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Celebrating the extraordinary service of individuals and organizations in our community, the Naperville Jaycees are pleased to host the 39th Annual Distinguished Service Awards.
This treasured celebration is when the Naperville Jaycees highlight and honor businesses, individuals and organizations that are making a positive impact in the Naperville community.
The 2017 Honorees are:
Your generous sponsorship of the Distinguished Service Awards will include tickets to the awards dinner and recognition in the event program.
Custom and in-kind sponsorship packages are also available. Please contact Miranda Barfuss for more information at [email protected] or 630-269-0963.
Download 2017 Sponsorship PackagesPlease contact Miranda Barfuss for more information at [email protected] or 630-269-0963.
If you have any questions, contact Miranda Barfuss.
RSVP TODAY FOR THE
2017 Membership Picnic Potluck
Naperville Jaycees and Roosters!
We are holding our annual June General Meeting and Picnic on June 13th at the VFW. This is our opportunity to relax and have a little fun before we begin our big push to Labor Day weekend.
Families are welcome and encouraged to attend! We will have fun stuff for the kids to eat & do.
We’ll bring the burgers, Kregers brats, hot dogs, a veggie option, the beer, and water.
Please SIGN UP to bring a side!
Please also RSVP to at [email protected] or 630-621-2227 so he can get a headcount to plan!
Show up as early as 6pm to eat, carouse and play. The General Membership Meeting will start at 7:30pm.
Weather permitting, we will be meeting outside. If it’s necessary we will move the party indoors to the VFW patio.
Rock out with some of Naperville’s finest as they compete to win the first ever Naperville Jaycees Lip Sync Battle!
$30 ticket includes live show, access to cash bar before event, raffle prizes and cocktail reception featuring beer, wine and some apps post event until 11:30pm.
Participants include:
This event is closed.
T.G.I.O (Thank God It’s Over)!
Main Event
Tuesday, September 12th
6pm-10pm
Doors will open at 5:45pm. Includes buffet dinner, complimentary pop, coffee and tea, bowling with shoes and 2 hours of arcade play. Cash bar will be available. Hope to see you at the celebration!
This October, the Naperville Jaycees are presenting Hack the Jack, the area’s first pumpkin carving contest. Hack the Jack, will give contestants the chance to compete for cash prizes based on the first, second and third place pumpkin winners.To participate, area residents may carve pumpkins and submit them for judging by other locals visiting Naper Settlement from Friday, Oct. 20-Oct. 22 during normal business hours, and during All Hallow’s Eve. Pumpkins selected as first, second and third win cash prizes as well as those who voted for those pumpkins if drawn during the raffle. Raffle Tickets may be purchased below.
Winners will be announced on Saturday, Oct. 28 at Naperville Plaza in front of Language Star.
If you would like to enter your pumpkin into the contest, there is a $15 entry fee. Pumpkins must be brought to the parking lot behind the Martin Mitchell Mansion at Naper Settlement on Thursday, Oct. 19, 4:30-9 p.m. Your pumpkin must be fully carved and decorated prior to submission.
Vote For Your Favorite Pumpkin Now!
UPDATE:
1st Place – $250*
2nd Place – $150*
3rd Place – $100*
*Only paid votes are eligible to win money. Check back daily as the pot increases!
Regular entrance fees for Naper Settlement apply. Sunday, Oct. 22, is free for all ages from 1-4 p.m.
1. Submit a pumpkin for judging and collect enough votes to be awarded first, second or third place prizes.
or
2. Have voted for the pumpkins awarded first, second or third place and have your name drawn from the raffle of that winner.
You must purchase tickets to win the cash prizes.
How is the cash pot divided?
Like most 50/50 raffles, the Jaycees will keep 50 percent of the proceeds and the other 50 percent goes into the primary prize pot. The first place pumpkin wins half of the primary pot; second place wins 30 percent and third wins 20. Since there will be two first, second and third place winners, the pot will be divided evenly between the artist and the raffle winner.
Example: 100 pumpkin submissions at $15 = $1,500
200 tickets sold at $5 = $1,000
Total prize pot = $1250
Allocation of prize money
The Jaycees reserve all rights to reject any pumpkin that is determined unacceptable with or without the artist knowledge. The Jaycees are not responsible for the potential loss or damage to any personal items attached to the pumpkins. All Pumpkins will be donated to the event and will NOT be retuned to the artist.
Where will this event be held?
Naper Settlement from Friday, Oct. 20-Oct. 22 during normal business hours, and during All Hallow’s Eve. Pumpkins will be displayed in the southwest corner of Naper Settlement, between the Harvard Playscape and the farm house.
Do you have to pay admission to go to Naper Settlement?
Regular entrance fees for Naper Settlement apply. Sunday, Oct. 22, is free for all ages from 1-4 p.m.
Visit NaperSettlement.org For More Info
How can you win cash prizes?
There are two ways to win Hack the Jack.
1. Submit a pumpkin for judging and collect enough votes to be awarded first, second or third place prizes.
or
2. Have voted for the pumpkins awarded first, second or third place and have your name drawn from the raffle of that winner.
How is the cash pot divided?
Like most 50/50 raffles, the Jaycees will keep 50 percent of the proceeds and the other 50 percent goes into the primary prize pot. The first place pumpkin wins half of the primary pot; second place wins 30 percent and third wins 20. Since there will be two first, second and third place winners, the pot will be divided evenly between the artist and the raffle winner.
How can I vote?
How much are tickets to vote?
Tickets are $5 for three, $10 for seven, $25 for 20, and $50 for 50. Remember, each ticket give you three chances to win!
How much can I win?
The more money that goes into the pot, the larger the prize pays out. The Jaycees will keep 50 percent of the proceeds and the other 50 percent goes into the primary prize pot. The first place pumpkin wins half of the primary pot; second place wins 30 percent and third wins 20.
When are pumpkins due?
Pumpkins must be brought to the parking lot (Aurora Ave near Eagle St.) behind the Martin Mitchell Mansion at Naper Settlement on Thursday, Oct. 19, 4:30-9 p.m. Your pumpkin must be fully carved and decorated prior to submission.
What if I miss the Thursday deadline?
Call (901) 461-2232 and speak to Bill Donofrio. The Jaycees cannot guarantee that we can accommodate last minute submissions. Staff at Naper Settlement SHOULD NOT BE CONTACTED. They are not responsible for the pumpkin submissions.
When will the winners be announced?
The winners will be announced on Saturday, October 28th at Naperville Plaza in front of Language Star.
Can local nonprofits earn income from this event?
Yes, if your nonprofit would like to help us promote this event, you can also earn revenue. After receiving a personal promo code for your nonprofit, you can begin to earn $3 for each pumpkin submitted in your name as well as 20% of the votes sold using your promo code. Give the promo code out to staff, family, friends, board members, etc… The more your code is used, the more your nonprofit can earn.
To participate and get your code, please submit your current 501(c) certificate from the state of Illinois.
Who are the Naperville Jaycees?
The Jaycees are Naperville’s Young Person’s organization dedicated to philanthropy and volunteerism. We’re committed to building Naperville’s future leaders. From Holiday Food Baskets to our annual Easter Egg Hunt, the Naperville Jaycees help the community by volunteering time, fundraising, helping others and recognizing outstanding effort of others within the community … and we have fun doing it.
VOTING NOW CLOSED. STAY TUNED TO HEAR WHO WON!
Doors Open at 6:30pm – Show Starts at 7:30pm
Following well-received and successful recordings of the first six episodes of All You Care To Eat: A Comedy Thingy Podcast – the latest venture from the sketch and improv comedy troupe, Comedy Thingy – the seventh episode, entitled, All You Care To Eat: The Holiday Special, will be recorded live in Naperville!
The audience will see two unique comedy shows in one night! First, they will be part of the live audience for the recording of The Holiday Special. Following a brief intermission, the cast will then present an improv comedy set to close out the evening.
Content for both will be uncensored and recommended for audiences 18 and older. Admission is $20 and tickets may be purchased through NapervilleJaycees.com. Proceeds will go to the Naperville Jaycees for their charitable contributions.
All You Care To Eat is a monthly-recurring, uncensored sketch comedy podcast series parodying NPR programs, such as Prairie Home Companion. Every episode is presented in the style of a radio play with live sound effects, music, and readings by performers with scripts-in-hand. The initial six episodes were all recorded in front of wonderful audiences at The Black Box Theatre in Moline, IL, and are available to download for free on iTunes, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, SoundCloud, TuneIn, or wherever your favorite podcasts are found.
Comedy Thingy will once again be joined by Chicago comedian/actor and host of the podcast, Patrick Brennan; announcer, Tom Maicke (99 Plus Pirate Radio); Jessica Nicol White (ComedySportz); Chicago musician, Kathryn Sander; keyboardist, Mike Brose; and some very special guests including Chicago-based performer, Rebecca Langguth.
Doors open at 6:30pm. Show begins at 7:30pm. There will be a cash bar in the lobby.
First Engagement Committee Social Event of 2018!!
Come out to The Beer Market Bolingbrook for General Knowledge Trivia Night with Baig of Tricks Entertainment. Have a drink with us and show off your random knowledge!
This would be a great event to bring your friends, significant others and potential future members. We have a reservation, and I will need a more exact number the week of, so please RSVP to Matt at [email protected] if interested. Hope to see you there!
Come help us get ready for this year’s Easter Egg Hunt. We will be getting the eggs ready to be dropped off at our Egg-Sponsors for assembly.
We will be meeting at Raising Cain’s on Monday, February 12th at 7PM.
Thank you , in advance, for your help… all yolks aside!
Line-up at 8:30am downtown Naperville for the parade. Parade starts at 10am.
Join us after the parade for a St. Patrick’s Day Post-Parade Party at The Can, Pepe’s Cantina starting at NOON.
Egg-
Mergency Meeting
Wed., March 28th at 7PM
Bottoms Up Grill
1807 S. Washington St. in Naperville
We will be stuffing 2,000 eggs in preparation for our Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 31st. Please come for eggs and stay for trivia night.
Celebrating the extraordinary service of individuals and organizations in our community, the Naperville Jaycees are pleased to host the 40th Annual Distinguished Service Awards.
This treasured celebration is when the Naperville Jaycees highlight and honor businesses, individuals and organizations that are making a positive impact in the Naperville community.
Doors open at 6 PM. Cash bar will open at 6:30 PM.
Your generous sponsorship of the Distinguished Service Awards will include tickets to the awards dinner and recognition in the event program. Custom and in-kind sponsorship packages are available. Please contact Miranda Barfuss for more information at [email protected] or 630-269-0963.
Please contact Miranda Barfuss for more information at [email protected] or 630-269-0963.
Come out and join us on Sunday, October 14th to compete in the race! This is a scavenger hunt around downtown Naperville where teams find clues, complete eating, mental and physical challenges, and compete to be the first to cross the finish line! This event is open to all participants, 18 yrs or older, and is made up of teams of 4. The cost is $25 per person (or $100 per team of 4) and it covers a t-shirt, race materials, and awards. Afterward, there will be a post-race party to announce the winners.
You can pay online or in person at the general membership meetings. We will not be accepting money on race day. Registration deadline is on October 7th 2018.
All are welcome to participate!
Purchase Tickets Now!How does the Amazing Halloween Race work?
Sponsorship is available starting at $250 and gets your logo on back of the t-shirt.
Any questions please contact Veronica DeKruiff at 630-460-1996 or [email protected].
Join us as we hand out candy at Safety Town’s Annual Trick or Treat event. Trick or Treat at Safety Town is billed as a free and safe event for younger children.
It is held within the fenced in area of Safety Town on Aurora Ave. and River Rd. Address is 1320 Aurora Ave, Naperville. Parking is available at the Police / Public Safety building and across the street (east side of River Rd.) at the church. Volunteers stand in front of the many buildings and hand out candy to the kids as they come by. It is really a lot of fun and the time flies. Volunteers are encouraged to come in costume but it is not a necessity. Come anytime 10 AM – 2 PM to help out.
Contact Dani Story ([email protected]) or Arriena Guziec ([email protected]) with questions.
Naperville Jaycees has an adopted section of the DuPage River and has committed to cleaning our section up several times a year.
Join us for the final clean up this year on Saturday, 11/03 at 10 AM. We will meet at the Mobil station at the corner of Bailey Rd. and Washington St. Our adopt-a-stream is the section of the DuPage River between Bailey and 87th St.
Contact Dani Story ([email protected]) or Arriena Guziec ([email protected]) with questions. Yes, your kids and teenagers can join us!
Casey’s Food Drive will be held on Sunday, November 18th from 9am-2pm. Bundle up and join us outside Casey’s to collect food and monetary donations for Loaves & Fishes. Shifts can be from 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM, and 11:30 AM- 2:00 PM, but we’ll take any portion of time you can give.
Contact Matt Chicola ([email protected] or 630-200-4489) with questions.