Good morning, Naperville.

The Naperville Park Board awarded an $8.55 million contract to Williams Architects for a new community activity center at Frontier Sports Complex on Thursday, April 9.

The project will add indoor aquatics and fitness spaces following a successful bond referendum.

Three Naperville women are spreading joy by creating sidewalk installations that include kind notes and local treats—these projects appear on East Gartner Road, Heatherton Drive and Cedarbrook Road as part of the Worldwide Sidewalk Joy initiative.

Tai Chi Walking: Find Your Balance

12:00 – 12:30 p.m. — Illinois Shaolin Kung Fu Academy — Cost information not provided — Enhance your balance and confidence through mindful Tai Chi walking practices.

PUMA Naperville Women's Half Marathon & 5K

12 AM-12 PM — Benedetti-Wehrli Stadium — Registration required — Celebrate athleticism and community with a scenic half marathon and 5K in beautiful Naperville.

Fireside Chat with Best-Selling Author Dashka Slater

7-8:30 p.m. — Naperville Public Library - 95th Street Library — Free entry — Engage in a thought-provoking discussion with NYT bestselling author on her book 'Accountable'.

Holistic Health Fair

10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Chicago Marriott Naperville — Early Bird tickets available — Explore natural wellness and holistic practices to enhance your well-being.

Candlelight Concert: Tribute to Rock Legends

6:30-7:30 p.m. — Wentz Concert Hall & Fine Arts Center — Tickets required — Experience the magic of timeless rock anthems by Queen and more under candlelight.