ICYMI / Saturday
Orientation to the Community Career Center – 9AM | Free
Community Career Center – 1815 W. Diehl Rd., Suite 900 Naperville, IL 60563
Are you a job seeker? Learn about the services and resources available at the Community Career Center. Prioritize the steps of your search after learning about each type of the one-on-one sessions, workshops, and networking/accountability groups offered with membership. Membership is nominal for a one-year period. No need to RSVP.
Casey’s Fires Up the Grill – 11AM | Price varies with purchase.
Casey’s Foods – 124 W. Gartner Rd. Naperville, IL 60540
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. It’s great food, at a good price, in a fun atmosphere. Casey’s Saturday Special, 8AM-7PM, while supplies last! Ribeye steaks, boneless, ready for the grill are $12.98 per lb. (Savings of $3 per lb!)
Growing Rewards Member Celebration – A Basil Bonanza – noon | Free
The Growing Place – 2000 Montgomery Rd Aurora, IL 60504
Join the party to say thank you for shopping at The Growing Place. Everyone’s invited with lots of basil themed activities. For more info, visit www.thegrowingplace.com.
The Return of the Party That Shall Not Be Named – 3PM | Free
Downtown Naperville
Visit Downtown Naperville to celebrate all things Harry Potter on Saturday, July 29. Downtown Naperville is known for many things including their great Harry Potter celebrations – with or without a new book release. There will be many fun and exciting offerings (costume contests, wand making, Quidditch games, Butterbeer, sorting hats), FREE Trolley Rides around downtown and more activities going on some by day, but the majority of events will occur between 3-7PM. In celebration of events around downtown, Jackson Avenue will be closed from Eagle to Webster Streets from 3-7PM. Following the merriment, we will be showing the original Harry Potter & the Sorcerer’s Stone movie in Central Park starting at 8PM.
Y Outdoor Summer Movie in Central Park – 8PM at Dusk | FREE
Central Park – Off Benton Avenue behind the Y Naperville, IL 60540
Families are welcome to the original Harry Potter & the Sorcerer’s Stone movie in Central Park starting at 8PM. Sit on park benches or bring blankets! Enjoy!
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Thanks for supporting the arts and your local independent business community whenever possible.
Waldo returns just for the fun of it all during July. Try to find Waldo N.E.W.S. at locations throughout Naperville!
Note to drivers and pedestrians! Be cautious at intersections. Watch out for the other guy. Help keep Naperville pedestrian friendly.
It’s summertime! Watch out for children, too. The speed limit in Naperville is 25 mph unless otherwise posted.
Sunday
Dupage County Fair – 8AM | $4-$10. Free for kids under 3 and seniors after 3 p.m.Wednesday through Friday.
DuPage County Fairgrounds – 2015 Manchester Rd. Wheaton, IL 60189
8AM to 11PM Wednesday through Sunday, July 26-30. Animal and 4-H exhibits, student art contest, demolition derby and rodeo. New this year, more musical venues and home brew contest. www.dupagecountyfair.org.
Go Fish! – Anytime, weather permitting
Riverwalk Fishing Pier at Eagle Street – Also in local ponds.
Naperville residents who enjoy recreational fishing can find a spot right here in Naperville with 19 parks that offer fishing in stocked ponds, streams or rivers. Anyone looking for bait will find a selection at Dog Patch Pet & Feed located at 1108 E. Ogden Avenue.
Casey’s Fires Up the Grill – 11AM | Price varies with purchase.
Casey’s Foods – 124 W. Gartner Rd. Naperville, IL 60540
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. It’s great food, at a good price, in a fun atmosphere.
Moser Tower / Carillon Tour – Noon | $3
Rotary Hill along the Riverwalk – 443 Aurora Ave. across from NCHS Naperville, IL 60540
Higher than most kites… Tours include stops to see the 72-bell instrument with a peek at the largest bell, Big Joe; and an opportunity to experience the beautiful vista from the observation deck near top of the 160-ft. Moser Tower. The Moser Tower with the Millennium Carillon and the Visitor Center hours are from 10AM to 4PM on Saturdays and from 12-noon-6PM on Sundays through October 29. Find one of the world’s largest musical instruments at the base of Rotary Hill. And, of course, the spectacular view from the observation deck of this Tree City USA changes every season. Enjoy the view, highly recommended on a clear day.
Summer Music Theatre – 2PM | $12-$18
North Central College- Pfeiffer Hall – 310 East Benton Ave Naperville, IL 60540
North Central College Summer Music Theatre presents ‘Once Upon a Mattress,’ a musical comedy version of ‘The Princess and the Pea,’ at 7:30PM Friday and Saturday, Aug. 4-5, and at 2PM Sunday, July 30 and Aug. 6. (630) 637-7469 or northcentralcollege.edu/
Summer Place Theatre presents ‘Anything Goes’ – 3PM | $10-$20. Tickets are $10 for children, $15 for seniors and students, and $20 for adults.
Naperville Central High School – 440 West Aurora Ave. Naperville, IL 60540
A Cole Porter classic, “Anything Goes” is a love story, a crime drama, and a wild comedy all in one. The story is one you’ve undoubtedly heard before: Billy loves Hope, Hope is engaged to Evelyn, Evelyn is enraptured by Reno, and all of them are somehow mixed up with crime duo Moonface Martin and Erma. This all unfolds in the confines of a ship in the middle of the Atlantic. This uproarious comedy of errors features big dance numbers, flashy costumes, a colorful set, and toe-tapping musical favorites like You’re the Top, I Get a Kick Out of You, and of course, “Anything Goes.” Experience the fun at Naperville Central High School at 7:30PM Aug. 4, Aug. 5. Matinees are at 3PM July 30 and Aug. 6. Summer Place Theatre has been Napervilles community theatre since 1966. Visit http://www.summerplacetheatre.
Classic Rock Concert in Naperville – 4:30PM | $22-$24. Teens $5 and children free.
Wentz Concert Hall – 171 E. Chicago Ave. Naperville, IL 60563
The Hinsdale-based West Suburban Symphony under the baton of internationally acclaimed conductor Peter Lipari, will perform classic rock music at 4:30PM Sunday, July 30, at Wentz Concert Hall, 171 E. Chicago Avenue, Naperville. The concert features epic classics from the Beatles, Beach Boys, Eagles, Doors, Who, and artists including Jim Croce, Michael Jackson, Billy Joel, Whitney Houston, and Gloria Estefan. Tickets can be purchased by calling (630) 887-7464 or www.westsubsymphony.org. General admission seating, $24 ($22 seniors, $5 teenagers).
Consider ‘save the dates’ today for future events
Local businesses sponsor weekly raffles at the NMB concerts, 7:30PM Thursdays, in Central Park.
Come hear the music! The Naperville Municipal Band plays on from the stage of the Community Concert Center during its summer concert series at 7:30PM every Thursday until Aug. 17. Enjoy the bake sale in the gazebo and be sure to pick up a numbered program to play a part in the weekly raffle. The free concerts welcome everybody to Central Park!
Singles with a Cause Luau at Harbor Chase to Benefit Alzheimer’s Association is set for 5:30 to 7:30PM Thurs., Aug. 3. HarborChase is located at 1619 N. Mill Street. Public welcome. $10 at the door. Enjoy buffet, DJ, dancing, prizes. Kindly RSVP at (630) 778-3475.
Keep Moving to help keep local charities running! Register now for upcoming Runs, Walks and Bike Rides that will keep you outdoors for more than a good cause until Nov. 23. The 21st annual Rotary Bike Ride is Sun., Aug. 13.
On the navigation bar atop this page, “Events” offers a pull down option where you’ll find calendars specific to Charity Golf (This page has been updated for 2017 with the “Change in Course” for the Mayor’s Charity Outing on Aug. 25, 2017.), 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.
Witches Night Out Naperville is a new “women helping women” event hosted by the Naperville Woman’s Club, also at Naper Settlement. Enjoy dressing up for the bewitching occasion from 5PM to 9:30PM on Thurs., Oct. 15, to benefit Families Helping Families. For details or to purchase tickets online ($45 each), click here.
2nd Annual Pumpkin Race, hosted by Turning Pointe Autism Foundation. A flyer available at the 2017 graduation ceremony provided info about the Pumpkin Race slated for Oct. 28 at Rotary Hill. Save the date! For details and a look at last year’s “fun” raiser, click here.
Year-round Gift Ideas
Find fine clothing for men and women at Dean’s. Summer sale days are now in progress.
Think dinner and the show and combine a gift certificate/card to a restaurant and theater tickets to performances on stage at North Central College. Perhaps give memberships to places such as Naper Settlement, DuPage Children’s Museum or Naperville Art League. Or provide a gift of music lessons with one of the teachers available at Ellman’s Music Center.
‘Tis the season to give DNA gift cards or to create an experience in 2017. Downtown Naperville Gift Cards make great gifts for teachers, coaches, graduates and any special occasion. With a Downtown Naperville gift card, the recipient can find a new outfit, indulge in a relaxing spa treatment, take a fitness class, pick up a pair of new running shoes, discover a great new book or enjoy a wonderful meal. There are so many choices.
Downtown Naperville gift cards may be purchased in person at the Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce (ask for a gift box and bow) or Pinot’s Palette. You may also order via phone by calling (630) 355-4141 or ordering online. Call the 1-800 balance number on the back of your gift card or visit the Check My Balance web page to check a gift card balance. Lastly, remember to use your card at least once a year to avoid fees.
Or give special certificates for a pair of tickets or an entire table to some other charity gala this year.
Shop locally, too!
Dine Around Naperville!
From Catch 35 to Meson Sabika, discover more than 260 delicious places to dine in or out at www.dinenaperville.com.
And 40 of the eateries are located throughout downtown Naperville where there are plenty of shopping opportunities in between meals. Cheers!
Thanks for supporting live music such as the sounds of bands at Quigley’s Irish Pub (Thursday, Fridays & Saturdays) or local bands at Club Mamalu’s on the first Friday of the month with OMT lite and friends. No cover. Or enjoy the keyboard played during Sunday brunch, 10AM to 3PM, at Heaven on Seven, 224 S. Main St. in downtown Naperville. Brunch is served New Orleans-style Saturday, too.
And there’s more latest news…
Look forward with photo-enhanced stories every day on PN’s Latest News. 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.
PN’s Event Calendar features Things to Do, too! Plus… Event planners can post events.
