activities — Dress up and enjoy a scenic hayride, s'mores, and fun at the campfire.

Matt Schofield Live Performance

7-9:30 p.m. — The Venue — $20-$25 — Experience the virtuosity of award-winning guitarist Matt Schofield as he redefines British Blues.

Haunted Train Ride

6:30-8 p.m. — Blackberry Farm — Ticketed event — Experience a spooky journey filled with ghosts, witches, and goblins on the haunted train ride.