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:20220313T080000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:CST
DTSTART:20221106T070000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:CDT
DTSTART:20230312T080000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:CST
DTSTART:20231105T070000
END:STANDARD
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
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231201T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231201T190000
DTSTAMP:20260416T213421
CREATED:20240105T182527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240105T182527Z
UID:10000002-1701450000-1701457200@dekalbcountycvb.com
SUMMARY:Tinsel N’ Tutu’s
DESCRIPTION:Join Dimensions Dance Academy for a magical night as Downtown DeKalb is transformed into a Wonderful Holiday Scene. . Dancers will be dancing live in the windows of 15 merchants. \nSeveral stores and restaurants/bars will be contributing to the fun by hosting such things as Santa\, pictures with the Sugar Plum Fairy\, henna\, refreshments\, live music\, merchant sales\, S’more roasting\, caroling\, face painting\, caricature drawing\, write a letter to Santa\, ornament making\, plus more being added! \nYou won’t want to miss out on this memory making event this holiday season!
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/tinsel-n-tutus/
LOCATION:Downtown DeKalb\, DeKalb\, Illinois\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Screen-Shot-2023-11-14-at-3.05.28-PM.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Dimensions Dance Academy":MAILTO:missrhoades516@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231202T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231202T190000
DTSTAMP:20260416T213421
CREATED:20231120T213528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240105T220528Z
UID:10000056-1701532800-1701543600@dekalbcountycvb.com
SUMMARY:Merry Little Sandwich Christmas
DESCRIPTION:You don’t want to miss this FREE annual Christmas event. You can expect Santa\, Tree Lighting\, Cookie Decorating\, and MUCH MORE this year.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/merry-little-sandwich/
LOCATION:Veteran’s Park\, 143 E. Raildroad St\, Sandwich\, IL\, 60548\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231202T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231202T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T213421
CREATED:20231114T203702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240313T153225Z
UID:10000055-1701532800-1701547200@dekalbcountycvb.com
SUMMARY:Village of Shabbona Winter Holiday Festival 2023
DESCRIPTION:Join the Village of Shabbona in the annual Winter Holiday Festival – Craft Fair\, Food\, Hot Cocoa\, Visit Santa\, Tree Lighting\, Belgian Horse Wagon rides\, Games and Activities for all ages\, and so much more!
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/village-of-shabbona-winter-holiday-festival-2023/
LOCATION:101 E Navaho\, 101 E Navaho\, Shabbona\, IL
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Screen-Shot-2023-11-14-at-2.36.42-PM.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231203T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231203T160000
DTSTAMP:20260416T213421
CREATED:20231120T205923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240312T221205Z
UID:10000050-1701604800-1701619200@dekalbcountycvb.com
SUMMARY:Holiday at the Homestead
DESCRIPTION:The historic J.F. Glidden Homestead & Historical Center will host its “Holiday at the Homestead” open house on Sunday\, December 3\, from 12-4 p.m. at the museum\, 921 W. Lincoln Highway\, DeKalb.\n\nEvents include a children’s story time and live music in the decorated historic home. “Annie’s Story Time\,” in partnership with DeKalb Public Library\, will be held for families at 1 p.m. Musical entertainment will begin at 2 p.m.\, provided by orchestra students from DeKalb High School. There will be a craft station for children and cookies provided. The museum’s gift shop will feature a variety of stocking stuffers for purchase\, including hand-forged candy canes and bottle openers made onsite by the museum’s volunteer blacksmiths. The blacksmiths will also provide demonstrations during the open house\n\nAdmission is $5 per person\, free for members and children 14 years and younger. All proceeds support the J.F. Glidden Homestead & Historical Center\, a nonprofit dedicated to preserving the home and barn\, both listed on the National Register of Historic Places.\n\nJoseph Farwell Glidden’s invention of one of the most widely-used types of barbed wire in 1873 helped change the history of the American West and had far-reaching impact throughout the world. His Homestead is being preserved and restored by a not-for-profit organization founded in 1995. In September 2024 the Glidden Homestead will host “Barb City’s Barbed Wire Weekend\,” a nationwide barbed wire collector expo\, open to the public\, that will celebrate the 150th anniversary of Glidden’s “The Winner” barbed wire patent.\n\nHoliday at the Homestead will be held on the second floor of the home\, only accessible by a flight of stairs. Please contact Glidden Homestead at 815-756-7904 or email jessi@gliddenhomestead.orgfor more information.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/holiday-at-the-homestead-2023/
LOCATION:Glidden Historical Center\, 921 W Lincoln Hwy\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,LGBTQ Friendly
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Screen-Shot-2023-11-20-at-2.59.10-PM.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Glidden Historical Center":MAILTO:jessi@gliddenhomestead.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231209T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231209T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T213421
CREATED:20231120T204017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240105T201933Z
UID:10000030-1702112400-1702134000@dekalbcountycvb.com
SUMMARY:UU Farmers' Market with Arts & Crafts\, Baked Goods\, Lunch Soup\, Used Book Sale\, and Live Music
DESCRIPTION:UUCD (formerly called UUFD) Winter Farmers’ markets feature organic\, non-GMO\, natural food products by local farmers as well as a large variety of artisan crafts by local vendors\, all in a festive and fun atmosphere. They also include: \n*Baked goods\, beverages\, and a hearty soup and bread lunch available in the commons area\n*The always-popular used book sale with plenty of new inventory\n*Live music by local musicians all day \nWhere: Unitarian Universalist Congregation of DeKalb\nAt the intersection of Fourth St and Locust \nWhen: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM on Saturday\, December 9\, 2023 \n$1.00 Admission; children are free!
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/uu-farmers-market-with-arts-crafts-baked-goods-lunch-soup-used-book-sale-and-live-music/
LOCATION:Unitarian Universalist Congregation of DeKalb\, 158 North Fourth St\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231209T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231209T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T213421
CREATED:20231130T204130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240105T201708Z
UID:10000028-1702126800-1702134000@dekalbcountycvb.com
SUMMARY:Creative Gaming: 1\,000 Blank White Cards
DESCRIPTION:What kind of game is 1000 Blank White Cards? Any game you want it to be! Instead of starting with premade cards and rules\, 1000 Blank White Cards starts off with just that. It is up to the players to undergo a cycle of card-making and playtesting to create and refine a card game that is fun for all. \nThis program is intended for adults and teens age 16+. All materials will be provided\, and no registration is required. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Matthew at matthews@dkpl.orgor call (815)756-9568 ext. 2150.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/creative-gaming-1000-blank-white-cards/
LOCATION:DeKalb Public Library\, 309 Oak St\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
ORGANIZER;CN="DeKalb Public Library":MAILTO:theresaw@dkpl.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231210T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231210T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T213421
CREATED:20231206T205213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240313T141948Z
UID:10000024-1702220400-1702227600@dekalbcountycvb.com
SUMMARY:Lightwire Theater: A Very Electric Christmas 2023
DESCRIPTION:Since bursting to national acclaim after appearing as semi-finalists on ‘America’s Got Talent’ and winning the top honors on TRU TV’s ‘Fake Off’\, Lightwire Theater has gone on to enthrall audiences worldwide with their unique combination of skill and grace as told through the technological innovations of moving light characters.  Follow the story of a young bird\, named Max and his family\, as they begin their journey south for the winter. When Max gets blown off course and ends up at the North Pole…his adventure begins! Dancing toy soldiers\, caroling worms and performing poinsettia’s\, light up the stage in Lightwire Theater’s A Very Electric Christmas. Audiences of all ages will treasure this magical and captivating tale of family\, friendship and hope set to timeless holiday hits\, including Nat King Cole\, Mariah Carey and Tchaikovsky. Lightwire Theater is internationally recognized for their electroluminescent artistry\, poignant story telling and performs in complete darkness. Brighten your holidays this season with Lightwire Theater’s A Very Electric Christmas.\n\nReserved Ticket Prices\n$25 / $35 / $45\n$5 discount available for kids\, students with ID\, and seniors 65+
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/lightwire-theater-a-very-electric-christmas-2023/
LOCATION:Egyptian Theatre\, 135 North 2nd Street\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,LGBTQ Friendly
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Screen-Shot-2023-12-06-at-2.51.56-PM.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231216T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231216T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T213421
CREATED:20231130T204028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240312T223629Z
UID:10000019-1702720800-1702746000@dekalbcountycvb.com
SUMMARY:Family Fun Science: STEM Gingerbread Houses 2023
DESCRIPTION:It’s the holiday season and a perfect time to build a gingerbread house with the family! Join us for our fifth annual STEM Gingerbread House Family Fun Science. We’ll have the supplies to build—graham crackers\, frosting\, and candy. Bring your creative ideas! \nAt the end\, we’ll have a friendly competition for Best House and the winner will get a $5 Target gift card. \nThere is a limit of 30 children. This has become one of our most popular Family Fun Science events\, so make sure to register online or by emailing Laura at lauraw@dkpl.org. \nFor additional information or help with registration\, please contact us at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/family-fun-science-stem-gingerbread-houses-2023/
LOCATION:DeKalb Public Library\, 309 Oak St\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Screen-Shot-2023-11-30-at-2.40.17-PM.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="DeKalb Public Library":MAILTO:theresaw@dkpl.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231216T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231216T160000
DTSTAMP:20260416T213421
CREATED:20231206T205335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240105T195626Z
UID:10000017-1702735200-1702742400@dekalbcountycvb.com
SUMMARY:35mm It's a Wonderful Life
DESCRIPTION:SHOWING ON 35MM!!!  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 life in his community would be had he never been born. \nHelp us spread the joy this holiday season! Attendees who bring a $10 gift card to a local convenience or grocery store will receive a free medium popcorn as a token of appreciation from Thrivent Financial. These gift cards will be donated to our friends at Opportunity House\, making a meaningful impact in our community. Your generosity will brighten someone’s day and make this event truly wonderful for all involved. Let’s share the spirit of giving together! \nMovie is generously sponsored By: Thrivent \n\nGeneral Admission Ticket Prices\n$12 – Adult\n$10 – Senior 65+\n$10 – Student w/ ID\n$8 – Children 12 & underFriends of the Egyptian Theatre members receive $2 off ticket prices
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/35mm-its-a-wonderful-life/
LOCATION:Egyptian Theatre\, 135 North 2nd Street\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Family Friendly,LGBTQ Friendly
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Screen-Shot-2023-12-06-at-2.53.17-PM.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231216T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231216T203000
DTSTAMP:20260416T213421
CREATED:20231012T173954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240105T195429Z
UID:10000016-1702753200-1702758600@dekalbcountycvb.com
SUMMARY:Snow Glow Family Dance Party
DESCRIPTION:This is the most fun you’ll have with your family this holiday season! \nDimensions Ballroom will transform into a blacklit winter wonderland on Saturday\, December 16th from 7:00-8:30pm. \nBring the whole family for a glow-in-the-dark dance party! \nCost is $30/family \n*Participants need to be able to climb a full flight of stairs to Dimensions Ballroom
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/snow-glow-family-dance-party/
LOCATION:Dimensions Dance Academy\, 134 E Lincoln Hwy\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/snow-globe.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="Dimensions Dance Academy":MAILTO:missrhoades516@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231217T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231217T180000
DTSTAMP:20260416T213421
CREATED:20230727T152040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240105T195301Z
UID:10000015-1702836000-1702836000@dekalbcountycvb.com
SUMMARY:The Oak Ridge Boys: Down Home Christmas
DESCRIPTION:102.3 The Coyote is proud to welcome the group with one of the most distinctive and timeless sounds in the country music industry\, The Oak Ridge Boys\, who are bringing their Down Home Christmas Tour to the Egyptian Theatre for an unforgettable night of holiday entertainment for the entire family. The show will feature both traditional and contemporary songs from the group’s eight bestselling Christmas albums\, as well as some of their classic country-pop hits\, beautiful visuals\, Christmas trees\, falling snow—and maybe a visit from Santa!
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/the-oak-ridge-boys-down-home-christmas/
LOCATION:Egyptian Theatre\, 135 North 2nd Street\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Family Friendly,LGBTQ Friendly,Live Music
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/image-6.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231227T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231227T110000
DTSTAMP:20260416T213421
CREATED:20231120T212810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240105T194728Z
UID:10000013-1703671200-1703674800@dekalbcountycvb.com
SUMMARY:Elsa and Olaf Story Time
DESCRIPTION:Elsa and Olaf are coming to the library! We’ll have wintry crafts and hot chocolate after story time with Elsa. Parents are welcome to take photos during this event\, funded by the Friends of the DeKalb Public Library. \nThis program is free and open to all. No registration is required. \nFor additional information\, please contact Theresa at theresaw@dkpl.orgor at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/elsa-and-olaf-story-time/
LOCATION:DeKalb Public Library\, 309 Oak St\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Screen-Shot-2023-11-20-at-3.27.54-PM.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="DeKalb Public Library":MAILTO:theresaw@dkpl.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231231T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231231T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T213421
CREATED:20231206T210721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240105T194505Z
UID:10000012-1704016800-1704027600@dekalbcountycvb.com
SUMMARY:NOON Years Eve Party
DESCRIPTION:Bring the kids to the Plex for a family-friendly Noon Years Eve Party\n12/31 10 AM-1 PM\nRegistration and payment is required by 12/18- use the link below\nhttps://square.link/u/5HYo8SbR \nGames\, crafts\, snacks\, drinks\, bounce house\, and balloon drop
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/noon-years-eve-party/
LOCATION:Midwest Sportsplex\, 212 W Woodlawn Street\, Hinckley\, IL\, 60520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Screen-Shot-2023-12-06-at-3.07.09-PM.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240112T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240112T193000
DTSTAMP:20260416T213421
CREATED:20240306T173900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T042009Z
UID:10000331-1705086000-1705087800@dekalbcountycvb.com
SUMMARY:NIU Wrestling vs Ohio University
DESCRIPTION:NIU Men’s Wrestling plays Ohio University at home.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/niu-wrestling-vs-ohio-university/
LOCATION:NIU Convocation Center\, 1525 W. Lincoln Highway\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/niu-athletics.jpeg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240113T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240113T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T213421
CREATED:20240306T175352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T040631Z
UID:10000335-1705158000-1705165200@dekalbcountycvb.com
SUMMARY:NIU Men’s Basketball vs Bowling Green
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/niu-mens-basketball-vs-bowling-green/
LOCATION:NIU Convocation Center\, 1525 W. Lincoln Highway\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/niu-athletics.jpeg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240115T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240115T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T213421
CREATED:20240306T180010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240306T180010Z
UID:10000337-1705316400-1705320000@dekalbcountycvb.com
SUMMARY:Kids Fairy Garden/Dinosaur Park Class
DESCRIPTION:Join Blumen Gardens on Monday\, January 15th\, from 11 am to 12 pm for a whimsical adventure in a Kids Fairy Garden and Dino Park Class. Let your imagination soar as you create enchanting mini-worlds\, complete with fairies and dinosaurs\, in your own terrarium. Instructors will guide you through the magical process\, providing all the materials needed to craft your unique miniature landscape. It’s a fun-filled hour of creativity\, laughter\, and discovery – perfect for ages 5 and up! Limited spots available\, so secure your child’s spot today for a memorable Monday morning of hands-on fun. Tickets are $25. In the event of a cancellation\, a refund minus the processing fee will be refunded to the original form of payment within 7-10 business days.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/kids-fairy-garden-dinosaur-park-class/
LOCATION:Blumen Gardens\, 403 Edward St\, Sycamore\, IL\, 60178\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Screen-Shot-2024-01-09-at-5.29.15-PM.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240116T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240116T210000
DTSTAMP:20260416T213421
CREATED:20240306T180641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T040719Z
UID:10000338-1705431600-1705438800@dekalbcountycvb.com
SUMMARY:NIU Men’s Basketball vs Kent State
DESCRIPTION:NIU Men’s Basketball plays Kent State at home.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/niu-mens-basketball-vs-kent-state/
LOCATION:NIU Convocation Center\, 1525 W. Lincoln Highway\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/niu-athletics.jpeg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240116T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240116T210000
DTSTAMP:20260416T213421
CREATED:20240306T180949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240306T181100Z
UID:10000339-1705431600-1705438800@dekalbcountycvb.com
SUMMARY:Countdown to the Oscars Film Series
DESCRIPTION:The Egyptian Theatre is counting down to the Oscars with a film series celebrating Academy Award nominees and winners through the decades. Shown on the largest movie screen in DeKalb County\, you don’t want to miss this exciting lineup! \n\n\n\nTuesday’s at 7:00 PM \n\n\n\nJanuary 16 – The Philadelphia StoryJanuary 23 – Sunset BoulevardJanuary 30 – In The Heat of the NightFebruary 6 – Star Wars: A New HopeFebruary 13 – Raiders of the Lost ArkFebruary 20 – Jurassic ParkFebruary 27 – No film this week because of rehearsals and showsMarch 5 – Everything Everywhere All at Once \n\n\n\nGENERAL ADMISSION TICKET PRICESAdult – $10Student with ID – $8Senior 65+ – $8
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/countdown-to-the-oscars-film-series/2024-01-16/
LOCATION:Egyptian Theater\, 135 North 2nd Street\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Egyptian-Theatre-Oscars-Countdown.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240117T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240117T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T213421
CREATED:20240306T182407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T041347Z
UID:10000347-1705514400-1705521600@dekalbcountycvb.com
SUMMARY:NIU Women’s Basketball vs Buffalo
DESCRIPTION:NIU Women’s Basketball plays Buffalo at home.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/niu-womens-basketball-vs-buffalo/
LOCATION:NIU Convocation Center\, 1525 W. Lincoln Highway\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/niu-athletics.jpeg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240119T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240119T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T213421
CREATED:20240306T183223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240306T183224Z
UID:10000350-1705687200-1705694400@dekalbcountycvb.com
SUMMARY:Beginner Embroidery Workshop at Open Door Coffee
DESCRIPTION:Join Wolf and Crow for a night at OpenDoor Coffee for a beginner’s embroidery circle! Grab a delicious drink and learn to hand sew something beautiful. Tickets are $25. All proceeds go to Abel Speaks\, an organization that supports families who are choosing to carry babies to term after receiving a life limiting diagnosis. Learn more at ablespeaks.org. 
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/beginner-embroidery-workshop-at-open-door-coffee/
LOCATION:Open Door Coffee\, 502 W Main St\, Genoa\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Screen-Shot-2024-01-09-at-4.33.50-PM.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Open Door Coffee":MAILTO:nick@opendoorgenoa.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240120T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240120T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T213421
CREATED:20240306T183756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240306T183756Z
UID:10000351-1705741200-1705762800@dekalbcountycvb.com
SUMMARY:WinterFest
DESCRIPTION:The annual WinterFest is held the third Saturday of January in Russell Woods Forest Preserve located 1 mile west of Genoa on state route 72. \n\n\n\nActivities are offered from 9:00 a.m. until 3:00 pm. WinterFest Schedule \n\n\n\nIt is a celebration of winter and encourages families to get out together and enjoy a day of fun educational and recreational activities. \n\n\n\nWe start the day with an indoor bird identification lesson and winter bird food conversation at the bird viewing windows. \n\n\n\nEach year we feature Mr. Phil Nielson\, and family\, of Waterman and their beautiful Belgian horses. The Nielson’s offer horse drawn wagon rides through Russell Woods Forest Preserve from 11 to 2 p.m. \n\n\n\nIn the Natural Resource Education Center\, the heart of environmental education for DeKalb County\, the staff offers make an take crafts for children\, family hikes\, and guest speakers on a variety of topics. “Join us for a day in the woods.” \n\n\n\nQuestions? Call The Natural Resource Center 815-784-2000
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/winterfest/
LOCATION:Russell Woods Forest Preserve\, 11750 IL-72\, Genoa\, 60135\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free Event,LGBTQ Friendly,Physical Activities
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Screen-Shot-2024-01-16-at-11.07.04-PM.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240120T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240120T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T213421
CREATED:20240306T183957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T041358Z
UID:10000352-1705755600-1705762800@dekalbcountycvb.com
SUMMARY:NIU Women’s Basketball vs Central Michigan
DESCRIPTION:NIU Women’s Basketball plays Central Michigan University at home.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/niu-womens-basketball-vs-central-michigan/
LOCATION:NIU Convocation Center\, 1525 W. Lincoln Highway\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/niu-athletics.jpeg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240120T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240120T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T213421
CREATED:20240306T184130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T041756Z
UID:10000353-1705762800-1705770000@dekalbcountycvb.com
SUMMARY:NIU Women’s Tennis vs Wisconsin
DESCRIPTION:NIU Women’s Tennis plays the University of Wisconsin at home.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/niu-womens-tennis-vs-wisconsin/
LOCATION:Nelson Tennis Center at Chick Evans Field House
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/niu-athletics.jpeg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240120T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240120T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T213421
CREATED:20240306T184303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240306T184304Z
UID:10000354-1705773600-1705780800@dekalbcountycvb.com
SUMMARY:All Subjects Trivia Night
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, January 20th 6-8PM\, join Blumen Gardens for an exhilarating evening of fun competition at Blumen Gardens’ All Subjects Trivia Night! This event is open to all ages\, so gather your friends\, family\, and colleagues for a night of fun and knowledge. From 6-8pm\, challenge your knowledge across a wide range of subjects while enjoying the perfect combination of learning and entertainment. Cocktails and Keep It Poppin Popcorn available for purchase on the evening of the event. You must pre-purchase a food ticket to guarantee a meal from Wild Carrot. In the event of a cancellation\, a refund minus the processing fee will be refunded to the original form of payment within 7-10 business days. $10 per person.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/all-subjects-trivia-night/
LOCATION:Blumen Gardens\, 403 Edward St\, Sycamore\, IL\, 60178\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Screen-Shot-2024-01-09-at-5.55.34-PM.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240121T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240121T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T213421
CREATED:20240306T193208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T041700Z
UID:10000355-1705831200-1705838400@dekalbcountycvb.com
SUMMARY:NIU Women’s Tennis vs James Madison
DESCRIPTION:NIU Women’s Tennis plays James Madison University at home.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/niu-womens-tennis-vs-james-madison/
LOCATION:Nelson Tennis Center at Chick Evans Field House
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/niu-athletics.jpeg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240121T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240121T123000
DTSTAMP:20260416T213421
CREATED:20240306T193331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240306T193332Z
UID:10000356-1705833000-1705840200@dekalbcountycvb.com
SUMMARY:Hand Knit Blanket Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Have you made your hand knit chunky blanket or already know how? Expand your knowledge with this exciting new workshop!  Learn two new stitches to create blankets as well as how to make beautiful tassels and fringe for added flair! This workshop is specifically to learn other stitches and techniques as well as how to make tassels and fringe. Chunky knit blankets will not be made during this workshop. Sunday\, January 21st\, 2024 10AM-12:30PM $63 All materials\, instructions\, and refreshments included. Sign up online\, in person\, or call 815-895-3737. In the event of a cancellation\, a refund minus the processing fee will be refunded to the original form of payment within 7-10 business days
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/hand-knit-blanket-workshop/
LOCATION:Blumen Gardens\, 403 Edward St\, Sycamore\, IL\, 60178\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Screen-Shot-2024-01-09-at-6.07.15-PM.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240121T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240121T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T213421
CREATED:20240306T193534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240306T202517Z
UID:10000357-1705838400-1705842000@dekalbcountycvb.com
SUMMARY:Soup-er Sundays at Glidden Homestead
DESCRIPTION:Soup-er Sunday programs support the J.F. Glidden Homestead & Historical Center in DeKalb\, a not-for-profit organization working to preserve the home and barn\, both listed on the National Register of Historic Places. These programs will be held at 12 p.m. on the first and third Sundays of January\, February and March. Visit GliddenHomestead.org for the full list. For more information\, call 815-756-7904\, visit www.gliddenhomestead.org or visit J.F. Glidden Homestead & Historical Center on Facebook \n\n\n\nThis year marks the 150th anniversary of Glidden’s “The Winner” patent\, the most widely-used barbed wire in the world\, which also earned Glidden the title “The Father of Barbed Wire.” In September 2024 the Homestead will celebrate by hosting a barbed wire exposition show in coordination with the Antique Barbed Wire Society\, and other community-wide events.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/soup-er-sundays-at-glidden-homestead/2024-01-21/
LOCATION:Glidden Historical Center\, 921 W Lincoln Hwy\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,LGBTQ Friendly
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Soup.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Glidden Historical Center":MAILTO:jessi@gliddenhomestead.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240121T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240121T180000
DTSTAMP:20260416T213421
CREATED:20231206T205614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240105T191203Z
UID:10000007-1705852800-1705860000@dekalbcountycvb.com
SUMMARY:Napoleon Dynamite LIVE!
DESCRIPTION:The beloved indie classic “Napoleon Dynamite” was released 20 years ago. Since then\, much has changed; but the characters\, as enduring as they are endearing\, stay in our hearts. Appealing to the inner-teenager in each of us\, the story\, and more importantly the dialogue\, makes “Napoleon Dynamite” one of the most quoted movies of our time. “Napoleon Dynamite” makes us laugh – and laugh hard – over and over again. This unique evening includes a full screening of “Napoleon Dynamite” followed by a lively\, freewheeling\, LIVE discussion with fan-favorite cast members; JON HEDER (Napoleon Dynamite)\, JON GRIES (Uncle Rico) and EFREN RAMIREZ (Pedro). The live show – perfect for the whole family — is a wild and hysterical blend of Q&A\, comedy improv\, game show\, and party\, with plenty of audience participation. Come join the fun and help celebrate this wonderful movie classic!\nReserved Ticket Prices\n$30 / $45\nPricing based on how close to the stage you are (see seat map on next page)\n\nMEET & GREET ADD-ON (Limited availability)\nCost: $75\nIncludes: Photo with JON HEDER (Napoleon Dynamite)\, JON GRIES (Uncle Rico) and EFREN RAMIREZ (Pedro) AND a signed event poster\nImportant: Meet & greet ticket is an add-on experience.  You must ALSO purchase a show ticket to gain access to the meet & greet and event.\nWhen: Meet & greet time and other details will be emailed to ticket holders the week before the show.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/napoleon-dynamite-live/
LOCATION:Egyptian Theatre\, 135 North 2nd Street\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Family Friendly,LGBTQ Friendly
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Screen-Shot-2023-12-06-at-2.56.02-PM.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240123T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240123T210000
DTSTAMP:20260416T213421
CREATED:20240306T180949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240306T181100Z
UID:10000340-1706036400-1706043600@dekalbcountycvb.com
SUMMARY:Countdown to the Oscars Film Series
DESCRIPTION:The Egyptian Theatre is counting down to the Oscars with a film series celebrating Academy Award nominees and winners through the decades. Shown on the largest movie screen in DeKalb County\, you don’t want to miss this exciting lineup! \n\n\n\nTuesday’s at 7:00 PM \n\n\n\nJanuary 16 – The Philadelphia StoryJanuary 23 – Sunset BoulevardJanuary 30 – In The Heat of the NightFebruary 6 – Star Wars: A New HopeFebruary 13 – Raiders of the Lost ArkFebruary 20 – Jurassic ParkFebruary 27 – No film this week because of rehearsals and showsMarch 5 – Everything Everywhere All at Once \n\n\n\nGENERAL ADMISSION TICKET PRICESAdult – $10Student with ID – $8Senior 65+ – $8
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/countdown-to-the-oscars-film-series/2024-01-23/
LOCATION:Egyptian Theater\, 135 North 2nd Street\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Egyptian-Theatre-Oscars-Countdown.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240123T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240123T210000
DTSTAMP:20260416T213421
CREATED:20240306T193736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T040740Z
UID:10000358-1706036400-1706043600@dekalbcountycvb.com
SUMMARY:NIU Men’s Basketball vs Toledo
DESCRIPTION:NIU Men’s Basketball plays Toledo at home.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/niu-mens-basketball-vs-toledo/
LOCATION:NIU Convocation Center\, 1525 W. Lincoln Highway\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/niu-athletics.jpeg
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR