The great hunt is on! Get your friends and join the quest for hundreds of eggs filled with candy and prizes. Pre-registration is required. Chamberlain Park Shelter #1, next to sand volleyball court. Hunt begins at 8:00 pm SHARP! Please bring a flashlight with you. Ages 10-15
Four concurrent exhibitions: “Surrealist Classics from the Museum Collection,” “Windows to the Subconscious,” “Phantasmagraphica: The Early Psychedelic Work of British Artist Douglas Binder or Nightmares of alienation in post-industrial England,” and “A Deb Sokolow Sampler: 20 Years of Speculative Drawing.”
Join the Cortland Lions Club for their annual Easter Egg Hunt on Friday, April 18, featuring fun for every member of the family!
Welcome the bunny to Sycamore and share breakfast with family and friends! Breakfast provided by Hy-Vee includes eggs, sausage, pancakes, juice, and coffee. Each child receives a free craft to take home, while supplies last. All ages welcome. Advanced Registration by April 12: Resident $10 I Nonresident $11At the door $12 Have cameras ready to […]
This event takes place outside at Knights Park, rain or shine! Dress appropriately and bring a basket to hold your eggs. Kids will be released to hunt eggs by age groups, with 3 and under going first, then 4 to 8 year olds, finally 8 and up will go after that. Make sure that all […]
Join this 2nd Annual Easter Egg Hunt! The Easter Bunny will be attending and there will be a chance for kids to win an Easter Basket.
Faranda’s Easter Brunch: Sunday, April 20th, 2025 Seatings every half hour from 9:30am- 2:30pm Adults: $42.99, Children (4-12): $30.99, Children (3-Under): Free Prime Rib, Homemade Quiche, Made-to Order Omelets, a luscious Chocolate Fountain, and many other delectable options served buffet style. Reservations Required: Visit farandas.com or call (815) 981-3304 for more information and to reserve […]
FREE for all ages! Help DeKalb Park District staff clean up trash and debris from one of our most beloved community parks this Earth Day! Meet at the Hopkins Park Shelter at 9:00 am SHARP! Staff will provide the rest. The Earth Day Clean Up will last until 11:00 am. No registration is required!
Four concurrent exhibitions: “Surrealist Classics from the Museum Collection,” “Windows to the Subconscious,” “Phantasmagraphica: The Early Psychedelic Work of British Artist Douglas Binder or Nightmares of alienation in post-industrial England,” and “A Deb Sokolow Sampler: 20 Years of Speculative Drawing.”
The great hunt is on! Get your friends and join the quest for hundreds of glow-in-the-dark eggs filled with candy and prizes. Don’t miss out on the fun! Bring your friends and get your hunt on. Pre-registration is required by 4/22. Individual: $5 R/$6 NRTeam of 4: $18 R/$23 NR
Four concurrent exhibitions: “Surrealist Classics from the Museum Collection,” “Windows to the Subconscious,” “Phantasmagraphica: The Early Psychedelic Work of British Artist Douglas Binder or Nightmares of alienation in post-industrial England,” and “A Deb Sokolow Sampler: 20 Years of Speculative Drawing.”
Discover what DeKalb and the greater area offer at the Local Showcase & Spring Show at a new, improved location at the NIU Convocation Center on Thursday, April 24th! Meet businesses and organizations as they distribute valuable information, job opportunities, exciting giveaways, and provide activities for all ages. Whether you’re a seasoned community member or […]
Join this special program for an engaging exploration of culinary history where you’ll discover the evolution of recipes and cooking traditions from around the world. Connected to the History Center’s “Food” exhibit, the University of Illinois Library’s Rare Book Department is taking a road trip to DeKalb County!
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)
DeKalb County TRIAD, Kishwaukee College, and DeKalb Township to Host FREE Senior Car Clinic on April 25 On Friday, April 25th, DeKalb County TRIAD, Kishwaukee College, and DeKalb Township are partnering to host a FREE Senior Car Clinic at Kishwaukee College. The event, which will run from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM in the Caukin […]
Four concurrent exhibitions: “Surrealist Classics from the Museum Collection,” “Windows to the Subconscious,” “Phantasmagraphica: The Early Psychedelic Work of British Artist Douglas Binder or Nightmares of alienation in post-industrial England,” and “A Deb Sokolow Sampler: 20 Years of Speculative Drawing.”
Join an after-hours concert with the NIU Suzuki Strings in the library’s main lobby! The NIU Suzuki Strings program includes children and their parents or caretakers from ages 4 throughout high school. This method of learning music is modeled after the natural and positive way we learn our native language. It is through daily listening […]
Join the Kishwaukee Valley Wanderers for Egg-apalooza! The 4th Annual Genoa Area Challenging Spring Egg Hunt will begin on Saturday, April 26th at 9:00 a.m. and continue several days until most of the eggs are found. Eggs will be hidden at Carroll Memorial Park, near the River Run Disc Golf Course, and the surrounding paths […]
NatureFest focuses on families with elementary-aged children, but everyone is welcome! Extension staff and Master Naturalist volunteers work together to present multiple nature-themed, hands-on learning activities throughout the forest. Visitors register under the open shelter or at the Natural Resource Education Center (NREC). Guests will get a map of the activities and a passport to […]
Beautiful, beguiling, and bold: plants are all of these and more! DeKalb Public Library is digging deep into botany this month with lots of fun plant activities. Design a wind-blown seed and test it. Use microscopes to look at close-ups of plant parts. Make an origami tulip. Put together a puzzle to learn the life […]
Wear your best hat and join the fun at Afternoon Tea with Best Selling Author, Clara McKenna! Proceeds benefit the Genoa Public Library programming. For reservations: Your seating includes a Spring Tea Menu and a copy of Murder at Glenloch Hill by Clara McKenna.
Wear your best hat and join the fun at Afternoon Tea with Best Selling Author, Clara McKenna! Proceeds benefit the Genoa Public Library programming. For reservations: Your seating includes a Spring Tea Menu and a copy of Murder at Glenloch Hill by Clara McKenna.
Four concurrent exhibitions: “Surrealist Classics from the Museum Collection,” “Windows to the Subconscious,” “Phantasmagraphica: The Early Psychedelic Work of British Artist Douglas Binder or Nightmares of alienation in post-industrial England,” and “A Deb Sokolow Sampler: 20 Years of Speculative Drawing.”
Opportunity House Art Exhibit: Textured Landscapes Join Opportunity House for an inspiring evening celebrating creativity and inclusion at the Opportunity House Art Show: Textured Landscapes! This free event showcases stunning nature-themed artwork—including paintings, sculptures, photographs, mixed media, fiber arts, and fashion designs—created by Opportunity House clients and staff. Enjoy live music, local artist raffles, hors […]
Township to Host I-PASS Transponder Recycle, Return & Swap, Plus I-PASS Assist On May 1st, The DeKalb Township & Senator Sue Rezin’s Office will host an I-PASS event at the DeKalb Township Administrative Building, located at 2323 S. 4th St. in DeKalb. The event will operate on an appointment-only basis during the hours of 9 […]
Four concurrent exhibitions: “Surrealist Classics from the Museum Collection,” “Windows to the Subconscious,” “Phantasmagraphica: The Early Psychedelic Work of British Artist Douglas Binder or Nightmares of alienation in post-industrial England,” and “A Deb Sokolow Sampler: 20 Years of Speculative Drawing.”
In partnership with NIU STEAM, monthly STEM Cafés are back! This program dives into the fascinating world of human anatomy with a unique hands-on experience featuring real anatomical models, bones, and wet specimens—all available for exploration with gloves with NIU Human Anatomical Sciences faculty and students. This free presentation is for teens, but open to […]
Celebrate Cinco De Mayo with a Latin American dance party! Children will learn basic steps of Latin American Folk Dance including Salsa, Cumbia, and Afrobeats. Using balloons, hula hoops, and ribbon sticks, children will learn movement, improvisation, and rhythm. Participants should wear comfortable shoes and dress casually. This program is for children ages 3-12. No […]
Four concurrent exhibitions: “Surrealist Classics from the Museum Collection,” “Windows to the Subconscious,” “Phantasmagraphica: The Early Psychedelic Work of British Artist Douglas Binder or Nightmares of alienation in post-industrial England,” and “A Deb Sokolow Sampler: 20 Years of Speculative Drawing.”
Join award-winning, Gold Record artist Dave Rudolf for a trip down memory lane (maybe even Penny Lane)! You’ll hear music from the British Invasion that influenced a whole new world of music, fashion, and style. This concert will include music from The Beatles, The Kinks, The Who, Peter and Gordon, and others, with a few […]
