Friday
Food Truck Friday – 11AM
Turning Pointe Autism Foundation – 1500 W. Ogden Ave. Naperville, IL 60540
Support the students of Turning Pointe Autism Foundation at the next Food Truck Friday event from 11AM to 2PM on Friday, May 20 at the Foundation’s 1500 W. Ogden Ave. location. This event will feature Toasty Cheese and their gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches. For more information, visit www.turningpointeautismfoundation.org.
Cornerstone Day Picnic – 11AM
North Central College – Brainard Street at Jefferson Ave. Naperville, IL 60540
North Central College invites the community to attend its annual Cornerstone Day Picnic from 11AM to 1:30PM on Friday, May 20, at Jefferson Plaza, located on the lawn east of Brainard Street at Jefferson Avenue. The free event features sample cuisine provided by Chartwells and Naperville restaurants and entertainment by talented North Central College students. In the event of rain, the picnic will be held in the lobby of Wentz Concert Hall at the Fine Arts Center, 171 E. Chicago Ave. Cornerstone Day commemorates the College’s 1870 move to Naperville and the laying of the cornerstone for Old Main.
Above / North Central College Cornerstone Day 2016 attracted alums from 2004 and 1991 (and many other years!) to meet up with President Troy Hammond under the big tent during the annual community picnic on the third Friday in May.
Saturday
Fine Arts Festival – 9AM | Free
Neuqua Valley High School – 2360 95th Street Naperville, IL 60564
Mark your calendars for the Fine Arts Festival on Saturday, May 16th from 9AM – 4PM at Neuqua Valley High School. Sponsored each spring by the Indian Prairie Educational Foundation, the district wide Fine Arts Festival showcases the art and music talents of all grade levels of our District 204 students.
Alive Center 1st Anniversary ‘Art Slam’ – Noon-5PM | $5
Alive Center – 500 W. Fifth Ave., Naperville Il 60540
From 1 to 3PM illustrator Marianne Lisson Kuhn and writer Todd Koenitz writer will be autographing their new book “Matty the Manate” at the Alive Center during the afternoon of the Art Slam. The purchase price is $10 with all proceeds going to the Alive Center. Copies of the new book also will be available to purchase through the evening VIP Cocktail Party ($50 per person), 6-8PM. Proceeds from the all-day fundraiser will benefit the NaperBridge Teen Center, “a place where teens can come have fun and be empowered to develop great friendships, communication skills and self discipline” within the Alive Center.
Civil War Days – 10AM| $8-$15.
Naper Settlement – 523 S. Webster St Naperville, IL 60540
Naper Settlement is transformed into a Civil War encampment where visitors can meet famous figures of the past and experience firsthand a turbulent time period in our nations history. Hundreds of reenactors participate, culminating in staging a battle complete with raging cannons and marching infantry. This family-friendly event features food, fun and shopping on Sutlers Row for traditional Civil War-era reproduction products. The battle begins at 2:30PM each day – Continues on Sunday. napersettlement.civicplus.com.
Weekly Scoop: Attracting Pollinators – 10AM | Free
The Growing Place – 2000 Montgomery Rd. Aurora, IL 60504
Welcome butterflies, bees and other pollinators with the right plants. Encouraging pollinators to your garden help play an important role in the health of your plants and the environment. Learn tips and tricks, at both locations, for success at the in-formative Weekly Scoop Display between May 20 & 26 or come to the talk on May 21 at 10AM (both locations). Pick up a handout to inspire you with ideas for your home. www.thegrowingplace.com.
Casey’s Fires Up the Grill – 11:AM | Price varies with purchase.
Casey’s Foods – 124 W. Gartner Rd. Naperville, IL 60540
Caseys Foods located at Naperville Plaza will be firing up its grill every Saturday and Sunday from 11AM to 2PM through October, weather permitting. Choose from a variety of options, including burgers, brats, tacos or the weekly special. Its great food, at a good price, in a fun atmosphere. caseysfoods.com.
Sunday
12th Annual Team Hope Walk – 9:30AM | $25
Naperville Pavilion (Riverwalk Grand Pavilion) – 500 W. Jackson Avenue Naperville, IL 60540
Team Hope Walk is the biggest Illinois Chapter-Huntington’s Disease Society of America’s fund raiser to help support our mission goal of a world free from Huntington’s Disease. hdsa.donordrive.com.
Wentz Concert Hall – 171 E. Chicago Ave. Naperville, IL 60563
The West Towns Chorus proudly presents their 2016 Spring Show A Knight to Remember! Join them as the men of West Towns, under the direction of Queen Carrie Marcotte, don their armor and pick up their lances as they head off to Knight school and learn what it takes to become a true knight in shining armor and venture off on a quest to slay the dragon, save the kingdom and claim their right to the throne! With special guests Voices in Your Head from the University of Chicago! Tickets and info: westtowns.org/springshow, (630) 201-5544.
Naperville Municipal Band Concert – 3PM | Free
Neuqua Valley High School – 2360 95th Street Naperville, IL 60564
Join the Naperville Municipal Band Spring Concert on Sunday, May 22 at 3PM at Neuqua Valley High School. The concert is free to the public. Plenty of convenient free parking, too.
An Evening with Mayor Pradel, “A Lifetime of Generosity” – 7PM | Free
Lehman Hall at Knox Presbyterian Church – Gartner Road 60540
Join the community for reflections about George Pradel’s five terms as Mayor of Naperville, when the city grew to be one of the most desirable communities for families in the United States. Come and hear how faith in God, a love for kids, selfless generosity and visionary leadership helped make this all happen. This event is free, refreshments and childcare are provided.
