Thursday, August 22nd, 2024
Good morning, Naperville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 22nd of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ DuPage County aims to enhance Greene Valley Forest Preserve with a barn patio and kayak launch, supported by grants totaling $800,000. Daily Herald
- ➤ Naperville offers a variety of weekend activities including dining at Kreger's Brat and Sausage Haus, catch-and-release fishing, farmers markets, and more, enhancing community engagement and local culture. Positively Naperville
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Junior Board of West Suburban Community Pantry tutors students to support their academic development, responding to the need for educational assistance among children in government nourishment programs. Daily Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Chris Rambert becomes the Navy's inaugural robotics warfare specialist, focusing on ushering in a new era of military capability with drones, UAVs, and robotic technology. Daily Herald
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Adrian Lam, a 19-year-old triathlete in near-full remission from Stage IV Non-Hodgkins B-Cell Lymphoma, is competing in the Chicago Triathlon 2024 and has raised over $12,000 for pediatric cancer research. ABC7 Chicago
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Charity Challenge: The Great Descent Fundraiser
Experience the thrill of rappelling down 12 stories to support DuPagePads in their mission to end homelessness, with 100 participants each raising funds for this worthy cause.
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Creative Chocolate Desserts Cooking Class
Experience the art of crafting decadent chocolate desserts, including ganache truffles and chewy caramels, in this engaging cooking class.
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Mastering Buyer Business Success
Learn essential techniques and systems to enhance your buyer services and grow your real estate business in this interactive class.
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Author Event with Stassi Schroeder: You Can't Have It All
Celebrate the release of Stassi Schroeder's latest book with an engaging author talk, presentation, and Q&A session, including a pre-signed book and professional photo op.
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Kailash Kher Live Concert with Vivek Agrawal
Experience an extraordinary live concert by Padmashri Kailash Kher, featuring the talented Vivek Agrawal, set against the vibrant backdrop of the Swadeshi Mela in Naperville.
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Fall Market and Music Fest at McDonald Farm
Experience a vibrant community celebration featuring local organic produce, live music, educational tours, and fun activities for all ages at McDonald Farm.
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Navigating Pregnancy and Relationship Dynamics
Learn effective strategies for balancing your pregnancy journey with your relationship in this interactive workshop.
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Chicago Safety Conference Networking Event
Network with fellow professionals during a relaxed evening featuring small bites and drinks at Old Town Pour House in Naperville.
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Wine and Design Social Evening at JoJo's Shake Bar
Experience an enjoyable evening of food, drinks, and creativity with wine glass painting hosted by the Naperville Junior Woman's Club.
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Small Batch at Naperville Irish Fest: A Celebration of Irish Culture
Experience a vibrant celebration of Irish culture with music, delicious food, and heritage at the Naperville Irish Fest.
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