Above / Register your teenager for Naperville Police Department’s Summer Youth Academy to be held at the Naperville Police Department, 1350 Aurora Avenue. Participants will get an in-depth look at law enforcement in this free six-week course. (PN File Photo) The Naperville Police Department is now accepting applications for a six-week Youth Academy to be held this summer. The academy will begin on May 30, 2024, and continue every Thursday night through July 11 (excluding July 4). All sessions are held at the Naperville Police Department from 6 to 8PM. Applications for this free six-week academ ..read more

Above / The view from the Farmers Plaza near the Eagle Street Bridge overlooking the quarry depicts a view of the can-do spirit that built the Riverwalk along the DuPage River. The Gregory Gazebo, Jaycees Marina, Rotary Hill and Moser Tower with the 72-bell carillon represent just a few of the generous gifts that contributed to the creation of the community’s natural treasure in the heart of downtown. (PN Photo, April 30, 2024) The last week of every month, we pretty much go underground while assembling the last round of edits to produce our monthly printed newspaper. Considering spring fever ..read more

This is one of the most enticing films directed by Luca Guadagnino that I have ever seen. Challengers is a film which tests tensions and favoritism to the absolute maximum. Tennis and relationships are explored hand in hand throughout the film. The story centers around Zendaya, she is one of the main competitors. The film focuses on competition for both a tennis championship and the attention of Zendaya. Challengers does not only push itself in terms of its mental suspense, but it also remains on point in having its audience think about the rules of tennis and what it takes to make it to the b ..read more

Above / Naperville Noon Lions Jim Woodring and Dave Cleveland assisted Optometrist Dr. Michael Russell during pre-kindergarten vision screenings in April. (Photo by Donna Kearney) During the month of April 2024, the Naperville Noon Lions Club clocked more than 37 volunteer hours to assist with pre-kindergarten vision screenings. Optometrist Dr. Michael Russell conducted pre-kindergarten vision screening at Ann Reid Early Learning Center on April 3, assisted by Naperville Noon Lions Jim Woodring, Dave Cleveland, and Donna Kearney. On April 5, Dr Katie Hertzberg conducted the state-mandated visi ..read more

DuPage County Report Giving DuPage, an organization that connects residents with volunteer opportunities, announced today the fifth annual Giving DuPage Days will take place May 1 to 3. Giving DuPage Days connects the community to local nonprofits that assist County residents. Since its inception in 2020, Giving DuPage Days has raised $1.3 million for more than 100 local nonprofits. During this year’s Giving DuPage Days, organizers hope to raise $350,000, which will support charities that assist with food insecurity; housing solutions; support for seniors, family caregivers, and veterans; heal ..read more

Above / Recognizing that May is Mental Health Awareness Month, the City of Naperville is funding additional Mental Health and Opioid Remediation Grant Opportunities. Applications are due by May 31, 2024. In recognition of May as Mental Health Awareness Month, the City of Naperville announces two new grant funding opportunities for organizations providing mental health and substance use programs and services in Naperville. While the City annually awards Social Service Grant (SSG) funding to enhance social service activities for community benefit, this additional funding is specifically targeted ..read more

The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution Fort Payne Chapter recently hosted its Annual Awards Ceremony to recognize and celebrate the remarkable achievements of numerous outstanding members of the community. Fort Payne Chapter, NSDAR award recipients are pictured at the April Awards Ceremony pictured with Regent Jill Brewer and Mayor Scott Wehrli. (Photo courtesy DAR) Fort Payne recorded over 7,000 volunteer service hours in the community in 2023 and sponsored fundraisers and donation drives to give not only these scholarships, but to support other community and Veterans group ..read more

Above / Brush Collection aims to help residents with spring clean up. Note the proper way to discard brush for pick up. Free, annual program can be tracked via Interactive Online Map. (PN File Photo) The City of Naperville’s 2024 curbside bulk brush collection program begins the week of May 6. This program is an opportunity to dispose of large quantities of unbundled branches and tree trimmings at no cost. The City is divided into five collection districts, which correspond with the weekly curbside garbage collection schedule. The collection cycle in each district takes one full week to comple ..read more

Naper Settlement presents the following events and programs during May 2024. In May, the museum is open Tuesday-Saturday from 10AM-4PM and Sunday from 1-4PM with general museum admission $12 for adults (13+), $10 for seniors (62+), and $8 for youth (4-12). Naperville residents with proof of residency, children under 4, and members receive complimentary admission. For more information about a specific event or program and to purchase museum admission tickets, visit NaperSettlement.org. Origins of Naperville Walking Tour Thursday, May 2 & 30 • 5:30-6:30PM $15/person, free for children under ..read more

Friday Brats at Kreger’s / 10AM to 3PM Fridays and Saturdays at Kreger’s Brat and Sausage Haus – 606 N. Ellsworth Naperville, IL 60563 / Stop by for lunch, conversation and camaraderie. Let Bill know that you know his wurst is the best, especially for weekend grilling this spring, Mother’s Day and plans for upcoming graduation get-togethers. Happy Arbor Day in Illinois! / Appreciate the beauty of the changing landscape with all the spring blossoms and budding foliage. Plan to plant a tree! Saturday Turning Pointe Autism Foundation Open House & Resource Fair with Sloomoo Institute.  ..read more