Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 12th of October.
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🏘️ Community
Wesley United Methodist Church at 14 N.
May St. in Aurora is hosting an 'Immigration 101: Welcoming the Stranger' workshop today from 12:30 to 3 p.m., where panelists from Aurora Rapid Response Team, Exodus World Service, World Relief and Justice for Our Neighbors will answer questions about current immigration issues. Refreshments will be served from 11:30 a.m.—the free event aims to help community members learn ways to support their immigrant neighbors.
🏛️ Government
Residents attended a forum on immigration policy hosted by U.S. Rep. Lauren Underwood on Oct.
10—where speakers recounted ICE sightings from Thursday—while community members shared personal hardships and called for change. Mayor John Laesch—defending local law enforcement and urging neighbors to support one another—stressed the need to stand together against federal actions that have unsettled the community.
🎉 Aurora Events
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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.
Little Mania Midget Wrestling
7:00-8:30 p.m. — the PIAZZA - Aurora — Ticket prices vary — Experience the biggest mini wrestling show with pint-sized powerhouses in the ring.
7th Heaven Halloween Bash
9-11 p.m. — The Piazza — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate Halloween with 7th Heaven's high-energy rock performance and a $500 costume contest.
The Claudettes Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — The Venue — $20-$25 — Experience the unique blend of blues, jazz, and rockabilly from this acclaimed Chicago band.
Feed Starving Children
9:00 – 10:45 AM — Feed My Starving Children — Volunteer opportunity — Participate in a hands-on service project to help end child hunger worldwide.
Eric Johanson Live Concert
7:00 – 8:30 PM — The Venue — $20-$25 — Experience the dynamic guitar-driven sounds of Eric Johanson, blending rock, blues, and roots music.
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