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Thursday, April 24th, 2025
Good morning, Naperville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Naperville’s annual Memorial Day Parade will honor veterans with a march featuring the Navy Band Great Lakes and community groups, set to begin at 10:30 a.m. on May 26. The parade committee accepts registrations from veterans, scouts, and marching bands until May 1. Positively Naperville
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Barnes & Noble reopened its downtown store on Wednesday with over 70 people lining up to be among the first customers. Bestselling author Mary Kubica cut the ribbon at 9 Jackson Ave and signed copies of 'She's Not Sorry' while store manager John Crum announced local author signings planned for this week—reviving community events that paused during the pandemic. Naperville News 17
- ➤ Naperville’s Lover’s Lane store has served the community for 30 years as a boutique for lingerie and adult wellness products. Store manager Jaimie Finlayson, a Naperville native with nearly 10 years at the shop, said the family-owned business guides customers to find products that enhance intimacy. Naperville Sun
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Naperville police arrested 41-year-old Kent Rogers in the Topgolf parking lot Friday night on a felony charge of aggravated unlawful use of a weapon and a misdemeanor charge of unlawful possession of cannabis after officers observed a handgun in plain view and later found a second gun + his arrest marks the ninth gun-related offense this year with a court date set for May 12. Naperville Sun
- ➤ An Aurora woman pleaded guilty to aggravated battery for a fatal shooting during a disputed gun sale in Naperville and was sentenced to 12 years in prison Wednesday—charges of first-degree murder and robbery were dropped. Daily Herald
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Naperville Central High School Principal Jackie Thornton introduced parenting expert Meghan Leahy at a free GPS Parent Series talk where she explained that building a strong connection with children is the root of improving behavior and trust. Leahy advised parents to focus on simple actions such as making eye contact — which she described as one of the six roots of connection—to help strengthen family bonds. Naperville News 17
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ St. Joseph Medical Center in Joliet ended inpatient pediatric care and now offers only emergency services for children. Edward Hospital in Naperville will take on additional pediatric cases — a change made after fewer patients needed inpatient care — as the system shifts its focus to other critical treatments. ABC7 Chicago
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Neuqua Valley senior Kiet Truong rebuilt his skills last season when he asked for a demotion to get more playing time, and he now starts as quarterback while playing top second baseman for his teams. He hit .333 with a team-high 14 RBIs in baseball games and has grown more confident on the field—helping drive early conference wins. Naperville Sun
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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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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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Singles Social Mixer
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Draft Picks — Fun night for singles 30-60 — Connect with new people in a relaxed setting.
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Riverwalk Adult Day Services Outing
1-2 p.m. — Riverwalk Adult Day Services — Free entry — Enjoy an engaging outing that fosters community interaction and well-being.
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I'll Be There For You: Paint and Sip Night
4-6 p.m. — Pinot's Palette — Cost varies — Unleash your creativity and enjoy a fun-filled paint-and-sip experience in Naperville.
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