Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of October.
Good morning, Naperville.
The Naperville Park District Police have started collecting new, unwrapped toys for the 2025 DuPage County Toys for Tots program at seven drop-off locations until December 13—Chief Steve Schindlbeck noted the community's 15-year support, while donations must avoid stuffed animals and toy weapons and monetary contributions can be made online.
A local photographer and a pastor are organizing a peaceful 'No Kings' protest in downtown Naperville this Saturday from noon to 2 p.m. The protest will start and end at the Naperville Municipal Center (400 S.
Eagle St.) and will include speeches, a DJ set, and a march to the Washington Street bridge to protest what they see as authoritarian policies.
Tickets for the Naperville Garden Club's Cup of Cheer Home Tour, Holiday Market and Tea are on sale to support local community programs.
The event will feature a preview on December 4 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. with $60 tickets and the main day on December 5 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Judd Kendall VFW Post—shoppers can enjoy market items and homemade treats.
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.
Bar Fogo Wine & Wagyu Event
Evening — Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse — Ticket prices vary — Indulge in a night of exquisite steak and VIK wine pairings.
Riverview Farmstead Lantern Tour
6-7:30 p.m. — Riverview Farmstead Preserve — Free entry — Experience life on the prairie by lantern light with stories from the 19th century.
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