Happy Friday, Naperville. You know the drill – grab your coffee (or whatever you sip in the morning), kick back, and let Naperville Brief serve up everything you need to know for the weekend ahead.

📰 In the news

Local happenings: Naperville council swaps planned sales hike for grocery tax, Central Park hosts two days of Irish music and dance, Bob Odenkirk leads action sequel — catch up here.

State-level stories: Governor approves hundreds of new laws, Chicago temps to dip into the 70s this weekend, and Entegris earmarks 1.4 billion dollars for chip research — see what else is brewing.

National headlines: Previously hacked data repository relaunches, ramen packs recalled over missing soy warning, and crypto markets tumble on inflation fears — peruse the best of the rest.

Highlights this week

• Explore Kroehler’s century of furniture marketing
• Stroll Naper Settlement’s Tuesday farmers market
• Socialize and practice English every Monday
• Discuss attendee-selected domestic policy issues
• This home warranty is 50% off until 8/24

A sophisticated night in Naperville

Looking for something new? At SixtyFour Wine Bar & Kitchen, you can choose from 64 wines by the glass, every day.

Just load up a SmartCard and pour the amount you want. A taste or a full glass. It’s up to you. Pair your wine with our chef-crafted small plates and charcuterie boards, all designed to complement your tasting experience.

They are located in the heart of downtown Naperville, and open until midnight on weekends. Come in, take your time, and enjoy the night.

Visit SixtyFour Wine Bar & Kitchen to see upcoming events, order for pickup, or make a reservation.

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Wellness: Naperville’s top yoga studios serve up flows so hot you’ll sweat out your stress, and some even include puppy pose with actual puppies.

Taxes: That extra zero Illinois added to your tax bill isn’t a joke and you’re not alone. These tax strategies break down income, property and sales levies so you only pay what you owe.

Kitchen: Skip the $800 monster that could probably blend your iPhone or the $30 lump that chokes on ice. Our 2025 blender guide cuts through the hype so you get a blender that actually works without leaving you $200 poorer.

Creamery: Whether you’re into double scoops, waffle cones, or sundaes buried under a landslide of toppings, La Michoacana Deluxe Ice Cream is where brain freeze meets pure bliss. No matter your age, sprinkles are still non-negotiable.

Home: Many homeowners have no idea they’re sitting on thousands in equity they can use to redo their bathroom, kitchen, or whatever their hearts desire. This free equity loan comparison tool can help you find the best fit and get started on the right foot.

📆 Around town this weekend

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Today

🎈 Hang & Play @ Crest Hill Branch | Friday (8/22) at 9:15am – No storytime? No problem. This morning meetup is all about open play, new friends, and plenty of giggles for kids (and coffee for parents, hopefully). All ages welcome—just bring a caregiver and a willingness to dive into the fun.

👨‍🎤 Mike & Joe @ Two Brothers Roundhouse | Friday (8/22) at 9:00pm – Take a break from reruns and shuffle over to Two Brothers Roundhouse for Mike & Joe under Illinois’s biggest gazebo. Expect solid tunes, cold beer, and food worth bragging about, all served with enough starlight to make you feel fancy.

This weekend

🩰 Barrechella @ Barre3 Naperville | Saturday (8/23) at 8:30am – Parking-lot barre class just got a festival facelift because Barrechella is back, promising high-energy workouts under open skies, dry humour optional but encouraged. Grab your mat, socks or gym shoes, and an appetite for local vendors, treats, and post-sweat swag, no wristbands required.

☀️ Summer Dreamin | Saturday (8/23) at 3:00pm – Think your car karaoke needs backup singers? Come hear 40 voices plus Instant Classic and other international quartet champs belting Beach Boys, Everly Brothers, and Bill Haley tunes at Grace United Methodist. It’s summer road trip nostalgia minus the traffic.

🌶️ 2nd Annual Midwest Hops and Hot Sauce Festival @ Wilder Park | Saturday (8/23) at 3:00pm – If your spice tolerance needs bragging rights, head to Wilder Park for 30 local breweries pouring 50+ beverages, and 20 fiery vendors serving spicy ice cream and sampler bites. First 200 score a custom tote and hot sauce, plus everyone gets a souvenir glass.

🎭 Come From Away @ Paramount Theatre | Sunday (8/24) at 1:00pm – This Tony-winning musical tells the incredible true story of 7,000 stranded passengers and the small Newfoundland town that welcomed them with open arms. Heartfelt, funny, and packed with unforgettable music, it’s a reminder of the best in humanity. Bring tissues—you’ll laugh, cry, and probably want to hug a stranger by the final curtain.

🎹 Ebony & Ivory Dueling Pianos @ Potter’s Place | Sunday (8/24) at 1:00pm – Nothing says ‘adulting done right’ like sing-alongs on Potter’s Place patio, with two pianists battling it out on ivory and ebony while taking your requests. Grab a cocktail, belt out Bohemian Rhapsody, and watch strangers turn into backup singers for pure local bragging rights.

🕵️‍♂️ Family Movie – Detective Pikachu @ Downers Grove Public Library | Sunday (8/24) at 2:00pm – Think you need high-tech gadgets to crack a case? This summer’s video game movie series is turning the lawn into your private detective headquarters, starring everyone’s favorite wide-eyed sleuth, Pikachu. Bring a blanket, a pillow, and some popcorn, plus rest easy knowing closed captioning’s provided.

Next week

🏓 EmpowHER Pickleball Women’s Only 2-Day Pickleball Camp @ Sure Shot Pickleball | Monday (8/25) at 9:00am – Back for the third time (and always sold out), KaSandra Gehrke’s camp is the ultimate skill-boost for women players 3.0 and up. Expect pro-level coaching, game-changing strategies, and a seriously fun community vibe—all with an 8:1 student-to-instructor ratio. Two full days of drills, tactics, and confidence-building on the court.

🦞 Cousins Maine Lobster | Tuesday (8/26) at 12:00pm – Ready to trade your usual turkey panini for a lobster claw meltdown? A Cousins Maine Lobster truck is set up downtown Naperville with fresh Atlantic claws, buttery rolls, and that satisfying snap. Just bring an appetite, your phone, and zero expectations beyond bliss.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

🎶 Live music & entertainment

• 8/22 Tricia Alexander @ Two Way Street – 6 pm
• 8/22 Blackend @ The Forge – 6:30 pm
• 8/22 John Kadlecik @ The Venue – 8 pm
• 8/22 Pop Night @ Hollywood Casino – 9 pm
• 8/23 Woodstock Festival @ The Forge Adventure Park – 3 pm
• 8/23 Summer Dreamin @ Naperville’s Grace United Methodist Church – 3 pm
• 8/23 Alt 101 @ Potter’s Place – 8 pm
• 8/24 Ebony & Ivory @ Potter’s Place – 1 pm

🏠️ Price is right – Naperville edition

How it works: We’re going to give you some facts about a home for sale, including a picture of the outside, the kitchen, and one additional room. Your job? Guess how much it’s listed for (preferably before you click to find out).

Listed by: Penny O'Brien (Baird & Warner)

Perched on a prime cul-de-sac lot in White Eagle, this 5,100-square-foot custom home pulls out all the stops. The backyard is a showpiece with sweeping golf course views, a brick patio, and a stone fireplace primed for s’mores or late-night stories. The Michael Phelps dual-zone swim spa means you never have to choose between laps and lounging, while the sunroom’s coffee station and wine bar keep mornings and evenings equally caffeinated or celebratory.

Inside, the kitchen brings serious chef energy with custom cabinetry, a Wolf appliance suite, and not one but two Bosch dishwashers. Five true bedrooms upstairs (all with walk-in closets) are a rarity, and the finished basement delivers a home theater, gym, and rec room. Four fireplaces, dual staircases, and fresh designer touches round out the fun, all just minutes from downtown Naperville and White Eagle’s resort-worthy amenities.

Make your guess, then (and only then)… see how much it costs →