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Naperville
Saturday, May 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Naperville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 2nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Naperville Park District is set for summer fun with aquatic facilities opening Saturday, May 9; summer camps registrations open; youth dance auditions (Tuesday, May 26); student fitness memberships available until June 30; and a free kite event on Sunday, June 7, all leading to a lively Memorial Day weekend. Naperville News 17
- ➤ Local food pantries in DuPage and Will counties are preparing for extra demand as around 13,000 SNAP recipients may lose benefits this weekend; centers like WSCP and Loaves & Fishes have restocked supplies and readied volunteers (WSCP noted a 75% increase in new clients previously). Naperville News 17
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Board member Justin Karubas resigned from District 204 effective May 24 so the board is accepting applications for his replacement; applicants must submit a cover letter and resume by 4 p.m. Wed., May 13 and interviews will be held May 26 — 27 with selection expected May 28. Positively Naperville
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Naperville North won a rain-shortened baseball game by defeating Metea Valley 8-4 in five innings. Sam Steele hit a vital 2-run homer as teammates added runs before rain ended play, giving the Huskies a series win. Naperville News 17
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Holistic Health Fair
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Chicago Marriott Naperville — Early Bird tickets available — Explore natural wellness and holistic practices to enhance your well-being.
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Candlelight Concert: Tribute to Rock Legends
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Wentz Concert Hall & Fine Arts Center — Tickets required — Experience the magic of timeless rock anthems by Queen and more under candlelight.
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Candlelight Concert: A Tribute to Hans Zimmer
8:30-9:30 PM — Wentz Concert Hall & Fine Arts Center — Ticket pricing varies — Experience the magic of live orchestral music in a candlelit atmosphere featuring iconic scores by Hans Zimmer.
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Alive and Well: New Colony Six Live
7:30-11:59 p.m. — Wentz Concert Hall & Fine Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the captivating rock and pop sounds of Chicago's beloved New Colony Six.
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