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Craig Smyser CRS, e-PRO, GRI Broker Associate 630-778-7500 (direct) 800-440-4714 (toll free) 630-729-3109 (fax)
© 1999-2008 Craig Smyser
RE/MAX of Naperville 1200 Iroquois Ave Naperville, IL 60563 630-420-1220
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There is always plenty to do in the area. Here is a list of some of what is going on in Naperville, Aurora, and Chicago. Feel free to contact me with any events you think should be added to the list. For a list of permanent Chicago destinations, click here.
Ongoing
Cruise Nights Wednesdays 5:00pm to 9:00pm Cress Creek Shopping Center Cruise nights at Cress Creek Shopping Center are becoming a summer tradition in
Naperville thanks to Braconi’s Restaurant and Pizzeria and Double K Productions. Held on each Wednesday throughout
the summer, the popular event draws car aficionados from throughout the western
suburbs. Clubs and individuals are welcome. 630-717-9530 ~ www.Braconis.com Chicago Riverwalk Downtown Chicago The newest place for fun in Chicago is open
for the summer. There are many businesses along the Riverwalk offering great
amenities from concessions, fine dining, and water taxis.
This year, five new cafés will join the three returning cafés, along with boat
tours, water taxis, bike rentals, and weekend sales of crafts and souvenirs made
by local women entrepreneurs. 312-744-2400 ~ www.CityOfChicago.org/riverwalk
Farmer's Markets Naperville - Through October from 7:00am
to Noon Fifth Avenue Station Local farmers sell fresh fruits, vegetables,
flowers, baked goods and other produce in an open-air market on Saturdays.
630-369-5638 ~ www.VisitNaperville.com Aurora
- Through September 27 from 7:00am to Noon Aurora Transportation Center Celebrating its 95th year. Shop Saturdays. Get
August
August 5 from 6:00pm to
8:00pm Bednarcik Junior
High This is an Eagle Scout Project for the benefit
of The Wheatland’s, Homestead, Wolf’s Crossing Schools, and their
surrounding communities. The
‘National Night Out’ rallies were introduced by the Association of Town
Watch, which is a nonprofit, crime prevention organization. National Night Out
is designed to heighten crime and drug prevention awareness, generate support
for and participation in local crime efforts, strengthen neighborhood spirit and
police community partnerships, and send a message to criminals letting them know
that neighborhoods are organized and fighting back. 630-551-4792 ~ BillyDoody@ameritech.net Rollin' on the River with
95.9 August 8 from 7:00pm to
9:00pm Rotary Hill (off Aurora Avenue) Join the Naperville Park District and 95.9 The
River for Rollin' on the River; a free music series. 630-848-5000 ~ www.NapervilleParks.org Guys and Dolls Through August 10 (dates and
times vary) Theater Central in Naperville Central High Summer Place Theatre will perform "Guys
and Dolls" an oddball romantic comedy set in mythical New York City where a
gambler is challenged to take a cold female missionary to Havana, they fall for
each other, and the bet has a hidden motive to finance a crap game. 630-355-7969 ~ www.SummerPlaceTheatre.com The Wheatland Township
Meeting August 13 at 7:00pm Wolf’s Crossing Elementary School The Wheatland Township Property Assessor will
be holding an informational meeting to discuss the Illinois State Property Tax
process to include how property is assessed.
630-375-9375 ~ AldermanKeith@aol.com
50th Annual Chicago Air and
Water Show August 15, 16, and 17 at
9:00am North Avenue Beach Downtown Chicago 2008 marks the 50th Annual Chicago Air and
Water Show. From simple beginnings as part of a "Family Day
Celebration" in 1959, the show has grown to be the oldest and largest free
admission air and water exhibition in the United States. It is one of the
largest spectator events in the world. 312-744-3315 ~ www.CityOfChicago.org Twilight Concert at Morton
Arboretum August 16 at 6:00pm
Pop star Chris Isaak who skyrocketed to
stardom with his hit "Wicked Game," takes the Arboretum stage. He's
been characterized as a blue-velvet throwback to the age of Elvis Presley and
Roy Orbison. Isaak has been nominated for two Grammys, and his music has been
heard in movies such as Silence Of The Lambs and Married To The Mob. The Wizard of Oz August 19, 20, 23, 24, 25,
26, 30, and 31 (times vary) The Comedy Shrine, Downtown Naperville Dorothy Gale is swept away to a magical land
in a tornado and embarks on a quest to see the Wizard who can help her return
home. This classic tale is filled with challenges and
characters who become friends. 630-355-9212 ~ www.KidzKabaret.com Naperville Summer Movie Night
August 23 at 5:00pm Foreigner August 24 at 8:00pm Paramount Arts Theater Celebrating their 30th anniversary, Foreigner
is back -- more powerful and more explosive than ever with classic rock tunes.
With a lineup that includes original members Mick Jones and Jason Bonham, son of
the late Led Zeppelin drummer John Bonham, Foreigner continues to captivate
generation after generation of fans with their blustery blues and impeccably
crafted pop. This is a show that is sure to rock the house. 630-896-6666 ~ www.ParamountArts.com Last Fling 2008 August 29 through September
1 (times vary) Downtown Naperville Sponsored by the Naperville Jaycees, THE LAST
FLING 2008 is just that - the final chance for everyone to let loose, have fun,
and end the summer with a bang! Events include a carnival, entertainment stages,
beer gardens, food vendors, Labor Day parade, and more. Free shuttle is
available. 630-961-4143 ~ www.LastFling.org
September
Naperville Wine Festival September 12 and 13 (times
vary) Naper Settlement Sample and learn about over 250 varieties of
wine from around the world in a relaxed festival setting. Wine seminars and
cooking demonstrations are conducted by event sponsors, exhibiting wineries,
area chefs and restaurateurs. Enjoy food from some of the area's finest
restaurants and caterers. Local musical talent will perform live - Jazz, Blues
and Lite Rock. Riverwalk Fine Art Fair September 20 through 21 Naperville Riverwalk The Naperville Art League is the proud
sponsor. The Riverwalk Fine Art Fair is an outdoor juried art exhibition and
sale which began in 1985. Over 500 artists are expected to compete to be one of
the 145 invited artists. 630-355-2530 ~ www.NapervilleArtLeague.com Craft Fair September 20 and 21 (times
vary) Country Faire Shows will host the Wheatland
Market Place Craft Show at Route 59 and 95th Street by Dominick's. 630-355-1708 ~ www.VisitNaperville.com Harvest Pow Wow September 27 and 28 from
11:00am to 10:00pm Naper Settlement Native American cultural traditions are
explored in the 14th Annual Harvest Pow Wow. Native American dancing, cultural
demonstrations, children's games and crafts, special presentations, and more.
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