Sections

Stacks of books on a table

Library Delivery

When James Nichols died in 1895, he bequeathed $10,000 to the City of Naperville, establishing…
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More than 33 girls selected prom dresses March 16 at the invitation-only pop-up boutique created by Dress Up 203. This new initiative was developed by seven moms to provide upcycled and new dresses for Naperville North and Naperville Central high school students who may not have the means to purchase formalwear. More than 450 dresses were donated by the community, and three volunteer seamstresses were on hand ensure the perfect fit.

Sights of the Season

People, places, and scenes around the area   Photos: Adri Boudeman (Dress Up 203);…
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Simulation modules

Cultivating Compassion

A refugee experience simulation promotes understanding Imagine being in fear for your…
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Esmeralda Valdovinos and Eisy Cervantes posing with their wedding party

Mariachi and More

A celebration in the heart of their hometown was just right for these longtime sweethearts…
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Sakura milk tea with cherry boba at Pisces Cafe

Bubble Up

Treat yourself to some tasty beverages at these local boba shops Pisces Cafe LISLE During…
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Director of training Mike Wojciechowski (left) and owner Matt LaCosse

Post Season

Former NNHS star comes home to swap the playbook from NFL player to fitness coach Most…
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From left, Moose & Me Baking Company employees Justin Elder, Sara Brinkman, Christine Pehlke, Michelle Anderson, Joannah Hanel, founder Megan Elder, Jake Lukens, and Ben Borden

Sweet Opportunities

Naperville bakery has a successful recipe for its employees with special needs Wonderfully…
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Left to right: Kelli Walker, Lisa Dawn, and Laura Leonardo Ownby star as three sisters in the world premiere of ‘Into the Earth With You’

Buried Secrets

Buffalo Theatre Ensemble stages a world premiere It’s 2017, and Kurt Naebig is in the…
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An adult cicada on a tree

Prepare for the Invasion

By Kelli Ra Anderson Cicada-geddon is upon us this spring Parts of Illinois will be the…
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“Because the homeowners are very social and have large families and a lot of friends, they truly needed the kitchen to grow,” designer Elizabeth Prignano says. “We completely reimagined the layout to eliminate the peninsula from the original kitchen and almost doubled it in size, incorporating a jumbo island where they could seat five stools.” The counter stools are by Nathan James, pendants are by Shades of Light, and sconces are by Three Posts.

Bright Ideas

A Naperville home gets an airy makeover on a tight timeline Last year, Elizabeth Prignano…
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A home bar

Raising the Bar

For homeowners who loves to mix their own cocktails or savor a bottle of wine, having…
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An aerial photo of 12225 179th Street in Mokena

Greener Acres

This high-end rural retreat promises farm livin’ and more While many homeowners looking…
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