Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 28th of May.
Good morning, Naperville.
Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce honored 40 local professionals last Thursday at North Central College’s Wentz Concert Hall, where Mayor Scott Wehrli issued a proclamation celebrating honorees nominated by the community; the group represents business, public service, and nonprofit leadership + marks a unique 10-year anniversary.
At Wentz Concert Hall at North Central College, a comedy variety show with Lou Greco, Carlo Russo and special guest Vince Maranto is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Fri., June 5 — the West Suburban Symphony will perform a Spanish folk-inspired concert on Sun., June 28.
Colleen Casey Wilcox painted a mural at Casey’s Foods in Naperville to honor her late father, Dan Casey, who encouraged local business support.
The tribute includes hand-painted fruit and vegetables at the produce entrance (a nod to his belief that community matters).
Indian Prairie School District 204 officials reported on Monday, May 18 that a $1.2 million federal (Title I) funding cut and rising substitute and special services costs will trigger a $4.9 million deficit next year, leading to a reduction of about 20 positions and discontinued preschool busing to help balance the budget.
Skywatchers in Naperville can catch a rare blue supermoon on May 31 when the moon is the second full moon of the month and may be seen with Mars, Saturn, Venus, and Jupiter.
The event is best viewed 30 to 45 minutes after sunset in the eastern sky.
Naperville’s Transportation, Engineering and Development Group hosts two input sessions on Thursday, June 4 (8:30 to 10 a.m. and 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Municipal Center) to collect feedback on a downtown streetscape plan.
The project will rebuild Jefferson and Main Streets with updated utilities and green space, with work starting in spring.
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.
Guys and Dolls Musical
7:30 p.m. — Naperville Central High School Auditorium — Tickets available — Experience the classic musical featuring gamblers, missionaries, and unforgettable songs.
Naper Nights - Ozzy Osbourne and AC/DC Tributes
5-10 p.m. — Naper Settlement — Ticket information pending — Enjoy a night of thrilling tribute performances to legendary rock icons.
Candlelight Tribute to The Beatles
6:30-7:45 p.m. — Wentz Concert Hall & Fine Arts Center — Ticketed event — Celebrate the magic of The Beatles under the enchanting glow of candlelight performed by a string quartet.
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