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Jasmine Lee
Jasmine Lee
Reporter · Naperville, IL
An experienced business reporter, Jasmine Lee graduated from the University of Illinois at Chicago and has worked with various finance and business publications. With over 4 years of experience, she has a keen eye for trends and developments affecting local businesses in Naperville.
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Pumpkin Smash (New Lenox): The Village of New Lenox’s annual Pumpkin Smash is from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Nov. 7. Both carved and uncarved pumpkins will be accepted. Guests can smash, bash, and creatively destroy pumpkins, which will be composted. Safety glasses will be available on site. Visit newlenox.net/389/Pumpkin-Smash for more information.The Ultimate Doors Tribute/Little River Band (Joliet): The Rialto Square Theatre will host The Ultimate Doors Tribute at 8 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 6, and Little River Band at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 7. Visit rialtosquare.com for more information about these shows or to purchase tickets.Pumpkin Smash (Bolingbrook): Hidden Oaks Nature Center will host a Pumpkin Smash event from noon to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 7. This free event is open to all ages. Smash your pumpkin and then enjoy roasting hot dogs and s’mores. Visit reconnectwithnature.org for more information.Living History Encounter (Romeoville): Learn about weaponry, tools and people
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