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SUMMARY:Memorial Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:The parade will be held in downtown DeKalb on Memorial Day\, Monday\, May 25\, at 9 a.m.\, with lineup beginning at 8:30 a.m. The parade will travel west down Locust Street\, DeKalb’s honorary Veterans Way\, and past the DeKalb Veterans Memorial Mural. It will then proceed north on Linden Place to the Ellwood House. Join this enhanced Memorial Day parade as we commemorate the 250th Anniversary of the nation’s founding and salute America’s greatest heroes.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/memorial-day-parade-program/
LOCATION:Ellwood House\, 420 Linden Place\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:America 250
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SUMMARY:Music the Native Way
DESCRIPTION:In this program\, Kim Sigafus McIver will present on the history of Native instruments and their use. The drum\, rain stick\, and flute will be introduced\, and attendees will be invited to play an instrument and learn a song. Everyone will also receive a handout of music to take home. A brief Q&A will follow the presentation. \nKim Sigafus McIver is an award-winning Ojibwe author and speaker. \nThis event is part of the America 250 initiative\, celebrating our nation throughout the year. \nThis program is for all ages. No registration is required. It is sponsored by the Kishwaukee-DeKalb Kiwanis Club. \nFor additional information\, please contact Chelsea at chelsear@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1700.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/music-the-native-way/
LOCATION:DeKalb Public Library\, 309 Oak St\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:America 250
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ORGANIZER;CN="DeKalb Public Library":MAILTO:theresaw@dkpl.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260621T113000
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SUMMARY:Free Breakfasts for Veterans
DESCRIPTION:Continuing through 2026\, the DeKalb Moose Lodge will be offering all veterans a free breakfast on the third Sunday of each month.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/free-breakfasts-for-veterans/2026-06-21/
LOCATION:DeKalb Moose Lodge\, 1231 E Lincoln Hwy.\,\, DeKalb\, Illinois\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:America 250
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T220000
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SUMMARY:Hinckley Good Time for All Festival - Fireworks at Dark
DESCRIPTION:Hinckley Good Time for All Festival. \nFireworks at Dark – Activities in the Afternoon. \nFind more details as the event approaches at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100069410888832
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/hinckley-good-time-for-all-festival-fireworks-at-dark/
LOCATION:Hinckley High School\, 700 E Lincoln Ave\, Hinckley\, IL\, 60520\, United States
CATEGORIES:America 250,Family Friendly,Free Event,Volunteer Opportunity
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SUMMARY:78th Annual Kirkland 4th of July Festival
DESCRIPTION:Three-day festival\, Kirkland 4th of July will host its 78th annual event at Franklin Township Park starting July 2nd\, 2026. This event brings us together every year with live music\, carnival rides\, vendors\, games\, a parade\, car and tractor show\, and of course fireworks! This year’s live performances will feature Ethan Larson\, Back Country Roads\, Six Pack Band\, Back Forward Band and more. The festival will close out on the night of Saturday\, July 4th with one of Northern Illinois’ best fireworks shows. You won’t want to miss it! View the schedules below.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/78th-annual-kirkland-4th-of-july-festival/
LOCATION:Franklin Township Park\, 250 W. South St\, Kirkland\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:America 250,Family Friendly,Live Music
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SUMMARY:Shabbona 4th of July Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Village of Shabbona’s 4th of July craft fair\, parade and festival is an annual event. Start your day off with the Shabbona Fire Protection District’s pancake breakfast at the Fire Barn\, then mosey around Purdy Park and check out all the crafters beginning at 8am. Stick around and view the parade at noon and enjoy all the festival activities. Fireworks are at Shabbona Lake State Park and begin at dusk.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/shabbona-4th-of-july-festival-2026/
LOCATION:Purdy Park\, 205 E Navaho Ave\, Shabbona\, IL\, 60550\, United States
CATEGORIES:America 250,Family Friendly
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SUMMARY:America 250 Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:One County\, One Nation: America 250 Ceremony \n\n\n\nJoin the DeKalb County Community as we commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States! The ceremony will include a public reading of the Declaration of Independence and is envisioned as a community-focused event celebrating our shared history and civic values.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/america-250-ceremony/
LOCATION:DeKalb County Courthouse\, 133 W State St\, Sycamore\, IL\, 60178\, United States
CATEGORIES:America 250
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SUMMARY:Reading of Declaration of Independence
DESCRIPTION:Join with citizens across the country in a simultaneous reading the Declaration of Independence at the Hinckley Community Building.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/reading-of-declaration-of-independence/
LOCATION:Hinckley Community Building\, 100 N. Maple Street\, Hinckley\,\, Illinois
CATEGORIES:America 250
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260719T113000
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CREATED:20260302T192918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T192921Z
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SUMMARY:Free Breakfasts for Veterans
DESCRIPTION:Continuing through 2026\, the DeKalb Moose Lodge will be offering all veterans a free breakfast on the third Sunday of each month.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/free-breakfasts-for-veterans/2026-07-19/
LOCATION:DeKalb Moose Lodge\, 1231 E Lincoln Hwy.\,\, DeKalb\, Illinois\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:America 250
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260726T150000
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SUMMARY:Turning Back Time Car Show
DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate the 26th Anniversary of the Fizz Ehrler Memorial Turning Back Time Car Show in downtown Sycamore on Sunday\, July 26\, 2026\, from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM. \n\n\n\nThis is one of the largest car shows in the Midwest and truly a must-do summer tradition. \n\n\n\nEnjoy:• Classic cars and amazing vehicles• Family fun for all ages• Great food and local vendors• Games\, activities\, and entertainment \n\n\n\nThey are a nonprofit organization\, and every dollar raised goes right back into the community through local charities and student scholarships. \n\n\n\nJoin as they also celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary with a day full of fun\, pride\, and community spirit. \n\n\n\nFor full details\, visit: www.turningbacktimecarshow.org
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/turning-back-time-car-show-2026/
LOCATION:Downtown Sycamore\, Sycamore\, Illlinois\, 60178
CATEGORIES:America 250,Family Friendly,Free Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260805T193000
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SUMMARY:Power of Songs
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the Power of Songs in our democracy with Illinois musician Chris Vallillo in the Hinckley Community Building.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/power-of-songs/
LOCATION:Hinckley Community Building\, 120 N Maple St.\,\, Hinckley\, Illinois\, 60520\, United States
CATEGORIES:America 250,Live Music
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SUMMARY:Free Breakfasts for Veterans
DESCRIPTION:Continuing through 2026\, the DeKalb Moose Lodge will be offering all veterans a free breakfast on the third Sunday of each month.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/free-breakfasts-for-veterans/2026-08-16/
LOCATION:DeKalb Moose Lodge\, 1231 E Lincoln Hwy.\,\, DeKalb\, Illinois\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:America 250
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SUMMARY:Free Breakfasts for Veterans
DESCRIPTION:Continuing through 2026\, the DeKalb Moose Lodge will be offering all veterans a free breakfast on the third Sunday of each month.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/free-breakfasts-for-veterans/2026-09-20/
LOCATION:DeKalb Moose Lodge\, 1231 E Lincoln Hwy.\,\, DeKalb\, Illinois\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:America 250
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SUMMARY:Free Breakfasts for Veterans
DESCRIPTION:Continuing through 2026\, the DeKalb Moose Lodge will be offering all veterans a free breakfast on the third Sunday of each month.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/free-breakfasts-for-veterans/2026-10-18/
LOCATION:DeKalb Moose Lodge\, 1231 E Lincoln Hwy.\,\, DeKalb\, Illinois\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:America 250
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261115T113000
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SUMMARY:Free Breakfasts for Veterans
DESCRIPTION:Continuing through 2026\, the DeKalb Moose Lodge will be offering all veterans a free breakfast on the third Sunday of each month.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/free-breakfasts-for-veterans/2026-11-15/
LOCATION:DeKalb Moose Lodge\, 1231 E Lincoln Hwy.\,\, DeKalb\, Illinois\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:America 250
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261220T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261220T113000
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SUMMARY:Free Breakfasts for Veterans
DESCRIPTION:Continuing through 2026\, the DeKalb Moose Lodge will be offering all veterans a free breakfast on the third Sunday of each month.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/free-breakfasts-for-veterans/2026-12-20/
LOCATION:DeKalb Moose Lodge\, 1231 E Lincoln Hwy.\,\, DeKalb\, Illinois\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:America 250
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