After this weekend’s first frost, be sure to experience the awesome autumn views throughout town.
Discover many golden opportunities for shopping, dining, fundraising and sporting events from all points N.E.W.S. Enjoy the ever-changing colors along the Riverwalk, too!
Downtown Naperville is always a happening place, chock full of reasons to window shop and go inside, too! From the Main Street Promenade to Washington Corners and all points in between, find plenty of reasons to shop, have books signed, dine and be entertained by all the new stores and development in the city’s central business district.
Note the upcoming trick or treat fun planned for young goblins and other costumed Halloweeners from 10AM to Noon on Sun., Oct. 25, in downtown Naperville. This year it’s called Halloween Hop!
Stop by Naperville Plaza at Washington and Gartner to see the spacious addition at Oswald’s Pharmacy, shop at Casey’s Foods where they grill during lunchtime on the patio every Saturday and Sunday, and visit First Community Financial Bank where they recently celebrated their first $1 billion in assets!
Naperville Plaza is preparing for its annual Fall Festival, petting zoo and all, this year from 11AM to 2PM on Halloween, Sat., Oct. 31.
Or venture north or south along Route 59. And in the spirit of public safety, always pay attention! Drive carefully.
When you head to the Hotel Arista at CityGate Centre or Top Golf on Naperville’s northwest side, be mindful of the new traffic configuration at I-88 and Route 59 that may create a little confusion for first-time users. As always, drive with caution. The innovative diverging diamond interchange is expected to enhance traffic flow on and off I-88.
(Note: The first diverging diamond interchange opened to traffic in the state of Illinois on I-57 at Marion on August 12, 2015. Diverging diamond interchanges are now operational in 18 states across the nation, with plans to construct them in six other states.)
Hotel Arista also will host the Regional Economic Forecast on from 7 to 9AM on Thursday, October 29, featuring a panel of industry experts sharing unique insight and analyses of market conditions for the coming year and providing attendees with economic perspective to help them better manage their business. For more information, visit www.naperville.net.
Historic Meson Sabika, located at 1025 Aurora Ave., offers outdoor dining with a choice of two patio settings, one between the Mansion and the Pavilion with seating for patrons and their friendly dogs.
The CAPS awards dinner for the Naperville Fire Department is slated for 6:30PM on Thursday, October 22, in the Pavilion at Meson Sabika. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.napervillecaps.com or call 630-305-5900.
In addition, Meson Sabika again will open its doors from 11AM to 1:30PM on Thanksgiving Day for anyone in need who would appreciate a complimentary traditional turkey dinner. Reservations are required as seating is limited. RSVP by Nov. 11 at (630) 983-3000 x2.
City Notes courtesy of the City of Naperville — Updated Oct. 18, 2015 — Photos by PN
MUNICIPAL MEETING SCHEDULE
Please note that all meeting locations listed below are rooms in the Naperville Municipal Center, 400 S. Eagle St., unless otherwise indicated.
City Council: 7PM Tuesday, October 20, Council Chambers.
Planning and Zoning Commission: 7PM Wednesday, October 21, Council Chambers.
Public Open House / Electric Rate Study: 5 to 8PM on Wednesday, October 21. Open House will provide utility customers with an opportunity to learn about and comment on Naperville’s 2015 electric utility rate study and how it may impact them. Held in Meeting Rooms A and B.
COMMUNITY EVENTS
New thru October 22
PERMACULTURE DESIGN CERTIFICATE COURSE. Learn a system of design for lifestyle, land and community that cares for people, the earth and a resilient future during a three-weekend course that begins on Thursday, October 22. This course is held from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day at The Resiliency Institute, 10S404 Knoch Knolls Road. For more information, visit www.theresiliencyinstitute.net.
Editor’s Note regarding October 22 DCM at Noah’s Event Venue / DuPage Children’s Museum Fourth Annual Innovation Event “Leading UP: Building Blocks for Future Leaders” with Leadership Expert Harry M. Jansen Kraemer, Jr., Keynote Speaker, Thursday, October 22, 5:30 p.m. at Noah’s Event Venue. For info, click this previous PN Post.
Starts October 23, New thru October 24
ADD IT UP! MATH MATTERS. DuPage Children’s Museum will host its annual early learning symposium, ADD IT UP! Math Matters, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Friday, October 23 and from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, October 24 at DuPage Children’s Museum, 301 N. Washington St. The event features keynote speaker Jennifer McCray and breakout sessions. For more information, email Margaret Hanly atmhanly@dupagechildrensmuseum.org or visitwww.dupagechildrens.org/symposium.
New thru October 24
HOWLOWEEN HOOPLA. Bring your pet for the sixth annual Howloween Hoopla dog extravaganza from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, October 24 at Whalon Lake, located on Royce Road, west of Route 53. The event will feature fun activities and demonstrations for participants and their pups. For more information, call (708) 534-8499 or visitwww.reconnectwithnature.org.
New thru October 28
HALLOWEEN ON THE RIVERWALK. Children of all ages and their caregivers can dress in costume and enjoy Halloween fun from 4:30 to 5:15 p.m. at the Riverwalk Amphitheater across Jackson Avenue from Nichols Library, 200 S. Jefferson Ave., on Wednesday, October 28. Enjoy stories, songs and a puppet show. For more information, visit www.naperville-lib.org.
Starts October 28, New thru October 29
DIGITAL LEARNING SESSION. Delve into Digital Learning at Naperville Community Unit School District 203 schools at one of two sessions, including hands-on demonstrations and lessons. The Wednesday, October 28 session will be held in Naperville Central High School, 440 Aurora Ave., from 7 to 9 p.m. The Thursday, October 29 session will be held at Grace United Methodist Church, 300 E. Gartner Road, from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. For more information, visitwww.naperville203.org.
New thru October 29
REGIONAL ECONOMIC FORECAST. The Regional Economic Forecast on Thursday, October 29 from 7 to 9 a.m. at Hotel Arista, 2139 CityGate Lane, will feature a panel of industry experts sharing unique insight and analyses of market conditions for the coming year and providing attendees with economic perspective to help them better manage their business. For more information, visit www.naperville.net.
New thru October 31
INTRO TO CHEESE MAKING. Transform milk into cultured butter, feta cheese, kefir, mozzarella and several varieties of soft cheeses at this Resiliency Institute program from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, October 31 at the institute’s 10S404 Knoch Knolls Road location. For more information, visit www.theresiliencyinstitute.net.
Good thru October 21
NAPERVILLE GIVES DAY. Show your support for local charities that make an impact right here in Naperville by donating through Naperville Gives on Wednesday, October 21. Beginning at midnight and continuing until 11:59 p.m., Naperville-area residents can go to www.napervillegives.org, connect with causes and make tax-deductible donations. For more information, visit www.napervillegives.org.
Good October 21-24
“WASTELAND.” North Central College presents the student-directed play “Wasteland,” which tells the story of two U.S. prisoners held underground during the Vietnam War. Performances will be staged at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, October 21; Thursday, October 22 and Saturday, October 24 in Meiley-Swallow Hall, 31 S. Ellsworth St. For more information, call (630) 637-7469 or visit www.northcentralcollege.edu/showtix.
Good thru October 22
“LEADING UP: BUILDING BLOCKS FOR FUTURE LEADERS.” DuPage Children’s Museum invites business and community leaders to join leadership expert and consultant Harry Jansen Kraemer, Jr., as well as a panel of experts, for an evening on how creative thinking, problem solving and risk taking are all important attributes of effective leadership. The event takes place Thursday, October 22 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Noah’s, 119 Shuman Blvd. For more information, visit www.dupagechildrensmuseum.org/innovation.
Good thru October 22
CAPS Dinner in Pavilion at Meson Sabika is Oct. 22
CAPS AWARDS DINNER. Citizens Appreciate Public Safety (CAPS) will honor outstanding service by Naperville Fire Department personnel at an awards dinner on Thursday, October 22 at 6:30 p.m. in the Pavilion at Meson Sabika, 1025 Aurora Ave. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.napervillecaps.com.
In addition, Citizens Appreciate Public Safety recently established a Commemorative Brick Program to augment the sculpture in the Public Safety Memorial Plaza located in the Naperville Public Safety Center. Individuals who would like to make a contribution to CAPS in support of the plaza may purchase a commemorative personalized brick ($250 each) by visiting napervillecaps.com and contacting contacting Ruthi Sommers at sommersr@naperville.il.us or 630-305-5900.
Good thru October 22
PETER FRAMPTON RAW. North Central College welcomes Grammy Award-winning guitarist Peter Frampton in his acoustic-only set, “Raw, An Acoustic Tour,” at 8 p.m. on Thursday, October 22 in Pfeiffer Hall, 310 E. Benton Ave. For more information or to purchase tickets, call (630) 637-7469 or visit www.northcentralcollege.edu/showtix.
Good thru October 23
HOMECOMING KICKOFF CONCERT. North Central College’s annual Homecoming Kickoff Concert opens the concert season for the College’s Cardinal Chorus, Chamber Singers, Women’s Chorale, Concert Choir, Concert Winds, Symphonic Band and Jazz Combo I. The free concert begins at 8 p.m. on Friday, October 23 at the Fine Arts Center, 171 E. Chicago Ave. For more information or to purchase tickets, call (630) 637-7469 or visitwww.northcentralcollege.edu/showtix.
Good thru October 24
NAPERVILLE PARK DISTRICT FAMILY HAYRIDES. Round up the family and take a hayride in the crisp autumn air through Knoch Knolls Park, 336 Knoch Knolls Road, on Saturday, October 24. Each child and adult attending must register except for children younger than three who may ride for free. For more information, visitwww.napervilleparks.org.
Good thru October 24
PUMPKIN DECORATING AND S’MORES. The whole family is invited to enjoy some Halloween fun at the Naperville Park District’s Pumpkin Decorating and S’mores event from 9 to 10 a.m. on Saturday, October 24 at the Seager Park Interpretive Center, 1163 Plank Road. For more information, call (630) 848-5000 or visit www.napervilleparks.org.
Good thru October 24
FALL FEST. Families in need can enjoy free games, crafts and food while also receiving gently used clothing, Halloween costumes, winter wear, shoes, books and more at Restoration Community Church’s 2015 Fall Fest on Saturday, October 24. The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Washington Jr. High School, 201 N. Washington St., and will feature complimentary haircuts, blood pressure screenings and flu shots (free for the uninsured). For more information, email contact@rccnaperville.org.
Good thru October 24
HOMECOMING PARADE. North Central College invites the public to view its annual Homecoming parade starting at 12:45 p.m. on Saturday, October 24. The parade begins at North Brainard and East School streets and proceeds south on Brainard to Championship Plaza, where a pep rally will be held. For more information, visitwww.northcentralcollege.edu/homecoming.
Starts October 24, Good thru October 25
MARY POPPINS AUDITIONS. Children and adults are invited to audition for Magical Starlight Theatre’s “Mary Poppins” on Saturday, October 24 and Sunday, October 25 at the Alfred Rubin Riverwalk Community Center, 305 W. Jackson Ave. Auditions for children under age 16 will be from 1 to 2:30 p.m. and auditions for actors 16 and older will be 2:30 to 4 p.m. both days. For more information, visit www.magicalstarlighttheatre.org or e-mail info@MagicalStarlightTheatre.org.
Good thru October 24
STEP UP FOR AUTISM WALK. Little Friends will host its seventh annual Step Up for Autism walk on Saturday, October 24 along the Riverwalk in downtown Naperville to raise awareness about autism. Festivities include a fun-filled Kids’ Area and food vendors starting at 5:30 p.m. and continue with a one-mile family friendly walk beginning at 6:30 p.m. For more information, visit www.littlefriendsinc.org. ALERT! Note the change to evening when all the teams at the event will glow in the dark!
Good thru October 24
SCARE-ILLON CONCERT. Head to the Millennium Carillon, 443 Aurora Ave., for a Halloween-themed concert on Saturday, October 24 and hear spooky and atmospheric pieces, featuring both classical and popular music from 7 to 8 p.m. For more information, visit www.napervilleparks.org.
Good thru October 24
WINE TASTING. Support Respite Endowment Organization, which provides caregivers of children with special needs much-needed “respite” breaks, by attending a wine tasting at 7 p.m. on Saturday, October 24 at Peterson Spirits and Fine Wines, 1274 E. Chicago Ave. For more information, visit www.respiteendowment.org.
Good thru October 25 / Sunday!
HALLOWEEN HOP. Join others for great gobs ‘o fun when downtown Naperville hosts its first ‘Halloween Hop’ on Sunday, October 25 from 10 a.m. to noon. Costumed goons and goblins, along with their parents will check in at Main Street and Jefferson Street and receive a map of Halloween ‘stops’ they can hop to for non-candy treats. For more information, visit www.downtownnaperville.com.
Good thru October 25 / Sunday!
FASHION SHOW: “ON THE RED CARPET.” Enjoy lunch out with friends at the Hilton Hotel, 3003 Corporate West Drive, while taking in a fashion show and enjoying a raffle and auction on Sunday, October 25 from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, visit www.downtownnaperville.com.
Good thru October 25 / Sunday!
HALLOWEEN HAPPENING. Enjoy lots of free Halloween activities at Naperville’s best Halloween fest for little ones ages 10 and younger. Naperville Park District’s Halloween Happening will be held on Sunday, October 25, from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Riverwalk Grand Pavilion, 912 Sindt Ct. For more information, visit www.napervilleparks.org.
Good thru October 25 / Sunday
HALLOWEEN HAYRIDE. Calling all witches, wizards, ghosts and goblins. Dress up in your favorite Halloween costume (parents included) and join the Naperville Park District for a Halloween Hayride on Sunday, October 25 at Knoch Knolls Park, 336 Knoch Knolls Road. This event is from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. and includes a bonfire and hot chocolate. For more information, visit www.napervilleparks.org.
Good thru October 25 / Sunday!
JONNY LANG IN CONCERT. North Central College welcomes singer Jonny Lang in concert at 6 p.m. on Sunday, October 25 at the Fine Arts Center, 171 E. Chicago Ave., to perform selections from his popular release “Fight For My Soul.” For more information or to purchase tickets, call (630) 637-7469 or visitwww.northcentralcollege.edu/showtix.
Ongoing thru October 28
WEDNESDAY WALKING CLUB. Every Wednesday at 8 a.m. through October 28, join the free Wednesday Walking Club at Naper Settlement, 523 S. Webster St. Check in at the Pre-Emption House Visitor Center then log your minutes to earn reward tickets to Naper Settlement programs and events. No registration is required. For more information, call (630) 420-6010 or visit www.napersettlement.org.
Good thru October 28
HONORS CHORAL INVITATIONAL. North Central College presents its annual Honors Choral Invitational, featuring guest ensembles and the College’s Cardinal Chorus, Chamber Singers, Women’s Chorale and Concert Choir. The concert begins at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, October 28 at the Fine Arts Center, 171 E. Chicago Ave. For more information or to purchase tickets, call (630) 637-7469 or visit www.northcentralcollege.edu/showtix.
Starts October 30, Good thru November 1
“NOISES OFF.” Naperville’s Brightside Theatre stages the comedy “Noises Off” at 8 p.m. on Friday, October 30 and Saturday, October 31 and at 3 p.m. on Sunday, November 1 in Meiley-Swallow Hall, 31 S. Ellsworth St. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.brightsidetheatre.com.
Ongoing thru October 31
FIFTH AVENUE STATION FARMERS MARKET. Local farmers sell fresh fruits, vegetables, flowers, baked goods and other produce in an open-air market at the Fifth Avenue Station parking lot, 200 E. 5th Ave., from 7 a.m. to noon every Saturday through October. For more information, call (630) 369-5638.
Good thru October 31
DUPAGE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA HALLOWEEN CONCERT. The DuPage Symphony Orchestra performs its “Halloween Concert,” featuring costumes and storytelling by the musicians, at 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, October 31 in the Fine Arts Center, 171 E. Chicago Avenue. For more information, call (630) 637-7469 or visit www.northcentralcollege.edu/showtix.
Ongoing thru October 31
HALLOWEEN PUMPKIN DECORATING CONTEST. Carve, decorate or paint a pumpkin and then send a photo of it toTeenSpaceNPL@gmail.com for a chance to win a prize. Entries, which must be received by midnight on Saturday, October 31, will be shared on the library’s Instagram accounts. Include the pumpkin designer’s name, grade and phone number along with the photo. For more information, visit www.naperville-lib.org.
Editor’s Note / Good thru October 31
DOOR-TO-DOOR TRICK OF TREATING. Though the City of Naperville does not have set times for trick or treating on Halloween, Oct. 31, most parents adhere to common sense hours of 4:30PM (dusk) to 8PM. Porch lights that remain “on” welcome youngsters in costumes. PN “Focus of Safety” columnist Julie Smith from the Naperville Police Department also shares her advice on Halloween and many other topics.
GENERAL INFORMATION
October 25
FALL VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES AT THE PARK DISTRICT. Get involved with the Naperville Park District by volunteering to staff Halloween Happenings on Sunday, October 25. Those interested in volunteering at this or other events, such as “Ghost Stories in the Park … In the Dark” or “Pumpkin Decorating and S’Mores,” can learn more and register at www.napervilleparks.org.
Veterans Day Week / Remember 11-11-11
November 5
CHEERS FOR OUR VETERANS. Naperville Responds For Our Veterans will hold its annual Cheers For Our Veterans gala and fundraiser from 5:30 to 9 p.m. on Thursday, November 5 at the new Naperville Embassy Suites, 1823 Arbiter Court. For more information, visit www.nrfov.org/cheers-veterans.
Starts November 6
HEALING FIELD OF HONOR. 2,015 of U.S. flags will be posted on Rotary Hill, 443 Aurora Ave., from Friday, November 6 through Thursday, November 12 in honor of American men and women in the military. The theme for Naperville’s 2015 Healing Field of Honor is “50 Years of Healing,” a tribute to those who fought and died during the Vietnam War. For more information, visit www.healingfield.org/naperville. )
Healing Field of Honor returns to Rotary Hill, Nov. 6-12, with 2,015 American flags in tribute to all who have served this nation and in observance of the 50th anniversary of the beginning of the Vietnam War. Observe Veterans Day, “11-11-11.” Peace.
(Photo below features 2009 Healing Field with 2,009 American Flags. LINKS to previous stories…
THE NAPERVILLE NOON LIONS CLUB TURKEY TROT 5k IS THANKSGIVING DAY! Register now! Register in advance for the family-friendly run or walk on Nov. 26.
And there’s more on this website…
Charity Golf Season is about to hang up the clubs for the year. To plan for next year, find listings at Charity Golf to note when golf events typically are held.
Links to regular meeting schedule for other municipal governing bodies…
Also check out PN’s Events Calendar for other events as well as to help plan next week and upcoming weekends. On the navigation bar atop the Events Calendar, find calendars specific to Runs & Walks, Charity Golf (Updated!), Festivals & Traditions over the course of the year as well as this month’s Book Events hosted by Anderson’s, North Central College Performing Arts and happenings at Naper Settlement.
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