Bridge back in action: After more than two years and nearly nine months of delays, Naperville’s Washington Street bridge reopens this Friday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, live music and free ice cream coupons — learn what’s planned.
Naperville’s Summer Restaurant Buzz: Downtown welcomes Avocado Theory, Lotus Banh Mi and TemptInn; Block 59 rolls out Cheesecake Factory, Stan’s Donuts and First Watch; plus patios—including dog-friendly terraces—are prepped for sunny dining — check out the full lineup.
Be a Doggone Good Neighbor: Naperville Park District reminds dog owners that trails and parks require leashes, prompt waste pickup, and offers Mutt Mitt stations plus nearby off-leash areas — find out the rules.
67th Annual NAACP Gala: The DuPage County Branch hosts its 67th scholarship gala on Aug. 3 at Bobak’s Signature Events, featuring dinner, scholarship awards, music and illusionist Walter King Jr. — find out how to get your tickets before July 22.
Spring Brook restoration update: Over half of the new creek channel at Blackwell Forest Preserve has been built under a $7.5 million effort, and the final phase now turns to stream-bank stabilization, culvert upgrades and a bridge replacement before wrapping up in December 2028 — find out what’s next.
Grant funds new museum exhibits: The DuPage County Historical Museum has secured a $3,000 Arts DuPage grant from the DuPage Foundation to launch three Recollection and Reflection–themed exhibits this summer, including Woven Together: Coverlets and Community opening July 12 — find out more.
District adds accessible buses: Indian Prairie School District 204 has approved a $305,000 IDEA grant purchase of three 2025 Chevrolet Trans Tech school activity buses with wheelchair lifts at no district cost — find out how students will benefit.
College of DuPage’s new president: College of DuPage welcomes Muddassir Siddiqi as its eighth president, tapping a seasoned higher-education and corporate leader with expertise in AI and immersive learning to drive student success and innovation — learn what’s next.
Mexican folk dance extravaganza: Ballet Folklorico Quetzalcoatl and guest star Goyito Cruz celebrate their 42nd Anniversary Concert with dazzling costumes, live music and high-energy traditional dances at Aurora’s Paramount Theatre on July 10 — check out ticket info.
Naperville’s summer lineup unveiled: Birkenstock, First Watch, Gorjana and Rowan have opened this season, and more shops and restaurants—Lilly Pulitzer, a revolving sushi bar, Pronto Italian Sandwiches, Lennon’s, Le Macaron and ALO Yoga—are slated to debut later this year — find out what’s next.
Other Naperville headlines this week
- Naperville residents earned degrees and dean’s honors
- Knox Presbyterian hosts Garden Walk July 12
- Naperville church steeple rises 240 feet high
- Family fun fair hits Deer Crossing Saturday
- DuPage seeks visionaries to revive Oak Cottage
- Watch for hidden tree damage after storms
- Pet clinic offers minor care July 10
