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Hello Naperville! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Naperville plans solemn Sept. 11 remembrance at Shanower Memorial
  • Meet the Naperville native now starring in major TV and film roles
  • Why a federal battery patent fight now touches a Naperville-based company

Also on today's calendar: Montessori School Open House! and 17 more events.

Today's riddle: What is the difference between a jeweler and a jailer? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Sunny to partly cloudy, with a high of 83 and low of 60 degrees.
  • Friday: Mostly sunny, temps: high: 81, low: 61.
  • Saturday: Partly sunny, with a high of 82 and low of 64 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Naperville To Commemorate Sept. 11 With Remembrance Ceremony (patch.com) — Naperville residents are invited to gather at the Cmdr. Dan Shanower Memorial on Sept. 11 for an evening remembrance ceremony honoring lives lost in the 2001 attacks and subsequent war. Beginning at 5:45 p.m., the event will feature the Naperville Municipal Band, local police and firefighters, and remarks from city officials and community leaders.
   

• A Practical Guide to Finding Belmont Cameli's Person Information (crlmag.com) — Naperville native Belmont Cameli, known from Saved by the Bell and several recent films and series, is profiled through his Midwestern upbringing, college years, and bold shift into acting. The story highlights his kidney donation, evolving screen roles, and commitment to learning on every set, offering locals a deeper look at a hometown actor's rising career.
   

• Trade Commission Opens Patent Case Over Imported Cylindrical Batteries Used in Power Tools (natureworldnews.com) — A federal trade case over rechargeable cylindrical batteries now directly involves Chervon North America, based in Naperville, as one of several power-tool companies accused of patent infringement by LG Energy Solution. Nothing changes yet for local shoppers, but future rulings could affect availability of brands like EGO Power+, SKIL, and Flex if import restrictions are imposed.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Obituary: Hildegarde June Schildgen —Fred C. Dames Funeral Home Read on Patch
  • Obituary: Raul Gutierrez —Fred C. Dames Funeral Home Read on Patch
  • A Smarter Way to Outsource Print, Chicago Business Executive Wants to Re-Invent Print Procurement —Bill Read on Patch
  • Naperville Family's Fight to Cure Son's Ultra-Rare SPG4 Disease Earns Mayor's Backing, Sparks Global Movement —Vamsi Koduri Read on Patch
  • Obituary: Gretchen M. (Grote) Mayall —Fred C. Dames Funeral Home Read on Patch
  • There is a lovely woman experiencing homelessness sitting along McDowell Rd in Naperville who is in need of assistance.
    She shared that her wheelchair was stolen and mentioned she is also looking for clean 3XL clothing. Does anyone know of local organizations, medical… (Nextdoor Woodlake)
  • Hi, im looking for some recommendations on where to donate some beanie babies from the 90s to.
    Looking for other options than Goodwill. Thank you. (Nextdoor NW Downtown Naperville)
  • Alden Estates of Naperville posted a job opening for Activity Aide in Naperville. Apply here.
  • Mondelez International posted a job opening for Package Machine Attendant in Naperville. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Naperville here.

🗞 Nearby News

Lisle

  • Morton Arboretum Announces New Large-Scale 'Tree Dimensions' Exhibition (patch.com)

Bolingbrook

  • Fall Fair Planned At Bolingbrook Memory Care Community (patch.com)

Woodridge

  • 2024-25: Average administrator salary was 97.6% higher than teacher salary in Woodridge School District 68 (dupagepolicyjournal.com)
  • Hendrickson Celebrates 100 Years of Walking Beam Suspension Technology (oemoffhighway.com)

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: A jeweler sells watches and a jailer watches cells. (Thank you Jean D. for sending it in!)
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