Good morning, Naperville.

On Friday, November 28, 2025, the Rotary Club of Naperville hosted its annual Holiday Parade of Lights downtown—where Santa and Mrs. Claus made a festive appearance—bringing holiday cheer to residents.

Brookdale Elementary in Naperville hosted author Tom Watson, who spoke about his Stick Dog books and led a drawing lesson to boost students' love of reading — his visit aimed at showing kids that they can use simple art to tell creative stories.

Organized by the school with help from Anderson’s Bookshop and Learning Media Center Director Leah Steinhauser-Walsh, the event focused on improving literacy by making reading fun.

Local blood donation centers warn that donations drop during the holidays because community drives are fewer and residents take time off—raising concerns about hospital shortages in emergencies.

Versiti Blood Center urges residents to donate blood and is planning extra drives to boost supplies as demand increases.

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.