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Annual Pumpkin Festival
The historic Sycamore Pumpkin Festival takes place on October 27-31. Thousands of pumpkins, all painted or carved for judging, decorate the courthouse lawn, and food vendors dish up pumpkin pie, caramel apples and other fall favorites. Also in this pumpkin patch: two arts-and-crafts shows, carnival rides, a historic house walk, 10K Pumpkin Run road race […]
Jonamac Orchard Food Trucks and Live Music
Jonamac Orchard Food Trucks and Live Music
Join us at Jonamac Orchard every weekend for food truck starting at 11am, and live music from 1-4pm in our Band Shell
Whiskey Acres Food & Music
Whiskey Acres Food & Music
Join Whiskey Acres every Friday – Sunday for live music and food trucks! View artists and food trucks by clicking here Typical schedule as follows: Friday: 5:00-8:00pm Saturday: 3:00-8:00pm Sunday: 2:00-5:00pm
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Cosplay Workshop
Cosplay Workshop
Cosplay your favorite characters using our costumes and props. Bring some of your own paraphernalia to complete the look! Pose in front of our green screen and backdrop scene.This event is for students in grades 6-12. Registration is required, as space is limited.For additional information or to register, please contact Susan at susang@dkpl.org or at […]
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African American Oral History Project
African American Oral History Project
November’s Brown Bag/Local Lore program heads back to the Ellwood House Museum. Dr. Stanley Arnold and Drew VandeCreek will discuss the African American Oral History project. This talk, sponsored by the DeKalb County History Center and Ellwood House Museum, will be on Thursday, November 3 at 12:00. The Northern Illinois University African American Oral History […]
Badminton at the Library
Badminton at the Library
Are you a backyard badminton enthusiast? Are you interested in learning badminton skills? Join us to learn more about badminton basics, including how to hold your racket, serving, and different types of shots. Badminton World Federation certified coaches will help you to improve your technique and teach you more about the sport of badminton.All badminton […]
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Think Floyd USA
Think Floyd USA
Think Floyd USA celebrates the music of Pink Floyd with a full-production tribute performance that showcases an energetic and phenomenally gifted cast alongside mesmerizing lights and video. Featuring nine passionate musicians and vocalists, Think Floyd USA includes several dedicated founding members who began the journey together in 2004. Deemed “absolutely amazing…the best Pink Floyd tribute […]
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Artist-in-Residence: Soft Block Printing with Molly Walker
Artist-in-Residence: Soft Block Printing with Molly Walker
Join local artist Molly Walker to explore printmaking. Molly will demonstrate live at 2:00pm how she carves linoleum blocks and experiments with inks and patterns. Molly’s printmaking, acrylic painting, and photography works will be on display. Attendees will be able to carve their own soft block to take home and create some printed art (while […]
Pumpkin Smash’n’Bash
Pumpkin Smash’n’Bash
Bring your carved Halloween pumpkin to Hopkins Sled Hill for pumpkin roll competitions and smash stations! Have fun smashing your pumpkin and turning it into compost that will help nourish plants in the spring. Each participant must be registered, but spectators are welcome. Staff asks participants to remove any candles and glow sticks beforehand. Non-carved […]
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Planning for Retirement Health Care Costs
Planning for Retirement Health Care Costs
Health care is one of the biggest topics of conversation in the United States today. Pre-retirees are concerned about how much it will cost in retirement and what they need to be doing now to prepare.Because of this topic’s importance, we’ve created the Planning for Retirement Health Care Costs program to help people understand the […]
Planning for Retirement Health Care Costs
Planning for Retirement Health Care Costs
Health care is one of the biggest topics of conversation in the United States today. Pre-retirees are concerned about how much it will cost in retirement and what they need to be doing now to prepare.Because of this topic’s importance, we’ve created the Planning for Retirement Health Care Costs program to help people understand the […]
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Veterans Day Ceremony
Veterans Day Ceremony
Pre- Veteran's Day Event* - Kishwaukee College Veterans Day Ceremony at the Student Center November 10 - 11:00 AM Kishwaukee College - Malta, IL 2022 Order of Events Presidential Welcome - Dr. Laurie S. Borowicz National Anthem - Ethan Rutten Pledge of Allegiance - Whitney Dulzo Recognition of Service & Moment of Silence - Delaney Hood Musical Performance DeKalb […]
Explore Adventure Works — DeKalb Public
Explore Adventure Works — DeKalb Public
Visit with therapists from Adventure Works!Located on Sycamore Road in DeKalb, Adventure Works–DeKalb County provides therapy to children and families through fun outdoor activities. Learn about available programs, volunteer opportunities, and how you can support this wonderful organization.This program is free and no registration is required. It is intended for parents and caregivers.For more information, […]
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Veterans’ Day Ceremony – DeKalb
Veterans’ Day Ceremony – DeKalb
Veterans Day for the year 2022 is celebrated and observed on Friday, November 11th. Veterans Day is a United States federal holiday that honors all military veterans who have served in the U.S. military and is observed annually on November 11. The Day coincides with Remembrance Day and Armistice Day which marks the anniversary of the end of World War I (ended […]
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Dark Art and Oddities Con
The 2022 Dark Art and Oddities Con is a convention showcasing the most unique vendors and artists! It is like Black Friday for the truly odd and unique people on your holiday list, yourself included! This year, we are excited to welcome Santiago Cirilo, best known as "Julio" in AMC's hit series, The Walking Dead! […]
STEM: Marine Engineering with the Society of Women Engineers
STEM: Marine Engineering with the Society of Women Engineers
Join volunteers from the Society of Women Engineers and build boats out of household materials. Think like a marine engineer as you test the strength of your boats. Will they sink? Or will they float?This event, intended for students in grades 2-5, is led by volunteers from the Society of Women Engineers. K-1 students welcome […]
Gibson Cima
Gibson Cima
Virginia-born singer-songwriter Gibson Cima cut his teeth busking in Seattle's Pike Place Market, learning traditional folk songs from clawhammer banjo player Gregory Paul. In 2011, he released his debut album I See Two Suns, a mix of original songs and bluegrass standards. Cima recently released his sophomore effort, The Picture That Came With The Frame […]
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Steve Bigolin on Airport Road’s Crane House
Steve Bigolin on Airport Road’s Crane House
Early in 1880, Frederick Crane had an especially pretentious Italianate-style brick farmhouse constructed for himself and his family on Airport Road, between Barber Greene and Pleasant Street Roads. While the ornate exterior has dominated the surrounding countryside for just over 140 years, it has sat empty and deteriorating since March 2008. Learn who Frederick Crane […]
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Homeschool Happenings: Dinovember
Homeschool Happenings: Dinovember
Dinosaurs are invading the library! It’s up to you to stop them from destroying everything…or maybe help them with their shenanigans. Enjoy a fun day of dinosaur crafts, stories, and activities.This program is free and intended for children. No registration is required.For additional information, please contact Theresa at theresaw@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.
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Teen and STEM Café: Science of Cultural Foods
Teen and STEM Café: Science of Cultural Foods
Explore how geography impacts the dishes served in a region. Chat with experts, meet fellow teens who are interested in science and technology – and enjoy free pizza!This free presentation is for all ages. Registration via phone or email is required.For additional information or to register, please contact Susan at susang@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 […]
Nouveau
Nouveau
Beaujolais Nouveau Day is marked in France on the third Thursday in November with fireworks, music and festivals. To pay homage to this party-filled tradition, we host an annual 9:00 am breakfast and toast. Come and enjoy a delicious glass of our 2022 Nouveau and complimentary breakfast! We will have live music by Wally Mulso […]
Turkey Dinner
Turkey Dinner
Turkey Dinner to include: HoKa Roasted Turkey, Homemade Stuffing, Mashed Potatoes/Gravy, Candied Carrots, Homemade Cranberry Sauce, Honey HIll Apple Pie. Drive Thru Only. Cash or Check made out to Shabbona Community Church, No credit cards. $16/dinner
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Ashlie Amber: I Will Always Love You
Ashlie Amber: I Will Always Love You
Ashlie Amber has been performing full time all over the world for the past decade including on the 2012 Season of American Idol as well as being nominated for multiple Henry Awards by dominating several leading roles in renown musicals including The Color Purple, Spamalot, and RENT. While telling the amazing story of Whitney Houston, […]
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OCB Midwest States
OCB Midwest States
Event ticket includes pre-judging and awards; all day access. Categories Include: 100% Drug Tested, Unconditional OCB Pro Qualifier Women's Figure (Novice, Open, and Master's 40+) Women's Bikini (Novice, Open, and Master's 40+) Men's Bodybuilding (Novice, Open, and Master's 40+) Men's Physique (Novice, Open, and Master's 40+) Men's Classic Physique (Novice, Open, and Master's 40+). For more information […]
Family Fun Science: Robotics
Family Fun Science: Robotics
Let’s play and learn with robots! This month’s Family Fun Science features a visit from Crowbotics, the DeKalb High School Robotics Club. They will demo their robot, and then we’ll all play with some of the library’s robots.We have space in this program for 10 families. There is no registration; the first ten families to […]
Take a Hike, Change a Life
Take a Hike, Change a Life
Take a Hike, Change a Life is an Adventure Works fundraiser to support our programs and organization. The event will include 2 hikes (your choice of 1 or both), a firepit with s'mores, cookies and coffee, an obstacle course for the kids, and more!
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Neighbor’s House Giving Thanks 5K
Neighbor’s House Giving Thanks 5K
This Thanksgiving morning run helps provide over 200 DeKalb County students with literacy and homework help throughout the school year.
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The Polar Express at the Egyptian Theatre
The Polar Express at the Egyptian Theatre
This is the story of a young hero boy who boards on a powerful magical train that’s headed to the North Pole and Santa Claus’ home on Christmas Eve night. During this ride, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery which shows him that the wonder of life never fades for those who believe. Movie […]
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Wes Carr at Prairie State Winery
Wes Carr at Prairie State Winery
Wes Carr will be at Prairie State Winery on Saturday, November 26th. This event will be held in the dining room. All tables for this event will be first come first serve.
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Courtney Stone and Aaron Williams at Prairie State Winery
Courtney Stone and Aaron Williams at Prairie State Winery
Courtney Stone and Aaron Williams will be at Prairie State Winery on Sunday, November 27th. This event will be held in the dining room. All tables for this event are first come first serve.
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Homeschool Happenings: Minecraft
Homeschool Happenings: Minecraft
Whether you love to mine or craft, this day is for you! Explore the world of Minecraft with themed activities and crafts. Bring your diamond pickaxe and dig into this session.This program is free and intended for children. No registration is required.For additional information, please contact Theresa at theresaw@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350.
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Genoa-Kingston Christmas Craft Walk
Shop for handcrafted treasures at the 48th annual Genoa-Kingston Christmas Craft Walk on Dec. 1-3, 2022! Visit each home, business, and organization on the map to discover one-of-a-kind holiday décor, gifts, and tasty treats. Over 90 local crafters, artisans, and bakers will be at 15 locations throughout Genoa and Kingston. Stop by OpenDoor Coffee in […]
Winterfest
Winterfest
Plan to join us for our annual Winterfest. We'd love to see you again to celebrate winter both outdoors and in.
Winter Chocolate Walk
Winter Chocolate Walk
Enjoy shopping and sampling! As you shop fabulous deals for your Holiday gift buying, you will indulge in a vast array of fine chocolate desserts. Shopping doesn’t get much sweeter than this! Your delightful evening will start at Blumen Gardens, 403 Edward Street in Sycamore. There you will pick up your chocolate walk entry card, […]
Stories From My Childhood Exhibition Opening Reception
Stories From My Childhood Exhibition Opening Reception
Join us for the opening reception of Stories From My Childhood from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the NIU Art Museum. Award ceremony to begin at 6 p.m. Refreshments provided.A group show based on a national call for entry, “Stories From My Childhood” explores both dark childhood experiences and somewhat humorous and quirky observations […]
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Bundle up and bring the entire family downtown Sycamore on Friday, December 2!! Join us as we welcome Santa to Sycamore. At 4p.m. the evening starts off with a free Holiday movie, The Polar Express, at the Sycamore Theater At 6p.m. the Sycamore Fire Department will escort Santa and Ms. Claus to the Sycamore Theater. […]
Celebrate the Season
Celebrate the Season
Hometown traditions are back! Celebrate the Season on Friday, December 2nd we will be hosting the 21st Annual Jingle Bell Walking Parade, Santa's Arrival, tree lighting ceremony, wagon rides, Petting Zoo, free pictures with Santa, candy canes and a coloring contest!
DeKalb Area Women’s Center Holiday Shopping Fair
DeKalb Area Women’s Center Holiday Shopping Fair
6-9pm Fri. Dec.2 & 9am-4pm Sat. Dec.3, 2022 Annual Holiday Shopping Event. Unique Gifts. Live Music. Sweet Treats. All are welcome. $.50 at door.
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A Merry Little Sandwich Christmas
A Merry Little Sandwich Christmas
This FREE community favorite holiday event will kick off with a tree lighting ceremony at 4:30 pm. Visit local downtown businesses for family friendly festivities!
Santa Visits in DeKalb
Santa Visits in DeKalb
Visit with Santa inside his house to share your Christmas wishes! Take a picture with Santa, drop off your Christmas list, and take home a candy cane. Santa’s house is located in Van Buer Plaza at the corner of 2nd and Locust Street in Downtown DeKalb across from the The Confectionary.
DeKalb Area Women’s Center Holiday Shopping Fair
DeKalb Area Women’s Center Holiday Shopping Fair
6-9pm Fri. Dec.2 & 9am-4pm Sat. Dec.3, 2022 Annual Holiday Shopping Event. Unique Gifts. Live Music. Sweet Treats. All are welcome. $.50 at door.
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Neighbor’s House Giving Thanks 5K
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