Daily
Naperville
Wednesday, January 21st, 2026
Good morning, Naperville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of January.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ 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. Positively Naperville
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ 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. Positively Naperville
- ➤ 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. Positively Naperville
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ 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 News 17
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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