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Naperville Woman’s Club News – Sponsors, Artists, Volunteers: It Takes a Village To Support Our Art Fair
By Sarah Dore, NWC VP communications & public relations & Deb Klimek, NWC secretary
For 66 years, the Naperville Woman’s Club Fine Art & Artisan...
Sharing and Caring – Shoe Donations Needed
Shoes are such a basic part of our clothing that we sometimes don’t think about not having them. When we want to go for...
Free Compost Giveaway Is Set for Naperville Residents on May 9, 2026
Look for sign at 2601 Wolf's Crossing, one of two conveniently located sites where residents will have access to free compost on Sat., May...
A cat sculpture, 24 dog sculptures plus 2,026 rubber ducks will create many photo opts on June 5
Above / Back in 2025, jumbo ducks were winging it for Castle Jeep to help spread kindness and camaraderie among spectators at the Riverwalk...
WDSRA: Play Pickleball, Make an Impact
I’ll admit it—I don’t know a dink from a drop shot, and I’ve never picked up a pickleball paddle. But I do know a...
Trivia Night Will Benefit Kenyan Orphan School Scholarships
The Rotary Club of Naperville Sunrise will host Trivia for a Cause, beginning at 6PM Mon., May 18, at Elements Events in Hotel Indigo....
Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride and Motorcycle Show returns May 17
Distinguished Gentleman's Ride Report
The community is welcome to the "Distinguished Gentleman's Ride and Motorcycle Show," a returning event set to run from 10:30AM to...
Photographer’s report features link to picturesque Annual Strength & Honor Luncheon
Jim Hoch Report
"Naperville Responds For Veterans knocked it out of the park yesterday...Over 800 attendees at their annual Strength and Honor luncheon," said Jim...
American Red Cross to Honor Naperville Native as 2026 Global Citizenship Hero
The American Red Cross of Greater Chicago is honoring Rima Ziuraitis of Naperville, as this year’s Global Citizenship Hero at the organization’s 24th Annual...
Poppy Days are soon here again to help commemorate Memorial Day, May 25
Above / Poppy Days provide a meaningful way to help youngsters value the sacrifices that are observed every Memorial Day. (PN File Photo, A...
Naperville Police Investigate Shots Fired in the Downtown Area, Seek Witnesses
Above / The Naperville Police Department seeks information regarding gunshots heard in downtown Naperville Friday evening. Investigators welcome information from witnesses at (630) 548-2955....
WDSRA –Autism Acceptance Month: Recreation as a Pathway To Belonging
April invites us to move beyond awareness and really lean into acceptance—welcoming individuals living with autism into the everyday spaces where community comes to...
Remember! Registration deadline to participate in Memorial Day Parade is May 1
Above / The Naperville Memorial Day Parade provides local youth and community members with a way to pause and reflect on a holiday weekend,...
Nuclear Notes – My Admiral Rickover Interview
The Admiral personally interviewed everyone applying to be a Navy nuclear propulsion officer. His interview was a stress test – looking for our resistance...
Giving DuPage Days Provides Support to Local Charities
DuPage County Report
Giving DuPage, the County’s nonprofit resource on volunteerism and giving, announces the opening of the organization’s seventh annual Giving DuPage Days community...
Loaves & Fishes: Feeding the Earth, Feeding the Community
Just in time for Earth Month, an exciting new addition has arrived at the Loaves & Fishes Food Distribution Hub — our new composting...
Musical Lineup for the 2026 Naperville Last Fling Announced
Above / What are the words to the 1925 hit song? "I scream. You scream. We all scream for ice cream... Rah, Rah, Rah!"...
Updated / Things To Do in Naperville Easter Weekend: April 3-5
Discover an eggstra special Easter weekend in Naperville with a variety of things to do. Enjoy delicious dining options for every taste at one...
Brownies Help Pick up Litter Along Riverwalk
On the first day of spring, March 20, a group of Brownie Scouts dedicated time after school to pick up litter from Baskin Robbins...
Naperville Woman’s Club News – Investing in Imagination: Why Youth Art Matters
As our world changes and technology advances, I’ve been reflecting on something essential but often overlooked: the lasting value of art in our community,...