2023

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Block Party: A Heritage Square Refresh

The Heritage Square shopping center on the busy northeast corner of Route 59 and Aurora…
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A woman exercising at AIR Aerial Fitness

Hang Out Here

By Judy Sutton Taylor Air Aerial Fitness takes workouts to new heights Flexibility—in…
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The Pitmaster Feast at Smokeshow BBQ

Texas Territory

By Phil Vettel Smokeshow BBQ bring more western flavor to downtown Naperville Scott Harris,…
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Inside Lazy Dog Restaurant

Mountain Meals

By Peter Gianopulos Lazy Dog Restaurant masters the comfy rustic concept How does one…
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Donuts from Duck Donuts

Duck, Duck, Donut

By Peter Gianopulos Shuffle into your typical doughnut shop, and chances are, you’re…
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Grilled Fish Tacos with Mango Salsa and Vinaigrette

Grilled Fish Tacos with Mango Salsa…

By Kelli Ra Anderson Sweet, spicy, and savory, these grilled fish tacos with mango salsa…
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Hit the waves and trails of Minoqua, Wisconsin. Snap some memorable pix of the Toronto sign in Nathan Phillips Square or gaze at the CN Tower. Traverse a historic covered bridge in Brown County, Indiana. See the wonders at the National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium in Dubuque.

Travel Directions

By Mark Loehrke, Judy Sutton Taylor, and Jen Banowetz North, South, East, West: four…
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Kelly Swanson

Kelly Swanson

Once upon a time a picked-on kid became a storyteller Part comedian, part corporate motivational…
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‘Just the Nicest Couple’ by Mary Kubica

Flipping the Script

Plainfield resident and bestselling author Mary Kubica’s latest thriller, Just the…
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The College of DuPage Foundation hosted its “For the Love of Warhol: A Night at Studio 54” gala February 18 at Esplanade Lakes in Downers Grove. The benefit drew more than 330 attendees and raised nearly $200,000 to support future exhibitions, including this summer’s Warhol exhibit at the McAninch Arts Center and the Cleve Carney Museum of Art, running June 3 through September 10.

Sights of the Season

People, places, and scenes around the area   Photos courtesy of Naperville Area…
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Emily Oprins and Tom Cruger at their wedding

Love Connection

A Naperville couple chose Danada House for their wedding day Emily Oprins, 32, and Tom…
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Ten Friends Blow Dry & Style House

Good Hair Day

Score a sleek style at these local blow-dry bars Ten Friends Blow Dry & Style House…
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