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SUMMARY:Open Barn Day at Glidden Homestead
DESCRIPTION:From noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday\, June 23\, the Joseph F. Glidden Homestead and Historical Center’s Open Barn Day will give visitors a unique chance to see the inside of the historic barn where “The Winner” barbed wire was invented and initially manufactured. \n\n\n\nAdmission is $5 for adults; children younger than 14 and homestead members are admitted free. \n\n\n\nThe barn\, located at 921 W. Lincoln Highway in DeKalb\, is perhaps the most historically significant in the country\, according to historic preservationist Roger Keys\, because it is where Glidden invented and manufactured the first practical barbed wire. Keys\, who has done much work on the Homestead house and barn\, will give tours every half hour starting at noon. \n\n\n\nBARN TOURS EVERY HALF HOUR STARTING AT NOONHOUSE TOURS AT 12:30 and 2:30 PMCRAFT FOR CHILDREN PROVIDEDBLACKSMITHING DEMOS ALL DAY
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/open-barn-day-at-glidden-homestead/
LOCATION:Glidden Historical Center\, 921 W Lincoln Hwy\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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ORGANIZER;CN="Glidden Historical Center":MAILTO:jessi@gliddenhomestead.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240625T213000
DTSTAMP:20260417T061110
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SUMMARY:DeKalb Municipal Band Concert
DESCRIPTION:Concerts begin at 7:30 pm at the Dee Palmer Bandshell in Hopkins Park • FREE! \n\n\n\nJoin the DeKalb Park District for the 170th season of DeKalb Municipal Band Concerts on select Tuesday nights this summer!Visit dekalbparkdistrict.com/calendar for featured vocalists and more concert details. No concert on Tuesday\, July 2\, but join them for the Star-Spangled Spectacular on July 4 in Hopkins Park as part of the annual Fourth of July Celebration! \n\n\n\nJune 11 – Opening Night! Vocalist: Gavin Wilson \n\n\n\nJune 18 – Vocalist: Jill McCormick \n\n\n\nJune 25 – A Trip to the Theater – Vocalist: Maureen Christine \n\n\n\nJuly 4 – The Star Spangled Spectacular – Vocalist: Christine Monteiro \n\n\n\nJuly 9 – Vocalist: Mark Robinson \n\n\n\nJuly 16 – Vocalist: Jordan Pedigo \n\n\n\nJuly 23 – Cinemagic – Vocalist: Terri Goodman \n\n\n\nJuly 30 – Vocalist: Bethany Brewer \n\n\n\nAugust 6 – A Musical Journey – Vocalist: Gregor King \n\n\n\nAugust 13 – Vocalist: Deanna Tausch \n\n\n\nAugust 20 – Closing night – Vocalist: Zachary Harris
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/dekalb-municipal-band-concert/2024-06-25/
LOCATION:Hopkins Park Band Shell\, 1403 Sycamore Road\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free Event,LGBTQ Friendly,Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240626T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240626T203000
DTSTAMP:20260417T061110
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T210028Z
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SUMMARY:Music at the Mansion
DESCRIPTION:Free concerts at 7pm on select Wednesdays at the Ellwood House! \n\n\n\nSummer nights in DeKalb just got a whole lot better! Join DeKalb Park District for FREE music\, good vibes\, and great company on select Wednesday evenings this summer with Music at the Mansion. Bring your blankets\, chairs\, and dancing shoes – it’s going to be a blast! Plus\, don’t miss out on the Bags Tournament on June 12 and 19.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/music-at-the-mansion/2024-06-26/
LOCATION:Ellwood House\, 420 Linden Place\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult,Family Friendly,Free Event,LGBTQ Friendly,Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240627T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240627T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T061110
CREATED:20240625T163008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240627T164917Z
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SUMMARY:DeKalb Farmers' Market
DESCRIPTION:The DeKalb Farmers’ Market is in the heart of Downtown DeKalb\, Illinois\, and features vendors that provide the community with locally grown produce\, bread\, baked goods\, olive oil\, honey\, coffee\, flowers\, food trucks\, and live music. Enjoy and support over 25 local vendors. Cash\, credit\, and Link are accepted. They Link Match so Link card holders can purchase up to $50 worth of produce for $25! Visit the Information Booth on market days for Link tokens and Link Match to use at qualifying vendors. \n\n\n\nLearn more at dekalb.org/dekalb-farmers-market/.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/dekalb-farmers-market/2024-06-27/
LOCATION:Van Buer Plaza\, 148-198 N 2nd St\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmers' Markets,Live Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="DeKalb Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:chamber@dekalb.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240627T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T061110
CREATED:20240626T151220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240626T151221Z
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SUMMARY:Illinois Treasurer ICASH Unclaimed Property
DESCRIPTION:ICHASH\, a division of the Illinois Treasurer’s Office\, will assist attendees in determining whether they are entitled to collect any of the $2.5 billion in unclaimed property currently in the State’s custody. ICASH representatives will aid the public in filing a claim for any funds they are owed. Attendees are encouraged to bring their social security card as well as an active State ID\, Driver’s License or U.S. Passport along with them. This event is being co-hosted by the DeKalb Township & Illinois State Senator\, Sue Rezin’s Office. The event is free and open to all. All questions should be directed to Kimberly at the DeKalb Township (T: 815-758-8282).
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/illinois-treasurer-icash-unclaimed-property/
LOCATION:DeKalb Township\, 2323 S. 4th St.\, DeKalb\, Illinois\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240627T140000
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SUMMARY:I-PASS Transponder Return & Recycle with Sticker Swap
DESCRIPTION:Earlier this year\, the Illinois Tollway started the process of phasing out the decades-old I-PASS transponders in favor of I-PASS sticker tags. This event will serve a transponder recycle and swap opportunity. Anyone in possession of a transponder is encouraged to return and safely recycle their lithium-containing-transponder at this event. In exchange for their transponder\, participants will receive their new I-PASS sticker tag(s) and a credit to their I-PASS account equal to the amount they paid for their transponder deposit.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/i-pass-transponder-return-recycle-with-sticker-swap/
LOCATION:DeKalb Township\, 2323 S. 4th St.\, DeKalb\, Illinois\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240627T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240627T200000
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CREATED:20240625T190845Z
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SUMMARY:Hinckley Concert Series
DESCRIPTION:The Hinckley Historical Society invites the public to its summer band concert series at the Hinckley Community Building Park. The free concerts from 6 to 8 p.m. feature a variety of music in a Ravinia Style setting at 100 N Maple Street\, Hinckley. Bring your lawn chair\, snacks\, and enjoy the small town atmosphere. \n\n\n\nOn Wednesday June 12\, the NIU Steelband will provide a variety of music styles featuring the steelpan\, the national instrument of Trinidad and Tobago. The concert will present music from the Caribbean that will relax and soothe the sole. \n\n\n\nOn Thursday June 27\, Shade Tree Music Company will perform country\, pop\, rock and patriotic music. The popular local group plays favorite tunes from various decades and will put you in the mood to celebrate our country’s birthday. The Hinckley Festival and Fireworks is planned for Saturday June 29. \n\n\n\nOn Tuesday July 16\, Ed Wagner’s German Brass Band will entertain with polkas and waltzes from their repertoire of over 600 German\, Austrian\, and Czech music. The 8-piece group is the only authentic German Polka band in the Chicagoland area. \n\n\n\nThe series ends on Thursday August 15\, when Gavin Coyle’s Irish Band entertains with traditional songs from Ireland and American Irish favorites. Gavin\, a native of Derry\, Northern Ireland\, will captivate with his stories\, songs\, and instruments. \n\n\n\nThe Hinckley Historical Society concerts are meant to recall a time in our history when the community gathered to relax\, enjoy free musical entertainment\, and celebrate their successes. The concerts are made possible by grants from the Farny R. Wurlitzer Foundation and Resource Bank. \n\n\n\nFor further information\, contact Bob Pritchard (815-761-4058) or hinckleyhistoricalsociety@gmail.com
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/hinckley-concert-series/2024-06-27/
LOCATION:Hinckley Public Library\, 100 N Maple Street\, Hinckley\, Illinois\, 60520\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free Event,Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240627T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240627T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T061110
CREATED:20240625T202114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T202115Z
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SUMMARY:Movies in the Park
DESCRIPTION:Come out to Chamberlain Park to enjoy a movie for free under the stars! \n\n\n\nMovies start at dusk. \n\n\n\nJune 22nd – Luca \n\n\n\nJuly 27 – Wonka
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/movies-in-the-park/2024-06-27/
LOCATION:Chamberlain Park\, 400 East 2nd Street\, Genoa\, IL\, 60135\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240628T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240628T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T061110
CREATED:20240626T150008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240626T150010Z
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SUMMARY:53rd Sandwich Early Day Engine Show
DESCRIPTION:The Sandwich Early Day Engine Club would like to invite all to their 53rd Annual Show. Friday\, June\, 28th\, and Saturday\, June\, 29th\, 2024\, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the beautiful and shady Sandwich Fairgrounds. \n\n\n\nFeaturing Michigan Built engines and Oddball and Garden tractors. \n\n\n\nBring out your engines\, tractors\, trucks\, and whatever else to the show! If you don’t have something to show\, come enjoy the day! \n\n\n\nSandwich corn sheller will be running throughout the dayTractor parade through the grounds at noon on both days.Kid’s Pedal Pull after the paradesIndoor/Outdoor Flea Market (to sell contact Steve at 630-881-7049)Tractor Parade through town (Friday\, 6:30 p.m. leaving from the Fairgrounds)Tractor Ride (Saturday\, leave around 8AM\, contact Roger for more information at 815-498-2515)
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/53rd-sandwich-early-day-engine-show/2024-06-28/
LOCATION:Sandwich Fair Grounds\, 15730 Pratt Road\, Sandwich\, IL
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240628T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240628T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T061110
CREATED:20240626T144005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240626T144007Z
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SUMMARY:Celebration Chorale Patriotic Cantata
DESCRIPTION:The Celebration Chorale announces its upcoming annual patriotic cantata\, “Prayers for the Nations” which will be presented at 7:00 p.m. Friday and Saturday\, June 28th and 29th\, and Sunday\, June 30th at 3:00 p.m. The production will be held at First United Methodist Church\, 2501 North Annie Glidden Road in DeKalb. \n\n\n\n“Prayers for the Nations” is a worship experience built around prayers\, both sung and spoken. The performances will begin with a special prelude called “The Light Eternal” featuring the Celebration Chorale Orchestra. As in the past\, a salute to the armed forces will be performed to honor all the branches of the United States military. The Celebration Chorale is under the direction of Christine Monteiro. \n\n\n\nAlthough the Celebration Chorale practices and performs at FUMC in DeKalb\, the musicians come from all over the area and include professionals and amateurs\, longtime Chorale members\, and those who are new to the group. The Chorale has singers representing over nine different church denominations and 10 local communities. \n\n\n\nThere is no charge for the performances at the church\, but a free-will offering will be taken. The church is an accessible facility. Parking is available adjacent to the church building.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/celebration-chorale-patriotic-cantata/2024-06-28/
LOCATION:First United Methodist Church\, 2501 North Annie Glidden Road\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free Event,Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240629T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240629T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T061110
CREATED:20240627T193633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240627T193634Z
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SUMMARY:Shabbona Farmer's Market
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/shabbona-farmers-market-3/
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:20240629T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240629T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T061110
CREATED:20240626T150303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240626T150305Z
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SUMMARY:Pickleball Tournament
DESCRIPTION:Your Men’s\, Women’s\, or Mixed Doubles team has the option to serve\, smash\, and support in the Competitive or Recreational Double-elimination Tournament. Register by June 16 to ensure your spot and get a T-shirt! Limited T-shirt availability and sizes will be available for late registrations.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/pickleball-tournament/
LOCATION:Sycamore Park District Community Center\, 480 Airport Rd\, Sycamore\, IL\, 60178
CATEGORIES:Physical Activities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240629T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240629T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T061110
CREATED:20240626T150008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240626T150010Z
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SUMMARY:53rd Sandwich Early Day Engine Show
DESCRIPTION:The Sandwich Early Day Engine Club would like to invite all to their 53rd Annual Show. Friday\, June\, 28th\, and Saturday\, June\, 29th\, 2024\, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the beautiful and shady Sandwich Fairgrounds. \n\n\n\nFeaturing Michigan Built engines and Oddball and Garden tractors. \n\n\n\nBring out your engines\, tractors\, trucks\, and whatever else to the show! If you don’t have something to show\, come enjoy the day! \n\n\n\nSandwich corn sheller will be running throughout the dayTractor parade through the grounds at noon on both days.Kid’s Pedal Pull after the paradesIndoor/Outdoor Flea Market (to sell contact Steve at 630-881-7049)Tractor Parade through town (Friday\, 6:30 p.m. leaving from the Fairgrounds)Tractor Ride (Saturday\, leave around 8AM\, contact Roger for more information at 815-498-2515)
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/53rd-sandwich-early-day-engine-show/2024-06-29/
LOCATION:Sandwich Fair Grounds\, 15730 Pratt Road\, Sandwich\, IL
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240629T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240629T210000
DTSTAMP:20260417T061110
CREATED:20240626T145418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240627T161400Z
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SUMMARY:Join Blumen Gardens in celebrating 35 years!
DESCRIPTION:Prepare for an evening filled with enchantment as they toast to decades of cultivating beauty and community. \n\n\n\nIndulge in refreshing cocktails\, savor delicious bites from local food trucks\, and dance the night away to live music under the stars. Whether you’re a long-time friend of Blumen Gardens or discovering them for the first time\, this celebration is for you!
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/join-blumen-gardens-in-celebrating-35-years/
LOCATION:Blumen Gardens\, 403 Edward St\, Sycamore\, IL\, 60178\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240629T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240629T220000
DTSTAMP:20260417T061110
CREATED:20240626T145153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240626T145154Z
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SUMMARY:The Fortunate Sons and Wally Mulso at Warehouse on Park
DESCRIPTION:The Fortunate Sons\, a Creedence Clearwater Tribute band and Wally Mulso will be performing at Warehouse on Park on June 29th from 5:30pm-10:00pm. More information is available on the Warehouse on Park website.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/the-fortunate-sons-and-wally-mulso-at-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:20240629T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240629T190000
DTSTAMP:20260417T061110
CREATED:20240626T144005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240626T144007Z
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SUMMARY:Celebration Chorale Patriotic Cantata
DESCRIPTION:The Celebration Chorale announces its upcoming annual patriotic cantata\, “Prayers for the Nations” which will be presented at 7:00 p.m. Friday and Saturday\, June 28th and 29th\, and Sunday\, June 30th at 3:00 p.m. The production will be held at First United Methodist Church\, 2501 North Annie Glidden Road in DeKalb. \n\n\n\n“Prayers for the Nations” is a worship experience built around prayers\, both sung and spoken. The performances will begin with a special prelude called “The Light Eternal” featuring the Celebration Chorale Orchestra. As in the past\, a salute to the armed forces will be performed to honor all the branches of the United States military. The Celebration Chorale is under the direction of Christine Monteiro. \n\n\n\nAlthough the Celebration Chorale practices and performs at FUMC in DeKalb\, the musicians come from all over the area and include professionals and amateurs\, longtime Chorale members\, and those who are new to the group. The Chorale has singers representing over nine different church denominations and 10 local communities. \n\n\n\nThere is no charge for the performances at the church\, but a free-will offering will be taken. The church is an accessible facility. Parking is available adjacent to the church building.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/celebration-chorale-patriotic-cantata/2024-06-29/
LOCATION:First United Methodist Church\, 2501 North Annie Glidden Road\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free Event,Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240629T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240629T193000
DTSTAMP:20260417T061110
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SUMMARY:A Performance of Music from the Middle East
DESCRIPTION:The DeKalb Public Library is delighted to host an evening of cultural songs\, both traditional and new compositions\, after-hours in the library’s main lobby! \n\n\n\nAboud Agha was born in Syria and immigrated to Boston Mass at the age of twelve. He is an accomplished performer and composer of Arabic and Middle Eastern music. Aboud is a master of the Oud (Middle Eastern lute) and of many vocal styles from this part of the world. He has a master’s degree in musical performance from Northern Illinois University and a doctorate in ethnomusicology from UCLA in California. He now teaches at the American University in Dubai. \n\n\n\nAboud has performed his music solo\, in ensembles and with orchestras in America\, Europe and the Middle East. He returns to visit the Midwest this summer after a concert at the library of congress in Washington D.C. \n\n\n\nAboud will be accompanied on percussion by DeKalb native Sven Oscar Hansen. Sven was born to Norwegian immigrants in the American Midwest\, where he raised four children and owned a greenhouse and florist shop. Sven has lived and studied in Norway and India and is a certified yoga teacher and sound healer. He creates and performs events incorporating music\, poems\, and sound healing. Sven has studied Vedic science and holds a degree in world literature from Maharishi International University in Fairfield\, Iowa. He lives in DeKalb\, Illinois. \n\n\n\nThe evening also includes a brief discussion of this ethnic music and their interpretation of it. There will be an opportunity after the show to meet and chat with the artists. \n\n\n\nThis concert is free and open to all. Doors will open at 6:00 and music will begin at 6:30 p.m. No registration is required. \n\n\n\nFor additional information\, please contact Samantha at samanthah@dkpl.org or at (815) 756-9568 ext. 1701.
URL:https://dekalbcountycvb.com/dccvb-event/a-performance-of-music-from-the-middle-east/
LOCATION:DeKalb Public Library\, 309 Oak St\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Free Event,Live Music
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