Friday
Annual AAUW Naperville Area Used Book Sale – 9AM
Celebration Community Life Center – 919 S. Washington St Naperville, IL 60563
Book Lovers paradise! The AAUW Naperville Area Used Book Sale has it all- hardcovers/paperpack, fiction, military history, religion, CD’s/DVD’s, children’s books and more! Don’t forget our Fab Finds- autographed books, first editions and special finds all $5 and up. All items donated locally and in good condition. 6/15 is the Preview Party, come for best selection, refreshments and raffles – $10 entry fee. June 16-18 admission is FREE! Hourly specials all day Thursday, 6/16 and Friday, 6/17! On Saturday, 6/18 all items (except fab Finds) 1/2 price or $10 a bag. Cash and checks only. All proceeds benefit AAUW scholarships,fellowships and other programs supporting women and girls. Information: naperville-il.aauw.net; aauwnaperville@hotmail.com.
Historic Trolley Tour of Naperville – 11AM | $15
Riverwalk Trolley Stop – 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 (and special dates/times may be added between September and December). Meet at the ‘Trolley Stop’ on Jackson Ave. at Eagle Street by 10:50AM. $15 per person, all ages. Trolley is fully enclosed and will run rain or shine, no refunds. It’s a ‘must do’ while in town! DING! DING! www.napervilletrolley.com.
Monty Python’s Spamalot – 8PM | $20-$25. Box office is open 1.5 hours before curtain.
Theatre at Meiley-Swallow Hall – 31 S. Ellsworth Naperville, IL 60540
Come laugh with BrightSide Theatre, Napervilles only professional theatre in their 5th Anniversary Season, presenting Monty Pythons Spamalot the musical comedy featuring the song that gave BrightSide Theatre its name and is lovingly ripped off from the motion picture Monty Python and the Holy Grail. This hysterically irreverent musical tells the tale of King Arthur being instructed by God Himself to gather his Knights of the Round Table and find the Holy Grail, featuring numbers like Always Look on the Bright Side of Life and The Song That Goes Like This. Labeled as one of the greatest Broadway Musicals of the modern age youll be in stitches as you watch the Knights of the Round Table go on this ultimate and unforgettable quest. SPAMALOT plays JUNE 3 – 19 Fridays & Saturdays at 8PM and Sundays at 3PM. Performing at the Theater at Meiley-Swallow Hall in Naperville. For tickets, call (630) 447-8497 or visit BrightSideTheatre.com.
Saturday
Downtown Naperville Classic Car Show – 9AM-Noon | Free
Jackson Avenue between Webster & Main, south of Nichols Library
Come for the display of vintage vehicles, stay for shopping, dining and the latest art exhibit with Round Chair sculptures.
Casey’s Fires Up the Grill – 11AM | 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.
Naper Nights Community Concert Series – 5PM | $10-$15. Adults $15, kids ages 4-12 $10, children under 4 and members are free.
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. No outside food or beverages are allowed. June 17: The Fortunate Sons is the worlds premiere tribute band to Creedence Clearwater Revival and Mr. Blotto will play a jam band tribute to Allman Bros, Grateful Dead and The Band. June 18: Beggars Banquet (Rolling Stones tribute band) and American English (The Beatles tribute band). www.napernights.org.
Sunday – Happy Father’s Day
Fathers Day – 1PM | $8-$12. Admission is $12 adults, $10 seniors, $8 kids 4-12. Naperville residents are free.
Naper Settlement – 523 S. Webster St Naperville, IL 60540
On Fathers Day, admission to the Museum includes free sundaes from Colonial Cafe with do-it-yourself toppings, hands-on family activities and tours of historic buildings. Ice cream is served from 2 to 3:30PM and is limited to the first 200 guests.
Jesus Christ Superstar – 3PM | $10-$18. $18/adult$14/senior and student$10/child
Naperville Central High School – 440 Aurora Ave. Naperville, IL 60540
Enjoy the music you remember performed by talented local actors, singers and dancers in ‘Jesus Christ Superstar.’ Six shows will be staged by Summer Place Theatre over two weekends: June 17-19 and June 24-26. This Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice rock opera tells the story of Jesus’ last days on Earth with music that is both challenging and inspiring. The cast has been rehearsing especially hard to kick off this 50th anniversary season with more excitement than ever. Tickets for ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ are $18/adult, $14/senior and student, $10/child. Season tickets and group rates are also available. Visit www.summerplacetheatre.org for tickets and more information.
