Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 19th of November.
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💼 Business
Velvet Taco opened its fourth Illinois restaurant in Naperville on Monday at Block 59, drawing dozens of customers who received perks like a free $10 gift card and hat.
The fast-casual spot offers globally inspired tacos and a weekly limited-time flavor and also serves bowls, nachos, alcoholic drinks, and red velvet cake made from scratch.
🎭 Culture
High school musicians from seven local schools will perform a holiday concert — Amid the Winter’s Snow — at Naperville Covenant Church on Dec.
7 at 4:00 p.m., led by Pianist and Director Alexander J. Amato who will mix traditional carols with modern songs.
🎓 Education
Indian Prairie School District 204 updated its report card data after Illinois lowered the English and math benchmarks and switched high school juniors back to the ACT.
District officials said the new numbers aren’t comparable to past data—new summative designations will be used next year to better show student progress.
Nine IPSD 204 school resource officers attended a board meeting to explain how they build trust in schools as teachers, mentors, and safety officers.
Their roles—ranging from educating students on firearm safety to providing recovery support—challenge the idea that their work is only about discipline.
🏛️ Government
Officials dedicated the redesigned Riverwalk Eagle Street Gateway on Nov.
14 after months of work that began in March, and it is now open for public use with improved accessibility and a refreshed iconic sculpture (Landforms). Mayor Scott Wehrli and Baumgartner Construction led the upgrades (costing $3.67M) as part of the City’s Riverwalk 2031 Master Plan.
🎉 Naperville Events
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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.
How Women’s Sports and the WNBA Motivated Me to Write My First Romance Novel
Naperville author Taylor LaVonne invites local readers to an evening celebrating women’s sports, storytelling, and empowerment through fiction. The event, titled “How Women’s Sports and the WNBA Motivated Me to Write My First Romance Novel,” will take place on December 10, 2025, from 6–8 PM at 95th Street Library, 3015 Cedar Glade Dr., Naperville.
Joy & Light Celebration
12-3 p.m. — Chicago Marriott Naperville — Free entry — Step into the magic of the season with a festive community celebration.
WordPress Naperville Monthly Meeting
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Rock Bottom Restaurant & Brewery — Free event — A gathering for WordPress enthusiasts to share knowledge and skills in web design and development.
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