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SUMMER CONCERT SERIES KICKS OFF IN NAPERVILLE Naper Settlement’s annual Naper Nights Community Concert Series kicks off its 2022 season with local and national tribute acts performing the hits of Prince, Bob Marley & The Wailers, and more on June 17-18 from 5-10 p.m. Naper Nights celebrates historic milestones in rock music and pop culture with themed tribute concerts on two nights each month in June, July, and August. A variety of food, wine, beer, and a new seltzer selection will be available at each concert. June 17’s line-up includes performances by Chicago Soul Revue, a soul music tribute at 6-7:30 p.m. and Gabriel Sanchez Presents: The Prince Experience, a tribute to Prince at 8-10 p.m. On June 18, Soul 2 the Bone will play a mix of Motown and R&B songs at 6-7:30 p.m. At 8 p.m. that night, One Drop Redemption, featuring Wailer and two-time Grammy nominee Josh David Barrett, will perform a tribute to Bob Marley & The Wailers. Both concerts will open each night with local students from the School of Rock playing their favorites on the Naper Nights stage from 5-5:40 p.m. Local food vendors include Seoul Taco, Ben & Jerry’s, Everdine’s Grilled Cheese, Little Pops Pizzeria, Guzman y Gomez, and John’s Rib House. Beer selections from Alter Brewing Company as well as wine selections from Rodney Strong Vineyards and Knotty Vines will be available. A brand-new organic tequila seltzer, Freshie, will be available at the concerts. A children’s area with activities provided by Pinot’s Palette, WickedBall Chicago, PRO Martial Arts, and Naper Settlement will also be on site. Tickets are $20 adult and $15 youth (ages 4-12). Members and children under 4 receive complimentary admission. Visit NaperNights.org for more information and to purchase tickets. ARTS + ENTERTAINMENT NAPERVILLE DUPAGE

NAPER NIGHTS | Naper Settlement's Annual Naper Nights Community Concert Series Starts June 17-18

Summer Concert Series Kicks Off In Naperville on June 17

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NAPER NIGHTS KICKS OFF JUNE 17-18 DOWNTOW NAPERVILLE AT NAPER SETTLEMENT NAPERVILLE —Naper Settlement will welcome nationally recognized tribute bands to its 2022 Naper Nights Community Concert Series, featuring tributes to some of the greatest musicians and bands of all time. Visitors are invited to rock out to six nights of music and enjoy local cuisine, beer, and wine on Friday and Saturday nights on June 17-18, July 15-16, and August 19-20 from 5-10 p.m. Tickets are now on sale, with admission $20 adults and $15 youth 4-12. No outside food or beverages are permitted. For more information about Naper Nights and to purchase tickets, visit NaperNights.org. “Naper Nights’ curated band and food line-up combined with the intimate park ambiance of Naper Settlement offers an elevated event experience you can’t get at other festivals in the area,” said Adison Glick, special events team leader at Naper Settlement. “Special appearances from the top tribute acts in the country, alongside upscale food and beverage offerings make each Naper Nights a memorable evening. From classic and alternative rock to reggae and Motown, everyone is sure to find a Naper Nights concert they will enjoy. Gather your loved ones and join us for six nights of outdoor music, dancing, local cuisine, and cold beverages!” NAPER NIGHTS 2022 LINE-UP JUNE 17 6 p.m. Soul Music Tribute (Chicago Soul Revue); 8 p.m. Prince Tribute (Gabriel Sanchez Presents: The Prince Experience) JUNE 18 6 p.m. Motown & R&B Party (Soul 2 the Bone); 8 p.m. Bob Marley & The Wailers Tribute (One Drop Redemption) JULY 15 6 p.m. Blink-182 Tribute (Blink-180TRUE); 8 p.m. Red Hot Chili Peppers Tribute (Red NOT Chili Peppers) JULY 16 6 p.m. Nirvana Tribute (Smells Like Nirvana); 8 p.m. Pearl Jam Tribute (The Ten Band) AUGUST 19 6 p.m. Louisiana Party Music (Hurricane Gumbo); 8 p.m. Bruce Springsteen Tribute (Bruce in the USA) AUGUST 20 6 p.m. Steely Dan Tribute (Brooklyn Charmers); 8 p.m. Eric Clapton Tribute (Journeyman) About Naper Settlement Naper Settlement is a nationally accredited, award-winning outdoor living history museum set on 13 magnificent acres in the heart of Naperville. Located 30 miles from Chicago, the museum is home to thirty-one historical structures dating back as early as the 1830s. Featuring exhibits, special events, educational programming and more, Naper Settlement is where history comes alive and the community comes to connect. For more information, visit www.napersettlement.org or call (630) 420-6010. ARTS + ENTERTAINMENT NAPERVILLE DUPAGE

NAPER NIGHTS | Naper Settlement’s Popular Outdoor Concert Series Set for Summer 2022 In Naperville

Naper Nights Kicks Off Mid-June Downtown Naperville at Naper Settlement

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NAPER NIGHTS RETURNS TO NAPER SETTLEMENT ON JULY 16-17, AUGUST 13-14 and SEPTEMBER 17-18 Get ready for a summertime tradition that features cold drinks, great food, and fabulous music! Naper Nights explores major historical milestones and their effect on pop culture with themed musical tribute concerts. Rock out with your community as you eat, drink, dance, and hear the area's best tribute bands perform your favorite rock, pop, country, and soul hits! This year’s line-up includes tributes to the Beach Boys, Rolling Stones, Dave Matthews Band, and more! For tickets, please visit NaperNights.org. ARTS + ENTERTAINMENT NAPERVILLE DUPAGE

NAPER NIGHTS | A Fun Summertime Tradition Is Back

Naper Nights Concert Series Returns to Naper Settlement In July, August & September

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NAPER SETTLEMENT ANNOUNCES NAPER NIGHTS COMMUNITY CONCERT SERIES Naper Settlement announces its line-up for the 2021 Naper Nights Community Concert Series, featuring tributes to some of the greatest musicians in rock, soul, and pop music from the 1960s to today. Visitors are invited to rock out to six nights of music and enjoy delicious food, beer, and wine on Friday and Saturday nights on July 16-17, August 13-14, and September 17-18 from 5-10 p.m. Tickets are now on sale, with admission $15 adults and $10 youth 4-12. Naper Settlement members and children under 4 are free. No outside food or beverages are permitted. For more information about Naper Nights and to purchase tickets, visit NaperNights.org . “It has always been a pleasure to welcome our community to the grounds for Naper Nights concerts, but this year is especially meaningful,” said Rena Tamayo-Calabrese, president and CEO at Naper Settlement. “We can't wait to see the smiling faces, the children running around, the lawn chairs spread out like a carpet at the foot of the Mansion, and people singing along to their favorite songs. Naper Nights is not only a celebration of some of the most influential musicians and bands in history from the past and present but also a way to gather our neighbors and create strong, resilient communities. We can't wait to have you join us!” Naper Nights 2021 line-up: · July 16 : 6 p.m. Tina Turner Tribute (Simply the Best); 8 p.m. James Brown Tribute (James Brown Dance Party) · July 17: 6 p.m. Yacht Rock from the 60s, 70s, and 80s (The Ron Burgundy’s); 8 p.m. Talking Heads Tribute (Big Suit) · August 13 : 6 p.m. John Mayer Tribute (Gravity); 8 p.m. Dave Matthews Band Tribute (Trippin Billies) · August 14 : 6 p.m. John Mellencamp Tribute (Mellencougar); 8 p.m. Beach Boys Tribute (Sounds of Summer) · September 17 : 6 p.m. The Doors Tribute (Of Perception); 8 p.m. Rolling Stones Tribute (Rocks Off) · September 18 : 6 p.m. Grateful Dead Tribute (Paradise Waits); 8 p.m. Phish Tribute (Runaway Gin) About Naper Settlement Naper Settlement is a nationally accredited, award-winning outdoor living history museum set on 13 magnificent acres in the heart of Naperville. Located 30 miles from Chicago, the museum is home to thirty historical structures dating back as early as the 1830s. Featuring exhibits, special events, educational programming and more, Naper Settlement is where history comes alive and the community comes to connect. For more information, visit www.napersettlement.org or call (630) 420-6010. ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT NAPERVILLE DUPAGE

NAPER NIGHTS | Concert Series Schedule Announced & It's Pretty Amazing!

NAPER NIGHTS | Concert Series Schedule Announced & It's Pretty Amazing!

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ADDING TENTATIVE SEPTEMBER CONCERT WEEKEND As a result of the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic and related state guidelines, Naper Settlement announces the cancellation of its Naper Nights Concert Series originally scheduled for June 19-20, July 17-18, and August 14-15. The outdoor history museum has tentatively rescheduled Rocks Off (Rollings Stones tribute) and Of Perception (Doors tribute) on September 11 from 6-10 p.m. and Mellencougar (John Cougar Mellencamp tribute) and Cadillac Groove (fresh blues, soul, and rock tribute) on September 12 from 6-10 p.m. with the condition of being in Phase 5 of Governor Pritzker’s five-phase plan by early September. The September concert will have strict safety protocols, including limited capacity, required face masks, and required social distancing protocols. More information on the September concert weekend will be released at a later date. “Naper Nights has been bringing the community together for more than a decade. We look forward to safely joining our neighbors for two nights of great music, delicious food, and family fun. We are committed to honoring Caroline Martin Mitchell’s intentions in her perpetual charitable trust to use this property to gather her community. While we are saddened by the cancellation of our June, July, and August concerts, we are hopeful that we will be in Phase 5 of Governor Pritzker's plan by early September and we can’t wait to welcome you for a fun-filled weekend,” said Rena Tamayo-Calabrese, Naper Settlement’s president and CEO. About Naper Settlement Naper Settlement is a nationally accredited, award-winning outdoor museum set on 13 magnificent acres in the heart of Naperville. Located 30 miles from Chicago, the museum is home to thirty-one historical structures dating back as early as the 1830s. Featuring exhibits, special events, educational programming and more, Naper Settlement is where history comes alive and the community comes to connect. For more information, visit www.napersettlement.org or call (630) 420-6010.  About Naperville Heritage Society Founded in 1969, the Naperville Heritage Society is a not-for-profit organization and administrator of Naper Settlement, the City of Naperville’s museum. With a commitment to the community and a focus to the future, the mission of the Naperville Heritage Society is to collect, document, preserve, and support the history of Naperville, Illinois past and present.

NAPER NIGHTS | Naper Settlement Cancels Popular Summer Nights Concert Series for June, July, August

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