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Hand Sewing Basics with Homeschool Happenings
Hand Sewing Basics with Homeschool Happenings
Learn to thread a needle and do a few basic stitches in this session of Homeschool Happenings. Participants will have the opportunity to make a finished project such as a bag to take home with them. Fabric crafts will also be available for those who don’t want to complete a project. Parental supervision is recommended […]
NIU School of Art and Design 2022 Faculty Biennial
NIU School of Art and Design 2022 Faculty Biennial
Artist Talk - "The Wandering Mind" by Michael Barnes, Professor of Art, NIU School of Art and Design NIU Professor of Art Michael Barnes, head of the printmaking program in the NIU School of Art and Design presents "The Wandering Mind."
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Pros at the Pick With Jen Thum (Harvard Art Museums)
Pros at the Pick With Jen Thum (Harvard Art Museums)
Join the Pick Museum of Anthropology on Zoom for Pros at the Pick! We will be chatting with Jen Thum from the Harvard Art Museums. If you are interested in museum careers or ever wondered what it is like to work in cultural institutions, Pros at the Pick is a space to make connections and […]
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An Evening with Jenny Lawson
An Evening with Jenny Lawson
Join DeKalb Public Library for a virtual evening with award-winning humorist Jenny Lawson as she discusses her most recent bestseller, “Broken (in the best possible way)” and her brilliantly funny body of work. Jenny is an American journalist, author, and blogger known for her great candor in sharing her struggle with mental illness. “The Bloggess” […]
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Acrylic Silhouettes
Acrylic Silhouettes
Acrylic painting might seem a bit complicated from afar, but with some practice, everyone can do it! You can follow step-by-step instructions or create your own abstract masterpiece with the help of some art-teachers in training from NIU. This event is intended for ages 13-17. Registration is required, as space is limited. For more information […]
After-hours Concert: NIU Steelband
After-hours Concert: NIU Steelband
They’re back! Join DeKalb Public Library in the main lobby for an after-hours concert performed by the Northern Illinois University’s renowned Steelband. The concert will be an eclectic program of musical styles highlighting the versatility and profundity the steelpan. The NIU Steelband is dedicated to demonstrating the versatility and profundity of the steelpan, the national […]
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Silent Auction to Diversify the Collection
Silent Auction to Diversify the Collection
NIU Art Museum is hosting a silent auction of small works in the North Gallery of the museum with several pieces donated by School of Art and Design faculty and instructors including Michael Barnes, Sasha Bitzer, Jessica Labatte, Nina Rizzo, John Siblik, Ben Stone, Kryssi Staikidis, Peter Van Ael, and Shei Chau Wang along with […]
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Coding for Adults: HTML
Coding for Adults: HTML
Calling all moms, dads, entrepreneurs, college students, or any adult interested in coding! For this program we will be exploring HTML, the foundation of all web pages. Students will learn HTML terminology, how to create tags, headings, images, videos, links, and more. This program is designed for patrons with no coding experience who want to […]
Silent Auction to Diversify the Collection
Silent Auction to Diversify the Collection
NIU Art Museum is hosting a silent auction of small works in the North Gallery of the museum with several pieces donated by School of Art and Design faculty and instructors including Michael Barnes, Sasha Bitzer, Jessica Labatte, Nina Rizzo, John Siblik, Ben Stone, Kryssi Staikidis, Peter Van Ael, and Shei Chau Wang along with […]
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Silent Auction to Diversify the Collection
Silent Auction to Diversify the Collection
NIU Art Museum is hosting a silent auction of small works in the North Gallery of the museum with several pieces donated by School of Art and Design faculty and instructors including Michael Barnes, Sasha Bitzer, Jessica Labatte, Nina Rizzo, John Siblik, Ben Stone, Kryssi Staikidis, Peter Van Ael, and Shei Chau Wang along with […]
Exploring Jacob Haish
Exploring Jacob Haish
DeKalb, Illinois is famous for barbed wire - but how much do you know about the people who invented it? Jessi Haish Larue, a Haish family descendant, will present and discuss “new” artifacts and research related to this lesser-known barbed wire entrepreneur. LaRue has been researching in the Joiner History Room since fall 2021 in […]
Coding for Adults: CSS
Coding for Adults: CSS
Calling all moms, dads, entrepreneurs, college students, or any adult interested in coding! For this program we will be exploring CSS, a coding language meant for the presentation of a web page’s content and is a continuation of Coding for Adults: HTML taking place on April 6th. CSS is used to modify any HTML tag, […]
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Silent Auction to Diversify the Collection
Silent Auction to Diversify the Collection
NIU Art Museum is hosting a silent auction of small works in the North Gallery of the museum with several pieces donated by School of Art and Design faculty and instructors including Michael Barnes, Sasha Bitzer, Jessica Labatte, Nina Rizzo, John Siblik, Ben Stone, Kryssi Staikidis, Peter Van Ael, and Shei Chau Wang along with […]
Wax Poetic: Poetry Reading & Open Mic Night by Candlelight at Common Grounds Coffee
Wax Poetic: Poetry Reading & Open Mic Night by Candlelight at Common Grounds Coffee
Sycamore Library and Common Grounds Coffee celebrate April's National Poetry Month by hosting Wax Poetic: Poetry Reading & Acoustic Open Mic Night by Candlelight on Friday, April 8th, and 5:30pm. Adults can watch and/or perform poetry readings, acoustic renditions of music, spoken word, & more. Older Teens are welcome, but as this event is meant […]
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All Breeds Dog Show
All Breeds Dog Show
71st & 72nd All Breed Dog Show presented by Kennel Club of Yorkville NIU Convocation Center, 7:00am - 6:00pm Obedience Entries are open to All-American Dogs listed in the AKC Canine Partners Program. Western Irish Setters Club – Friday, April 8 Independent specialty show w/ sweepstakes, veteran sweepstakes, and junior showmanship Designated specialties (Saturday only): […]
Family Fun Science: Build a Worm Farm
Family Fun Science: Build a Worm Farm
Join Dekalb Public Library for a verm-y good time! We’ll be celebrating some heroes of the soil this month: worms! Our worm experts Susan and Erin will be teaching us all about vermiculture, the cultivating of worms. Look at a model of worm, find out what foods they eat, touch worms, and decorate and assemble […]
Silent Auction to Diversify the Collection
Silent Auction to Diversify the Collection
NIU Art Museum is hosting a silent auction of small works in the North Gallery of the museum with several pieces donated by School of Art and Design faculty and instructors including Michael Barnes, Sasha Bitzer, Jessica Labatte, Nina Rizzo, John Siblik, Ben Stone, Kryssi Staikidis, Peter Van Ael, and Shei Chau Wang along with […]
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All Breeds Dog Show
All Breeds Dog Show
71st & 72nd All Breed Dog Show presented by Kennel Club of Yorkville NIU Convocation Center, 7:00am - 6:00pm Obedience Entries are open to All-American Dogs listed in the AKC Canine Partners Program. Western Irish Setters Club – Friday, April 8 Independent specialty show w/ sweepstakes, veteran sweepstakes, and junior showmanship Designated specialties (Saturday only): […]
Silent Auction to Diversify the Collection
Silent Auction to Diversify the Collection
NIU Art Museum is hosting a silent auction of small works in the North Gallery of the museum with several pieces donated by School of Art and Design faculty and instructors including Michael Barnes, Sasha Bitzer, Jessica Labatte, Nina Rizzo, John Siblik, Ben Stone, Kryssi Staikidis, Peter Van Ael, and Shei Chau Wang along with […]
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Silent Auction to Diversify the Collection
Silent Auction to Diversify the Collection
NIU Art Museum is hosting a silent auction of small works in the North Gallery of the museum with several pieces donated by School of Art and Design faculty and instructors including Michael Barnes, Sasha Bitzer, Jessica Labatte, Nina Rizzo, John Siblik, Ben Stone, Kryssi Staikidis, Peter Van Ael, and Shei Chau Wang along with […]
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Silent Auction to Diversify the Collection
Silent Auction to Diversify the Collection
NIU Art Museum is hosting a silent auction of small works in the North Gallery of the museum with several pieces donated by School of Art and Design faculty and instructors including Michael Barnes, Sasha Bitzer, Jessica Labatte, Nina Rizzo, John Siblik, Ben Stone, Kryssi Staikidis, Peter Van Ael, and Shei Chau Wang along with […]
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Silent Auction to Diversify the Collection
Silent Auction to Diversify the Collection
NIU Art Museum is hosting a silent auction of small works in the North Gallery of the museum with several pieces donated by School of Art and Design faculty and instructors including Michael Barnes, Sasha Bitzer, Jessica Labatte, Nina Rizzo, John Siblik, Ben Stone, Kryssi Staikidis, Peter Van Ael, and Shei Chau Wang along with […]
Meet Rachel Carson: A Living Portrayal of the Famed Environmentalist by Leslie Goddard
Meet Rachel Carson: A Living Portrayal of the Famed Environmentalist by Leslie Goddard
Celebrate Earth Day with Sycamore Public Library and Sycamore Park District as we invite actress and historian Leslie Goddard to portray famed Biologist and author Rachel Carson. Our evening will start with Sycamore Park District Naturalist, Nicholas McCarthy, highlighting Park District and community projects. Then we are taken back to 1963 as we meet Rachel […]
NIU STEM Café: The Labor Shortage Legal, Gender, Economic and Management Perspectives
NIU STEM Café: The Labor Shortage Legal, Gender, Economic and Management Perspectives
Why is there a labor shortage right now, and how is the nature of work changing in these turbulent times? Hear from a panel of experts who will weigh in about the legal, economic, gender, and talent-development issues that are impacting workers now and into the future. Carl Campbell III, chair of the NIU Department […]
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Silent Auction to Diversify the Collection
Silent Auction to Diversify the Collection
NIU Art Museum is hosting a silent auction of small works in the North Gallery of the museum with several pieces donated by School of Art and Design faculty and instructors including Michael Barnes, Sasha Bitzer, Jessica Labatte, Nina Rizzo, John Siblik, Ben Stone, Kryssi Staikidis, Peter Van Ael, and Shei Chau Wang along with […]
Cricut Cutting for Beginners
Cricut Cutting for Beginners
This series of classes introduces the Cricut Explore Air Machine and the Cricut Design Space to new and interested users! We start by creating accounts, maneuvering through menus, downloading, and editing designs. Each class will introduce a different type of material to make unique home décor and/or personal items. This month’s project will feature making […]
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Silent Auction to Diversify the Collection
Silent Auction to Diversify the Collection
NIU Art Museum is hosting a silent auction of small works in the North Gallery of the museum with several pieces donated by School of Art and Design faculty and instructors including Michael Barnes, Sasha Bitzer, Jessica Labatte, Nina Rizzo, John Siblik, Ben Stone, Kryssi Staikidis, Peter Van Ael, and Shei Chau Wang along with […]
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Sandwich Easter Egg Hunt
Sandwich Easter Egg Hunt
The annual Easter egg hunt will take place at Knights Park. Dress appropriately, bring your own basket, and make sure all children have an adult while searching for eggs! There will be 3 divisions- 3 and under, 4-8, and 8 and up and the limit is 8 eggs per child. Stay and visit with the […]
Genoa Easter Egg Hunt
Genoa Easter Egg Hunt
Kids grab your basket and fill it with eggs and maybe a special prize! Children will be separated by age groups for more fun. You will also get to see that special Easter Bunny too. The egg hunt will start promptly at designated times and will go fast, so don’t be late. Ages 4 & […]
Silent Auction to Diversify the Collection
Silent Auction to Diversify the Collection
NIU Art Museum is hosting a silent auction of small works in the North Gallery of the museum with several pieces donated by School of Art and Design faculty and instructors including Michael Barnes, Sasha Bitzer, Jessica Labatte, Nina Rizzo, John Siblik, Ben Stone, Kryssi Staikidis, Peter Van Ael, and Shei Chau Wang along with […]
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Silent Auction to Diversify the Collection
Silent Auction to Diversify the Collection
NIU Art Museum is hosting a silent auction of small works in the North Gallery of the museum with several pieces donated by School of Art and Design faculty and instructors including Michael Barnes, Sasha Bitzer, Jessica Labatte, Nina Rizzo, John Siblik, Ben Stone, Kryssi Staikidis, Peter Van Ael, and Shei Chau Wang along with […]
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Silent Auction to Diversify the Collection
Silent Auction to Diversify the Collection
NIU Art Museum is hosting a silent auction of small works in the North Gallery of the museum with several pieces donated by School of Art and Design faculty and instructors including Michael Barnes, Sasha Bitzer, Jessica Labatte, Nina Rizzo, John Siblik, Ben Stone, Kryssi Staikidis, Peter Van Ael, and Shei Chau Wang along with […]
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Silent Auction to Diversify the Collection
Silent Auction to Diversify the Collection
NIU Art Museum is hosting a silent auction of small works in the North Gallery of the museum with several pieces donated by School of Art and Design faculty and instructors including Michael Barnes, Sasha Bitzer, Jessica Labatte, Nina Rizzo, John Siblik, Ben Stone, Kryssi Staikidis, Peter Van Ael, and Shei Chau Wang along with […]
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Silent Auction to Diversify the Collection
Silent Auction to Diversify the Collection
NIU Art Museum is hosting a silent auction of small works in the North Gallery of the museum with several pieces donated by School of Art and Design faculty and instructors including Michael Barnes, Sasha Bitzer, Jessica Labatte, Nina Rizzo, John Siblik, Ben Stone, Kryssi Staikidis, Peter Van Ael, and Shei Chau Wang along with […]
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Silent Auction to Diversify the Collection
Silent Auction to Diversify the Collection
NIU Art Museum is hosting a silent auction of small works in the North Gallery of the museum with several pieces donated by School of Art and Design faculty and instructors including Michael Barnes, Sasha Bitzer, Jessica Labatte, Nina Rizzo, John Siblik, Ben Stone, Kryssi Staikidis, Peter Van Ael, and Shei Chau Wang along with […]
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Silent Auction to Diversify the Collection
Silent Auction to Diversify the Collection
NIU Art Museum is hosting a silent auction of small works in the North Gallery of the museum with several pieces donated by School of Art and Design faculty and instructors including Michael Barnes, Sasha Bitzer, Jessica Labatte, Nina Rizzo, John Siblik, Ben Stone, Kryssi Staikidis, Peter Van Ael, and Shei Chau Wang along with […]
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NatureFest 2022
NatureFest 2022
The University of Illinois Extension along with the DeKalb County Forest Preserve and the DeKalb County Soil and Water is having their first-ever free outdoor NatureFest! This is a nature open house so come and go as it fits your schedule. Russell Woods is located one mile west of Genoa on state route 72. The […]
Silent Auction to Diversify the Collection
Silent Auction to Diversify the Collection
NIU Art Museum is hosting a silent auction of small works in the North Gallery of the museum with several pieces donated by School of Art and Design faculty and instructors including Michael Barnes, Sasha Bitzer, Jessica Labatte, Nina Rizzo, John Siblik, Ben Stone, Kryssi Staikidis, Peter Van Ael, and Shei Chau Wang along with […]
DIY Bath Salts
DIY Bath Salts
Join DeKalb Public Library for our DIY Bath Salts Workshop! In this workshop, patrons will be able to make a Sleepy Time Bath Salts Blend. This simple and easy recipe of bath salts is perfect for helping with sleep and relaxation. Registration is required for this event as space is limited. This workshop is intended […]
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Silent Auction to Diversify the Collection
Silent Auction to Diversify the Collection
NIU Art Museum is hosting a silent auction of small works in the North Gallery of the museum with several pieces donated by School of Art and Design faculty and instructors including Michael Barnes, Sasha Bitzer, Jessica Labatte, Nina Rizzo, John Siblik, Ben Stone, Kryssi Staikidis, Peter Van Ael, and Shei Chau Wang along with […]
LOADED BLOODY’S!
LOADED BLOODY’S!
That's Right our Loaded Bloody's are back! Join The Warehouse on Park for the first loaded bloody Sunday of the season! We welcome Sweet Dreams desserts & Catering to be the first to Dream up their version of an awesome loaded bloody Mary! Live music is alive and well at The Warehouse on Park as […]
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Silent Auction to Diversify the Collection
Silent Auction to Diversify the Collection
NIU Art Museum is hosting a silent auction of small works in the North Gallery of the museum with several pieces donated by School of Art and Design faculty and instructors including Michael Barnes, Sasha Bitzer, Jessica Labatte, Nina Rizzo, John Siblik, Ben Stone, Kryssi Staikidis, Peter Van Ael, and Shei Chau Wang along with […]
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Silent Auction to Diversify the Collection
Silent Auction to Diversify the Collection
NIU Art Museum is hosting a silent auction of small works in the North Gallery of the museum with several pieces donated by School of Art and Design faculty and instructors including Michael Barnes, Sasha Bitzer, Jessica Labatte, Nina Rizzo, John Siblik, Ben Stone, Kryssi Staikidis, Peter Van Ael, and Shei Chau Wang along with […]
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Silent Auction to Diversify the Collection
Silent Auction to Diversify the Collection
NIU Art Museum is hosting a silent auction of small works in the North Gallery of the museum with several pieces donated by School of Art and Design faculty and instructors including Michael Barnes, Sasha Bitzer, Jessica Labatte, Nina Rizzo, John Siblik, Ben Stone, Kryssi Staikidis, Peter Van Ael, and Shei Chau Wang along with […]
Coding for Adults: HTML
Coding for Adults: HTML
Calling all moms, dads, entrepreneurs, college students, or any adult interested in coding! For this program DeKalb Public Library will be exploring HTML, the foundation of all web pages. Students will learn HTML terminology, how to create tags, headings, images, videos, links, and more. This program is designed for patrons with no coding experience who […]
An evening with Jeff Tweedy & Nick Offerman
An evening with Jeff Tweedy & Nick Offerman
Join DeKalb Public Library for an evening with actor, humorist, and woodworker, Nick Offerman. Best known for his breakout role as Ron Swanson in the acclaimed series Parks and Recreation, Nick will be discussing his newest book, Where the Deer and the Antelope Play: The Pastoral Observations of One Ignorant American Who Loves to Walk […]
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Silent Auction to Diversify the Collection
Silent Auction to Diversify the Collection
NIU Art Museum is hosting a silent auction of small works in the North Gallery of the museum with several pieces donated by School of Art and Design faculty and instructors including Michael Barnes, Sasha Bitzer, Jessica Labatte, Nina Rizzo, John Siblik, Ben Stone, Kryssi Staikidis, Peter Van Ael, and Shei Chau Wang along with […]
The hot fiddle of Dennis Stroughmatt
The hot fiddle of Dennis Stroughmatt
This fiddler from the Wabash River region of Southeastern Illinois will entertain with stories of Southern Illinois fiddler “Pappy Wade Ray,” and country and western swing music from old-time radio’s Barn Dances. The free program is sponsored by the Hinckley Historical Society, the Hinckley Public Library, and Illinois Humanities. Wade Ray, was one of the […]
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Community Clean-Up Days
Community Clean-Up Days
The DeKalb Park District is inviting the public to give back to the community and participate in a series of upcoming community clean-up days this spring. This Earth Day, the DeKalb Park District is teaming up with the City of DeKalb, Kishwaukee Water Reclamation District, Northern Illinois University, and the Trash Squirrels for a community-wide […]
Silent Auction to Diversify the Collection
Silent Auction to Diversify the Collection
NIU Art Museum is hosting a silent auction of small works in the North Gallery of the museum with several pieces donated by School of Art and Design faculty and instructors including Michael Barnes, Sasha Bitzer, Jessica Labatte, Nina Rizzo, John Siblik, Ben Stone, Kryssi Staikidis, Peter Van Ael, and Shei Chau Wang along with […]
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Silent Auction to Diversify the Collection
Silent Auction to Diversify the Collection
NIU Art Museum is hosting a silent auction of small works in the North Gallery of the museum with several pieces donated by School of Art and Design faculty and instructors including Michael Barnes, Sasha Bitzer, Jessica Labatte, Nina Rizzo, John Siblik, Ben Stone, Kryssi Staikidis, Peter Van Ael, and Shei Chau Wang along with […]
BioBlitz: Biodiversity and Ecosystems
BioBlitz: Biodiversity and Ecosystems
Join NIU STEAM as we explore the plants, animals, and other species around the NIU lagoon. We’ll collect observation data with the iNaturalist app, identify species and determine whether the area is biodiverse. Then we’ll chat with experts about career pathways in the biological sciences. Free pizza for attendees will be available.
Teen STEM Café: Biodiversity and Ecosystems
Teen STEM Café: Biodiversity and Ecosystems
Chat with experts, meet fellow teens who are interested in science and technology – and enjoy free pizza! This program will be held at Swen Parsons Hall at 230 Normal Road. If weather is favorable, we’ll explore the ecosystem of NIU’s Lagoon. This free presentation is intended for ages 12 and up. Registration is required. […]
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