September 3 from 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Year of Pleasures by Elizabeth Berg Book Discussion Group

Location:  The Main Library at 1 E. Benton Street.  Multipurpose Room - Lower Level. Call 630-264-4101.

Bring your lunch - we'll provide the dessert!  Copies of the book are available in advance by calling 630-264-4101.

September 4 from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm and

September 11 from 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Genealogy Assistance

Location:  The Main Library at 1 E. Benton Street.  Second Floor. Call 630-264-4101.

Need help with your family history project?  Our informal drop in session can help start your family tree or break down a brick wall that has stopped your research.  Be sure to bring along any family papers that could provide useful information.  Individual 2-hour appointments are also available by calling 630-264-4122.

September 4 from 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Estate Planning for the Average Person:  What Everyone Should Know

Location:  The Main Library at 1 E. Benton Street.  Multipurpose Room - Lower Level.  Call 630-264-4101.

Estate Planning for the Average Person:  What Everyone Should Know Presented by Herbert C. Steinmetz, Jr., of Lowe & Steinmetz, Ltd., Aurora, this program will focus on wills and other basic documents that every individual should have done for estate planning purposes, regardless of the size of their estate or the type of assets that they own.  There will be a discussion of the common problems that are seen after death and what can be done to avoid them and a presentation about the use of trusts (what they are and what they accomplish) in estate planning today.

September 6  10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Books, Bytes and More

Location:  The Main Library at 1 E. Benton Street.  Multipurpose Room - Lower Level. Call 630-264-4101.

Have you been to the library lately? We are not the library your parents took you to. If you haven't walked through the door in ages, come for a website demonstration and a tour of the Main Library to see how we're working for you. Regular library users are welcome, too. You will be surprised by what you'll find.

September 6 at 8 pm

D. L. Hughley

See one of the most highly recognized comedians fresh off his HBO Comedy Special.   With venomous delivery -- on par with Chris Rock, Sam Kinison, and other legends of the genre, D.L Hughley mixes his quick wit and affable personality for a performance that is uncut, raw and outrageously funny.  The popular comedian spent four years starring in his own sitcom The Hughleys, co-starred in the mega-hit Original Kings of Comedy and has proven himself as one of the hardest working men in showbiz. Rated R  

Ticket Prices:  $46.50/36.50 

For tickets call 630-896-6666 or visit: www.TheParamountTheatre.com

September 10 from 6pm – 9pm

Sound Foundations I: Essentials of Stage Sound.

Sound Foundations is something new – crash courses in audio for the uninitiated. The first of a four-week course in live sound, to be followed in October with a course in recording studio sound. Class is by registration only – visit www.soundfoundations.net for details.

September 11 at 5:30 pm

Books and Bread Book Club

September 11th - People's History of the United States by Howard Zinn

Upcoming Books…….

October 10th - People's History of the United States by Howard Zinn

November 13th - The God of War:  A Novel by Marisa Silver

December 11th - Three Cups of Tea by Greg Mortensen and David Oliver Relin

The Books and Bread Book Club meets monthly at downtown Aurora restaurants at 5:30 pm. Contact Karen Christensen (kchristensen@aurora-il.org) to be added to the email list, and for location information.

September 12 from 5:00-8:30 pm 

Opening Reception: The Aurora Public Art Commission presents

Golden Legacy 65 Years of Original Art from Golden Books

5:30-6:00: Presentation by Leonard S. Marcus, author of Golden Legacy: How Golden Books Won Children’s Hearts, Changed Publishing Forever, and Became an American Icon Along the Way

6:00-6:30: Book Signing with Leonard S. Marcus

Location: 20 E. Downer Pl., Aurora, IL 60506

Admission to the opening reception is free.

Musical entertainment by the Papo Quartet.

September 12 from 7:00 pm- 10:00pm

Aurora ArtWalk

An escape from the ordinary.  Come see downtown Aurora as you have never seen it before.  The Aurora ArtWalk includes something for everyone: mini-ballroom dancing lessons, rock concerts, and the art work of local and nationally known artists and much, much more. For more information check out www.AuroraArtWalk.com

September 13 at 1:00 pm

Chef Rick Bayless

The Aurora Public Library is presenting a cooking demo with famous Chicago Chef Rick Bayless at the Paramount Theatre on Saturday, September 13 at 1:00 pm.  Tickets are $12 for preferred seats and a sample tasting. 

There are only 500 $12 tickets available that give viewers preferred seats, and a sample tasting of the chef’s creating.  There will also be 1000 free tickets that are located in the back of the house and the balcony and do NOT include a sample tasting.  These tickets are available at the Aurora Public Library Locations.

September 15 - 6:30 - 7:30 pm

Reading is Top Dog

Location: The Main Library at 1 E. Benton Street.  Multipurpose Room - Lower Level. Call 630-264-4123.

Practice reading your favorite story to our dog friends.  Therapy dog and handle pairs are members of the Fox Valley Therapy Dog Club.

Fridays and Saturdays September 19- November 1 at 8 pm

NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD: THE MUSICAL

Back by popular demand!  To celebrate our 30th anniversary this fall, The Riverfront Playhouse will produce an encore presentation of NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD: THE MUSICAL.  Adapted from the original screenplay by George Romero and John Russo, NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD: THE MUSICAL takes the plot and characters from the classic horror film and molds it to The Riverfront Stage replete with 11 songs with lyrics by Jack Schultz and music by Jack Schultz and Kathleen Dooley.  Be prepared for a thoroughly entertaining night of zombies, blood, dancing and singing!  THIS SHOW SELLS OUT SO ORDER YOUR TICKETS NOW!

Location: 11-13 Water Street Mall, Downtown Aurora     630-897-9496     www.riverfrontplayhouse.com

Dress like a zombie and bring this newsletter in for a $5 discount on Friday night shows!

September 20 at 8pm

An Evening with Joy Behar

Best known for her role as co-host of ABC’s The View,  boisterous, opinionated, real and definitely a New Yorker, Joy Behar brings her hilarious stand-up comedy to the Paramount stage.   Hear anecdotes about her Italian-American family, growing up in Brooklyn and bracingly funny observations about men, all with her trademark tell-it-like-it-is style.   Joy is sure to make you laugh at yourself... like all great comedians can.Runtime: 60-75 min. No Intermission.  Rated R

Ticket Prices:  $58.50/48.50 

For tickets call 630-896-6666 or visit: www.TheParamountTheatre.com

September 22 at 7:30 pm

The Guild

Locaation: Backthird Audio, 67 S. Stolp Ave.

The Guild is a monthly get-together for musicians, producers, promoters - anyone involved in music at any level who's looking to connect with others in the area who are on the same road. They share a drink and socialize, then typically come together for a group conversation on a particular topic. At this month’s Guild meeting we’ll be passing ‘round the guitar and sharing original music with one another.

September 27 at 7:00 pm       

Ballet Folklorico Quetzalcoatl

This nationally recognized dance troupe from Aurora is celebrating it's 25th Anniversary. Amazing choreography and authentic wardrobes, made in Mexico, make this ballet one of the best examples of Mexican tradition and art in the U.S.  This show features the charming and talented Mexican award-winning singer Goyo Cruz. 

Ticket Prices: $22.00/15.00  

For tickets call 630-896-6666 or visit: www.TheParamountTheatre.com

September 27 - 10:30 am

Welcome to Felicity's World

Location: The Main Library at 1 E. Benton Street.  Multipurpose Room - Lower Level. Call 630-264-4123.

Children in grades 2-5 are invited to join us for a peek into American Girl Felicity's life during the American Revolution.  Bring your dolls for stories, games and crafts.

September 27 - 3:00 pm

Spanish Storytime

Location: The Main Library at 1 E. Benton Street.  Multipurpose Room - Lower Level.  Call 630-264-4123.

Come for stories in Spanish for families with children ages 4 and up.

All month long check out the following……..

Saturdays June 21 through September 27 from 7:00 am to Noon

Farmer’s Market

Location: Parking lot at the Aurora Transportation Center, 233 North Broadway

August -September 2008       

Stuart Pearson and Carol Zack Grand Gallery Art Showings

Location: Grand Gallery, 23 E. Galena Blvd.

Artists Reception Date:  Friday, September 12, 2008, 7-9pm

Stuart Pearson hopes to re-awaken the interest of individuals to nature and to the concern for our planet earth through his photography.  His color and black & white photographs produced with a Wooden Field Camera using 4”x5” film consist mainly of local nature and rural scenes.

Carol Zack enjoys using vibrant color in her compositions and takes inspiration from the French impressionist painters.  Carol’s colorful portraits in oil pastel and torn tissue

paper create a unique perspective of integration of surface texture and form.

The Paramount is pleased to offer a visual Art Gallery, located on the 2nd floor of the Grand Gallery.  Meet the artists and join us for complimentary light appetizers and a cash bar on the designated reception dates.  Most artwork is available for purchase.  Support the Arts!  Call Melissa Mercado at (630)723-2485 with any questions you may have regarding the Art Gallery.  For further information, visit the Theatre’s website at www.theparamounttheatre.com.

September 12- October 12, 2008

Exhibit: The Aurora Public Art Commission presents

Golden Legacy 65 Years of Original Art from Golden Books

Book:  Golden Legacy: How Golden Books Won Children’s Hearts, Changed Publishing Forever, and Became an American Icon Along the Way By Leonard S. Marcus (Random House)

Location: 20 E. Downer Pl., Aurora, IL 60506

Regular Gallery Hours: Wednesday-Sunday   Noon-4:00 P.M. 

Suggested Donations: $3.00 for Adults, $1.50 for Students and seniors

Tuesdays, September 9 through October 21 from 10:30 - 11:00 am

Preschool Storytime

Location: The Main Library at 1 E. Benton Street.  Multipurpose Room - Lower Level.  Call 630-264-4123.

For 3-5 year olds.

Wednesdays, September 10 - October 29 from 9:30 - 9:40 am

Lapsit Storytime

Location: The Main Library at 1 E. Benton Street.  Multipurpose Room - Lower Level.  Call 630-264-4123.

For 12-24 months with caregiver.

Wednesdays, September 10 through October 29 - 10:30 - 11:00 am

Toddler Storytime

Location: The Main Library at 1 E. Benton Street.  Multipurpose Room - Lower Level.  Call 630-264-4123.

For 2-3 year olds with caregiver.

Now through September 14

Aurora Historical Society Exhibit, "Arranged Truth: Dressing for the Photographer"

Location: David L. Pierce Art & History Center, 20 E. Downer Place

Hours:  Wed-Sun, Noon to 4:00

Exhibit looks at the history of portrait photography, using old images, cameras, and clothing.

Beginning September 19

Opening Friday, September 19 5:00 to 7:30 p.m

Aurora Historical Society Exhibit

Captured Light:  Early American Pressed Glass

Location: David L. Pierce Art & History Center, 20 E. Downer Place

Hours:  Wed-Sun, Noon to 4:00

This special exhibit, commemorates the 75th Anniversary of Aurora's own Midwest Early American Pressed Glass Club, outlining the history and types of glass, and showcasing the unique treasures of the club's members.