• STEM Café: Lasers, Policies and Risk…Oh My!

    Fatty’s Pub and Grille 1312 W Lincoln Hwy,, DeKalb, IL

    Speakers: Shannon Stoker, J.D., Director Patty Wallace, Ph.D., Assistant Director Linda Srygler, M.S., Laboratory Safety Specialist NIU Office of Research Compliance, Integrity, and Safety in the Division of Research and Innovation Partnerships NIU is a “Research 2 Institution,” which means the university provides a multitude of research opportunities for faculty and students, in fields ranging […]

    Free
  • NIU Art Museum Presents: Cut to the Core

    Altgeld Hall 116 Altgeld Hall, Dekalb, IL, United States

    Illustrated lecture by assistant professor of visual communications Maria Grillo on building trust in yourself as a visual communicator and earning the trust of others. As a new full-time hire in the School of Art and Design, Maria is also the president, owner and creative director of Grillo Group, LLC which is a communications design collaborative based in […]

    Free
  • Bubbles and Brushes

    Chelsea McGhee Studios 942 W. State Street, Sycamore, United States

    Grab your girls and come celebrate a favorite day of friendship – Galentine’s Day! Join Chelsea McGhee Studios for a Paint Night! Paint a bottle of prosecco + a champagne flute. Your night will include a bottle of La Marca Prosecco, a champagne flute + and small sweet treats plus everything you need to paint!  This class […]

    $49
  • Valentine’s Weekend at Egyptian

    Egyptian Theatre 135 North 2nd Street, DeKalb, IL, United States

    🎶❤️‍🔥LOVE IS IN THE AIR … AND SO IS THE MUSIC! ❤️‍🔥🎶 Treat your valentine and head out to one or all three great shows that the Egyptian Theatre has lined up! Chris Ruggiero: FEBRUARY 13 @ 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM Chris Ruggiero always wanted to be a singer and now finds himself, in his mid-twenties, an in-demand […]

    $39 – $79
  • Kids Valentine Painting

    Chelsea McGhee Studios 942 W. State Street, Sycamore, United States

    Drop off your kids to paint one of 10 Valentines themed choices. Includes a pre-sketched canvas, supplies & instructions as well as use of aprons. No painting experience necessary. Step by step guide! Ages 6 and up. Your order reserves your spot for this limited seating class in studio!

    $28
  • Live Painting & Valentine’s Day Fiesta Friday

    El Jimador Mexican Grill 260 E Lincoln Hwy., DeKalb, Illinois, United States

    El Jimador Mexican Grill has lots planned for you on Valentine’s Day! Starting at 6pm with a live painting by martygniech7. All reservations (with a valid entree purchase) will be entered to win his painting. Then starting at 8pm they will be having their annual Valentine’s Day Fiesta Friday with DJ NRG. Join them for […]

  • Paint your Partner!

    Chelsea McGhee Studios 942 W. State Street, Sycamore, United States

    Spend this Valentine’s Day Painting your Partner! Sit across from your partner/friend/spouse and paint their portrait. You can opt for a blank canvas or if you’d prefer to have a little more help send a photo beforehand to get a pre-sketched simple outline for you to paint. Painters must be 13 or older to attend. Ages 13-17 must […]

    $50 – $76
  • Friday Night Line Dancing w/ DJ Dave

    Friday Night Line Dancing w/ DJ Dave
    Denim & Diamonds Saloon 425 W State St., Sycamore, IL, United States

    DJ Dave will be playing all the line dance & couple favorites! Try out Denim & Diamonds’ famous Apple Pie Shots for just $2. (There is always a $5 cover on Friday & Saturdays)

    $5
  • Be My Gal Pal – A Galentine’s Day Workshop

    Blumen Gardens 403 Edward St, Sycamore, IL, United States

    Join Blumen Gardens for “Be My Gal Pal – A Galentine’s Day Workshop”!  Immerse yourself in an afternoon of fun and friendship from 1-3 PM. Bring your besties or make new connections as you are guided through crafting delightful cocktails and creating beautiful flower arrangements. Plus, indulge in a delectable grazing table filled with snacks – […]

    $54