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Things to Do Around Naperville This Weekend: July 24-26

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Friday

Historic Trolley Tour of Naperville – 11AM | $15
Historic Trolley Tour of Naperville – Jackson at Eagle Street Naperville, IL 60540
Learn about old Naperville, and see the new Naperville! This one hour Historic Tour of Naperville blends the past with the present, highlight’s Naperville’s growth, and includes some fun stories! Offered every Friday, departing at 11AM during June, July, and August. Meet at the ‘Trolley Stop’ on Jackson Ave at Eagle Street by 10:50AM. $15 per person. It’s a ‘must do’ while in town! Ding! Ding!

Fermilab Science Adventures – 4PM | Free
Naperville Public Library – Nichols Library – 200 W. Jefferson Ave. Naperville, IL 60540
Fermilab scientists will present engaging science demonstrations and activities to help children develop a deeper understanding of their world. This program, which is for children in 2nd through 8th grades, will be from 4 to 5PM Friday, July 24 at Nichols Library, 200 W. Jefferson Ave. The program is presented in partnership with Fermilab.

Naper Nights Community Concert Series – 5PM | $10-$15. $15 adults/seniors; $10 youth (412). Free admission for members and children under 4.
Naper Settlement – 523 S. Webster St Naperville, IL 60540
Naper Nights sets the stage for three summer weekends in June, July and August of nonstop music. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy music under the stars on the beautiful grounds of Naper Settlement throughout the summer. Gates are open 5-10PM. No outside food or beverages are allowed. Friday features Fortunate Sons (Creedence Clearwater Revival tribute) and Daryl Stuermer of Genesis and The Phil Collins Band. Saturday features Think Floyd (Pink Floyd tribute) and a choreographed light show. Admission is $15 adults and seniors; $10 youth (412). Free admission for members and children under 4. www.napernights.org.

Saturday

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Casey’s Fires Up the Grill  – 11AM-2PM | Specials start at $5
Casey’s Foods in Naperville Plaza  – Washington Street at Gartner Road.
Today’s grilling will be repeated every Saturday and Sunday with lunchtime favorites until next fall. Picnic tables provide seating under cover.  Casey’s also has a variety of specialty cakes for special occasions in its bakery. Regular Store Hours: 8AM-8PM Monday-Friday, 8AM-7PM Saturday and 9AM-6PM Sunday. For more, check out Casey’s Foods.

DuPage County Fair – All Day | $4-$10. Kids under age 3 are free.
DuPage County Fairgrounds – 2015 Manchester Road Wheaton, IL 60187
Runs 8AM to 11PM daily from Wednesday, July 22, through Sunday, July 26. Animal exhibits, music, food and more.

Sunday

2015 Naperville Pancreatic Cancer Research Walk – 8AM Registration | Pledges!
Riverwalk Grand Pavilion – End of W. Jackson Ave., downtown Naperville
The 2015 Naperville Pancreatic Cancer Research Walk is slated to step off this Sun., July 26, from the Riverwalk Grand Pavilion.  Registration for the day of hope begins at 8AM, followed by the walk at 9AM.  Register as an individual walker, or start a team and get your friends and family members involved.

Acceleration 2016 Travel Baseball Tryout – 10AM | Free
North Central College’s Baseball Field – 30 N Brainard Naperville, IL 60540
Travel Baseball Tryouts for ages 13U, 14U, and 15U players. We are the only program to offer comprehensive training with paid coaches. Our program includes Speed & Agility, Hitting, Pitching, Catching, and Fielding training as a part of the program. The program includes the full summer season for 2016. All of this with paid coaches. If you want the best training and the most comprehensive program, it can only be Acceleration! Aug 2nd Travel Baseball Tryouts for ages 16U, 17U, and 18U players. Makeup for younger ages. www.teamacceleration.net.

Trades Day – 1PM | $8-$12. $12 adult, $10 senior (62+), $8 youth (4-12), Naperville residents and members are free.
Naper Settlement – 523 S. Webster St Naperville, IL 60540
Discover trades from the past to the present. Visit with artists and tradesmen still producing goods and services, such as the blacksmith, quilter, needle felter and more. Test your own crafting skills and bring home a do-it-yourself souvenir. (Some activities may require a small fee.) Admission is $12 adult, $10 senior (62+), $8 youth (4-12), Naperville residents and members are free. www.napersettlement.org.

Float Your Boat For a Cause – 11AM – 4PM | $3-10
Centennial Beach – 500 W. Jackson Ave. Naperville, IL 60540

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