Sterling Women: Female Silversmiths in the 17th Century
Sycamore Public Library 103 E State St, Sycamore, IllinoisCelebrate Women’s History Month by learning about the surprising role women played as silversmiths during the 17th century in both England and America. Local personal property appraiser Carolyn Law will trace this long and remarkable history of women in silver, from entrepreneurs to artists, and cover the basics of defining and identifying sterling silver, coin […]
Opening Reception for Local Visions II and Americans in Burma: The Art of Collecting
NIU Art Museum 1425 W. Lincoln Hwy, DeKalb, ILJoin us from 5 to 7 p.m. in the NIU Art Museum galleries for the opening reception of Local Visions II and Americans in Burma: The Art of Collecting. Informal gallery talks with curators Peter Olson, Michael Bennett and "Americans in Burma" curator Catherine Raymond at 6 p.m. Refreshments will be provided.
Genealogy Class at the DeKalb County History Center
DeKalb County History Center 1730 N. Main Street, Sycamore, ILAfter a few years, we are excited to announce the return our Genealogy Class taught by Julie Dresser. On Wednesday, March 29 Julie Dresser will be leading a seven-session class that will provide hints, tips, and tricks for genealogists. Dresser started as a genealogist at age eleven and has never lost her passion. Now, she […]
Stuffed Animal Storytime/Sleepover
Sycamore Public Library 103 E State St, Sycamore, IllinoisBring your favorite stuffed animal friend and enjoy some stories together, then leave them at the library overnight for a sleepover with other stuffies. What will they get up to? All stuffed animal friends can be picked up at the library on Saturday, April 1 between 9:30 am – Noon.
Digital Painting for Beginners
DeKalb Public Library 309 Oak St, DeKalb, ILTry out painting digitally with a drawing tablet and learn the basics of the free art program Krita! No experience is necessary, we will go over how to use a drawing tablet as well as how to navigate in the art program Krita.This program is first come, first served as space is limited. It is […]
Adult 18+ Flashlight Easter Egg Hunt
Jonamac Orchard 19412 Shabbona Rd, Malta, ILHippity hoppity, DeKalb County Community Gardens’ 5th annual Adult 18+ Flashlight Easter Egg Hunt event sponsored by Jonamac Orchard and Cresswood Shredding Machinery is back! Are you looking for some extra fun before the main attraction?! Ten groups of five special ticket holders will have the chance to Dig for the Golden Egg in Jonamac's Corn Crib […]
Tusk
Egyptian Theatre 135 North 2nd Street, DeKalb, ILBack by popular demand! Tusk is the number one Tribute to Fleetwood Mac in the world, bar none. No fancy tricks, no gimmicks, just five musicians recreating the music of Fleetwood Mac to perfection with note for note renditions that no other Fleetwood Mac tribute on the touring scene today can come close to duplicating. […]
Egg-Apalooza 2023
Genoa, IL Genoa, IllinoisJoin the Kishwaukee Valley Wanderers for Egg-Apalooza! The 2nd annual Genoa Area Challenging Easter Egg Hunt will begin on Saturday, April 1st at 9:00. Eggs will be hidden at Carroll Park, Chamberlain Park, Kiernan Park and on the Main Street of Genoa. The hunt starts at 9:00 in the morning on April 1st and continues […]
13th Annual Walk to End Child Abuse
Sycamore High School 427 Spartan Trail, SycamoreWe are very excited to host our walk in person for the first time in two years! Join us at the Sycamore High School Field House; we will leave the Field House and walk to the DeKalb County Courthouse and place pinwheels in the grass. Breakfast and refreshments will be provided. All proceeds from this […]
Breakfast with the Bunny
Hopkins Park Terrace Room 1403 Sycamore Rd, DeKalb, ILHop in for a great time with the Bunny and enjoy a buffet breakfast! Don’t miss themed activities and Bunny Meet’N’Greet. Space is limited. Sign up early! Registration is required and must be paid in advance. Tickets will be sold until March 29 or until full!
Annual Egg Hunt
Hopkins Park 1403 Sycamore Road, DeKalb, ILHop on over to Hopkins Park for the Annual Egg Hunt! Hunt begins at 11:00 am Sharp!FREE (Ages 2 – 10)
Easter Egg Hunt at Blumen Gardens
Blumen Gardens 403 Edward St, Sycamore, ILBlumen Gardens is hosting out first annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 1st. The hunt will begin promptly at 11am. Recommended ages 0-10. This is a free event! All you need is to bring your own basket!
World of Reading
DeKalb Public Library 309 Oak St, DeKalb, ILEnter a World of Reading at the library! You will be immersed in a variety of worlds, each featuring engaging activities for you to enjoy. From 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. you may explore six worlds featuring farms, art, technology, gardening, sports, and health and wellness. Roam the building to explore what each world has […]
Maple Park Library Annual Egg Hunt
Maple Park Library 302 Willow St,, Maple ParkMaple Park Public Library will host their annual Egg Hunt outside the library at 302 Willow St. Ages 0-3 at 12pm, Ages 4-6 at 12:05pm Ages 7 and up at […]
Genealogy Class at the DeKalb County History Center
DeKalb County History Center 1730 N. Main Street, Sycamore, ILAfter a few years, we are excited to announce the return our Genealogy Class taught by Julie Dresser. On Wednesday, March 29 Julie Dresser will be leading a seven-session class […]
Teen Glo-in-the-Dark Egg Hunt
Hopkins Park 1403 Sycamore Road, DeKalb, ILThe great hunt is on! Get your friends and join the quest to findhundreds of glow-in-the-dark eggs filled with candy and prizes. Participants will compete as a team - but […]
Tween Flashlight Easter Egg Hunt
Sycamore Park District Community Center 480 Airport Rd, Sycamore, ILSpring is nature’s way of saying ‘let’s party!’ Come out to play in the dark. Bring your flashlight to search for eggs, candy, and prizes. Inside there will be music, […]
Genoa Flashlight Egg Hunt
Chamberlain Park 400 East 2nd Street, Genoa, ILThe great hunt is on! Get your friends and join the quest for hundreds of eggs filled with candy and prizes. Don’t miss out on the fun-bring your friends and […]
Cortland Easter Egg Hunt
Cortland Community Park 70 S Llanos St, Cortland, ILJoin the Cortland Lions Club for their Annual Cortland Easter Egg Hunt on Friday, April 7th. 5:15 p.m. - Sensory 5:30 - Games, Pictures, Food & Crafts 6:00 p.m. - […]
Breakfast with the Bunny
Sycamore Park District Community Center 480 Airport Rd, Sycamore, ILWelcome the bunny to Sycamore and share a breakfast with family and friends. Each child takes home a special memento of the day, while supplies last. Breakfast includes eggs, sausage, […]
Sandwich Spring Egg Hunt
Knights Park, Sandwich, Illinois 1001 N Latham St, Sandwich, IL 60548, Sandwich, ILGenoa Easter Egg Hunt
Chamberlain Park 400 East 2nd Street, Genoa, ILKids 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 […]
Kirkland Lions Club Easter Egg Hunt
Franklin Township Park 250 W. South St, Kirkland, ILKids of all ages are welcome to attend!
After-hours Concert: NIU Steelband
DeKalb Public Library 309 Oak St, DeKalb, ILJoin us in the library’s 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 […]
Genealogy Class at the DeKalb County History Center
DeKalb County History Center 1730 N. Main Street, Sycamore, ILAfter a few years, we are excited to announce the return our Genealogy Class taught by Julie Dresser. On Wednesday, March 29 Julie Dresser will be leading a seven-session class […]
NIU STEM Café: Why an Acre Matters: How Digital Technology is Transforming Agriculture
Fatty's Pub and Grille 1312 W Lincoln Hwy,, DeKalb, ILJohn Deere was founded in 1837 with the invention of the steel plow, which revolutionized agriculture. Now the agricultural revolution has gone digital, with technologies such as GPS, yield monitors […]
Wayland & Back Country Roads
Egyptian Theatre 135 North 2nd Street, DeKalb, ILWAYLAND is working class music hailing from the town of the same name in West Michigan. They have toured the country independently for seven years selling out venues as a […]
OCB Spring Naturals
Egyptian Theatre 135 North 2nd Street, DeKalb, ILOCB Spring Naturals. OCB Drug Free Pro Qualifier. 100% drug tested. Categories Include: Bikini (Novice, Open, and Master's 40+) Women's Figure (Novice, Open, and Master's 40+) Men's Physique (Novice, Open, […]
After-hours Concert: NIU Suzuki Strings featuring High School Students
DeKalb Public Library 309 Oak St, DeKalb, ILJoin us for an after-hours concert with the NIU Suzuki Strings in the library’s main lobby!The NIU Suzuki Strings program includes children and their parents or caretakers from ages 4 […]
Genealogy Class at the DeKalb County History Center
DeKalb County History Center 1730 N. Main Street, Sycamore, ILAfter a few years, we are excited to announce the return our Genealogy Class taught by Julie Dresser. On Wednesday, March 29 Julie Dresser will be leading a seven-session class […]
Objects Worth Keeping
NIU Art Museum 1425 W. Lincoln Hwy, DeKalb, ILJoin us for a public poetry/short story reading about collecting - gathering and organizing objects that tell a story. Come to listen and/or share a poem or short story written […]
Girls Night: The Musical
Egyptian Theatre 135 North 2nd Street, DeKalb, ILGIRLS NIGHT: THE MUSICAL has been thrilling audiences and earning rave reviews since its sensational Off-Broadway debut. This touching and hilarious 'tell-it-like-it-is' musical takes audiences on a journey into the […]
Wax Poetic: Poetry Reading & Acoustic Open Mic By Candlelight
Common Grounds Coffee, Tea and Smoothies LLC 2180 Oakland Drive Suite B, Sycamore, ILSycamore Library and Common Grounds Coffee celebrate April's National Poetry Month by hosting Wax Poetic on Friday, April 21st, and 5:30pm.Adults can watch and/or perform poetry readings, acoustic renditions of […]
Spies of the World: Grateful Dead Experience
Egyptian Theatre 135 North 2nd Street, DeKalb, ILBack by Popular Demand! The Egyptian Theatre is proud to present Spies of the World: Grateful Dead Experience, a Grateful Dead tribute band that features some of the best musicians […]
Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale
DeKalb Public Library 309 Oak St, DeKalb, ILThe Friends of the DeKalb Public Library invite you to the Spring Book Sale! Join us during the library’s opening hours in the lower level for an astonishing selection of […]
After-hours Concert: Apollo Strings Quartet
DeKalb Public Library 309 Oak St, DeKalb, ILJoin us for an after-hours concert in the library’s main lobby with the Apollo Strings Quartet! They will be performing a wide variety of songs ranging from pop, movie themes, […]
Prom Rewind
Egyptian Theatre 135 North 2nd Street, DeKalb, ILWhy should youth be wasted on the young? It's time to do Prom night right - the way you wish you could have in high school. Join us for Prom […]
Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale
DeKalb Public Library 309 Oak St, DeKalb, ILThe Friends of the DeKalb Public Library invite you to the Spring Book Sale! Join us during the library’s opening hours in the lower level for an astonishing selection of […]
Genealogy Class at the DeKalb County History Center
DeKalb County History Center 1730 N. Main Street, Sycamore, ILAfter a few years, we are excited to announce the return our Genealogy Class taught by Julie Dresser. On Wednesday, March 29 Julie Dresser will be leading a seven-session class […]
Local Showcase & Job Fair
DeKalb Sports and Recreation Center 1765 S 4th St, DeKalb, ILMark your calendars for the 2023 Local Showcase & Job Fair at the DeKalb Sports & Recreation Center! Businesses and organizations are coming together to showcase what they have to […]
Felix & Fingers- Dueling Pianos
Sandwich Opera House 140 E Railroad St, Sandwich, ILFelix And Fingers is the highest reviewed dueling pianos company in the world! Felix and Fingers is a dueling pianos company that thrives on audience participation. The high energy all […]
STEM: Chemical Engineering with Society of Women Engineers
DeKalb Public Library 309 Oak St, DeKalb, ILExplore facets of chemical engineering with a variety of experiments, such as film canister rockets, and other chemical reaction activities. This event, intended for students in grades 2-5, is led […]
Movie Showing: Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings
Sycamore Public Library 103 E State St, Sycamore, IllinoisCelebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month while watching Marvel Studios' "Shang-Chi and The Legend of The Ten Rings".This PG-13 film stars Simu Liu as Shang-Chi, who must confront […]
Genealogy Class at the DeKalb County History Center
DeKalb County History Center 1730 N. Main Street, Sycamore, ILAfter a few years, we are excited to announce the return our Genealogy Class taught by Julie Dresser. On Wednesday, March 29 Julie Dresser will be leading a seven-session class […]
Give DeKalb County
Give DeKalb County is on May 4, 2023! This annual fundraising event celebrates a decade of generosity in 2023 and features multiple ways to support nonprofit organizations. Plus, the Bonus […]
Russell Dickerson, Lauren Alaina, Uncle Kracker at NIU Convocation Center
NIU Convocation Center 1525 W. Lincoln Highway, DeKalb, ILLive Music is Back At The Convo! After an almost 6-year hiatus, the NIU Convocation Center is back with a night of Country! The show stars’ American country pop singer/songwriter […]
Teen Program: “Paws” for Finals with a Therapy Dog
Sycamore Public Library 103 E State St, Sycamore, IllinoisFinals got you down? Sign-up for a 10-minute time slot to chill out with a trained therapy dog, then dive back into studying. For students in grades 9-12.
Genealogy Class at the DeKalb County History Center
DeKalb County History Center 1730 N. Main Street, Sycamore, ILAfter a few years, we are excited to announce the return our Genealogy Class taught by Julie Dresser. On Wednesday, March 29 Julie Dresser will be leading a seven-session class that will provide hints, tips, and tricks for genealogists. Dresser started as a genealogist at age eleven and has never lost her passion. Now, she […]
The Music Connection Concert
Sycamore Public Library 103 E State St, Sycamore, IllinoisJoin Ben Weaver, owner of Sycamore’s The Music Connection for an evening concert and musical petting zoo.People of all ages can watch Ben, other instructors, and music students perform ensemble […]
Diamond King (Good Clean Fun)
Sandwich Opera House 140 E Railroad St, Sandwich, ILGood Clean Fun is an award-winning party band led by an incredible husband and wife team that can perform for any occasion. From black tie affairs to backyard parties, GCF will electrify your event, giving you a personalized, memorable music experience! Good Clean Fun has performed literally all over the world, (even Phuket, Thailand!), and […]