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Naperville
Wednesday, March 4th, 2026
Good morning, Naperville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Three Metea Valley students launched Crafting with Community to offer free art classes for seniors + youth in lower-income areas. They hosted sessions last week in Aurora and Naperville, donated 35 craft kits to Hesed House and Arbor Terrace, and are now seeking nonprofit status. Naperville News 17
- ➤ Naperville Responds For Veterans hosts its Strength and Honor Luncheon at Bobak’s Signature Events in Woodridge on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, with a 11 a.m. check-in and noon lunch. Veterans may RSVP by April 8 for a free ticket plus one guest; others may purchase tickets and sponsorships. Positively Naperville
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Naperville welcomes Le Macaron French Pastries open at 23 W. Jefferson Ave. that offers French macarons, gelato, and coffee from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, while Bonci Pizzeria will open in late spring at 22 E. Chicago Ave. (its pizzas vary by daily ingredient availability). Naperville News 17
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Naperville will welcome spring with events such as a Rotary 5k Run on March 13 at Centennial Beach, an Irish Parade at 10 a.m., Celtic music at Block 59 on March 21, and nature discovery days at Knoch Knolls (plus Easter festivities on March 21 and April 4). Positively Naperville
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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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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.
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