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Best Aurora Hole-in-the-Wall Restaurants in IL
We’ll highlight three of the best Aurora Hole-in-the-Wall restaurants, each offering unique and authentic dining experiences that capture the essence of this vibrant city’s food culture. Aurora is a city rich with culinary treasures, particularly its hidden gems that locals and visitors alike cherish. These featured establishments are...
'Jack in the Box' returning to Chicago area after nearly 5 decades
CHICAGO - After nearly five decades, the West Coast fast-food chain Jack in the Box is making a comeback in the Chicago area. The restaurant, known for its burgers and mini tacos, will open eight new locations next year, primarily in the suburbs. The new locations will include Naperville, Lake...
Swamp monster finds a new home just beyond the Naperville border
Driving along Naperville Road in Plainfield, you may have seen this green swamp monster, but its owner Brendan Heffernan said The post Swamp monster finds a new home just beyond the Naperville border appeared first on NCTV17.
Have You Been To The Award-Winning Small Town Illinois Winery
Who doesn't love Illinois? Illinois is the place for you. Usually you most likely think of major cities when it comes to famous drinks. That's not the only place where you can find the best though... Northern Illinois is known as an agricultural town with rolling fields of corn and has award-winning wine towns.
Parking expansion for Cosley Zoo approved
Wheaton’s Cosley Zoo will be able to expand its parking. In a 5-1 vote Monday, July 1, the Wheaton City Council approved amending the zoo’s special use permit to create 93 spaces on the east side of Gary Avenue. The Wheaton Park District, owners of the zoo, has...
Jackie DeShannon launched her rarefied music career in Batavia
Since 2005 Plastic Crimewave (aka Steve Krakow) has used the Secret History of Chicago Music to shine a light on worthy artists with Chicago ties who’ve been forgotten, underrated, or never noticed in the first place. Chicago, like any city, likes to claim beloved artists as its own, even...
One Bite Pizza Reviews Stop in Warrenville to Check Out Al’s
Dave Portnoy from Bar Stool Sports and One Bite Pizza Reviews continues his tour of the suburbs with a stop at Al’s Pizza in Warrenville!. A few weeks ago, El Presidente stopped at Little Pops in Naperville and the Slice Spot in West Chicago, but his most recent stop was to Al’s Pizza in Warrenville, a more traditional tavern style pie than the New York style pizzas from his last two suburban stops.
Naperville Park District Celebrates National Park and Recreation Month
This July, National Park and Recreation Month, an initiative of the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), recognizes the important role park districts have in their communities. The Naperville Park District’s mission “to provide recreation and park experiences that promote healthy lives, healthy minds and a healthy community” influences the services the agency provides. The Park District invites the community to celebrate parks and recreation this month and year-round.
Our Favorite Naperville Ice Cream Shops 2024
Is there anything better than treating the kids to an ice cream cone on a hot summer day in Naperville? We can't think of one. Luckily, Naperville has many great ice cream shops where we can indulge in yummy goodness. Here is a list of our favorite places for ice cream in Naperville.
Naperville Art Fair pulls in public participation
For the Naperville community, the 64th annual Fine Arts & Artisan Fair is more than just an opportunity to appreciate The post Naperville Art Fair pulls in public participation appeared first on NCTV17.
Architectural Focus: New book on Edith Farnsworth House in Plano highlights Illinois’s modern treasure
Riverside resident Michelangelo Sabatino has a deep interest in Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, the famed architect who shaped Chicago’s skyline. His new book, The Edith Farnsworth House: Architecture, Preservation, Culture, examines the work of the German-born architect through the lens of the modern home he designed in Plano, Illinois (1945-1951) for Edith Farnsworth, a physician. The book also shines a light on the collective effort that led to the purchase of the Farnsworth House and its opening to the public.
ANASTASIA THE MUSICAL Takes To The Stage at the Yellow Box Theatre
Natural Talent Productions of Naperville, Illinois has announced its cast and creative team for their July 2024 production of the blockbuster hit show Anastasia the musical! Tickets are on sale now at www.NaturalTalentProductions.com for Fri-Sun performances. This beautiful musical follows the familiar, heartwarming story adored by audiences of all ages,...
Creative ways of doing business at Colbert Custom Framing
Colbert Custom Framing & Art Printing utilizes a variety of methods and technologies to provide custom art and framing products their clients love. Design consultation – Colbert Custom Framing & Art Printing is a 5,000 square foot facility, where clients meet individually with a personal designer at their own design counter.
New prairie nature garden is set to grow
In early June, Naperville Park District Specialist Kathy Coyle was assisted by Girl Scout Troop 55851 from Kendall Elementary to help plant the island area of the Prairie Nature Garden, located just west of Centennial Beach. Two park benches and a trash receptacle also have been installed in the garden.
Grilling Safety Tips for Summer Season
(Original press release provided by the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal on June 28, 2024) The Office of the State Fire Marshal advises everyone to take these steps to help ensure a safe summer filled with everyone’s favorite grilled foods:. Propane and charcoal grills should only be...
WeGo Community Theatre Presents…Tarzan
Meet the cast of Tarzan! The talented ensemble of WeGo Community Theatre includes Miriam Carroll and the lovable Terk is played by Hannah Thompson. Tarzan performs July 18-20 at the Wheaton Academy Fine Arts Center. Tickets are available at tickets.WeGoCT.org!. ¡Conoce al elenco de Tarzán! El talentoso conjunto de WeGo...
Millennium Carillon Recital Series Halfway Through 2024 Summer Schedule
Who: Naperville’s Millennium Carillon in Moser Tower hosts carillonneurs from Europe, Chicago, and across the country to perform free recitals for Naperville residents and visitors. What: A carillon is a pitched percussion instrument consisting of bells, often in bell towers, played with a keyboard. Performers will play a combination...
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