Kids' Photo Lab
2024-07-13 00:00 - 23:59 (America/Chicago) | Ellwood House, 420 Linden Place, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
The Ellwood House of DeKalb, Illinois will be hosting youth programs this summer every second Saturday of the month. Saturday, July 13th, they will be hosting a kids photo lab. Learn some basics of photography, and practice your skills in Ellwood Park! Check out the Ellwood House website for more information!

Village Of LEE 150th Birthday Celebration
2024-07-13 07:00 - 21:00, 2024-07-14 11:00 - 18:00 | Lee, Lee, Illinois, 60530, United States
A two day birthday party for the Village of Lee’s 150th featuring a parade, Kidfest, live music and more!

Shabbona Farmer's Market
2024-07-13 08:00 - 12:00, 2024-07-20 08:00 - 12:00 | Purdy Park, 205 E Navaho Ave, Shabbona, IL, 60550, United States

Kayak & Canoe the Kish
2024-07-13 09:00 - 14:00 | David CarroLl Memorial Park, Park and Madison St, Genoa, Illinois
Kayak and Canoe the Kish on Saturday, July 13th!

The voyage will start at David Carrol Memorial Park in Genoa and end at Dean Awe Memorial Park in Kingston. You can start anytime between 9:00 and 11:30 and end by 2:00 to utilize the free services we will provide. We will offer a shuttle service, assistance getting in and out of the river and brats, hotdogs and beverages after your trip down the river. Food and beverages are limited and will be on a first come, first served basis.

You will need to BRING YOUR OWN KAYAK or CANOE for this event.

You can also reserve a kayak or canoe from one of the following companies at your own expense.

The Genoa Township Park District 815-784-5612

Paddle On! Outfitters 815-762-4009

NIU Outdoor Adventures815-753-0232

True North Adventure CampsTom.truenorthcamps@gmail.com

(Or ask your neighbor!)

In order to utilize the shuttle service you will need to drop off your kayaks/canoes, coolers, belongings, etc. at Carrol Park. All participants besides one driver in your party will need to stay at Carrol Park as well. The driver of the vehicle will drive to Dean Awe Memorial Park in Kingston and catch the shuttle back to Carrol Park in Genoa to start your voyage with the rest of your party.

Saturday Bags
2024-07-13 11:00, 2024-07-20 11:00 | Citizens Memorial Sports Complex, 435 Airport Road, Sycamore, IL, 60178, United States
Ages 18+ • $5 per person each day

Start your weekend off right with some friendly bags competition Saturdays in July! Your partner will be chosen randomly each week. Must be signed up by 10:45 to play that day. Cash prize for the winners, amount depends on how many people show up each week. Players can bring food and drinks.

Sip ‘n’ Savor Taste Event
2024-07-13 13:00 - 17:00 | Sycamore Community Park, 940 E. State St, Sycamore, IL, 60178
Taste your way through the park while enjoying live music and craft and food vendors. Proceeds support the Sycamore Parks Foundation.

Presale Tasting Ticket by July 5: $25On-site Tasting Ticket: $30

Ages 21+ | Includes 10 drink samples, commemorative glass, water, and lemonade. Purchase your tickets in advance at the Sycamore Park District Community Center or online at sycaparks.org.

Free admission to visit food and craft vendors and enjoy the live music from Sound Check. See why we say: “Good Sound Comes Back Around”! Soundcheck is always cranking out some great tunes everyone knows and loves to sing along with and dance to!

Interested in being a part of this festive event as a drink, food or craft vendor? Reach out to Melissa at melissad@sycparks.org.

Unplug Illinois Day
2024-07-13 14:00 - 16:00 | Hopkins Park, 1403 Sycamore Road, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
On Saturday, July 13, more than 60 agencies across the state will support Unplug Illinois Day by holding events encouraging people throughout Illinois to ditch their electronic devices and “unplug” to enjoy everything their local park, recreation, and conservation agencies offer. Come by to enjoy water activities, a dunk tank, and water inflatables. Meet by the Hopkins Park Shelter. FREE!

Miles Nielsen and The Rusted Hearts at Warehouse on Park
2024-07-13 19:00 - 22:00 | Warehouse on Park, 662 Park Ave, Genoa, IL, 60135, United States
Miles Nielsen and The Rusted Hearts will be performing at Whiskey Acres on July 13th from 7:00pm-10:00pm. More information is available on the Warehouse on Park website.

Sunday at Sandwich
2024-07-14 00:00 - 23:59 | Sandwich Fair Grounds, 15730 Pratt Road, Sandwich, IL
Come and join MJ&Crew to discover the many treasures and custom creations their vendors bring to you. They also have food truck vendors on-site as well as games and live music. While in town, visit all the boutique stops and antique shops that Sandwich, IL has to offer!

See our dates for the upcoming 2023 season!

Early bird admission is $10 per person from 7:00 AM to 8:00 AM. Regular admission begins at $5 per person from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

Free parking is available, and children 12 and under are free for admission.

Barley Priest & The Irish Lass at Warehouse on Park
2024-07-14 12:00 - 15:00 | Warehouse on Park, 662 Park Ave, Genoa, IL, 60135, United States
Barley Priest and the Irish Lass will be performing at Warehouse on Park on July 14th at 12:00pm-3:00pm. For more information, check out the Warehouse on Park website.

Water Mania Days
2024-07-15 15:00 - 17:00, 2024-07-18 15:00 - 17:00
Don’t miss out on the fun at Water Mania Days! From 3-5 pm, the DeKalb Park District has a variety of activities lined up for you, including mini boat races, crafts, sports games, and, of course, water activities. Join them and explore our different parks!

Monday, July 15- Lions Park: Tie-Dye Day! Bring your own white shirt, and the DeKalb Park District will provide the rest. Thursday, July 18 – McCormick ParkMonday, July 29 – Lions ParkWednesday, July 31 – Katz Park: Mini-boat races!

Kids' Concert in the Park
2024-07-16 10:30 - 11:15 | Hopkins Park Band Shell, 1403 Sycamore Road, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
Welcome to Rockin’ with Ronnie: Kids Concerts in the Park!

These FREE concerts are held on select Tuesdays from June to August, from 10:30 to 11:15 am.

August 5: Istvan & His Imaginary BandWhen Istvan starts rocking, kids can’t help but join in, sometimes on stage while the crowd cheers them on and enjoys the original tunes and irresistible mix of interactive rock n’ roll, country, pop punk, and sing-alongs that get heads bobbing.

Johnny K's Cruise Nights
2024-07-16 17:00 - 21:00 | Johnny K’s, 125 Duvick Ave, Sandwich, Illinois, 60548, United States
Johnny K’s Cruise Nights season kicks off May 7th and will run every other Tuesday through October 22nd! All shows are 100% free. Each driver will get a discount to Johnny K’s for the evening!

Hinckley Concert Series
2024-07-16 18:00 - 20:00 | Hinckley Public Library, 100 N Maple Street, Hinckley, Illinois, 60520, United States
The Hinckley Historical Society invites the public to its summer band concert series at the Hinckley Community Building Park. The free concerts from 6 to 8 p.m. feature a variety of music in a Ravinia Style setting at 100 N Maple Street, Hinckley. Bring your lawn chair, snacks, and enjoy the small town atmosphere.

On Wednesday June 12, the NIU Steelband will provide a variety of music styles featuring the steelpan, the national instrument of Trinidad and Tobago. The concert will present music from the Caribbean that will relax and soothe the sole.

On Thursday June 27, Shade Tree Music Company will perform country, pop, rock and patriotic music. The popular local group plays favorite tunes from various decades and will put you in the mood to celebrate our country’s birthday. The Hinckley Festival and Fireworks is planned for Saturday June 29.

On Tuesday July 16, Ed Wagner’s German Brass Band will entertain with polkas and waltzes from their repertoire of over 600 German, Austrian, and Czech music. The 8-piece group is the only authentic German Polka band in the Chicagoland area.

The series ends on Thursday August 15, when Gavin Coyle’s Irish Band entertains with traditional songs from Ireland and American Irish favorites. Gavin, a native of Derry, Northern Ireland, will captivate with his stories, songs, and instruments.

The Hinckley Historical Society concerts are meant to recall a time in our history when the community gathered to relax, enjoy free musical entertainment, and celebrate their successes. The concerts are made possible by grants from the Farny R. Wurlitzer Foundation and Resource Bank.

For further information, contact Bob Pritchard (815-761-4058) or hinckleyhistoricalsociety@gmail.com

DeKalb Municipal Band Concert
2024-07-16 19:30 - 21:30 | Hopkins Park Band Shell, 1403 Sycamore Road, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
Concerts begin at 7:30 pm at the Dee Palmer Bandshell in Hopkins Park • FREE!

Join the DeKalb Park District for the 170th season of DeKalb Municipal Band Concerts on select Tuesday nights this summer!Visit dekalbparkdistrict.com/calendar for featured vocalists and more concert details. No concert on Tuesday, July 2, but join them for the Star-Spangled Spectacular on July 4 in Hopkins Park as part of the annual Fourth of July Celebration!

June 11 – Opening Night! Vocalist: Gavin Wilson

June 18 – Vocalist: Jill McCormick

June 25 – A Trip to the Theater – Vocalist: Maureen Christine

July 4 – The Star Spangled Spectacular – Vocalist: Christine Monteiro

July 9 – Vocalist: Mark Robinson

July 16 – Vocalist: Jordan Pedigo

July 23 – Cinemagic – Vocalist: Terri Goodman

July 30 – Vocalist: Bethany Brewer

August 6 – A Musical Journey – Vocalist: Gregor King

August 13 – Vocalist: Deanna Tausch

August 20 – Closing night – Vocalist: Zachary Harris

Trivia Night
2024-07-17 18:00 - 20:00 | Blumen Gardens, 403 Edward St, Sycamore, IL, 60178, United States
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 snacks available for purchase on the evening of the event. 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

Music at the Mansion
2024-07-17 19:00 - 20:30 | Ellwood House, 420 Linden Place, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
Free concerts at 7pm on select Wednesdays at the Ellwood House!

Summer nights in DeKalb just got a whole lot better! Join DeKalb Park District for FREE music, good vibes, and great company on select Wednesday evenings this summer with Music at the Mansion. Bring your blankets, chairs, and dancing shoes – it’s going to be a blast! Plus, don’t miss out on the Bags Tournament on June 12 and 19.

Dan Gogh’s Magic and Art Show
2024-07-18 10:00 - 11:00 | DeKalb Public Library, 309 Oak St, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
Step into the whimsical world of Artist-Magician Dan Gogh, where comedy, magic, and art converge to unlock the mystery of creativity. With Dan as your guide, prepare for a captivating adventure through wacky colors, magical drawings, and art tools that have a mind of their own. Reading is a huge component of this special show, as Dan seamlessly weaves storytelling into his magical tapestry. Get ready to be spellbound, uplifted, and entertained from start to finish as you embark on this one-of-a-kind journey of discovery and laughter. Join the DeKalb Public Library for an unforgettable experience that will leave you amazed, inspired, and eagerly anticipating what wonders await around the next corner. This program for all ages is free and requires no registration. It is funded by the Friends of the Library. There will be a repeat of the performance at 1:00 PM.

DeKalb Farmers' Market
2024-07-18 10:00 - 14:00 | Van Buer Plaza, 148-198 N 2nd St, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
The DeKalb Farmers’ Market is in the heart of Downtown DeKalb, Illinois, and features vendors that provide the community with locally grown produce, bread, baked goods, olive oil, honey, coffee, flowers, food trucks, and live music. Enjoy and support over 25 local vendors. Cash, credit, and Link are accepted. They Link Match so Link card holders can purchase up to $50 worth of produce for $25! Visit the Information Booth on market days for Link tokens and Link Match to use at qualifying vendors.

Learn more at dekalb.org/dekalb-farmers-market/.

Summer Concert Series
2024-07-18 19:00 - 20:30 | Citizens Memorial Sports Complex, 435 Airport Road, Sycamore, IL, 60178, United States
Immerse yourself in the magic of live music surrounded by the beauty of nature for an evening of great tunes and togetherness! FREE. Bring seating or a blanket. Food from the grill including burgers, hot dogs, and brats as well as snacks, beer, and wine are available for purchase (cash or credit).

Let's Dance Big Band Weekend
2024-07-19 00:00 - 2024-07-21 23:59 | Duke Ellington Ballroom, 340 Carroll Ave, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
Join the 18th annual Let’s Dance Big Band Weekend at Duke Ellington Ballroom in the Holmes Student Center! Enjoy big band music, ballroom dancing, & fun! Package deals are available.

Glow Golf
2024-07-19 20:30 - 23:30 | River Heights Golf Course, 1020 Sharon Dr, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
Join the DeKalb Park District at River Heights Golf Course for a night of golf under the stars! Enjoy 9 holes of golf with special glow golf balls, lighted carts for safety, and an illuminated course from tee to green with an LED lighting system. Fee includes 9 holes of golf and cart.

Twosome Fee: $90/ Foursome Fee: $180

Mayfield Church Summer Stop
2024-07-20 10:00 - 15:00
Come out to the country on July 20, 2024 for the Summer Stop at Mayfield Church!

From 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. drop by to tour the butterfly way station, shop at our Attic Treasures, treat yourself to some church cooking, look inside our beautiful country church and learn about our role as a stop on the Underground Railroad. It’s all at Mayfield!

For additional information, please email us at info@mayfieldchurchucc.org or find the event on Facebook at https://shorturl.at/jd0t0.https://shorturl.at/jd0t0.

Mayfield Church is at 28405 Church Road, Sycamore, Il. Our website is www.mayfieldchurchucc.org.

Northern Illinois Bluegrass Festival
2024-07-20 12:00 - 18:00 | Sandwich Fair Grounds, 15730 Pratt Road, Sandwich, IL
Come down to Sandwich Fairgrounds for the Northern Illinois Bluegrass Festival featuring Fox Crossing String Band, DK Kolars/Misspent Youth, Wheels North, Mackville and more! Camping is available Friday and Saturday.

Skateboard at the Fargo (ages 5-8)
2024-07-20 13:00 - 15:00 | DeKalb Public Library, 309 Oak St, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
Get the kids active this summer with a free beginner skateboard activity at the Fargo Indoor Skate Park! Join Miss Stormy and Fargo owner, Ariel Ries, for a fun-filled program featuring a story time and craft, a high-flying, dare-devil skate demo by the professionals, and instruction on safety and rules for both indoor & outdoor skateboarding. Then, with parent permission, children will get a chance to try skateboarding with a beginner lesson. For optimal protection children will be loaned a skateboard and fitted with a helmet and protective pads. After instruction, children can use their new skills and stay for one hour of free skating. This program will be held at Fargo Indoor Skate Park at 641 E Lincoln Hwy., in DeKalb. It is for kids ages 5-8 and does not require registration.

Skateboard at the Fargo (ages 9-12)
2024-07-20 15:00 - 17:30 | Fargo Skateboarding, 641 E Lincoln Hwy, DeKalb, 60115, United States
Get the kids active this summer with a free beginner skateboard activity at the Fargo Indoor Skate Park! Join Miss Stormy and Fargo owner, Ariel Ries, for a fun-filled program featuring a story time and craft, a high-flying, dare-devil skate demo by the professionals, and instruction on safety and rules for both indoor & outdoor skateboarding. Then, with parent permission, children will get a chance to try skateboarding with a beginner lesson.

For optimal protection children will be loaned a skateboard and fitted with a helmet and protective pads. After instruction, children can use their new skills and stay for one hour of free skating.

This program will be held at Fargo Indoor Skate Park at 641 E Lincoln Hwy., in DeKalb. It is for kids ages 9-12 and does not require registration.
