Friday
Alice McDermott Author Talk / 7PM / Anderson’s Bookshops and North Central College co-present novelist and National Book Award-winner Alice McDermott in an author talk and book signing in North Central’s Koten Chapel at Kiekhofer Hall, 329 E. School St. McDermott’s new book, “Someone,” is a transformative narrative about an ordinary life, the life of Marie. For tickets and more information call Anderson’s at 630-355-2665 or visit andersonsbookshop.com.
Live Music at CityGate Grille / 8-11:00PM / Jive away select weekend evenings with live music at CityGate Grille. Paris Swing will be performing jazz and swing. CityGate Grille is located in the Calamos Investments building at CityGate Centre, I88 and Rt. 59. For dinner reservations call (630) 718-1010 or visit www.citygategrille.com.
‘Revenge of the Electric Car’ Movie Screening by Naperville for Clean Energy and Conservation / 7-9PM / Naperville for Clean Energy and Conservation (NCEC) will be hosting a free showing of, “Revenge of the Electric Car” at the end of September in conjunction with National Plug-In Day http://pluginday.org. A short panel discussion following the film and several electric vehicles will be on display including the Volt, Leaf, and several Teslas. Naperville Municipal Center, 400 South Eagle St.
Saturday
Naperville Farmer’s Market / 7AM – noon / Through October 26, the Naperville Farmer’s Market Association will hold its farmer’s market every Saturday from 7AM to noon at the Fifth Avenue Station parking lot. For more information, call (630) 369-5638.
North Central College Cardinal Football / 1PM / The North Central College Cardinals will play a nonconference home football game vs. University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point at Benedetti-Wehrli Stadium, 455 S. Brainard St. Tickets are $6/adults and free to students with a valid ID and to children ages 3 and under. For more information visit northcentralcardinals.com/football.
Days of our Lives is coming to Anderson’s Bookshop / 2-3PM / Daytime Emmy-winning soap opera Days of our Lives travels to Chicago to promote the show’s new book, “Days of our Lives Better Living: Cast Secrets for a Healthier, Balanced Life.” Fans can meet popular cast members including Deidre Hall, Shawn Christian, Arianne Zucker, Galen Gering, Chrishell Stause and Freddie Smith when they appear at Anderson’s Bookshop, 123 West Jefferson Ave.
Rockin’ Thru the Generations Scholarship Fundraiser / 7 – 10PM / The Bloom Education Network is holding their launch fundraiser “Rockin’ Thru the Generations Flashback to the Future” – Early bird tickets $30 pp, which includes, heavy appetizers, dj/dancing/karaoke, Next Generation Raffle, Silent Auction, Dance Contests, Karaoke Contests, Costume Contests and more. All proceeds to benefit the Bloom Education Network Scholarship Fund. $50 couples; $30 early bird; $40 at the door. Nevin’s Brewing Company 12337 South Rt. 59, Plainfield. Purchase tickets online at http://flashbacktothefuture.eventbrite.com.
Enjoy Fall Festival at St. Joan of Arc Parish / 5-10:30PM / Enjoy Fall Festival on Saturday, September 28 in the St. Joan of Arc school gym, 820 Division St., Lisle. The event is open to the public, adults age 21 & over, and tickets are $7 at the door. Enjoy delicious food, drinks, and Appletini’s. Live music will begin at 6PM. The first band plays traditional favorites including pop hits, dance music, and polkas. Later, “Tribute the Band” (www.tributeonline.com) performs classic rock. Proceeds benefit Upendo Village, which serves victims of AIDS in Kenya. For more info, visit www.sjalisle.org/home.
Sunday
Naperville Men’s Glee Club Fall Fundraiser / noon – 9PM / Get ready for an evening of great food, fun and entertainment. The Naperville Men’s Glee Club is holding its Fall Fundraiser Dinner at Traverso’s, 2523 Plainfield Naperville Rd. That day, 20 percent of food and beverage purchase will be donated to the glee club. Just present the orange card (print it out) and the donation will be made on either dine in or carry out orders. The Glee Club will perform a few songs around the dinner service. They’ll also raffle two tickets to NMGC’s 25th Anniversary Concert, so be sure to provide your name and contact information on the back of the orange card. Reservations recommended by calling (630) 305-7747.
DuPage-Will Hadassah’s Second Annual Author’s Luncheon / 12:30PM – 2PM / DuPage-Will Hadassah will be hosting Elizabeth Berg, a nationally acclaimed author, at a luncheon at Sullivan’s Steak House, South Main Street. The cost of the luncheon will be $36. The monies raised will be given to the Sarah Wetsman Davidson Tower Hospital in Israel. For more information, contact Jan Strauss (630) 983-1899.
Bike Bald for St. Baldrick’s Foundation / 1:30 – 2:30PM / Team up or ride solo in Bike Bald, a new charity family-friendly fun ride supporting St. Baldrick’s, all to Conquer Childhood Cancer, for all ages. Bike along the Du Page River Bike Trail, an easy 7m route ride. Stop at Dorothea Weigand Riverfront Park for the St. Baldrick’s event (Watch head shaving or become a shavee) and local sponsor area. Enjoy a picnic and the event. The Pete Ellman Big Band will also be performing along the route. Begin pedaling from the start line at E. Porter Ave & S. Loomis parking lot on the campus of North Central College. For more info, visit http://www.stbaldricks.org/events/bikebald.
