Events in June, 2012

Aurora Police will stage “Cop on Top” events at four area Dunkin’ Donuts shops on June 1. In exchange for a donation to Special Olympics customers will receive a certificate for a free donut. The fundraisers will take place from 5 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Dunkin’ Donuts at 1237 N. Eola Rd.; 2380 S. Eola; 2112 W. Galena Blvd.; and 1255 N. Farnsworth Av. A variety of Special Olympics Torch Run memorabilia will also be for sale.

The Aurora Farmers Market will be celebrating its 100th anniversary this year. The market, which will be held each Saturday through October, features farm-fresh produce, a variety of flowers, food demonstrations, knife sharpening and more. For more information, visit the Farmers Market page.

State law now bans electronics from being sent to landfills. Aurora offers twice-monthly collection sites for you to conveniently dispose of old or unwanted electronics. For a complete list of accepted items, call 630-256-INFO or visit the City’s website. Residents with ground-level floors also can schedule a front-door collection appointment (maximum 10 items) by calling the City’s vendor, Vintage Tech Recyclers, at 630-305-0922.

The Aurora Farmers Market will be celebrating its 100th anniversary this year. The market, which will be held each Saturday through October, features farm-fresh produce, a variety of flowers, food demonstrations, knife sharpening and more. For more information, visit the Farmers Market page.

The outdoor European-style vintage and collectable market will be held in the heart of downtown on the second Saturday of each month through September. Just a reminder, the Downer Place bridges will be closed. Visit the City’s website to learn more about downtown parking. For more information on the market, contact Jeannie Norris at norrisjeanne@gmail.com.

The Paddlesports Festival is a two-day canoeing and kayaking event featuring plenty of activities both on water and land for beginners and experts alike. Patrons can take free boating lessons and check out vendor demonstrations and skill competitions. If you’re looking for a land-based alternative, you can visit the Art in the Park event featuring live music, an art sale and show as well as refreshments for purchase. Festival starts at 9 a.m. and Art in the Park is from noon to 5 p.m. For more information, visit www.aurorapaddlesportsfestival.org and the City’s website.

Aurora Green Fest is a free city-wide eco-fest showcasing the latest environmental ideas and technology. The event has expanded to more than 50 vendors featuring environmental products, services, money saving tips, live music, food, speakers and hands-on children’s activities. A new exhibit this year will be the electric and high-efficiency car show. For more information, visit www.auroragreenlights.org.

The Paddlesports Festival is a two-day canoeing and kayaking event featuring plenty of activities both on water and land for beginners and experts alike. Patrons can take free boating lessons and check out vendor demonstrations and skill competitions. If you’re looking for a land-based alternative, you can visit the Art in the Park event featuring live music, an art sale and show as well as refreshments for purchase. Festival starts at 9 a.m. and Art in the Park is from noon to 5 p.m. For more information, visit www.aurorapaddlesportsfestival.org and the City’s website.

The Aurora Farmers Market will be celebrating its 100th anniversary this year. The market, which will be held each Saturday through October, features farm-fresh produce, a variety of flowers, food demonstrations, knife sharpening and more. For more information, visit the Farmers Market page.

Come to Garfield Park for magic and balloon creations by Pancakes the Clown and enjoy live music provided by Dan Becker and the Tourists. Garfield Park Magic and Music Nights is sponsored by the Ward One Committee and will be held on Thursday, June 21 and July 19, 2012 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. (rain dates are Friday, June 22 and July 20, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.).

The Aurora Farmers Market will be celebrating its 100th anniversary this year. The market, which will be held each Saturday through October, features farm-fresh produce, a variety of flowers, food demonstrations, knife sharpening and more. For more information, visit the Farmers Market page.

The Aurora Farmers Market will be celebrating its 100th anniversary this year. The market, which will be held each Saturday through October, features farm-fresh produce, a variety of flowers, food demonstrations, knife sharpening and more. For more information, visit the Farmers Market page.