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Annual Pumpkin Festival
The historic Sycamore Pumpkin Festival takes place on October 27-31. Thousands of pumpkins, all painted or carved for judging, decorate the courthouse lawn, and food vendors dish up pumpkin pie, caramel apples and other fall favorites. Also in this pumpkin patch: two arts-and-crafts shows, carnival rides, a historic house walk, 10K Pumpkin Run road race […]
Jonamac Orchard Food Trucks and Live Music
Jonamac Orchard Food Trucks and Live Music
Join us at Jonamac Orchard every weekend for food truck starting at 11am, and live music from 1-4pm in our Band Shell
Whiskey Acres Food & Music
Whiskey Acres Food & Music
Join Whiskey Acres every Friday – Sunday for live music and food trucks! View artists and food trucks by clicking here Typical schedule as follows: Friday: 5:00-8:00pm Saturday: 3:00-8:00pm Sunday: 2:00-5:00pm
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Artist-in-Residence: Soft Block Printing with Molly Walker
Artist-in-Residence: Soft Block Printing with Molly Walker
Join local artist Molly Walker to explore printmaking. Molly will demonstrate live at 2:00pm how she carves linoleum blocks and experiments with inks and patterns. Molly’s printmaking, acrylic painting, and photography works will be on display. Attendees will be able to carve their own soft block to take home and create some printed art (while […]
Pumpkin Smash’n’Bash
Pumpkin Smash’n’Bash
Bring your carved Halloween pumpkin to Hopkins Sled Hill for pumpkin roll competitions and smash stations! Have fun smashing your pumpkin and turning it into compost that will help nourish plants in the spring. Each participant must be registered, but spectators are welcome. Staff asks participants to remove any candles and glow sticks beforehand. Non-carved […]
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Veterans Day Ceremony
Veterans Day Ceremony
Pre- Veteran's Day Event* - Kishwaukee College Veterans Day Ceremony at the Student Center November 10 - 11:00 AM Kishwaukee College - Malta, IL 2022 Order of Events Presidential Welcome - Dr. Laurie S. Borowicz National Anthem - Ethan Rutten Pledge of Allegiance - Whitney Dulzo Recognition of Service & Moment of Silence - Delaney Hood Musical Performance DeKalb […]
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Veterans’ Day Ceremony – DeKalb
Veterans’ Day Ceremony – DeKalb
Veterans Day for the year 2022 is celebrated and observed on Friday, November 11th. Veterans Day is a United States federal holiday that honors all military veterans who have served in the U.S. military and is observed annually on November 11. The Day coincides with Remembrance Day and Armistice Day which marks the anniversary of the end of World War I (ended […]
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Dark Art and Oddities Con
The 2022 Dark Art and Oddities Con is a convention showcasing the most unique vendors and artists! It is like Black Friday for the truly odd and unique people on your holiday list, yourself included! This year, we are excited to welcome Santiago Cirilo, best known as "Julio" in AMC's hit series, The Walking Dead! […]
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Homeschool Happenings: Dinovember
Homeschool Happenings: Dinovember
Dinosaurs are invading the library! It’s up to you to stop them from destroying everything…or maybe help them with their shenanigans. Enjoy a fun day of dinosaur crafts, stories, and activities.This program is free and intended for children. No registration is required.For additional information, please contact Theresa at theresaw@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.
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Teen and STEM Café: Science of Cultural Foods
Teen and STEM Café: Science of Cultural Foods
Explore how geography impacts the dishes served in a region. Chat with experts, meet fellow teens who are interested in science and technology – and enjoy free pizza!This free presentation is for all ages. Registration via phone or email is required.For additional information or to register, please contact Susan at susang@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 […]
Turkey Dinner
Turkey Dinner
Turkey Dinner to include: HoKa Roasted Turkey, Homemade Stuffing, Mashed Potatoes/Gravy, Candied Carrots, Homemade Cranberry Sauce, Honey HIll Apple Pie. Drive Thru Only. Cash or Check made out to Shabbona Community Church, No credit cards. $16/dinner
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OCB Midwest States
OCB Midwest States
Event ticket includes pre-judging and awards; all day access. Categories Include: 100% Drug Tested, Unconditional OCB Pro Qualifier Women's Figure (Novice, Open, and Master's 40+) Women's Bikini (Novice, Open, and Master's 40+) Men's Bodybuilding (Novice, Open, and Master's 40+) Men's Physique (Novice, Open, and Master's 40+) Men's Classic Physique (Novice, Open, and Master's 40+). For more information […]
Family Fun Science: Robotics
Family Fun Science: Robotics
Let’s play and learn with robots! This month’s Family Fun Science features a visit from Crowbotics, the DeKalb High School Robotics Club. They will demo their robot, and then we’ll all play with some of the library’s robots.We have space in this program for 10 families. There is no registration; the first ten families to […]
Take a Hike, Change a Life
Take a Hike, Change a Life
Take a Hike, Change a Life is an Adventure Works fundraiser to support our programs and organization. The event will include 2 hikes (your choice of 1 or both), a firepit with s'mores, cookies and coffee, an obstacle course for the kids, and more!
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Neighbor’s House Giving Thanks 5K
Neighbor’s House Giving Thanks 5K
This Thanksgiving morning run helps provide over 200 DeKalb County students with literacy and homework help throughout the school year.
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The Polar Express at the Egyptian Theatre
The Polar Express at the Egyptian Theatre
This is the story of a young hero boy who boards on a powerful magical train that’s headed to the North Pole and Santa Claus’ home on Christmas Eve night. During this ride, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery which shows him that the wonder of life never fades for those who believe. Movie […]
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Homeschool Happenings: Minecraft
Homeschool Happenings: Minecraft
Whether you love to mine or craft, this day is for you! Explore the world of Minecraft with themed activities and crafts. Bring your diamond pickaxe and dig into this session.This program is free and intended for children. No registration is required.For additional information, please contact Theresa at theresaw@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.
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Genoa-Kingston Christmas Craft Walk
Shop for handcrafted treasures at the 48th annual Genoa-Kingston Christmas Craft Walk on Dec. 1-3, 2022! Visit each home, business, and organization on the map to discover one-of-a-kind holiday décor, gifts, and tasty treats. Over 90 local crafters, artisans, and bakers will be at 15 locations throughout Genoa and Kingston. Stop by OpenDoor Coffee in […]
Winterfest
Winterfest
Plan to join us for our annual Winterfest. We'd love to see you again to celebrate winter both outdoors and in.
Lights on Lincoln & Santa Comes to Town
Lights on Lincoln & Santa Comes to Town
Celebrate the start of the holiday season in Downtown DeKalb with Lights on Lincoln and Santa Comes to Town! Enjoy holiday lights that line the streets and wave to Santa as he rides through Downtown DeKalb. Santa’s route will start at 6PM. Enjoy a Christmas tree lighting with hot chocolate and caroling in Van Buer […]
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Celebrate the Season
Celebrate the Season
Hometown traditions are back! Celebrate the Season on Friday, December 2nd we will be hosting the 21st Annual Jingle Bell Walking Parade, Santa's Arrival, tree lighting ceremony, wagon rides, Petting Zoo, free pictures with Santa, candy canes and a coloring contest!
Bundle up and bring the entire family downtown Sycamore on Friday, December 2!! Join us as we welcome Santa to Sycamore. At 4p.m. the evening starts off with a free Holiday movie, The Polar Express, at the Sycamore Theater At 6p.m. the Sycamore Fire Department will escort Santa and Ms. Claus to the Sycamore Theater. […]
Celebration Chorale Christmas Cantata – “The Promise of Light”
Celebration Chorale Christmas Cantata – “The Promise of Light”
The Celebration Chorale announces its upcoming annual Christmas cantata, “The Promise of Light,” which will be presented at 7:00 p.m. Friday and Saturday, December 2nd and 3rd, and Sunday, December 4th at 2:00 p.m. The production will be held at First United Methodist Church, 317 North 4th Street in DeKalb. The musical created by Joel […]
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Santa Visits in DeKalb
Santa Visits in DeKalb
Visit with Santa inside his house to share your Christmas wishes! Take a picture with Santa, drop off your Christmas list, and take home a candy cane. Santa’s house is located in Van Buer Plaza at the corner of 2nd and Locust Street in Downtown DeKalb across from the The Confectionary.
A Merry Little Sandwich Christmas
A Merry Little Sandwich Christmas
This FREE community favorite holiday event will kick off with a tree lighting ceremony at 4:30 pm. Visit local downtown businesses for family friendly festivities!
Celebration Chorale Christmas Cantata – “The Promise of Light”
Celebration Chorale Christmas Cantata – “The Promise of Light”
The Celebration Chorale announces its upcoming annual Christmas cantata, “The Promise of Light,” which will be presented at 7:00 p.m. Friday and Saturday, December 2nd and 3rd, and Sunday, December 4th at 2:00 p.m. The production will be held at First United Methodist Church, 317 North 4th Street in DeKalb. The musical created by Joel […]
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Neighbor’s House Giving Thanks 5K
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