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Wednesday, October 30th, 2024

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Good morning, Naperville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 30th of October.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Naperville Central High School and local police are jointly investigating a racial slur found on a student's locker, with both the school and the mother of the affected student seeking resolution and accountability.  Naperville Sun
  • Downtown Naperville's Halloween Hop brought together thousands for a costume-filled celebration including trolley rides and themed activities.  Naperville News 17

CRIME NEWS

  • In Naperville, an 18-year-old man was shot in the chest and is being treated for non-life-threatening injuries, while another 18-year-old has been detained as a person of interest; the incident is not believed to be random.  Naperville News 17

CULTURE NEWS

  • Naperville Public Library features a selection of books where villains lead the story, inviting readers to explore complex characters and blurred moral lines.  Naperville Sun
  • Tickets are on sale for the Naperville Chorus's holiday concert with the Pete Ellman Big Band on Dec. 7 and 8, featuring jazz and traditional Christmas music.  Daily Herald

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Naperville School District 203 proposes adding and cutting several high school courses to better align with college and career readiness, including new options for early college credit.  Naperville News 17

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Naperville initiates its first controlled burns to rejuvenate degraded native vegetation as a component of a new citywide ecological management program.  Naperville Sun

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Celebration of Jeff Kinney's Latest Book Release: Hot Mess

    Experience an entertaining and interactive event with best-selling author Jeff Kinney as he celebrates the release of his newest book in the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series with a fun-filled show and audience participation.

    Sat, 11/2/24

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  • Explore Opportunities at North Central College - Campus Visit Day

    Experience a comprehensive introduction to North Central College, including academic sessions, campus tours, and insights into financial aid programs.

    Tue, 11/5/24

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  • 25th Annual Art & Craft Fair at St. Thomas the Apostle

    Celebrate 25 years of creativity at St. Thomas the Apostle's Art & Craft Fair, featuring approximately 50 local vendors showcasing a diverse array of handmade crafts.

    Sat, 11/9/24

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  • Luxury Bridal Expo at Chicago Marriott Naperville

    Experience a luxurious bridal show featuring a fashion show and opportunities to connect with top wedding professionals while enjoying free tickets and gifts.

    Sun, 11/10/24

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  • Matthew West Concert at Calvary Church

    Experience an uplifting evening of contemporary Christian music featuring Matthew West at Calvary Church in Naperville.

    Thu, 11/14/24

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  • An Evening with Uccio

    Experience a night of laughter with Uccio De Santis and six other performers from MUDU in a comedy show filled with entertainment.

    Fri, 11/15/24

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  • A Dickens' Holiday Craft Show

    Experience a delightful holiday craft show featuring original, handmade creations perfect for unique gift-giving.

    Sat, 11/16/24

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  • FSPCA Preventive Controls Qualified Individual Training Course

    Learn to develop and implement a qualified food safety plan in a comprehensive 2.5-day training course recognized by the FDA.

    Wed, 11/20/24

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  • Culture Chronicles at Chicago Sinfonietta

    A family-friendly orchestra concert event featuring the Chicagoland premiere of "Monarch Soul" by 3x Latin Grammy nominee Juan Pablo Contreras! Celebrate family, culture, heritage, and belonging through globally inspired music by Antonin Dvorak and Gabriela Lena Frank.

    Thu, 11/21/24

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  • A Christmas Carol - A Family-Friendly Adaptation

    Experience a delightful 70-minute adaptation of Charles Dickens' classic 'A Christmas Carol', tailored for family audiences and presented by the College Theater department.

    Sat, 11/23/24

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