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Naperville
Wednesday, February 18th, 2026
Good morning, Naperville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Naperville Woman's Club offers rentals of the historic Old Stone Church at 14 S. Washington for celebrations, memorials and special events. The venue (which seats up to 100 and includes a catering kitchen, stage and free parking) remains a vibrant hub in downtown Naperville. Positively Naperville
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Naperville resident Nancy Chen celebrated Lunar New Year by hosting a family dinner with traditional fried dumplings + sweet rice cake on Lunar New Year’s Eve and continued customs like red envelopes and respect for elders. Chen says sharing her culture strengthens community ties in this diverse city. Naperville News 17
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2026 IASN Annual Conference
8 AM – 3 PM — NIU Naperville Meeting and Conference Center — Registration details to come — A must-attend event for school nurses looking to elevate their knowledge and advocacy.
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Early Relational Health Summit
8 a.m.–4 p.m. — NIU Naperville Meeting and Conference Center — Registration fee required — Explore nurturing relationships that support child development and family wellbeing.
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The Windy City Amateur Pickleball Open
2 AM - 5 AM — Sure Shot Pickleball — Check entry fees — Compete in a fun and vibrant pickleball tournament in the heart of Naperville.
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Author Event with Valerie Bertinelli: Getting Naked
7-9 p.m. — Pfeiffer Hall at North Central College — Pre-registration required — Celebrate the release of Valerie Bertinelli's latest book with a Q&A and photo opportunity.
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Naperville St. Patrick's Day Parade
10 a.m. — Downtown Naperville Alliance — Free entry — Celebrate Irish culture with vibrant performances and lively parades in downtown Naperville.
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