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Dining out: Six seltzer medals for Penrose Brewing, National Oyster Day and moreJul 29, 2025 4:49 pm - Penrose Brewing in Geneva recently won six medals at the 2025 U.S. Open Hard Seltzer Championship. Plus, a new McAlister’s Deli is opening in Naperville Aug. 11, and Old Town Pour House is serving up new seasonal menu items.
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97th annual Lantz-Stoner family reunion set for Aug. 10Jul 29, 2025 4:34 pm - The 97th annual reunion of the related Lantz, Eichelberger, Patterson, and Stoner families will take place on Aug. 10 at Hudson Crossing Park in Oswego.
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Naperville’s Healing Field of Honor to commemorate Vietnam War veteransJul 29, 2025 4:29 pm - Purchase an American flag to honor our military and support Operation Support Our Troops during Naperville's Healing Field event on Nov. 7-12. It also will be marking the end of the Vietnam War with replica of the Vietnam Wall of Remembrance.
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Three-peat: Crystal Lake restaurant among 18 suburban eateries honored with Wine Spectator Restaurant AwardsJul 29, 2025 2:17 pm - 1776 Restaurant in Crystal Lake was among four suburban restaurants honored with the Best of Award of Excellence in the recent Wine Spectator Restaurant Awards. Overall, 18 suburban restaurants received recognition.
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Stan’s Donuts & Coffee to open new location in NapervilleJul 29, 2025 10:57 am - A grand opening celebration for Stan’s Donuts and Coffee’s new location in Naperville’s Block 59 is set for Aug. 9. The first 100 guests in line will receive a limited-edition Stan’s T-shirt and a chance to win the “Golden Donut,” earning free doughnuts for life, at the shop at 408 S. Route 59.
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Naperville Park District aims to bring popular south side amenities to Nike Sports ComplexJul 28, 2025 6:13 pm - The Naperville Park District is gathering more public feedback on plans to upgrade the Nike Sports Complex, an outdoor recreational hub along Mill Street near the Mayneland Farm stand.
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Amazon Fresh commits $100K to local food banks, 1 million meals nationwideJul 28, 2025 5:36 pm - Checks of $50,000 each were presented to Northern Illinois Food Bank and Greater Chicago Food Depository to support families struggling with food insecurity while children are out of school.
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Best Bets: Movies by moonlight at Cantigny, Destination Asia at Morton ArboretumJul 28, 2025 4:41 pm - Watching movies in the moonlight at Cantigny, listening to The New Philharmonic at McAninch Arts Center’s Lakeside Pavilion and celebrating Asian culture at the Morton Arboretum are some notable events happening this weekend in the suburbs.
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Sixth annual Water Street Long Table Dinner for charity returns Sept. 7Jul 28, 2025 4:40 pm - Chefs in Naperville are joining in a charity dinner event called the Long Table Dinner, featuring a six-course meal served outdoors on Water Street. Proceeds benefit the West Suburban Community Pantry.
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Register now for Naperville Sunrise Rotary 28th annual Rotary RideJul 28, 2025 12:38 pm - The Rotary Club of Naperville Sunrise is hosting its 28th annual Rotary Ride on Aug. 10, with proceeds supporting child nutrition, respite care, and Boy Scout programs.