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Naperville
Tuesday, August 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Naperville. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 12th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Over 160 children aged 3 to 12 rode bikes, trikes, and Big Wheels at Wolf's Crossing Community Park during the 12th annual Junior Tour de Naperville on Aug. 9. The event, hosted by the Naperville Park District, aimed to get kids outdoors having fun (no motorized vehicles were allowed) and has become a favorite for local families. Naperville News 17
- ➤ Turning Pointe Autism Foundation held its Annual Golf Outing and Brunch & Browse at Butterfield Country Club in July, where over 300 guests heard competitive golfer Amy Bockerstette with Down Syndrome share her inspiring 'I got this' message. The event raised funds to support autism programs that help individuals gain independence and learn new skills—underscoring a commitment to community support. Positively Naperville
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Monday morning, a second McAlister’s Deli opened at 1296 E Chicago Ave in north Naperville serving residents with a familiar menu of sandwiches, baked potatoes, salads, and iced tea—offering dine-in, carry-out, delivery, and pick-up options. Naperville News 17
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Perseid meteor shower is set to peak tonight over Naperville—stargazers should seek a clear, open view to catch the bright meteors despite a bright waning gibbous moon and some cloud cover. Experts note that while dark locations can reveal 50–100 meteors per hour, local light pollution may reduce these numbers. FOX 32
- ➤ Naper Nights Community Concert Series will wrap up the summer on Aug. 15—16 at Naper Settlement in Naperville with Friday’s performance by the Charleston band Bears Gone Phishin’—playing covers of Widespread Panic, Grateful Dead and Phish and Saturday’s show headlined by Wilclone with opener Great American Taxi from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Local vendors will serve food and drinks while beverage ticket sales benefit local organizations. Daily Herald
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Indian Prairie School District 204's Indian Prairie CARES program will expand mental health services – the program will add counseling locations at Metea Valley High School and Granger Middle School in September with $20,000 in new grant funding from DuPage County. It has already provided 5,000 free sessions and offers each participant up to six 50-minute sessions after school hours. Naperville News 17
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The DuPage County Board funded The Awakenings Project to launch Healing Through Art, a new program that offers four art therapy workshops to help DuPage County residents manage stress and express creativity. The sessions will be held at Naperville Art League (508 N. Center St.) on Saturday afternoons on Sept. 6, 13, 27 and Oct. 4 for $20 each or $60 for all sessions, with registration opening on July 15. Daily Herald
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Andrea, a 43-year-old Naperville resident, has been a key part of WDSRA’s Special Olympics programs for over a decade and helped her soccer team win gold at the Illinois Special Olympics Summer Games. WDSRA partners with Special Olympics to offer sports and community programs that build athletic skills and lasting friendships. Positively Naperville
TRAVEL NEWS
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DAOU Wine Dinner
Four-course dinner — Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse — Reservations required — Savor premium wines from DAOU Vineyards paired with exquisite cuts of meat.
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Naper Nights Concert Series Featuring School of Rock Elmhurst
5-10 p.m. — Naper Settlement — Check local listings for entry details — Enjoy cold drinks, delicious food, and rock music under the stars.
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Grand Opening of CORH Naperville
5-8 p.m. — 1754 N Washington St — Free entry — Celebrate the grand opening with fun activities and surprises for all ages.
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Volunteer Morning at Riverview Farmstead Preserve
10 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Riverview Farmstead Preserve — Registration required — Get fresh air and help your community with seed collection activities.
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American Legion Golf Outing 2025
10 a.m. — Tamarack Golf Club — Sponsorships available — Support local veterans while enjoying a day of golf with community impact.
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Homecoming Fest 2025
2-10 p.m. — Saints Peter & Paul Catholic School — $5-10 adults, $2 seniors/children — Celebrate 179 years of history with live music, food trucks, and family fun.
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Community Conversations Grand Finale
11:30 a.m. — Naper Settlement — Free entry — Celebrate the culmination of diverse community storytelling and insights in this engaging finale.
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The Acoustic Circus Live Performance
6-9 p.m. — Potter's Place and Two-Nine Martini Lounge — Free entry — Enjoy acoustic pop/rock covers from talented local musicians featuring classics from Mellencamp to the Eagles.
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