🏡 Welcome to the First Aurora Newsletter

Hi neighbors,

Welcome to the very first issue of the Aurora Newsletter — a free local email sharing community news, local businesses, events, and everyday life here along the Ohio River.

My goal is simple:

👉 Keep our town connected.
👉 Support local businesses.
👉 Share what’s happening around Aurora.

If you enjoy this newsletter, please forward it to a friend or neighbor — that’s how we grow.

— Peggy Jones

🦅 Bald Eagles Around Aurora

Bald eagle spotted just outside Aurora this week

Have you ever spotted one along the road as you're heading into Aurora?

Bald eagles have made a strong comeback in the Ohio River Valley over the past couple of decades. Once nearly gone from the region, they are now commonly seen soaring over the river or perched in tall trees along the shoreline.

This week I spotted one myself while heading into town and managed to grab a photo.

Eagles prefer areas near water where they can hunt fish, which makes the Ohio River and surrounding farmland perfect habitat. During the winter months especially, more eagles can often be seen along the riverbanks.

So next time you're driving along the river or heading into town, keep an eye on the treetops—you might spot one of these incredible birds watching over our little river town.

📸 Have you taken a photo of an eagle or other wildlife around Aurora? Send it in and we may feature it in a future issue!📅 This Week in Aurora (March 18 – March 24)

📅 This Week in Aurora (March 18 – March 24)

“Looking for something to do in Aurora this week? Here’s everything happening around town.”

Wednesday (3/18)

🏫 Spring Break — No School

🚶‍♀️ Get WalkIN’ – Morning Community Walk – 9:00 AM
Start your morning with an energizing walk around Aurora! Meet outside the library for a casual group walk.
📍 Aurora Public Library

📚 Storytime with Miss Emily – 10:30 AM
Fun stories and activities with a “green” theme this month.
📍 Aurora Public Library

🎭 Missoula Children’s Theatre Rehearsal – 10:00 AM – 2:15 PM
Students prepare for this week’s performance of Cinderella.
📍 St. John Lutheran School

🏋️ Fitness Classes – Aurora Community Center
• Full Body Fitness – 6:00 AM
• Step & Strength – 9:00 AM
• Life Ready Fitness – 10:15 AM
• Pilates with Emily – 6:00 PM
📍 Aurora Recreation Community Center

Thursday (3/19)

🎭 Missoula Children’s Theatre Rehearsal – 10:00 AM – 2:15 PM
📍 St. John Lutheran School

🎮 Gaming & Grub – 4:00 PM
Nintendo Switch games, snacks, and fun.
Ages 13–19 welcome
📍 Aurora Public Library

🎲 Advanced Role-Playing Games – 6:00 PM
For experienced players ready to take their game to the next level.
Ages 14–19 welcome
📍 Aurora Public Library

🏋️ Fitness Classes – Aurora Community Center
• Group Strength – 9:00 AM
• Gentle Yoga – 10:15 AM
• Hannah’s Group Fitness (Premium) – 6:00 PM
• Tai Chi Chaun – 7:00 PM
📍 Aurora Recreation Community Center

Friday (3/20)

🎭 Missoula Children’s Theatre Rehearsal – 10:00 AM – 2:15 PM
📍 St. John Lutheran School

📚 Storytime with Miss Emily – 10:30 AM
📍 Aurora Public Library

🍽️ Fish Fry – 4:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Fish, mac & cheese, slaw, green beans, desserts & more
💲 $15 Adults | $7 Children
📍 St. Mary’s, 211 Fourth Street

🏋️ Fitness Classes – Aurora Community Center
• Full Body Fitness – 6:00 AM
• Flow Kick Cardio & Core – 9:00 AM
• Parkinson’s Fitness – 11:00 AM
📍 Aurora Recreation Community Center

Saturday (3/21)

🎭 Cinderella Performance – Missoula Children’s Theatre
🕚 11:00 AM & 1:30 PM
📍 St. John Lutheran School

🏋️ Fitness Class
• Pilates – 9:00 AM
📍 Aurora Recreation Community Center

Sunday (3/22)

(No scheduled events at this time)

Monday (3/23)

🏋️ Fitness Classes – Aurora Community Center
• Full Body Fitness – 6:00 AM
• Group Strength – 9:00 AM
• Gentle Yoga – 10:15 AM
• Parkinson’s Fitness – 11:00 AM
• Hannah’s Group Fitness (Premium) – 6:00 PM
📍 Aurora Recreation Community Center

Tuesday (3/24)

🏋️ Fitness Classes – Aurora Community Center
• Yoga Flow – 9:00 AM
NEW: Strength Training – 10:00 AM
• Spin Class (Sign up required) – 5:15 PM
• Spin Class – 6:00 PM
NEW: Soul Fusion – 7:00 PM
📍 Aurora Recreation Community Center

💬 Community Corner

Know something happening in Aurora?

• Grand openings
• Fundraisers
• Local news
• Community announcements

👉 Just reply to this email — I’d love to include it in a future issue.

Missoula Children’ Theatre

Ever dreamed of being a performer? Join APLD and the Missoula Children’s Theatre in their production of Cinderella! MCT is a full-scale production, complete with costumes, scripts, and backdrops, which performers will rehearse and perform in just one week. 1st-12th graders welcome!

Just reply to this email — I’d love to include it in a future issue.

👋 Until Next Time

Thanks for being part of the very first issue.

This newsletter is built by and for our community — and I’m excited to grow it together.

See you next week,

Peggy
Aurora Newsletter

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