Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of January.
Good morning, Naperville.
💼 Business
Certified Sales Coach Mike Cooper from Sales Kitchen offers 20 actionable tips to help local business owners boost sales in 2026 & improve time management.
His advice emphasizes reviewing 2025 results, planning monthly strategies, and following up to turn prospects into sales.
🎭 Culture
Naperville Restaurant Week begins Jan.
23 and runs through Feb. 8 with over 40 restaurants, including seven new ones, offering meals for breakfast, lunch, or dinner with free parking and easy transit access.
DuPage Foundation granted nearly $750,000 to 57 nonprofits to enhance local arts and community programs after hosting its Community Impact Grant Open House in December.
Arts DuPage allocated $201,000 to 22 organizations (including BrightSide Theatre and DuPage Symphony) to boost cultural initiatives.
📰 Lifestyle
Naperville is named one of the best cities to retire in Illinois by World Atlas and U.S. News & World Report, which highlighted its walkable community spaces, quality health care, and cultural spots like the Naperville Riverwalk.
Retirees will enjoy an inviting mix of routine comforts and local attractions.
🎉 Naperville Events
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Candlelight: Tribute to Coldplay
8:30-9:30 p.m. — Wentz Concert Hall & Fine Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience Coldplay's music reimagined by a string quartet under candlelight.
Candlelight: Vivaldi's Four Seasons
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Wentz Concert Hall & Fine Arts Center — Tickets required — Experience Vivaldi's masterpieces illuminated by candlelight in a stunning venue.
Chicago: Workshop Series for Leaders
8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. — NIU Naperville Meeting and Conference Center — $395 per workshop or $1,185 for all three — Develop essential leadership skills through engaging and practical workshops.
2026 IASN Annual Conference
8 AM – 3 PM — NIU Naperville Meeting and Conference Center — Registration details to come — A must-attend event for school nurses looking to elevate their knowledge and advocacy.
🏠 Naperville Real Estate
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