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Saturday, May 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Naperville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 3rd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Eight local celebrities will compete in Dancing with the Celebrities, hosted by the Career and Networking Center on September 18 at 5:30 p.m. at The Matrix Club — tickets start selling July 1 to support job seekers with coaching and training services. Naperville News 17
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Naperville Alliance is launching its annual sculpture series in June with 18 painted duck sculptures on display from June 2 through August—each crafted by local artists and sponsored by area businesses—and the event will also feature in-store duck hunts plus a Riverwalk rubber duck race on June 6. Naperville Sun
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Thirty seniors from Naperville Central and Naperville North high schools signed their commitment to a career in education during Future Educators Signing Day at the Naperville Municipal Center — a tradition held for four years running — after completing a college and career pathway program. That program included career-specific coursework, early college credit and work-based learning over 60 hours — a notable achievement amid a nationwide teacher shortage — which earned the students a special diploma seal endorsed by the Illinois State Board of Education. Naperville News 17
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. JB Pritzker said on Jimmy Kimmel Live! that he is undecided about seeking a third term and made self-deprecating jokes about his weight during the interview. Close aides expect he will run after the General Assembly’s spring session ends on May 31—though he dismissed questions about a 2028 presidential bid. Naperville Sun
- ➤ A letter from Susan Craighead of the League of Women Voters of Naperville argued that the Public Utilities Advisory Board’s recommendation on April 8 to renew the IMEA contract lacked competitive bids and public discussion because it was based on assumptions rather than facts. The letter urged the Naperville City Council to review long-term energy options—focusing on realistic costs and sustainability—before making any final decisions. Naperville Sun
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Illinois Chapter of Huntington’s Disease will host the 2025 HDSA Team Hope Walk on May 18 at Naperville Riverwalk Grand Pavilion at 912 Honorary Sindt Memorial Court near Jackson Avenue. Registration starts at 9:30 a.m. and the walk begins at 10:30 a.m. as families and supporters raise funds to help those affected by Huntington’s disease — the largest national grassroots fundraising event for the cause. Positively Naperville
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Naperville Central standout Troy Kashul has chosen to play football at reigning Division III national champion North Central College rather than baseball — he said the teamwork on the football field motivated his decision. Naperville Sun
- ➤ Naperville Central senior forward Emma Russell plans to major in psychology at Arkansas and uses her classroom lessons to help her team stay calm during games. She passes the ball to teammates to boost performance and registered six goals with three assists this season. Naperville Sun
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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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Singles Social Mixer at Spartan Ale House
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Spartan Ale House — Check for ticket info — Engage in a fun evening meeting fellow singles aged 30 to 60.
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