Get ready for a shopping adventure like no other! Join Blumen Gardens and so many others for the Shop Small Crawl and discover the hidden gems of DeKalb County! Lace up your shopping shoes and explore a world of local treasures as you hop from one unique business to another! Bring your friends, family, and […]
Come visit with Santa and his reindeer, pick out the perfect pine, and gift shop from small businesses! Whispering Pines Reindeer Ranch is offering pre-cut and u-cut trees. They will also be open for tree sales Dec. 8th 11am-2pm.
The historic J.F. Glidden Homestead & Historical Center will host its “Holiday at the Homestead” open house on Sunday, December 1, from 12-4 p.m. at the museum, 921 W. Lincoln Highway, DeKalb. Events include a children’s story time and live music in the decorated historic home. “Annie’s Story Time,” in partnership with DeKalb Public Library, […]
Released in 1946, the film stars James Stewart as George Bailey, a man who has given up his dreams in order to help others, and whose imminent suicide on Christmas Eve brings about the intervention of his guardian angel, Clarence Odbody (Henry Travers). Clarence shows George all the lives he has touched and how different […]
The Town of Cortland and Cortland Community Library will be decorating and creating an inviting space in-between both buildings this year for the holiday season! All ages event with holiday music, a Christmas movie, craft, hot chocolate, cookies, and of course candy canes! The event is free, so save the date for a fun celebration […]
Shop for handcrafted treasures at the 50th annual Genoa-Kingston Christmas Craft Walk on Dec. 5 – Dec. 7, 2024! Visit each home, business, and organization on the map to discover one-of-a-kind holiday décor, gifts, and tasty treats. Over 100 local crafters, artisans, and bakers will be at 17 locations throughout Genoa and Kingston. Visit at […]
Join the DeKalb Chamber of Commerce for Lights on Lincoln & Santa Comes to Town – an enchanting night to welcome the holiday spirit! Stroll through Downtown DeKalb as sparkling lights line the streets, and wave to Santa himself as he travels through Downtown DeKalb. Welcome Santa as he stops in front of the Egyptian […]
Get ready for some holiday magic at the NIU Convocation Center! Holiday Dreams: A Spectacular Family Cirque show is gearing up to make your season bright on Friday, Dec. 6! Holiday Dreams , A Spectacular Holiday Cirque! is a ground-breaking holiday show that incorporates acrobats, aerialists, comedians, daredevils and award-winning specialty acts performing incredible feats using […]
DeKalb, IL — This December, the heart of Downtown Dekalb will transform into a magical winter wonderland for one special evening! On Friday, December 6th, from 5:30 to 7:30 PM, the storefront windows of downtown businesses will be brought to life with the enchanting performances of Dimensions Youth Ballet dancers for ‘Once Upon a Tutu’. […]
Join Celebrate the Season! The evening kicks off at 6pm with the 23rd annual Jingle Bell Parade bringing Santa Claus to town! After the parade and tree lighting stroll up and down Main Street and enjoy FREE treats from local businesses, make crafts, warm up near a warming fire and get a festive wagon ride!
This weekend will get you in the Holiday spirit! Join Sandwich Park District for a festive shopping experience. Find a gift for your loved ones at the Holiday Lane Craft show and home business market. There is no admission charge for this show.
Bring your Christmas spirit to life with a visit to Santa in his cozy house! Share your holiday wishes, snap a festive photo, and drop off your Christmas list straight into Santa’s hands. Don’t forget to take home a sweet candy cane as a special treat! Santa’s house is free to attend. Santa’s house is […]
The DeKalb County History Center is saying thank you to the community with a free Holiday Open House! On December 7 from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m., the Open House will feature free tours of the exhibit “FOOD: Gathering Around the Table.” Along with free tours, visitors will find hot chocolate, snacks, and crafts to […]
This weekend will get you in the Holiday spirit! Join Sandwich Park District for a festive shopping experience. Find a gift for your loved ones at the Holiday Lane Craft show and home business market. There is no admission charge for this show.
Enjoy decadent chocolate shopping stops and a chance to win a chocolate gift basket filled with chocolate samplings and an array of gift certificates from participating businesses and other fabulous prizes at the Sycamore Winter Chocolate Walk. Shopping and Chocolate…. what more do you need?!?! As you shop great deals for your Holiday gift buying, […]
Help welcome Mr. and Mrs. Claus to the Community Center! Each child will get to visit with Mr. and Mrs. Claus, create a winter craft and enjoy cookies and hot chocolate provided by Sycamore Lions Club. Participants are encouraged to bring a donation of a non-perishable food item for the Sycamore Food Pantry or an […]
A hallmark of the holiday season, Holiday Pops is a joyous tradition that brings together the community through music. Enjoy timeless holiday classics performed by the Kishwaukee Symphony Orchestra, alongside special guests, The Celebration Chorale, who will add their rich vocal harmonies to this seasonal celebration. Local music ensembles will be featured in the lobby […]
Time: Saturday, December 14, 2024 – 9:00am to 3:00pm Location: Unitarian Universalist Congregation of DeKalb, 158 N. Fourth St., DeKalb IL 60115 Some of the vendors that will be there include: Humanely-raised, hormone-free pork, poultry, lamb, grass-fed beef, and organic eggs, sausage, and cheese from the Hasselmann Family Farm in Mendota. Also honey from local honey farms Delicious organic French pastries from […]
Help welcome Mr. and Mrs. Claus to the Community Center! Each child will get to visit with Mr. and Mrs. Claus, create a winter craft and enjoy cookies and hot chocolate provided by Sycamore Lions Club. Participants are encouraged to bring a donation of a non-perishable food item for the Sycamore Food Pantry or an […]
Bring your Christmas spirit to life with a visit to Santa in his cozy house! Share your holiday wishes, snap a festive photo, and drop off your Christmas list straight into Santa’s hands. Don’t forget to take home a sweet candy cane as a special treat! Santa’s house is free to attend. Santa’s house is […]
A hallmark of the holiday season, Holiday Pops is a joyous tradition that brings together the community through music. Enjoy timeless holiday classics performed by the Kishwaukee Symphony Orchestra, alongside special guests, The Celebration Chorale, who will add their rich vocal harmonies to this seasonal celebration. Local music ensembles will be featured in the lobby […]
Bring your Christmas spirit to life with a visit to Santa in his cozy house! Share your holiday wishes, snap a festive photo, and drop off your Christmas list straight into Santa’s hands. Don’t forget to take home a sweet candy cane as a special treat! Santa’s house is free to attend. Santa’s house is […]
Celebrate the season with OpenDoor Coffee on December 21st from 3-5pm! Bring the whole family for a cozy afternoon where Santa will be reading classic Christmas stories, meeting with kids, and taking photos! It’s the perfect chance for little ones to share their Christmas wishes and capture festive memories with Santa himself. Enjoy seasonal treats […]
