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SUMMARY:Malta Town-wide Garage Sales
DESCRIPTION:Malta’s Garage Sale Weekend is May 16th\, starting at 8 AM. \nSome sales open on Thursday and Friday. \nAlso\, stop by the annual plant sale at Malta Lions Park.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/malta-town-wide-garage-sales/
LOCATION:Malta Lions Park\, 409 N 4th Street\, Malta\, IL\, 60150\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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ORGANIZER;CN="Malta Seedling Project":MAILTO:malta.seedlings@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Dog Training Workshop Series
DESCRIPTION:These fun\, informative\, and accessible workshops are great for brushing up on skills or exploring something new! Dogs of all ages and skill levels are welcome. They must be group-appropriate and comfortable working around other dogs and people. All workshops use positive reinforcement\, force-free training methods\, focusing on building confidence\, communication\, and trust while keeping learning enjoyable for your dog. See the full line up and register at sycparks.org or stop by the Community Center\, 480 Airport Road\, Sycamore. \nSaturdays 9-11amCommunity CenterResident $65 | Nonresident $75 \nInstructor: Katie Morgan\, ABCDT (Animal Behavior College Dog Trainer)\, Forever K9 Training \nMay 2Intro to Beginner Canine FitnessBuilding strength\, balance\, coordination\, and body awareness is a great way to support overall health\, help reduce injury risk\, and enhance performance for pets\, sport dogs\, and working or therapy dogs alike. \nMay 16Canine ParkourCanine parkour is a fun and practical activity that builds confidence\, body awareness\, and teamwork. Using everyday\, safe obstacles\, dogs will learn how to navigate their environment with purpose while responding to clear handler cues. This introduction to basic parkour prioritizes safety\, proper positioning\, and positive reinforcement. \nMay 30Brain Games: Enrichment for DogsLearn brain games designed to provide meaningful mental stimulation and enrichment. Mental exercise is just as important as physical activity\, helping dogs build problem-solving skills\, confidence\, and emotional balance. Brain games are suitable for dogs of all ages and especially helpful for dogs who need additional enrichment\, confidence-building\, or structured outlets for their energy. \nJune 13Basic Canine First AidGain essential knowledge and skills to respond calmly and effectively during common canine emergencies\, including recognizing signs of injury or illness\, providing immediate care\, and knowing when veterinary attention is needed. This workshop does not replace veterinary care but equips participants with the tools to support their dog until professional help is available. Please note that this is not a first aid certification class. \nJune 27Paws for Poses: Photo Ready Tricks ClassThese tricks aren’t only fun to learn but also perfect for photos and social media. Whether you’re looking to capture holiday photos\, action shots\, or everyday memories\, this class helps you teach clean\, expressive behaviors that photograph beautifully. \nJuly 11Intro to Beginner Level TricksThis beginner-level tricks class introduces dogs and handlers to fun\, engaging behaviors that build confidence\, coordination\, and communication. Trick training is more than entertainment—it strengthens the human-dog bond\, improves focus\, and gives dogs a positive outlet for learning and problem-solving. \nJuly 25Muzzles: The Canine Party HatMuzzles are valuable tools for veterinary visits\, grooming\, emergencies\, public safety\, and behavior support—and when introduced correctly\, dogs can learn to feel comfortable and confident wearing them. Explore the purpose\, benefits\, and proper use of muzzles in a safe\, humane\, and positive way. \nAugust 8Peak into MantrailingMantrailing is a scent-based activity where dogs learn to follow a specific human scent trail. It taps into a dog’s natural ability to use their nose while building confidence\, focus\, and teamwork. Unlike other scent sports\, mantrailing allows dogs to work in a natural\, methodical way\, using both ground and airborne scent. The class emphasizes clear communication\, leash handling\, and reading your dog’s body language as they work. \nAugust 22Shed Hunting WorkshopShed hunting is an excellent way to provide both mental and physical enrichment while strengthening your dog’s focus\, confidence\, and working drive. Learn the fundamentals of locating naturally dropped deer antlers using scent\, search patterns\, and teamwork. \nDog Training Workshops
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/dog-training-workshop-series/2026-05-16/
LOCATION:Sycamore Park District Community Center\, 480 Airport Rd\, Sycamore\, IL\, 60178
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sycamore Park District":MAILTO:info@sycparks.org
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SUMMARY:Shabbona Farmers Market 2026
DESCRIPTION: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 bar!
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/shabbona-farmers-market-2026/2026-05-16/
LOCATION:Purdy Park\, 205 E Navaho Ave\, Shabbona\, IL\, 60550\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Farmers' Markets,Free Event
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SUMMARY:NatureFest 2026
DESCRIPTION:The annual NatureFest is hosted by Illinois Extension\, DeKalb County Forest Preserve\, DeKalb County Soil and Water Conservation District\, and the DeKalb County Health Department. It occurs at the only nature center in DeKalb County\, Genoa’s Natural Resource Education Center.\n \nThis family-friendly\, free event is perfect for families with elementary-aged children and up. There will be nature-themed hands-on learning activities. The event is outdoors\, so be sure to dress for the weather. Learning topics include turtles\, camouflage\, insects\, the river research\, and more. Check in at the registration table and pick up a passport and a map of the area.\n \nExplore Russell Woods Forest Preserve and the NREC from 10 AM to 1 PM. Families can take part in multiple hands-on learning activities. Come see T.J. the tortoise (the resident 75-pound African Sulcata tortoise)\, the other live animal displays\, and hike the trails.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/naturefest/
LOCATION:Russell Woods Forest Preserve\, 11750 IL-72\, Genoa\, 60135\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="University of Illinois Extension":MAILTO:mariantt@illinois.edu
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SUMMARY:Try Archery
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wanted to try archery but were unsure how to get started? Join the Kishwaukee Archers for a free archery lesson at a local club\, with instructors\, equipment and facility to get you started; it’s a great sport for the entire family! Hamburgers and hot dogs will be served (while supplies last.)
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/try-archery/
LOCATION:Kishwaukee Archers\, 28278 Lukens Rd.\, Sycamore\, Illinois\, 60178\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free Event,Physical Activities
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SUMMARY:Sound Healing: Rest & Renewal
DESCRIPTION:Noelle of Bare Soul Healing leads this free sound healing session designed to ease the nervous system and quiet the mind. Soothing vibrations from therapeutic instruments such as crystal singing bowls\, Koshi chimes\, drums and more create a peaceful space for grounding\, relaxation\, and renewal. \nA gentle & peaceful sound bath offered in honor of Mother’s Day. An invitation to slow down\, soften\, be held & simply receive. \nPlease bring a yoga mat or towel if you wish. A limited number of chairs will also be available. You may also wish to bring a small blanket\, as the temperature of the room can vary. \nDue to the nature of this event\, we will be closing the doors when the program begins at 11:00 a.m.\, so please arrive on time if you wish to be admitted. \nThis event does not require registration. It is first come\, first served\, and is limited to ages 12 and up. \nNoelle is a healing practitioner in Sycamore and has a passion for sharing the benefits of sound healing with the public. Bare Soul Healing is a nature-rooted practice integrating sound healing\, yoga\, meditation\, astrology\, and other methods dedicated to supporting emotional well-being and inner peace. \nFor additional information\, please contact Chelsea at chelsear@dkpl.org or (815) 756-9568 ext. 1700.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/sound-healing-rest-renewal-2/
LOCATION:DeKalb Public Library\, 309 Oak St\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="DeKalb Public Library":MAILTO:theresaw@dkpl.org
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SUMMARY:Remembering Port Chicago & Cyril O. Sheppard
DESCRIPTION:The explosion at Port Chicago in July 1944 killed 320 people and injured around 400 others\, most of them young African American sailors who had been assigned dangerous munitions-loading work with little training. When survivors refused to return to the same unsafe conditions\, 50 of them\, including\, Cyril O. Sheppard\, were charged with mutiny in what became one of the most consequential civil rights cases of the WWII era. Their resistance helped expose systemic racism in the Navy and contributed to the eventual desegregation of the U.S. military. \nCarol Cherry\, daughter of Cyril O. Sheppard\, presents a tale of great significance to American history that occurred long before the civil rights movement. The history of Port Chicago is not only significant; it’s foundational to understanding the racial inequities Black servicemen faced during WWII and the courage it took for the Port Chicago 50 to stand up against unsafe\, discriminatory conditions. \nOn July 17\, 2024—the 80th anniversary of the Port Chicago explosion—the Secretary of the Navy\, Carlos Del Toro issued a full exoneration to all 256 men charged with mutiny for refusing an illegal and unsafe order\, highlighting how profoundly overdue this acknowledgment truly was. \nThis program is free and open to teens and adults. No registration is required. \nFor additional information\, please contact Chelsea at chelsear@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1700.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/remembering-port-chicago-cyril-o-sheppard-2/
LOCATION:DeKalb Public Library\, 309 Oak St\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Event
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SUMMARY:After-hours Concert: Jazz in Progress May 2026
DESCRIPTION:Jazz in Progress joins the DeKalb Public Library for an after-hours concert that will feature different styles of big band and modern jazz music in the library’s main lobby! \nJazz in Progress (JIP) organized in 2012 to encourage local musicians to play jazz in support of its mission of musical\, charitable\, and educational purposes to advance the appreciation\, performance\, and history of jazz music and its related genres. Its membership includes a variety of talented musicians from the DeKalb County area. The ensemble also honors the practice of inviting local high school and college jazz musicians to sit in with the band\, giving young musicians an opportunity to gain more experience in playing jazz music. \nJIP is an official 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that puts funds raised back into local community music programs. Past recipients of JIP donations include the DeKalb\, Genoa-Kingston\, Hinckley-Big Rock\, Indian Creek and Sycamore music booster organizations\, as well as St. Mary’s-DeKalb and the DeKalb County Community Foundation. \nJIP has performed at benefit and fund-raising events and venues around the area including the St. Mary’s Lancer Legacy Ball\, Sycamore Natural History Museum’s Rockin’ for the Reptiles\, Stage Coach Theatre\, Sycamore Farmers Market\, Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital\, Artigras\, The House Café\, and Oak Crest Senior Proms. The band also has performed with the Celebration Chorale and at many other community and charity events. \nThis concert is free and open to all. No registration is required. Doors will open at 6:00 p.m. and music will begin at 6:30 p.m. \nFor additional information\, please contact Chelsea at chelsear@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1700.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/after-hours-concert-jazz-in-progress-may-2026/
LOCATION:DeKalb Public Library\, 309 Oak St\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free Event,Live Music
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