Good morning, Naperville.

Lizzy's Fund, a Naperville charity, provides financial support for senior dogs in shelters to help them get care and become adoptable this spring + give them a fresh start with caring families.

Ventilator-dependent Matt Johnson, trained by Downers Grove nonprofit Diveheart, completed adaptive scuba training with a new instructor after his first guide died and is now preparing for a Key Largo dive supported by customized gear and medical staff.

Local high school students run the Power Up Project, which refurbishes donated electronics for residents in need.

The project repurposed 80 computers this year and is partnering with Compudopt, Human-I-T, and PCs for People to bridge the digital divide.

Western DuPage Special Recreation Association marks Autism Acceptance Month in April by offering inclusive recreation programs that include sports+ arts and social clubs, helping individuals living with autism build confidence and connection in the community.

The 50-year-old organization designs activities tailored to every interest.

Registration is open for marching bands, scouts, veterans’ groups and community organizations to join the Naperville Memorial Day Parade with entry closing Friday, May 1 — the parade on May 25 will include wreath-laying ceremonies, vintage vehicle rides for veterans and community tributes.

Students from Naperville Central & Naperville North High School veterans clubs received the KidsMatter Make Kindness Count Award for volunteer work with local veterans after Mayor Scott Wehrli nominated them; the recognition celebrates their commitment and inspires future acts of kindness in the community.

Giving DuPage has launched its seventh annual fundraiser to benefit charities from April 17 through May 1.

The event will collect donations for 25 hours on the final day until 1 a.m. on May 2 and aims to raise over $300,000 for food, housing, and health services.

The Naperville Municipal Band is rehearsing for its Spring Concert at 3:00 p.m. Sunday, May 17 at Neuqua Valley High School + it will launch its summer season at 7:30 p.m. on Thursdays from June 4 through August 12.

A Naperville Central High School senior introduced House Bill 4788 that mandates a 1:2 ratio of female to male CPR training manikins for secondary schools & the bill passed the Education Policy Committee before moving to the House floor, with changes set for the 2028–29 school year.

North Central College is preparing students for graduation as it uses high-impact practices — small class mentorship and real-world experiences — to build skills for career and community success.

Graduates will soon walk the stage to receive diplomas acknowledging years of study and perseverance.

With Arbor Day coming on April 24, a local Gardener highlights the White Oak—a long-lived, native tree essential to local wildlife—and explains its history and features while suggesting smaller alternatives like Eastern Redbud for those seeking to plant in their yards.

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.