Above / March 30 is National Pencil Day! It’s a great day to take City Notes and plan a few activities midway through spring break! If you need the latest in pencil designs and colors, find them at Oswald’s Pharmacy in Naperville Plaza where they’re preparing with other merchants for the 4th Annual Girls on Gartner to return the first Wednesday in May 2016. Take note!
Happy Springtime! Enjoy many upcoming events of the season
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Enjoy peaceful walks in Central Park, throughout the Naperville Historic District and the campus of North Central College and all along the Riverwalk, too.
News reports continue to tout the relaxing benefits of spending time in the great outdoors especially when the sun shines. We are grateful our city is plentiful with parks and sidewalks.
Think green! Shop and dine in downtown Naperville!
Sales! Sales! Sales! Venture to downtown Naperville, a happening place chock full of bargains and many reasons to window shop and go inside, too. Discover many spring styles to spiffy up any wardrobe.
Spring always is a great time to come downtown to renew your fashionable ways. Shop from shop to shop to check out the latest in spring fashion and discover the perfect place to spend time with family and friends, then arrange a dining experience this weekend or spring break any time.
From the Main Street Promenade to Washington Corners, Dean’s Fine Clothing to Anderson’s Bookshop and all points in between, find plenty of reasons to shop, have books signed, dine and be entertained by all the new development in the city’s central business district, including buds on trees!
And if you’re planning to put your house on the market this spring, The Irish Way has an assortment of St. Joseph statues to help speed the selling process.
Naperville Plaza
Plan ahead for spring holidays with novelty gifts, greeting cards, colorfully-wrapped candies and other supplies at Oswald’s Pharmacy where there’s a convenient U.S. Post Office location in Naperville Plaza. Arnie’s there much of the time to help with watch batteries and he’ll even point you in the right direction to find pencils on this National Pencil Day, March 30.
In addition, Oswald’s recently added a new Medical Equipment Showroom with all kinds of items to keep folks of all ages moving. Oswald’s new showroom also has the largest selection of lift chairs and other devices to give a little lift.
Ask to see what Oswald’s got going for all the other spring holidays, too.
Also stop by Casey’s Foods where you’ll find all the meats are a cut above all others and a gourmet deli offers delicious items good for the heart ready to go.
Spend your money where your heart and home are!
Think and shop locally. Recirculate dollars into the local economy whenever possible. Remember many local businesses offer online services and home delivery.
And look for other independents displaying the bright red IndieBound Naperville sign in Naperville Plaza such as First Community Financial Bank where they recently celebrated their first $1 billion in assets! First Community also handed out special coupons during the St. Patrick’s Day Parade to help raise funds and awareness for St. Baldrick’s Foundation. If you took one, stop by the bank to check to see if you’re a gift card winner by March 31!
Market Meadows
If you’re looking for comfortable sandals for spring and summer, new styles are arriving regularly at Toby’s Comfort Shoes, located in Market Meadows, 75th Street and Naper Boulevard.
The independently-owned shoe store is a showcase of the best brands of casual shoes, boots, sandals and socks for all seasons. From narrow to double wide, many women’s sizes up to 13 and many men’s sizes up to 15, find a good, professional fit that will be comfortable from the get go. Toby’s Comfort Shoes also carry “slip-free” shoes with arch supports for folks in service industries likely to be on their feet all day.
CityGate Centre
When you head to the Hotel Arista, CityGate Grille, Sugar Toad or Tap In Pub & Carvery at CityGate Centre or a new experience at 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 according to weather conditions and observe the speed limit. The innovative diverging diamond interchange, now open, is expected to enhance traffic flow on and off I-88.
(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.)
Naperville offers many ways to eat your heart out…
Recently Meson Sabika began celebrating its 25th anniversary year as the city’s Spanish tapas restaurant in the old Willoway mansion.
Decked out in style, historic Meson Sabika and the Pavilion at Meson Sabika, located at 1025 Aurora Ave., offer a variety of spaces for special seasonal parties, showers, receptions, anniversaries and a fun time on any day of the week. Find plenty of parking, too.
Watch for special events at Meson Sabika such as the Naperville Jaycees 37th Annual Distinguished Service Awards Dinner on Thurs., April 28.
Catch 35 Special Offer through March 31
Catch 35 fans are welcome to participate in the restaurant’s annual Fish Frenzy.
According to Social Media Manager Beth Sweeney, “many great food photographers eating at our restaurants. We love the pics and want to see more!”
Make a photo collage of your favorite Catch 35 Fish Frenzy dishes, post to Facebook, Twitter, Instagram with #catch35.
“We will share and post your collages on our Social Media,” said Sweeney.
Here’s the CATCH~ at the end of the month, one winner will be selected from all collages posted to receive a $100 complimentary certificate to Catch 35. The winner will be announced on March 31 on Facebook.
This promo is now in progress and ends at 10AM on March 31, 2016.
Catch 35 is located at Washington and Van Buren, just steps from the Van Buren Parking Deck.
Have you read the latest about the Independent Map Amendment?
According to recent news reports, organizers and supporters petitioning to put redrawing the Illinois District Maps question on the General Election Ballot, Nov. 8, 2016, are on their way to having the signatures they need.
Visit Independent Map Amendment to check their progress as they aim to create a nonpartisan 11-member board and “a system where the voters choose their representatives instead of the representatives choosing their voters.”
State of the City Address will be in April 2016
FYI: In response to inquiries in recent weeks, note that the State of the City Address presented by the Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce, usually held in late January, has been moved to Mon., April 25, 2016. To accommodate the large audience, the event will take place at the Embassy Suites. The State of the City Address will be held as Mayor Steve Chirico wraps up his first year in that office.
—PN
City Notes courtesy of the City of Naperville — Updated March 30, 2016 — Photos by PN
COMMUNITY EVENTS
New thru March 31
SENIOR SCAMS AND IDENTITY THEFT. Will County State’s Attorney James Glasgow will inform senior citizens on common scams and prevention techniques that can help them avoid becoming a victim from 2 to 3 p.m. on Thursday, March 31 at 95th Street Library, 3015 Cedar Glade Drive. This program is geared toward seniors, but anyone who wishes to learn how to protect themselves from scam artists and identity thieves are welcome. For more information, visit www.naperville-lib.org.
New thru March 31
POWERFUL ONLINE RESOURCES. During this NaperLaunch Business Meetup, learn how to access data to identify industry trends, complete demographic studies and analyze competitors and how to incorporate such data into a business plan. The program will be from 8 to 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, March 31 at Nichols Library, 200 W. Jefferson Ave. For more information, visit www.naperville-lib.org.
New thru April 1
1,000 BOOKS. Starting Friday, April 1, Naperville Public Library will kick off a new ongoing program called 1,000 Books, which will encourage parents to read to their children or to motivate young children to read on a regular basis, with the result being 1,000 books read by kindergarten. For more information, visit www.naperville-lib.org.
Starts April 1, New thru April 30
TEEN POETRY CONTEST. Teens can celebrate National Poetry Month with the library’s sixth annual Teen Poetry Contest. Offered at all three library buildings, the contest’s three divisions are sixth grade, seventh through eighth grades and high school. The contest will begin Friday, April 1, and the deadline for entries is 9 p.m. on Saturday, April 30. Pick up an entry form at any Naperville Public Library location or enter online at www.naperville-lib.org/teens/teenpoetrycontest2016. For more information, contact the library at (630) 961-4100, ext. 2203.
New thru April 2
NAPERVILLE PLAYS. Triple the fun, wonder of play and innovation with exciting hands-on activities and on-site exhibits provided by Naper Settlement, DuPage Children’s Museum and Naperville Public Library. This program will be from 1 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, April 2 at 95th Street Library, 3015 Cedar Glade Drive. For more information, visit www.naperville-lib.org.
New thru April 3
FREE MOVIE @ THE LIBRARY. See actress Alicia Vikander, who won an Oscar for her role as a Danish artist who strives to support her transgender pioneer husband, at the library’s 2 p.m. screening of “The Danish Girl” on Sunday, April 3 at 95th Street Library, 3015 Cedar Glade Drive. For more information, visit www.naperville-lib.org.
New thru April 6
GARDENING TO ATTRACT BIRDS AND BUTTERFLIES. Pat Armstrong of DuPage Wild Ones will explain how gardeners can lure native butterflies and song birds into their yards by replacing their chemical and water-dependent lawn with native plants that are adapted to the land’s soils and climate. The program will be from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 6 at Nichols Library, 200 W. Jefferson Ave. For more information, visit www.naperville-lib.org.
New thru April 12
THE ANTI-RAPE MOVEMENT ON U.S. COLLEGE CAMPUSES. Speaker Brooke Mascagni will discuss her current research project at De Paul University, which examines the effectiveness of sexual assault policies on college campuses and the most fruitful ways to combat rape culture, at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, April 12 at Celebration Community Life Center, 919 S. Washington St. For more information, contact aauwnaperville@hotmail.com or visit http://naperville-il.aauw.net.
New thru April 12
PANEL DISCUSSION ADDRESSING LIFE’S QUESTIONS. The concluding program in the three-part series that is exploring challenges people face during life’s major transition periods will be held from 7:30 to 9:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 12 at St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church, 1500 Brookdale Road. This panel discussion, “Your 60s & more…” will concentrate on the physical, emotional and spiritual issues confronting adults in their golden years. For more information, contact Felicia Lawlor at (630) 355-8980, ext. 104, or Cheryl Marshall at (630) 851-8781.
New thru April 15
CAPS POLICE DEPARTMENT NOMINATIONS. Citizens Appreciate Public Safety (CAPS) is seeking nominations from the community through April 15 to recognize outstanding service by Naperville Police Department personnel. Nominees will be honored at the CAPS awards dinner on Thursday, May 12 at 6:30 p.m. at Meson Sabika, 1025 Aurora Ave. For more information, visit www.napervillecaps.com.
New thru April 21
FREE LECTURE. North Central College will host a free lecture on the topic “Women in Sports Around the World” by Dr. Gertrud Pfister, professor of sport history at Copenhagen University, Denmark, at 6 p.m. on Thursday, April 21 in the Wentz Concert Hall Lobby, 171 E. Chicago Ave. For more information, contact Judy Brodhead at (630) 637-5276.
New thru April 21
WGN’S SKILLING ON CLIMATE CHANGE. Benedictine University will host “Energy and Climate Change: How Can Justice Be Achieved for Young People?” featuring climatologist James Hansen and WGN-TV chief meteorologist Tom Skilling from 7 to 9:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 21 in the Goodwin Hall Auditorium, 5700 College Road, Lisle. For more information, contact Jen Zingg at (630) 829-6460 or jzingg@ben.edu or visit www.ben.edu/ccl.
New thru April 22
SENIOR HOUSING OPTIONS EXPO. Naperville-Lisle Triad and the Naperville Senior Task Force will host the Senior Housing Options Expo (SHOE) on Friday, April 22 from 9 a.m. to noon in the Lower Level Meeting Rooms of the Naperville Municipal Center, 400 S. Eagle St. At least 35 agencies dedicated to helping seniors enjoy their desired living experience will be available to discuss home modifications for safety and convenience, independent living and downsizing, senior residences and care units, transportation choices, home sharing and more. For more information, visit www.naperville-lisle-triad.org.
New thru April 22
A WOMEN’S EVENING OF SPORT. Women’s marathon pioneer Katherin Switzer will kick off the inaugural Naperville Women’s Half Marathon and 5K with a presentation at North Central College’s Wentz Hall, 171 E. Chicago Ave., at 6 p.m. on Friday, April 22. For more information, visit www.active.com/naperville-il/running.
New thru April 23
MOSAIC FAIRY HOUSE. Construct a fairy house while learning both traditional and contemporary mosaic art techniques from 12:30 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, April 23 at the Naperville Fine Art Center & Gallery, 508 N. Center St. For more information or to register, call (630) 848-5000 or visit www.napervilleparks.org.
New thru April 23
WARRIOR EMPOWERMENT. Join WAR Chest Boutique for a free class that aids women in learning practical ways to feel encouraged and confident as well as practical self-defense moves. This class is from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 23 at Park’s Martial Arts Studio, 931 E. Ogden Ave. For more information or to register, visit www.warriorempowerment.eventbrite.com.
New thru April 23
FAMILY NATURE NIGHT. Enjoy spending time with your family, learn about nature and experience “Fabulous Frogs” with hands-on activities and short hikes at Family Nature Night from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, April 23 at Knoch Knolls Nature Center, 320 Knoch Knolls Road. For more information or to register, call (630) 848-5000 or visit www.napervilleparks.org.
New thru April 23
NAPER SETTLEMENT TAKES FLIGHT. Soar into the 1940s when “Naper Settlement Takes Flight” from 6:30 to 10 p.m. on Saturday, April 23. Guests will travel the 12-acre site to five destinations featuring flights of food and adult beverages. Entertainment will include big band music, signature cocktails and a live auction. To reserve a seat, call (630) 420-6016 or email partners@naperville.il.us.
New thru April 24
NAPERVILLE WOMEN’S HALF MARATHON AND 5K. On Sunday, April 24 the City of Naperville will play host to the newest community event for female-only runners of all ability levels with the inaugural Naperville Women’s Half Marathon and 5K. The marathon starts at 7 a.m., and the 5K starts at 7:20 a.m. near North Central College’s Benedetti-Wehrli Stadium, East Porter Avenue at South Loomis Street. For more information, visit www.napervillewomenshalf.com.
New thru April 24
FISHIN’ KIDS. Learn all the basics of fishing including how to rig a pole, bait the hook, cast and handle fish from 10 a.m. to noon on Sunday, April 24 at Knoch Knolls Nature Center, 320 Knoch Knolls Road. All fishing poles, bait and tackle are provided. For more information or to register, call (630) 848-5000 or visit www.napervilleparks.org.
Starts March 30, Good thru March 31
PACE HEARINGS ON PROPOSED ROUTE CHANGES. Pace will hold public hearings seeking public comment on proposed changes to bus service in Naperville, Lisle, Downers Grove, Lombard and Woodridge, including changes to routes 462, 464, 684, 686, 688, 689, 714, 821 and 829. The hearings will be held on Wednesday, March 30 at Lisle Village Hall, 925 Burlington Ave., Lisle and on Thursday, March 31 at Downers Grove Village Hall, 801 Burlington Ave., Downers Grove. All hearings will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. For more information, visit www.pacebus.com/sub/news_events.
Good thru March 31
FAMILY BINGO & PIZZA. Families are invited to join Naperville Park District for 12 games of Bingo, pizza and prizes from 6 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, March 31 at the Alfred Rubin Riverwalk Community Center, 305 W. Jackson Ave. For more information, call (630) 848-5000 or visit www.napervilleparks.org.
Starts March 31, Good thru April 2
ACTING/SINGING AUDITIONS. Community members are invited to audition for Summer Place Theatre’s summer staging of “Jesus Christ Superstar.” Auditions will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. on Thursday, March 31 and from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 2 at the Alfred Rubin Riverwalk Community Center, 305 W. Jackson Ave. For more information, visit www.summerplacetheatre.org/auditions.
Starts April 1, Good thru April 30
TEST DRIVES FOR AUTISM. Throughout Autism Awareness Month in April, car dealerships will donate $20 per test drive to “Test Drives for Autism,” with 100 percent of the donations going to Turning Pointe Autism Foundation. For a list of participating dealerships, call (630) 615-6060 or visit www.testdrivesforautism.com.
Good thru April 1
GRANDPARENT/GRANDCHILD BINGO & PIZZA. Grandparents are invited to round up their grandchildren for an afternoon of Bingo, pizza and prizes from noon to 1 p.m. on Friday, April 1 at the Alfred Rubin Riverwalk Community Center, 305 W. Jackson Ave. For more information, call (630) 848-5000 or visit www.napervilleparks.org.
Starts April 2, Good thru April 7
NURSING JOB FAIR. St. Patrick’s Residence Nursing and Rehabilitation, 1400 Brookdale Road, will host a nursing job fair from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 2 and from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Thursday, April 7. Full-time, part-time and PRN positions are available, and on-site interviews will be held during the fair. For more information, contact HR Director Anita Sipek at (630) 416-6565, ext. 1508, or hr@stpatricksresidence.org.
Starts April 2, Good thru April 3
HOME & GARDEN EXPO. Find thousands of inspiring ideas to remodel, repair and beautify your home at the Home & Garden Expo from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, April 2 and Sunday, April 3 at Players Sports & Event Center, 1740 Quincy Ave. Free admission and parking. For more information, call (630) 953-2500 or visit www.foxvalleyhomeshow.com.
Good thru April 2
NAPERVILLE PLAYS PRESENTS TEAM S.T.R.E.A.M. Triple the fun with hands-on activities, story times and on-site exhibits at Team S.T.R.E.A.M. (science, technology, reading, engineering, art and math). Presented in partnership with Naper Settlement, DuPage Children’s Museum and the Naperville Public Library, this program will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, April 2 at 95th Street Library, 3015 Cedar Glade Drive. For more information, call (630) 420-6010 or visit www.napersettlement.org.
Starts April 2, Good thru April 4
ACTING/SINGING AUDITIONS. Community members are invited to audition for “50 Years of Musicals from Summer Place Theatre.” Auditions will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, April 2 and from 7 to 10 p.m. on Monday, April 4 at the Alfred Rubin Riverwalk Community Center, 305 W. Jackson Ave. For more information, visit www.summerplacetheatre.org/auditions.
Good thru April 4
FREE PARENT CONVERSATION CIRCLES. Meet and engage with a trained facilitator and small groups of parents in a six-week curriculum-based parenting series that offers positive, practical and real-life strategies for parents with children and teens of all ages. Parent Conversation Circles start the week of April 4 and take place on different days/times throughout Naperville. Participation is free. To register for a session, visit www.parentsmattertoo.org/circles. For more information, call (630) 527-6562 or email info@parentsmattertoo.org.
Good thru April 4
NEWCOMERS AND NEIGHBORS CLUB WELCOME COFFEE. New and established residents are invited to join the Naperville Newcomers and Neighbors Club for a coffee at 11 a.m. on Monday, April 4 at the Naperville Municipal Center, 400 S. Eagle St. Children are welcome. For more information, contact Sue at (630) 904-5629 or visit www.napervillenewcomersandneighborsclub.com.
Good thru April 4
RIGHT PLANT + RIGHT PLACE = LOW MAINTENANCE. Reduce your garden maintenance and increase your successes by learning how to evaluate your site to choose the right plant to work within your garden conditions at the next meeting of the Naperville Community Garden Club at 7 p.m. on Monday, April 4 at the Knox Presbyterian Church, 1105 Catalpa Lane. For more information, visit www.napervillecommunitygardeners.org.
Ongoing thru April 6
FREE TAX FILING ASSISTANCE FOR SENIORS. Volunteer tax preparers in the AARP Foundation Tax-Aide program will provide free tax filing assistance to seniors by appointment only. Appointments are available at the Alfred Rubin Riverwalk Community Center, 305 W. Jackson Ave., on Wednesdays through April 6. Membership in AARP is not required. To schedule an appointment, call the Naperville Park District at (630) 848-3613.
Starts April 8, Good thru April 9
PRAIRIE VIEW FINE ARTS INVITATIONAL. Enjoy the skills of fun and eclectic local and regional artists with an eye toward sustainable and one-of-a-kind work at the Prairie View Fine Arts Invitational from 7 to 9 p.m. on Friday, April 8 and continuing from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, April 9 at DuPage Unitarian Universalist Church, 1828 Old Naperville Road. For more information, visit www.prairieviewarts.com.
Good thru April 9
PANCAKE BREAKFAST. Join Boy Scout Troop 100 for an all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast from 7 a.m. to noon on Saturday, April 9 at Wesley United Methodist Church, 21 E. Franklin Ave.
Good thru April 9
OUR VOICE SPEAKER SERIES: LEGISLATIVE UPDATE. Join Rep. Grant Wehrli on Saturday, April 9 from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. in Meeting Room B of the Naperville Municipal Center, 400 S. Eagle St., for a discussion of legislation that impacts the senior population. Rep. Wehrli will also provide a general legislative update and be available to answer your questions. This is part of the Senior Task Force’s monthly “Our Voice” speaker series. To RSVP, call (630) 848-3613 or email seniortaskforce@naperville.il.us.
Starts April 9, Good thru April 23
RELAX AND MEDITATE. Community members are invited to learn about relaxation and meditation during a free Heartfulness series of workshops held from 2 to 4 p.m. at 95th Street Library, 3015 Cedar Glade Drive, on Saturday, April 9, 16 and 23. For more information, call (630) 328-3929 or visit www.heartfulness.org.
Good thru April 10
NAPERVILLE MEN’S GLEE CLUB CONCERT. The Naperville Men’s Glee Club presents “The American Heroes Concert” at 3 p.m. on Sunday, April 10 in North Central College’s Pfeiffer Hall, 310 E. Benton Ave. For more information and tickets, call (630) 448-0518 or visit www.napervillemensgleeclub.org.
Good thru April 10
HISTORY SPEAKS LECTURE SERIES: ZELDA FITZGERALD. Lynn Rymarz will discuss the tempestuous love story of F. Scott and Zelda Fitzgerald during “Zelda Fitzgerald: This Side of Paradise – Her Story” from 4 to 5 p.m. on Sunday, April 10 at Naper Settlement, 523 S. Webster St. For more information, call (630) 420-6010 or visit www.napersettlement.org.
Good thru April 13
STUDENT JAZZ PERFORMANCE. North Central College presents a student jazz performance featuring two jazz combos and the Big Band at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 13 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.
Good thru April 16
30TH ANNUAL ROAD RALLY. Grab your neighbors and friends to create a team for a scavenger hunt on wheels that will test your mind, body and teamwork. The 30th Annual Road Rally, designed by the Bolingbrook, Lisle, Naperville and Woodridge park districts, will begin at the Woodridge Park District Community Center, 2600 Center Drive, Woodridge, and will be held from 4 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, April 16. For more information or to register, call (630) 848-5000 or visit www.napervilleparks.org.
Good thru April 17
POTLUCK AND SEED SWAP. Enjoy some permaculture community time as The Resiliency Institute, 10S404 Knoch Knolls Road, enjoys food, conversation and seed sharing from 1 to 3:30 p.m. on Sunday, April 17. For more information, call (630) 425-4285 or visit www.theresiliencyinstitute.net.
Good thru April 18
DOCUMENTARY SCREENING. North Central College will host a free screening of the documentary “American Textures” at 7 p.m. on Monday, April 18 in Smith Hall at Old Main, 30 N. Brainard St. Director Arnd Wächter will introduce and discuss the film, which follows the journey of six American youth of White, Black and Latino origin as they confront racial divisions in the United States. For more information, call Rebecca Pugh at (630) 637-5132.
Ongoing thru October 26
WEDNESDAY WALKING CLUB. Get fit the old fashioned way during Naper Settlement’s Wednesday Walking Club that will be held from 8 to 9 a.m. Wednesdays, April 6 through October 26 on the Settlement’s 12-acre museum campus, 523 S. Webster St. For more information, visit www.napersettlement.org.
GENERAL INFORMATION
New thru April 15
LIBRARY RENOVATIONS TO BEGIN. Nichols Library, 200 W. Jefferson Ave., will close at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, April 12 to prepare for renovations. From Wednesday, April 13 through Friday, April 15, the lower level of Nichols Library will be closed. All levels will be open again Saturday, April 16. For more information, visit www.naperville-lib.org.
Good thru April 1
SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE. Applications are being accepted through Friday, April 1 for the 2016 Officer David White Scholarship, which is awarded for commitment to compassionate public service. For more information, visitwww.napervilleparks.org/parkpolice.
Good thru April 1
NAPER SETTLEMENT SUMMER SEASON. The summer season begins on Friday, April 1 at Naper Settlement, 523 S. Webster St. Programs and special events are held throughout the summer season of April through October on the 12-acre museum campus that features 30 historic buildings and structures. For more information, call (630) 420-6010 or visit www.napersettlement.org.
Good thru April 6
THE SENIOR TASK FORCE NEEDS YOU! Do you like to organize events that help positively impact lives? Love to share news and tips with your friends? The Senior Task Force (STF) needs you! The STF is looking for two individuals to assist the group with its monthly speaker series and quarterly “Our Voice” senior newsletter. Here are a few of the tasks you would be responsible for:
- Speaker series oversight: Develop topics for the monthly forums, book speakers and sponsors, provide day-of-event assistance
- “Our Voice” newsletter: Develop article ideas and sources, generate and maintain an editorial calendar, write articles as desired
Anyone interested in these positions should contact STF co-chair Karen Courney as soon as possible at seniortaskforce@naperville.il.us and provide their name, contact information, a brief overview of why they are interested in the position and a resume. Interviews will be conducted with potential applicants.
Good thru April 15
SISTER CITIES COMMISSION YOUNG ARTISTS SHOWCASE. Naperville’s Sister Cities Commission is encouraging young artists to submit their artwork into the 2016 Young Artists Showcase competition. All completed artwork and entry paperwork should be brought to the Mayor’s Office at the Naperville Municipal Center, 400 S. Eagle St., by 4 p.m. on Monday, April 11. A gallery show and award ceremony is planned for Friday, April 15 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Naperville Art League, 508 N. Center St.
Good thru May 22
NEW SUNDAY HOURS. Nichols and 95th Street libraries will be open from 1 to 9 p.m. every Sunday through May 22. Stop in to get last-minute projects, homework or reading time in before the week begins. However, Naper Blvd. Library will be open from 1 to 5 p.m. every Sunday. For more information, visit www.naperville-lib.org.
NAPER NOTIFY. Naper Notify provides emergency and quality-of-life information via phone call, text message, email or smart phone app. For more information and to sign up, visit www.napernotify.com.
SMART911. When you make an emergency call from a registered phone, Smart911 displays your profile on the 9-1-1 call taker’s screen. To register, visit www.naperville.il.us/smart911.aspx.
POWER OUTAGES. If you are experiencing a power outage, please report it 24 hours a day, seven days a week to Naperville City Dispatch by calling (630) 420-6187.
HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE FACILITY. Household Hazardous Waste may be safely disposed of at the new drop-off facility located at 156 Fort Hill Drive. For more information, visit www.naperville.il.us/hhw.aspx.
HOLIDAY GARBAGE COLLECTION. When residential garbage collection falls on New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving or Christmas, pickup will resume one day later for the remainder of the week.
NAPERVILLE SEARCH AND RESCUE TEAM. The Naperville Search and Rescue Team helps locate persons who are missing and in distress. They also may assist with evidence recovery and help out at local festivals, such as Ribfest and Last Fling. For more information, contact Judy Cittadino at beyondthefinish@yahoo.com.
“CLUNKER” VEHICLE DONATIONS. The Naperville Fire Department is seeking donations of used and otherwise “clunker” vehicles. To donate, contact Ruthi Sommers at (630) 305-5900.
MUNICIPAL VOLUNTEER PROGRAM. The City of Naperville has shifts for its front desk reception volunteer position. If you are interested, contact bradleyj@naperville.il.us to obtain an application.
ONLINE LIBRARY NEWSLETTER. Patrons can subscribe to the Naperville Public Library’s monthly newsletter to receive up-to-date library news by visiting http://bit.ly/nplnewsletter.
RECYCLE MY FRIDGE. Illinois Municipal Electric Agency (IMEA) customers can recycle secondary refrigerators and receive a prepaid card. For more information, visit www.RecycleMyFridge.org.
FIRST AID AND CPR/AED TRAINING. The City is offering first aid, CPR and AED certification classes for residents and businesses. For more information, visit www.naperville.il.us/cpraed.aspx.
FINANCE DEPARTMENT HOURS. The Finance Department is open Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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: Tuesday, April 5, 7 p.m., Council Chambers
Planning and Zoning Commission: Wednesday, April 6, 7 p.m., Council Chambers
Advisory Commission on Disabilities: Wednesday, April 6, 6:30 p.m., Meeting Room A
Any individual with a disability requesting a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in a public meeting should contact the Communications Department at least 48 hours in advance of the scheduled meeting. The Communications Department can be reached in person at 400 S. Eagle Street, Naperville, IL, via telephone at (630) 420-6707 or (630) 305-5205 (TDD) or via e-mail at info@naperville.il.us. Every effort will be made to allow for meeting participation.
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On the navigation bar atop the Events Calendar, find month’s Book Events hosted by Anderson’s, North Central College Performing Arts and happenings at Naper Settlement.
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