What started as a whisper in my backyard has grown into something much bigger — a community who believes in the power of live jazz, connection, and community. I call it East Wind.

East Wind began as a secret jazz venue — an intimate, word-of-mouth haven for musicians and lovers of live sound. What we lacked in space, we made up for in heart. Night after night, the backyard transformed into something sacred.

Now, the wind is shifting. **We’ve been offered the opportunity to bring East Wind into a real venue space in Aurora, Illinois — and we need your help to make it happen.**

This is more than just a fundraiser for a new venue. It's about preserving the spirit of East Wind — the intimacy, the soul, the *magic* — and giving it room to grow. With your support, we’ll be able to:

* Secure and outfit the new venue with proper sound, lighting, and seating

* Pay musicians a fair rate for their talent and time

* Keep the experience accessible and community-driven

* Launch ticketed events that stay true to the East Wind vibe — intimate, immersive, and unforgettable

*And of course, host consistent jam sessions

If you’ve ever longed for a space where art isn’t just heard but *felt* — this is your moment to be part of something real.

Let’s bring the wind indoors.

Let’s make East Wind a permanent part of Aurora’s cultural soul.