Above / Welcome and observe the pretty dragonflies flitting here and there, helping to keep the local mosquito population under control. Dragonflies are attracted to fresh water. This weekend humans need lots of fresh water, too. Stay hydrated. Encourage everyone you know to drink plenty of water.
Friday
Public Naperville Trolley Tours every Friday!
One-Hour Historic Trolley Tour of Naperville! Every Friday at 11AM during June, July, and August. (no tour on 8/16). $18 per person. Children’s 30 minute Trolley ride! Every Friday at 10:15AM during June, July, and August (not available on 8/16). $8 per person. Trolley Tours meet at the “Trolley Stop” on Jackson Avenue at Eagle Street (Kiddie corner from address of 305 Jackson Ave., Naperville). Online tickets at napervilletrolley.com.
Hydrate. Hydrate. Hydrate. Keep cool during summer dog days.
Catch 35 Walleye Fish Fry Fridays in July – Lunch & Dinner
Catch 35 – 35 S. Washington St. Naperville, IL 60540
$19 ALL YOU CARE TO ENJOY-All Day-Every Friday at Catch 35 Naperville. Consider dinner and the show!
Naper Nights – 5-10PM | $10-15
Naper Settlement – 523 S. Webster St. Naperville, IL 60540
In conjunction with the Naperville Heritage Society’s 50th Anniversary, Naper Nights sets the stage for three summer weekends in June, July, and August of nonstop music and celebration. Visitors are invited to experience six nights of rock while enjoying cold craft brews and wine, delicious food, and music for the generations. July 19’s list of rockers includes Simply Billy, a Billy Joel tribute, opening for The Belfast Cowboys, a Van Morrison tribute. July 20 pays tribute to a major milestone in American history, the 50th anniversary of the moon landing. Featuring Space Face, a David Bowie tribute, opening for Think Floyd, a Pink Floyd tribute, this galactic line-up will include Think Floyd playing the chart-topping album “Dark Side of the Moon” in its entirety. No outside food or beverages are allowed. Gates are open 5-10PM, continues Saturday. Visit www.napernights.org for details.
Artist Reception at Schoenherr Gallery – 6-8PM | No charge
North Central College Fine Arts Center – 171 E. Chicago Ave. Naperville, IL 60540
Small Waters: Paintings by Illinois Watercolor Society* Join us tonight for refreshments and a discussion with the artists. Exhibit continues through Sept. 14. Hours: 10AM-6PM, Mon. & Sat.; 10AM-9PM, Tues. thru Fri.; Noon-5PM Sun. More about the Illinois Watercolor Society (click)
‘The Little Mermaid’ 7:30PM on stage in Pfeiffer Hall Friday & Saturday
Live Music at Quigley’s – 8:30PM | Cost varies with food or beverage purchase
Quigley’s Irish Pub – 43 E. Jefferson Naperville, IL 60540
Visit Quigley’s for live music most Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights… Note: Breakfast is served beginning at 10AM Saturdays and Sundays. The patio with a special section for well-behaved dogs is open, too.
Saturday
Centennial Beach is Open – 11AM | Membership cost varies with age
Centennial Beach – 500 W. Jackson Ave. Naperville, IL 60540
Weather permitting, Centennial Beach is now open daily for the season. Alert! Adult float is every Saturday and Sunday, 9AM to 10:55AM.
Casey’s Foods fires up the grill on Saturdays and Sundays – 11AM–2PM | Cost 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. Add a dollar and get chips and a drink. It’s great food, at a good price, in a fun atmosphere.
Hydrate. Hydrate. Hydrate. Keep cool during summer dog days.
Sunday
Sweet Treat Sunday – 1PM | Free with paid admission
Naper Settlement – 523 S Webster Street Naperville, IL 60540
Visit historic buildings, then treat your family to some ice cream from Colonial Cafe from 2-3:30PM.
‘The Little Mermaid’ 2PM on stage in Pfeiffer Hall Sunday / TKTS: 630-637-SHOW
Year-round shopping & dining ideas…
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.
‘Tis the season to give DNA gift cards or to create an experience in 2019. Downtown Naperville Gift Cards make great gifts for teachers, coaches, graduates and anyone. 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 among 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.
Or give special certificates for a pair of tickets or an entire table to some other charity gala or golf outing this year.
Take a break! Dine Around Naperville!
From Catch 35* to Meson Sabika*, discover more than 260 delicious places to dine in or take out, and find many with a patio* at www.dinenaperville.com.
Note “Wild about Salmon” week runs July 19-28 at Catch 35, featuring specially-priced wild & farmed salmon dishes available for lunch or dinner. www.catch35.com.
And 40-plus 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.
Hospitality shows and matters in Naperville
For a listing of all 19 lodging choices in Naperville, offering more than 2,500 rooms, visit visitnaperville.com. Whether planning a wedding, corporate event, special meeting, family reunion or an extended stay while home construction is temporarily in progress, Naperville can put guests up for a night or a month or more.
Economic development and tourism go hand in hand. Thanks for supporting the local economy by planning a “staycation” itinerary here and inviting friends and family to come discover Naperville this summer.
From art exhibits at North Central College to outdoor art in public places called Century Walk, from the DuPage Children’s Museum to Naper Settlement, from the Riverwalk and Central Park in downtown Naperville to more than 100 neighborhood parks throughout the city, and from Naperville Crossings at 95th Street to shopping destinations dotting the landscape here and there, check out everything this community has to offer north, east, west and south.
Everybody is welcome to enjoy the charm, culture, rich history and sporting events that are homegrown and treasured in this vibrant community every day.
Save the date for the Over the Edge Fundraiser on Sept. 14 at Hotel Arista
Naperville Municipal Band Concerts & Y Family Movies Nights in Central Park
Naperville Municipal Band celebrates its 160th year during its annual summer concert series at 7:30PM Thursday evenings through Aug. 15, 2019. Admission is free of charge. Strike up the band that’s been here quite some time!
YMCA presents its outdoor family summer movie series in Central Park. Admission is free of charge. Next up enjoy “Sweet Life of Pete” on Sat., July 27, “Incredibles 2” on Fri., Aug. 9, and “Aquaman” on Fri., Aug. 23.
Guitarist Steve Vai performs at Wentz Concert Hall for Little Friends Aug. 4
Think Dinner & the Show at North Central College
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.
On the navigation bar atop the Events Calendar, find calendars specific to Runs & Walks, Charity Golf, 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.
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