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Memorial Day Celebration at Ellwood House
Memorial Day Celebration at Ellwood House
Head to the grounds of the Ellwood House Museum on Memorial Day to celebrate, remember, and reflect upon our country and the heroes that made us great. The first floor of the Mansion will be open free of charge following the Memorial Day Parade and Service. Parade: 9:00 am, Downtown DeKalb • Service: 9:30 am, […]
Maple Park Memorial Day Celebration
Maple Park Memorial Day Celebration
Maple Park Memorial Day celebration and parade will begin at 11:30am on Main St. The ceremony will take place from 11:30am-12:30pm.
Genoa Memorial Day Parade
Genoa Memorial Day Parade
Parade begins at the Genoa Vets Home, memorial ceremony at the cemetery at the conclusion of the parade. Following the parade and ceremony, join us for a Burger Lunch at the VFW at 1:00 pm - $5/person
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Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month
Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month
Dr. Linh Nguyen currently serves as an instructor for the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Northern Illinois University (NIU). Dr. Nguyen’s story of an immigrant from communist Vietnam gives her a unique awareness of an American citizen’s responsibility. Dr. Nguyen’s story is one of challenges, courage, determination, and excellence – indeed, an “only in […]
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Story Walk Opens at Garden of Eden Park
Story Walk Opens at Garden of Eden Park
Enjoy a special outdoor story time at Eden’s Garden! After story time we will be unveiling our new Story Walk! Join us for the ribbon cutting, light snacks, and a limited supply of whirligigs for children in attendance. Then enjoy strolling around the park and stopping to read the first Story Walk story.The Story Walk […]
Genoa Toddler Garden
Genoa Toddler Garden
The Basics Toddler Garden includes hands-on features such as: dirt digging site sensory and an edible garden musical flower sculptures obstacle paver path seating for story and reading times The toddler garden is an excellent opportunity for parents and children to be together in nature. It is a healthy and educational activity that benefits children […]
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DeKalb Toddler Garden
DeKalb Toddler Garden
The Basics Toddler Garden includes hands-on features such as: dirt digging site sensory and an edible garden musical flower sculptures obstacle paver path seating for story and reading times The toddler garden is an excellent opportunity for parents and children to be together in nature. It is a healthy and educational activity that benefits children […]
DeKalb Farmers’ Market
DeKalb Farmers’ Market
The DeKalb Farmers’ Market is in the heart of Downtown DeKalb, Illinois and features vendors that provide the community with locally grown produce, bread, baked goods, olive oil, honey, coffee, flowers, food trucks and live music. Enjoy and support over 25 local vendors.
Conductor Cody’s Magical Railway Adventures
Conductor Cody’s Magical Railway Adventures
Your youngest patrons will go on a magical railway adventure geared just for them! Age-appropriate humor, magic even their parents will like, and real railway history & science are all part of the fun.This event is free and open to all. No registration is required. It is sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
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Downtown DeKalb First Friday
Downtown DeKalb First Friday
Stroll through the streets while enjoying your favorite drinks in a safe and fun environment. Participating bars and restaurants will be offering "to-go" drinks so you can sip and shop to your heart's content. Beverages can be enjoyed along Lincoln Highway between 1st and 4th street.
GVH Live Guitar Event
GVH Live Guitar Event
Join the Genoa Veterans Home for the opening of their outside bar with music by Ethan Larson!
Movie in the Park: Knives Out
Movie in the Park: Knives Out
A detective investigates the death of the patriarch of an eccentric, combative family in the 2019 Academy Award-winning movie Knives Out, rated PG-13.Presented in partnership with the Sycamore Park District, Legacy Campus, 480 S. Airport Road. The movie begins at dusk- roughly 15 minutes after sunset. Bring a blanket or chairs.
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KVAL Northern Illinois Art Show
KVAL Northern Illinois Art Show
The Kishwaukee Valley Art League will hold its 52nd annual Northern Illinois Art Show on June 3 and June 4 on the DeKalb County Courthouse Lawn in Sycamore. The art show will run from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM on both days.
Angel’s Pride Celebration Drag Brunch
Angel’s Pride Celebration Drag Brunch
Doors open at 10am, brunch can be purchased from 10am-11:30am. Drinks are available prior to the show, during the show and after the show. Show starts at noon. Reservations required. Primer VIP Tables- $150 include 4 tickets, a bottle of champagne and charcuterie board Bar Seats- $30 each Floor Seats-$25 each Side Booth Table- $60 […]
Shabbona Farmers Market
Shabbona Farmers Market
The Shabbona Farmers Market hosts local farmers, crafters and artisans all in one place so visitors and the community can find all of their favorite fresh produce, locally raised meat, jams, honey, décor, gifts and so much more!
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KVAL Northern Illinois Art Show
KVAL Northern Illinois Art Show
The Kishwaukee Valley Art League will hold its 52nd annual Northern Illinois Art Show on June 3 and June 4 on the DeKalb County Courthouse Lawn in Sycamore. The art show will run from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM on both days.
North School PTO Children’s Clothing, Toy, and Equipment Sale
North School PTO Children’s Clothing, Toy, and Equipment Sale
Join us for a fundraising event for North School PTO. Our annual sale has a huge selection of children's clothing, toys, and equipment. Racks of children's clothing-sized newborn through preteen size 5 will be for sale. We will also have baby equipment, outdoor toys, bicycles, riding toys, educational items, games, puzzles, DVDs, books, bedding, maternity […]
Annie’s Story Time @ Glidden Homestead
Annie’s Story Time @ Glidden Homestead
Join DeKalb Public Library for a fun children’s story time at the historic Glidden Homestead!“Annie’s Storytime” will be held on the front lawn of the Glidden Homestead, 921 W. Lincoln Highway in DeKalb (next to Glidden Florist.)Guests are encouraged to bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on the front lawn. These interactive story […]
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WE ARE NOW LOCATED ON THE DEKALB COUNTY COURTHOUSE LAWN! We invite you to shop for locally grown just-picked produce, fresh from the farm. We are one of the few authentic farmers markets in our area. Our mission is to bring our farmers and community together. At our markets you can be assured that you […]
Youth Outlook Drop-in
Youth Outlook Drop-in
Youth Outlook Drop-Ins are social settings for youth to meet other LGBTQ+ young people and talk about various topics that really matter to them, providing a place for LGBTQ+ youth to feel safe, supported, and celebrated. Trained staff and volunteers lead all programming, which includes identity and self-esteem, physical and mental health, political awareness, healthy […]
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Genoa Days
Genoa Days
The 2023 Annual Genoa Days are June 7th- June 10th! Bring the family to enjoy food, games, rides, and more! A different band takes the stage each night at 6pm June 7: Sound Affects June 8: The Beaux June 9: Sound Check June 10: Polly Says
Genoa Toddler Garden
Genoa Toddler Garden
The Basics Toddler Garden includes hands-on features such as: dirt digging site sensory and an edible garden musical flower sculptures obstacle paver path seating for story and reading times The toddler garden is an excellent opportunity for parents and children to be together in nature. It is a healthy and educational activity that benefits children […]
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Genoa Days
Genoa Days
The 2023 Annual Genoa Days are June 7th- June 10th! Bring the family to enjoy food, games, rides, and more! A different band takes the stage each night at 6pm June 7: Sound Affects June 8: The Beaux June 9: Sound Check June 10: Polly Says
DeKalb Toddler Garden
DeKalb Toddler Garden
The Basics Toddler Garden includes hands-on features such as: dirt digging site sensory and an edible garden musical flower sculptures obstacle paver path seating for story and reading times The toddler garden is an excellent opportunity for parents and children to be together in nature. It is a healthy and educational activity that benefits children […]
DeKalb Farmers’ Market
DeKalb Farmers’ Market
The DeKalb Farmers’ Market is in the heart of Downtown DeKalb, Illinois and features vendors that provide the community with locally grown produce, bread, baked goods, olive oil, honey, coffee, flowers, food trucks and live music. Enjoy and support over 25 local vendors.
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Malta Days
Malta Days
Come visit the Island of Malta - Island in the corn! 5 miles west of DeKalb! Get your lei and Pina colada at the shelter house and open Malta Days beach style with some Trop Rock! Click here for the event schedule
Genoa Days
Genoa Days
The 2023 Annual Genoa Days are June 7th- June 10th! Bring the family to enjoy food, games, rides, and more! A different band takes the stage each night at 6pm June 7: Sound Affects June 8: The Beaux June 9: Sound Check June 10: Polly Says
Beth Fowler Dance Company- West Side Story
Beth Fowler Dance Company- West Side Story
The Beth Fowler Dance Company June show will once again be a high energy show with all the varieties of dance styles including Jazz, Modern, Contemporary, Lyrical, Tap, Musical Theatre and Creative Dance. It will also including our award winning competitive dance pieces. The show will end with the story of "West Side Story" featuring […]
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Malta Days
Malta Days
Come visit the Island of Malta - Island in the corn! 5 miles west of DeKalb! Get your lei and Pina colada at the shelter house and open Malta Days beach style with some Trop Rock! Click here for the event schedule
Genoa Days
Genoa Days
The 2023 Annual Genoa Days are June 7th- June 10th! Bring the family to enjoy food, games, rides, and more! A different band takes the stage each night at 6pm June 7: Sound Affects June 8: The Beaux June 9: Sound Check June 10: Polly Says
Shabbona Farmers Market
Shabbona Farmers Market
The Shabbona Farmers Market hosts local farmers, crafters and artisans all in one place so visitors and the community can find all of their favorite fresh produce, locally raised meat, jams, honey, décor, gifts and so much more!
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Malta Days
Malta Days
Come visit the Island of Malta - Island in the corn! 5 miles west of DeKalb! Get your lei and Pina colada at the shelter house and open Malta Days beach style with some Trop Rock! Click here for the event schedule
Artist & Maker Markets
Artist & Maker Markets
Support 20+ local vendors featuring unique goods, handmade crafts, photography, soaps, foods, jewelry, live music, and more!
Glidden Homestead Portrait Sessions
Glidden Homestead Portrait Sessions
Portrait sessions are BACK at the Glidden Homestead! We are once again partnering with My Saving Grace Photography for this fundraiser for the homestead. Details coming soon, save the date now!
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Book Queeries Book Club
Book Queeries Book Club
Join Sycamore Library at our monthly book club for the LGBTQA+ community and their allies. All books read will be by and/or about queer people. Older teens and adults are welcome!Upcoming Books: June 13: On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous by Ocean Vuong (Fiction/Memoir)July 11: Even Though I Knew the End by C. L. Polk (Fantasy […]
Bella’s Second Shot Band on the Community Building Lawn
Bella’s Second Shot Band on the Community Building Lawn
Bella's Second Shot Band is playing on the Community Building Lawn in Hinckley.
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Make your Own Flag- evsie
Make your Own Flag- evsie
Celebrate Flag Day with us by making your very own flag to take home with you free of charge! (All supplies will be provided.)
Genoa Toddler Garden
Genoa Toddler Garden
The Basics Toddler Garden includes hands-on features such as: dirt digging site sensory and an edible garden musical flower sculptures obstacle paver path seating for story and reading times The toddler garden is an excellent opportunity for parents and children to be together in nature. It is a healthy and educational activity that benefits children […]
NIU STEM Café: Neutrinos: Building Blocks of the Universe
NIU STEM Café: Neutrinos: Building Blocks of the Universe
The goal of this experiment is to better understand neutrinos, one of the fundamental particle building blocks of our universe — and one of the least understood. Neutrinos may hold the key to answering fundamental questions about the universe in which we live, such as why the universe today is made up almost entirely of […]
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DeKalb Toddler Garden
DeKalb Toddler Garden
The Basics Toddler Garden includes hands-on features such as: dirt digging site sensory and an edible garden musical flower sculptures obstacle paver path seating for story and reading times The toddler garden is an excellent opportunity for parents and children to be together in nature. It is a healthy and educational activity that benefits children […]
Out of This World Balloon Show
Out of This World Balloon Show
Enjoy a one-of-a-kind stage production, featuring magic, all-ages comedy, interactive storytelling, and Smarty Pant’s award-winning balloon props!Throughout the show, Smarty uses his humor and balloons to excite kids about reading books and exercising their imaginations. By the end of the show, every audience member knows the library is a very exciting place to visit.The 1:00 […]
DeKalb Farmers’ Market
DeKalb Farmers’ Market
The DeKalb Farmers’ Market is in the heart of Downtown DeKalb, Illinois and features vendors that provide the community with locally grown produce, bread, baked goods, olive oil, honey, coffee, flowers, food trucks and live music. Enjoy and support over 25 local vendors.
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Dimensions Dance Academy- Encore!
Dimensions Dance Academy- Encore!
Encore! Dimensions Dance Academy is celebrating their 10 year anniversary by highlighting many of their favorite dances and pieces from the past. Come enjoy a high energy performance taking you through the Evolution of Dimensions!
After-hours Concert: Hungrytown
After-hours Concert: Hungrytown
Join us for an after-hours concert in the library’s main lobby featuring folk duo Hungrytown! Hungrytown's music has received extensive radio airplay worldwide and has appeared on several television shows, including The Daily Show and Portlandia.
Sandwich Movie in the Park – Encanto
Sandwich Movie in the Park – Encanto
Have fun under the stars at the Sandwich Park District's Movie in the Park! This is a community event for all ages! Bring your own lawn chairs, blanket, Frisbee or other park friendly toys and enjoy an evening in the park. Concessions will be available for purchase
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Shabbona Farmers Market
Shabbona Farmers Market
The Shabbona Farmers Market hosts local farmers, crafters and artisans all in one place so visitors and the community can find all of their favorite fresh produce, locally raised meat, jams, honey, décor, gifts and so much more!
Annual Fishing Derby
Annual Fishing Derby
Grab your gear and reel in some fun for the whole family at the DeKalb Park District’s annual Fishing Derby! Enjoy a fun-filled morning of fishing from 8:30-11:00 am on Saturday, June 17, at Mason Park/Larson Lake, located at 455 S. Annie Glidden Road. Individuals of all ages are invited to bring their tackle box, […]
Food Truck Festival
Food Truck Festival
The Toyota of DeKalb will be hosting a food truck festival at their dealership at 11am!
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Father’s Day Birdie Brunch
Father’s Day Birdie Brunch
Celebrate Father’s Day the way we know dads will love! Join us at River Heights Clubhouse for a buffet brunch, followed by 18 holes with a cart.
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Youth Outlook Drop-in
Youth Outlook Drop-in
Youth Outlook Drop-Ins are social settings for youth to meet other LGBTQ+ young people and talk about various topics that really matter to them, providing a place for LGBTQ+ youth to feel safe, supported, and celebrated. Trained staff and volunteers lead all programming, which includes identity and self-esteem, physical and mental health, political awareness, healthy […]
Teen Program: Crate Stacking
Teen Program: Crate Stacking
Teens entering grades 6-12 are invited to join the Sycamore Public Library at the NIU Recreation Center for a bouldering/crate stacking class. Advance registration required. Space is limited. All teens must have a signed wavier from a parent/legal guardian to participate.
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Genoa Toddler Garden
Genoa Toddler Garden
The Basics Toddler Garden includes hands-on features such as: dirt digging site sensory and an edible garden musical flower sculptures obstacle paver path seating for story and reading times The toddler garden is an excellent opportunity for parents and children to be together in nature. It is a healthy and educational activity that benefits children […]
Free Movie: Major!
Free Movie: Major!
DeKalb County Pride is proud to present a FREE showing of the documentary film Major! This inspiring and empowering film follows the life and activism of Miss Major Griffin-Gracy, a transgender elder and pioneer in the LGBTQ rights movement. Through her personal story, the film explores the intersections of race, gender, and sexuality, and highlights […]
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DeKalb Pride Fest & March
DeKalb Pride Fest & March
DeKalb Pride is excited to host a free resource fair and march in downtown DeKalb! This inclusive event is open to all ages and aims to celebrate and promote LGBTQ visibility, acceptance, and community. The resource fair will feature a variety of local organizations and nonprofits that support LGBTQ individuals and allies, as well as […]
DeKalb Toddler Garden
DeKalb Toddler Garden
The Basics Toddler Garden includes hands-on features such as: dirt digging site sensory and an edible garden musical flower sculptures obstacle paver path seating for story and reading times The toddler garden is an excellent opportunity for parents and children to be together in nature. It is a healthy and educational activity that benefits children […]
DeKalb Farmers’ Market
DeKalb Farmers’ Market
The DeKalb Farmers’ Market is in the heart of Downtown DeKalb, Illinois and features vendors that provide the community with locally grown produce, bread, baked goods, olive oil, honey, coffee, flowers, food trucks and live music. Enjoy and support over 25 local vendors.
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52nd Annual Sandwich Early Day Engine Club Show
52nd Annual Sandwich Early Day Engine Club Show
The Club would like to invite all to our 52nd Annual Show. Friday June, 23rd and Saturday June, 24th, 2023, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the beautiful and shady Sandwich Fairgrounds. Come see the machines that powered agriculture of the past.Featuring Jacob Haish Built (Chanticleer, Rock Island, Great Western, Appleton) engines and IHC tractors.Bring […]
Friday Night Fright
Friday Night Fright
Adults 18+ can join us after-hours for a free Summer Camp Slasher-themed event. Compete in teams to participate in a library scavenger hunt, take a Camp Crystal Lake photo, and enter to win a raffle prize. Then, settle in with popcorn to watch Friday the 13th (rated R).Bring your own chairs and blanket for an […]
Rocky Horror Picture Show
Rocky Horror Picture Show
Featuring the live shadow cast of "Irrational Masters". The Rocky Horror Picture Show is an outrageous assemblage of the most stereo-typed science fiction movies, Marvel comics, Frankie Avalon/Annette Funicello outings and rock 'n' roll of every vintage. Running through the story is the sexual confusion of two middle American Ike Age kids confronted by the […]
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52nd Annual Sandwich Early Day Engine Club Show
52nd Annual Sandwich Early Day Engine Club Show
The Club would like to invite all to our 52nd Annual Show. Friday June, 23rd and Saturday June, 24th, 2023, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the beautiful and shady Sandwich Fairgrounds. Come see the machines that powered agriculture of the past.Featuring Jacob Haish Built (Chanticleer, Rock Island, Great Western, Appleton) engines and IHC tractors.Bring […]
Shabbona Farmers Market
Shabbona Farmers Market
The Shabbona Farmers Market hosts local farmers, crafters and artisans all in one place so visitors and the community can find all of their favorite fresh produce, locally raised meat, jams, honey, décor, gifts and so much more!
Hinckley Good Time for All Festival
Hinckley Good Time for All Festival
Save the date and mark your calendars. Saturday June 24th will be the date for this year’s Hinckley Fireworks, rebranded as the Good Time for All Festival to tie into our beautiful downtown mural. As a community we have been very fortunate that for 2023 some major donors have come forward to assure the community […]
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Open Barn Day at the Glidden Homestead
Open Barn Day at the Glidden Homestead
From noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday, June 25, the Joseph F. Glidden Homestead and Historical Center’s Open Barn Day will give visitors a chance to see the inside of the historic barn where “The Winner” barbed wire was invented. The barn, located at 921 W. Lincoln Highway in DeKalb, between Burger King and Glidden […]
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Free Movie: Crip Camp
Free Movie: Crip Camp
Join the Egyptian Theatre in celebrating the 33rd anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act! Come check out the community vendor fair from 6-7 PM and then join us as we screen the documentary Crip Camp at 7 PM.
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Genoa Toddler Garden
Genoa Toddler Garden
The Basics Toddler Garden includes hands-on features such as: dirt digging site sensory and an edible garden musical flower sculptures obstacle paver path seating for story and reading times The toddler garden is an excellent opportunity for parents and children to be together in nature. It is a healthy and educational activity that benefits children […]
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DeKalb Toddler Garden
DeKalb Toddler Garden
The Basics Toddler Garden includes hands-on features such as: dirt digging site sensory and an edible garden musical flower sculptures obstacle paver path seating for story and reading times The toddler garden is an excellent opportunity for parents and children to be together in nature. It is a healthy and educational activity that benefits children […]
Wild Goose Chase Shadow Puppet Show
Wild Goose Chase Shadow Puppet Show
Laugh out loud, watching this unique, hilarious performance of shadow puppets! Through a series of witty, interactive vignettes, "A Wild Goose Chase" steers young audiences to Dewey library section 811 of the library while also promoting a love of language and creativity in general.Shadow puppeteer Matthew Sandbank, from Durham, NC, has over twelve years of […]
DeKalb Farmers’ Market
DeKalb Farmers’ Market
The DeKalb Farmers’ Market is in the heart of Downtown DeKalb, Illinois and features vendors that provide the community with locally grown produce, bread, baked goods, olive oil, honey, coffee, flowers, food trucks and live music. Enjoy and support over 25 local vendors.
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Kirkland 4th of July
Kirkland 4th of July
75th Annual Kirkland Lions Club 4th of July Celebration that includes a carnival, live music, and the largest fireworks show in Northern Illinois!
Shabbona Farmers Market
Shabbona Farmers Market
The Shabbona Farmers Market hosts local farmers, crafters and artisans all in one place so visitors and the community can find all of their favorite fresh produce, locally raised meat, jams, honey, décor, gifts and so much more!
Sandwich Freedom Days Parade
Sandwich Freedom Days Parade
The Sandwich Park District is proud to continue our tradition of presenting one of the finest parades. Come watch the Sandwich and surrounding community groups and businesses take the opportunity to celebrate. The Parade will step off at 10am on July 1, 2023.
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