All Month
4:44 Rotary Club of Naperville Downtown Meeting / Wednesdays, 4:44PM / The Rotary Club of Naperville Downtown meet Wednesdays, except on Wednesdays before major holidays, at the Frog Pond at Hugo’s Frog Bar and Fish House located at 55. S. Main St. in downtown Naperville within Main Street Promenade. Meetings start at 4:44 and usually last an hour. Visitors are welcome. For more info, visit www.rcndowntown.com.
Rotary Club of Naperville Sunrise Meeting / Fridays, 7AM / The Rotary Club of Naperville Sunrise meets most Fridays at the Naperville Country Club, 25W570 Chicago Ave.
Rotary Club of Naperville Meeting / Thursdays, 12:15PM / The Rotary Club of Naperville meets weekly on at Meson Sabika, 1025 Aurora Ave. For more info, visit www.napervillerotary.com.
Naperville Noon Lions Luncheon / Tuesdays, 12:15PM / The Naperville Noon Lions Club invites you to attend its weekly luncheon meeting. The meeting starts at 12:15PM and is held at Braconi’s Italian Restaurant located at 796 Royal St. George Dr. in Naperville. The Club meets every Tuesday (except the fifth Tuesday of a month). The Club is comprised of local men and women, who want to make a difference in our community. Future members will learn how funds are raised and how essential services are provided in the areas of vision, hearing and support of the community. For more info, visit www.napervillenoonlions.org or call (630) 364-3922.
Tuesdays
Pete Ellman Big Band / 8PM / The Pete Ellman Big Band performs most Tuesdays at the BaseCamp Pub, 5750 Lakeside Dr. in Lisle. Every Tuesday a different local school will perform from 7–7:45PM. This “GIG” experience proves to be invaluable for the students. For more info, visit pebb.net.
Wednesdays
St. John’s Farmers Market / 3-7PM /This market features a wide variety of seasonally fresh vegetables and fruits as well as micro greens, meats, eggs, cheese, breads and baked goods and much more from local vendors. The market runs from 3 to 7PM each Wednesday from June 8 through September 21 in the St. John’s Episcopal Church parking lot, 750 Aurora Ave. For more information, email farmersmarketatstjohns@gmail.com or visit www.stjohns-episcopal.com.
Fridays
Historic Trolley Tour of Naperville / 11AM / Learn about old Naperville, and see the new Naperville! This one-hour Historic Tour of Naperville blends the past with the present, highlight’s Naperville’s growth, and includes some fun stories. Offered every Friday, departing at 11AM during June, July, and August. Meet at the ‘Trolley Stop’ on Jackson Ave. at Eagle Street by 10:50AM. $15 per person, all ages. Trolley is fully enclosed and will run rain or shine, no refunds. DING! DING! www.napervilletrolley.com.
Sat. & Sun.
Casey’s Foods fires up the grill on Saturdays and Sundays / 11AM – 2PM / Casey’s Foods located at Naperville Plaza will be firing up its grill every Saturday and Sunday from 11AM to 2PM through October, weather permitting. Choose from a variety of options, including burgers, brats, tacos or the weekly special. Add a dollar and get chips and a drink. It’s great food, at a good price, in a fun atmosphere! caseysfoods.com.
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Yard Sale and Bake Sale / 7AM / Fundraiser Yard Sale and Bake Sale for Costa Rica Mission Trip at Trinity Church of the Nazarene, 1451 Raymond Dr., 7AM – 2PM Fri., June 3 and Sat., June 4 rain or shine. Household furnishings, home decor, baby equipment, handcrafted jewelry, shoes, sports equipment, baked goods, and much more. All proceeds benefit this summer’s mission trip to Costa Rica. INFO: call (630) 779-9854 or email mmruiz10@msn.com.
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Barn Farewell / 4-9PM / As activities at the Barn Recreation Center wind down for its last season, the Naperville Park District invites the community to celebrate the facility’s unique history at the Barn Farewell Event from 4 to 9PM on Sat., June 4 at 421 W. Martin Ave. Enjoy food, beverages, inflatables for kids, raffles, photographs, memorabilia and more. For more info, visit www.napervilleparks.org.
G.L.O.W. 5K / 8:15PM / The 15th annual Jeanine Nicarico Memorial Fun Run will take place on Saturday, June 4 at 8:15PM This 5K family run/walk, which begins at the 5th Avenue Station, 200 5th Ave., supports enriched literacy opportunities for learners within the Naperville community. For more information, visit www.nicaricoliteracyfund.org/glow/details.cfm.
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Boy Scout Troop 507 Pancake Breakfast / 8:30AM – noon / Bring family and friends to enjoy an authentic Pancake Breakfast, including all-you-can-eat pancakes, sausage, fruit, beverages and more from 8:30AM to noon on Sun., June 5 at St. Margaret Mary Parish, 1450 Green Trails Dr. Tickets are available at the event for $5 per person or $15 for family. For more info, visit www.bsa507.org.
Frontier Kite Fly Festival / 10AM – 4PM / Enjoy gigantic kits, exciting demonstrations, stunts and hands-on activities at this free event for the whole family taking place on Sun., June 5 from 10AM to 4PM at Frontier Park, 3380 Cedar Glade Drive. For more info, visit www.napervilleparks.org.
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KIDSMATTER to Lou Malnati’s Fundraiser / noon-10PM / On Monday, June 6, for the 10th consecutive year, Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria will celebrate the youth of Naperville by donating 20 percent of sales at their 131 W. Jefferson Ave. location (both restaurant and carry out) to support KidsMatter’s goal of reducing at-risk behaviors by building resilient kids. KidsMatter to Lou Malnati’s is being held from noon until 10PM. For more info, visit www.kidsmatter2us.org.
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Day Without Hunger / 11AM / Loaves & Fishes Community Services will host its 9th Annual Day Without Hunger, a community festival offering an outdoor BBQ, restaurant tastings, live entertainment, exhibits, and activities for the entire family all free to the public at 1871 High Grove Lane. With the theme this year being Celebrating Our Community’s Children, there will be even more kid-friendly food and activities, and Loaves & Fishes will highlight its commitment to reducing food insecurity in children.
Senior Picnic / noon-2PM / Join the Naperville and Lisle Townships Triad for a Senior Picnic from noon to 2PM on Fri., June 10 at the Judd Kendall VFW, 908 W. Jackson Ave. For more info, visit www.naperville-lisle-triad.org.
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Classic Car Show / 9AM / Weather permitting, visitors can enjoy a leisurely stroll on Jackson Avenue, along the Riverwalk and enjoy nearly 100 classic cars in all makes and models from 9AM to noon on Sat., June 18. For more info, visit www.downtownnaperville.com.
Family Camp Out at Knoch Knolls / 4PM / Enjoy the outdoors and a fun night of camping at Knoch Knolls Park, 320 Knoch Knolls Rd, from 4PM on Sat., June 18 to 10AM on Sun., June 19. This campout will include nature games, a buffet-style supper, a twilight hike, s’mores around the campfire and a light breakfast. For more info, visit www.napervilleparks.org.
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Father’s Day
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Gardener’s Art Festival / 9AM / The Growing Place, 25 W 471 Plank Rd. , annual celebration of art in the garden features over 30 artists, both new and returning favorites. Tasty food provided by Jo and Doh Donuts and Toasty Cheese Mobile Eatery will be available. Also, enjoy talks and live music throughout the day.
Disclaimer – Many of these events are user generated. Times and locations are subject to change. PN does its best to maintain the accuracy of info.
