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Calling all little princesses! Step into a fairytale afternoon filled with sparkle, imagination, and garden magic. Join a whimsical tea party complete with tea-time treats, enchanting activities, and a magical make-and-take craft! Dress in your royal best — gowns, crowns, and fairy tale flair encouraged! Enjoy tea-time snacks & refreshments fit for royalty Take Home […]
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Join the Egyptian Theatre’s countdown to the Oscars with this film series celebrating Academy Award nominees and winners through the decades. Shown on the largest movie screen in DeKalb County, you don’t want to miss this exciting lineup. Tuesdays at 7:00 PMJanuary 6 – Les Misérables (1935)January 13 – Spellbound (1945)January 20 – Mister Roberts […]
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Looking for a special gift for your Valentine this year? Decorate a premade coaster, designed to be assembled in layers. Each piece will be pre-cut on the library’s laser cutter. Whether you’re looking to put together something sweet for your sweetheart or just a nice decoration for your home, you’ll find variety to suit your […]
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As 2026 marks the 250th anniversary of the United States, the Ellwood House Museum and DeKalb County History Center are proud to announce the monthly Brown Bag Lunch series will focus on commemorating this historic anniversary. The series will kick off on February 5 with Bill Nicklas who will lay a foundation for the rest […] |
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Serving up great fish for a great cause, year after year. Faranda’s will host its annual Fish Fry Series starting Friday February 6th. Join on Friday nights 4pm to 8pm until Easter for a night out while you support local nonprofits. Pick from ten entrees with five side choices. All entrees enjoy unlimited access to […]
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Celebrate with your Galentines! Join Rivers’ Mexican Cantina & Grill for an evening with cocktails, local vendors, and a celebration designed for mingling, sipping, and celebrating Galentines!
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Join Canvas Hair Studio for a fun Galentine’s evening on Friday, February 6th for cookie decorating with Ken’s Kakes. Space is limited – get your tickets today!+come early and add on curls for just $10 morehttps://www.vagaro.com/canvashs/classes |
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Join the DeKalb Park District on Saturday, February 7th, at Hopkins Park, from noon to 3:00 pm for the 10th Annual Polar Palooza Winter Festival! Meet by the Hopkins Park Shelter for all the festivities. This is a FREE, snow or shine event that features: Hot ChocolateS’mores Roasting*Sled Dog DemonstrationsWinter HayridesWinter Craft Activities*Sledding *Some activities […]
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The Egyptian Theatre is proud to present the 9th annual “Jazz at the Egyptian” featuring performances by Jazz in Progress, the DeKalb High School Jazz Ensemble, the Sycamore High School Jazz Ensemble, and the NIU Jazz Orchestra. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind concert featuring performances by the area Jazz ensembles. Proceeds from the event will support local music programs at […]
$11 – $21.50
Shop honey, wool, bread, crafts, teas, and more at the Sycamore Winter Farmers Market every 1st and 3rd Saturday November-March from 10am-1pm in their greenhouse! Valentine’s Day Market on February 14th. |
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Back Alley Market presents Sweet Escape indoor makers market with over 150 vendors on Sunday, February 8th from 9am-3pm at the NIU Convocation Center! Featuring amazing vintage vendors, makers & bakers:
Free – $12
The highly anticipated Soup-er Sundays lecture series returns for its fourth year in 2026. You won’t want to miss these!
$5
Enjoy a hot potato bar while watching the Super Bowl at the DeKalb American Legion! |
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Good news: compost is back! After a winter hiccup, the DeKalb Public Library is thrilled to bring back one of our most-requested conversations – Composting as Collective Climate Action. Join DeCarbon DeKalb for an energizing, neighbor-led evening all about how composting cuts methane, stores carbon, improves soil health, and builds real community resilience. We’ll dig […]
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Join the Egyptian Theatre’s countdown to the Oscars with this film series celebrating Academy Award nominees and winners through the decades. Shown on the largest movie screen in DeKalb County, you don’t want to miss this exciting lineup. Tuesdays at 7:00 PMJanuary 6 – Les Misérables (1935)January 13 – Spellbound (1945)January 20 – Mister Roberts […]
$13 – $15
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This upcoming event on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, features local artist Catherine Urban hosting a creative evening at Prairie State Winery in Genoa. Event Details What’s Included Registration |
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Join Maurices Galentine’s Day Store Party featuring expert styling, latest arrivals, and exclusive gifts!
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Sip and Etch is back! Join Roberts Family Farms for a fun, hands-on glass etching experience where creativity meets craftsmanship! In this interactive workshop, you’ll learn how to personalize your own glass item using safe and easy etching techniques. Whether you’d like to create a one-of-a-kind gift, add a custom touch to your home décor, […]
$25
Based on the worldwide bestselling hit series by Dav Pilkey, the national tour of Dog Man: The Musical is a hilarious and heartwarming production following the chronicles of Dog Man, who with the head of a dog and the body of a policeman, loves to fight crime and chew on the furniture. But while trying his best […]
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Couples are invited to step back in time for an unforgettable evening of history, romance, and charm at the J.F. Glidden Homestead & Historical Center. “Glidden’s 1873 Date Night” will take place Friday, February 13, from 7–9 p.m. at the historic Homestead, 921 W. Lincoln Highway. This intimate, limited-ticket experience immerses guests in 19th-century courting […]
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Join all of the Studio 25 girls and Flawless Touch for a fun filled evening featuring a complimentary hot cocoa bar, snacks, select services, hair tinsel, and giveaways! Participating salons:Flawless TouchKatrina’s Hair LoveShear RoseStyles by ShannonPure Beauty by SkyeHair by TamraWimberly Hair StudioGrunge Hair StudioJules Wild Roots
Serving up great fish for a great cause, year after year. Faranda’s will host its annual Fish Fry Series starting Friday February 6th. Join on Friday nights 4pm to 8pm until Easter for a night out while you support local nonprofits. Pick from ten entrees with five side choices. All entrees enjoy unlimited access to […]
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Got an ex? A ghoster? A bad boss? That one person who definitely knew what they were doing? For just a $10 donation, Tails Humane Society will put their name exactly where it belongs: – Written on a paper and placed into one of their finest litter boxes.- AND written on a doggy poop bag […]
$10
Shop honey, wool, bread, crafts, teas, and more at the Sycamore Winter Farmers Market every 1st and 3rd Saturday November-March from 10am-1pm in their greenhouse! Valentine’s Day Market on February 14th.
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Get ready to wiggle and glow at our ultimate Valentine’s “Day-time” dance party! DJ Joe Majesty will be dropping the beats (and the volume!) mixed with techno remixes of your little one’s favorite tunes, like Wheels on the Bus and Ol’ Macdonald. This colorful dayglow party is designed for parents and children to dance and […]
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Finally, a chance to play with food! And—even better—learn some science while we’re doing it! The DeKalb Public Library is kicking off their 2026 Family Fun Science programs with some scrumptious science. They’ll be popping popcorn and figuring out what makes it pop, launching candy with catapults, and shaking it up and making homemade butter. […]
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Head to the Genoa Guest House for a tast-TEA afternoon Menu includes: Cream of Broccoli or Squash Soup, Apple Salad, Cream Chicken in Pastry, Lemon Blueberry Scones, Pecan Shortbread, Cranberry Apple Pie, Assorted Savory Spreads, Chocolate Chip and Lemon Bars. For tickets call/ text 815-751-0703
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Celebrate your friendships with a fun and festive night at Blumen Gardens. Your evening begins with charcuterie and a seasonal cocktail. You will learn how to make the cocktail step by step and take home a cocktail card so you can recreate it anytime. One cocktail is included. After sipping and snacking, you will create […]
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The Lightbeam Players present Conversations at a Dead Man’s Grave, a 1-hour play for ages 10 and up. While visiting her brother’s grave on the one-year anniversary of his disappearance, May Thompson meets a strange girl named Sage who claims to be her half-sister. But May has never met her before! Sage has proof pointing to […]
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Curious about what the cards say about love? Whether you’re a skeptic, a romantic, or just tarot-curious, this program invites you to explore the fascinating connection between tarot and personal relationships. With the help of local tarot reader, Annie Hex, discover romantic archetypes, learn about iconic cards, and find out how tarot can spark reflection […]
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DeKalb Township will be hosting Prairie State Legal Services once a month throughout 2026 to ensure qualifying residents have access to FREE legal services. If 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 […]
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Join the Egyptian Theatre’s countdown to the Oscars with this film series celebrating Academy Award nominees and winners through the decades. Shown on the largest movie screen in DeKalb County, you don’t want to miss this exciting lineup. Tuesdays at 7:00 PMJanuary 6 – Les Misérables (1935)January 13 – Spellbound (1945)January 20 – Mister Roberts […]
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Gypsy is considered by many to be one of Broadway’s all-time triumphs. It tells the story of ambitious showbiz mother Rose, who treks across the country with her daughters Baby June and Louise in search of success with their homespun vaudeville act. As times change, Rose is forced to accept the demise of vaudeville and the […]
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Serving up great fish for a great cause, year after year. Faranda’s will host its annual Fish Fry Series starting Friday February 6th. Join on Friday nights 4pm to 8pm until Easter for a night out while you support local nonprofits. Pick from ten entrees with five side choices. All entrees enjoy unlimited access to […]
$20
Gypsy is considered by many to be one of Broadway’s all-time triumphs. It tells the story of ambitious showbiz mother Rose, who treks across the country with her daughters Baby June and Louise in search of success with their homespun vaudeville act. As times change, Rose is forced to accept the demise of vaudeville and the […]
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Get your tickets now for Fatty’s Annual Craft Beer & Whiskey Expo! Saturday, February 21st from 1pm-4pm in the Novak Room! Over 40 different beers to choose from. Brewery reps will be on hand plus a whiskey & bourbon tasting featuring whiskeys from some great brands! All ticket holders get a Fatty’s logo heavy base […]
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WCPW®: Barb City Beatdown! Saturday February 21st, 2026 Doors 6:30pm, Bell 7pm DeKalb Sports & Recreation Center 1765 S 4th St DeKalb, IL 60115 Scheduled to appear so far: WCPW® Champion Redus Atlas in his 1st Title defense! “The Absolute Truth” Alexander Moss WCPW® Tag Team Champion Joseph Von Jager “The H.N.I.C.” Nino Hatchet A […]
Shop honey, wool, bread, crafts, teas, and more at the Sycamore Winter Farmers Market every 1st and 3rd Saturday November-March from 10am-1pm in their greenhouse! Valentine’s Day Market on February 14th. |
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Arcomusical cordially invites you to attend Transformation Through Rhythm, an annual event to drum up a good cause! The concert will feature the percussion duo Escape Ten, a nationally-recognized ensemble founded by percussionists Dr. Andrea Venet (University of North Florida) and Annie Stevens (Virginia Tech University), as well as beloved local percussion groups: Harambee Ensemble, […]
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Come join the fun and find your new favorite author at the “Love Your Library” Author Fair! Chat with your new favorite authors and purchase signed copies of their books. This event will also feature tacos and live music!
The highly anticipated Soup-er Sundays lecture series returns for its fourth year in 2026. You won’t want to miss these!
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Join the NIU Pick Museum of Anthropology for coffee and conversation at Pros at the Pick — a space to make connections and gain insight about what really goes on in museums. This spring we are excited to feature Jessi Haish LaRue, the Executive Director of the J.F. Glidden Homestead & Historical Center in DeKalb. […]
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Join the Egyptian Theatre’s countdown to the Oscars with this film series celebrating Academy Award nominees and winners through the decades. Shown on the largest movie screen in DeKalb County, you don’t want to miss this exciting lineup. Tuesdays at 7:00 PMJanuary 6 – Les Misérables (1935)January 13 – Spellbound (1945)January 20 – Mister Roberts […]
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A communal dining experience celebrating Black culture, tradition and community. Join us incollaboration with Neptune Dining to celebrate Black Heritage Month with a delicious full-course meal showcasing African American cultural cuisine!
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Serving up great fish for a great cause, year after year. Faranda’s will host its annual Fish Fry Series starting Friday February 6th. Join on Friday nights 4pm to 8pm until Easter for a night out while you support local nonprofits. Pick from ten entrees with five side choices. All entrees enjoy unlimited access to […]
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What has led to the Egyptian Theatre being known as one of the most haunted buildings in town and in the top ten haunted theatres in Illinois? Join the Theatre staff as they share all the secrets and stories with a ‘balcony to backstage’ tour that focuses not only on the history of the building […] |
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Relax, recharge, and rediscover what makes you feel your best at this free community event celebrating wellness in all its forms. Stroll through booths from local businesses and organizations offering products, services, and inspiration to nurture your mind, body, and spirit. Amazing raffle prizes contributed by vendors will be awarded throughout the event!
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Jack Benny is regarded as one of the top comedians in American history, shining in vaudeville, radio, television, and film, while making a huge impact upon the sitcom genre. Join Film Historian Dr. Annette Bochenek for a special “Hometowns to Hollywood” tribute to Jack Benny, as she discusses his career, legacy, and early years in […]
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