Dry Out! Explore the power of Mother Nature, digitally, at www.positivelynaperville.com.
Stories of neighbors helping neighbors and all the residents of all ages who filled sand bags remind us of the American spirit of volunteerism that connects us from sea to shining sea. Certainly unthinkable events of this past week have created more than one dramatic and devastating happening to remember throughout this great nation in our ever-changing world.
The Riverwalk! Water has receded in downtown Naperville along the Riverwalk, though some sections of the winding brick path continue to be impassable. The DuPage River continues to be high and rapidly heading around the bend of the western branch as it travels through Naperville. Maintenance and clean-up crews have been busy marking areas for visitors to avoid.
Caution! Yellow & Red Tape! Still, be cautious. Pay attention to all of the yellow and red caution tape barriers that signify “Stop.” Don’t lean on railings.
Stay clear of high water areas. Always respect the power of rushing water.
DuPage River! Waters still are not low enough for canoe or kayak travelers to venture under bridges along the DuPage River. Waters are rushing so fast that that it’s not a good time for recreational canoeing. Weather events such as the one just experienced in Chicagoland are teachable times for adults to talk to youngsters about the ravages that can come from Mother Nature.
The Naperville Running Company! Folks were lined up this morning along Jefferson Ave. to purchase t-shirts and/or sign up for the “Runners for Boston 5K” at the Naperville Running Company.
Many running stores across America will host Runners for Boston events Monday evening, April 22. The Naperville event already is sold out, but the store is accepting donations.
What’s more, along with dozens of other running stores, Naperville Running Company will sell the “Runners For Boston” shirt ($20) to raise funds for individuals affected by the horrific bombings while supplies last. Doors opened at 10AM Sat., April 20.
Every penny will be forwarded to One Fund Boston, the charity endorsed by the Boston Athletic Association as well as Boston’s Mayor Menino to aid bombing victims.
Naperville’s Downtown Wedding Walk / 10AM – 5PM / This free event hosted by the Downtown Naperville Alliance will acquaint brides, grooms, their families and bridal parties will all that’s available downtown for planning their special day. Check-in will begin at 10AM inside Paper Source (215 S. Main Street) where brides and grooms will get a list of special wedding focused events and a chance to win great prizes including hotel packages and prizes. No cost to attend. For details, visit www.downtownnaperville.com.
Remember, many of the downtown Naperville restaurants offer catering for weddings. They also have special spots for rehearsal dinners, bridal showers and engagement parties as well as private little corners to pop the big question.
In addition to all the wedding planning opportunities in downtown Naperville, the Hotel Arista will be represented at Paper Source as one of the many fine locations in the city for wedding receptions.
Wedding attire and other accessories also will featured throughout downtown.
Naperville Junior Woman’s Club to Host 40th Annual Fashion Show / 10AM – 3PM / The Naperville Junior Woman’s Club is holding its 40th annual fashion show fundraiser, “Four Decades Through Hollywood,” benefitting Naperville’s Safety Town and the Humanitarian Service Project on Saturday, April 20 at the Drury Lane in Oak Brook Terrace. Tickets are available at two levels, VIP, which includes special front row access to the runway, champagne and an enhanced goodie bag for $100, and $75 general admission tickets. All tickets include a goodie bag, access to the luncheon and fashion show. To purchase tickets visit 2013njwcfashionshow-eorg.eventbrite.com/NJWC, or call the Event Hotline at (630) 575-9567.
Spin-A-Thon for Sarah / 1 – 5PM / Sarah is the daughter of longtime Naperville residents Susan and Martin Zeitlin. She is 32 and fighting breast cancer. This fundraiser is in effort to help raise funds for her medical costs. For more information about Sarah or her fight with cancer you can visit sarboobs.wordpress.com. Information about this event can be found on facebook.com/spinforsarah. Alfred Rubin Community Center, 305 W. Jackson Ave.
American Legion ‘Citizen-of-the-Year’ Dinner / 6 – 9PM / The American Legion Post 43 will host its annual Citizen-of-the-Year Award Dinner at the Judd Kendall VFW Post 3873, 902 W. Jackson Street. Congratulations to Jenny Dawley, the 2013 recipient.
The Chicago Sinfonietta presents “Arab Spring: Political Awakenings,” a concert led by Mei-Ann Chen / 8PM / The Chicago Sinfonietta will perform in North Central College’s Wentz Concert Hall at the Fine Arts Center, 171 E. Chicago Ave., Naperville. Tickets are $50, $40 and $10/children and students; call 630-637-SHOW (7469) or visit northcentralcollege.edu/showtix.
