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What's up Naperville! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • L.L. Bean brings Bootmobile, freebies and deals to Westridge Court
  • Planning a new deck? See what Naperville requires before you build.
  • Which Redhawks birdies clinched Naperville Central's Senior Night golf victory?

Also on today's calendar: Naperville Artisan Market at CityGate Centre (This Sat-Sun, Sep 19-20) and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What is the difference between black eyed peas and chick peas? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, with a high of 73 and low of 67 degrees.
  • Thursday: Humid with a shower or two, temps: high: 78, low: 65.
  • Friday: Partly sunny and humid, with a high of 78 and low of 65 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. L.L. Bean Announces Grand Opening Details For Naperville Store (patch.com) — Naperville shoppers will soon get a new L.L. Bean store at Westridge Court, with a grand opening celebration on Sept. 25 featuring the brand's Bootmobile, free tote bags for early customers, and special discounts. Leading up to the opening, the Bootmobile will appear at the Naper Settlement Farmers Market, and opening-day visitors can enjoy free mini donuts, raffles, and custom boot lace stations.
   

2. Deck Building Permits in Naperville: A Step-by-Step Guide and Timeline (michiganmamanews.com) — If you're planning a new deck at your Naperville home, this guide breaks down exactly when you need a permit, what drawings and documents the city requires, and how to use the Civic Access portal. It also explains current fees, inspection steps, and 2026 code changes so your project stays legal, safe, and on schedule.
   

3. Naperville Central boys golf shoots to senior night win over Neuqua (nctv17.org) — Naperville Central's boys golf team capped Senior Night with a tight five-stroke win over Neuqua Valley at Naperbrook, highlighted by multiple clutch birdies on the closing holes. Seniors like Graeme Cavanagh and Christian Hay led the way as several Redhawks broke 40, giving local fans a strong conference performance to celebrate.
   

4. Naperville Woman's Club News: 'Boos and Clues' – a Naperville Halloween Adventure (positivelynaperville.com) — Downtown Naperville adults can look forward to the Naperville Woman's Club "Boos and Clues" Halloween scavenger hunt fundraiser on Friday, Oct. 16, starting at the historic clubhouse on South Washington Street. Participants will follow clues to local restaurants and shops, then return for music, refreshments, prizes, and optional tarot readings, with proceeds supporting scholarships and charities like Hesed House.
   

5. Meet Arthur Emanuel 'Holly' Swanson (positivelynaperville.com) — Longtime entertainer Arthur "Holly" Swanson eventually settled in Naperville, living on South Julian, North Washington, and near 8th and Ellsworth before being laid to rest in Naperville Cemetery. This nostalgic profile traces his Chicago roots, musical and comedy career, and later work in DuPage County, offering a glimpse of a distinctive local character older residents may remember.
   

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Ok Naperville! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Black eyed peas can sing us a song but chick peas can only hummus one. (Thank you Bev H. for sending it in!)
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