BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//DeKalb County Convention and Visitors Bureau - ECPv6.15.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for DeKalb County Convention and Visitors Bureau REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250213T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250213T180000 DTSTAMP:20260418T215129 CREATED:20241126T213439Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241127T212056Z UID:10001221-1739466000-1739469600@dekalbcountycvb.com SUMMARY:NIU Art Museum Presents: Cut to the Core DESCRIPTION:Illustrated lecture by assistant professor of visual communications Maria Grillo on building trust in yourself as a visual communicator and earning the trust of others. As a new full-time hire in the School of Art and Design\, Maria is also the president\, owner and creative director of Grillo Group\, LLC which is a communications design collaborative based in Chicago serving business\, education\, healthcare\, not for profit and cultural institutions. \nLocation: Altgeld Hall 125 \nThis lecture is in conjunction with the NIU Art Museum’s College of Visual and Performing Arts Faculty Biennial Exhibition. \nThe exhibitions and programs of the NIU Art Museum are sponsored in part by the Friends of the NIU Art Museum; the NIU Art and Culture Fee and the College of Visual and Performing Arts Season Presenting Sponsor Shaw Media and WNIJ/WNIU. URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/niu-art-museum-presents-cut-to-the-core/ LOCATION:Altgeld Hall\, 116 Altgeld Hall\, Dekalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult ORGANIZER;CN="NIU Art Museum":MAILTO:artmuseum@niu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250213T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250213T203000 DTSTAMP:20260418T215129 CREATED:20250131T210317Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T210317Z UID:10001398-1739473200-1739478600@dekalbcountycvb.com SUMMARY:Bubbles and Brushes DESCRIPTION:Grab your girls and come celebrate a favorite day of friendship – Galentine’s Day! Join Chelsea McGhee Studios for a Paint Night! Paint a bottle of prosecco + a champagne flute. Your night will include a bottle of La Marca Prosecco\, a champagne flute + and small sweet treats plus everything you need to paint!  This class is perfect for beginners as well as anyone with experience.  URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/bubbles-and-brushes/ LOCATION:Chelsea McGhee Studios\, 942 W. State Street\, Sycamore\, 60115\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult ORGANIZER;CN="Chelsea McGhee":MAILTO:chelsea@chelseamcghee.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250214T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250215T010000 DTSTAMP:20260418T215129 CREATED:20241230T221412Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241230T221414Z UID:10001294-1739559600-1739581200@dekalbcountycvb.com SUMMARY:Friday Night Line Dancing w/ DJ Dave DESCRIPTION:DJ Dave will be playing all the line dance & couple favorites! Try out Denim & Diamonds’ famous Apple Pie Shots for just $2. (There is always a $5 cover on Friday & Saturdays) URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/friday-night-line-dancing-w-dj-dave/2025-02-14/ LOCATION:Denim & Diamonds Saloon\, 425 W State St.\, Sycamore\, IL\, 60178\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250215T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250215T150000 DTSTAMP:20260418T215129 CREATED:20250120T180808Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250120T180809Z UID:10001366-1739624400-1739631600@dekalbcountycvb.com SUMMARY:Be My Gal Pal - A Galentine's Day Workshop DESCRIPTION:Join Blumen Gardens for “Be My Gal Pal – A Galentine’s Day Workshop”!  Immerse yourself in an afternoon of fun and friendship from 1-3 PM. Bring your besties or make new connections as you are guided through crafting delightful cocktails and creating beautiful flower arrangements. Plus\, indulge in a delectable grazing table filled with snacks – it’s all included! It’s the perfect blend of creativity\, laughter\, and the joy of sharing the moment with amazing women. Cheers to Galentine’s Day!  \n\n\n\nCancellations made 48+ hours before a class are eligible for a refund minus the processing fee. Cancellations made within 48 hours\, or no shows are non-refundable. URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/be-my-gal-pal-a-galentines-day-workshop/ LOCATION:Blumen Gardens\, 403 Edward St\, Sycamore\, IL\, 60178\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Be-My-Gal-Pal.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250219T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250219T140000 DTSTAMP:20260418T215129 CREATED:20250117T152334Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250117T174126Z UID:10001345-1739959200-1739973600@dekalbcountycvb.com SUMMARY:AARP Smart Driver Course - Day 1 DESCRIPTION:The DeKalb Township will host an AARP Safe Driver Course at their facility on February 19th & 20th. This 8-hour AARP Smart Driver course (split into 2 four-hour days) teaches valuable defensive driving strategies and provides a refresher of the rules of the road. Participants may also qualify for a multi-year automobile insurance discount by completing the course. Space is limited and attendees must pre-register for the course by calling the DeKalb Township at 815-758-8282. The classroom course costs $20 for AARP Members and $25 for non-members. Financial Assistance is available to qualifying DeKalb Township residents who are unable to pay the course fee. All inquiries about this course can be directed to Kimberly Barrios\, Administrative & Communications Lead for the DeKalb Township. URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/aarp-smart-driver-course-day-1-2/ LOCATION:IL CATEGORIES:Adult END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250220T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250220T140000 DTSTAMP:20260418T215129 CREATED:20250117T152553Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250117T174144Z UID:10001346-1740045600-1740060000@dekalbcountycvb.com SUMMARY:AARP Smart Driver Course - Day 2 DESCRIPTION:The DeKalb Township will host an AARP Safe Driver Course at their facility on February 19th & 20th. This 8-hour AARP Smart Driver course (split into 2 four-hour days) teaches valuable defensive driving strategies and provides a refresher of the rules of the road. Participants may also qualify for a multi-year automobile insurance discount by completing the course. Space is limited and attendees must pre-register for the course by calling the DeKalb Township at 815-758-8282. The classroom course costs $20 for AARP Members and $25 for non-members. Financial Assistance is available to qualifying DeKalb Township residents who are unable to pay the course fee. All inquiries about this course can be directed to Kimberly Barrios\, Administrative & Communications Lead for the DeKalb Township. URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/aarp-smart-driver-course-day-2-2/ LOCATION:IL CATEGORIES:Adult END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250221T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250221T200000 DTSTAMP:20260418T215129 CREATED:20250115T201236Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T201458Z UID:10001330-1740168000-1740168000@dekalbcountycvb.com SUMMARY:The Rocky Horror Picture Show DESCRIPTION: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 complications of the decadent morality of the 70’s\, represented in the person of the mad ‘doctor’ Frank N Furter\, a transvestite from the planet Transexual in the galaxy of Transylvania. Rated R – FOR MATURE AUDIENCES. URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/rocky-horror-picture-show/ LOCATION:Egyptian Theatre\, 135 North 2nd Street\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/RockyHorror400x320.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250222T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250222T140000 DTSTAMP:20260418T215129 CREATED:20250120T162321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250120T162322Z UID:10001360-1740214800-1740232800@dekalbcountycvb.com SUMMARY:Self-Care Fair DESCRIPTION:FREE | Come check out vendors to help you with self-care and health awareness. Wellness\, fun\, and health for women and men. Come ready to unwind and go home with inspiration and some new resources to help incorporate self-care into your routine. Vendors will have items for sale\, so come pamper yourself. The first 100 guests over 21\, enjoy a free mimosa as you relax and learn about self-care. \n\n\n\nVendorsIf you have a service\, demonstration or product that you’d like to share at this event and help spread the word about self-care or self-care resources\, contact Melissa at melissad@sycparks.org. \n\n\n\n$50 per booth and a donated raffle prize. URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/self-care-fair/ LOCATION:Sycamore Park District Community Center\, 480 Airport Rd\, Sycamore\, IL\, 60178 CATEGORIES:Adult ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Self-Care-Fair.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Sycamore Park District":MAILTO:info@sycparks.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250226T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250226T183000 DTSTAMP:20260418T215129 CREATED:20250218T223603Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250219T170804Z UID:10001423-1740591000-1740594600@dekalbcountycvb.com SUMMARY:Living History Presentation: Lucy Pettengill DESCRIPTION:Meet Lucy Pettengill\, resident of Peoria\, IL\, in March 1857. Learn about the struggles she and her fellow abolitionists encountered\, in order to assist freedom seekers on their way north. Hear the accounts of the efforts of the underground railroad activities from someone who was there! Mrs. Pettengill will share with you the details of the abolitionist movements and actions in Western Illinois\, and why her work was not only secret\, but dangerous.​ Lucy Pettengill will be portrayed by Laura Keyes\, Historic Voices. She is a librarian and historian who has been portraying historic women and lecturing on historical topics since 2008. URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/living-history-presentation-lucy-pettengill/ LOCATION:Malta Township Public Library\, 203 Adams St.\, Malta\, Illinois\, 60150\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult,Family Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Heading-15.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250228T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250301T010000 DTSTAMP:20260418T215129 CREATED:20241230T221412Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241230T221414Z UID:10001295-1740769200-1740790800@dekalbcountycvb.com SUMMARY:Friday Night Line Dancing w/ DJ Dave DESCRIPTION:DJ Dave will be playing all the line dance & couple favorites! Try out Denim & Diamonds’ famous Apple Pie Shots for just $2. (There is always a $5 cover on Friday & Saturdays) URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/friday-night-line-dancing-w-dj-dave/2025-02-28/ LOCATION:Denim & Diamonds Saloon\, 425 W State St.\, Sycamore\, IL\, 60178\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250301T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250301T230000 DTSTAMP:20260418T215129 CREATED:20250227T042209Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T042210Z UID:10001438-1740830400-1740870000@dekalbcountycvb.com SUMMARY:PJ's Crawfish Festival DESCRIPTION: URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/pjs-crawfish-festival/ LOCATION:PJ’s Courthouse Tavern\, 202 West State Street\, Sycamore\, IL\, 60178\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult,Family Friendly ORGANIZER;CN="PJ's Courthouse Tavern":MAILTO:INFO@PJSCOURTHOUSE.COM END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250301T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250301T160000 DTSTAMP:20260418T215129 CREATED:20250210T153616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T195852Z UID:10001410-1740837600-1740844800@dekalbcountycvb.com SUMMARY:Hygge Countdown to Spring DESCRIPTION:“In Denmark\, winters are especially long\, yet Danish people are considered some of the happiest in the world. They embrace the dark winter months with the joyful practice of Hygge (pronounced ‘HOO-gah’) meaning coziness\, candlelight\, nature\, and meeting with friends.” – Emma Mitchell from Making Winter: a Hygge-inspired Guide to Surviving the Winter Months. \nBeat the winter blues with an immersive experience focusing on intentional happiness and community with Scandinavian-inspired arts and crafts\, meditative coloring\, peaceful music\, and tasty treats. You’ll gain some tips to create “hygge\,” and choose from a selection of library books which inspire joy and relaxation to bring home. \nIn March\, we prepare for spring’s emergence by making a homemade cleaning spray scented with essential oils\, craft a frame with spring flowers\, paint a garden ornament\, and sip fruit and herbal teas flavored with local honey sticks provided by Big Red’s Heavenly Honey. \nThis program is intended for adults. No registration is required. \nFor additional information\, please contact Susan at susang@dkpl.org or (815) 756-9568 ext. 2114. URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/hygge-countdown-to-spring/ LOCATION:DeKalb Public Library\, 309 Oak St\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/spring-scaled.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="DeKalb Public Library":MAILTO:theresaw@dkpl.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250308T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250308T213000 DTSTAMP:20260418T215129 CREATED:20250114T182508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T182701Z UID:10001329-1741453200-1741469400@dekalbcountycvb.com SUMMARY:Murder Mystery Dinner DESCRIPTION:Join the Hinckley Festival Association to figure out “whodunit“ in a murder mystery dinner at The Brown Pub on Saturday\, March 8!\n \nThe ticket price is $50 per person for a buffet dinner and dessert and the murder mystery show. The proceeds will support the 2025 Hinckley Fireworks.\n \nGas raffle tickets will be available in addition to a 50/50 raffle (2nd prize will be 1 gas raffle ticket and 3rd prize a free drink at The Brown Pub) that will be drawn at the end of the event.\nCocktail hour starts at 5 PM\, with Act 1\, dinner\, and Act 2 to follow.\n \nRegister online (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hinckley-fireworks-fest-murder-mystery-dinner-tickets-1116020139279) or buy tickets in person at The Brown Pub! URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/murder-mystery-dinner/ LOCATION:The Brown Pub\, 200 Somonauk Road\, Hinckley\, IL\, 60520\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Murder-Mystery-2024-Save-the-Date.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250311T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250311T120000 DTSTAMP:20260418T215129 CREATED:20250212T223246Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T171232Z UID:10001420-1741687200-1741694400@dekalbcountycvb.com SUMMARY:Disability Awareness Training DESCRIPTION:The DeKalb County CVB & DeKalb County Economic Development Corporation invite you to attend a FREE event on disability awareness. This is an opportunity to enhance your understanding of accessibility and be a leader in fostering an inclusive environment. Join industry peers as we discuss best practices and innovative solutions. \n\n\n\nThis program will be presented by RAMP and each participant will receive a certificate for their business upon completion.Together\, we can and will make DeKalb County a better place to visit\, work\, and live. \n\n\n\n\n \n \n Registration form\n Disability Training registration \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n \n Company Website URL\n \n Industry TypeAdvertisingAgricultureBankingConstructionCreativesEducationEntertainmentFashionFinanceHospitalityMarketingRetailServicesTechnologyOtherDo you have any questions you would like to ask our speakers?Want to keep up-to-date with our latest news and announcements? Yes please!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease register by March 7th\, 2025 URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/disability-awareness-training/ LOCATION:Egyptian Theatre\, 135 North 2nd Street\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult,LGBTQ Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/DAT1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250311T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250311T160000 DTSTAMP:20260418T215129 CREATED:20250117T152743Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250117T174153Z UID:10001347-1741694400-1741708800@dekalbcountycvb.com SUMMARY:AARP Smart Driver Course - Day 1 DESCRIPTION:The DeKalb Township will host an AARP Safe Driver Course at their facility on March 11th & 12th. This 8-hour AARP Smart Driver course (split into 2 four-hour days) teaches valuable defensive driving strategies and provides a refresher of the rules of the road. Participants may also qualify for a multi-year automobile insurance discount by completing the course. Space is limited and attendees must pre-register for the course by calling the DeKalb Township at 815-758-8282. The classroom course costs $20 for AARP Members and $25 for non-members. Financial Assistance is available to qualifying DeKalb Township residents who are unable to pay the course fee. All inquiries about this course can be directed to Kimberly Barrios\, Administrative & Communications Lead for the DeKalb Township. URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/aarp-smart-driver-course-day-1-3/ LOCATION:IL CATEGORIES:Adult END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250312T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250312T160000 DTSTAMP:20260418T215129 CREATED:20250117T152903Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250117T174207Z UID:10001348-1741780800-1741795200@dekalbcountycvb.com SUMMARY:AARP Smart Driver Course - Day 2 DESCRIPTION:The DeKalb Township will host an AARP Safe Driver Course at their facility on March 11th & 12th. This 8-hour AARP Smart Driver course (split into 2 four-hour days) teaches valuable defensive driving strategies and provides a refresher of the rules of the road. Participants may also qualify for a multi-year automobile insurance discount by completing the course. Space is limited and attendees must pre-register for the course by calling the DeKalb Township at 815-758-8282. The classroom course costs $20 for AARP Members and $25 for non-members. Financial Assistance is available to qualifying DeKalb Township residents who are unable to pay the course fee. All inquiries about this course can be directed to Kimberly Barrios\, Administrative & Communications Lead for the DeKalb Township. URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/aarp-smart-driver-course-day-2-3/ LOCATION:IL CATEGORIES:Adult END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250314T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250315T010000 DTSTAMP:20260418T215129 CREATED:20241230T221412Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241230T221414Z UID:10001296-1741978800-1742000400@dekalbcountycvb.com SUMMARY:Friday Night Line Dancing w/ DJ Dave DESCRIPTION:DJ Dave will be playing all the line dance & couple favorites! Try out Denim & Diamonds’ famous Apple Pie Shots for just $2. (There is always a $5 cover on Friday & Saturdays) URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/friday-night-line-dancing-w-dj-dave/2025-03-14/ LOCATION:Denim & Diamonds Saloon\, 425 W State St.\, Sycamore\, IL\, 60178\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250315T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250315T140000 DTSTAMP:20260418T215129 CREATED:20250218T214625Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250218T214909Z UID:10001421-1742029200-1742047200@dekalbcountycvb.com SUMMARY:St. Fatty's Day .1K Fun Run DESCRIPTION:Join 102.3 The Coyote and Fatty’s Pub and Grille for a hilarious and laid-back fun event at Fatty’s March 15th with our .1K Fun Run! Lace up your sneakers for this short\, fun run that’s more about laughs than speed. Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or just in it for the chance to say you ran a race\, this event is for everyone 21 and older. Don’t miss out on the chance to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in a unique\, fun way! See you at the finish line! PLUS proceeds Benefit Tails Humane Society!Come dressed in your best St. Patty’s Day costume for a chance to win prizes plus win prizes for 1st\, 2nd and LAST PLACE finish in the race! Stay for the live music afterward. Rain or shine\, must be 21 years of age. Timeline:9am – Bar opens10am – Race starts10:05am – Costume Contest\, Race Winners Announced\, Live Music2pm – Official event ends … but you can stay and drink…and eatSign up NOW: https: http://point1k.eventbrite.com/Register before Feb 28th to gaurantee your t-shirt! URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/st-fattys-day-1k-fun-run/ LOCATION:Fatty’s Pub and Grille\, 1312 W Lincoln Hwy\,\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115 CATEGORIES:Adult ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Screen-Shot-2025-02-18-at-11.48.07-AM.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250315T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250315T160000 DTSTAMP:20260418T215129 CREATED:20250210T154247Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T214737Z UID:10001416-1742047200-1742054400@dekalbcountycvb.com SUMMARY:Cooking Mediterranean: Appetizers DESCRIPTION:Cook well\, eat well\, be well! \nDr. Andrea Azar will lead an introductory course and cooking demonstration on authentic Mediterranean cuisine\, informed by her 45 years of experience learning about and cooking Mediterranean and Middle Eastern food around the world. \nThis class will feature three recipes in total\, including hummus and baba ghanoush\, and all participants will be able to sample the ingredients and finished products throughout this interactive class. Learn new cooking techniques and flavor combinations that can become part of your everyday routine! \nThis free class requires registration as supplies are limited. It is intended for adults. \nThis program is sponsored by the DeKalb Kiwanis Club’s “Healthy Mind in a Healthy Body” initiative. \nFor additional information or help with registration\, please contact Chelsea at chelsear@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1700. URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/cooking-mediterranean-appetizers/ LOCATION:DeKalb Public Library\, 309 Oak St\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/03-15-cooking.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="DeKalb Public Library":MAILTO:theresaw@dkpl.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250316T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250316T170000 DTSTAMP:20260418T215129 CREATED:20250120T164338Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250120T164339Z UID:10001362-1742130000-1742144400@dekalbcountycvb.com SUMMARY:St. Patrick's Day Party DESCRIPTION:It’s the time of year we become a little Irish! The Warehouse on Park is hosting their 2nd annual St. Patrick’s party with great food\, signature cocktails & beers\, as well as amazing music! \n\n\n\nSteely O’ James & the Irish Lassie from nationally performing act Barley Priest will be on stage from 2-5! \n\n\n\n21 & over eventBar opens at 1 music 2-5 \n\n\n\nNo outside food or drinks allowedNo pets URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/st-patricks-day-party/ LOCATION:Warehouse on Park\, 662 Park Ave\, Genoa\, IL\, 60135\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250319T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250319T200000 DTSTAMP:20260418T215129 CREATED:20250318T200938Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T170518Z UID:10001477-1742403600-1742414400@dekalbcountycvb.com SUMMARY:Public Reception DESCRIPTION:Public Opening Reception for four new shows at the NIU Art Museum: “Surrealist Classics from the Museum Collection\,” “Windows to the Subconscious” a national juried exhibition exploring dreams and nightmares\, “Phantasmagraphica: The Early Psychedelic Work of Douglas Binder or The Nightmares of alienation in post-industrial England” and “A Deb Sokolow Sampler: 20 Years of Speculative Drawing.” URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/public-reception/ LOCATION:NIU Altgeld Hall\, 116 Altgeld Hall\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult ORGANIZER;CN="NIU Art Museum":MAILTO:artmuseum@niu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250320T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250320T190000 DTSTAMP:20260418T215129 CREATED:20250219T173053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250219T173054Z UID:10001424-1742497200-1742497200@dekalbcountycvb.com SUMMARY:Moms Unhinged Stand Up Comedy Show DESCRIPTION:Join Moms Unhinged for a night of laughter as they explore everything from motherhood\, midlife crisis\, marriage\, divorce\, online dating\, and other things that irritate us. Men are welcome to the show\, too. Moms Unhinged has been selling out shows all over the country and is coming to DeKalb for a special performance. They do clean (ish) comedy and this is a fun night out with your girlfriends\, drinking club (I mean book club)\, neighborhood group or your own mom. \n\n\n\nPerforming:  Colleen Brennan\, Jene’ Suplee\, and headliner Stephanie McHughHeadliner Stephanie McHugh has been featured on Nick at Nite’s TV Show “America’s Funniest Mom” and regularly performs on cruise ships and all over the countryAdult themes and language – 21+ URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/moms-unhinged-stand-up-comedy-show/ LOCATION:Egyptian Theatre\, 135 North 2nd Street\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250328T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250329T010000 DTSTAMP:20260418T215129 CREATED:20241230T221412Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241230T221414Z UID:10001297-1743188400-1743210000@dekalbcountycvb.com SUMMARY:Friday Night Line Dancing w/ DJ Dave DESCRIPTION:DJ Dave will be playing all the line dance & couple favorites! Try out Denim & Diamonds’ famous Apple Pie Shots for just $2. (There is always a $5 cover on Friday & Saturdays) URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/friday-night-line-dancing-w-dj-dave/2025-03-28/ LOCATION:Denim & Diamonds Saloon\, 425 W State St.\, Sycamore\, IL\, 60178\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250405T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250405T213000 DTSTAMP:20260418T215129 CREATED:20250317T183931Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T184442Z UID:10001476-1743879600-1743888600@dekalbcountycvb.com SUMMARY:Prom Rewind DESCRIPTION:Why should youth be wasted on the young? It’s time to do Prom night right – the way you wish you could have in high school. Join us for Prom Rewind. All proceeds benefit Barb Food Mart\, so this is your chance to support DeKalb’s youth while recapturing your own. \n\n\n\nTICKETS$40 General Admission \n\n\n\n$50 Premium Package Ticket (can only be purchased in increments of two)Includes general admission ticket. One Prom Rewind souvenir frame and a photo ticket per pair. URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/prom-rewind-25/ LOCATION:Egyptian Theatre\, 135 North 2nd Street\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult,LGBTQ Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Prom_KMP24-79.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250411T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250412T010000 DTSTAMP:20260418T215129 CREATED:20241230T221412Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241230T221414Z UID:10001298-1744398000-1744419600@dekalbcountycvb.com SUMMARY:Friday Night Line Dancing w/ DJ Dave DESCRIPTION:DJ Dave will be playing all the line dance & couple favorites! Try out Denim & Diamonds’ famous Apple Pie Shots for just $2. (There is always a $5 cover on Friday & Saturdays) URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/friday-night-line-dancing-w-dj-dave/2025-04-11/ LOCATION:Denim & Diamonds Saloon\, 425 W State St.\, Sycamore\, IL\, 60178\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250412T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250412T230000 DTSTAMP:20260418T215129 CREATED:20250218T220443Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250218T220444Z UID:10001422-1744462800-1744498800@dekalbcountycvb.com SUMMARY:Roper Romp DESCRIPTION:COMING APRIL 12TH\, 2025 DEKALB\, IL!HELEN & LARRY LUAU!!!🌴🧉🌴🧉🌴🧉🌴🧉🌴🧉🌴🧉🌴🧉🌴🧉 \n\n\n\nMEN:Got a Hairy Chest\, Sideburns or a slight 70 big hair to show off⁉️Wear your Hawaiian shirt to get leis! 👕 \n\n\n\nWOMEN:HAWAIIAN HELENS! Leis\, Hawaiian Caftans & don’t forget about the flowers in your red hair!🌺🌸🌺🌸🌺🌸🌺📿🌺🌸🌺🌸🌺🌸🌺 \n\n\n\nMark your calendar for April 12! Kick off the ROMP with some drinks\, snacks\, shopping\, giveaways & new friendships at the Egyptian Theatre from 1-3pm.  \n\n\n\nAt 3pm all Helens and Larrys will hit downtown DeKalb and enjoy a variety of food\, drink and shopping specials throughout downtown businesses.  \n\n\n\n📿 “In a World of Karens\, Be a Helen!” URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/roper-romp-3/ LOCATION:IL CATEGORIES:Adult,Free Event,LGBTQ Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/inbound7429488003046956114.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250413T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250413T160000 DTSTAMP:20260418T215129 CREATED:20250310T163324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T205250Z UID:10001456-1744552800-1744560000@dekalbcountycvb.com SUMMARY:Hygge (HOO-gah) Happiness DESCRIPTION:Hygge (pronounced ‘HOO-gah’) means coziness\, candlelight\, nature\, and meeting with friends. DeKalb Public Library’s Hygge gatherings focus on intentional happiness and community through arts and crafts\, coloring\, trivia\, peaceful music\, and hot cocoa and tea (bring your favorite mug\, if desired.) \nFor April\, they’ll start seeds\, decorate eggs\, and make windchimes. \nThis program is intended for adults. No registration is required. \n*Making Winter: a Hygge-inspired Guide to Surviving the Winter Months – Emma Mitchell. \nLocal honey provided by Big Red’s Heavenly Honey. \nFor additional information\, please contact Susan at susang@dkpl.org or (815) 756-9568 ext. 2114. URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/hygge-hoo-gah-happiness/ LOCATION:DeKalb Public Library\, 309 Oak St\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/hygge.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="DeKalb Public Library":MAILTO:theresaw@dkpl.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250416T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250416T153000 DTSTAMP:20260418T215129 CREATED:20250321T153207Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T204611Z UID:10001546-1744801200-1744817400@dekalbcountycvb.com SUMMARY:NIU Wellness Fair DESCRIPTION:Save the Date – Counseling and Consultation Services and Employee Well-being proudly presents NIU’s annual Wellness Fair hosted on Wednesday\, April 16th from 11:00 am – 3:00 pm in the Holmes Student Center’s Duke Ellington Ballroom.  All are invited to attend and engage in the variety of free opportunities offered at the fair. Campus and community partners will provide attendees with interactive activities\, services\, and information focused on “Healthy Body\, Healthy Mind and Healthy Spirit.” Additional interactive wellness opportunities include free workshops featuring healthy eating\, fitness tips\, mental health support training\, and more. A release for staff will be granted and more information will be announced in the following weeks. The NIU Wellness Fair is offered in partnership with and sponsorship by the Presidential Commission on Well-being. \n \nInterested in hosting a table at the fair? Contact Employeewellbeing@niu.edu for more information. URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/niu-wellness-fair/ LOCATION:NIU Holmes Student Center\, 340 Carroll Avenue\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult,Family Friendly,Free Event,LGBTQ Friendly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/NIU_vert_3Clr.png ORGANIZER;CN="NIU Employee Well-being":MAILTO:employeeassistance@niu.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250425T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250426T010000 DTSTAMP:20260418T215129 CREATED:20241230T221412Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241230T221414Z UID:10001299-1745607600-1745629200@dekalbcountycvb.com SUMMARY:Friday Night Line Dancing w/ DJ Dave DESCRIPTION:DJ Dave will be playing all the line dance & couple favorites! Try out Denim & Diamonds’ famous Apple Pie Shots for just $2. (There is always a $5 cover on Friday & Saturdays) URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/friday-night-line-dancing-w-dj-dave/2025-04-25/ LOCATION:Denim & Diamonds Saloon\, 425 W State St.\, Sycamore\, IL\, 60178\, United States CATEGORIES:Adult END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250506T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250506T140000 DTSTAMP:20260418T215129 CREATED:20250117T153209Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250117T174220Z UID:10001349-1746525600-1746540000@dekalbcountycvb.com SUMMARY:AARP Smart Driver Course - Day 1 DESCRIPTION:The DeKalb Township will host an AARP Safe Driver Course at their facility on May 6th & 7th. This 8-hour AARP Smart Driver course (split into 2 four-hour days) teaches valuable defensive driving strategies and provides a refresher of the rules of the road. Participants may also qualify for a multi-year automobile insurance discount by completing the course. Space is limited and attendees must pre-register for the course by calling the DeKalb Township at 815-758-8282. The classroom course costs $20 for AARP Members and $25 for non-members. Financial Assistance is available to qualifying DeKalb Township residents who are unable to pay the course fee. All inquiries about this course can be directed to Kimberly Barrios\, Administrative & Communications Lead for the DeKalb Township. URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/aarp-smart-driver-course-day-1-4/ LOCATION:IL CATEGORIES:Adult END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR