Good morning, Naperville.

Young artists are invited to paint a mural celebrating America’s 250th anniversary during DuPage County Fair in Wheaton on Friday, July 24 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., adding a creative activity to the fair running from July 23 to 26.

Furniture from a well-maintained house will be available for preview before a yard sale scheduled for Saturday, July 18, and Sunday, July 19.

Buyers can view leather sofas, beds and other items by appointment; call Anita at 770-912-4725 to set up a visit before the end of July.

Downtown closures hit local business as Everdine’s Grilled Cheese Co. will close permanently Friday, July 17 due to rising costs + downtown construction, while the Nike store closed Monday, July 13 at 217 S.

Main Street; local leaders remain optimistic as new investments continue coming in.

Swig, a dirty soda drive thru chain, will open in Naperville as part of a deal for 13 outlets led by franchisees Derek and Michele Hinks from Chicago, as the chain expands to several suburbs — with its first Chicago outlet set to launch in August.

Naper Settlement will host Oktoberfest on Oct.

2 from 5-10 p.m. and Oct. 3 from 3-10 p.m., featuring live music, authentic German food, a stein holding contest, a children’s area with inflatables, and a 90s band performance in a family-friendly celebration.

IPSD 204 Superintendent John Price briefed the board Monday night that he has begun summer initiatives, including training for staff via IPSD Academy & new hire orientations, planned upgrades at schools and moving IT staff to a new office building near Prairie Lake Court.

Neighbors say speaking with FOX Chicago about a months-long rat infestation led to citations at a DuPage County property, but county officials noted violations were solely for improperly stored garbage and that pest control crews have now returned to resume cleanup.

Naperville Men's Amateur Championship

7 a.m. — Springbrook Golf Course — $180 — Compete in a challenging 36-hole tournament across two premier Naperville courses.

Candlelight: Tribute to Coldplay

8:30-9:30 p.m. — Wentz Concert Hall & Fine Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a magical musical tribute to Coldplay in an intimate candlelit setting.

Volunteer Morning at Riverview Farmstead Preserve

8-11 a.m. — Riverview Farmstead Preserve — Free entry — Enjoy fresh air while helping to control brush in this community volunteer event.

Akon with Ne-Yo

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of R&B and hip hop hits from two chart-topping artists.