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Saturday, March 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Naperville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 22nd of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Naperville Sunrise Rotary will host Trivia for a Cause on Monday, April 28 at Elements Events at Hotel Indigo in downtown Naperville to raise funds for high school scholarships for students at Cherish Watoto in Nairobi — attendees can compete in three rounds of trivia in teams of six to eight while enjoying bar bites, beer, wine and a cash bar along with a silent auction and 50/50 raffles. Positively Naperville
- ➤ St. Baldrick’s returned to Naperville North High School on March 21, where volunteers and students raised over $24,000 — beating the $20,000 goal to support childhood cancer research. Paul Felstrup marked his 24th shave as he joined community members in the annual event. Positively Naperville
- ➤ A Des Plaines man with terminal cancer brought his two bonded pitbull mixes, Gucci and Mimi, to Naperville Area Humane Society on Feb. 16th so they could remain together. The shelter now seeks a family for the dogs—Gucci has a waived adoption fee while Mimi requires a $350 fee—and says the dogs are good with children and other pets. Naperville Sun
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Naperville Planning and Zoning Commission approved a proposal to require banks and financial companies to get a zoning variance for first-floor spaces downtown—this rule aims to keep the ground level for retail. City Council will review the changes next, and existing banks may have to follow the new rules if the proposal is adopted. Naperville Sun
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Naperville resident Rugang Jiang, age 79, began rollerblading five years ago with a $6 pair of skates—he now rides an hour daily to build strength and balance while planning to learn a new skating move as he rolls into his 80s. Naperville News 17
- ➤ The Naperville Public Library offers a collection of handpicked audiobooks to help families stay entertained on road trips—titles range from classics to adventurous tales—and encourages listeners to choose books that fit every age. This selection gives families an easy way to enjoy their time together during the drive. Naperville Sun
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Naperville Central High School basketball star Trinity Jones partnered with Half Baked Goodness to launch the Trinfetti Cookie—a sugar cookie with white chocolate and green and white sprinkles topped with a chocolate basketball that debuted Friday. The treat is available through April 7 and part of the event raised 20% of sales to support her youth club team Mac Irvin Fire. Naperville News 17
- ➤ Truman State commit Blake Fagbemi and three other players from state champion Benet were named to the Naperville Sun Boys Basketball All-Area Team for the 2024 to 2025 season—joining top performers from Waubonsie Valley, Neuqua Valley, and Metea Valley. Naperville Sun
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The Matinee Concert Brunch Featuring Live Performances
Derrick Sr. presents a concert brunch featuring live performances by renowned artists including Keith Washington and Tony Terry at the Embassy Suites in Naperville.
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Round Table Leader To Leader
5-7 p.m. — The Matrix Club — Free entry — Gather with leaders to share insights and elevate your leadership skills.
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Easter Egg Hunt & Brunch
10 AM – 4 PM — Cantigny — Parking $16 — Celebrate Easter with egg hunts, crafts, and a delicious brunch buffet.
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Easter Brunch Celebration
11 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. — DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel & Conference Center Chicago-Downers Grove — $67-$77 Adults, $37-$47 Kids — Celebrate Easter with a festive brunch, bottomless mimosas, and fun activities for the whole family.
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