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Join Hillcrest Covenant Church for a Community Easter Egg Hunt! This event is FREE and all are welcome! Lunch & games will begin at 11:30am and the Egg Hunt will start at noon.
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Come out for lunch, meet up with a friend or grab your afternoon pick-me-up from a variety of food trucks each Wednesday through the fall. Local food trucks will line the street on Normal Road in front of the MLK Commons on Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. CAB will provide entertainment and fun, including student performances. […]
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Join a night of glowing fun! This isn’t your typical egg hunt—once the sun goes down, the lights go out and the eggs light up. Grab your friends and get ready to hunt for glowing eggs filled with candy, prizes, and surprises. This will be an individual hunt only, but feel free to run around […]
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Serving up great fish for a great cause, year after year. Faranda’s will host its annual Fish Fry Series starting Friday February 6th. Join on Friday nights 4pm to 8pm until Easter for a night out while you support local nonprofits. Pick from ten entrees with five side choices. All entrees enjoy unlimited access to […]
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Join the Cortland Lions Club for their annual Easter Egg Hunt on Friday, April 3, featuring fun for every member of the family!
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Welcome the bunny to Sycamore and share breakfast with family and friends. Breakfast includes eggs, sausage, pancakes, juice, and coffee. Each child receives a free craft to take home while supplies last. Balloon sculpting. All ages welcome. $12 per person Registration Deadline: March 28NO ON-SITE REGISTRATION Have cameras ready to get your picture taken with […]
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Join Brian Bemis – Toyota of DeKalb for a fun-filled Easter egg hunt featuring candy, games, prizes, a live Easter bunny, and more on Saturday, April 4!
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This event takes place outside at Knights Park, rain or shine! Dress appropriately and bring a basket to hold your eggs. Kids will be released to hunt eggs by age groups, with 3 and under going first, then 4 to 7 year olds, then 8 & up. All children must be accompanied by an adult […]
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Weather you are looking for an Easter Feast for one or are gathering the grandkids, Faranda’s Easter Brunch create lasting memories. Enjoy a delicious all you can eat buffet style meal. Buffets include: breakfast buffet with eggs, meats, French toast, avocado toast, biscuits & gravy, quiche, and more, lunch buffet with baked ham, mashed potatoes, […]
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Come out for lunch, meet up with a friend or grab your afternoon pick-me-up from a variety of food trucks each Wednesday through the fall. Local food trucks will line the street on Normal Road in front of the MLK Commons on Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. CAB will provide entertainment and fun, including student performances. […]
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Taste of Spring returns to downtown Sycamore for an evening of wine, shopping, and springtime charm! Grab your tasting glass and your event ticket, stroll through downtown shops, sip 20 curated wines with small bites at several businesses. You’ll enjoy a fabulous charcuterie board from Catering By Diann at check in. It’s the perfect way to […]
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Join the first-ever DeKalb County Volunteer Fair:Thursday, April 9, 20265:00pm – 7:00pm The best local nonprofits are gathering under one roof, so individuals looking for ways to support can find the cause that needs their unique talents. A strong volunteer program is vital to the success of so many nonprofits, including those which serve DeKalb […]
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Liverpool Legends are four incredibly talented musicians/actors put together by Louise Harrison, sister of the late George Harrison, to honor her brother and The Beatles, and re-create the band that changed the world forever. Experience the complete history of The Beatles, starting with the early mop-top hits, such as I Want To Hold Your Hand, She […]
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DeKalb County Earth Fest is a free, family-friendly community festival celebrating local climate action. Hosted by DeCarbon DeKalb and co-presented by NIU Sustainability, Earth Fest brings together neighbors, local experts, youth voices, food, art, and practical solutions for a healthier, more resilient DeKalb County. 11–12:15 PM: Welcome + Keynote | 12:15–1 PM: Expo, food, Science […]
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Experience a session of restorative Sound Healing interspersed with the transformative words of Walt Whitman. His unrivaled optimism and surprising insight into the potential of America is as relevant today as ever. You will experience many tones and frequencies that pull us to a peaceful place within. The poetry inspires and deepens the experience. Sven is […]
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Improv didn’t just change comedy—it reflected how Americans learn to collaborate, adapt, and create. Drawing on the history uncovered in Improv Nation by Sam Wasson, this talk explores the overlooked history of improvisation, from Chicago classrooms and counterculture stages to television and film, revealing how “yes, and” became a distinctly American way of thinking about […]
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Come out for lunch, meet up with a friend or grab your afternoon pick-me-up from a variety of food trucks each Wednesday through the fall. Local food trucks will line the street on Normal Road in front of the MLK Commons on Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. CAB will provide entertainment and fun, including student performances. […]
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Test your knowledge of retro music, movies and TV! Free to play. Win prizes. Thursday, April 16, 2026 6:30 – 8 PM Old School Pizza in Malta, 507 N. 3rd Street
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2 events,Step into spring at one of the most loved markets of the season. Garden Gate to Spring Antique Show returns to Blumen Gardens for a two-day event filled with beautifully curated antiques, architectural salvage, garden pieces, and one-of-a-kind finds. Wander through historic buildings and gardens while discovering timeless pieces you will not find anywhere else. […]
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Step into the DeKalb Public Library’s main lobby for an after-hours concert performed by the Northern Illinois University’s renowned Steelband. The concert will be an eclectic program of musical styles highlighting the versatility and profundity of the steelpan. The NIU Steelband is dedicated to demonstrating the versatility and profundity of the steelpan, the national instrument […]
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Blue Sky Farm Goat Yoga is looking forward to providing a “bucket list” event at the DeKalb Public Library! Their baby goats love to snuggle, run, and jump on you as you enjoy some soul-stretching yoga with their certified yoga instructor. It may seem silly to some, but we can assure you the experience is […]
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Blue Sky Farm Goat Yoga is looking forward to providing a “bucket list” event at the DeKalb Public Library! Their baby goats love to snuggle, run, and jump on you as you enjoy some soul-stretching yoga with their certified yoga instructor. It may seem silly to some, but we can assure you the experience is […]
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Step into spring at one of the most loved markets of the season. Garden Gate to Spring Antique Show returns to Blumen Gardens for a two-day event filled with beautifully curated antiques, architectural salvage, garden pieces, and one-of-a-kind finds. Wander through historic buildings and gardens while discovering timeless pieces you will not find anywhere else. […] |
2 events,Continuing through 2026, the DeKalb Moose Lodge will be offering all veterans a free breakfast on the third Sunday of each month.
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The J.F. Glidden Homestead & Historical Center will host a program on the history and operation of circular knitting machines at 1 p.m. on Sunday, April 19, as part of its “Past Times at Glidden” series. Presenter Dona Walzer will demonstrate a working circular knitting machine while sharing the story of how this remarkable invention […]
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DeKalb Township is celebrating Arbor Day week by launching our “250 Trees for Tomorrow” initiative with a community tree planting event at Elder Care Services. Volunteers are needed to plant, mulch, & water roughly a dozen trees. Volunteers are needed! Individuals of all ages and abilities are welcome. Coffee and donuts will be provided […]
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DeKalb Township will be hosting Prairie State Legal Services once a month throughout 2026 to ensure qualifying residents have access to FREE legal services. If you are a tenant with questions regarding a housing matter; If you are being forcibly discharged from a nursing home; If you were recently denied public benefits or if your […]
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Free for all ages! Help staff clean up trash and debris from one of our most beloved parks this Earth Day! Meet at the Hopkins Park Shelter at 9:00 AM sharp and staff will show you the rest! No registration is required!
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Come out for lunch, meet up with a friend or grab your afternoon pick-me-up from a variety of food trucks each Wednesday through the fall. Local food trucks will line the street on Normal Road in front of the MLK Commons on Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. CAB will provide entertainment and fun, including student performances. […]
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Get ready for a fun-filled evening celebrating all things local at the Local Showcase! This exciting community event brings together 80+ local businesses and organizations for a one-of-a-kind experience for all ages. Highlights include: Live demos and interactive displays Concessions available — grab a snack while you explore Giveaways, prizes, and tons of family-friendly fun […]
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The Friends of the DeKalb Public Library invite you to the Spring Book Sale! Visit the library’s lower level for an astonishing selection of great quality hardcovers and paperbacks at bargain prices. You’ll find children’s and teen books, graphic novels, fiction, history, science, art, film, cookbooks, gardening, biographies, mysteries, science fiction, and more. There’s a […]
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The Friends of the DeKalb Public Library invite you to the Spring Book Sale! Visit the library’s lower level for an astonishing selection of great quality hardcovers and paperbacks at bargain prices. You’ll find children’s and teen books, graphic novels, fiction, history, science, art, film, cookbooks, gardening, biographies, mysteries, science fiction, and more. There’s a […]
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The DeKalb County History Center is inviting individuals, families, community groups, and local organizations to participate in a Day of Service during National Volunteer Week on Saturday, April 25, from 9:00 a.m. to noon. Volunteers will help prepare the History Center campus for the busy spring and summer season. This hands-on volunteer opportunity will focus […] 
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🌸 Downtown DeKalb Flower Walk 🌸Saturday, April 25 | 10 AM – 3 PMJoin Willrett Flower Company for a one-of-a-kind spring experience in downtown DeKalb— part shopping stroll, part build-your-own bouquet, and all-around a fun day out 🌷Hosted by Willrett Flower Company, the Downtown DeKalb Flower Walk invites you to explore your favorite local shops […]
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The Friends of the DeKalb Public Library invite you to the Spring Book Sale! Visit the library’s lower level for an astonishing selection of great quality hardcovers and paperbacks at bargain prices. You’ll find children’s and teen books, graphic novels, fiction, history, science, art, film, cookbooks, gardening, biographies, mysteries, science fiction, and more. There’s a […]
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The J.F. Glidden Homestead & Historical Center will host a hands-on artistic experience with its upcoming Past Times at Glidden: Dutch Tulip Barn Quilt Workshop on Sunday, April 26, from 1–4 PM at the Glidden Homestead, 921 W. Lincoln Highway, DeKalb. Participants in this engaging three-hour workshop will receive a pre-drafted 17″ x 17″ wooden […]
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Come out for lunch, meet up with a friend or grab your afternoon pick-me-up from a variety of food trucks each Wednesday through the fall. Local food trucks will line the street on Normal Road in front of the MLK Commons on Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. CAB will provide entertainment and fun, including student performances. […]
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Born Elizabeth Jane Cochran (1864-1922), this pioneer of investigative journalism is better known by her nom de plume, “Nellie Bly”. She became famous for her exposé of the New York City Lunatic Asylum on Blackwell’s Island. On November 14, 1889, Cochrane began a solo trip around the world in emulation of the fictional character Phileas […]
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1 event,🏡🛍️ Cortland Townwide Garage Sales! 📅 April 30 – May 2 (Thurs-Sat) ⏰ 8 AM – 5 PM Get ready to shop all around Cortland for amazing deals! ✨ Furniture • Clothes • Toys • Home goods • Collectibles & more 👨👩👧👦 Something for everyone! 📍 Don’t miss it—plan your route & bring your friends! […]
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3 events,🏡🛍️ Cortland Townwide Garage Sales! 📅 April 30 – May 2 (Thurs-Sat) ⏰ 8 AM – 5 PM Get ready to shop all around Cortland for amazing deals! ✨ Furniture • Clothes • Toys • Home goods • Collectibles & more 👨👩👧👦 Something for everyone! 📍 Don’t miss it—plan your route & bring your friends! […]
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Free Car Clinic for Older Adults of DeKalb County on May 1 On Friday, May 1, DeKalb County TRIAD, Kishwaukee College, and DeKalb Township will co-host their annual free Senior Car Clinic at Kishwaukee College. DeKalb County residents age 55 and older are invited to participate. Students from Kishwaukee College’s Automotive Technology Department will perform […]
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Join DJ Warm Advice for a night of emo anthems, throwback heartbreak, and dance floor therapy at Fargo Venue on Friday, May 1. Deep V’s, heavy eyeliner, and gut-wrenching unrequited love recommended, but not required. Doors @ 6Party @ 7$10 advance / $15 DOS18+ — Produced & presented by by Now […]
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5 events,🏡🛍️ Cortland Townwide Garage Sales! 📅 April 30 – May 2 (Thurs-Sat) ⏰ 8 AM – 5 PM Get ready to shop all around Cortland for amazing deals! ✨ Furniture • Clothes • Toys • Home goods • Collectibles & more 👨👩👧👦 Something for everyone! 📍 Don’t miss it—plan your route & bring your friends! […]
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Shabbona Farmers Market begins Saturday, May 2 running every other weekend through October 10, 2026! New in 2026 – Family Outing Days will be held with the Farmers Market. There will be an inflatable obstacle course, games, crafts, and a sweet treat offered sponsored by Big Time Rentals. This market features 12+ vendor and craft […]
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