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Thursday, July 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Naperville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of July.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Piccolo Buco, an Italian restaurant founded by Tim McEnery and chef Luca Issa, will open in Naperville on August 24 in Block 59— a new dining and entertainment hub at the corner of Aurora Avenue and Route 59— and is expected to add 110 jobs to the community. Naperville News 17
- ➤ Portillo’s and Lou Malnati’s have launched a limited-edition Chicago Dog Deep Dish pizza for National Hot Dog Day. The pizza—made with Portillo’s hot dogs and classic Chicago dog toppings on a deep-dish crust—is available today at Lou Malnati’s 131 W. Jefferson Ave. in downtown Naperville. Naperville News 17
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Dick Wheeler was honored on July 10 with a special concert for 50 years of playing clarinet with the Naperville Municipal Band — the tribute featured praise from Naperville Mayor Scott Wehrli and State Senator Laura Ellman and moved indoors after rain interrupted the outdoor event. Naperville News 17
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Naperville may raise its home rule sales tax by 0.25% — a move intended to offset a $6.5 million revenue shortfall from the state grocery tax elimination effective Jan. 1. The proposal passed a first reading on July 15 and will face a final reading on Tuesday, Aug. 19 as council members debate its impact on everyday purchases. Naperville News 17
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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Community Conversations: Plum's Journey
3:30-4:30 p.m. — Naper Settlement — Free entry — Explore the interconnected journey of a plum from tree to table in this enlightening community discussion.
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