Sights of the Season

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Actor Charlie Sheen had a meet-and-greet Sept. 15 at Anderson’s Bookshop in Downers Grove to promote his new book, ‘The Book of Sheen.’
Through Dec. 7, the First Division Museum at Cantigny Park is hosting ‘So Ready for Laughter: The Legacy of Bob Hope,’ an exhibition from The National WWII Museum.
Through Dec. 7, the First Division Museum at Cantigny Park is hosting ‘So Ready for Laughter: The Legacy of Bob Hope,’ an exhibition from The National WWII Museum.
Presidents Cup donated $250,000 to the DuPage County Health Department to support the new DuPage County Crisis Recovery Center in Wheaton. The 2026 Presidents Cup will be held at Medinah Country Club Sept. 22 to 27; the donation fits the organization’s mission to invest in local communities ahead of its events.
Hosted by the Naperville Art League, the 40th annual Riverwalk Fine Art Fair on Sept. 20–21 featured original works from 100 artists as well as live music, including concerts by BrightSide Theatre.
Hosted by the Naperville Art League, the 40th annual Riverwalk Fine Art Fair on Sept. 20–21 featured original works from 100 artists as well as live music, including concerts by BrightSide Theatre.
Cars of Hope marked its 15th anniversary with a celebration and ribbon cutting Oct. 2 at the Community Christian Church parking lot in Naperville. The nonprofit transforms donated cars into reliable transportation for underresourced individuals.
Chicago a cappella performed its Cantaré concert Oct. 10 at Wentz Concert Hall in Naperville. The concert celebrated Mexican music featuring works commissioned from Mexican composers through its ¡Cantaré! Chicago. The program’s composer-in-residence for 2024–25 Elisa Schmelkes (far left) took the stage with the ensemble for one of her songs.
Created by Naperville native Maddie Peterson, Glow is the new 13-foot-wide, 23-foot-tall mural on the north side of the Liam Brex building at 220 S. Main St. in downtown Naperville.
In October the Naperville Park District Board of Commissioners recognized NCTV17 Executive Director Liz Spencer (left, pictured with Park Board President Leslie Ruffing) for her longtime commitment to community storytelling. In December, Spencer will step down from the role she’s served for more than 20 years.
The storefront of Kilwins in downtown Naperville showcases its freshly dipped caramel apples.
On Sept. 26 Oswald’s Pharmacy’s in Naperville—owned by generations of the Anderson family (below)—celebrated its 150th anniversary, complete with state and city proclamations and lime rickeys. On display (right) were historic artifacts from the pharmacy, which were donated to Naper Settlement.
On Sept. 26 Oswald’s Pharmacy’s in Naperville—owned by generations of the Anderson family (below)—celebrated its 150th anniversary, complete with state and city proclamations and lime rickeys. On display (right) were historic artifacts from the pharmacy, which were donated to Naper Settlement.

People, places, and scenes around the area

 

Photos: Cars of Hope; Presidents Cup; Naperville Park District; Jen Banowetz (Art Fair, mural, apples, Oswald’s, Hope, Sheen, Chicago a cappella)

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