Good morning, Naperville.

The Naperville Heinen’s Grocery Store at 1244 E Chicago Ave. will open Wednesday, Sept.

10 at 10 a.m.—offering signature fresh departments, in-store wine tastings, and free curbside pickup with delivery options.

The Naperville Park District announced that prescribed burns will be held in twelve local parks in the coming weeks to clear invasive weeds and plant debris (burns will only proceed if weather conditions allow).

Crews from the Naperville Park District decided to replace the aqua blue fountain basins along the Riverwalk with black liners for safety and design reasons—kids were seen wading in them.

Some fountains, like the Civic Plaza one, already have black basins while the remaining ones will be updated by mid-October.

A proposal by Karis Critical Data Centers to build two data centers at the former Alcatel-Lucent site on 1960 Lucent Lane raised concerns at a Sept.

3 Planning and Zoning Commission meeting as residents cited issues like noise and diesel exhaust—public comments exceeded two dozen with nearly three dozen written submissions. The public hearing will resume on Oct. 15 as commissioners gather more details before making a recommendation.

DuPage County educators, clinicians & policy makers met in Lisle this week to plan better mental health support for children up to age 5.

They are working to improve social-emotional development amid limited services for young kids.

Naperville offers many events this weekend as residents can enjoy brunch at Kreger’s and shop, taste, and listen at the International Trade Fair while markets, art festivals, and live music add fun.

Organizers have planned events like the Naperville Farmer’s Market and a vibrant Food Truck Festival—bringing local culture and community spirit—through Sunday.

Naperville Trails Half Marathon & 10k

8:00 AM – 11:59 PM — Danada Forest Preserve — Registration required — Experience the scenic beauty of the trails in this exciting half marathon and 10K run.

Charity Car Show

12-4 p.m. — Noon Whistle Brewing — $20 registration for show vehicles — Enjoy a variety of cars, trucks, and motorcycles while supporting a great cause.

Daaa Kickoff Potluck

7 p.m. — Noon Whistle Brewing — Bring a dish to share — Celebrate the season opener with potluck dishes while cheering on the Bears.

Bar Fogo - National Caipirinha Day

Celebrate the flavors of Brazil — 5 p.m. onward — Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse — Reservations recommended — Enjoy handcrafted caipirinhas and mouthwatering Brazilian dishes.

USA Pickleball Showdown

5-8 p.m. — Sure Shot Pickleball — Entry fee required — Compete in doubles matches while supporting veterans and first responders in a fun community event.

Second Annual Plant Market

12-5 p.m. — Noon Whistle Brewing — Free entry — Discover a variety of plants, accessories, and local goodies while enjoying craft beer and seasonal vibes.

Bollywood Beyond Music Concert Featuring Kavita Krishnamurti & L. Subramaniam

8:00 PM – 11:30 PM — The Matrix Club — Fundraiser event — Experience an unforgettable concert for a noble cause with legendary musicians.

Riverwalk Fine Art Fair

9:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. — Riverwalk Park — Check official website for entry fees — Explore a showcase of original artwork from 110 selected artists in a vibrant community setting.

Author Event with SenLinYu for Alchemised

7 p.m. — Pfeiffer Hall at North Central College — Pre-registration required — Celebrate the debut of SenLinYu's dark fantasy novel Alchemised with a presentation and Q&A.

Farm to Fork Feast 2025

3-6 p.m. — McDonald Farm — Admission details not specified — Celebrate local agriculture with farmers and food leaders at a community feast.