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Friday, December 13th, 2024

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Good morning, Naperville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Naperville offers a variety of holiday events including the Holly Jolly Days at Naper Settlement, a municipal band concert, NaperLights display, pub live music, dining at Mesón Sabika, and Trolley Holiday Lights Tours from December 13-15.  Positively Naperville
  • Naperville's Riverwalk is set for a series of expansions and upgrades ahead of its 50th anniversary in 2031, with projects including new paths and ecological restoration already underway.  Naperville Sun
  • The annual Naper Lights, organized by the Rotary Club of Naperville Sunrise, brings holiday cheer to downtown Naperville with 250,000 lights and new penguin displays until Jan. 1.  Naperville News 17

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A shed fire in Naperville spread to a home, causing $110,000 in damages, with no injuries reported and the cause under investigation.  Naperville News 17

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Downtown Naperville anticipates the return of Barnes & Noble and the addition of Alo Yoga among other business openings in 2025.  Naperville News 17

EDUCATION NEWS

  • A Naperville mother struggles with preschool expulsions of her twins due to behavioral issues, invoking a pioneering Illinois law aimed at preventing such expulsions and highlighting the challenges of early childhood education.  Naperville Sun
  • Naperville residents celebrate academic achievements, earning degrees and accolades from various institutions.  Naperville Sun

SPORTS NEWS

  • Naperville North's junior Sam Kelly shines as the new starting point guard, with pivotal support from teammate Natalie Frempong, marking a strong start to her varsity basketball career.  Naperville Sun

EVENTS

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  • Holly Jolly Days at Naper Settlement

    Holly Jolly Days features holiday crafts, storytelling, and a special demonstration while allowing families to send letters to Santa and shop for festive arrangements.

    Sat, 12/14/24

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  • Live Nativity Experience in Naperville

    The Live Nativity event offers a family-friendly experience showcasing the true Christmas story at The Compass Church in Naperville.

    Sun, 12/15/24

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  • Holidays of Joy

    Celebrate the magic of the season at Holidays of Joy on Thursday, December 19, at 6:30 PM at The Auditorium in Chicago, featuring conductor Chelsea Tipton II, vocalist Alfreda Burke, holiday classics like Sleigh Ride and Winter Wonderland, and a festive sing-along. Don’t miss this one-night-only celebration of timeless melodies, carolers, and hot cocoa cheer!

    Thu, 12/19/24

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  • Holidays of Joy

    Celebrate the magic of the season at Holidays of Joy on Thursday, December 19, at 6:30 PM at The Auditorium in Chicago, featuring conductor Chelsea Tipton II, vocalist Alfreda Burke, holiday classics like Sleigh Ride and Winter Wonderland, and a festive sing-along. Don’t miss this one-night-only celebration of timeless melodies, carolers, and hot cocoa cheer!

    Thu, 12/19/24

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  • Chicago Comedy Scene Night at Maggiano's Naperville

    Enjoy a night of entertainment featuring comedians from the Chicago Comedy Scene Radio, alongside a family-style dinner and drinks.

    Tue, 12/31/24

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