Radium Girls
2025-05-11 19:30, 2025-05-16 19:30, 2025-05-17 19:30, 2025-05-18 19:30 (America/Chicago) | Stage Coach Players, 126 S. Fifth St., DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
Directed by David W. Booth

Stage Managed by Darlene Hillman

In 1926, radium was a miracle cure, Madame Curie an international celebrity, and luminous watches the latest rage—until the girls who painted them began to fall ill with a mysterious disease.

﻿Inspired by a true story, Radium Girls traces the efforts of Grace Fryer, a dial painter, as she fights for her day in court.

Show dates for Radium Girls are as follows:

Thursday, May 8, 2025 • 7:30 PM

Friday, May 9, 2025 • 7:30 PM

Saturday, May 10, 2025 • 7:30 PM

Sunday, May 11, 2025 • 2:00 PM

Friday, May 16, 2025 • 7:30 PM

Saturday, May 17, 2025 • 7:30 PM

Sunday, May 18, 2025 • 2:00 PM

Tickets can be purchased here or by calling 815-758-1940.

Sycamore High School FFA Plant Sale
2025-05-12 15:00 - 16:30, 2025-05-13 15:00 - 16:30, 2025-05-14 15:00 - 16:30, 2025-05-15 15:00 - 16:30, 2025-05-16 15:00 - 16:30, 2025-05-17 10:00 - 14:00 | Sycamore High School, 427 Spartan Trail, Sycamore, 60178, United States
Dates:

Opening Day with Petting Zoo: Wednesday, May 7 from 3:00-5:00PM

Open Thursday & Friday, May 8-9 from 3:00-4:30 PM

Open Saturday, May 10 from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Open Monday – Friday, May 12-16 from 3:00-4:30 PM

Open Saturday, May 17 from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

A full list of plants and prices can be found here: syc427.co/Plants25!

Play Group for Children with Special Needs
2025-05-15 10:00 - 10:30 | DeKalb Public Library, 309 Oak St, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
Experience the freedom of a relaxed atmosphere, where there’s no need to stifle excitement or confine movement during this less structured play group.
Tailored for children with special needs aged 0-5 years, this program is designed for families to engage with and meet other families without the pressure of keeping children quiet or in one place. Toys such as cars, puzzles, magna-tiles, books, and stepping stones will be incorporated, and every child may engage in activities that cater to their unique interests and abilities. While aimed at children aged 0-5, children of all ages are welcome.
This program is free and open to all. Registration is not required. This program is for ages 0-5. Parents must be present.
For more information, please contact Theresa at (815) 756-9568 ext. 3350 or at theresaw@dkpl.org.

Jeremy Camp: These Days Tour
2025-05-15 19:00 | Egyptian Theatre, 135 North 2nd Street, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
Between 2002 and 2023, Jeremy has released twelve albums, five of them RIAA- certified as Gold. He has sold over 6 million albums, over 2 Billion streams and with 44 #1 singles across all formats. His music has earned him numerous awards and nominations across the Christian and secular music industries, including five GMA Dove Awards, Grammy nomination, three American Music Award nominations, and four ASCAP Songwriter of the Year Awards. Camp was named Billboard’s #2 Christian artist of the decade as well. Outside of music, in 2020 Jeremy had an international theatrical movie release called “I Still Believe” which hit #1 in the box office opening weekend. The film depicted his life story of love and loss of his first wife after a battle with cancer. Camp has always written songs about his experiences and continues to write from the deep places of his heart.

The Crib Vintage Sale
2025-05-16 09:00 - 14:00, 2025-05-17 09:00 - 14:00 | The Crib, Studio of Valerie Weberpal, 16521 Swanson Road, Sycamore, Illinois, 60178, United States
Check out vintage goods and art at discount prices at The Crib in Sycamore, IL!

Evening at Ellcourt
2025-05-16 19:00 - 21:00 | Ellwood House, 420 Linden Place, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
The Ellwood House is proud to present the 3rd annual Evening at Ellcourt. Join us for a good old fashioned night of jazz and revelry at Ellcourt, the Tudor-Revival home on the Ellwood House campus. Guests will have the chance to experience 1920’s parlor games, explore the gardens, enjoy handcrafted cocktails, and listen to live music. All events will take place within the Ellcourt home and the surrounding gardens.
Evening at Ellcourt will have catered food and drink from Fatty’s Pub.
Tickets may be purchased online, over the phone, or in-person at our Visitor Center, located at 420 Linden Place, DeKalb, IL 60115.
Parking is on-site and the Ellcourt home is accessible.
You must be 21 or older to purchase tickets for Evening at Ellcourt.
$30 General Public$25 Ellwood House Museum Members$20 Students$15 Designated Driver

The GREAT Collaboration Grand Opening party!
2025-05-17 11:00 - 17:00 | Warehouse on Park, 662 Park Ave, Genoa, IL, 60135, United States
Join Warehouse on Park in welcoming Slow Smoke BBQ for the Great Collaboration grand opening party!

Enjoy one of Slow Smoke’s delicious BBQ sandwiches or some of their awesome Mac & cheese while savoring a flavorful Bloody Mary, ‘Rockin’ the Warehouse’ Cocktail, or local craft beer.

Music from 2-4:30pm featuring Joe Cantafio!This is a free entry event open to all ages! Please secure a ticket beforehand.

No outside food or drinks allowedNo pets allowed

Where Have All the Flowers Gone, the Ballad of Pete Seeger
2025-05-17 14:00 - 15:00 | DeKalb Public Library, 309 Oak St, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
We all remember Pete Seeger; the lanky troubadour playing his long neck, 5-string banjo and leading the world in some of our favorite folk songs. Well, Pete’s no longer here on earth, but his spirit, his commitment to a better world, and most importantly his great songs live on.
This is award-winning singer/songwriter Barry Cloyd’s newest ‘edu-tainment’ program. Learn what it’s like to hitchhike across this great country with only a banjo and a song. Get to know how Seeger earned his place in musical history with iconic songs such as “If I Had A Hammer”, “Turn, Turn, Turn”, “The Sinking of the Reuben James”, and of course, “Where Have All the Flowers Gone”.
This event is free and open to all. No registration is required. This program is sponsored by Gretchen and Charles Moore.
For additional information, please contact Samantha at samanthah@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1701.

The Crafty Farmer's Open Air Market
2025-05-18 09:00 - 15:00 | Hy-Vee, 2700 Dekalb Ave., Sycamore, Illinois, 60178, United States
Check out The Crafty Farmers Open Air Market! The 2025 season starts Sunday, May 4th and occurs every other Sunday until October 5th.

Artist + Maker Market
2025-05-18 11:00 - 14:00 | Blumen Gardens, 403 Edward St, Sycamore, IL, 60178, United States
Join Blumen Gardens for their Artist + Maker Market on Sunday, May 18th from 11-2pm!

Shop multiple local artists and makers set up throughout beautiful gardens and grounds.

Live Music: Jeff Kagay 11-2PM

Artist + Maker Market 11-2PM

Press Box Food Truck 11-2PM

Jen’s Bread 10AM-Sell out

Cornerstones of Rock
2025-05-18 17:00 | Egyptian Theatre, 135 North 2nd Street, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
Chicago had a very vibrant music scene in the 60s, and the top hits flowing from it illuminated radios and turntables everywhere in the USA. The Cornerstones Of Rock celebrate those great songs with the original artists live onstage. The tour includes The Ides Of March featuring Jim Peterik, The Buckinghams, Cryan’ Shames, and New Colony Six. The concert, as seen on the nationwide PBS-TV special “American Garage:The Cornerstones Of Rock” is a non-stop cavalcade of hits, as seen on TV shows like “Ed Sullivan”, “American Bandstand” and others. Remember “Vehicle”, “Kind Of A Drag”, “Sugar and Spice”, and “I Will Always Think About You”? Of course you do! You’ll hear all these hits and more-played by the original artists you loved in the sixties. The lineup is anchored by THE IDES OF MARCH featuring Jim Peterik.

DKCU Men's Home Game
2025-05-21 19:00 - 21:00 | NIU Soccer and Track & Field Complex, Stadium Drive, DeKalb, Illinois, 60115, United States
Since 2023, DeKalb County United has been revolutionizing local soccer. Their unified men’s squad is making waves in both the Midwest Premier League (MWPL) and the Greater Chicago Soccer League (GCSL). Check out their 2025 home game schedule below:

5/21 DeKalb County United vs RWB Adria

6/5 DeKalb County United vs Rockford

6/14 DeKalb County United vs AFC Roscoe

6/28 DeKalb County United vs Chicago House AC

7/12 DeKalb County United vs Czarni Jaslo

7/19 DeKalb County United vs Green Bay Glory

7/27 DeKalb County United vs Bavarian United SC

Friday Night Line Dancing w/ DJ Dave
2025-05-23 19:00 - 2025-05-24 01:00 | Denim & Diamonds Saloon, 425 W State St., Sycamore, IL, 60178, 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)

International Cheese Tasting
2025-05-24 14:00 - 15:00 | DeKalb Public Library, 309 Oak St, DeKalb, IL, 60115, United States
Some are smelly, some are sweet, but when it comes to cheese, flavor can’t be beat!
Travel to the library for a sampling of cheeses from around the world. Ranging from bitter to sweet, subtle to pungent, cheeses display a variety of flavors unrivaled by most other foods. Learn how to pair your cheeses with drinks (like wine) and how to incorporate cheese into your meals.
Participants will be able to sample cheeses while supplies last. This program is first come, first served. All ages are welcome.
This program is sponsored by Camelot Care Center. Camelot Care Centers have offered a broad range of youth and family services since 1972 and their mission is to improve the lives of children, families, and communities.
For more information, please contact Chelsea at chelsear@dkpl.org or (815) 756-9568 ext. 1700.

Blooze Brothers Live
2025-05-24 19:00 - 22:00 | Warehouse on Park, 662 Park Ave, Genoa, IL, 60135, United States
What a great way to start Warehouse on Park’s Outdoor Summer Music Series! If you have never seen Blooze Brothers perform this is your chance! In one word they are truly amazing! The blooze mobile will be on site, they will have orange whips once again for this epic musical experience!

”For over three decades, the Blooze Brothers has been one of Chicagoland’s most in-demand show bands. We not only honor the music made by the original Blues Brothers in movies, TV, and recordings, but the spirit in which they played – from Dan Aykroyd’s love of traditional blues and soul to John Belushi’s love of classic rock. Like Aykroyd and Belushi, we fuse those great musical traditions into a stage show that energizes and delights hundreds of thousands of music fans across the greater Chicago area and beyond every year.” ~ Blooze Brothers

Food TBD

Limited parking available, carpooling is suggestedGolf carts can park on the grass near the entranceTickets $10 on Eventbrite $15 at the gate per personGate & bar opens at 6:30pm16 & over eventNo outside food or drinks allowedNo pets

53rd Annual Silver Springs Auto Show & Swap Meet
2025-05-25 06:00 - 15:00 | Sandwich Fair Grounds, 15730 Pratt Road, Sandwich, IL
53rd Annual Silver Springs Chapter Auto Show & Swap Meet at the Sandwich Fairgrounds! The first 250 cars receive collector plate and dash plaque!

Memorial Day Sunset Observance
2025-05-25 19:15 - 20:15 | Franklin Township Park, 250 W. South St, Kirkland, IL, United States
Join the Northern Illinois Veterans Memorial for a Memorial Day Sunset Observance hosted by the DeKalb County Marine Corps.

Sycamore Memorial Day Parade
2025-05-26 10:30 - 11:00 | Downtown Sycamore, Sycamore, Illlinois, 60178
Join the Sycamore Veterans Home Association for their annual Memorial Day Parade!

Parade Route: California St. left on Elm St. right on Somonauk St. right on Charles St. to Elmwood Cemetery

Genoa Memorial Day Parade
2025-05-26 11:30 | Genoa Veterans Home, 311 S. Washington St., Genoa, Illinois, United States
You’re invited to Genoa’s Memorial Day Parade starting at 11:30am at the Genoa Veterans Home!

Northern Illinois Art Show
2025-05-31 09:00 - 16:00 | DeKalb County Courthouse, 133 W State St, Sycamore, IL, 60178, United States
Celebrating 54 years on the beautiful courthouse lawn in historic Sycamore, Illinois, the Kishwaukee Valley Art League will hold its annual Northern Illinois Art Show on May 31 & June 1. This two day juried show features 60 to 70 artisans exhibiting fine arts and crafts in a variety of mediums including watercolor, oil painting, pencil sketching, fabric art, woodworking, pastels, photography, ceramics, garden art, jewelry, fused glass and other three-dimensional media. KVAL member artists also offer a group exhibit with all media. The Art of Giving raffle is a popular part of the show. Customers can win original pieces of artwork donated by KVAL members. Admission to the show is free to the public. Musical entertainment adds to the show’s relaxing atmosphere and food is provided by the local Boy Scout Troop 33.

Disco Night at Warehouse on Park
2025-05-31 19:00 - 22:00 | Warehouse on Park, 662 Park Ave, Genoa, IL, 60135, United States
Warehouse on Park is bringing back the fun days of the 70’s with disco night!

There will be themed food & cocktails for this musical experience featuring Superfly Symphony! They are Chicagolands hottest dance bands playing all the disco, funk & R&B hits! Few names are establishing themselves so firmly in the world of Disco music like Superfly Symphony. A group of multi-talented performers and songwriters, Superfly Symphony takes listeners on an exciting journey through the 70s and beyond with this epic show.

Gate & Bar opens at 6:30pm$10 on Eventbrite 15$ at the gate per person

Parking is limited, carpooling is suggestedGolf carts can park in the alley by the gate16 & over eventNo outside food or drinks allowedNo pets
