DuPage County Lifestyle
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Heun: Norris Cultural Arts Center still going strongJul 31, 2026 5:23 am - A couple of readers were concerned that the Norris Cultural Arts Center in St. Charles might be facing problems because it was making some of its gallery art available for sale. But Mark Smith, an NCAC board member and events producer, eased some of those fears.
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Community unity: Join National Night Out events in the suburbsJul 30, 2026 10:48 am - National Night Out is an annual event held on the first Tuesday in August, intended to bring communities together to enhance the public’s relationship with local police and emergency personnel while building neighborhood spirit. This year’s official date is Tuesday, Aug. 4, although some events take place in the surrounding week.
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Suburban residents compete on national ‘American Ninja Warrior’ TV stageJul 29, 2026 11:19 am - When season 18 of “American Ninja Warrior” premiered on June 8, six suburban Chicago people were among the 240 or so athletes from across the country vying to compete on one of television’s most difficult obstacle courses.
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Just keep watching: A few ideas to enhance summer birdingJul 29, 2026 9:38 am - July and August are typically a little slow for birding. Here are some ideas to keep your bird on until fall migration revs up around Labor Day.
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Smoke & Irons Music Fest to benefit Ignite the Courage charityJul 29, 2026 5:30 am - Bartlett firefighters’ Smoke & Irons Music Fest returns Friday and Saturday, Aug. 7-8, to Apple Orchard Park in Bartlett with a lineup of musical artists and a mission to help those in the community who need it most.
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Naperville’s Little Blessings Preschool celebrating 30th anniversary this fallJul 28, 2026 5:16 pm - Little Blessings Preschool in Naperville is celebrating its 30th anniversary this fall. Its deep roots in the community – and the long tenure of many of the school’s teachers – have been a major draw for families, said preschool director Shannon Webb.
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Wheaton’s Gary UMC begins new sermon series on Christian callingJul 28, 2026 4:58 pm - Gary United Methodist Church in Wheaton launches "Culture of Call," a 5-week sermon series exploring Christian purpose and belonging, beginning Aug. 2.
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Home & garden calendar July 28-Aug. 8Jul 28, 2026 9:00 am - Make plans for upcoming gardening club meetings and events in the Chicago suburbs, covering topics like insects at night, Blanding’s turtle projects and more. Also where to find nature walks, garden shows and workshops.
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Despite cool June and wildfire smoke in July, suburban pools have been busy this seasonJul 26, 2026 8:30 pm - Despite a cool June and smoke-related closures this month, customer counts at suburban swimming pools and water parks generally are above or near seasonal averages so far this summer.
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St. Charles church welcoming new rectorJul 24, 2026 6:50 pm - The Vestry of St. Charles Episcopal Church in St. Charles recently announced the calling of the Rev. Brian Petersen to be their new rector.