Calling all little princesses! Step into a fairytale afternoon filled with sparkle, imagination, and garden magic. Join a whimsical tea party complete with tea-time treats, enchanting activities, and a magical make-and-take craft! Dress in your royal best — gowns, crowns, and fairy tale flair encouraged! Enjoy tea-time snacks & refreshments fit for royalty Take Home […]
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Serving up great fish for a great cause, year after year. Faranda’s will host its annual Fish Fry Series starting Friday February 6th. Join on Friday nights 4pm to 8pm until Easter for a night out while you support local nonprofits. Pick from ten entrees with five side choices. All entrees enjoy unlimited access to […]
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Join the DeKalb Park District on Saturday, February 7th, at Hopkins Park, from noon to 3:00 pm for the 10th Annual Polar Palooza Winter Festival! Meet by the Hopkins Park Shelter for all the festivities. This is a FREE, snow or shine event that features: Hot ChocolateS’mores Roasting*Sled Dog DemonstrationsWinter HayridesWinter Craft Activities*Sledding *Some activities […]
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The Egyptian Theatre is proud to present the 9th annual “Jazz at the Egyptian” featuring performances by Jazz in Progress, the DeKalb High School Jazz Ensemble, the Sycamore High School Jazz Ensemble, and the NIU Jazz Orchestra. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind concert featuring performances by the area Jazz ensembles. Proceeds from the event will support local music programs at […]
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Back Alley Market presents Sweet Escape indoor makers market with over 150 vendors on Sunday, February 8th from 9am-3pm at the NIU Convocation Center! Featuring amazing vintage vendors, makers & bakers:
Free – $12
The highly anticipated Soup-er Sundays lecture series returns for its fourth year in 2026. You won’t want to miss these!
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Based on the worldwide bestselling hit series by Dav Pilkey, the national tour of Dog Man: The Musical is a hilarious and heartwarming production following the chronicles of Dog Man, who with the head of a dog and the body of a policeman, loves to fight crime and chew on the furniture. But while trying his best […]
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Serving up great fish for a great cause, year after year. Faranda’s will host its annual Fish Fry Series starting Friday February 6th. Join on Friday nights 4pm to 8pm until Easter for a night out while you support local nonprofits. Pick from ten entrees with five side choices. All entrees enjoy unlimited access to […]
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Get ready to wiggle and glow at our ultimate Valentine’s “Day-time” dance party! DJ Joe Majesty will be dropping the beats (and the volume!) mixed with techno remixes of your little one’s favorite tunes, like Wheels on the Bus and Ol’ Macdonald. This colorful dayglow party is designed for parents and children to dance and […]
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Finally, a chance to play with food! And—even better—learn some science while we’re doing it! The DeKalb Public Library is kicking off their 2026 Family Fun Science programs with some scrumptious science. They’ll be popping popcorn and figuring out what makes it pop, launching candy with catapults, and shaking it up and making homemade butter. […]
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The Lightbeam Players present Conversations at a Dead Man’s Grave, a 1-hour play for ages 10 and up. While visiting her brother’s grave on the one-year anniversary of his disappearance, May Thompson meets a strange girl named Sage who claims to be her half-sister. But May has never met her before! Sage has proof pointing to […]
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Serving up great fish for a great cause, year after year. Faranda’s will host its annual Fish Fry Series starting Friday February 6th. Join on Friday nights 4pm to 8pm until Easter for a night out while you support local nonprofits. Pick from ten entrees with five side choices. All entrees enjoy unlimited access to […]
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WCPW®: Barb City Beatdown! Saturday February 21st, 2026 Doors 6:30pm, Bell 7pm DeKalb Sports & Recreation Center 1765 S 4th St DeKalb, IL 60115 Scheduled to appear so far: WCPW® Champion Redus Atlas in his 1st Title defense! “The Absolute Truth” Alexander Moss WCPW® Tag Team Champion Joseph Von Jager “The H.N.I.C.” Nino Hatchet A […]
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Get ready to hula the night away at the DeKalb Park District tropical-themed Daddy-Daughter & Heroes dance! Fathers/Heroes and daughters are invited to celebrate their special bond with an unforgettable evening of island fun. Enjoy dancing, light snacks, sweet treats, refreshments, games, contests, a photo op, and more, all with a colorful luau twist. Put […]
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Come join the fun and find your new favorite author at the “Love Your Library” Author Fair! Chat with your new favorite authors and purchase signed copies of their books. This event will also feature tacos and live music!
The highly anticipated Soup-er Sundays lecture series returns for its fourth year in 2026. You won’t want to miss these!
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A communal dining experience celebrating Black culture, tradition and community. Join us incollaboration with Neptune Dining to celebrate Black Heritage Month with a delicious full-course meal showcasing African American cultural cuisine!
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Serving up great fish for a great cause, year after year. Faranda’s will host its annual Fish Fry Series starting Friday February 6th. Join on Friday nights 4pm to 8pm until Easter for a night out while you support local nonprofits. Pick from ten entrees with five side choices. All entrees enjoy unlimited access to […]
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Relax, recharge, and rediscover what makes you feel your best at this free community event celebrating wellness in all its forms. Stroll through booths from local businesses and organizations offering products, services, and inspiration to nurture your mind, body, and spirit. Amazing raffle prizes contributed by vendors will be awarded throughout the event!
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