Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of October.
Good morning, Naperville.
🏘️ Community
The Rotary Club of Naperville Sunrise is accepting grant applications for programs that support local youth, teens and families.
Complete applications must be submitted online by 5 p.m. Oct. 24 and selected projects will be announced mid-November—grant funds will be given from January to May with Rotary Ride funds by Sept. 30.
On September 18, the Fry Family Y hosted an Evening of Celebration at Naper Settlement to honor over a century of the YMCA's role in community wellness in Naperville.
More than 100 guests viewed a new exhibit and shared stories that highlighted the Y's ongoing support for youth development and family care.
🎭 Culture
Naper Settlement in Naperville will host a series of October events including regular museum hours (Tuesday to Saturday 10AM to 4PM, Sunday 1 to 4).
The schedule features Oktoberfest (Oct. 3-4) with German cuisine and live music, Family STEM Night (Oct. 9), a middle school teacher workshop (Oct. 11), a Halloween festival (Oct. 17-18), Craft by Beer (Oct. 23), Howlin’ at the Moon (Oct. 24-25), and Trick or Treat (Oct. 26) for families at 523 S. Webster Street.
🏛️ Government
Naperville officials discussed a $190 million capital improvement plan for 2026 at a Sept.
29 city council budget workshop, focusing on projects such as underground electric utility conversion and ending the sidewalk cost-share program—measures aimed at reducing administrative burdens. The council selected the lower-cost conversion option and will meet again on Oct. 28 and Nov. 10 to review further spending proposals.
Four volunteers including Nancy Quigley, Louis and Helen Halkias, and Susan Baltaragis lead tours at the Naperville Police Department to show visitors areas like the roll call room and the communications center—offering a clear view of police operations.
They have volunteered for years to educate community members, especially young students, about the department's work.
🏥 Health
At the GPS Parent Series, Jessica Lahey, an educator with personal experience in recovery, shared prevention tips to help parents set clear rules and start early conversations about alcohol and drugs.
She explained that understanding the adolescent brain’s need for new experiences can guide youth to make safer choices—helping to lower the risk of substance use disorders.
🎉 Naperville Events
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Hallow-Fest 2025
5 PM – 6 PM — Sheraton Lisle Naperville Hotel — $46.34 until October 9th — Immerse yourself in the vibrant worlds of anime and gaming at this exciting convention.
Trick-or-Treat at Safety Town
9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Naperville Safety Town — $15 family donation plus a food item — Celebrate Halloween safely with trick-or-treating and activities for kids.
Dine, Drink, Dance! at Danny's Pub
7-11 p.m. — Danny's Pub & Grill — No cover charge — Dance to live music by The Cave Dwellers, a Chicago original garage band since 1964.
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