Good morning, Naperville.

From November 7–12, Naperville Healing Field of Honor is taking place at Rotary Hill along the Riverwalk at 443 Aurora Avenue to honor military personnel with American flags and a replica of the Vietnam Wall of Remembrance listing over 58,000 names including 11 from Naperville—each evening, the Honor Guard sounds Taps at 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. and holds a three-volley rifle salute. The annual Veterans Day ceremony begins on November 11 at 10:45 a.m. with music followed by a tribute at 11 a.m., and hang tags are available daily until 5 p.m. at the Paddleboat Quarry Rentals building.

Visitors may experience the memorial exhibit at Moser Tower along Naperville Riverwalk, featuring its 72-bell carillon and the Healing Field of Honor with 1,500 American flags on display until Nov.

12. Daily performances include Taps at 5 and 8 p.m. and an Honor Guard at 8 p.m.—reminding all of the shared spirit on Veterans Day.

Dr. Abiódún Gòkè-Paríolá was installed as North Central College’s 12th president on November 6 at Wentz Concert Hall—attended by family, college leaders, and Naperville community members.

He was named president in July and his new leadership starts a fresh chapter for the college.

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.

Volunteer Morning at Riverview Farmstead Preserve

9 a.m. - 12 p.m. — Riverview Farmstead Preserve — Free entry — Enjoy fresh air and exercise while contributing to your community through outdoor volunteer activities.

Object-Oriented Programming in C# Rev. 6.1 Training

Mon-Fri, Nov 17-21 — EnVaNa Healthcare Training Center — $2250 — Hands-on C# programming training offered for software development professionals.

CRISP & GREEN Wellness Series with Aubre Winters

11 AM – 2 PM — Sweetneecy's — Free entry — Move, fuel, and connect at this refreshing wellness experience in Naperville.

Naperville Noon Lions Turkey Trot 5K 2025

8 AM — Naperville Central High School — Registration fee applies — Run fast and eat later at this festive Thanksgiving tradition.

3iii Season 9: The Ultimate Musical Showdown

10 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. — The Matrix Club — Refunds available — Experience the epic musical competition where semifinalists compete for a spot in the Grand Finale.

Christmas Family Event

3 PM — Downtown Naperville Alliance — Free entry — Celebrate the holiday season with family-friendly activities in charming Downtown Naperville.

Naperville North vs. Addison Trail Basketball Game

6:30-7:45 p.m. — Addison Trail High School — No entry fee — Watch a thrilling non-conference high school basketball matchup between local rivals.