Good morning, Naperville.

Naperville charity Lizzy’s Fund helps senior dogs in shelters by providing financial aid for needed medical care and adoption.

Locals are encouraged to adopt these dogs—offering them a loving, secure home and lasting companionship.

Naper Settlement launches its first Family Spooktacular for kids ages 3–12 with trick-or-treating, a Disney tribute band, and interactive activities.

The event runs 10AM to 2PM on Saturday, Oct. 24 and noon to 4PM on Sunday at 523 S. Webster St.

Around 50 Naperville students gathered in Central Park over the weekend for the first Possibility Festival, featuring teen-led activities, shared meals, and games designed to boost mental health & social connection.

Harvest Sunday will take place on Nov.

1 when community volunteers will collect nonperishable donations outside Casey’s Foods (124 W. Gartner Road) from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and at St. Thomas the Apostle Church’s drive-thru at 1500 Brookdale Road from noon to 4 p.m.

Naperville is welcoming diverse new businesses as storefronts open across the city; downtown, Cantina Taco Grill will open on Oct.

29 while a cat cafe and a Pilates studio bring fresh dining and fitness options to various neighborhoods.

Metea Valley High School music educator Jordan Yi started a mariachi ensemble that now includes over 40 students exploring traditional Mexican folk music on campus and through community concerts.

The group rehearses weekly from October to May & builds bridges by deepening cultural connections.

North Central College held a groundbreaking on Saturday, Oct.

10 for a new 60,000 sqft student commons at Chicago Ave. and Brainard St.—the first phase builds a 30,000 sqft dining hall seating up to 500 while a student activity center is set to open in Nov. 2027.

The Naperville Fire Department teamed up with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) to launch Fire Prevention Week with the theme 'Charge into Fire Safety: Safe Charging Is a Superpower.' The agency urges residents to follow safe battery charging tips to reduce home fire risks.

A local gardener shares fall tips for enjoying season's colors by planting native wildflowers (Blue Vervain, Japanese anemone, Little Bluestem) in yards.

They also recall a surprise watermelon harvest that added an extra treat during a cozy afternoon at the Morton Arboretum.