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Handel’s sacred masterpiece gets festive twist with Camerata Chicago

Submitted by Camerata Chicago
Dec 10, 2025 12:35 pm - The Camerata Chicago Orchestra and Choir will perform Handel's "Messiah" in three concerts this weekend in Chicago, Naperville and Hinsdale. The concerts will feature guest conductor Delta David Gier and soloists Emily Richter, Lauren Decker, Daniel Espinal, and Laureano Quant.
Monarch Academy’s ‘The Nutcracker: City Lights’ offers modern twist on holiday classic

Submitted by Marissa Amoni
Dec 10, 2025 11:29 am - Monarch Academy of Dance will perform "The Nutcracker: City Lights", a jazz-infused rendition of the classic holiday tale, on Sunday, Dec. 21, at Batavia Fine Arts Centre.
St. Thomas the Apostle sets Christmas holiday Mass schedule

Submitted by Cheryl Marshall
Dec 10, 2025 10:36 am - St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church in Naperville is offering a series of Masses to celebrate Christmas, including a children's dramatized Gospel proclamation on Christmas Eve.
Naperville area celebrates Hanukkah with Giant Menorah Lighting and Car Parade

By Rabbi Mendy Goldstein, Chabad Jewish Center- Naperville
Dec 10, 2025 10:07 am - Members of the Jewish community and the greater Naperville area are invited to celebrate Hanukkah through a series of family-friendly public events hosted by Chabad of Na...
Burpees4Babes Workout + Gift Drive to benefit local pediatric units

Submitted by Burpees4Babes
Dec 10, 2025 12:05 am - Burpees4Babes is an annual workout and gift drive supporting pediatric units at local hospitals.The Dec. 13 event includes a workout, raffle prizes, swag bags, music, and holiday festivities.
Naperville Chorus and Pete Ellman Big Band present ‘Christmas with a Flourish’

Submitted by Naperville Chorus
Dec 09, 2025 10:29 pm - The Naperville Chorus will present "Christmas with a Flourish" featuring jazz and traditional holiday music along with Benjamin Britten's "A Ceremony of Carols."
Finding God in the classic film ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’

By the Rev. Greg Asimakoupoulos, Special to the Daily Herald
Dec 09, 2025 9:49 pm - The Rev. Greg Asimakoupoulos discusses the classic film "It's a Wonderful Life" and how it contains subtle references and metaphors related to Christian faith and values.
Inside Out Club launches ‘Cocoa & Kindness’ gift box fundraiser

By Katie Mills, Inside Out Club
Dec 09, 2025 6:54 pm - Inside Out Club's "Cocoa & Kindness" campaign offers gift boxes that support character-building programs for youth.Last year, 286 boxes were donated to veterans, teachers, and first responders, with a goal of 350 donated boxes this year.
Community colleges strengthen regional economies and civic life

By Dr. Muddassir Siddiqi, College of DuPage president
Dec 09, 2025 12:10 am - Community colleges serve as a democratizing force in U.S. higher education, providing accessible opportunities for diverse students, including adult learners, first-generation students, and those seeking upward mobility.
Senior Suburban Orchestra celebrates Johann Strauss II at holiday concert

By Linda Schub, Senior Suburban Orchestra
Dec 08, 2025 12:43 pm - The Senior Suburban Orchestra's "Family and Friends Holiday Concert" on December 13 celebrates the 200th anniversary of Johann Strauss II's birth with selections from his works.

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