Friday
Halloween Party at the Y – 6-8PM | Free to Members – Small Fee for Guests
On Oct. 30, the 95th Street Y will host another round of fun for Halloween.
For all the information, visit www.napervilleymcas.com.
Theatre at Meiley-Swallow Hall – 31 S. Ellsworth Naperville, IL 60540
What better way to kick off our season of farce with a show that’s been enjoyed by millions of people worldwide and hailed as one of the funniest farces ever written Noises Off. This celebrated play serves up a hilarious romp of a comedy within a comedy, hurtling along at breakneck speed and following the backstage antics of a touring theatre company presenting Nothings On as they stumble their way through rehearsals, to a shambolic opening night and to their disastrous final performance. Doors slamming, on and off stage love triangles, falling trousers, flubbed lines, forgotten props, missed entrances, a whiskey loving actor and flying sardines all wickedly figure into the plot of what can happen on the other side of the curtain. The resulting chaos will have you helpless with laughter. www.brightsidetheatre.com or (630) 447-8497 for tickets.
Zombie’s Ball – 9PM | Free
Topgolf Naperville – 3211 Odyssey Court Naperville, IL 60563
Join us for the annual Topgolf Zombie’s Ball Friday October 30 & Saturday October 21 from 9PM-close for drink specials, live entertainment and of course, a costume contest!
IHSA Prep Football Playoffs First Round
NO. 27 BOLINGBROOK (5-4) @ NO. 6 NAPERVILLE CENTRAL (8-1) CLASS 8A, 7PM Friday
Fresh off claiming the program’s first DuPage Valley Conference title since 2001 after Friday’s 28-7 win at Lake Park, Naperville Central turns its focus to trying to make a return trip to DeKalb. Their 2013 Class 8A state title won at Huskie Stadium serving as motivation, the Redhawks will open opposite No. 27 Bolingbrook. Behind Conor Joyce, Emmanuel Rugamba and Matt Lehmann, Naperville Central has averaged 31.4 points during its five-game winning streak entering the postseason. If the Redhawks beat the Raiders, who upset Homewood-Flossmoor on Friday, Curie or Warren awaits.
NO. 21 ST. CHARLES NORTH (7-2) @ NO. 12 BENET (7-2) CLASS 7A, 1PM Saturday (Benedictine University, Lisle)
Benet enters the Class 7A postseason on a three-game winning streak, highlighted by its Week 8 upset of Joliet Catholic, and will host 21st-seeded St. Charles North. The Redwings’ offense – aside from a Week 3 loss to Notre Dame and a shutout loss at Nazareth – has put up at least 21 points in their seven victories. The North Stars have won four straight games since a 20-point loss to Batavia in Week 5 and have scored at least 28 points in every game. Cary-Grove or Belleville West could be next for Benet.
NO. 19 NEUQUA VALLEY (6-3) @ NO. 14 HINSDALE CENTRAL (7-2) CLASS 8A, 6PM Saturday
A two-game losing streak is how Neuqua Valley got to 6-3 entering the postseason for a second straight year. The Wildcats head to Hinsdale to meet No. 14 Hinsdale Central in the programs’ first meeting since 2006. With an eye towards getting healthier and if the Wildcats can regain their form that saw them win five straight games from Week 3 to Week 7, a date with either Waubonsie Valley or Edwardsville could come calling.
NO. 30 WAUBONSIE VALLEY (5-4) @ NO. 3 EDWARDSVILLE (9-0) CLASS 8A, 1PM Saturday
Its five victories marking its lowest regular-season total under Paul Murphy since 2006, Waubonsie Valley will make a trek to third-seeded Edwardsville looking for a new lease on life. Losses to Naperville North and Wheaton North to end the year may have put a little damper on things, but the Warriors did beat both Naperville Central and Glenbard North. An upset would send Waubonsie Valley to a second-round tilt either at home against Hinsdale Central or on the road at Neuqua Valley.
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Saturday
DuPage Symphony & Alma Dance Company present a Halloween Concert with orchestra members in costume, story telling, and some of the most famous Halloween music of all time. This program is intended for the entire family as an introduction to fine arts.
Fall Festival at Naperville Plaza – 11AM-2PM | Free
Naperville Plaza – Southwest corner, Washington at Gartner
All costumed Halloweeners (or not!) are welcome to the activities planned for the entire family by participating merchants in the popular shopping destination. Find a petting zoo hosted by First Community Financial Bank, display of emergency vehicles hosted by Naperville first responders, glitter tattoos at Oswald’s Pharmacy and other tricks and treats.
Casey’s Fires Up the Grill – 11AM-2PM | Specials start at $5
Casey’s Foods in Naperville Plaza – Washington Street at Gartner Road.
Today’s grilling will be repeated every Saturday and Sunday with lunchtime favorites until the fall season ends. Picnic tables provide seating under cover. Casey’s also has a variety of specialty cakes for special occasions in its bakery. Regular Store Hours: 8AM-8PM Monday-Friday, 8AM-7PM Saturday and 9AM-6PM Sunday. For more, check out Casey’s Foods. Also, check out the new, expanded deli, gourmet and cheese sections with more selections than ever inside, too.
Trick or Treat Scavenger Hunt – 11AM | Free
The Growing Place – 25 W 471 Plank Rd Naperville, IL 60563
Bring your little monsters all dressed up to either The Growing Place Naperville or Aurora on Halloween. Kids can visit each department for a fun scavenger hunt and a treat!
Trick or Treat – Though the City of Naperville has no ordinance determining Halloween hours for children, most residents adhere to hours of 4:30PM to 8PM for Trick or Treating door to door. Residents should use common sense to be safe to make Halloween a fun and festive time for all. Click HERE for safety tips.
Sunday
Daylight Saving Time Ends – 2AM | Free
Set your clocks back one hour and check other electronic devices so you won’t be late! We’ve been told some apps with alarms aren’t working as promised.
Happy November!
German Language Church Service – 11:30AM | Free
St. John United Church of Christ – 1190 Olesen Drive Naperville, IL 60540
Church services in the German language will be held at St. John United Church of Christ at 11:30 AM on Sunday, November 1. the service will be led by Pastor Dr. Egon Gerdes, and all are welcome to attend. St. John UCC is located at 1190 Olesen Drive. German services are held on the first Sunday of every month and will continue on December 6 and January 3. For more information, call (630) 355-5208.
And there’s more…
Look forward with photo enhanced City Notes every week. In addition to events and other happenings, find public meeting notices scheduled at the Naperville Municipal Center.
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 (To be Updated for 2016), 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.
