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Friday, November 21st, 2025
Good morning, Naperville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 21st of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ NCTV17 Executive Director Elizabeth Braham Spencer received the KidsMatter Kids' Champion Award on November 15 at the EMPOWER Gala for her long-standing work mentoring local youth—her efforts helped launch a high school internship program and promote positive choices among young people. This recognition highlights her commitment since joining the station in 2002 and her impact on community youth development. Naperville News 17
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Sean Sacramento—an Aurora native—released his new song 'Downtown Naperville' which went viral and earned praise from Mayor Scott Wehrli and downtown leaders. He said he created the tune while at work and now plans to grow his music career further. Naperville News 17
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Christmas Family Event
3 PM — Downtown Naperville Alliance — Free entry — Celebrate the holiday season with family-friendly activities in charming Downtown Naperville.
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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.
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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.
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Joy & Light Celebration
12-3 p.m. — Chicago Marriott Naperville — Free entry — Step into the magic of the season with a festive community celebration.
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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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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.
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