It’s spring! Enjoy the sights & seasonal changes along the Riverwalk!
According the City of Naperville website, in the fall 2017, “the Riverwalk Commission sought additional testing and evaluation on the structure to gain more in-depth information. Engineering Resource Associates (ERA) submitted a proposal to the Riverwalk Commission at the end of 2017 to further assess the structural condition of Moser Tower.”
Click here for information about the Moser Tower Assessment presented in April 2017.
Watch for scaffolding going up, up, up on March 26!
During the Riverwalk Commission meeting in March 14, 2018, Riverwalk Commissioners were updated with the schedule and plans. Beginning Mon., March 26, 2018, weather permitting, when the temperature is expected to remain above 40 degrees, scaffolding will go up around Moser Tower to permit ERA and other engineers to utilize both destructive and non-destructive testing to further assess and determine the root cause of the structure’s deterioration in recent years.
The information gathered will help develop solutions to address the issues. The solutions will also include a life expectancy estimate so the Commission and City staff will know how long the restoration is expected to last.
ERA’s assessment report, including cost estimates, is anticipated to be completed by mid-summer 2018.
Other recent news and photos for the changing season along the Riverwalk.
Friday
Casey’s Foods Friday Featured Fish of the Day – 8AM-8PM | Priced per pound
Casey’s Foods in Naperville Plaza – Washington Street at Gartner Road 60540
Casey’s Seafood Counter offers Fresh Atlantic Cod at $15.98 per lb. and from the Kitchen, Casey’s Salmon Burgers are $16.99 per lb. while supplies last. Check out the Seafood Counter all during Lent. Tomorrow, look for Saturday-only specials (Casey’s Ribeye Steaks at $12.98 per lb. to serve with our new Mashed Sweet Potatoes at $3.99 per lb.) until 7PM on Saturday. Meanwhile, Casey’s Deli & Gourmet Section features plenty of scrumptious super selections every day so folks can rediscover all the benefits of mealtime.
All-Day Fish Fry Fridays at Catch 35 – 11:30AM-9PM | $$ Off the menu
Catch 35 – 35 S. Washington Street 60540
Get together at Catch 35 Naperville all day every Friday during Lent through March 30. All you care to enjoy…… Crispy Fresh Georges Bank Haddock Fish and Chips, served with cole slaw and house made tartar sauce $22 and many other items on the menu. www.catch35.com.
Naperville VFW ‘All You Can Eat’ Fish Fry – 4:30 – 7:30PM | $12, seniors $10 and children $7; 3 and under are free
Judd Kendall VFW – 908 W. Jackson St., Naperville, IL 60540
The Naperville VFW “All You Can Eat” Fish Fry is open to the public every Friday from 4:30 to 7:30PM now through March 30 at the Judd Kendall VFW, 908 W. Jackson St., Naperville. The buffet menu varies, but attendees can expect eight hot items, including two kinds of fish, chicken, salad and vegetables, plus rolls, desert and coffee, all of which are included in the dinner price. The buffet is provided by Belgio’s Catering. A full menu is available at www.napervfw3873.org. A full bar is also available. The cost for adults is $12, seniors $10 and children $7; 3 and under are free. For more information, call (630) 420-9820.
Brackets, brackets and more brackets …
Saturday
A.D.O.P.T. Pet Shelter – 420 Industrial Drive Naperville, IL 60563
A.D.O.P.T. Pet Shelter is hosting a SPRING COOKIE WALK, on Saturday, March 24, 9AM-1PM at the Shelter, 420 Industrial Drive, Naperville. There will be plenty of fantastic homemade cookies and other treats for sale by the pound to help you celebrate spring. All proceeds benefit the animals of the Shelter. Visit our Open House for shelter tours.
The Growing Place – 25 W 471 Plank Rd Naperville, IL 60563
It’s a ‘mini’ first day of spring. Help us launch our new Mini-ville at The Growing Place Garden Center in Naperville. Come on out to see all the spring mini garden accents and plants in their brand new home the greenhouse up by the gift shop. Stop in anytime during the to make your own mini garden. We’ll be here to help. Kids (and adults) can also create a cute little Easter egg critter using plastic eggs and wheatgrass (Cost: $1) The Aurora location also opens on March 24th but the mini festivities are in Naperville. www.thegrowingplace.com.
Naperville Central High School – 440 West Aurora Ave. Naperville, IL 60540
An original musical revue celebrating the Illinois Bicentennial. Hear old favorites, modern tunes and even TV jingles that recount the history and people of Illinois rich history. Join us in the Little Theatre at Naperville Central High School, Door #3. For more information, visit www.summerplacetheatre.org. This event is an officially endorsed Project by the Illinois Bicentennial Commission.
Sunday
BrightSide Theatre presents The 39 Steps – 3PM | $25-$30
Theatre at Meiley-Swallow Hall – 31 S. Ellsworth Naperville, IL 60540
March 9-25, 2018 – Fridays/Saturdays at 8PM – Sundays at 3PM, Theatre at Meiley-Swallow Hall at North Central College, 31 S. Ellsworth Avenue in Naperville. Adapted by Patrick Barlow, Directed by Magdalene Spanuello. Tickets $25-$30 www.brightsidetheatre.com or (630) 447-8497. Mix Alfred Hitchcock’s 1935 adventure film masterpiece with a juicy spy novel, add a dash of Monty Python and you have The 39 Steps, a fast-paced whodunit farce for anyone who loves the magic of theatre.
Consider ‘save the dates’ today for future events
Grab a basket and your kids for the Easter egg hunt of your choice (featured here)! Don’t be late for the very important date. Naperville kids are quick!
Keep Moving to help keep local charities running! Register now for the first running event of the season at PN’s Runs, Walks and Bike Rides that will keep you outdoors for more than a good cause.
On the navigation bar atop this page, “Events” offers a pull down option where you’ll find calendars specific to Charity Golf, Festivals & Traditions over the course of the year as well as this month’s Book Events hosted by Anderson’s, North Central College Performing Arts and happenings at Naper Settlement.
2018 General Election is November 6. Thanks for being informed!
Check out the Naperville Voters Guide for results from Tuesday’s Primary and a listing of hopefuls that advanced to run in the Illinois General Election to serve Naperville in DuPage County, Will County, Springfield and Washington, D.C. Thanks to the candidates that have been running races focused on innovative ideas and solutions for this beautiful Midwestern state.
Year-round Gift Ideas/Reserve ‘Gala’ Tickets!
Think dinner and the show and combine a gift certificate/card to a restaurant and theater tickets to performances on stage at North Central College. Perhaps give memberships to places such as Naper Settlement, DuPage Children’s Museum or Naperville Art League. Or provide a gift of music lessons with one of the teachers available at Ellman’s Music Center.
‘Tis always the season to give DNA gift cards or to create a new experience in 2018. Downtown Naperville Gift Cards make great gifts for any special occasion. With a Downtown Naperville gift card, the recipient can find a new outfit, indulge in a relaxing spa treatment, take a fitness class, pick up a pair of new running shoes, discover a great new book or enjoy a wonderful meal. There are so many choices and possibilities.
Downtown Naperville gift cards may be purchased in person at the Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce (ask for a gift box and bow) or Pinot’s Palette. You may also order via phone by calling (630) 355-4141 or ordering online. Call the 1-800 balance number on the back of your gift card or visit the Check My Balance web page to check a gift card balance.
Upcoming gala benefits create gift-giving opportunities
Give special certificates for a pair of tickets or an entire table to some other charity gala or golf outing this year. Consider the First Naperville Chef Showdown to benefit Loaves & Fishes Community Services on April 11 or Spring for a Cause in the Pavilion of Meson Sabika on April 13 or the 7th Annual Derby Party for Hesed House on May 5 or the DuPage Veterans Foundation Honor Flight Fundraiser at Calamos Investments Hangar on May 5.
Thanks to all for supporting fundraising events in the community whenever possible! Everybody is welcome!
Greetings!
And if you need greeting cards for those special gift certificates and other seasonal gifts, find huge assortments for all occasions at Oswald’s Pharmacy in Naperville Plaza and The Boxes, Etc., in Cress Creek Shopping Center. Cheers!
Dine Around Naperville! Celebrate local hospitality…
From Catch 35 to Meson Sabika, discover more than 260 delicious places to dine in or out at www.dinenaperville.com.
Call for Easter brunch reservations today.
Note that more than 40 of the eateries are located throughout downtown Naperville where there are plenty of shopping opportunities in between meals. Cheers to the local business experience! Celebrate safely.
Weekends, Music & More!
Start with breakfast from 10AM to Noon at Quigley’s Irish Pub on Saturdays and Sundays.
Breakfast, brunch and lunch are served at many other dining locations throughout downtown Naperville, too.
And on that note, thanks for supporting live music such as the sounds of sessions (the third Wednesday of the month) and bands at Quigley’s Irish Pub (Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays) or local bands at Club Mamalu’s on the first Friday of the month with OMT lite and friends. No cover.
Also, Naperville boasts more than 260 eateries throughout town. A new restaurant recently opened to jazz up the south side of Naperville. Pete Miller’s Steak and Seafood Naperville, 3032 English Rows, will be open 4:30-10PM Monday-Thursday, 4:30-11PM Friday-Saturday, and 4:30-9PM Sunday. For more information, visit www.petemillers.com.
And ICYMI, there’s always more latest news…
Look forward with photo-enhanced stories every day on PN’s Latest News. In addition to events and other happenings, find public meeting notices scheduled at the Naperville Municipal Center.
Check out PN’s Events Calendar for other events as well as to help plan next week and upcoming weekends.
PN’s Event Calendar features Things to Do, too! Plus… Event planners can post events.
Thanks for reading!
As always, thanks for reading and supporting the local business community whenever possible. Put your money where your heart is, right here in your hometown. Get to know your local independent businesses, too, the group that meets at Kreger’s Brat & Sausage Haus at 6PM on the first Monday of the most months. Note, Kreger’s currently has “gone fishing” until March 29. And for the April meeting, note the date and location change. Independents are bound to see the Pete Ellman Big Band when the meeting will be held at Base Camp Pub, 5750 Lakeside Dr. in Lisle, IL at 7PM on Tues., April 3.
