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Thursday, March 28, 2024

Riverwalk Reflection during the 35th Anniversary Year

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By John Joseph
Riverwalk Commissioner

As I sit outside City Hall and watch the river flow by

My gaze turns to the left where the river comes from…

And I think about the visionaries from days gone by

And admire the courage of conviction of Rybicki, Moser and others.

The river sweeps gently in front of me now…

I notice the smiles, the hand-holding and the laughter of all those that enjoy the Riverwalk today.

It’s Naperville’s pride and joy. Our hallmark. Our crown jewel.

But that’s today. For we have the responsibility for tomorrow.

The river flows gently by and I follow it as it turns south under the bridge.

And with it goes my thoughts to the Riverwalk we don’t see yet.

Its peals of laughter and music! Soaring high from Harmony Park,

Just across the river from North Central’s Athletic Complex.

And I love the Hillside Ave. Riverwalk Preserve with its natural herb gardens,

Wild grasses and seasonal fragrances.

And, look, there goes a young family floating by in their Riverwalk tubes,

Most likely off to the Edward Boat House and their heart-healthy ice cream.

Yes. This may be the Riverwalk of tomorrow. Do you see it?

Members of the community are welcome to submit Riverwalk Reflections and their favorite memories of Naperville’s crown jewel in 35 words or less. Click here to read memories from 2016.

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