Good morning, Naperville.

VFW Post 3873 and Auxiliary will host their annual Turkey Raffle on Saturday, Nov.

22 from 6PM to 9PM at Kendall Hall, 908 W. Jackson Avenue to raise funds for veteran programs. Chef Terrell Cole of Dark Horse Catering has planned a dinner menu — with a cash bar and canteen open, and raffle prizes including prime rib and gift baskets.

Nature’s Best Cafe in Naperville will reopen in January after a temporary closure that will begin on December 20, with community events like a family sing-along on December 8 + Breakfast with Santa planned to boost business; owner Simitrio Cruz said the support marks a fresh start for the nearly ten-year-old cafe.

Naperville School District 203 is facing a big money shortage that began with a $29.25 million deficit this school year and is expected to grow until the 2030-31 budget.

The board is weighing options to cut costs immediately or slowly over the coming years—officials warn that the current fund balance may run out without changes.

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.

Candlelight: Christmas Carols on Strings

4:30-7:30 p.m. — Wentz Concert Hall & Fine Arts Center — Tickets required — Experience enchanting Christmas carols performed by a string quartet in a candlelit setting.