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Saturday, April 19th, 2025
Good morning, Naperville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local residents sent letters questioning the city council's plan to extend an electricity supply contract with IMEA and urging the District 203 School Board to delay its vote on changing student schedules until May 5—after new members are seated. Another letter backed HB2634 to strengthen state vaping laws to protect students—addressing concerns about illicit marketing and youth exposure. Naperville Sun
- ➤ Naperville was named one of the Top 100 Best Places to Live in America for the second year in a row when Livability.com unveiled its 2025 list, scoring 841 out of 1,000 based on factors such as education, safety, and amenities. The city led the health category with a score of 91 that measured life expectancy and doctor and hospital access — a key factor in its continued recognition. Naperville Sun
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Cheesecake Factory will open on June 17 this summer at Naperville’s Block 59, located at 428 S State Route 59, and will be the chain’s sixth restaurant in Illinois. Its menu will include over 250 items with more than 30 cheesecake flavors available. Naperville News 17
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ An aerial photograph from the early 1920s shows Naperville when it had 3,830 residents and was surrounded by farmland—captured by Kaufmann & Fabry looking northeast—to remind us how much the town has grown over the century. Naperville Sun
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Naperville Unit District 203 school board will vote on Monday on a plan that uses block scheduling at high schools and modified block at middle schools. The plan allows for a review of school start and end times by a committee meeting three times between May 1 and June 12 — officials said the change comes after community debate and teacher union discussions. Daily Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Naperville City Council approved a new three-year contract with the union representing police officers — the contract gives a retroactive 7% raise effective January 1 and plans for 8% and 3% increases in the following years. It also includes an annual $4,250 bonus for officers with at least 25 years of service — education stipends and modest changes to the medical plan are part of the deal at a total cost of about $3.17 million. Daily Herald
- ➤ Naperville Public Library is set to begin nearly $1M in renovations at Nichols Library this fall as part of an ongoing upgrade effort — the work will start in September and finish by mid-December with community and program rooms temporarily closed while bids go out in May and board approval is expected in June — marking the last project until new improvements are planned. Naperville Sun
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Neuqua Valley's soccer team is off to a strong start after its star forward, Yale commit Selma Larbi, returned to varsity and scored four goals and two assists in eight games. Her energy and leadership helped the Wildcats (7-1) secure a key upset win over Naperville Central on April 8 while inspiring a young team with many freshmen and sophomores. Naperville Sun
- ➤ Naperville Central student Casey Cooperkawa led his basketball and baseball teams as his coaches praised his quiet leadership and competitive drive after a key play helped his team win a recent game. His strong grades and work ethic—shown by his on-field success—make him a trusted leader expected to take on more responsibility this season. Naperville Sun
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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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FUJIFILM Birding Photowalk
4-6 p.m. — Whalon Lake — Free entry — Discover the joys of birdwatching while testing FUJIFILM gear and enjoy a free photo print of your best shot.
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Beginner Calligraphy Workshop
6:00 – 7:30 PM — Molly’s Cupcakes Naperville — Ticket required — Unleash your creativity at a fun night of learning modern calligraphy.
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Tonal Transformation (Season Finale)
Chicago Sinfonietta’s "Tonal Transformation" unfolds May 9-10 with two Chicago premieres: Brittany J. Green’s In the Beginning and Adolphus Hailstork’s Concerto for Alto Saxophone—written for and performed by globally acclaimed soloist Timothy McAllister. Tchaikovsky’s Fourth Symphony concludes the evening.
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Tonal Transformation (Season Finale)
Chicago Sinfonietta’s "Tonal Transformation" unfolds May 9-10 with two Chicago premieres: Brittany J. Green’s In the Beginning and Adolphus Hailstork’s Concerto for Alto Saxophone—written for and performed by globally acclaimed soloist Timothy McAllister. Tchaikovsky’s Fourth Symphony concludes the evening.
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Build a Bouquet - Mother's Day Weekend
10 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Downtown Naperville — Ticketed event — Create a beautiful bouquet for mom while exploring local businesses and enjoying surprises at each stop.
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Heinen’s Naperville Open Interview Event
10 a.m.-3 p.m. — Embassy Suites by Hilton Naperville — Free entry — Explore exciting career opportunities at Heinen’s as they prepare to open their new store.
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Masquerade Jubilee: A Decade of Dreams Gala
5:30-8:00 p.m. — Chicago Marriott Naperville — Free entry — Celebrate a decade of community impact with live music, auctions, and a festive masquerade theme.
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Fur-Ever Zen Yoga
11 AM — ADOPT Training for A Sound Beginning — Registration required — Experience a unique yoga session paired with adorable puppies and aerial yoga options.
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La Buena Vida Wine Club Dinner
7-10 p.m. — Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant — $79 per person — Indulge in Latin American flavors paired with exquisite wines at an exclusive evening dining experience.
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