Culture /Arts
At the movies – ‘Allied’
I am slightly surprised that, to my knowledge, a film like “Allied” has not been made before.
Especially considering how successful it may have been...
Teen’s Taste – Pizza! Pizza!
As you begin your holiday shopping in downtown Naperville, I am writing about a new Pizza restaurant in downtown Naperville called MOD Pizza.
Mod’s is...
Stay Tuned – The K-pop phenomenon
For the past few months, I’ve been haunted by an abbreviation. It follows me through the halls at school. It dominates my feed whenever...
Things to do around Naperville, Thursday thru Sunday, Dec. 8-11, 2016
Above / The Santa House along the Riverwalk is open! Hours for the public are 4 to 8PM every Friday until Dec. 23 and 12...
December Editor’s notes
Tradition. Tradition! Nearly a third of all annual giving traditionally takes place during the holiday season in December.
And in Naperville, in addition to reaching...
Pulse of Naperville Music Scene – A gift wrapped in ivy
As I was glued to my set watching the Cubs win the World Series (and yes, it still sounds surreal), I had a song...
Let there be music… fa la la la la la la la la
Above / Enjoy all the sounds, sights and sweet smells of the season. Thanks for supporting live music and all the arts, including culinary...
With music for the holidays, the Naperville Municipal Band takes the stage at The Wentz
Above / Since 1969, the Naperville Municipal Band has hosted indoor concerts, including the annual concert in December to kick off the holiday season....
Things to do around Naperville this weekend: Dec. 3-4, 2016
Above / Find plenty of holiday spirit in Naperville this weekend, with plenty of opportunities for live music and entertainment. Cheers!
UPDATE Dec. 16, 2016...
Naperville READS returns with celebrated children’s authors
Above / Community and Educators' events will be held at The Wentz Concert Hall on Dec. 7.
Anderson’s Bookshop in Naperville is delighted to be...
Today we are remembering Peg Yonker
Above / We're remembering our friend Peg Yonker for the many ways she contributed to this community and how she welcomed others to get...
Fry Family Y again will host annual Naperville Mayor’s Community Breakfast
Above / The Naperville Mayor's Community Breakfast is slated for Fri., Dec. 2, with a breakfast buffet served at 6:30AM. The program begins at 7AM....
Catch 35 will host Breakfast with Santa, provide holiday gift ideas
On Sat., Dec. 17, the jolly old man in the bright red suit is coming to town for Breakfast with Santa at Catch 35...
Hobson Oak is coming down today, November 17
Today local tree care professionals will begin taking down the historic Hobson Oak, located near the intersection of Hobson and Greene roads.
Work was expected...
Local artists team up to create new image of Dick Tracy
Above / The latest work featuring an image of Dick Tracy, the world's most-recognized crime stopper, will find a home in the Hotel Indigo...
Naperville’s VFW is set for its annual Turkey Raffle on Nov. 19
Above / Every autumn, Canada geese look forward to the Turkey Raffle at Judd Kendall VFW Post 3873. Just don't feed the Canada geese along...
The Curious Curator – Birds of a feather!
On the night of December 3, 1841, fourteen Naperville men discussed the question, “Are sandhill Cranes as good as turkies for culinary purposes?”
The question...
Art Talk – Culture appreciation, Naperville style
Ribfest, Last Fling, Riverwalk Fine Art Fair: what do these have in common? All three are highly anticipated signature festivals for Naperville that attract...
Nutrition Knowledge – Pause to be thankful
In just a few weeks, we will pause to remember all that we are thankful for. One of the best ways that we can...
Naperville Gardener – Let the Naperville Garden Club help you get excited about the holidays!
Our Cup of Cheer House Walk, Holiday Market and Tea begins the holiday season December 1 and 2. Four homes (near downtown Naperville and...
