Thanks for taking a moment to give hope that Hurricane Dorian with potentially catastrophic winds and waves continues to weaken as it approaches the eastern coastal states. And to use a quote recently received that dates back centuries, “Let us be kind to one another, for most of us are fighting a hard battle.”
Friday
Night to End Hunger – 6:30PM | Sold Out
Elements – 123 Water Street Naperville, IL 60540
Join Loaves & Fishes Community Services in downtown Naperville for a 35th anniversary celebration in support of those who seek hunger and poverty relief in our area. Guests attending Night to End Hunger will enjoy dinner, fine wines, live entertainment and the opportunity to bid on wonderful auction items. Together we can make a difference and help thousands of local families who face hunger and financial insecurity. The fundraiser is sold out, but individuals can donate and participate for the online silent auction at e.givesmart.com.
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
Free Community Health Fair – 10AM | Free
Islamic Center of Naperville – 2488 W. Ogden Ave. Naperville, IL 60540
Free Health Fair offering flu shots, blood sugar screenings, vision tests, oral cancer screenings, blood pressure checks, talks on health issues and brief consultations with optometrists, dentists, physicians and orthopedic specialists. All services offered free as a way of introducing the community to a free health clinic for anyone without health insurance offered twice a month at the Islamic Center of Naperville. Come learn more about the clinic, meet some of the doctors and get a free health assessment. Sponsored by ICN and Community United Methodist Church of Naperville, joining hands for a healthier community.
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.
Bulbs & Their BFFs – 1PM | Free
The Growing Place Garden Center – 2000 Montgomery Rd. Aurora, IL 60504
Learn about bulbs and plants that pair well with them as well as some tips to deter the critters that love them. More info at www.thegrowingplace.com.
Sunday
Kreger’s Block Party and Brat Fundraiser – noon–6PM | Donations
Kreger’s Brat and Sausage Haus – 605 N Ellsworth St. Naperville, Illinois 60563
Visit Kreger’s as they honor the memories of Steph and Kevin with a block party. Enjoy Brats and Live music among friends. OMT is set to perform at 4PM.
Grandparents Day – 1PM | Included in museum admission
Naper Settlement – 523 S Webster Street Naperville, IL 60540
In honor of National Grandparents Day, enjoy fun agriculture-themed activities, make a card for your grandparents, and learn how to preserve your family’s’ artifacts and traditions.
‘Sacred’ India Dance – 2:30PM | $15 to $100
Pfeiffer Hall – 310 E. Benton Street Naperville, IL 60540
In collaboration with Edward Foundation, Dr. Sangita Rangala will host an Indian dance event, “Sacred,” as fundraiser for Care Center. The Care Center was established in 1990. It serves a nine-county area, the FBI, military bases and Department of Homeland Security. Dr. Rangala has been Medical Director of the Care Center since 2001 and has been on 24-hour call for most of the past 18 years. For more information about the Edward Hospital Care Center, visit www.eehealth.org.
Year-round entertainment, shopping & dining…
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, 175 W. Jackson; or Trails & Tides, 120 Water Street; or Vom Fass, 121 S. Washington (recently added location). 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.
Find more things to do under ‘Upcoming Events’ in the column to the right…
Take a break! Dine Around Naperville!
From Catch 35* to Meson Sabika* and many destinations N.E.W. and S, discover more than 260 delicious places to dine in or take out, and find many with a patio* at www.dinenaperville.com.
Note that 40-plus 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). No cover.
In addition to lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch, Meson Sabika provides a lovely setting for outdoor weddings and other special occasions inside the historic mansion, outside on the patio or in the spacious Pavilion.
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 or sporting 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.
Support OSOT-America via Over the Edge Fundraiser / Sept. 14 at Hotel Arista
Also at CityGate Centre in September…
From 11AM to 5PM Sat., Sept. 21, Tap In Pub presents PAWpalooza, an end-of-summer, pet-friendly event to benefit the Naperville Area Humane Society. Details at www.TapInPub.com/pawlooza. Tap In Pub is at 2155 CityGate Ln., Naperville on the east-facing side of the building.
From 6PM to 8PM Friday, Sept. 27, Che Figata’s Table Italiano explores Umbria. Details & ticket link at www.chefigatakitchen.com/specials-events. Che Figata is at 2155 CityGate Lane along side Hotel Arista.
For CITYGATE’s up-to-date events calendar visit www.citygatecentre.com/events.
CityGate Centre Discount: Teachers and other school employees will receive 20 percent savings at CityGate Grille, Che Figata, Tap In Pub and Lavazza when they show their employee ID.
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.
PN’s Event Calendar features Things to Do, too!
Plus… Event planners can post events.
