Triple Threat was proud to present Fox Valley United Way an original “Live United” piece of art created by students in the Triple Threat Arts program. The final piece — a 6-foot by 3-foot cornucopia of colors – was unveiled at the 2010 Fox Valley United Way Annual Breakfast in May. It was presented to United Way in appreciation of its service and partnership with Aurora non-profits to serve the under-resourced.
The painting was created by fourth grade students at Krug Elementary and Triple Threat volunteers. The artwork expressed the United Way theme, “Live United” by using a variety of colors and shapes. Students and volunteers received a square section of the final piece and put their own artistic expression on each piece. Then, all of the colors and styles were put together for one piece, further illustrating the “Live United” theme.
Her rein as Miss Illinois has expired. But Erin O’Connor’s impact in Aurora through her time with Triple Threat won’t soon be forgotten.
Erin wrapped up her time as Miss Illinois in June when she crowned Whitney Thorpe Klinsky as Miss Illinois 2010.
Triple Threat is one of the charitable platforms for the Miss Illinois Scholarship Association, which means Erin made numerous trips to Aurora to volunteer.
Whether it was judging cheerleading competitions or leading an improv acting class, Erin left her mark with every smile she gleamed.
Here’s a look back at Erin’s time with Triple Threat
Some might call 1,000 youngsters a handful. At Triple Threat, we call it fun.
So on Saturday, August 14th, from 12 – 4pm, Triple Threat will team up with the City of Aurora, area churches, non-profits and volunteers to offer the annual urban festival for youth called Celebrate our Children. Last year, about 2,000 people filed into East Aurora’s McCarty Park to enjoy the free event that features live entertainment and special attractions, rides, carnival games, prizes, community booths and more. Plan now to volunteer and join the fun. Stay connected to our Facebook and Twitter accounts for more details and we hope to see you there!
Basketball, obstacle courses, soccer and kickball are.
Such was the scenario for more than 150 students at Beaupre Elementary in Aurora. On Monday, they were rewarded for months of good behavior with an open gym with Triple Threat. Student accrued “Paw points” throughout the school year and could redeem them on an afternoon of sports and events with Triple Threat.
Congrats to all the youth at Beaupre on their hard work. Turns out hard work can be fun.
A softball tournament that featured fully extended diving catches, flawless double plays and nip-and-tuck battles deserved a fitting finish.
That’s exactly what fans got Saturday at the Triple Threat and District 131 Co-Ed Softball Tournament. It took extra innings to decide a winner, but the Bardwell Bears eked out a win over the Oak Park Lions.
Teams from across the district participated in this years tournament, which brought with it uncharacteristically cold May weather and resoundingly hot hitting and fielding.
Plenty of action was brewing outside of the two softball diamonds at Phillips Park. Whether it was face painting, an obstacle course or one-on-one soccer, there was plenty of fun to be had for youth of all ages.
Triple Threat is sending out a big thank you to all of the hard-working volunteers who make our events possible. Thanks guys!
Green thumbs. Green life. The newest Triple Threat Mentoring program combines gardening while at the same time helping people in Aurora.
This program will teach gardening and knowledge of the environment as it effects plant growth. Harvested vegetables will benefit the kids involved as well as the community through a free food market.
This program will meet in two sessions. The first runs from May 17th until July 5th. During those dates, the program meets on Mondays from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. The first session of the program focuses on getting the garden started, planting, upkeep, and some harvesting.
Starting on July 17th and running through September 4th, the program will meet on Saturday mornings. This second session focuses on upkeep, planting and harvesting.
Mix food together with sports and games. Sprinkle in more than a hundred people. What do you have?
Intersection 2010.
Triple Threat Mentoring partnered with North Central College recently for Intersection 2010, an event chock full of athletics, academics and arts for residents of Jericho Circle.
Youth came from Jericho Circle to nearby Westwood Park to partake in a number of activities. Whether it was flipping around in an inflatable jump-house or learning the 50 states through a puzzle, kids had a bevy of activities to keep them busy all day.
We want to send a big thank you out to all our volunteers and friends at North Central for their hard work and making Intersection 2010 a great success!
Triple Threat’s Birp program recently dropped off donated bikes at an Aurora women’s shelter called Mutual Ground Inc, which provides services for women who are victims of domestic violence.
Youth in Birp, which stands for the bicycle repair program, fixed up donated bikes for Mutual Ground.
Here’s a quick video of the drop-off.
If you have a bike you would like to donate for the next trip, email Nate at nate@triplethreat.org.
