Good morning, Naperville.

Naperville hosts a busy weekend of community events from Friday to Sunday, including a farmer's market at 5th Avenue Train Station, live music at Wentz Concert Hall, pop-up dining, and North Central College Homecoming festivities such as a concert and football game — offering local flavor and family fun.

Naperville Mayor Scott Wehrli will host the Faith in Community Breakfast on Friday, Dec.

4 at Fry Family YMCA from 7 to 9 a.m. Community members and local leaders will gather for a breakfast buffet and events that help fund local programs.

Naperville Woman’s Club honors its volunteers and partners who help run events and maintain the historic clubhouse.

A new Little Free Library built by Tim Greif (husband of member Maryanne) underlines the club’s commitment to art, education and local charity.

IKEA is moving its Bolingbrook store to Naperville, where a new, smaller store will open at Block 59 along Route 59 and include a Swedish Food Market + Swedish Deli.

The Bolingbrook store will remain open until late next year.

New businesses are coming soon to downtown, Riverbrook, and the I-88 corridor — with Asian markets, restaurants, a new menswear store, and a fitness group scheduled to open by early 2027, boosting job growth along I-88.

Naperville will start its free Bulk Curbside Leaf Collection Program on Monday, Oct.

19, with three collection cycles planned over six weeks. Residents should rake leaves to the curb by 6AM during each cycle + keep storm drains clear to prevent delays.

Moderna's mRNA flu vaccine, mFlusiva, received FDA approval in August for adults 50+ and is now available at Walgreens, CVS, Jewel Osco and Costco in Naperville.

Health experts say the faster production process helps the vaccine keep pace with evolving flu strains.

The DuPage County Health Department reported the first West Nile virus death in 2026, with six cases documented so far.

Officials advised residents to remove standing water and use EPA-registered insect repellent to prevent mosquito bites.

This October, local dental experts stress that brushing twice daily and regular flossing can lower the risk of heart disease, diabetes, and stroke + support overall health.

They advise residents to schedule professional cleanings to remove tartar and polish teeth.

On Oct. 6, the Pulte Home Company withdrew its petition for a 94-unit duplex development called Naperville Ridge on surplus DuPage Water Commission property amid environmental concerns.

City officials said any future proposal will require a new petition and full review.