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Thursday, May 8th, 2025
Good morning, Naperville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 8th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Ric Gruber, owner of Billy Bricks wood-fired pizza in Naperville, explained his family-run restaurant uses a high-temperature brick oven to create pizzas with a crispy crust and soft interior while serving customers quickly from counter to table. The restaurant offers delivery within a four-mile radius plus plans for future expansion with quality ingredients and careful craftsmanship. Naperville Sun
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Citizens Utility Board vowed to fight Nicor’s $309 million rate hike request that would add $7.50 to average residential gas bills—funding upgrades to aging infrastructure. Nicor serves more than two million customers in the northern suburbs and has raised rates five times since 2017. FOX 32
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The inaugural class of the KidsMatter Teen Philanthropy Initiative graduated on April 23 at the Naperville Municipal Center—high school juniors in the two-year program learned nonprofit work, fundraising, and college credit opportunities while raising money for local youth nonprofits. Graduates have reflected on gaining real-world skills that will let them continue making a positive impact in the community. Naperville News 17
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Urban Land Institute representatives will hold panel discussions on June 10+11 in Naperville to gather input from residents, business owners, and community groups on redeveloping a 13-acre city-owned parcel near the 5th Avenue train station; the process, supported by the city council, will continue into the fall with a full report expected by then. Naperville News 17
- ➤ More than 60 government and business leaders visited Naperville last week as part of the Americas Competitiveness Exchange to explore global economic partnerships and new opportunities in sectors like life science, quantum computing and AI. The visit included site tours at Ecolab and Naper Settlement plus remarks from city officials about the community’s growth and innovation. Naperville News 17
- ➤ Naperville Fire Department will host a free fire prevention presentation at 7 p.m. on May 22 at the Council Chambers—400 S. Eagle St.—to educate residents on the causes of recent structure fires and to offer tips for smoke detector upkeep and home escape planning. Positively Naperville
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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)
Treat yourself and your Mom to “Tonal Transformation,” Chicago Sinfonietta’s season finale concert featuring world-renowned saxophonist Timothy McAllister in the second ever performance of a new work for Sax and Orchestra by Adolphus Hailstork. A sonic universe unfolds with Tchaikovsky’s powerful Symphony No. 4 (“Fate”) and the Chicagoland premiere of Brittany J. Green’s atmospheric “In the Beginning.” Tickets $25-$65 or Pay-What-You-Can $10 tix with PROPEL10 at checkout!
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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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