Make your Own Flag- evsie

evsie 2451 Sycamore Road, DeKalb, IL

Celebrate Flag Day with us by making your very own flag to take home with you free of charge! (All supplies will be provided.)

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Genoa Toddler Garden

Chamberlain Park 400 East 2nd Street, Genoa, IL

The Basics Toddler Garden includes hands-on features such as: dirt digging site sensory and an edible garden musical flower sculptures obstacle paver path seating for story and reading times The […]

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DeKalb Toddler Garden

Welsh Park 651 Russell Rd, DeKalb, IL

The Basics Toddler Garden includes hands-on features such as: dirt digging site sensory and an edible garden musical flower sculptures obstacle paver path seating for story and reading times The […]

Out of This World Balloon Show

DeKalb Public Library 309 Oak St, DeKalb, IL

Enjoy a one-of-a-kind stage production, featuring magic, all-ages comedy, interactive storytelling, and Smarty Pant’s award-winning balloon props!Throughout the show, Smarty uses his humor and balloons to excite kids about reading […]

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DeKalb Farmers’ Market

Van Buer Plaza 148-198 N 2nd St, DeKalb, IL

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, […]

Out of This World Balloon Show

DeKalb Public Library 309 Oak St, DeKalb, IL

Enjoy a one-of-a-kind stage production, featuring magic, all-ages comedy, interactive storytelling, and Smarty Pant’s award-winning balloon props!Throughout the show, Smarty uses his humor and balloons to excite kids about reading […]

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Sycamore Summer Concert Series

Citizens Memorial Sports Complex 435 Airport Road

Bring your own seating/picnic blankets. Food, beer, and wine available for purchase. June 1: Rockin' Fenderskirts June 8: The Messengers June 15: Prissillas June 29: Jolly Ringwalds July: 6: Nashville […]

After-hours Concert: Hungrytown

DeKalb Public Library 309 Oak St, DeKalb, IL

Join us for an after-hours concert in the library’s main lobby featuring folk duo Hungrytown! Hungrytown's music has received extensive radio airplay worldwide and has appeared on several television shows, […]

Sandwich Movie in the Park – Encanto

Knights Park, Sandwich, Illinois 1001 N Latham St, Sandwich, IL 60548, Sandwich, IL

Have fun under the stars at the Sandwich Park District's Movie in the Park! This is a community event for all ages! Bring your own lawn chairs, blanket, Frisbee or […]

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Shabbona Farmers Market

Purdy Park 205 E Navaho Ave, Shabbona, IL

The Shabbona Farmers Market hosts local farmers, crafters and artisans all in one place so visitors and the community can find all of their favorite fresh produce, locally raised meat, […]

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Youth Outlook Drop-in

DeKalb Public Library 309 Oak St, DeKalb, IL

Youth Outlook Drop-Ins are social settings for youth to meet other LGBTQ+ young people and talk about various topics that really matter to them, providing a place for LGBTQ+ youth […]

Teen Program: Crate Stacking

NIU Recreation Center 325 N Annie Glidden Rd, DeKalb, IL

Teens entering grades 6-12 are invited to join the Sycamore Public Library at the NIU Recreation Center for a bouldering/crate stacking class. Advance registration required. Space is limited. All teens […]

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Genoa Toddler Garden

Chamberlain Park 400 East 2nd Street, Genoa, IL

The Basics Toddler Garden includes hands-on features such as: dirt digging site sensory and an edible garden musical flower sculptures obstacle paver path seating for story and reading times The […]

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DeKalb Toddler Garden

Welsh Park 651 Russell Rd, DeKalb, IL

The Basics Toddler Garden includes hands-on features such as: dirt digging site sensory and an edible garden musical flower sculptures obstacle paver path seating for story and reading times The […]

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DeKalb Farmers’ Market

Van Buer Plaza 148-198 N 2nd St, DeKalb, IL

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, […]

Friday Night Fright

Sycamore Public Library 103 E State St, Sycamore, Illinois

Adults 18+ can join us after-hours for a free Summer Camp Slasher-themed event. Compete in teams to participate in a library scavenger hunt, take a Camp Crystal Lake photo, and […]

Rocky Horror Picture Show

Egyptian Theatre 135 North 2nd Street, DeKalb, IL

Featuring the live shadow cast of "Irrational Masters".  The Rocky Horror Picture Show is an outrageous assemblage of the most stereo-typed science fiction movies, Marvel comics, Frankie Avalon/Annette Funicello outings […]

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Shabbona Farmers Market

Purdy Park 205 E Navaho Ave, Shabbona, IL

The Shabbona Farmers Market hosts local farmers, crafters and artisans all in one place so visitors and the community can find all of their favorite fresh produce, locally raised meat, […]

Hinckley Good Time for All Festival

Hinckley High School 700 E Lincoln Ave, Hinckley, IL

Save the date and mark your calendars. Saturday June 24th will be the date for this year’s Hinckley Fireworks, rebranded as the Good Time for All Festival to tie into […]

Cocktails at the Crib

DeKalb County History Center 1730 N. Main Street, Sycamore, IL

Join the DeKalb County History Center for their annual fundraiser on the campus of the Engh Farm. Specialty cocktail, silent auction, food, music and fun.

Decorate Your Own Sunglasses- evsie

evsie 2451 Sycamore Road, DeKalb, IL

Summer is here, so come join us to customize your own sunglasses to take home with you free of charge! Add beads, stickers, rhinestones, and more! (All supplies will be […]

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Genoa Toddler Garden

Chamberlain Park 400 East 2nd Street, Genoa, IL

The Basics Toddler Garden includes hands-on features such as: dirt digging site sensory and an edible garden musical flower sculptures obstacle paver path seating for story and reading times The […]

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DeKalb Toddler Garden

Welsh Park 651 Russell Rd, DeKalb, IL

The Basics Toddler Garden includes hands-on features such as: dirt digging site sensory and an edible garden musical flower sculptures obstacle paver path seating for story and reading times The […]

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Wild Goose Chase Shadow Puppet Show

DeKalb Public Library 309 Oak St, DeKalb, IL

Laugh out loud, watching this unique, hilarious performance of shadow puppets! Through a series of witty, interactive vignettes, "A Wild Goose Chase" steers young audiences to Dewey library section 811 […]

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DeKalb Farmers’ Market

Van Buer Plaza 148-198 N 2nd St, DeKalb, IL

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, […]

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Wild Goose Chase Shadow Puppet Show

DeKalb Public Library 309 Oak St, DeKalb, IL

Laugh out loud, watching this unique, hilarious performance of shadow puppets! Through a series of witty, interactive vignettes, "A Wild Goose Chase" steers young audiences to Dewey library section 811 […]

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Wild Goose Chase Shadow Puppet Show

DeKalb Public Library 309 Oak St, DeKalb, IL

Laugh out loud, watching this unique, hilarious performance of shadow puppets! Through a series of witty, interactive vignettes, "A Wild Goose Chase" steers young audiences to Dewey library section 811 […]

Teen Program: Break a Record!

Sycamore Public Library 103 E State St, Sycamore, Illinois

Test your mettle and ability to break a record while you attempt a variety of wacky challenges including: eating Jello with chopsticks, alphabetizing letters, putting Mr. Potato Head together while […]

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Sycamore Summer Concert Series

Citizens Memorial Sports Complex 435 Airport Road

Bring your own seating/picnic blankets. Food, beer, and wine available for purchase. June 1: Rockin' Fenderskirts June 8: The Messengers June 15: Prissillas June 29: Jolly Ringwalds July: 6: Nashville […]

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Shabbona Farmers Market

Purdy Park 205 E Navaho Ave, Shabbona, IL

The Shabbona Farmers Market hosts local farmers, crafters and artisans all in one place so visitors and the community can find all of their favorite fresh produce, locally raised meat, […]

Sandwich Freedom Days Parade

Downtown Sandwich

The Sandwich Park District is proud to continue our tradition of presenting one of the finest parades. Come watch the Sandwich and surrounding community groups and businesses take the opportunity […]

Sandwich Park District Freedom Days Fireworks

Sandwich Fair Grounds 15730 Pratt Road, Sandwich, IL

The Sandwich Park District is pleased to present the annual fireworks display located at the Sandwich Fairgrounds. Food trucks and vendors will be onsite. Bring your blankets and chairs and […]

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Annie’s Story Time @ Glidden Homestead

Glidden Historical Center 921 W Lincoln Hwy, DeKalb, IL

Join DeKalb Public Library for a fun children’s story time at the historic Glidden Homestead!“Annie’s Storytime” will be held on the front lawn of the Glidden Homestead, 921 W. Lincoln […]

DeKalb Independence Day Run/Walk

Hopkins Park 1403 Sycamore Road, DeKalb, IL

Start your holiday off on the right foot! This chip-timed race starts and finishes at Hopkins Park. The fee includes a race bag with bib, participation medal, and 2023 Independence […]

DeKalb Fourth of July Celebration & Fireworks Show

Hopkins Park 1403 Sycamore Road, DeKalb, IL

Enjoy a day of family fun in Hopkins Park as we celebrate our nation’s independence! Brought to you in cooperation with the City of DeKalb. Independence Day Run/Walk: 8:00 am […]

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Genoa Toddler Garden

Chamberlain Park 400 East 2nd Street, Genoa, IL

The Basics Toddler Garden includes hands-on features such as: dirt digging site sensory and an edible garden musical flower sculptures obstacle paver path seating for story and reading times The […]

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DeKalb Toddler Garden

Welsh Park 651 Russell Rd, DeKalb, IL

The Basics Toddler Garden includes hands-on features such as: dirt digging site sensory and an edible garden musical flower sculptures obstacle paver path seating for story and reading times The […]

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DeKalb Farmers’ Market

Van Buer Plaza 148-198 N 2nd St, DeKalb, IL

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, […]

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Brown Bag Lunch/ Local Lore Adult Lecture Series

Ellwood House 420 Linden Place, DeKalb, IL

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 […]

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Sycamore Summer Concert Series

Citizens Memorial Sports Complex 435 Airport Road

Bring your own seating/picnic blankets. Food, beer, and wine available for purchase. June 1: Rockin' Fenderskirts June 8: The Messengers June 15: Prissillas June 29: Jolly Ringwalds July: 6: Nashville […]

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17th Annual ‘Let’s Dance’ Big Band Weekend

304 Carroll Ave. 340 Carroll Ave., DeKalb, IL

17th Annual Let's Dance Big Band Weekend, July 7 - 9, 2023.Features: 3 dances, 3 live bands, host: John Smith and Shananigans Big Band, DeKalb, IL.3 optional registration deals, lessons, […]

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