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Wednesday, December 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Naperville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 3rd of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Santa Claus returns today on his sixth annual Sleigh Tour in Naperville to bring holiday cheer and raise funds for local nonprofits through Santa's Christmas Charities. The 12‑night tour will visit up to 80 neighborhoods and reschedule stops missed because of a recent snowstorm — ensuring every area gets a visit — while residents can sponsor stops and track his route online. Naperville News 17
- ➤ DuPagePads received a five million dollar grant from the Bezos Day 1 Families Fund on Giving Tuesday to expand services for families facing homelessness in DuPage County. The nonprofit will use the investment over the next five years to boost outreach + provide year-round shelter + improve supports for children in education and transportation. Positively Naperville
- ➤ The Western DuPage Special Recreation Association improved its inclusive programs last year to strengthen community ties and expand access to recreation — boosting staff training, volunteer support and local partnerships. The organization invites residents to donate before December 31 — helping ensure continued opportunities for everyone. Positively Naperville
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On December 1, Naperville police and fire crews went to the train station (105 E. 4th Ave.) after a male city contractor operating snow removal equipment was struck by an eastbound freight train and died, while Mayor Wehrli offered condolences and officials cooperated with the ongoing investigation (by Metra Police). Naperville News 17
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Spirit Christmas opened a new store on Route 59 in Naperville this year—featuring holiday decorations and costumes—in a bid to offer a hands-on seasonal shopping experience. The shop is a sister store of Spirit Halloween and will remain open until the end of the year. Naperville News 17
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ First Congregational Church of Naperville applied for historic landmark status to protect its 1906 limestone sanctuary, the city’s oldest church located along Benton Avenue and Center Street across from Central Park. The Historic Preservation Commission will review the application and hear community support on Dec. 4 at 7 p.m. (in Rooms A and B at the Naperville Municipal Center). Positively Naperville
- ➤ City council approved a 46-page report on Naperville’s bicentennial in 2031 and will select a volunteer chairperson to lead the planning in early 2026. The application process — set to start Jan. 5 with applications due by Feb. 13 — is open only to current residents who are not elected officials. Naperville News 17
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Engaged couples will plan their wedding at Naper Settlement’s Wedding Showcase on January 17 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. across museum locations (Century Memorial Chapel, the Benck Family Agriculture Center, the Birck Family Innovation Gateway, and Meeting House) as more than 50 local vendors offer personal consultations, exclusive discounts, limo rides and prize drawings. Positively Naperville
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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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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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Windy City Dueling Pianos New Year's Eve Celebration
8:30 p.m. – 12:30 a.m. — Spartan Ale House — Ticket purchase required — Enjoy a lively night of musical entertainment with dueling pianos as you ring in the New Year with friends and fun.
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