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SUMMARY:Free Legal Consultations
DESCRIPTION:DeKalb Township will be hosting Prairie State Legal Services once a month throughout 2026 to ensure qualifying residents have access to FREE legal services. \nIf you are a tenant with questions regarding a housing matter; If you are being forcibly discharged from a nursing home; If you were recently denied public benefits or if your benefits were reduced; If you have an employment-related legal question; If you or someone you know has been the victim of elder abuse\, please call the DeKalb Township today to schedule an appointment and determine if you are eligible to receive these FREE services. \nFor additional details or to check your eligibility\, call the DeKalb Township at 815-758-8282.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/free-legal-consultations/2026-06-16/
LOCATION:DeKalb Township\, 2323 S. 4th St.\, DeKalb\, Illinois\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Free Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T120438
CREATED:20260330T174112Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Food Truck Wednesdays
DESCRIPTION:Come out for lunch\, meet up with a friend or grab your afternoon pick-me-up from a variety of food trucks each Wednesday through the fall. \n\n\n\nLocal food trucks will line the street on Normal Road in front of the MLK Commons on Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. \n\n\n\nCAB will provide entertainment and fun\, including student performances. There will also be appearances from members of NIU Athletics. 
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/2026-food-truck-wednesdays-2/2026-06-17/
LOCATION:MLK Commons\, DeKalb\, Illinois\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T193000
DTSTAMP:20260417T120438
CREATED:20260325T201929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T201931Z
UID:10002446-1781807400-1781811000@dekalbcountycvb.com
SUMMARY:Hinckley Summer Band Concert
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy music by the Shade Tree Music Company at the first Hinckley Summer Band Concert in the Community Park!
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/hinckley-summer-band-concert/
LOCATION:Hinckley Community Park\, 100 N Maple Street\, Hinckley\, Illinois\, 60520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T120438
CREATED:20240626T155012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T154845Z
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SUMMARY:Fishing Derby
DESCRIPTION:Reel in some fun! Bring your tackle box\, poles\, and bucket for a morning of fishing- rain or shine! Awards will be given for Longest\, Shortest\, and Most Caught in youth and adult categories. The Fishing Derby falls on one of Illinois’ free fishing days\, so fishing licenses are not required. There will be no lifeguard on duty\, and each person is allowed 1 fishing pole. \n\n\n\nResident: $8 | Non-resident: $10
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/fishing-derby-2026/
LOCATION:Mason Park- Larson Lake\, 455 S. Annie Glidden Road\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Physical Activities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T190000
DTSTAMP:20260417T120438
CREATED:20240626T152957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T163936Z
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SUMMARY:DeKalb Pride Fest 2026
DESCRIPTION:DeKalb Pride Fest is back on Saturday\, June 20th\, 2026\, to celebrate and connect the LGBTQIA+ community in DeKalb County! \n\n\n\nCelebrate love\, diversity\, and equality at Pride Fest 2026 on Saturday\, June 20th\, from 4-7PM. Join DeKalb Pride in Van Buer Plaza and on 2nd Street in downtown DeKalb for fun and festivities! Whether you are part of the community or an ally\, come share in the vibrant atmosphere and let your pride shine! \n\n\n\nLooking to join as a vendor? Check out dekalbpride.org for the vendor application and more information.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/dekalb-pride-fest-2026/
LOCATION:Van Buer Plaza\, 148-198 N 2nd St\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,LGBTQ Friendly
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ORGANIZER;CN="DeKalb Pride":MAILTO:info@dekalbpride.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T220000
DTSTAMP:20260417T120438
CREATED:20260330T192933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T192934Z
UID:10002532-1781980200-1781992800@dekalbcountycvb.com
SUMMARY:DOORS Tribute band - An American Prayer LIVE at The Warehouse on Park
DESCRIPTION:The Music of the Doors was one of the most influential bands of the counterculture era and The Warehouse on Park is excited to welcome An American Prayer! \n\n\n\nThe music of the Doors featuring the Lizard King\, Jim Morrison rocked the 60’s! Relive the music and welcome the areas premier Doors tribute band\, An American Prayer! \n\n\n\nAn American Prayer will be performing from 7-10pm \n\n\n\nSlow Smoke BBQ will be onhand with their famous BBQ! \n\n\n\nGate & bar opens at 6:30pm \n\n\n\n$15 per person at the gate \n\n\n\nVIP TIX $25 per person at the gate \n\n\n\n16 & over event \n\n\n\nNo outside food or drinks allowed \n\n\n\nNo pets
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/doors-tribute-band-an-american-prayer-live-at-the-warehouse-on-park/
LOCATION:Warehouse on Park\, 662 Park Ave\, Genoa\, IL\, 60135\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260621T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260621T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T120438
CREATED:20260302T192918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T192921Z
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SUMMARY:Free Breakfasts for Veterans
DESCRIPTION:Continuing through 2026\, the DeKalb Moose Lodge will be offering all veterans a free breakfast on the third Sunday of each month.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/free-breakfasts-for-veterans/2026-06-21/
LOCATION:DeKalb Moose Lodge\, 1231 E Lincoln Hwy.\,\, DeKalb\, Illinois\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:America 250
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260622T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260622T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T120438
CREATED:20260330T181711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T182916Z
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SUMMARY:Nature's Explorers Summer Camp
DESCRIPTION:A day camp experience for youth ages 7 to 11. Open to any youth seeking outdoor adventure. \n\n\n\n\nTrailblazers Camp\, June 22 to June 26\, Ages 9 to 11 \nCold-Blooded Critters Camp\, July 6 to July 10\, Ages 7 to 9 (must have completed 1st grade) \nInsect Investigators Camp\, July 20 to July 24\, Ages 7 to 9 (must have completed 1st grade)
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/natures-explorers-summer-camp/2026-06-22/
LOCATION:Russell Woods Forest Preserve\, 11750 IL-72\, Genoa\, 60135\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
ORGANIZER;CN="University of Illinois Extension":MAILTO:mariantt@illinois.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260623T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260623T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T120438
CREATED:20260330T181711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T182916Z
UID:10002516-1782205200-1782226800@dekalbcountycvb.com
SUMMARY:Nature's Explorers Summer Camp
DESCRIPTION:A day camp experience for youth ages 7 to 11. Open to any youth seeking outdoor adventure. \n\n\n\n\nTrailblazers Camp\, June 22 to June 26\, Ages 9 to 11 \nCold-Blooded Critters Camp\, July 6 to July 10\, Ages 7 to 9 (must have completed 1st grade) \nInsect Investigators Camp\, July 20 to July 24\, Ages 7 to 9 (must have completed 1st grade)
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/natures-explorers-summer-camp/2026-06-23/
LOCATION:Russell Woods Forest Preserve\, 11750 IL-72\, Genoa\, 60135\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
ORGANIZER;CN="University of Illinois Extension":MAILTO:mariantt@illinois.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260624T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260624T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T120438
CREATED:20260330T181711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T182916Z
UID:10002517-1782291600-1782313200@dekalbcountycvb.com
SUMMARY:Nature's Explorers Summer Camp
DESCRIPTION:A day camp experience for youth ages 7 to 11. Open to any youth seeking outdoor adventure. \n\n\n\n\nTrailblazers Camp\, June 22 to June 26\, Ages 9 to 11 \nCold-Blooded Critters Camp\, July 6 to July 10\, Ages 7 to 9 (must have completed 1st grade) \nInsect Investigators Camp\, July 20 to July 24\, Ages 7 to 9 (must have completed 1st grade)
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/natures-explorers-summer-camp/2026-06-24/
LOCATION:Russell Woods Forest Preserve\, 11750 IL-72\, Genoa\, 60135\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
ORGANIZER;CN="University of Illinois Extension":MAILTO:mariantt@illinois.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260624T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260624T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T120438
CREATED:20260330T174112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T174114Z
UID:10002496-1782298800-1782309600@dekalbcountycvb.com
SUMMARY:2026 Food Truck Wednesdays
DESCRIPTION:Come out for lunch\, meet up with a friend or grab your afternoon pick-me-up from a variety of food trucks each Wednesday through the fall. \n\n\n\nLocal food trucks will line the street on Normal Road in front of the MLK Commons on Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. \n\n\n\nCAB will provide entertainment and fun\, including student performances. There will also be appearances from members of NIU Athletics. 
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/2026-food-truck-wednesdays-2/2026-06-24/
LOCATION:MLK Commons\, DeKalb\, Illinois\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260625T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260625T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T120438
CREATED:20260330T181711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T182916Z
UID:10002518-1782378000-1782399600@dekalbcountycvb.com
SUMMARY:Nature's Explorers Summer Camp
DESCRIPTION:A day camp experience for youth ages 7 to 11. Open to any youth seeking outdoor adventure. \n\n\n\n\nTrailblazers Camp\, June 22 to June 26\, Ages 9 to 11 \nCold-Blooded Critters Camp\, July 6 to July 10\, Ages 7 to 9 (must have completed 1st grade) \nInsect Investigators Camp\, July 20 to July 24\, Ages 7 to 9 (must have completed 1st grade)
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/natures-explorers-summer-camp/2026-06-25/
LOCATION:Russell Woods Forest Preserve\, 11750 IL-72\, Genoa\, 60135\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
ORGANIZER;CN="University of Illinois Extension":MAILTO:mariantt@illinois.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T235959
DTSTAMP:20260417T120438
CREATED:20240626T160907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T201056Z
UID:10000904-1782432000-1782604799@dekalbcountycvb.com
SUMMARY:Malta Days Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a family-friendly fun time in Malta. Malta’s annual hometown festival has something for everyone. Party all day & night with local food\, beer garden\, kids’ activities\, music soundstage and more! Featuring a firework show at 10pm on Saturday.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/malta-days-festival-2026/
LOCATION:Malta Lions Park\, 409 N 4th Street\, Malta\, IL\, 60150\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,LGBTQ Friendly,Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T120438
CREATED:20260330T181711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T182916Z
UID:10002519-1782464400-1782486000@dekalbcountycvb.com
SUMMARY:Nature's Explorers Summer Camp
DESCRIPTION:A day camp experience for youth ages 7 to 11. Open to any youth seeking outdoor adventure. \n\n\n\n\nTrailblazers Camp\, June 22 to June 26\, Ages 9 to 11 \nCold-Blooded Critters Camp\, July 6 to July 10\, Ages 7 to 9 (must have completed 1st grade) \nInsect Investigators Camp\, July 20 to July 24\, Ages 7 to 9 (must have completed 1st grade)
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/natures-explorers-summer-camp/2026-06-26/
LOCATION:Russell Woods Forest Preserve\, 11750 IL-72\, Genoa\, 60135\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
ORGANIZER;CN="University of Illinois Extension":MAILTO:mariantt@illinois.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T120438
CREATED:20260327T204846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T204847Z
UID:10002470-1782550800-1782565200@dekalbcountycvb.com
SUMMARY:Shabbona Farmers Market 2026
DESCRIPTION:Shabbona Farmers Market begins Saturday\, May 2 running every other weekend through October 10\, 2026! New in 2026 – Family Outing Days will be held with the Farmers Market. There will be an inflatable obstacle course\, games\, crafts\, and a sweet treat offered sponsored by Big Time Rentals. This market features 12+ vendor and craft bar!
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/shabbona-farmers-market-2026/2026-06-27/
LOCATION:Purdy Park\, 205 E Navaho Ave\, Shabbona\, IL\, 60550\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Farmers' Markets,Free Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T220000
DTSTAMP:20260417T120438
CREATED:20260326T161113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T201204Z
UID:10002452-1782579600-1782597600@dekalbcountycvb.com
SUMMARY:Hinckley Good Time for All Festival - Fireworks at Dark
DESCRIPTION:Hinckley Good Time for All Festival. \nFireworks at Dark – Activities in the Afternoon. \nFind more details as the event approaches at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100069410888832
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/hinckley-good-time-for-all-festival-fireworks-at-dark/
LOCATION:Hinckley High School\, 700 E Lincoln Ave\, Hinckley\, IL\, 60520\, United States
CATEGORIES:America 250,Family Friendly,Free Event,Volunteer Opportunity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T220000
DTSTAMP:20260417T120438
CREATED:20260330T193916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T200346Z
UID:10002533-1782585000-1782597600@dekalbcountycvb.com
SUMMARY:Rockabilly Night featuring Rick Lindy & The Wild Ones Live
DESCRIPTION:Rick Lindy & The Wild Ones will bring us all back in time to the awesome roots of Rock & Roll with amazing hits from the 50’s & 60’s! \n\n\n\nThe Warehouse on Park is excited to welcome back the Rockabilly icon himself\, Rick Lindy and the Wild Ones band! Rick will be playing homage to some of the greatest Rockabilly artists of all time such as Elvis\, Carl Perkins\, Jerry Lee Lewis and more! \n\n\n\nRick & The Wild ones\, will be performing from 7-10pm \n\n\n\nSlow Smoke BBQ will be here with their amazing\, award winning BBQ \n\n\n\nGate & bar will open at 6:30pm \n\n\n\n16 & over event \n\n\n\n$15 per person at the gate \n\n\n\nVIP TIX $25 per person at the gate \n\n\n\nNo outside food or drinks allowed \n\n\n\nNo pets allowed
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/rockabilly-night-featuring-rick-lindy-the-wild-ones-live/
LOCATION:Warehouse on Park\, 662 Park Ave\, Genoa\, IL\, 60135\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T213000
DTSTAMP:20260417T120438
CREATED:20260119T192057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T192059Z
UID:10002333-1782586800-1782595800@dekalbcountycvb.com
SUMMARY:WCPW: Windy City Pro Wrestling
DESCRIPTION:WCPW® \n\n\n\nSaturday May 2nd\, 2026 \n\n\n\nDoors 6:30pm\, Bell 7pm
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/wcpw-windy-city-pro-wrestling/2026-06-27/
LOCATION:DeKalb Sports and Recreation Center\, 1765 S 4th St\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,LGBTQ Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260701T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260701T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T120438
CREATED:20260330T174112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T174114Z
UID:10002497-1782903600-1782914400@dekalbcountycvb.com
SUMMARY:2026 Food Truck Wednesdays
DESCRIPTION:Come out for lunch\, meet up with a friend or grab your afternoon pick-me-up from a variety of food trucks each Wednesday through the fall. \n\n\n\nLocal food trucks will line the street on Normal Road in front of the MLK Commons on Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. \n\n\n\nCAB will provide entertainment and fun\, including student performances. There will also be appearances from members of NIU Athletics. 
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/2026-food-truck-wednesdays-2/2026-07-01/
LOCATION:MLK Commons\, DeKalb\, Illinois\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260702T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260704T235959
DTSTAMP:20260417T120438
CREATED:20240626T143629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T153509Z
UID:10000866-1782950400-1783209599@dekalbcountycvb.com
SUMMARY:78th Annual Kirkland 4th of July Festival
DESCRIPTION:Three-day festival\, Kirkland 4th of July will host its 78th annual event at Franklin Township Park starting July 2nd\, 2026. This event brings us together every year with live music\, carnival rides\, vendors\, games\, a parade\, car and tractor show\, and of course fireworks! This year’s live performances will feature Ethan Larson\, Back Country Roads\, Six Pack Band\, Back Forward Band and more. The festival will close out on the night of Saturday\, July 4th with one of Northern Illinois’ best fireworks shows. You won’t want to miss it! View the schedules below.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/78th-annual-kirkland-4th-of-july-festival/
LOCATION:Franklin Township Park\, 250 W. South St\, Kirkland\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:America 250,Family Friendly,Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260704T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260704T143000
DTSTAMP:20260417T120438
CREATED:20260121T223146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T220203Z
UID:10002383-1783148400-1783175400@dekalbcountycvb.com
SUMMARY:Shabbona 4th of July Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Village of Shabbona’s 4th of July craft fair\, parade and festival is an annual event. Start your day off with the Shabbona Fire Protection District’s pancake breakfast at the Fire Barn\, then mosey around Purdy Park and check out all the crafters beginning at 8am. Stick around and view the parade at noon and enjoy all the festival activities. Fireworks are at Shabbona Lake State Park and begin at dusk.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/shabbona-4th-of-july-festival-2026/
LOCATION:Purdy Park\, 205 E Navaho Ave\, Shabbona\, IL\, 60550\, United States
CATEGORIES:America 250,Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260706T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260706T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T120438
CREATED:20260330T181711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T182916Z
UID:10002520-1783328400-1783350000@dekalbcountycvb.com
SUMMARY:Nature's Explorers Summer Camp
DESCRIPTION:A day camp experience for youth ages 7 to 11. Open to any youth seeking outdoor adventure. \n\n\n\n\nTrailblazers Camp\, June 22 to June 26\, Ages 9 to 11 \nCold-Blooded Critters Camp\, July 6 to July 10\, Ages 7 to 9 (must have completed 1st grade) \nInsect Investigators Camp\, July 20 to July 24\, Ages 7 to 9 (must have completed 1st grade)
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/natures-explorers-summer-camp/2026-07-06/
LOCATION:Russell Woods Forest Preserve\, 11750 IL-72\, Genoa\, 60135\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
ORGANIZER;CN="University of Illinois Extension":MAILTO:mariantt@illinois.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260707T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260707T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T120438
CREATED:20260330T181711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T182916Z
UID:10002521-1783414800-1783436400@dekalbcountycvb.com
SUMMARY:Nature's Explorers Summer Camp
DESCRIPTION:A day camp experience for youth ages 7 to 11. Open to any youth seeking outdoor adventure. \n\n\n\n\nTrailblazers Camp\, June 22 to June 26\, Ages 9 to 11 \nCold-Blooded Critters Camp\, July 6 to July 10\, Ages 7 to 9 (must have completed 1st grade) \nInsect Investigators Camp\, July 20 to July 24\, Ages 7 to 9 (must have completed 1st grade)
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/natures-explorers-summer-camp/2026-07-07/
LOCATION:Russell Woods Forest Preserve\, 11750 IL-72\, Genoa\, 60135\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
ORGANIZER;CN="University of Illinois Extension":MAILTO:mariantt@illinois.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260708T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260708T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T120438
CREATED:20260330T181711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T182916Z
UID:10002522-1783501200-1783522800@dekalbcountycvb.com
SUMMARY:Nature's Explorers Summer Camp
DESCRIPTION:A day camp experience for youth ages 7 to 11. Open to any youth seeking outdoor adventure. \n\n\n\n\nTrailblazers Camp\, June 22 to June 26\, Ages 9 to 11 \nCold-Blooded Critters Camp\, July 6 to July 10\, Ages 7 to 9 (must have completed 1st grade) \nInsect Investigators Camp\, July 20 to July 24\, Ages 7 to 9 (must have completed 1st grade)
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/natures-explorers-summer-camp/2026-07-08/
LOCATION:Russell Woods Forest Preserve\, 11750 IL-72\, Genoa\, 60135\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
ORGANIZER;CN="University of Illinois Extension":MAILTO:mariantt@illinois.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260708T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260708T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T120438
CREATED:20260330T174112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T174114Z
UID:10002498-1783508400-1783519200@dekalbcountycvb.com
SUMMARY:2026 Food Truck Wednesdays
DESCRIPTION:Come out for lunch\, meet up with a friend or grab your afternoon pick-me-up from a variety of food trucks each Wednesday through the fall. \n\n\n\nLocal food trucks will line the street on Normal Road in front of the MLK Commons on Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. \n\n\n\nCAB will provide entertainment and fun\, including student performances. There will also be appearances from members of NIU Athletics. 
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/2026-food-truck-wednesdays-2/2026-07-08/
LOCATION:MLK Commons\, DeKalb\, Illinois\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Food-Truck-Wednesday.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260708T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260708T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T120438
CREATED:20260220T214750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T215202Z
UID:10002406-1783522800-1783526400@dekalbcountycvb.com
SUMMARY:America 250 Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:One County\, One Nation: America 250 Ceremony \n\n\n\nJoin the DeKalb County Community as we commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States! The ceremony will include a public reading of the Declaration of Independence and is envisioned as a community-focused event celebrating our shared history and civic values.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/america-250-ceremony/
LOCATION:DeKalb County Courthouse\, 133 W State St\, Sycamore\, IL\, 60178\, United States
CATEGORIES:America 250
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/America-250-Ceremony-Save-the-Date-12.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260708T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260708T180000
DTSTAMP:20260417T120438
CREATED:20260325T204042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T204044Z
UID:10002447-1783530000-1783533600@dekalbcountycvb.com
SUMMARY:Reading of Declaration of Independence
DESCRIPTION:Join with citizens across the country in a simultaneous reading the Declaration of Independence at the Hinckley Community Building.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/reading-of-declaration-of-independence/
LOCATION:Hinckley Community Building\, 100 N. Maple Street\, Hinckley\,\, Illinois
CATEGORIES:America 250
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260709T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260709T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T120438
CREATED:20260330T181711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T182916Z
UID:10002523-1783587600-1783609200@dekalbcountycvb.com
SUMMARY:Nature's Explorers Summer Camp
DESCRIPTION:A day camp experience for youth ages 7 to 11. Open to any youth seeking outdoor adventure. \n\n\n\n\nTrailblazers Camp\, June 22 to June 26\, Ages 9 to 11 \nCold-Blooded Critters Camp\, July 6 to July 10\, Ages 7 to 9 (must have completed 1st grade) \nInsect Investigators Camp\, July 20 to July 24\, Ages 7 to 9 (must have completed 1st grade)
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/natures-explorers-summer-camp/2026-07-09/
LOCATION:Russell Woods Forest Preserve\, 11750 IL-72\, Genoa\, 60135\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
ORGANIZER;CN="University of Illinois Extension":MAILTO:mariantt@illinois.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260710T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260712T235959
DTSTAMP:20260417T120438
CREATED:20250221T211206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T215837Z
UID:10001426-1783641600-1783900799@dekalbcountycvb.com
SUMMARY:20th Let's Dance Big Band Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Get your dancing shoes ready for 20th Annual Let’s Dance Big Band Weekend at the Duke Ellington Ballroom starting July 10th!
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/20th-lets-dance-big-band-weekend/
LOCATION:Duke Ellington Ballroom\, 340 Carroll Ave\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music,Physical Activities
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Lets-Dance-flyer-2026.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260710T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260710T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T120438
CREATED:20260330T181711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T182916Z
UID:10002524-1783674000-1783695600@dekalbcountycvb.com
SUMMARY:Nature's Explorers Summer Camp
DESCRIPTION:A day camp experience for youth ages 7 to 11. Open to any youth seeking outdoor adventure. \n\n\n\n\nTrailblazers Camp\, June 22 to June 26\, Ages 9 to 11 \nCold-Blooded Critters Camp\, July 6 to July 10\, Ages 7 to 9 (must have completed 1st grade) \nInsect Investigators Camp\, July 20 to July 24\, Ages 7 to 9 (must have completed 1st grade)
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/natures-explorers-summer-camp/2026-07-10/
LOCATION:Russell Woods Forest Preserve\, 11750 IL-72\, Genoa\, 60135\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
ORGANIZER;CN="University of Illinois Extension":MAILTO:mariantt@illinois.edu
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