A new board game, Legacy Lane: Paths of Progress, created by middle and high school students in the Quad County Urban League’s Tomorrow’s Scientists, Technicians, and Managers program, draws on Monopoly-inspired play to teach real-life African American experiences, opportunities, challenges, and teamwork.

The game and its themes were highlighted at an event that also showcased the students’ reflections on Black History Month and authentic Black experiences.

The event drew a sizable audience, with attendance typically ranging from 100 to 200 people and participation by Waubonsee Community College’s basketball team to model positive leadership.

Participants, including 18-year-old Denel Phinn of Aurora, spoke about how the event empowers youth and supports their goals, such as Phinn’s interest in pursuing ministry.

The Quad County Urban League hosted its annual Black History Month Pancake Breakfast at the Prisco Community Center in Aurora, a two-hour scholarship fundraiser promoted as more than a meal.

The Pancake Breakfast occurred on a Saturday morning at the Prisco Center, with proceeds benefiting scholarships for local students.

Organized by the Quad County Urban League’s local chapter, the Black History Month Pancake Breakfast in Aurora raised funds for scholarships and fostered community engagement.

Urban League staff coordinated food preparation, with involvement from parents and past program participants highlighting ongoing community support.

The event featured a student-versus-adult Black History Jeopardy competition, with the students winning.

Beyond the game, the event aimed to celebrate Black history, uplift students, and invest in their futures by highlighting the Tomorrow’s Scientists, Technicians and Managers program’s STEM and business exposure, tutoring, field trips, projects, and summer programming.

Legacy Lane was announced as a product of the program and is slated for release and availability on Juneteenth 2026.

Attendees included elected officials, community activists, and Waubonsee Community College’s basketball team, which visited ahead of a Saturday game.