Friday
Historic Trolley Tour of Naperville – 11AM | $5-$10
Jackson Ave. & Eagle St. Naperville, IL 60563
Learn about old Naperville, and see the new Naperville! This one-hour Historic Tour of Naperville blends the past with the present, highlights Naperville’s growth, and includes some fun stories! Tours run every Friday during June, July and August at 11AM. Arrive at 10:50AM. No strollers. $10 for adults, $5 for children ages 4-17. All public tours start and end at the ‘Trolley Stop’ on Jackson Avenue at Eagle Street. Walk-ons permitted if space. napervilletrolley.com.
Author Talk: Chris Colfer – 7PM
Anderson’s Bookshop – 123 W. Jefferson Ave. Naperville, IL 60540
Calling all Gleeks! Your event has come, when Chris Colfer returns to sign copies of his latest children’s book, The Land of Stories: A Grimm Warning. You know him as Kurt Hummel on Glee, but you’ll be happy getting to know this Golden Globe winner as an author, too. His third book in the series puts characters to the test as they try to bring two worlds together. Just imagine the modern day world with the enchantments of classic fairy tales. andersonsbookshop.com.
RENT – Measure Your Life in Love – 7:30PM | $15
Madden Theatre – North Central College – 171 E. Chicago Avenue Naperville, IL 60563
Summer Musical Theatre Performance from The School of Performing Arts! RENT is a groundbreaking musical, following a year in the life of a group of young artists and musicians trying to thrive, create and survive. Winner of the Tony Award for Best Musical and the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, RENT has become a pop cultural phenomenon with songs that rock and a story that resonates with audiences of all ages. Rated PG-13, for content. www.schoolofperformingarts.com.
Summer Sidewalk Sales thru Saturday / 9AM-Dusk
Downtown Naperville – Come spend the day! Discover deals and discounts at 60 retailers along the sidewalks and inside, too. Choose among more than 40 different dining experiences from Catch 35 to Heaven on Seven to Quigley’s Irish Pub to Hugo’s. Enjoy!
Summer Sidewalk Sales thru Saturday / 9AM
Naperville Plaza – Check out sales at Oswald’s Pharmacy and Ana Banana Kids, etc.
Saturday
Naperville Farmers’ Market – 7AM
Fifth Avenue Station – 200 E. Fifth Ave., Naperville, IL 60540
Beginning the first Saturday in June through the last Saturday in October, the Farmer’s Market is open every Saturday from 7AM to noon at the Fifth Avenue Station parking lot.
Naperville Woman’s Club 55th Juried Fine Art Fair – 10AM
Naper Settlement – 523 S. Webster St Naperville, IL 60540
Illinois’ Longest running Art Fair! Over 100 local and national artists selling their original art work in a variety of mediums. Beautiful creations in ceramics, jewelry, painting, wood, sculpture, fiber, mixed media and glass area available for purchase. This event also features a Silent Auction, Empty Bowls fundraiser, Children’s Petite Picasso Area, food and entertainment. For more information, visit www.napervillewomansclub.com or call 630.209.1246. Note! Rain or shine on both Saturday and Sunday!
DuPage Symphony Orchestra – 8PM | $12-$18
Cantigny Park – 1S151 Winfield Road Wheaton, IL 60189
Enjoy a Ravinia-style outdoor concert with the DuPage Symphony, conducted by Music Director Barbara Schubert. $12 in advance or $18 day of show. Parking free. Discount available for Cantigny members. www.cantigny.org.
Sunday
Casey’s Fires up the Grill – 11AM
Casey’s Foods – 124 W. Gartner Rd. Naperville, IL 60540
Lunch is served fresh off the grill each Saturday and Sunday from 11AM – 2PM at Casey’s Foods. Choose from a variety of options, including burgers, brats, tacos or our weekly special. Add a dollar and get chips and a drink. It’s great food, at a good price, in a fun atmosphere. www.caseysfoods.com.
Watch the World Cup Finals at Quigley’s Pub – 2PM
Quigley’s Irish Pub – 43 E. Jefferson Ave. Naperville, IL 60540
Watch the World Cup Finals while enjoying a pint at Quigley’s. Germany to take on Argentina. www.quigleysirishpub.com.
From Garden to Table: Our Favorite Recipes & Tips – 1PM | Free
The Growing Place – 25w471 Plank Rd Naperville, IL 60563
Discover the pleasure of cooking with food you’ve grown yourself. We will share some of our favorite recipes and growing tips from our veteran staff. This weekend we will focus on herbal teas and fun snacks. Saturday in Aurora; Sunday in Naperville; short sessions at 12, 1, 2 and 3PM.
PN’s Events Calendars
Check out PN’s Events Calendar to help plan next week and upcoming weekends. On the blue navigation bar atop the Events Calendar, find calendars specific to Runs & Walks, Charity Golf, Festivals & Traditions, Anderson’s Book Events this month, North Central College Performing Arts this month and Naper Settlement events.
Thanks for reading and for participating in a variety of choices to connect in this community.
