Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 14th of May.
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🏘️ Community
Naperville will host its annual Memorial Day Parade on May 25, starting at 10:30 a.m. along Jackson Avenue.
Veterans may walk or ride vintage vehicles, with reservations for classic car rides accepted until today (contact Paul Hinterlong).
Loaves & Fishes announced a $15 million Nourish Together campaign to expand food distribution, including a 32,000 sqft expansion of its Aurora hub and growth of its network to serve rising local needs.
The campaign will soon help more families access healthy food and support services.
Naperville Park District announced Memorial Day Weekend hours for several facilities, including Fort Hill Activity Center, the golf courses, and Centennial Beach from Sat., May 23 to Mon., May 25.
Residents are urged to check each location’s schedule before planning their visit.
🎓 Education
IPSD introduced an AI Playbook to guide the use of generative AI in classrooms and stress that AI must enhance human connection.
The guidelines use Google Gemini for school work, with teacher training and parent university sessions planned for building capacity.
🎉 Naperville Events
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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.
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.
Tacoville 2026
5 p.m. – 8 p.m. — Naper Settlement — Single-day tickets or full weekend pass — Enjoy incredible Latin food, live music, and refreshing drinks all weekend long.
Downtown Naperville Summer Wine Walk
12-5 p.m. — Downtown Naperville — $60 — Sip and stroll while enjoying curated wine tastings and supporting veterans.
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