Where is this summer going? It's hard to believe it's August already. We've rounded up a list of 7 things you can do in August with your kids in Naperville to make the most of the month!
1. Spend time with your neighbors
National Night Out, Aug. 2, is all about COMMUNITY! Get out there and meet your Naperville neighbors at one of Naperville's great National Night Out events. See a list of events here!
2. Sneak some zucchini onto your neighbor’s porch
Did you know there's actually a "holiday" for this? Yep, Sneak Some Zucchini Onto Your Neighbor’s Porch Day is Aug. 8. Celebrate by ... well you know what to do.
Don't miss our FREE printable August calendar to hang on your fridge to fill with family fun in Naperville.
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3. Read a book
There's never a bad time to pick up a book, but if you're looking for an excuse, National Book Lovers Day is Aug. 9. Better yet, take your kids to Anderson's Bookshop a locally owned bookstore to find a new read!
4. Go thrifting!
National Thrift Shop Day is Aug. 17. Stock up on school clothes and get something fun for yourself, all while supporting the locally owned.
| The Pennywise Resale Shoppe | Goodwill Store & Donation Center | Serendipity Resale Shop | Highlands Clothing Resale |
| 750 Aurora Ave, Naperville IL 60540 | 539 Fort Hill Dr, Naperville, IL 60540 | 461 Illinois Route 59, Aurora, IL 60504 | 525 S Brainard St, Naperville, IL 60540 |
| (630) 355-4451 | (630) 357-6258 | (630) 357-3610 | (630) 579-7621 |
| Wed-Sat: 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM | Sun-Mon 9:00 am -5:00 pm Tue-Sat 9:00 am - 7:00 pm | Mon-Sat 10:00 am -5:00 pm Closed Sunday | Mon-Sat 10:00 am -5:00 pm Closed Sunday |
5. Feast on a sandwich from Naperville Sandwich Shops
It's National Sandwich Month and, in our opinion, there's nowhere better to get a sandwich than Jason's Deli, Potbelly, McAlister's Deli, and Ellie's Deli to name a few. My kids really love Jason's Deli Ham and Cheese Sliders, while I can't get enough of their Reuben. Definitely, a reason to celebrate!
6. Ride a roller coaster
Kids never say no to a visit to Six Flags Great America! Surprise them with a trip to celebrate National Roller Coaster Day on Aug. 16.
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7. Go geocaching!
Kids love the thrill of the treasure hunt and you'll love that it's a chance to explore the outdoors in DuPage County with your kids on Aug. 20, National Geocaching Day. Geocaching is simple with a smartphone! Find out how to do it here. Check the Forest Preserve District of DuPage for places to go.
