Event Series Merry Market

Merry Market 2023

Head to Downtown DeKalb for the 3rd annual Merry Market. Shop locally for different Christmas trinkets! Downtown is already looking like Christmas! Get the perfect gift and be part of a great community event. Visit over 30 interesting and unique dealers in our walkable downtown. Wrap up your holiday shopping with unique gifts at this […]

Holiday at the Homestead

Glidden Historical Center 921 W Lincoln Hwy, DeKalb, IL, United States

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. Events include a children’s story time and live music in the decorated historic home. “Annie’s Story Time,” in partnership with DeKalb Public Library, […]

$5

Celebration Chorale Christmas Cantata – “Christmas Dreams”

First United Methodist Church 2501 North Annie Glidden Road, DeKalb, IL

The Celebration Chorale announces its upcoming annual Christmas cantata, “Christmas Dreams,” which will be presented at 7:00 p.m. Friday and Saturday, December 1st and 2nd, and Sunday, December 3rd at 2:00 p.m. The production will be held in the new sanctuary of the First United Methodist Church, located at 2501 North Annie Glidden Road in […]

Sound Studio Introduction and Training

DeKalb Public Library 309 Oak St, DeKalb, IL, United States

Explore podcasting, music creation, video production, and more! After a brief training, attendees will be able to begin hands-on experience with multimedia programs. Once training is complete you will be authorized to book the Sound Studio for private or 1-on-1 sessions at your convenience. This introductory training class is open to ages 12 and up. […]

Brown Bag Lunch/ Local Lore Adult Lecture Series

Ellwood House 420 Linden Place, DeKalb, IL, United States

Presented in partnership with the DeKalb County History Center Once a month, a knowledgeable speaker will present an hour-long program about history relevant to DeKalb County. All programs are free of charge and open to the public. Brown Bag Lunch/Local Lore is sponsored by the Mary E. Stevens Concert and Lecture Fund.

Illuminate Your Creativity: Candle Making 101

DeKalb Public Library 309 Oak St, DeKalb, IL, United States

Prepare to embark on a journey that will ignite your imagination and illuminate your creativity! Welcome to the “Illuminate Your Creativity: Candle Making 101,” where you’ll discover the mesmerizing art of crafting your very own candles. You will have the chance to decorate the holder your candle will be poured in. Those interested in the […]

UU Farmers’ Market with Arts & Crafts, Baked Goods, Lunch Soup, Used Book Sale, and Live Music

Unitarian Universalist Congregation of DeKalb 158 North Fourth St, DeKalb, IL

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: *Baked goods, beverages, and a hearty soup and bread lunch available in the commons area *The always-popular […]

$1

Visit with Santa’s Helper Elf 2023

DeKalb Public Library 309 Oak St, DeKalb, IL, United States

Meet Santa’s Helper Elf! Enjoy caroling and an interactive story with one of Santa’s elves. Then make holiday crafts, write and mail a letter to Santa, eat a candy cane, and more, while you wait your turn for a one-on-one visit with the Elf, and get a free Autographed Keepsake Photo of your little ones […]

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Creative Gaming: 1,000 Blank White Cards

DeKalb Public Library 309 Oak St, DeKalb, IL, United States

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 […]

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