Good morning, Naperville.

Retired educator Connie Martin presented quilt codes at Naper Settlement — a method once used to guide freedom seekers — and shared her family legacy that preserves essential Black history.

This recent presentation highlights an important connection between local heritage and national history.

District 203 approved bids to update rooms for FACS classes and PLTW sessions at Washington and Kennedy junior high schools this summer — the renovations will remove mobile classrooms at Kennedy to improve safety and expand learning spaces.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Lyfe Jennings Concert

7-11 p.m. — The Matrix Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience the emotional acoustic sounds of Lyfe Jennings and his poignant storytelling.