🌮 Tacos, Queso & a Relaxed Night Out in Aurora

If you’re looking for a great spot to unwind, enjoy good food, and take in a little fresh air, Alejandra’s Authentic Mexican Restaurant is definitely worth a visit.

Located right in town, it’s a go-to for classic Mexican favorites — and one of the best parts right now is the outdoor seating, perfect for sitting back with a cold beer and enjoying a relaxed evening.

On our visit, the choriqueso was a standout — warm, cheesy, and full of flavor. The tostada was fresh and satisfying, and if you’re a steak fan, the Steak El Valle comes highly recommended — Nathan said it was one of his favorites.

Their menu has a little bit of everything — from tacos and fajitas to burritos and combination plates — all served in a casual, welcoming atmosphere that makes it easy to stay a while.

If you’re planning a midweek dinner, it’s also worth checking if they’re running specials — always a great excuse to stop in.

Whether you’re grabbing a quick bite or settling in outside for the evening, it’s one of those places you’ll find yourself coming back to.

📅 This Week in Aurora (April 15 – April 21)

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

🚶‍♀️ 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 (Ages 0–5) – 10:30 AM
We’re visiting castles! We’ll read about a prince who needs to wake a sleepy princess, a king of books, knight owl, and kite princess.
📍 Aurora Public Library

📚 Tween Tabletop Role Playing Games Club – 4:30 PM
Set out to help a friend find a rare treasure, rescue a town from evil goblins, or maybe even save the world in the Tween Tabletop RPG Club! Using easy to learn and use rules, delve into the world of table-top roleplaying games and explore storytelling at its finest. Ages 7-12 welcome!
📍 Aurora Public Library

🏋️ Fitness Classes – Aurora Community Center
📍 Aurora Recreation Community Center
• Morning Momentum w/ Misti – 6:00 AM
• Dance & Step Fusion – 9:00 AM
• Pilates with Emma – 6:00 PM

🎨 SIAG Gallery – Aurora
• Annual Spring Art Show – Now thru April 25
• 📍 302 Second Street, Aurora, IN
• Extended Hours:
– Sunday: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
– Monday–Friday: 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
– Additional Saturdays: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

🏫 Aurora Middle School – SDMS Football Away at Madison – 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

🏫 Aurora High School
• Softball (Girls V) @ Jac-Cen-Del High School – 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
• Open Swim – 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM

🏫 Aurora School - Spring Picture Day

📚 Gaming and Grub – 4:00 PM
Join our monthly video game group, Gaming & Grub! We meet for one hour on the third Thursday of every month at 4 pm to play games on our Nintendo Switch! Battle it out in Super Smash Bros, race towards the finish line in Mario Kart and help us decide what other games we should try out! Age 13 to 19 FREE snacks and drinks will be provided! We hope to see you there!
📍 Aurora Public Library

📚 Aurora Public Library
• 📖 Shhh… We’re Reading – 5:00 PM
📍 The Depot
• Enjoy a quiet hour of reading with snacks, followed by social time to chat about books
• Held just before “Not Your Mother’s Book Club” Age 18 +

📚 Aurora Public Library
• 🎲 Advanced Role-Playing Games (Ages 14–19) – 6:00 PM
📍 Aurora Library
• For experienced players ready to take on quests and stay in character
• Bring an idea for your core character concept
• Please focus on respectful, story-driven gameplay (no unnecessary violence)

📚 Aurora Public Library
• 📖 Not Your Mother’s Book Club: Darkly – 6:30 PM
📍 The Depot
• Discuss Darkly by Marisha Pessl
• For readers who enjoy edgy stories and a mix of genres
• Ages 18+ welcome

🏋️ Fitness Classes – Aurora Community Center
📍 Aurora Recreation 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 Lions Club
• ✨ Tot Prom (Ages 0–5) – 10:30 AM
📍 228 2nd St, Aurora, IN 47001
• Dancing, singing, snacks, crafts & photo opportunity
• A fun, dress-up event for little ones

🏋️ Fitness Classes – Aurora Community Center
📍 Aurora Recreation Community Center • Morning Momentum w/Misti – 6:00 AM
• Spin Class – 9:00 AM • Life Ready Fitness – 10:00 AM
• Parkinson’s Fitness – 11:00 AM

🏫 Aurora Middle School SDMS Football Home vs Rushville – 10:00 AM

🏫 Aurora High School
• Special Events (Co-ed V & JV – SDHS Spring Musical) – 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

🏋️ Fitness Classes – Aurora Community Center
📍 Aurora Recreation Community Center
• Pilates with Debi – 9:00 AM

📚 Aurora Public Library
• ♟️ Chess for Success – 10:30 AM
📍 The Depot
• Free chess lessons for beginners and those looking to improve
• Learn strategy, focus, and goal-setting skills
• All ages welcome

🏫 Aurora High School
• Track & Field (Boys) @ Lloyd High School – 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
• Softball (Girls V) @ Jennings County High School – 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• Softball (Girls JV) @ Jennings County High School – 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
• Special Events (Co-ed V & JV – SDHS Spring Musical) – 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Sunday (4/19)

🏋️ Fitness Classes – Aurora Community Center
📍 Aurora Recreation Community Center
• Group Strength – 11:15 AM

🏫 Aurora High School
• Swim Awards Banquet (Cafeteria) – 2:00 PM – 4:15 PM
• Swimming & Diving Awards Banquet (Co-ed) – 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

🏋️ Fitness Classes – Aurora Community Center
📍 Aurora Recreation Community Center
• Morning Momentum w/ Misti – 6:00 AM
• Hannah’s Private Training – 8:00 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 Middle School – 🏃 Track & Field (CO-ED JH) – SDMS Invite – 5:00 PM
📍 South Dearborn Middle School

🏫 Aurora High School
• Special Events (Co-ed V & JV – SD Blood Drive) – 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
• Golf (Co-ed JH) @ St. Louis Catholic School – 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
• Baseball (Boys V) @ Greensburg High School – 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
• Softball (Girls V) @ Greensburg Community High School – 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
• Softball (Girls JV) @ Greensburg High School – 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

🏋️ Fitness Classes – Aurora Community Center
📍 Aurora Recreation Community Center
• Yoga Flow – 9:00 AM
• Strength Foundations – 10:15 AM
• Spin Class (Sign up in advance – Boxing Room) – 5:15 PM
• Spin Class – 5:30 PM
• ✨ NEW: Soul Fusion with Kelly B – 7:00 PM

👉 View full schedule & details: Aurora Community Center https://www.auroraparksandrec.org/group-fitness-calendar

🏫 Aurora High School
• PTO Meeting – 3:15 PM – 3:45 PM
• Academic Team @ Super Bowl – 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
• Softball (Girls V) @ Batesville High School – 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
• Board Meeting – 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM

📚 Aurora Public Library
• 🐦 Family Flock Game Night – 6:00 PM
📍 Aurora Library
• Bird-themed games and activities for all ages
• Test your knowledge and enjoy a fun night with family
• Special guests from Oxbow, Inc.

🗓️ Coming Soon

🩸 Hoxworth Blood Drive
📍 Aurora Lion’s Club
📅 Wednesday, April 22

Help support a great cause by donating blood right here in the community. Every donation can make a life-saving difference.

📞 Call 513-451-0910 to schedule an appointment

🧩 Gabbard Riverfront Park – Aurora
• Autism Awareness Event – Saturday, April 25 – 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
• 📍 2nd Street, Aurora, IN
• Celebrate All Minds of All Kinds

• Activities Include:
– Balloon Release
– Bubbles
– Kid-Friendly Music
– Rock Painting
– Pizza

💬 Community Corner

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• Address (or general area)
• Date & time
• A few items you’re selling

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.