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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!
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!
DuPage PADS needs a team of at least 8 of us to join them. It’s a great time! To volunteer, email Miranda Barfuss, [email protected] or call 630-269-0963.
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.
Have your four-legged family members been naughty or nice this year? They better not pout. They better not cry. Because Santa Claus is coming to Two Bostons for pet pictures!
On Saturday, December 2nd stop by Two Bostons (2523 W 75th St, Naperville) between 12-3pm for an adorable keepsake that is sure to keep you smiling all year long. Donations collected at this event will benefit local hunger relief organizations through the Food Giving Committee.
If you have any questions or are interested in volunteering at this event, please contact Arriena Guziec at [email protected].
Date: Sunday, March 3rd, 2019
Time: Area Open at 8:30AM; Lifts open at 9AM
What: Ski, Snowboard & Sledding at Grand Geneva Resort
Lift tickets are HALF PRICE, only $25 each.
Ski and Snowboarding equipment rentals are 86% OFF! Only $5!!!
Group Lessons for any skill level, ages 7+ are over 70% off! SOLD OUT!
Other activities are available at the Resort and Mountaintop, suggested donation to join the fun $5.
Many area hotels are open and available for the weekend for those who want to extend their stay.
BUY TICKETS TODAY!
Naperville Jaycees will be participating in the 2019 Naperville St. Patrick’s Day Parade. We’d love to have as many people walking in it as possible!
Exact times and location TBA, but it’s typically in the Naperville North Parking lot, line up starting around 8:30am, and parade starting at 10am, ending near Water Street in Downtown Naperville.
The Parade starts at Naperville North High School on Mill Street, then proceeds south on Mill Street to Jefferson, then east on Jefferson to Main Street, then south on Main Street, ending at Water Street.
Watch the live broadcast Watch Party is set for 6:00 PM, May 6, 2019 at Aurelio’s Pizzeria located at 1975 Springbrook Drive in Naperville. A portion of the proceeds generated will benefit both NCTV17 and the Naperville Jaycees’ mission. To learn more about NCTV17 and how they celebrate the Naperville community, please visit nctv17.com.
Trivia Night
Presented by the Naperville Jaycees
Celebrity Host: Ian Holzhauer, famous local brother of Jeopardy champion, James Holzhauer
Join us:
Date: Saturday, August 17, 2019
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM Social Hour
7:00 PM Questions Begin
Place: Judd Kendall VFW
908 Jackson Ave.
Naperville, IL 60540
Cost: $20 per person
All proceeds benefit Naperville Jaycees and are donated back to the community.
Join us for an informal, fun competition where your team of 6-10 people (10 people max!) will battle other teams to see who has the greatest knowledge of all things trivial. Get a table of friends together and come join the fun. Your team will have its own table and answer the trivia questions together, so don’t be shy.
The event is BYOF (Bring Your Own Food)! Bring a fun team name and theme, as well as munchies or a full meal for your team to enjoy. The VFW will provide a cash bar. No outside alcohol is permitted.
Space is limited and advance registration is strongly advised.
The Amazing Halloween race will be on Saturday, October 5th @ 1:30 pm. This is a scavenger hunt like event where teams race to the finish line solving clues and completing mental, physical and eating challenges.
Teams will be in groups of 5. The cost is $30 per person or $150 for Team of 5 and it covers a t-shirt, race materials, and awards. Afterwards, there will be a post-race party to announce the winners.
All are welcome to participate!
How does the Amazing Halloween Race work?
Any questions please contact Helen Taylor at 815-218-5993 or [email protected].
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Join us for Pepe’s Cantina Annual Halloween Party!
Wear your best costume, buy raffle tickets for a Halloween Themed Basket, we will also be accepting donations to raise money for Food Giving.
Hope to see you there! Bring your friends!
Naperville Jaycees – “It’s All About the 80’s” Homecoming
October 9th, 2021 7-11:30pm at the VFW
Join us as we go “Back in Time” to the era of skinny ties and shoulder pads, tracksuits and taffeta, preppy and punk.
Show off your finest “Pretty in Pink” ruffles or best Jake Ryan sweater vest for a chance to be voted into the Homecoming Court.
Event tickets are $40 presale and $50 at the door.
Don’t forget the florals. Corsages and Boutonnieres available for presale (to be picked up onsite).
Raffle tickets will be available during the event
Heavy nosh sponsored in-part by Uncle Pete’s Pizza
Totally 80’s tunage to be supplied by DJ Stud Music
80’s attire is Encouraged. This is a 21+ event. The VFW is a cash-only establishment. ATM available on-site.
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