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HO-HO-HOMETOWN HOLIDAYS ARE IN FULL ILLUMINATION ALL OVER TOWN!
DID YOU KNOW? SUGARTOAD WILL BE SERVING CHRISTMAS DINNER / 11AM-6PM, Sun., Dec. 25 / INFO: www.sugartoad.com
REMINDER! BEWARE OF SCAM ARTISTS EVERY DAY! 'Tis the season to be aware of all the scams out there targeted at senior citizens, veterans, the military and just about everybody! Never reply to an e-mail solicitation for funds or information. Don't be wooed by telemarketers with great charitable offers who volunteer to come to pick up a check "to make it convenient for you." Yes! Scamming goes on in Naperville. Pay attention. To report a scam, contact Mike Barbour, Veterans Community Relations, Naperville Township, at (630) 355-2786.
FRAME YOUR SEASONAL MEMORIES AT COLBERT CUSTOM FRAMING! Colbert Custom Framing & Art Printing, now located in Market Meadows at 75th Street & Naper Boulevard, also has ready-to-go frames in many sizes from 5x7 and up. Ask about classes in Photoshop, too!
FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT ON STAGE / AUDITION OPPORTUNITIES ON THEATER BEAT!
Check out Theater Beat for productions this month, next month, etc., for the entire family to enjoy. Also find auditions schedules as well as features about children's performing arts education.
CENTER STAGE THEATER / The December schedule at the initimate theaters, located just west of Ogden at 1665 Quincy. / For performance times, ticket info and other local theater news and links, visit PN's Theater Beat on this Web site or visit www.kidzkabaret.com. 
BE SURE to pick up a copy of our monthly publication, chockfull of events, photos and happenings in Naperville. Complimentary copies are available at places such as CASEY'S FOODS, MINUTEMAN PRESS, HOTEL ARISTA, ROSELAND DRAPERIES AND YMCAs! In fact, you'll find it all over town at other places such as ANDERSON'S BOOKSHOP, OSWALD'S PHARMACY, MESON SABIKA and many more high traffic locations.
THOMAS JEFFERSON once said that if he had to “choose between government without newspapers, and newspapers without government,” he’d choose newspapers. Thanks for choosing Positively Naperville!
THIS HOLIDAY SEASON, PLAN TO ENTERTAIN GUESTS IN NAPERVILLE! Enjoy all the bright lights from the Grand Illumniation in downtown to CityGate Centre at I-88 and Route 59 to many colorfully decorated homes in neighborhoods all the way down to 111th Street.
TROLLEY RIDES, TOO! TROLLEY-LA-LA-LA-LA-LA-LA-LA! BE CONNECTED.
VISIT OUR ADVERTISERS WITH A CLICK AT THE TOP OF THIS PAGE. HAPPY HOLIDAYS!
Thanks for visiting PN's advertisers by phone, online or at their location. Thanks for shopping locally whenever possible. It's almost always possible!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, MAUREEN KROL!
LOOK FOR TOYS FOR TOTS COLLECTION NOW IN PROGRESS THROUGH DEC. 17. Thanks.
CHICAGO SINFONIETTA IS COMING TO THE WENTZ! See schedule at chicagosinfonietta.org
AURORA FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS HOSTED BY ROTARY CLUB OF AURORA / 5-9PM, Wed., Dec. 1 / The mile-long 40-scene display will delight nightly on Monday-Thursday from 5-9PM and on Friday-Sunday from 5-10PM at Phillips Park, 615 S. Smith Blvd., Aurora, thru Dec. 27. FREE / Donations welcome accepted to assist local youth groups.
'ESCAPE THE IN-LAWS' PACKAGE AT HOTEL ARISTA / Now thru Thurs., Dec. 30 / The eco-chic luxury of Hotel Arista (2139 CityGate Lane in Naperville) is an ideal destination this holiday season for Chicagoans, suburbanites and visitors to ensure the holidays are joyful and as stress-free as possible, offers luxurious accommodation / Reservations: (630) 579-4100.
GIVE A GIFT CERTIFICATE FOR A PET (OR PET SUPPLIES) ! DOG PATCH PET AND FEED Since 1973, Dog Patch has been serving the greater Chicago area. Naperville's oldest pet store is located at 1108 E. Ogden. Specializing in all things pet and feed, discover Naperville's independently-owned pet center, a fun place for people and animals! Come visit Morty the cat! (630) 420-2120.
FOR THOSE WHO HAVE HAD TO FIGHT FOR IT, FREEDOM HAS A FLAVOR THE PROTECTED
SHALL NEVER KNOW.
SUPPORT OUR TROOPS WITH DONATIONS THIS HOLIDAY SEASON! The top 10 items needed at this time include: canned meat, soups, pastas and fruit – 28 oz. or less; moisturizing lotion and body wash; unscented baby wipes; beef jerky; foot powder (20 ounces or less); large tubes of toothpaste; mints (lifesavers, tic tacs, etc.); and medical items such as antacids, eye drops, nose spray, pain relievers, etc. To drop off a collection at our warehouse, contact collections@osotil.com for the address and to arrange a date and time we are open for deliveries. For more information, visit www.osotamerica.org.
REGIS PHILBIN & "HOW I GOT THIS WAY" WITH ANDERSON'S BOOKSHOP SERIES / 7PM Thurs., Dec. 1 / The Wentz / Ticket INFO: www.andersonsbookshop.com or at Anderson's Bookshop located at 123 W. Jefferson Ave.
DID YOU KNOW? ANDERSON'S BOOKSHOP ALWAYS HAS A LIMITED NUMBER OF AUTOGRAPHED BOOKS FOR SALE AT NO EXTRA CHARGE? Stop by the see the selection of signed bestsellers now available or call (630) 355-2665.
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MAYOR'S COMMUNITY PRAYER BREAKFAST HOSTED BY HERITAGE YMCA / 6:30AM, Fri., Dec. 2 / Program: 7:15AM / 95th Street Fry Family YMCA / TKTS: $20 per person / INFO-RSVP: (630) 420-6277. Alert! In the past, this event has been on Thursdays. Friday will provide more parking.
Sponsored by Friedrich-Jones and Overman-Jones Funeral Homes and Cremation Services.
WESLEY UNITED METHODIST WOMEN'S 36TH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS CHEER LUNCHEON & COOKIE SALE / 11:30AM, Fri., Dec. 2 / at Wesley United Methodist Church, 21 E Franklin Ave, Naperville / Tickets may be purchased at the church office, (630) 355-1834 / Lunch Tickets are $8. Cookies are $6 per pound. You may purchase pre-selected assortments or select your own. Proceeds benefit mission projects.
CUP OF CHEER HOUSE WALK AND HOLIDAY MARKET / 10AM - 8PM, Fri., Dec. 2 / The Naperville Garden Club’s 49th annual fundraising event, the Cup of Cheer House Walk and Holiday Market / Features of this event include a self-guided holiday tour of four Naperville homes as well as the Holiday Market on the second floor of North Central College’s White Activities Center / TKTS: $40. For ticket sale locations, visit www.napervillegardenclub.org. Only 200 preview tickets for the house walk and market are available for Thursday, December 1. Preview and holiday market hours for that day are noon to 4 p.m. The preview ticket cost is $55 and can be purchased at Country Curtains, 233 S Main St., or by e-mailing napervillegardenclub@hotmail.com. INFO: www.napervillegardenclub.org.
BREAKFAST IS SERVED IN DOWNTOWN NAPERVILLE EVERY WEEKEND! Check out the menus at Quigley's Irish Pub, Hugo's Frog Bar, Heaven on Seven, Sullivan's Steak House, Flat Top Grill, Jimmy's Grill and Egg Harbor. Stroll the Riverwalk, come for breakfast, and stay for some great shopping – a great way to spend the day with the family and friends! For more information visit www.downtownnaperville.com.
DELIVER HOME-BAKED COOKIES FOR ST. PATRICK’S RESIDENCE HOLIDAY COOKIE WALK / 8-9AM, Fri., Dec. 2 / Cookie bakers—scout groups, families and individuals —are sought to provide five to six dozen chocolate chip, oatmeal and holiday-themed cookies, to be delivered to the St. Patrick’s Volunteer Office in disposable containers/trays. INFO: contact Madelene Bernar, Director of Development at (630) 416-6565, ext. 511, or mbernar@stpatricksresidence.org. St. Patrick’s Residence is located at 1400 Brookdale Rd.
EXPERIENCE FRIDAY EVENING AT SUGARTOAD AT THE HOTEL ARISTA / www.sugartoad.com
AURORA FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS HOSTED BY ROTARY CLUB OF AURORA / 5-10PM, Fri., Dec. 2 / The mile-long 40-scene display will delight nightly on Monday-Thursday from 5-9PM and on Friday-Sunday from 5-10PM at Phillips Park, 615 S. Smith Blvd., Aurora, thru Dec. 27. FREE / Donations welcome accepted to assist local youth groups.
nnn SANTA HOUSE ON THE RIVERWALK / 5-8PM Fridays, Dec. 2 & Dec. 9 & Dec. 16 / The public is welcome, admission is free and photos with Santa may be purchased for $8 each or 2 for $15.
Families with special needs may register to attend one of the Special Needs Nights by calling the Naperville Park District at (630) 848-5000.
Weekend hours: Noon to 6PM Sat. and Sun., Dec. 3-4, Dec. 10-11 and Dec. 17-18.Special Needs Nights: 5-8PM Mon. – Thurs., Dec. 5-8Public Nights: 5-8PM Thurs., Dec. 15 and Fri., Dec. 16 Last Nights: 2-8PM Mon. – Fri., Dec. 19-23. Santa and helpers depart Naperville at 8PM, Dec. 23 and will return in 2012. Happy Holidays to all!
HAPPY BIRTDAY, JUDY ELLERTSON!
DID YOU KNOW? CONSIDER FIRE SAFETY... One-half of all home fires occur between midnight and 6AM. Consider installing a monitored security system like one offered by Protection 1 that will automatically dispatch the fire department in case you’re away from the house, asleep or unable to respond. INFO: Call Bob Branstetter at (630) 613-7894 or visit www.ProtectionOne.com.
HEARTS FOR INDEPENDENCE HOLIDAY MARKET & DINNER DANCE / 6:30 PM, Fri., Dec. 2, 2011 / Hilton Hotel, Lisle, IL., Illinois / Music by the band, Bopology (www.bopology.com) / Independent Living Center, Katharine Manor / INFO: (630) 357-0077 or iilc.kmca@gmail.com
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY, ILLINOIS! Illinois became the 21st state on Dec. 3, 1818.
NAPERVILLE MOMS NETWORK 2ND ANNIVERSARY BASH / 6-9PM, Sat., Dec. 3 / Hosted by Naperville Moms Network at Hugo's in the Main Street Promenade. RSVP: www.napervillemomsnetwork.com.
MAY ALL YOUR CHRISTMASES BE AS BRIGHT AS THEY ARE IN NAPERVILLE! Fill up the gas tank, load up the car, play holiday music for a sing-along, and tour the city's huge holiday light show. Venture northwest to CityGate Centre (Route 59 and Diehl Road off Ferry Road) to downtown Naperville and south to 111th Street. Meander throughout Naperville neighborhoods where glistening white lights and colorful displays celebrate the wonder of the season. Thanks to everyone who helps make the season bright.
30TH ANNUAL GINGERBREAD JUNCTION CRAFT FAIR / 9AM to 3PM, Sat., Dec. 3 / Thayer Hill Middle School Fundraiser at 1836 Brookdale Road in Naperville / Hosted by Hill Middle School PTSA / 1836 Brookdale Road, Naperville / Over 60 local & regional crafters!
ST. PATRICK’S RESIDENCE HOLIDAY COOKIE WALK / 9-11AM, Sat., Dec. 3 / The Guild of St. Patrick’s Residence Annual Holiday Cookie Walk and Christmas Boutique. INFO: contact Madelene Bernar, Director of Development at (630) 416-6565, ext. 511, or mbernar@stpatricksresidence.org. St. Patrick’s Residence is located at 1400 Brookdale Rd.
nnn JAYCEES SANTA TRAIN / 10AM and NOON, Sat. Dec. 3 / INFO: www.naperjaycees.org. Tickets can be purchased & availability checked online at www.tix4cause.org/charities/naperville-jaycees. If available, tickets can be purchased at the loading point on the day of the event. The cost is $15 per person, and $5 for infants 12 months of age or younger. Every person on the train must have a ticket.
nnn SANTA VISITS AT MAIN STREET PROMENADE / 9AM-Noon, Saturdays, Dec. 3, 10 & 17 / Parents can bring their children to meet Santa. Photos of children with Santa are free. Santa will be seated in his special chair outside the dental offices near Suite 241 in the Main Street Promenade, which is located at 55 S. Main Street. / INFO: www.ndscare.com or www.orthocenters.org or (630) 848-2010.
BSA PANCAKE BREAKFAST/ 7AM to Noon, Sat., Dec. 3 / Boy Scout Troop 75 7th Annual Pancake Breakfast at Good Shepherd Church on 75th at Shepherd Drive. / All you can eat pancakes and sausage. Tickets: $5 for a single and $15 for a family. "Our scouts will serve you breakfast!" Funds go to support the Troop. Thank you for your support!
CHRISTMAS PRESENCE 1 AND 2. / 7:30PM Sat., Dec. 3 / The Naperville Men’s Glee Club will perform Christmas Presence 1 at St. Margaret Mary Church, 1450 Green Trails Drive. Christmas Presence 2 will take place at 3PM, Sunday, December 4 at Knox Presbyterian Church, 1105 Catalpa Lane, and feature lighter music appropriate for younger children as well as the general public. Tickets for either performance are $10 for adults and $5 for seniors and students and can be purchased by phone at (630) 448-0518 or online at https://sites.google.com/site/nmgcorg/performances. For more information, visit www.nmgc.org.
nnn ALERT! DATE CHANGE! SANTA IS COMING TO NAPERVILLE BANK & TRUST ON DEC. 17 / Stop by either of the Naperville Bank & Trust locations and meet Santa Claus! See Dec. 17 post for times and locations. INFO: www.banknaperville.com.
nnn SANTA IS COMING TO WHEATON BANK / 10-1PM, Sat., Dec. 3 / At 211 S. Wheaton Ave., Wheaton, IL 60187 / Stop by and visit with Santa Claus.
LOOKING FOR AN ORIGiNAL, ONE-OF-A-KIND CUSTOM BOX TO HOLD A SPECIAL KEEPSAKE? Check out the Creative Wood Goods by the designer at So Studio. at http://www.creativewoodgoods.blogspot.com/
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GERMAN LANGUAGE CHURCH SERVICE / 11:30AM, Sun., Dec. 4 / The Elmhurst Damenchor will sing traditional German Advent and Christmas songs at the German language church service at St. John United Church of Christ / All are welcome to attend. Babysitting will be available. Throughout the year, services in the German language are held at 11:30AM on the first Sunday of every month. There will also be a service at 4PM on Christmas Eve, December 24. St. John United Church of Christ is at 1190 Olesen Drive. For more information, call (630) 355-5208.
CHRISTMAS PRESENCE 2 / 3PM Sun., Dec. 4 / At Knox Presbyterian Church, 1105 Catalpa Lane, and feature lighter music appropriate for younger children as well as the general public. Tickets for either performance are $10 for adults and $5 for seniors and students and can be purchased by phone at (630) 448-0518 or online at https://sites.google.com/site/nmgcorg/performances. For more information, visit www.nmgc.org.
DISCOVER POSITIVELY NAPERVILLE SPECIAL OFFERS AT PN MONTHLY DOT COM. PDF pages of Naperville's popular community news source can be viewed online at www.pnmonthly.com .
VISIT ROSELAND DRAPERIES IN DOWNTOWN NAPERVILLE TO SEE A COLLECTION OF THROW RUGS READY TO GO FOR HOLIDAY GIVING. Roseland Home Decor Create Better Windows Daily! Call (630) 355-1565.
NAPERVILLE MEN’S GLEE CLUB CHRISTMAS CONCERT II / 3:30PM, Sun., Dec. 4 / For more information or to purchase tickets, call (630) 448-0518 or visit www.nmgc.org.
ELMWOOD HOME & SCHOOL ASSOCIATION 4TH ANNUAL HOLIDAY CRAFT SHOW & BAKE SALE / 9AM-3PM, Sun., Dec. 4 / Elmwood Elementary School at 1024 Magnolia, Naperville, IL 60540
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DUPAGE COUNTY offers 60 forest preserves and six educational facilities. Find information at 933-7200 and www.dupageforest.com.
HOW CURRENT IS YOUR WILL? Contact respected Naperville attorney, Dick Kuhn at 420-8228.
CONSIDER PLANS FOR NEW YEAR'S EVE NOW! See more New Year's Eve ideas listed at PN's Annual Events.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO DIANA NEWBY!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO MIKE ELLMAN!
North Central College opens minds and doors. Here's to the next 150 Years!
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SPACE AVAILABLE! Looking for great retail space in Naperville or in Main Street Promenade? Call Ruth and Dwight Yackley at BBM Incorporated, (630) 305-7171.
Laser dentistry by Joe Haselhorst, DDSA is painless!
WEST SUBURBAN IRISH QUIZ NIGHT AT QUIGLEY'S IRISH PUB / 7PM, Tues., Dec. 6 / Always the first Tuesday of the month. / Arrive early for your best shot at the best table. Mark 2012 calendars now for Quiz Nights! These prized events are scheduled every month except August & September. No electronic devices permitted. Brain power only! Monthly Theme & Hints: www.wsirish.org.
NAPERVILLE CITY COUNCIL MEETING / 7PM, Tues., Dec. 6 / Pay attention! Watch live in City Council Chambers or on cable TV. Afterward, watch online streaming at eagenda, www.naperville.il.us.
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I CIVICS FEATURES ONLINE GAMES TO TEACH KIDS ABOUT GOVERNMENT IN AMERICA! Former Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor has launched an initiative to teach children about government: www.iCivics.org.
FREE WORKSHOP BY LITTLE FRIENDS / 2:30-4:30PM, Wed., Dec. 7 / "Successful Treatments
for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder" will be conducted by instructors Dr. Cynthia Brouillard,
Patti Boheme, Laura O'Rourke, Mary Crissman, Kathy Evangelista and Lisa Cisek / This workshop will help individuals who work with people with ASD incorporate essential elements for a successful treatment program for school, home, and in the community. Workshop will look at the value of an evaluation, applied behavior analysis, social skills groups and teaching functional life skills to prepare individuals with ASD for life. INFO: www.littlefriendsinc.org or (630) 305-4196. / Little Friends Center for Autism | 1001 E. Chicago Ave., Suite 151.
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO KEVIN GENSLER!
REMEMBER! PRIMARY ELECTION DAY IS MARCH 20! (Note to all candidates: PN will provide space on its online monthly calendars for meet & greet events. See Home Page, lower left, for instructions on how to submit events.)
TEXAS HOLD 'EM AT THE AMERICAN LEGION IN CAROL STREAM / 2PM-Midnight, Thurs., Dec. 8 / FREE Admission with Cash Bar / Sit-and-Go Tables and Multi-Table Tournament / American Legion Post 76 in Carol Stream located at 570 S. Gary Ave. / Texas Hold 'Em benefits American Legion Post 76 Veterans Services / INFO: (630) 862-0076 - If no answer, please leave a message.
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DANCEWEST BALLET'S THE NUTCRACKER/ 7PM Fri. Dec 9; 1PM & 5PM Dec 10-11 / North Central College Pfeiffer Hall / INFO: www.dancewestballet.com / For tickets call (630) 637-SHOW / More INFO: DanceWest Ballet at (630) 778-1303. Did you know? The Nutcracker ballet premiered in St. Petersburg on Dec. 5, 1892, and 2011 marks the 21st year for the DanceWest Ballet production of the Christmastime tradition.
REGISTER NOW FOR WINTER SCIENCE CAMP AT MORTON ARBORETUM DEC. 27-30 / See four posts by age group at Dec. 27 or visit www.mortonarb.org/education or call (630) 719-2468. Limited class sizes.
ANDERSON'S BOOKSHOPS, independently owned and operated, is proud of the innovative events it offers to bring writers and readers together. Events are free and open to the public unless otherwise indicated. Visit our Web site to keep apprised of all the activities. Find Anderson's Bookshops in Naperville at 123 West Jefferson and in Downers Grove at 5112 Main St.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO TONY CHIRICO!
FRESHMAN ONE ACTS AT NEUQUA VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL / 7PM, Fri., Dec. 9; 3PM & 7PM, Sat., Dec. 10 / Neuqua Valley High School presents its Freshman One Acts at the Freshman Campus building. This year's show, "This is Life of TV," includes spirited satires, based on modern day TV shows. The freshman students are directed and guided by veteran senior and junior actors. Tickets are $5 will be sold at the door 30 minutes prior to each performance.
nnn SANTA HOUSE ON THE RIVERWALK / 5-8PM Fridays, Dec. 9 & Dec. 16 / The public is welcome, admission is free and photos with Santa may be purchased for $8 each or 2 for $15.
Families with special needs may register to attend one of the Special Needs Nights by calling the Naperville Park District at (630) 848-5000.
Weekend hours: Noon to 6PM Sat. and Sun., Dec. 10-11 and Dec. 17-18.Public Nights: 5-8PM Thurs., Dec. 15 and Fri., Dec. 16 Last Nights: 2-8PM Mon. – Fri., Dec. 19-23. Santa and helpers depart Naperville at 8PM, Dec. 23 and will return in 2012. Happy Holidays to all!
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nnn BREAKFAST WITH SANTA AT HOTEL ARISTA IN CITYGATE CENTRE / 8:30-11:30AM, Sat., Dec. 10 / In celebration of Christmas, Hotel Arista welcomes pint-sized patrons to celebrate “Breakfast with Santa." Children of all ages will be invited to take a horse-drawn carriage ride with Santa (available from 9-11AM), mail a letter to the North Pole and have a complimentary family photo taken with Santa all the while indulging in a healthful breakfast filled with special Christmas treats. Cost: $19.95 for adults and $9.95 for children ages five to 11; children under the age of five are complimentary. Reservations are required: Call (630) 579-4100. CityGate Centre is located at Route 59 and Diehl Road and off Ferry Road.
JUDD KENDALL VFW POST 3873 CHRISTMAS PARTY / 6PM, Sat., Dec. 10 / Judd Kendall VFW Post, 908 W. Jackson Ave. / Appetizers, Entertainment, Cash Bar / TKTS: $7 at the Door
LOOK, LINK & LEARN VIA RED INDIEBOUND SIGNS DESIGNATING INDEPENDENT MERCHANTS / The goal of Naperville IndieBound community is to help people here and across the nation locate independently-owned businesses. Watch for special promotions throughout Naperville! Thanks for shopping and dining locally and for supporting independently-owned businesses. INFO: www.indiebound.org "Naperville"
nnn SANTA VISITS AT MAIN STREET PROMENADE / 9AM-Noon, Saturdays, Dec, 10 & 17 / Parents can bring their children to meet Santa. Photos of children with Santa are free. Santa will be seated in his special chair outside the dental offices near Suite 241 in the Main Street Promenade, which is located at 55 S. Main Street. / INFO: www.ndscare.com or www.orthocenters.org or (630) 848-2010.
MERRY TUBA CHRISTMAS / 11AM, Sat., Dec. 10 / Merry Tuba Christmas is an annual tradition when members of the Naperville Municipal Band invite tuba and euphonium/baritone players from throughout the area to perform for the holidays. Hear them play at U.S. Bank on the corner of Washington Street and Jefferson Avenue.
MAIN STREET PROMENADE & BENTON TERRACE PRESENT THE HOLLY TROLLEY! / 11AM-3PM, Sat., Dec. 10 / Look for seven pick-up and drop-off locations. INFO: www.mainstreetpromenade.com
CLASSIC RING CAROLERS / 1-3PM, Sat., Dec. 10 / The Classic Ring Carolers will return to Main Street Promenade delighting shoppers with their tunes in various retail stores. For the convenience of shoppers. INFO: www.mainstreetpromenade.com
DANCEWEST BALLET'S THE NUTCRACKER/ 1PM & 5PM Dec 10-11 / North Central College Pfeiffer Hall / INFO: www.dancewestballet.com / For tickets call (630) 637-SHOW / More INFO: DanceWest Ballet at (630) 778-1303. Did you know? The Nutcracker ballet premiered in St. Petersburg on Dec. 5, 1892, and 2011 marks the 21st year for the DanceWest Ballet production of the Christmastime tradition.
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nnn SANTA VISITS QUIGLEY'S IRISH PUB FOR FREE FAMILY PHOTOS / 10AM-2PM, Sun. Dec. 11 / Quigley's is located at 43 E. Jefferson St. INFO: www.quigleysirishpub.com.
nnn THE LEGEND OF ST. NICHOLAS / 2:30 - 5PM Sun., Dec. 11 / Naper Settlement, 523 S. Webster St. / INFO: www.napersettlement.museum OR give a jingle at (630) 420-6010 / towncrier@naperville.il.us
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO CHARLES MCLIMINS!
HAPPY 6OTH BIRTHDAY TO CHARLES 'CHUCK' NEWMAN!
YOUNG NAPERVILLE SINGERS HOLIDAY CONCERTS / 2PM; 4PM; and 6:30PM, Sun., Dec. 11 / Three concerts will be performed at Neuqua Valley High School / INFO: (630) 369-9679 or vmclaughlin@youngnapervillesingers.org or www.youngnapervillesingers.org.
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO MIKE ZYWANSKI!
nnn 4TH ANNUAL CITYGATE GRILLE TOYS FOR TOTS COLLECTION PARTY / 6PM, Mon., Dec. 12 / Your admission is a brand new unwrapped toy for a girl or boy or $20 donation. Preteen and young teen girls are the gifts most needed. / Party includes two drink tickets and other refreshments / Raffles and Live Auction also will help raise needed funds for Toys for Tots. / CityGate Grille is located at CityGate Centre, Route 59 and I-88, just south of Ferry Road. Stay tuned for more info at www.citygategrille.com.
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JO LUNDEEN WISHES ALL A HAPPY SANTA LUCIA DAY! In the U.S, residents of Minnesota, and other states with Scandinavian roots, celebrate Santa Lucia Day on Dec. 13. Before the reform of the Gregorian calendar in the 16th century, the holiday fell close to the winter solstice in the Northern Hemisphere. In traditional celebrations, Saint Lucy comes as a young woman wearing a crown of lights and carrying sweets.
TENNIS GIFTS! Naperville Tennis Club is where you'll find all the latest in tennis attire and equipment.
STAND UP NOW AND STRETCH! Reach to the ceiling. Stretching increases your flexibility, improves the range of motion in your joints and promotes better posture and circulation. Rotate your hands at the wrist. Wiggle your fingers. Stretch and relieve stress!
CHILL OUT WITH A GOOD BOOK / NAPERVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY'S WINTER READING PROGRAM / Thru Jan 30, 2011 / For all children through 5th grade.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO MRS. BUONAURO AT CAFE BUONARO'S IN FIFTH AVENUE STATION! Bring out the baked spaghetti! Light the candles!
NOT MY TEEN? / 8:25PM, Tues., Dec. 13 / District 204 parents and students in grades 8-12 are invited to "Not My Teen?" at Metea Valley High School, 1801 N. Eola Rd., Aurora. The presentation is from trained teen leaders and staff members from District 204 and District 203 high schools. They will perform powerful skits to raise awareness of current issues faced by today’s adolescents. The event is sponsored by 360 Youth Services, Operation Snowball, and the Metea Valley Guidance Department.
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STOP THE PRESSES...ANOTHER HAPPY BIRTHDAY FOR RAY KINNEY ON DECEMBER 14!
IT'S COLD OUTSIDE & CASEY'S FOODS CONTINUES TO COLLECT NEW & GENTLY USED MITTENS, SCARVES, GLOVES AND THERMAL SOCKS / The donation bin is located inside Casey's vestibule. / Winter wear will be given to the People's Resource Center, a group serving residents of DuPage County. People's Resource Center is located at 201 S. Naperville Rd. in Wheaton. INFO: People's Resource Center or (630) 682-5402 / Casey's is located at 124 W Gartner, off Washington St. in Naperville Plaza near Oswald's Pharmacy, Wild Bird House and other merchants.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO KAY MCELROY!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO KEN KORANDA!
DID YOU KNOW? If you count off a group of 25 people, odds are that two of them will have the same birthday? Go figure!
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WHAT ARE YOU SERVING FOR CHRISTMAS DINNER? LET CASEY'S FOODS HELP YOU PLAN. Order your HO-KA turkey, Prime rib or pork loin today! Providers of the finest quality foods at Casey's Foods are ready to help you. You'll even find recipes. (630) 369-1686.
TROLLEY LA LA LA! Climb on board the NAPERVILLE TROLLEY, Naperville's unique vehicles for tours and advertisng. Choose from four trolleys for Historic Tours of Naperville, weddings, charters with home/office pick-up service and Christmas Light Tours. For more information, phone (630) 420-2223 or go to http://www.napervilletrolley.com/.
WILL IT BE RED OR WHITE SANGRIA? Discover the true taste of Spain at Meson Sabika. Call (630) 983-3000.
HAVE A HEART! The Difference is Love - St. Patrick's Residence a 210-Bed Long Term Care Nursing Home - (630) 416-6565
SHOP! SHOP! SHOP! at Main Street Promenade along Van Buren, in downtown Naperville.
MAKE NEW YEAR'S EVE RESERVATIONS AT MESON SABIKA Discover the true taste of Spain in the ambience of a 19th-century mansion, dine at Meson Sabika, (630) 983-3000.
THINK GOOD OLE SUMMERTIME! / With THE WATER MAT, you can walk, jump, dance, slide, or relax on the surface of the water. Visit our Web site and see it in action.
THANKS FOR VISITING THIS PN WEB SITE! Thanks for visiting our sponsoring advertisers. Many do business online, too.
GUYS SHOPPING NIGHT IN DOWNTOWN NAPERVILLE / 4-9PM, Thurs, Dec 15 / Fun, fashion, and personalized assistance will be provided by downtown merchants exclusively for men!
XILIN 2012 SPRING SEMESTER & CLASS SCHEDULE IS ONLINE / Now! / To register, visit www.xilin.org. / A $5 discount will be applied to each class registered before and on the day of January 7, 2012.
THE PETE ELLMAN BIG BAND PROMOTING MUSIC WITH CHRISTMAS MUSIC / (630) 355-1001 / INFO: www.ellmansmusic.com.
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DANCEWEST BALLET'S THE NUTCRACKER/ 7PM Fri. Dec 16; 1PM & 5PM Dec 17-18 / Oswego East / INFO: www.dancewestballet.com / For tickets call (630) 637-SHOW / More INFO: DanceWest Ballet at (630) 778-1303. Did you know? The Nutcracker ballet premiered in St. Petersburg on Dec. 5, 1892, and 2011 marks the 21st year for the DanceWest Ballet production of the Christmastime tradition.
KIDS MATTER Show appreciation to people who work with children and youth.---Kids Matter
DEAN'S CLOTHING FOR MEN & WOMEN OFFERS CONVENIENT PARK & SHOP! Experience fine quality shopping every day at Dean's Men and Women's Clothing.
NAPERVILLE CATCH 35 offers seafood, fresh fish, steak and lobster in its spacious restaurant in Van Buren Place, located at 35 S. Washington St. in the heart of downtown Naperville. For reservations and information, call (630) 717-3500.
nnn SANTA HOUSE ON THE RIVERWALK / 5-8PM Fri., Dec. 16 / The public is welcome, admission is free and photos with Santa may be purchased.
Public Nights: 5-8PM Fri., Dec. 16 Weekend hours: Noon to 6PM Sat. and Sun., Dec. 17-18.Last Nights: 2-8PM Mon. – Fri., Dec. 19-23. Santa and helpers depart Naperville at 8PM, Dec. 23 and will return in 2012. Happy Holidays to all!
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LOOKING FOR A HOMEBUILDER? For an unwavering committment to exceptional craftmanship, call King's Court Builders at (630) 369-4150.
NAPERVILLE BANK & TRUST / Visit the bank at Aurora Ave. and Fort Hill Road. Need a safety deposit box? Need coins counted?
NAPERVILLE AREA HOMEOWNERS CONFEDERATION VIRTUAL 'BUS TOUR' OF THE CITY / 8AM, Sat., Dec. 17 / City Hall / All residents are welcome to these engaging and interactive monthly meetings. The NAHC meetings are held in lower level meeting rooms B&C. After coffee and networking beginning at 8, the formal meeting starts at 8:30. The goal is to complete the meeting by 10AM.
DANCEWEST BALLET'S THE NUTCRACKER/ 1PM & 5PM Dec 17-18 / Oswego East / INFO: www.dancewestballet.com / For tickets call (630) 637-SHOW / More INFO: DanceWest Ballet at (630) 778-1303.
'ESCAPE THE IN-LAWS' PACKAGE AT HOTEL ARISTA / Now thru Thurs., Dec. 30 / The eco-chic luxury of Hotel Arista (2139 CityGate Lane in Naperville) is an ideal destination this holiday season for Chicagoans, suburbanites and visitors to ensure the holidays are joyful and as stress-free as possible, offers luxurious accommodations, two complimentary movie passes to Hollywood Palms in Naperville, a bottle of wine, an aromatherapy pillow mist, and complimentary breakfast for two. Overnight rates for two people start at $165 per night, excluding tax. Reservations: (630) 579-4100.
nnn BREAKFAST WITH SANTA AT HOTEL ARISTA IN CITYGATE CENTRE / 8:30-11:30AM, Sat., Dec. 17 / In celebration of Christmas, Hotel Arista welcomes pint-sized patrons to celebrate “Breakfast with Santa." Children of all ages will be invited to take a horse-drawn carriage ride with Santa (available from 9-11AM), mail a letter to the North Pole and have a complimentary family photo taken with Santa all the while indulging in a healthful breakfast filled with special Christmas treats. Cost: $19.95 for adults and $9.95 for children ages five to 11; children under the age of five are complimentary. Reservations are required: Call (630) 579-4100. CityGate Centre is located at Route 59 and Diehl Road and off Ferry Road.
nnn SANTA IS COMING TO NAPERVILLE BANK & TRUST AT FORT HILL/ / 9-11AM, Sat., Dec. 17 / 555 Fort Hill Drive | (630) 369-3555 / Stop by Naperville Bank & Trust and meet Santa Claus! INFO: www.banknaperville.com.
nnn SANTA IS COMING TO NAPERVILLE BANK & TRUST AT NAPER BLVD. / 12-2PM, Sat., Dec. 17 / at 1205 S. Naper Blvd. | (630) 904-3555 / Stop by Naperville Bank & Trust and meet Santa Claus! INFO: www.banknaperville.com.
NEW HORIZONS BAND DUPAGE 2011 CHRISTMAS CONCERT / 3PM, Sat., Dec. 17 / Benet Academy Auditorium, 2200 Maple St. Lisle / Tickets $5 each / INFO: info@newhorizonsbandassoc.org.
nnn SANTA HOUSE ON THE RIVERWALK / Noon to 6PM, Sat., Dec. 17 / The public is welcome, admission is free and photos with Santa may be purchased.
Weekend hours: Noon to 6PM Sat. and Sun., Dec. 17-18.Last Nights: 2-8PM Mon. – Fri., Dec. 19-23. Santa and helpers depart Naperville at 8PM, Dec. 23 and will return in 2012. Happy Holidays to all!
nnn BREAKFAST WITH SANTA / 10AM Sat., Dec. 17 / Krasa Student Center, Benedictine University, sponsored by the Student Senate. The cost is $10 per person. Children under 2 years of age are free. The event includes an "all-you-can-eat" pancake and sausage breakfast, and every
child will receive a complimentary gift. There will also be arts, crafts and
entertainment. INFO: Joan Henehan at (630) 829-6617.
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO LORI MONTGOMERY!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO DOLORES METZGER!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO JENNIE GATES!
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CREATE HOLIDAY CARDS! Minuteman Press celebrates community every day! Call (630) 369-1360.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO BRAD MCGUIRE!
JOIN EXCHANGE CLUB! Hope for Tomorrow Happens Today at the Naperville Exchange Club.
NAPERVILLE UNIT SCHOOL DISTRICT 203 BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING / 7PM, Mon. Dec. 19 / Naperville CUSD 203 Demographic, Enrollment and Capacity Review and Planning Study Group will report its findings to the Board of Education at the Naperville Central High School Auditorium. The Board will listen to the list of "supposals" that represent the best options that could include closing one junior high and one elementary school. After review, the Board will consider next steps in this process. This meeting is open to the public. Alert! The Auditorium at Naperville Central High School, 440 West Aurora Ave., Naperville. The main auditorium entrance is number 24 on the west end of the building. The agenda will be available on December 16. / INFO: (630) 420-6300. (FYI: Considering the feedback this issue has prompted, pay attention and stay informed regarding updates. Perhaps the meeting and others could be broadcast live on cable TV and saved for video streaming online. Also study the facts. Keep the discussion free of emotions The best public policies are based on facts. Thanks.)
nnn SANTA HOUSE ON THE RIVERWALK / 2-8PM, Dec. 19-23 / The public is welcome, admission is free and photos with Santa may be purchased.
Last Nights: 2-8PM Mon. – Fri., Dec. 19-23. Santa and helpers depart Naperville at 8PM, Dec. 23 and will return in 2012. Happy Holidays to all!
CHAD HOSTS HOLIDAY CONCERT TO BENEFIT NONPROFITS / 7-9:30PM, Mon., Dec.19 / Held at the Elmhurst Christian Reformed Churched, located at 149 W Brush Hill Road in Elmhurst. Tickets at the door to the general public are $20 each and $5 to clients of the nonprofits. Entertainment includes local church and high school choirs, dance groups and various local musicians. Proceeds benefit Community Housing Advocacy and Development, Dreamz and Visionz, DuPage Homeownership Center, Loaves and Fishes, Naperville CARES and Senior Home Sharing. Combined, these nonprofits serve thousands of families and individuals (including children) each year across 32 communities in DuPage and Kane Counties and the City of Aurora.
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HANUKKAH BEGINS AT SUNDOWN / Tues., Dec. 20 / Hanukkah is celebrated through Dec. 28
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FIND THE NAPERVILLE AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE on the 3rd level of the Main Street Promenade.
HANUKKAH CELEBRATED ALL DAY, EVERY DAY THROUGH DEC. 28
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LAST MINUTE MADNESS & SALES IN DOWNTOWN NAPERVILLE / Thurs., Dec 22 & Fri., Dec. 23 / www.downtownnaperville.com.
PETE ELLMAN BIG BAND WILL PERFORM CHRISTMAS SONGS / 8-10PM, Thurs., Dec. 22 / Mullen's Bar and Grill, located at 3080 Warrenville Rd. in Lisle. The two-hour show will feature many favorite Christmas songs in "Cool Yule" style. / Note also the performance is scheduled on "Teacher Thursday" when teachers receive 20 percent off food bill with valid school ID. / For reservations, call (630) 505-0240.
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LAST MINUTE MADNESS & SALES IN DOWNTOWN NAPERVILLE / Thurs., Dec 22 & Fri., Dec. 23 / www.downtownnaperville.com.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO RON WAITEK!
Tabor Hills - Combine an independent retirement lifestyle with quality health care. Call 630-305-5400.
OSWALD'S PHARMACY Oswald’s Pharmacy has been serving Naperville’s needs since 1875. Oswald's Pharmacy is now located at 88 Gartner Road in the Naperville Plaza.
nnn LAST NIGHT FOR SANTA HOUSE ON THE RIVERWALK / 2-8PM, Fri., Dec. 23 / The public is welcome, admission is free and photos with Santa may be purchased. Santa and helpers depart Naperville at 8PM and will return in 2012. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all!
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GERMAN LANGUAGE CHRISTMAS EVE / 4PM, Sat., Dec. 24 / The Elmhurst Damenchor will sing traditional German Advent and Christmas songs at the German language church service at St. John United Church of Christ / Pastor Dr. Klaus-Peter Adam will conduct the service, and all are welcome to attend. Babysitting will be available. Throughout the year, services in the German language are held at 11:30 a.m. on the first Sunday of the month. St. John United Church of Christ is at 1190 Olesen Drive. For more information, call (630) 355-5208.
NAPERVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY CLOSINGS FOR THE HOLIDAYS / Sat., Dec. 24 & Sun., Dec. 25 / Nichols, 95th Street, and Naper Boulevard libraries will resume normal hours of 1-5PM on Mon., Dec. 26. / All buildings will also be closed at 5PM on Sat., Dec. 31 and remain closed on Sun., Jan. 1, 2011. Normal hours of 1-5PM will resume on Mon., Jan. 2. Drive-up returns for all materials are available 24 hours a day at the Nichols Library, 200 W. Jefferson Ave.; the Naper Boulevard Library, 2035 S. Naper Blvd.; and the 95th Street Library, 3015 Cedar Glade Dr. Materials may also be renewed by calling 961-0460. The Library Catalog, www.naperville-lib.info, is also available 24/7.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO WENDY GROSS!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ROBERT ENRIQUE!
CAFE BUONARO'S IS OPEN 3-8PM CHRISTMAS EVE / www.cafebuonaros.com
HEAVEN ON SEVEN IS OPEN FOR BRUNCH ON CHRISTMAS EVE / 11AM-3PM, Sat., Dec. 24
SUGARTOAD IS OPEN CHRISTMAS EVE UNTIL 8PM / www.sugartoad.com
nnn UP ON THE ROOF TOP! If you've got a keen eye, you just might spot Jolly Old St. Nicholas trying to squeeze down the chimney with his pack of toys for good boys and girls on Christmas Eve.
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CHRISTMAS DAY! LET THERE BE PEACE ON EARTH TO MEN AND WOMEN OF GOOD WILL. GOD BLESS US EVERY ONE. Christmas Day is a national holiday in America observed on Dec. 25 to commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ.
THANKS! THANKS FOR OUR PUBLIC SAFETY & OTHER SERVICES / All of us at Positively Naperville are grateful to all the first responders and everyone who works on Christmas Day so the rest of us safely can travel, dine out, pump gas, read our daily newspaper, go to the movies, etc., in order to celebrate with family and friends.
SUGARTOAD AT THE HOTEL ARISTA IS OPEN 11-6PM FOR CHRISTMAS DINNER. 11AM-6PM, Sun., Dec. 25 / SugarToad has the makings of an ideal holiday season: farm-focused seasonal fare at a value for Christmas Day served in a relaxed but elegant surrounding befitting of this celebratory time of year. (SugarToad recently was featured on WGN-Radio when Tribune food critic Phil Vettel proclaimed that outside of Chicago, the Naperville eatery is the place to dine in the suburbs!) INFO: www.sugartoad.com
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DID YOU GET ENGAGED FOR CHRISTMAS? Need a place for a bridal shower or your wedding reception? Consider Meson Sabika, Hotel Arista, CityGate Grille, Holiday Inn Select, Naper Settlement, Cafe Buonaro's...
MANY HAPPY RETURNS THIS WEEK...HAPPY AFTER-CHRISTMAS SHOPPING!
GIFTS TO RETURN VIA MAIL ON THE 26TH? For your packaging needs, visit Oswald's Post Office.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ROY BYNUM!
HEALTHCARE FOR VIETNAM VETERANS - FAMILIES TAKE NOTE! / Make sure your loved ones who served in the military sign up for VA Healthcare. It is not a giveaway program. It is a benefit veterans have earned for putting on the uniform and serving their country. Many maladies that Vietnam veterans have attributed to old age in the past are now being diagnosed for what they are, a result of Agent Orange exposure. If you have any questions about registering for VA healthcare or Agent Orange, contact Mike Barbour, Veterans Community Relations at Naperville Township, (630) 240-1645 (Cell). http://napervillesun.suntimes.com/2972613-417/veterans-agent-barbour-orange-vietnam.html
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO MARY HOWENSTINE!
SILVA FAMILY CHRISTMAS CONCERT / 7:30PM, Tues., Dec. 27, at Holy Spirit Catholic Community Church, located at 2003 Hassert Blvd., Naperville. / Five sisters and two brothers, ages ranging from 15 to 25, will play classical music in different ensembles consisting of two cellists, three violinists, one violist and one pianist/organist. This special concert will include both American and Czech Christmas carols as well as selections from Vivaldi, Bach, Dvorak and other masters. For more information, visit www.psliva.com/concerts/ ; and www.youtube.com/user/vsliva / Admission: $5 per person or $20 per family at the door.
KIDS MATTER! Kids Matter!
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NAPERVILLE NEWS BLOGS! http://www.positivelynaperville.com/Septoverflow.html Sometimes updates and news arrive that miss our monthly calendars. Naperville News is a place for stories and events that come in between issues of www.pnmonthly.com.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO STACY ST. CLAIR!
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THIS HOLIDAY SEASON, PLAN TO ENTERTAIN GUESTS IN NAPERVILLE! Enjoy all the bright lights from the Grand Illumniation in downtown to CityGate Centre at I-88 and Route 59 to many colorfully decorated homes in neighborhoods all the way down to 111th Street.
BACKERS' AUDITION OF THE LOVESONG OF ED FOR ROSE / 7:30PM Thurs., Dec. 29 & 2:30PM & 7:30PM Fri., Dec. 30, St. Daniel Hall at Benet Academy, 2200 Maple Ave. / Jacklich Enterprises' Ad Hoc Theatre Company presents three performances of a new original musical featuring a "backers audition" with 20 original songs within a love story. Suggested ticket donation: $10. $8 for students and seniors. Ticket info and reservations: backersaudition@gmail.com. All proceeds go toward the Sheila Jacklich Memorial Scholarship Fund at Benet Academy.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO JOHN KNOBLOCH!
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BACKERS' AUDITION OF THE LOVESONG OF ED FOR ROSE / 2:30PM & 7:30PM Fri., Dec. 30, St. Daniel Hall at Benet Academy, 2200 Maple Ave. / Jacklich Enterprises' Ad Hoc Theatre Company presents two performances of a new original musical featuring a "backers audition" with 20 original songs within a love story. Suggested ticket donation: $10. $8 for students and seniors. Ticket info and reservations: backersaudition@gmail.com. All proceeds go toward the Sheila Jacklich Memorial Scholarship Fund at Benet Academy.
BE CONNECTED. VISIT OUR ADVERTISERS WITH A CLICK AT THE TOP OF THIS PAGE. HAPPY HOLIDAYS!
OPERATION SUPPORT OUR TROOPS AMERICA mailing address is 1807 S. Washington St., Suite 110, #359, Naperville, IL 60565 / INFO: (630) 971-1150 OSOT America Office / Web site: www.osotamerica.org Remember! Every $25 donation sends one care package of health and snack items to the Troops overseas.
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NAPERVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY CLOSINGS FOR THE HOLIDAYS / All buildings will also be closed at 5PM on Sat., Dec. 31 and remain closed on Sun., Jan. 1, 2011. Normal hours of 1-5PM will resume on Sunday, Jan. 2. Drive-up returns for all materials are available 24 hours a day at the Nichols Library, 200 W. Jefferson Ave.; the Naper Boulevard Library, 2035 S. Naper Blvd.; and the 95th Street Library, 3015 Cedar Glade Dr. Materials may also be renewed by calling 961-0460. The Library Catalog, www.naperville-lib.info, is also available 24/7.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO MARY-JO BROWN!
DID YOU KNOW? ANDERSON'S BOOKSHOP ALWAYS HAS A LIMITED NUMBER OF AUTOGRAPHED BOOKS FOR SALE AT NO EXTRA CHARGE? Stop by the see the selection of signed bestsellers now available or call (630) 355-2665.
HAPPY NEW YEAR’S EVE! See more ideas at PN's Annual Events
AT DUPAGE CHILDREN’S MUSEUM! ANNUAL BUBBLE BASH! / 9AM-NOON / Naperville Mayor A. George Pradel and singing star Jeanie B! will lead the eighth annual family friendly New Year’s Eve countdown to noon at the DuPage Children’s Museum, 301 N. Washington St. Join the museum for a morning filled with musical performances, refreshments, art activities, photo opportunities and more. Reservations are required. INFO: (630) 637-8000, ext. 0, or visit www.dupagechildrensmuseum.org.
AT QUIGLEY’S IRISH PUB! / 6PM (Ring in the New Year Dublin Time with family and friends!) Pub closes at 8PM. www.quigleysirishpub.com
AT HEAVEN ON SEVEN IN DOWNTOWN NAPERVILLE! INFO: www.heavenonseven.com
IN DOWNTOWN NAPERVILLE / RINGIN’ IN THE NEW YEAR ON NEW YEAR'S EVE / Dec. 31 / All-day event in downtown Naperville includes face painters, jugglers, musicians, ice carvers and fortune tellers from noon to 5PM; a bell parade from the covered bridge on Jackson Avenue to the Millennium Carillon from 5 to 6PM; free hot chocolate from 5 to 7PM at the Riverwalk Eatery; a 6PM “Ringin’ in the New Year” countdown at the Millennium Carillon; and a traditional midnight countdown at the Carillon. Begin the fun by dining with family in downtown Naperville, with several restaurants offering New Year’s Eve specialties. For more information, visit www.downtownnaperville.com. Watch for updates!
AT CAFE BUONARO'S in Fifth Avenue Station / 3-8PM, Dec. 31 / www.cafebuonaros.com
AT CATCH 35 in downtown Naperville / Last dinner seating is 9:45PM. www.catch35.com
AT CITYGATE GRILLE / Sat., Dec. 31 / Ring in 2012 at CityGate Grille, offering traditional Mediterranean flavors with modern American cuisine from its regular menu from 5-11PM. www.citygategrille.com RSVP: (630) 718-1010.
JUST STEPS AWAY... another New Year's Eve CityGate Grille Party is planned from 8:30PM-1AM. Cover charge is $65 per person and includes an open bar until 12:30AM with an appetizer buffet until 12AM and a champagne toast. The popular New Image Band will play for dancing pleasures. Note: Upstairs diners can join the party for $35. www.citygategrille.com RSVP: (630) 718-1010.
AT SUGARTOAD IN THE HOTEL ARISTA! (On Dec. 17, 2009 SugarToad was featured on WGN-Radio when Tribune food critic Phil Vettel proclaimed that outside of Chicago, the Naperville eatery is the place to dine in the suburbs!) RSVP INFO: www.sugartoad.com
AT MESON SABIKA / A guitarist and a flamenco dancer will entertain in the historic setting. Reservations: (630) 983-3000. INFO: www.mesonsabika.com.
AT XILIN CENTER FOR NEW YEAR’S EVE DANCE PARTY / 8PM-Midnight, Dec. 31 / TKTS: Adult $7, Student $5 / Formal attire / Xilin Center is located at 1163 E Ogden Ave., Suite 301, Iroquois Center, Naperville / Drink and snacks will be provided. INFO: (630) 355-4322 or xilin.org.
See more New Year's Eve ideas listed at PN's Annual Events.
OTHER COMMUNITY
CALENDARS
MORE CALENDARS:
Santa's Helpers
Visit Naperville!
See Santa House schedule
posted on Dec. 2.
On the Riverwalk
Webster at Jackson
Jaycees Santa Train is Dec. 3
Santa visits Main Street Promenade on Dec. 3
Santa Breakfast at Hotel Arista
on Dec. 10
Santa & the Leprechaun visit Quigley's for photos on Dec. 11
The Legend of St. Nicholas
at Naper Settlement on Dec. 11
Santa visits Naperville
Bank & Trust on Dec. 17
Santa Breakfast at Hotel Arista
on Dec. 17
THANKS for shopping, banking, saving entertaining, working and dining locally!
Naperville News Blog
We're Giving Back!
First Community Bank, true to the
mission of our community roots and
our community banking philosophy,
has created the "We're giving back" checking account.
Simply open your First Community Relationship Checking Account and
FCB will donate $25 to one of six (6) Naperville Charities to help make Naperville a stronger community.
If you have a Charitable organization
that you feel should be a partner in
this endeavor, call FCB President
Pat Benton at (630) 357-3810.
First Community Bank
2728 W. 75th Street.
Holiday Concerts
& Art Exhibits
featured throughout the
North Central College
Theater District
Give concert tickets with a gift certificate to a restaurant for
dinner and the show.
Create a memory to last all year.
FREE Art exhibit:
Oesterle Library Gallery,
320 E. School St.,
Visit www.northcentralcollege.edu/show for details about all gallery exhibits.
FREE Art exhibit:
in the College's Schoenherr Art Gallery
at the Fine Arts Center,
171 E. Chicago Ave.
FREE Art Show:
North Central College
Meiley-Swallow Hall Gallery,
31 S. Ellsworth St., Naperville.
Art exhibits are free and
open to the public.
Call (630) 637-5375 for gallery hours.
Dec. 3, Theatre: Theatreworks USA's family-friendly production "Ramona Quimby," based on the lively children's books by Beverly Cleary at 10AM and 1PM Sat., Dec. 3, in Pfeiffer Hall, 310 E. Benton Ave. Tickets are $10/adults, $5/students and senior citizens.
Dec. 3, Music: North Central College presents the 100-voice strong Naperville Chorus in a holiday performance of Mozart's arrangement of Handel's composition "Messiah" at 8PM Sat.,
Dec. 3, in Wentz Concert Hall at the
Fine Arts Center, 171 E. Chicago Ave. Tickets are $20/adults, $15/students
and senior citizens.
Dec. 4, Music: Platinum-selling jazz
vocal group The Manhattan Transfer will perform two holiday shows, "Cool Yule-The Manhattan Transfer Swings Christmas," at 2PM and 8PM Sat.,
Dec. 4, in Wentz Concert Hall at the
Fine Arts Center, 171 E. Chicago Ave. Tickets are $50 and $45.
Dec, 8, Music: North Central College welcomes Oneway Ministries for its musical program titled "Shine 2011-Now is the Time" at 7PM Thurs., Dec. 8, in Wentz Concert Hall. The choir and orchestra will present word, song and visual imagery in praise of Jesus Christ. Tickets are $12/adults and $10/students and senior citizens.
Dec. 8-11, Theatre: See "Jacob Marley's Christmas Carol," an annual favorite by Organic Theater Company. Written by award-winning playwright, actor and director Tom Mula, this fanciful tour of Marley's afterlife and his assignment to redeem Scrooge and himself is a delightful holiday show. Five performances will be staged at 7:30PM Dec. 8, 9 and 10, and at 2PM Dec. 10 and 11 on stage at Meiley-Swallow Hall, 31 S. Ellsworth St. Tickets are $30/adults, $20/students and senior citizens.
Dec. 9, Music: The Chicago Chamber Musicians brass ensemble perform some of the greatest holiday compositions at 8PM Fri., Dec. 9, in Wentz Concert Hall. Tickets are $35 and $25.
Dec. 9-11, Theatre: Dancewest Ballet's "The Nutcracker." Five performances will be staged at 7PM Dec. 9, and at 1PM and 5PM Dec. 10 and 11 in Pfeiffer Hall, 310 E Benton Ave. Tickets are $30/adults, $23/children 12 and younger.
Dec. 10, Music: The Youth Symphony of DuPage performs its Winter Concert at 7:30PM Sat., Dec. 10, in Wentz Concert Hall at the Fine Arts Center. Visit ysdp.org for more information.
Dec. 11, Music: Chicago a cappella will perform a musical repertoire in every shade of the holiday season at 4 PM Sun., Dec. 11, in Wentz Concert Hall. For tickets, call 1-800-SING-WOW or 773-755-1628.
Dec. 17, Music: Hear angelic voices of Irish music sensation Celtic Woman, accompanied by the DuPage Symphony Orchestra, in a concert titled "A Christmas Celebration-The Symphony Tour," at 8PM Sat., Dec. 17, in Pfeiffer Hall, 310 E. Benton Ave. Tickets are $80, $70 and $65.
Dec. 17, Music: Lakeside Singers, a professional group of singers, composers and arrangers, perform "I Heard the Bells" at 8PM, Sat., Dec. 17, in Wentz Concert Hall. Tickets are $30/adults, $20/students and senior citizens and $10/children
under age 12.
Dec. 18, Music: Enjoy the Anima Singers at 4PM and 7PM Sun., Dec. 18, in Wentz Concert Hall .
These upcoming performances are
among many ongoing programs at
North Central College to enrich and broaden the cultural and academic outlook for the College and community. North Central offers a variety of venues accommodating a rich range of local and world-class events, performances and space needs for the public. For a comprehensive schedule of musical performances, theatrical and dance productions, art exhibits and lectures,
visit northcentralcollege.edu/show or
call the box office at (630) 637-SHOW.
Think dinner! & the show
**For tickets, call the North Central College Box Office at (630) 637-7469. www.northcentralcollege.edu/showtix
Merry Christmas!
IIf you get engaged
for Christmas...
Let us suggest a place for
a bridal shower, rehearsal dinner or your
wedding reception.
Consider Meson Sabika,
Hotel Arista, CityGate Grille,
Naper Settlement, Catch 35,
Quigley's Irish Pub,
Judd Kendall VFW,
Cafe Buonaro's...
Need announcements?
Need invitations?
Call Minuteman Press at
(630) 369-1360.
11AM-6PM, Christmas Day
SugarToad has the makings of an
ideal holiday season: farm-focused seasonal fare at a value for Christmas Day served in a relaxed but elegant surrounding befitting of this
celebratory time of year.
INFO: www.sugartoad.com
SugarToad will serve on
New Year's Eve, too.
Live Entertainment at
CityGate Centre
4th Annual Toys for Tots
Collection Party
6-8PM, Mon., Dec. 12
Admission: New Unwrapped Toy or $20
Hosted by Calamos Investments
and CityGate Grille
CityGate Grille
8PM-Midnight
Fridays & Saturdays
December 2 - The Crown Vics
1950’s Wild Rock & Roll
December 3 - Eddie Stevens 3
Swinging Jazz Music
December 9 - Cirrus Falcon
Classic & Acoustic Rock
December 10 - Sam Fazio Trio
American Standards,
Swing Tunes & Pop Classics
December 17 - The Rhythm Rockets
Old School Jump, Swing,
Rhythm & Blues
December 18 - Brent Brown
Acoustic Guitar
December 30 - Jon Conover
Acoustic Guitar
December 31
New Image Band
Motown, Jazz, Funk & Dance
New Year’s Eve Party
CityGate Centre is located near I-88 at Route 59, just off Ferry Road.
Free parking or valet service
Hometown Holidays by day
& the bright lights of the Grand Illumination
all through the night are featured
until New Year's Eve.
Join CLTV News Anchor Dolly McCarthy and
Mayor George Pradel at 6PM & 11:15PM,
Sat., Dec. 31, at Moser Tower with the Carillon at Rotary Hill along the Riverwalk.
A jolly good time always is planned all around town!
Have for a joyful New Year's Eve.
Happy New Year!
Wrap up this year with several holiday concerts and theater productions!
Give tickets as a gift to create a special memory. Thanks for supporting the arts.*
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ORDER YOUR FRESH
HO-KA TURKEY,
STEAKS OR PRIME RIB
(or any roast)
AT CASEY'S FOODS!
Be sure to reserve it in advance!
Casey's Foods
Naperville Plaza
124 W Gartner Rd
(630) 369-1686
Plan for New Year's Eve
and New Year's Day, too.
Gift Certificates
to Naperville restaurants
are great
consumable presents!
Thanks for supporting the local business community.
Sledding in Naperville
The following sled hills are located in community parks or neighborhood parks. They have no concessions and close one hour after sunset, except Rotary Hill, which is open daily until 10PM.
nArrowhead Park, 711 Iroquois Ave.
nBrook Crossings, 1015 95th St.
nCountry Lakes Park, 1835 North Aurora Rd.
nGartner Park, 524 W. Gartner Rd.
nMay Watts Park, 804 S. Whispering Hills Dr.
nRiverwalk Sled Hill at Rotary Hill, 441 Aurora Ave.
For current information regarding conditions at these locations, visit www.napervilleparks.org or call (630) 848-5000.
www.napervilleparks.org
Ice Skating in Naperville
opens mid-December
The Park District maintains four winter skating rinks: Gartner Park at 524 Gartner Road; the Riverwalk, near Centennial Beach**; Commissioners Park** at 3704 111th Street on the west side of the park; and at Nike Sports Complex**, 288 W. Diehl Rd. –NEW Location for 2011. **Lighted
The rinks at Gartner Park, Commissioners Park, and one of the skating areas at the Riverwalk/ Centennial Beach are for free skating only.
Hockey play is allowed only at the 2 hockey rinks at the Riverwalk/ Centennial Beach location.
Casey's Foods
in Naperville Plaza
is collecting new &
gently-used mittens, hats, gloves & scarves for
People's Resource Center.
Help if you can. Simply drop off items right inside the front door.
Thank you!
INFO: People's Resource Center
serves DuPage County
Thanks!
All of us at Positively Naperville are grateful to all the
first responders
and everyone who works on
Christmas Day so the rest of us
safely can travel, attend church,
dine out, pump gas, read our daily newspaper, go to the movies, etc.,
in order to celebrate
with family and friends.
As Jimmy Durante would sing...
Make someone happy...
It's so important to make someone happy. Make just one someone happy.
Make just one heart the heart you sing to
One smile that cheers you
One face when that lights when it nears you
Make someone happy...
Make just one someone happy
And you will be happy, too.
Happy New Year's Eve!
Gift Certificates to restaurants
are great consumable presents!
Santa House
See complete list on Dec. 2
Noon-6PM Sat & Sun,
Dec. 17 & 18
2-8PM Mon.-Fri.,
Dec. 19-23
FREE ADMISSION
Photos with Santa
may be purchased
On the Riverwalk
Webster at Jackson
Santa departs Naperville at
8PM, Dec. 23 and will return again
the same time in 2012.
Thanks!
All of us at
Positively Naperville express
an attitude of gratitude to everyone who helps make
this season bright with all the colorful decorations
north, east, west and south.
Try to find good N.E.W.S.
for the holidays.
We are blessed.
Happy New Year, too!
Listen for the bells
at noon at the DuPage Children's Museum!
Bell Parade from Riverwalk Covered Bridge at 5PM
Celebrate Midnight Dublin Time at Quigley's Irish Pub 6PM (Closes at 8PM)
Carillon at Midnight
Hometown Holidays 2011
Remember Veterans every day!
Top 10 requests
'Support Our Troops' Collections
1. Crackers (16 oz or less-Ritz, club types or graham)
2. Canned pasta/soup (28 oz or less)
3. Granola Bars
4. Foot Powder (14oz or less)
5. Beef Jerky, Slim Jims
6. Tuna
7. Microwave Popcorn
8. Canned nuts (20 oz or less)
9. Individually wrapped hot chocolate packets
10. Individual packets or 1# bags of ground coffee
The troops appreciate letters and greeting cards, too.
