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Water Street Fine Art & Fine Crafts Show Is Set for July 12
Water Street Downtown Naperville will host its 3rd Annual Water Street Fine Art & Fine Craft Fair, a juried art exhibition and sale, from...
Independence Day Freedom Ruck celebrates America 250
Above / Favorable waves, appreciative thumbs up and friendly honks from folks in vehicles greeted approximately 175 folks, all ages, who participated in the...
Glory, Glory Hallelujah! Happy Independence Day 250!
Above / Kevin Kelly, Music Director of the Naperville Chorus, led the choral group and the Naperville Municipal Band during a performance of "The...
Celebrate One in a Million at Fredenhagen Park
Fredenhagen Park, the gateway park at the entrance to North Central College and downtown Naperville, opened on November 27, 2003. Its official dedication was...
Naperville Gardener – Celebrate 250-Plus Years of Gardeners
As we celebrate our nation’s 250th birthday, let’s take a minute to reflect on how our forefathers were gardeners, environmentalists and conservationists.
George Washington hired...
Things To Do in Naperville Independence Day Weekend: July 2-5
Celebrate Independence Day weekend in Naperville with our ultimate local guide to festive things to do, see and experience. As the nation looks ahead...
Three fond memories for the Fourth of July
Above / July 4, 1994, was a fun time to "See no evil, hear no evil and speak no evil" while celebrating Independence Day...
July Events at Naper Settlement
Naper Settlement presents the following events and programs during July 2026. The museum is open Tuesday-Saturday from 10AM-4PM and Sunday from 1-4PM with general...
Things To Do in Naperville This Weekend: June 26-28
Discover the best things to do in Naperville this weekend with our ultimate local guide. Whether you’re searching for top brunch and dinner spots,...
Applications Are Open for the 2026 Labor Day Parade
Once again, the Naperville Jaycees will host the Annual Labor Day Parade, a fun way to top the final day of a four-day family...
Naper Settlement Farmers Market experience is all set to grow for 2026
Naper Settlement Partnership with Bensidoun USA will expand the seasonal market by bringing 40+ vendors, live music, agricultural classes, and new children’s programming to...
Celebrate Father’s Day With a Classic Car Show in Downtown Naperville
Update, June 20, 2026 / Hurray for a sunny day! Downtown Naperville’s Classic Car Show on Jackson Avenue between Eagle & Main Streets (Webster,...
FRY FAMILY YMCA EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT AFTER 43 YEARS OF SERVICE
Above / Adam Alonso, President and CEO of the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago, and Erika Wood, Executive Director of Fry Family YMCA, are pictured...
Community Fireworks Show set to return to Frontier Sports Complex on July 4, 2026
The Independence Day Fireworks display again will be co-hosted by Naperville Park District and City of Naperville.
The annual Naperville Community Fireworks Show to commemorate...
Movies With Tarek – ‘Toy Story 5’
When it comes to Disney and Pixar Animation, The Toy Story franchise has always held a special place in my movie history. Being born...
Naper Nights Returns to Naper Settlement This Weekend: June 19-20
Naper Nights returns to Naper Settlement in Naperville this weekend, bringing tribute performances celebrating Aretha Franklin, Sly and the Family Stone, AC/DC and Ozzy...
Things To Do in Naperville Father’s Day Weekend: June 19-21
Planning Father’s Day weekend in Naperville? Whether you’re celebrating with brunch, dinner, live music, shopping or family-friendly fun, this vibrant city offers plenty of...
Nutrition Knowledge – Sugar and Type 2 Diabetes
Sugar is often blamed for causing diabetes, but the relationship between sugar, insulin resistance and overall health is more complex than this. Understanding the...
Construction Commences on North Central College Riverwalk Park
Above / Folks can observe evidence of construction progress every day from across the DuPage River in Fredenhagen Park. (PN Photo, June 4, 2026)
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June 2026 – Behind the Horn With the Naperville Municipal Band
Throughout the year, "Behind the Horn" is an opportunity to feature the talented and dedicated members of the City's band, always providing a behind-the-scenes...