The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has cited Kelly Miller Circus for failure to handle animals in a manner that is safe to the animals and the public, failure to provide veterinary records, and failure to provide structurally sound enclosures. Kelly Miller Circus leases animals from its sister circus, Carson & Barnes."

Please join us as we attempt to persuade Naperville to end its association with the Kelly Miller Circus and not invite them back to the Naper Settlement next year. You can help by joining our protests on the weekend of September 23rd, sending letters to the village, and leafleting downtown Naperville events to educate residents on the truth behind the Kelly Miller Circus.

Schedule of Events

Join us as we meet up at local events to spread the word about the circus. Our goal is to provide literature to Naperville residents about the Kelly Miller Circus and persuade them not to attend.

September 23 (Friday) Protest the "Circus Under the Stars" fundraiser 5-7:30 p.m.

Your presence is requested as we assemble in front of the Naper Settlement Circus to ensure that the Village of Naperville hears our message. Although we need as many people as possible for all three days of the circus, Friday is the most crucial. Friday the circus kicks-off at 6 p.m. with a "Circus Under the Stars" Fundraiser.

September 24 (Saturday) Protests in front of the Naper Settlement Circus 10-11:30 a.m., 1-2:30 p.m., 4-5:30 p.m.

There will be several protests held on Saturday and Sunday to reach people attending the circus. There are three performances on Saturday and two on Sunday. Please join us as you can to protest and leaflet each of these performances.

September 25 (Sunday) Protests in front of the Naper Settlement Circus 1-2:30 & 3:30-5:00 p.m.

The final day of the circus will be again greeted by protesters speaking out against their cruelty. Please join us as you can to reach people attending the performances.

Contact Us

Please email us at: codsad@gmail.com if you are able to attend any of these events or participate in the community outreach. For more information please check out our site: www.studentsforanimaldefense.org

Voice Your Opinion

Another way you can help is by calling or writing to the Village of Naperville and the Naper Settlement. Please be polite in your comments, as they are currently considering canceling the Naper Settlement Circus.

Please write to: City of Naperville, 400 S. Eagle Street, Naperville, IL 60566-7020 and The Naper Settlement, 523 South Webster Street, Naperville, IL 60540 Or call: City of Naperville at (630)420-6018 and The Naper Settlement at (630)420-6010.