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Friday, July 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Naperville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Naperville Sunrise Rotary welcomed its new president, Bill Hassett, and honored board members including Marion Ruthig, Ryan Siebert, Ginnie Moore, and Nick Niemi at its June 19 officer installation dinner — Ruthig, recognized for her past service as president, will remain on the board while the group grows from 38 to 47 members in August. Naperville News 17
- ➤ Starting in July, 90 children will join free summer camps and tutoring programs at Downers Grove South High School provided by West Suburban Community Pantry — offering art, cooking, STEM classes, and ACT Prep tutoring — with support from local leaders and grant sponsors. Daily Herald
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 27-year-old man died Thursday after being pulled from the water at Centennial Beach (500 W. Jackson Ave.) around 6 p.m. and taken to a local hospital, which led officials to close the beach Friday. Naperville News 17
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Bensenville man was sentenced to thirty years in prison after pleading guilty to first degree murder for fatally shooting Victor Garcia five times during his 2023 birthday party following a dispute over allegedly stolen shoes, prosecutors said. FOX 32
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Dick Wheeler—retired electrical engineer—joined the Naperville Municipal Band in 1976 and is now celebrating his 50th year with the group; he has played the clarinet for 62 years and values the band's supportive musical community. Positively Naperville
- ➤ The Water Street Fine Art & Fine Craft Fair will be held on Sunday, July 13 along Water and Webster streets in downtown Naperville with a juried art and craft show featuring works in painting, photography, ceramics and more—offering live samba and jazz along with a chalk art workshop for kids from DuPage Children’s Museum. The event will coincide with the Downtown Naperville Sizzlin’ Summer Sidewalk Sale and provides free admission and parking near the Riverwalk. Daily Herald
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Lustgarten Foundation is hosting its 16th annual Naperville Walk for Pancreatic Cancer Research on Sunday, July 13 with check-in at 8:30 a.m. and an opening ceremony at 9:30 a.m. at the Riverwalk Grand Pavilion; participants can choose a 1.5 or 2.25-mile route—designed to be family and pet friendly—while aiming to raise $100,000 for research. Positively Naperville
TRAVEL NEWS
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Surf & Turf Cocktail Party
6:30 p.m. — Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse — Reservations recommended — Savor Brazilian flavors and handcrafted cocktails in a vibrant summer celebration.
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Open House at 2741 Gateshead Drive
5-7 p.m. — 2741 Gateshead Drive, Naperville, IL — $679,900 — Explore a beautifully designed home with spacious living areas and a serene backyard retreat.
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DuPage Symphony Orchestra Concert
3:00-9:30 p.m. — Memorial Park — Ticket required — Enjoy an inspiring orchestral performance from a renowned local symphony orchestra.
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Basketball Camp: Playmaker College at North Central College
July 21-25 — North Central College — Registration required — A premier basketball camp for aspiring young players to enhance their skills and confidence.
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YA Midwest 2025
8 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. — Neuqua Valley High School — $30 — Celebrate young adult literature with authors, panels, and exclusive book signings.
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Luxury Bridal Expo
11 a.m. - 3 p.m. — Chicago Marriott Naperville — Get 4 Free Tickets — Experience the largest bridal expo in Chicago with a variety of vendors and services.
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Basketball Camp: Point Guard College
July 28 – August 1 — North Central College — $1,095 — An immersive summer basketball camp focusing on developing basketball IQ and leadership skills for dedicated players.
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Holly Jackson Book Signing Event
7 p.m. — Classic Cinemas Tivoli Theatre — Pre-registration required — Celebrate the release of ‘Not Quite Dead Yet’ with author Holly Jackson and enjoy a Q&A session.
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Chicagoland Halal Fest
3-10 p.m. — Frontier Park — Free entry — Celebrate Muslim culture with delicious halal cuisine, traditions, and arts in a family-friendly atmosphere.
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Open House at 2007 Schumacher Lane
5-7 p.m. — 2007 Schumacher Lane — $549,900 — Explore this well-maintained 4 bedroom home in a sought-after Naperville community.
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